Taiwanese Travelogue Wins International Booker Prize 2026, Marking Historic Literary Moment
A Taiwanese travelogue has won the prestigious 2026 International Booker Prize, marking a historic moment for Taiwanese literature on the global stage. The award-winning book, The Passage Beyond Mountains, written by Taiwanese author Lin Yu-Han and translated into English by Michael Berry, was praised by judges for its poetic storytelling,
PM Modi in Rome: India and Italy Deepen Strategic Cooperation in Trade, Technology and Defence
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Rome on the final leg of his five-nation diplomatic tour, where India and Italy agreed to strengthen cooperation in trade, defence, clean energy, advanced technology, and global strategic partnerships. The visit is being viewed as an important step in expanding India’s engagement with Europe
Chelsea Appoint Xabi Alonso as New Manager
Chelsea Confirm Four-Year Deal Chelsea have officially appointed former Real Madrid and Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso as their new manager on a four-year contract, with the Spaniard set to begin his role at Stamford Bridge from July 1. The Premier League club announced the appointment following weeks of speculation
Neymar Returns to Brazil’s World Cup Squad After Injury-Stricken Comeback
Ancelotti Brings Neymar Back for World Cup 2026 Brazil head coach Neymar has officially included the veteran forward in the country’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, ending months of speculation surrounding his fitness and international future. The announcement was made by manager Carlo Ancelotti during Brazil’s squad reveal
Arsenal Move Within Touching Distance of Premier League Title After Burnley Victory
Havertz Goal Keeps Arsenal in Control Arsenal F.C. moved a major step closer to winning the Premier League title after securing a tense 1-0 victory over Burnley F.C. at the Emirates Stadium. Kai Havertz scored the decisive goal just before halftime, heading in a precise corner delivered by Bukayo Saka
Nayara Energy Restarts Vadinar Refinery Operations After Maintenance Shutdown
Nayara Energy has restarted operations at its massive Vadinar refinery in Gujarat after completing a scheduled maintenance shutdown, providing relief to India’s fuel supply chain at a time of rising global energy uncertainty linked to Middle East tensions. According to reports, the refinery had undergone planned maintenance work beginning in
N Chandrasekaran Expected to Address Noel Tata’s Concerns at Crucial Tata Sons Board Meeting
A crucial board meeting of Tata Sons later this month is expected to focus on concerns raised by Noel Tata regarding governance, financial performance, and the future strategic direction of the Tata Group. The developments come amid ongoing uncertainty surrounding the possible third term of Tata Sons Chairman N. Chandrasekaran.
US Justice Department Drops All Charges Against Gautam Adani, Case Closed Permanently
The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has officially dropped all criminal charges against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani and his nephew Sagar Adani, bringing a high-profile fraud and bribery investigation in New York to a permanent close. The development marks a major legal and reputational victory for the Adani Group
MEA Faces Questions Over PM Modi’s Decision Not to Hold Press Conference in Norway
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is facing renewed scrutiny over his decision not to take questions from journalists during his official visit to Norway, with the issue sparking debate on press freedom and government transparency during his ongoing Europe tour. The controversy erupted in Oslo after Modi and Norwegian Prime Minister
“India Is Now Maoist-Free”: Amit Shah Declares End of Naxal Era With Pride
Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared that India is now “Maoist-free,” calling it a historic moment in the country’s decades-long fight against Left-Wing Extremism. Shah made the announcement during his visit to Bastar in Chhattisgarh, one of the regions that witnessed the most intense Maoist insurgency over the past several
