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Sergio Gor recalls Trump trying to call Modi at 6am
United States Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, has recalled an incident when President Donald Trump tried to call Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi early in the morning.
'Last 1-2% left': US ambassador on India-US trade deal
The proposed trade agreement between India and the United States is nearing completion, US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor announced on Monday.
'India only country that rivals China's talent-pool': Top US official
United States Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy and the Environment Jacob Helberg has praised India's engineering talent.
World Bank ditches climate lending target amid US pressure
The World Bank Group has decided to "retire" its goal of allocating 45% of annual lending resources to projects with climate co-benefits.
Russian strikes across Ukraine kill 10, leave dozens injured
Russian attacks on three major Ukrainian cities have left at least 10 people dead and dozens injured.
PM Modi to attend G20 summit in US: Sergio Gor
United States Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, has announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the G20 Summit in the United States in December.
'Cut off hands...': Pakistan minister warns India over IWT
Pakistan has issued a fresh threat to India over the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT).
Venezuela hit by strong aftershock, panic ensues
A strong aftershock measuring 4.6 on the Richter scale hit northern Venezuela on Monday, just five days after two devastating earthquakes.
No negotiations with US planned in coming days: Iran
Iran has denied any plans for negotiation meetings with the United States "in the coming days" over speculation that its delegation's visit to Qatar is linked to discussions with US officials.
US SC overturns 91-year precedent, strengthens Trump's firing power
The United States Supreme Court has overturned a 91-year-old precedent, granting President Donald Trump more power over independent agencies.
Trump says Iran has requested meeting in Doha tomorrow
United States President Donald Trump claimed that Iran has requested a meeting in Doha, Qatar.
Germany: At least 5 dead in shooting, suspect detained
A shooting incident in Stade, a town in northern Germany, has left five people dead.
Pakistan suspends Geo News for airing 'offensive' Muharram program
Pakistan has suspended the broadcast license of Karachi-based Urdu television channel, Geo News, for 15 days.
Russian soldiers' life expectancy on frontline is 20 minutes: Report
The average life expectancy of a Russian soldier on the frontlines in Ukraine has reportedly dropped to just 20-35 minutes.
Israel-Hezbollah tensions escalate after IDF destroys tunnel network
Tensions have escalated between Israel and Hezbollah after the Israeli military destroyed a major tunnel network in southern Lebanon.
Iran, Oman hold 1st meeting on Strait of Hormuz management
Iran and Oman convened the inaugural meeting of a joint committee on the Strait of Hormuz on Monday.
US-Iran tensions escalate over single clause in MoU
A dispute over a single clause in a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the United States and Iran has escalated tensions between the two countries.
Kate Middleton climbs Britain's highest peaks for cancer patients
Kate Middleton, aka Catherine, the Princess of Wales, completed the Three Peaks Challenge in support of the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity.
Why Prince Harry's kids may miss meeting grandpa King Charles
Prince Harry is reportedly worried that his children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, may not get to meet their grandfather, King Charles, during a planned visit to the United Kingdom (UK) next month.
WHO links heatwave in Europe to over 1,300 excess deaths
Europe is currently experiencing an unprecedented early summer heatwave, which the World Health Organization (WHO) has linked to over 1,300 excess deaths since June 21.
Suu Kyi's son demands Myanmar junta to prove she's alive
The younger son of Myanmar's pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi has demanded the military-led government provide proof that she is alive.
Pakistan kills 29 terrorists in operation along Afghanistan border
Pakistani security forces have killed 29 terrorists in a ground and air operation along the Afghanistan border, officials were quoted as saying by the Associated Press.
Putin orders ramp-up of Russia's air defense amid Ukraine attacks
Russian President Vladimir Putin has called for an increase in the country's anti-aircraft capabilities. The demand comes after Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian oil infrastructure.
US, Iran agree to halt hostilities, resume talks
The United States and Iran have agreed to halt hostilities in the Gulf and resume talks on Tuesday in Qatar over their dispute concerning the Strait of Hormuz.
In rebuke to Turkey, Israel now recognizes Armenian genocide
The Israeli government has officially recognized the Armenian genocide, a move seen as a direct rebuke to Turkey.
Saudi Arabia: Helicopter crash in Ras Tanura kills 14
A helicopter crash in Ras Tanura, Saudi Arabia, on Sunday morning killed all 14 people on board.
France: Civilian aircraft carrying skydivers crashes, killing at least 11
A civilian aircraft crashed near the eastern French town of Tomblaine on Sunday, killing at least 11 people.
'Baseless': India rejects Pakistan's allegations of involvement in Karachi attack
India has categorically rejected Pakistan's allegations linking it to a recent attack on a Sindh Rangers compound in Karachi.
Palestinian journalist's photos highlight human cost of Israel-Gaza conflict
Two photographs of Palestinian journalist Mujahid Bani Mufleh have become a symbol of the Israel-Gaza conflict's human cost.
Seychelles bestows 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon' on PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been awarded the "Guardian of the Blue Horizon," Seychelles's top honor, for his leadership in environmental conservation and sustainable development.
Death penalty can't stop me from returning to Bangladesh: Hasina
Sheikh Hasina, the former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, has vowed to return to her home country this year, despite facing a death penalty.
Indian student found dead in London apartment
A 25-year-old Indian student was found dead in his London apartment on Tuesday.
Why hundreds of flights in London have been delayed
Severe thunderstorms sweeping through southern England have wreaked havoc on air travel, with nearly 800 flights delayed and dozens canceled at London's Heathrow and Gatwick airports yesterday.
Trump nominates ex-Oklahoma state trooper Lance Schroyer as ICE director
US President Donald Trump has announced his intention to nominate Lance Schroyer as the permanent director of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Pakistan: 4 soldiers killed, 6 terrorists gunned down in Karachi
A suicide attack on the Sindh Rangers headquarters in Karachi, Pakistan, on Saturday, left at least four soldiers dead and six terrorists killed, while another was captured alive.
US airstrikes hit 10 Iranian sites after attack on tanker
The United States has launched a second wave of airstrikes on Iranian targets, following an alleged drone attack by Tehran on the Panama-flagged tanker KIKU in the Strait of Hormuz.
California governor Gavin Newsom wants a national 'billionaires' tax'
California Governor Gavin Newsom has proposed a national "billionaires' tax," as he considers a run for the presidency.
PM Modi accorded warm welcome in Seychelles
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was given a warm welcome by the Indian diaspora on his arrival in Seychelles.