us President donald trump Pope Francis on Monday criticized Leo XIV, calling him “weak on crime” and “terrible for foreign policy,” escalating tensions between the White House and the Vatican.Trump criticized the Pope’s stances on global issues, particularly accusing him of being soft on Iran’s nuclear ambitions and opposing US military actions abroad. He also took aim at the Pope’s comments about the Trump administration, saying Leo had exposed the “fear” of his presidency by ignoring restrictions on churches during the COVID pandemic.“Pope Leo is weak on crime, and terrible at foreign policy. He talks about the “fear” of the Trump administration, but doesn’t mention the fear that the Catholic Church and all other Christian organizations had when they were arresting priests, ministers, and everyone else just for holding church services, even going out, and staying ten or twenty feet away,” said the US president on Truth Social.The US President further claimed that he did not want a Pope who, in his view, supported Iran acquiring nuclear weapons or criticized US actions in countries such as Venezuela. Defending his own record, Trump said his administration has achieved record-low crime levels and strong stock market performance, insisting he is fulfilling the mandate of his election victory. “I don’t want a Pope who thinks it’s OK for Iran to have nuclear weapons. I don’t want a Pope who thinks it’s terrible that the United States invaded Venezuela, a country that was sending massive amounts of drugs into the United States and, worse, was emptying our country of our prisons, including murderers, drug dealers, and murderers. And I don’t want a Pope who criticizes the President of the United States because that’s exactly what I was elected to do. Landslides, setting record low numbers in crime and creating the largest stock market in history,” he added in a lengthy post on the social media platform.

In a personal dig, Trump said he liked the Pope’s brother, and described him as associated with his “Make America Great Again” (MAGA) movement. He also alleged that Leo’s promotion to the papacy was unexpected and suggested that it was influenced by his own presidency.Trump further took a dig at the Pope, calling on him to “get his act together” and focus on religious leadership rather than politics, warning that such positions are harming the Catholic Church.Later, speaking to reporters, Trump took more of a dig at the Pope, saying, “I don’t think he’s doing a very good job. I think he likes crime… We don’t like a Pope who says it’s OK to have nuclear weapons. We don’t want a Pope who says it’s OK to have crime in our cities. I don’t like that. I’m not a big fan of Pope Leo. He’s a very liberal guy, and he’s a guy who doesn’t believe in deterrence.” Crime. He’s a guy who doesn’t think we should mess with a country that wants nuclear weapons so they can blow up the world. I am no fan of Pope Leo…” Pope Leo XIV issued a strong appeal for peace on Saturday, urging world leaders to end ongoing conflicts and reject what he described as a growing culture of power and aggression. “Enough of the idolatry of self and wealth! Enough of the display of power! Enough of war!” The 70-year-old American pope warned against what he called “the illusion of omnipotence” that is becoming increasingly unpredictable and dangerous.Also read: Donald Trump intends to launch limited attacks on Iran after talks failCalling for a shift towards dialogue, Leo said leaders should choose dialogue over militarization. He said, “We shout to them: Stop! It’s time for peace! Sit at the table of negotiation and mediation – not at the table where rearmament is planned and lethal action is decided.” He also cautioned against resorting to religion to justify violence, saying that even “God’s holy name… is being dragged into discourses of death,” and stressed that “true strength is shown in serving life.”“The comments come amid broader disagreements between the two leaders, with Pope Leo recently urging restraint and diplomacy in global conflicts, including the current tensions involving Iran.

NFL Trade Rumors: Seattle Seahawks linked to $15 million New York Jets playmaker to replace Kenneth Walker ahead of 2026 draft (Image via Getty)

The latest NFL trade rumors have placed the Seattle Seahawks firmly in the pre-draft spotlight. With the 2026 NFL Draft just weeks away, Seattle still has a glaring hole in their offense after Kenneth Walker exited in free agency. The front office has made no secret of its intention to remain aggressive.At the same time, the New York Jets face a difficult contract situation with their top running back. Additionally, Breece Hall’s Jets extension talks haven’t progressed much in recent weeks. It has quietly pushed his name back into trade conversations at the worst time for New York.

nfl Trade Rumors: Seattle Seahawks search for proven New York Jets weapon after Kenneth Walker fix before draft

