A decision to rename a prominent road in Hyderabad as “Donald Trump Avenue” has triggered political controversy in India, drawing criticism from Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and opposition from other political groups. The road, located in Hyderabad, the capital of the southern state of Telangana, was officially renamed on Tuesday. […]
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Tragedy in Medina: Oil tanker crash kills 42 Indian pilgrims
A bus carrying Indian Umrah pilgrims collided with an oil tanker in Medina, Saudi Arabia, on Monday. The crash killed 42 people. Authorities launched emergency rescue operations as both vehicles caught fire. The pilgrims were traveling from Mecca to Medina when their bus crashed into the oil tanker. Both vehicles immediately caught fire, causing severe […]
$603 Million in losses as cyclone Montha slams India
Cyclone Montha struck India’s eastern coast this week, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and widespread flooding. Authorities estimate damages at nearly 53 billion rupees ($603 million). Roads, farms, and buildings were severely affected, forcing tens of thousands of residents to evacuate and seek shelter in relief camps. The cyclone made landfall on Tuesday night in […]