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Pakistan's Musadik Masood Malik expected in Delhi for SCO dialogue
Pakistan’s climate minister, Musadik Masood Malik, is expected to visit India between November 20-22 for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation civilizational dialogue in Delhi.
Trump holds back on Iran strikes after Saudi, Turkish urging
President Trump is contemplating postponing military action against Iran, contingent on the absence of new provocations, according to sources familiar with his recent discussions.
Trump administration asks Supreme Court to limit injunctions to parties
Trump's administration appeals to the Supreme Court to limit judges' ability to block federal agency actions under the Administrative Procedure Act.
Stephen Miller steps in as President Trump's chief of staff
Stephen Miller, President Trump's new chief of staff, has quickly reshaped the White House's policymaking process and embraced a combative stance against Democrats.
President Zelenskyy says SpaceX Starshield is slowing Ukrainian military drones
Volodymyr Zelenskyy claims SpaceX is misleading about the political reasons behind speed limits on Ukraine's Starshield system, impacting drone operations against Russian forces.
Louisiana: 32 hospitalized after tanker collides with river cruise ship
A tanker lost control and crashed into a docked river cruise ship on the Mississippi River near New Orleans, Louisiana.
Atlantic asphalt crashes into American Heritage riverboat in New Orleans
The Atlantic Asphalt, involved in a collision with the American Heritage riverboat, had no Indian crew members onboard during the incident on November 13, 2026.
Flights between UK and US resume after FAA ground stop
The UK has resumed flights to the US after the FAA lifted its ground stop, but further disruptions are expected as airlines manage rebookings and clear backlogs.
Indian-origin man jailed for sexually exploiting 70 minors in UK
Bilal Kazi, a 27-year-old Indian-origin student at the University of Chester, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison in the United Kingdom.
Russia, Ukraine prepare massive 2,000-prisoner exchange amid US-led diplomacy
Russia and Ukraine are reportedly preparing for a massive prisoner exchange. Over 1,000 prisoners from each side are expected to be released in what Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called "the largest exchange of this war."
Filipina woman once sent love letters to Meghan Markle's father?
Thomas Markle Sr., Meghan Markle's father, is currently in federal custody in Florida after allegedly removing his ankle monitor following his arrest for child pornography possession.
France in 5th weekend of protests over police bill
Protesters in France are rallying for the fifth consecutive Saturday, focusing on opposition to a controversial police bill that critics label a "licence to kill."
France's protests over living costs draw criticism after 4,900+ arrests
Nationwide protests in France over living costs and public services have escalated into violent riots, with authorities blaming far-left extremists for the chaos.
India backs UN resolution protecting Palestinian and Syrian natural resources
India voted in favor of a UN General Assembly resolution reaffirming the rights of Palestinians and Syrians over their natural resources, joining 150 other nations.
HUD requires citizenship or immigration status proof for US housing
The Trump administration's new rule mandates that individuals provide documentary proof of US citizenship to qualify for federal housing assistance, effective December 14, 2026.
Canada increases Indian visa waits to 34 and 87 days
Canada's latest visa processing update shows increased wait times for Indian applicants seeking visitor and super visas, with visitor visa processing now taking 34 days.
US experiences longest nationwide flight ground stop in 25 years
The United States witnessed its longest nationwide flight ground stop in 25 years on Friday, with thousands of flights delayed.
Trump, Xi, Putin's joint meeting at APEC summit next week
US President Donald Trump, Chinese President Xi Jinping, and Russian President Vladimir Putin are set to meet on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Shenzhen next week.
Jensen Huang resigns amid sexual misconduct and smuggling scandal
Jensen Huang's resignation amid a scandal involving chip smuggling and Chinese agents threatens to implicate Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and impact U.S. policy towards China.
FAA pauses most US flights 5 hours after system overload
The Trump administration attributed a nationwide ground stop to overloaded air traffic control systems, affecting thousands of flights before resuming operations after five hours.
FAA ground stop: Employee reveals possible cause
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a nationwide ground stop for all departing flights on Friday due to "extraordinary circumstances and for reasons of safety."
Missouri woman Amy Bolandis awarded ₹7.54cr after court confirmation
A Missouri woman received Rs 7 crore after a delivery van collision left her with severe ankle injuries, as the court upheld the award against the driver and his employer.