According to Fox Sports’ Ralph Vacchiano, who outlined a mock deal, Seattle could land the Jets’ star for a 2026 third-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick. The projection came during a Fox Sports pre-draft column and quickly gained popularity in league circles.Vacchiano said the New York Jets had used the franchise tag on Hall but still lacked a long-term agreement. He wrote that “It’s unclear whether Hall really wants to stay in New York,” a line that reflected growing uncertainty about the player’s future. This report comes as many teams begin reviewing running back options ahead of the draft.The fit with the Seattle Seahawks seems natural. Walker’s move to Kansas City removed a key piece from an offense that relied heavily on balance. He handled early downs, short-yardage work and explosive runs during the title push. Seattle now lacks that same presence.Hall brings that profile. He rushed for over 1,000 yards in 2025 and added strong receiving numbers out of the backfield. He can line up in multiple sets and be on the field during all three downs. This makes sense for a team that wants to avoid telegraphing plays. This also reduces pressure on the passing game.On the Jets’ side, the decision is all about timing and value. Hall will turn 25 in May 2026. Paying top-market runoff money doesn’t always fit into a rebuilding timeline. If extension talks continue to stall, this may be the best moment to act.There is also a draft angle. Moving Hall before the draft gives the Jets a chance to reset the situation with a rookie contract. Reports have already linked him to Notre Dame’s Jeremiah Love as a potential target in the early first round.That’s why the Breece Hall trade discussion refuses to die down. Seattle needs a ready solution. The New York Jets need clarity. With the draft approaching, both sides have reason to move quickly.

देहरादून-दिल्ली एक्सप्रेसवे के उद्घाटन के लिए दून आ रहे प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी 14 अप्रैल को मां डाट काली मंदिर जाएंगे। इसके लिए मंदिर में तैयारियां जोरों पर चल रही हैं। इसे लेकर रविवार को मंदिर में बैठक हुई. इसमें महंत रमण प्रसाद गोस्वामी के पुत्र शुभम गोस्वामी ने बताया कि सुरक्षा की दृष्टि से रविवार शाम पांच बजे मंदिर में श्रद्धालुओं के प्रवेश पर रोक लगा दी गयी है.

अब श्रद्धालु 14 अप्रैल को दोपहर 2 बजे के बाद ही मंदिर में माता रानी के दर्शन कर सकेंगे। इस बीच श्रद्धालुओं को मंदिर में प्रवेश की अनुमति नहीं होगी. मंदिर कमेटी के सेवादार दिनेश अग्रवाल और सेवादार गौरव कुमार ने बताया कि पहली बार इस तरह से मंदिर में श्रद्धालुओं के प्रवेश पर रोक लगाई गई है. सुरक्षा की दृष्टि से यह निर्णय लिया गया है.

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योगी आज मां डाट काली मंदिर में दर्शन करेंगे

प्रधानमंत्री के आज के कार्यक्रम से पहले यूपी के सीएम योगी आदित्यनाथ मां दाती काली मंदिर में पूजा-अर्चना कर व्यवस्थाओं का जायजा लेंगे. दोपहर 3.50 बजे वह एलिवेटेड कॉरिडोर पहुंचेंगे. यहां से निरीक्षण के बाद चार बजे मां डॉट काली मंदिर पहुंचेंगे। माता रानी के दर्शन करने के बाद वह शाम 4:15 बजे मंदिर से निकल जायेंगे.

मध्य प्रदेश के जबलपुर जिले से एक ऐसी घटना सामने आई है जिसने पूरे इलाके को हिलाकर रख दिया है. सिहोरा के खितौला इलाके में 27 साल के एक युवक ने आत्महत्या का ऐसा तरीका अपनाया कि हर कोई इसे सुनकर हैरान है। युवक ने आधी रात को श्मशान में जलती चिता पर लेटकर अपनी जीवन लीला समाप्त कर ली। इस दर्दनाक घटना से गांव में दहशत और मातम का माहौल है. पुलिस इस मामले की गंभीरता से जांच कर रही है.

