Australia’s Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke has responded directly to mounting reports of racist abuse targeting Indian-origin truck drivers across the country, confirming new government-funded protections and issuing a pointed rebuke to politicians he accused of stoking division, in an exclusive interview with NDTV’s Senior Executive Editor Aditya Raj Kaul. Asked about an NDTV investigation documenting a rise in racial slurs, verbal harassment and even death threats delivered over CB radio to Indian-origin drivers, Burke acknowledged the trend as a “grim reality” and laid out a two-part response: what the government is doing, and what it is saying, insisting both matter equally. On action, Burke pointed to a network of dedicated centres now operating in every Australian capital city, set up specifically to protect migrant workers’ rights. “We have made a very significant investment in centres… dedicated to the rights of migrant workers,” he said, noting these are funded through trades and labour councils to reach visa holders who face “an extra layer of vulnerability” compared to citizens. He acknowledged many workers are reluctant to approach government authorities directly, preferring to “report in a quiet way initially”, a gap the centres are designed to close.
Donald Trump's latest address focused on his long-running claims about the 2020 election, with the U.S President calling for stricter voting laws ahead of the 2026 midterms. Trump levelled several allegations on China, accusing the country of meddling in the U.S elections. How credible are these allegations? We fact check them in this report.
आखिरकार, क्रिस्टोफर नोलन की 250 मिलियन डॉलर यानी लगभग 2400 करोड़ रुपये के बजट वाली 'द ओडिसी' रिलीज हो गई है. नोलन को 'ओपनहाइमर' और 'टेनेट' और 'बैटमैन' जैसी शानदार फिल्मों के लिए पहचाना जाता है. इस फिल्म को आईमैक्स फॉर्मेट में रिलीज किया गया है और दुनियाभर में सिर्फ 41 सिनेमाघर हैं जिनमें असली आईमैक्स फॉर्मेट इस फिल्म को देखा जा सकेगा.
Indian Railways has entered a new era of clean and sustainable transportation with the launch of its first indigenous hydrogen-powered train. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has flagged off the zero-emission, 10-coach trainset, which will operate on the 89-km Jind–Sonipat section of the Northern Railway in Haryana. With this, India joins a select group of countries exploring hydrogen-powered rail transportation. These include Germany, Japan, China and the United States. The locomotive is designed to generate its own electricity onboard using clean hydrogen fuel cells. The project combines advanced propulsion technology with dedicated hydrogen storage, refuelling and operational infrastructure.
At a rally in Chandigarh, Prime Minister Narendra Modi showcased India's healthcare expansion, new research and education infrastructure, upgraded connectivity projects and the launch of the country's first hydrogen train, calling them key pillars of the Viksit Bharat vision.
The political landscape across South India is witnessing significant shifts. The DMK has adopted a cautious wait-and-watch approach on the proposed Delimitation Bill, saying Tamil Nadu's interests will guide its final stand. In Karnataka, the much-anticipated cabinet reshuffle faces a delay as the Congress leadership weighs a generational refresh, while a political showdown brews over the proposed Bidadi township project with the BJP and the state government trading sharp accusations.
यूपी में 2027 के विधानसभा चुनावों को लेकर सियासी हलचलें तेज हो गई हैं. CM योगी ने आज पश्चिमी यूपी के शामली में हुंकार भरते हुए अखिलेश यादव और समाजवादी पार्टी पर तीखा हमला बोला. उन्होंने याद दिलाया कि 2017 से पहले कैराना और कांधला से कैसे पलायन होता था, लेकिन अब डबल इंजन की सरकार में अपराधी या तो जेल में हैं या जहन्नुम में. साथ ही, राम मंदिर में 'चढ़ावा चोरी' को लेकर सपा के आरोपों पर भी सीएम योगी ने करारा पलटवार किया और कांवड़ियों से शांतिपूर्ण यात्रा की अपील की. दूसरी तरफ, यूपी चुनाव के लिए बीजेपी और कांग्रेस दोनों ने अपनी-अपनी रणनीतियां बदलनी शुरू कर दी हैं. बीजेपी जहां अपने संगठन में नए क्षेत्रीय प्रभारियों की नियुक्ति कर 'PDA' समीकरण की काट खोज रही है, वहीं कांग्रेस महिलाओं पर बड़ा दांव खेलते हुए 35% सीटों पर महिला उम्मीदवार उतारने की तैयारी में है.
A teacher and his two children died after their car plunged into the Godavari river. Police suspect the tragic incident was a deliberate act of suicide. The teacher had posted a WhatsApp status alleging harassment by his seniors. Local residents alerted authorities, and rescue teams recovered the vehicle and bodies. An investigation is now underway into the allegations and the deaths.
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Kolhapur celebrates football with giant player cutouts during the World Cup. Local clubs, established decades ago, foster a strong footballing tradition. These clubs rely on public donations and community support for their operations. The city has hosted international matches and draws large crowds to local games. Kolhapur's devotion to football continues to grow despite infrastructure limitations.
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India's first bullet train project between Mumbai and Ahmedabad is progressing well. Initial operations will commence using Indian high-speed trains in 2027. Japan's next-generation E10 Shinkansen trains will be introduced later, after 2030. The first operational stretch will connect Surat and Bilimora in Gujarat. This initiative significantly reduces travel time between the two major cities.
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Argentine President Javier Milei will not attend the World Cup final in New Jersey. He believes his superstition, known as cábalas, ensures Argentina’s victory. Milei will watch the match from his residence in Buenos Aires. Donald Trump and FIFA president Gianni Infantino are expected to attend the final. This decision follows a long-standing presidential tradition of avoiding crucial matches.
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The Madras High Court permitted WhatsApp chats as evidence in a guardianship case. These messages allegedly show the father's drug use and an extramarital affair. The court emphasized child safety over parental privacy in such matters. However, evidence must directly relate to the child's welfare. The mother must prove the authenticity and source of these digital communications.
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Beyond the war headlines lay coexistence, political argument, cultural mixing and contradictions that no short visit could fully resolve.
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'Whoever kills Trump ...': Iran-backed Iraqi militia puts $10 million bounty on US president
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