1 hour ago
UPDATED: Oct 11, 2026 08:22 IST
US President Donald Trump has proposed renaming either the Atlantic or Pacific Ocean before leaving office in 2028, suggesting names such as "Trump Ocean" or "Ocean of the Americas". Addressing the idea, Trump remarked, "We call it Trump Ocean or-. or Ocean of the Americas, something like that. We. No, we have to. We should have, before I get out, I think we should have an ocean, and we need a great river." He clarified he does not intend to alter the name of the Hudson River. The fresh pitch follows his earlier signalling of intent to rename the Strait of Hormuz as Trump Strait amid the West Asia conflict.
Read More
VIDEOS FROM OTHER SECTIONS
LATEST VIDEOS
Dhaka Protest Group Backs CJP, Delhi Protests Resume Over CEC Resignation Demand
A Bangladeshi protest group involved in the uprising against Sheikh Hasina has issued a statement extending solidarity to the CJP and democratic forces in India following mass detentions in New Delhi. The Dhaka-based group criticised the detentions of protesters, organisers, and journalists, as well as internet suspensions and security curbs at Jantar Mantar, calling for electoral accountability and institutional independence. Meanwhile, the CJP announced plans to resume demonstrations at Jantar Mantar demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged electoral roll irregularities. Delhi maintained operations across metro, rail, and commercial services, though traffic diversions persisted across central areas. The political standoff follows detentions of multiple opposition leaders during earlier protests. Additionally, a special bench of the Supreme Court is scheduled to hear a contempt plea regarding detentions and curbs imposed on transit services in the national capital.
India Counters UN Body Over Delhi Stir; Opposition Clashes With BJP Over CEC
India has rejected remarks by the United Nations human rights body regarding the detention of protesters in the national capital, calling them unwarranted interference in the country's internal affairs. Urging the body to maintain impartiality and non-selectivity, India called for comparable attention to large-scale protests occurring elsewhere globally. The UN human rights body had raised concerns over the detention of civil society members, lawyers, journalists, and political leaders on October 10 during demonstrations against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Meanwhile, Delhi Police detained over 7,000 demonstrators, including three former chief ministers, triggering a massive political face-off between the opposition and the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party. Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi accused the Modi government of undermining democracy and assaulting the youth, while the BJP defended the police action, accusing the opposition of orchestrating anarchy and reiterating that electoral disputes cannot be resolved via street agitations.
Trump Warns Ukraine Over Russian Refinery Strikes Amid Ongoing War
Donald Trump has escalated his criticism against Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, warning Ukraine against targeting Russian oil refineries. Addressing the situation, Trump stated that strikes on diesel facilities impact global supplies, including farmers and ranchers, claiming that the conflict could have been settled earlier. The warning follows tensions over energy supplies, with Trump asserting that Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries create worldwide shortages. The developments come amid discussions surrounding diesel supply agreements involving Russia.
Delhi Turned Into Fortress Amid CJP Protest 2.0 Over Voter Lists and CEC Gyanesh Kumar Resignation Call
Delhi was turned into a fortress following a protest call by the CJP at Jantar Mantar over alleged large-scale exclusions during the Special Intensive Revision of voter lists. Demonstrators demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Delhi Police enforced multi-layer barricades, drone surveillance, and body cameras across Central Delhi, detaining protesters including members of a left student wing attempting to head towards the BJP headquarters. Strict identity checks were carried out at entry points such as ITO, while RAF, CAPF, and the all-women Pink Force were deployed along routes including Janpath Road to foil demonstrations.