शाम को हुआ अंतिम संस्कार, रात में बढ़ा रहस्य
जानकारी के अनुसार, शनिवार की शाम करीब साढ़े पांच बजे हिरन नदी के किनारे स्थित श्मशान घाट पर एक ग्रामीण का अंतिम संस्कार किया गया. परंपरा के अनुसार दाह संस्कार के बाद परिवार के लोग घर लौट आए और चिता धीरे-धीरे जलती रही। रात के सन्नाटे में यह चिता एक दर्दनाक घटना का कारण बन गई, जब एक युवक ने इसी स्थान पर अपनी जान दे दी।

गुमशुदा जवानी और सुबह सामने आई सच्चाई
मृतक की पहचान 27 वर्षीय सिब्बू कोल उर्फ ​​​​शुभम कोल के रूप में हुई है। परिजनों के मुताबिक शनिवार रात करीब तीन बजे वह बिना किसी को बताए घर से निकल गया था। जब वह सुबह तक नहीं लौटा तो परिजनों को चिंता हुई. रविवार सुबह 6 बजे परिजनों ने खितौला थाने में गुमशुदगी की रिपोर्ट दर्ज कराई।

श्मशान घाट पर मिला खौफनाक मंजर
सुबह करीब 7 बजे जब अंतिम संस्कार कर रहे परिजन अस्थियां लेने श्मशान घाट पहुंचे तो वहां का नजारा देखकर हैरान रह गए। जलती राख के ऊपर दूसरे युवक का अधजला शव पड़ा था। इसकी सूचना तुरंत पुलिस को दी गई, जिसके बाद पूरे इलाके में हड़कंप मच गया.

पुलिस जांच में जुटी
थाना प्रभारी रमन सिंह ने बताया कि प्रथम दृष्टया यह मामला आत्महत्या का लग रहा है. पुलिस इस बात की जांच कर रही है कि युवक रात 3 बजे से सुबह 7 बजे के बीच वहां कैसे पहुंचा और उसने ऐसा कदम क्यों उठाया। मानसिक तनाव, अवसाद और अन्य कारणों की भी जांच की जा रही है। वहीं, कुछ लोग इसे अंधविश्वास या तांत्रिक क्रियाओं से भी जोड़ रहे हैं. पुलिस पोस्टमार्टम रिपोर्ट का इंतजार कर रही है ताकि मौत का पूरा सच सामने आ सके.

Oil markets opened sharply higher and once again crossed the $100 per barrel level after US President Donald Trump announced the start of the blockade of Iranian ports from Monday (local time).US crude oil or WTI rose 8% to $104.24 a barrel in early trade, while global benchmark Brent crude rose 7% to $102.29.The rally followed a tense and volatile session after peace talks between the United States and Iran ended on a cold note, with prices already hitting above $100 a barrel amid reports that the US Navy was preparing to intercept ships reaching Iran through the Strait of Hormuz. Trump said on Sunday that the US Navy would extend the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. “Effective immediately, the United States Navy, which is the finest in the world, will begin the process of blocking any and all ships trying to enter or leave the Strait of Hormuz. At some point, we will get to an “all allowed in, all allowed out” basis, but Iran is just not letting that happen by saying, “There could be a mine out there somewhere,” that no one knows about but them,” he told Truth Social. Wrote on.Commenting on market conditions, Saul Kavnik, head of energy research at MST Markey, said, “The market is now largely back to pre-armistice conditions, except now the US will also block the flow of the remaining 2 million barrels per day bound to Iran through the Strait of Hormuz.”He also acknowledged the potential political consequences of the decision, taken six weeks after the attack on Iran, and said oil and fuel prices could remain high through the November midterm elections.Since the conflict began, Brent crude has experienced huge fluctuations, rising from around $70 a barrel before the war in late February to above $119 at some points. Before the latest developments, Brent for June delivery slipped 0.8% to $95.20 a barrel on Friday.Since the US-Israeli offensive launched attacks on Iran on February 28, Tehran has maintained effective control over the Strait of Hormuz, a key maritime chokepoint for global energy flows, as tensions across the region disrupt shipping through the key oil transit route.US Central Command said the blockade would be enforced impartially “against vessels of all nations” entering or leaving Iranian ports and surrounding coastal waters, including the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman.Additionally, it confirmed that ships traveling between non-Iranian ports will still be allowed to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.The strait typically handles about a fifth of global oil trade each day, with major exporters including Saudi Arabia, Iraq, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and Iran. Maritime tracking data shows that despite the ceasefire, traffic through the strait has remained low, with less than 40 commercial ships passing through since the ceasefire began.