UK: US military bases on alert over suspected drone sighting
United States military bases in the United Kingdom were placed on alert after suspected unauthorized drones were spotted over the Royal Air Force's Lakenheath base.
Democratic senators ask Musk to preserve Starlink Starshield records
Democratic senators have instructed Elon Musk to maintain records related to SpaceX's service restrictions in Ukraine, crucial for military communications amid ongoing conflicts.
US briefly grounds flights nationwide due to communication issues
The United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) lifted a nationwide ground stop, issued Friday afternoon (local time), after a communications issue at regional air traffic control centers.
After Brooklyn Flatbush collapse, Zariah Coleman pleads for trapped cat
A young girl, Zariah Coleman, is desperately urging rescuers to find her cat trapped in the rubble of a collapsed building in Brooklyn’s Flatbush neighborhood.
United States loses measles elimination status after Utah outbreak
The US has lost its measles elimination status after a year-long outbreak in Utah, with over 5,412 cases reported nationwide in 2026, the highest since 1991.
APEC Shenzhen: Trump, Putin, Xi meet on Iran, nuclear arsenals
US President Donald Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Chinese President Xi Jinping will meet for the first-ever trilateral talks at the APEC summit in Shenzhen, China.
Communications outage grounds US flights, Microsoft suffers global outage
All departing U.S. flights were grounded due to a major communications outage, while a global Microsoft services disruption affected businesses worldwide, including in India.
Kyle Brennan charged with transporting child pornography after 2024 search
Kyle Brennan, son of former CIA Director John Brennan, was charged with transporting child pornography after the FBI found 88 explicit images of minor girls on his cellphone.
Pentagon numbers contradict Trump claim of no Iran conflict deaths
President Donald Trump inaccurately stated no U.S. soldiers have died in the Iran conflict over the past five months, despite documented military casualties since July.
US intercepts Iranian drones toward Bahrain amid Iran's radar claim
The US military intercepted two Iranian attack drones heading toward Bahrain, countering Iran's claim of striking a US radar system in the kingdom.
Tanker collides with American Heritage cruise ship on Mississippi River
A tanker collided with the American Heritage cruise liner on the Mississippi River, prompting rescue efforts for over 130 people as the ship began taking on water.
Brooklyn building collapse on November 11 kills 8, injures 18
Authorities have identified the eight victims of the Brooklyn building collapse, as a criminal investigation is launched to determine the cause of the disaster.
NYC DOB approved 2625 Bedford excavation despite warnings, Flatbush collapse
New York City approved construction plans for a Brooklyn site, despite missing key structural reinforcements, which experts believe contributed to a deadly building collapse.
Bilal Kazi sentenced 30 years in UK for manipulating minors
Bilal Kazi, an Indian PhD student in the UK, was sentenced to 30 years for grooming over 70 young girls on Snapchat while overstaying his student visa.
Microsoft outage leaves major UK public services and NHS scrambling
A global Microsoft outage severely impacted key public services in the UK, causing widespread disruptions in healthcare, courts, police operations, and the property industry.
Santiago Pena targeted in criminal conspiracy probe over Ueno Bank
Paraguayan prosecutors have expanded charges against ousted president Santiago Pena, accusing him of criminal conspiracy linked to the collapse of Ueno Bank.
Yemeni government fortifies temporary capital Aden after Houthis seized hilltops
Yemen's government is reinforcing military positions around Aden as Houthi forces capture strategic areas, escalating conflict since the truce ended in July.
US Supreme Court to rule on Donald Trump's asylum restrictions
The US Supreme Court will consider the legality of President Donald Trump's asylum restrictions at the US-Mexico border, following a lower court's ruling against them.
Jasmine Hernandez attacked with hammer by Richmond neighbors' 14-year-old son
A 14-year-old allegedly attacked Jasmine Hernandez with an ax during a parking dispute in Richmond, California, leading to her hospitalization and major surgery.
India and 50 nations urge Israel to allow Gaza aid
India has joined 50 UN member states in endorsing a call for improved humanitarian access in Gaza, emphasizing the need for safe and unhindered assistance as winter approaches.
EU, 5 countries send national security advisers to Russia-Ukraine talks
The EU and five major European countries will send national security advisers to participate in future Russia-Ukraine peace talks, aiming for a unified European presence.
Trump administration tension over megaspeed diverting NVIDIA chips to China
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent criticized the Trump administration's failure to enforce export controls, exposing internal divisions over Nvidia chip sales to China.
Indonesia: 6 publicly flogged in Aceh for Sharia law violations
In Indonesia's Aceh province, six individuals were publicly flogged on Thursday for violating strict Sharia laws.
Indonesia: Vice-president resigns amid political pressure over educational qualifications
Indonesia's Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has resigned from his post, just two years into a five-year term.
US: Trump's approval rating drops to 32%
United States President Donald Trump is facing a steep decline in his approval ratings.
LNG tanker hits mine in Strait of Hormuz, explodes
A liquefied natural gas (LNG) tanker exploded after hitting a naval mine in the Strait of Hormuz on Friday, November 13.
Canada: 3 youths charged in hate-motivated attacks
Three teenagers have been arrested in Barrie, Ontario, Canada, after a hate-motivated incident on a city bus.
Trump wants to 'get Cuba done' before leaving office
United States President Donald Trump has expressed interest in potentially using military force against Cuba.
Russia agrees to include European representatives in Ukraine peace talks
Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to allow European representatives in the next round of peace talks on Ukraine.
Meghan Markle 'devastated' by father's arrest amid child abuse allegations
Meghan Markle is reportedly "devastated" by the recent allegations against her estranged father, Thomas Markle Sr.
11 killed after van plunges into river in POK's Gilgit-Baltistan
At least 11 people were killed and three others injured after a passenger van plunged into a river in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir's Gilgit-Baltistan region on Thursday night.
Pakistan: Court charges Ishaq Dar's grandson in gang-rape case
A Pakistani court has formally charged eight suspects, including Raza Dar, the grandson of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, news agency PTI reported.
Trump confirms Huang call, uncertain whether linked woman is spy
United States President Donald Trump confirmed he spoke with Jensen Huang, NVIDIA co-founder, on Wednesday.
'Foreign troops in Ukraine will be targets': Russia to US
Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned that any foreign troops deployed in Ukraine will be considered "legitimate targets."
UAE: Indians among 14 dead after 23-vehicle collision
A devastating truck accident in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates, has claimed 14 lives and injured 30 others. The incident involved a collision of 23 vehicles, including five trucks.
Washington DC: Shooting near White House, 2 including gunman dead
A gunman killed a man at a gym before fleeing and shooting four more people early Thursday in a popular neighborhood of Washington, DC. just a short distance from the White House.
8 killed after three-story building collapses in New York City
Eight people have been killed so far after a three-story building in Brooklyn's Flatbush neighborhood, New York City, collapsed on Wednesday afternoon.
Trump, Netanyahu get into 'shouting match' over Iran war
United States President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had a phone call over the weekend that was largely focused on Iran.
Ailing Afghanis sent home after doctors banned from treating women
In Afghanistan, a de facto ban on male doctors treating female patients has left women in desperate situations.
Iran designates Argentina's navy and air force as 'terrorist organizations'
Iran has announced that it will designate Argentina's Navy and Air Force as "terrorist organizations."
Iran can still produce 50 ballistic missiles monthly: Report
Iran is reportedly capable of producing around 50 ballistic missiles every month, which is about half of its pre-war capacity.
18 terrorists,10 policemen killed in encounter in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
A gunfight in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Kohat district on Wednesday left at least 18 terrorists and 11 police personnel dead.
Explosions, blockades, arson rock Bangladesh as Sheikh Hasina plans return
Bangladesh is witnessing widespread violence as tensions rise ahead of Sheikh Hasina's planned return from exile in India.
Why Spain is witnessing 1st general strike in 14 years
Workers across Spain have launched a general strike, the first in 14 years, to protest against the country's housing crisis.
Israel strikes southern Gaza's largest hospital, killing 6, including surgeon
An Israeli airstrike on Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, southern Gaza, has left at least six dead, an official from the Hamas-run civil defense agency said.
'Maintain respect!' Guard reprimands laughing Hegseth delegation at soldier memorial
United States Secretary of War Pete Hegseth was publicly reprimanded by a soldier at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery.