उधर, केंद्रीय जांच एजेंसियों के अधिकारी भी विक्रांत से पूछताछ कर चुके हैं। विक्रांत तहरीक-ए-तालिबान हिंदुस्तान से जुड़ा था। एसएसपी एसटीएफ अजय ने बताया कि कश्यप काफी समय से संदिग्ध गतिविधियों में लिप्त था और देश विरोधी तत्वों के संपर्क में था। शुरुआती जांच में पता चला है कि वह संवेदनशील जगहों की जानकारी जुटाकर विदेश में बैठे अपने आकाओं को भेज रहा था.

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उन्होंने देहरादून के महत्वपूर्ण संस्थानों, सुरक्षा प्रतिष्ठानों और सार्वजनिक स्थानों से संबंधित जानकारी, स्थान और वीडियो फुटेज साझा किए थे। उत्तराखंड एसटीएफ की कार्रवाई के बाद मामले की गंभीरता को देखते हुए केंद्रीय एजेंसियों के अधिकारी भी देहरादून पहुंचे और आरोपियों से विस्तार से पूछताछ की.

पूछताछ में कई अहम खुलासे हुए हैं. एसएसपी एसटीएफ अजय सिंह ने बताया कि मामले की जांच बहुस्तरीय एजेंसियों के साथ मिलकर की जा रही है. आरोपी के नेटवर्क, उसके संपर्कों और फंडिंग के स्रोतों की भी जांच की जा रही है। साथ ही यह भी पता लगाया जा रहा है कि इस नेटवर्क में और कौन लोग शामिल हैं.

By the beginning of the 15th century, China had the most formidable navy ever. This fleet, known as the Treasure Fleet, was under the command of Admiral Zheng He and made voyages to the Indian Ocean, East Africa, and even the Middle East. This was a clear indication of the dominance of the Chinese in technology, economy and international relations before the emergence of European empires. However, by the beginning of the 16th century, especially around 1525, the treasure fleet was disbanded, and the Chinese began to look inward.

rise of Chinese treasure fleet

The Ming Dynasty’s treasure fleet was impressive both technically and organisationally. Between 1405 and 1433, Admiral Zheng He led seven expeditions involving hundreds of ships and thousands of sailors. The Chinese fleet included the largest wooden ships ever built.These campaigns were not for conquest but for diplomacy, commerce, and expansion of influence. Dr. Sam Willis, in a podcast’Society for Marine Research‘ With Professor Tim Brook, a China historian at the University of British Columbia:“Zheng He’s maritime campaigns underlined China’s superiority at sea.”By that time, China was probably the most powerful country in terms of naval power and economy, surpassing contemporary European countries.

Why was the treasure fleet abandoned?

Even though the fleet was successful, it ended suddenly. Politics became an influential factor in the Ming court. Confucian bureaucrats felt that such pursuits were frivolous and immoral and preferred to focus on agricultural stability rather than trade.After Zheng He’s death, the campaigns were considered extravagant and unnecessary and support for them rapidly declined.By the 1520s, China had severely restricted maritime trade, reduced shipbuilding and even destroyed documents about voyages. In this way China separated itself from global affairs. Meanwhile, Europe actively expanded into the sea.

A historic mistake that changed global power

According to many historians, China’s abandonment of the Treasure Fleet opened the way for European dominance in exploration and trade. According to Kenneth Pomeranz in his work “The Great Divergence”:“The end of Chinese maritime expansion has potential benefits that European powers will soon take advantage of.”While China was retreating from the sea, other countries like Portugal and Spain were expanding, and they ultimately changed world trade relations. This is significant because only a few decades had passed before European explorers established their overseas empires.The Ming’s decision not to conduct further extensive maritime campaigns reduced a major navy from the Indian Ocean. By continuing to build the Treasure Fleet, China will be able to control global exploration and transform trade, colonization, and cultural exchange around the world.

Lessons from the Chinese treasure fleet

The story of the Chinese Treasure Fleet is more than a voyage; This is a story of lost opportunities. In an era when China was rising as a superpower in the world, it decided on isolation rather than development. This change changed the course of history and allowed others to move forward where China lagged behind.Modern scholars now recognize this incident as a valuable case study for future decision-making processes. Staying away from innovation and the rest of the world can have long-term consequences.