Donald Trump's $10B defamation lawsuit against BBC allowed to proceed
A federal judge in Florida has allowed US President Donald Trump's $10 billion defamation case against the BBC to move forward.
Why Meghan Markle was 'fighting back tears' during Belgium appearance
Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, was recently seen with her husband Prince Harry at a public engagement in Brussels.
'You worthless man': Netanyahu's wife clashes with ex-PM in Parliament
A heated confrontation erupted in Israel's Knesset during Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's address on Tuesday.
'I have bomb': Passenger tries to hijack United Airlines flight
A United Airlines flight from Newark International Airport to New Orleans was forced to issue a hijack alert on Monday night after a passenger allegedly claimed he had a bomb and attempted to storm the cockpit.
Jailed ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan briefly taken to hospital
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan was briefly taken to hospital for medical treatment before being returned to prison, news agency Reuters reported.
US Treasury Secretary relocated to military base amid Iranian threats
United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has been relocated to a military base after receiving threats from Iran, according to multiple reports.
Dubai-bound tanker carrying 6 Indians hit in Persian Gulf
A Liberia-flagged tanker, MT Fujairah Energy, carrying six Indian seafarers, was hit by a projectile while passing through the Persian Gulf on Tuesday.
Meghan Markle's father detained after cutting off ankle monitor
Thomas Markle Sr., the father of Meghan Markle, has been detained after allegedly cutting off his ankle monitor.
US House blocks impeachment of Pete Hegseth
The United States House of Representatives has effectively blocked an impeachment effort against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
78% Britons view Israel as threat to world peace: Survey
A recent survey conducted by the National Centre for Social Research (NatCen) has revealed that nearly four in five Britons perceive Israel as a serious threat to world peace.
Over 2,000 students, teachers facing political persecution in Bangladesh: Report
A report by the human rights organization JusticeMakers Bangladesh in France (JMBF) has revealed that over 2,000 students and teachers in Bangladesh have faced alleged politically motivated persecution since August 2024.
Russia-Ukraine war: Leaked data reveals over 400,000 Russian deaths
More than 400,000 Russians have died in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine since Moscow's full-scale invasion nearly five years ago.
Pannun allowed to serve summons on NSA Doval, ex-RAW chief
A United States court has allowed Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun to serve summons on India's National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and former Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) chief Samant Goel through courts in Delhi.
'Harry Potter' universe expands with new books: What to expect
The Harry Potter universe is set to expand with two new books by author J.K. Rowling.
Netanyahu calling Trump 'every day' to resume Iran war
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been in daily contact with United States President Donald Trump, urging him to resume military actions against Iran.
Judge orders psychiatric evaluation of Meghan Markle's father
A federal judge in Florida has ordered a psychiatric evaluation of Thomas Markle, the estranged father of Meghan Markle.
Beatles's Paul McCartney becomes 3rd-richest musician with $1B fortune
Paul McCartney has officially joined the ranks of billionaires, with Forbes estimating his net worth at around $1.4 billion.
Sheikh Hasina will be executed if she returns: Bangladesh prosecutor
Sheikh Hasina, the ousted leader of Bangladesh, has been sentenced to death in absentia for crimes against humanity.
Why NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang is being probed by FBI
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is probing NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang's alleged affair with a suspected Chinese spy.
Diwali celebration in New Jersey sparks debate over littered roads
Diwali celebrations in New Jersey, United States, have sparked a debate over public responsibility after the streets were left littered with firecracker waste.
'Doesn't impact me': Trump ignored memo flagging NVIDIA CEO's affair
United States President Donald Trump has admitted he didn't read a memo by Secretary of State Marco Rubio last spring, where he flagged NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang's alleged affair with a suspected Chinese spy.
Russia, Ukraine trade strikes ahead of first trilateral peace talks
The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine has continued unabated, with both sides launching strikes on vessels and infrastructure.
France blames Iran for cyberattack on supermarket fridges
France has accused Iran of being behind a major cyberattack on its supermarkets last month. The attack, which targeted around 700 retailers, caused massive spoilage of fresh and frozen produce.
Bangladesh: Bus driver killed in arson attack amid violence
A series of arson attacks and crude bomb blasts have rocked Bangladesh, leaving a trail of destruction and fear.