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Ukraine hits Russian 'shadow fleet' tankers with underwater drones
Ukrainian security services (SBU) have reportedly struck two tankers of Russia's "shadow fleet" in the Black Sea using underwater drones.
Imran Khan alive, pressured to accept exile, says PTI senator
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Senator Khurram Zeeshan has raised concerns about the condition of former Prime Minister Imran Khan in prison.
Trump pardoning ex-Honduras president convicted of drug trafficking in US
United States President Donald Trump has announced his decision to pardon former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernandez.
Cyclone 'Ditwah' leaves 123 dead in Sri Lanka; Emergency declared
Cyclone Ditwah has wreaked havoc in Sri Lanka, killing at least 123 people and leaving 130 missing, the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) reported on Saturday.
Tajikistan: Chinese workers killed in drone strike, Pakistan-Taliban trade accusations
An armed drone attack on a China-linked gold mine in Tajikistan's Khatlon province on Wednesday, November 26, has left three Chinese nationals dead and one injured.
Hong Kong starts 3-day mourning after deadly apartment fire
Hong Kong is observing a three-day mourning period for the 128 victims of a devastating fire at Wang Fuk Court residential complex.
Trump halts all asylum decisions after Afghan shooter's deadly attack
The Trump administration has ordered the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to stop all asylum decisions.
Airbus recalls 6,000 A320s worldwide, possible delays for Indian flyers
Airbus has issued a global safety directive, recalling 6,000 A320-family aircraft for urgent checks.
Bird flu mutating could cause pandemic 'worse than COVID-19': Expert
The bird flu virus poses a potential risk of causing a pandemic worse than COVID-19 if it mutates to transmit between humans, an expert said.
'American dream or...trap?': ICE detaining people during green card interviews
The United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has started detaining people during green card interviews at United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) offices, per US media reports.
Trump pauses migration for 3rd world countries; is India included?
United States President Donald Trump has called for a "permanent pause" on migration from what he calls "Third World countries."
Morgues overflow as floods kill 250+ in Thailand, Indonesia
Devastating floods across Southeast Asia have killed over 250 people, with Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia being the worst-hit countries.
Vladimir Putin to visit India on December 4-5
Russian President Vladimir Putin will pay a state visit to India from 4 to 5 December 2025 for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit, at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced.
'Perhaps Chinese...': Nepal ex-envoy on banknote with disputed Indian territories
Former diplomat KP Fabian has urged Nepal to diplomatically engage with India on the disputed territories of Lipulekh, Limiyadhura, and Kalapani.
Sri Lanka closes offices, schools as landslides, floods kill 56
Sri Lanka is reeling under one of its worst weather-related disasters in recent years, with at least 56 people dead and 21 missing due to floods and landslides.
'No proof of life': Imran Khan's son seeks global intervention
Kasim Khan, the son of former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, has made a public appeal for international intervention amid fears for his father's safety.
Trump to permanently pause migration from 'Third World Countries'
United States President Donald Trump has announced a series of immigration reforms.
National Guard troop shot by Afghan national dies; another critical
United States President Donald Trump confirmed that United States Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom has died after a targeted shooting near the White House.
Hong Kong fire: 128 dead, final search for survivors underway
The death toll from the massive fire at the Wang Fuk Court housing complex in Hong Kong's Tai Po district climbed to 128 on Friday.
Trump orders 19 countries' Green Cards reexamination after Washington shooting
The United States will reexamine all green cards issued to individuals from 19 countries, following a directive from President Donald Trump.
Who leaked US envoy Steve Witkoff's phone call with Russia
A leaked phone call between the White House and the Kremlin has raised serious concerns over the ongoing peace negotiations for Ukraine.
This US visa reform could ease hurdles for Indian students
The United States is considering major changes to its study visa rules, which could have a huge impact on international students.
Sheikh Hasina gets 21 years in jail after death sentence
A Bangladesh court has sentenced former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to 21 years in prison in three corruption cases linked to allocations of land.
After Hong Kong fires, train collision in China kills 11
A train accident in China's southwestern city of Kunming has left 11 railway maintenance workers dead and two others injured.
Hong Kong officials investigate 'potential corruption' after fires kill 55
The death toll from the devastating fire at the Wang Fuk Court housing estate in Tai Po, Hong Kong, has reached 55.
This Asian city overtakes Tokyo as world's most populous city
The United Nations has declared Jakarta, the capital of Indonesia, to be the most populous city in the world. According to its World Urbanization Prospects 2025 report, Jakarta is home to nearly 42 million people.
Pakistan jail responds after rumors claimed imprisoned Imran Khan died
The administration of Pakistan's Adiala Jail has confirmed that former Prime Minister Imran Khan is alive and healthy after rumors claimed he had been killed inside the prison.
Who's Rahmanullah Lakanwal, Afghan gunman who shot 2 National Guards
Authorities have identified the suspect in the shooting of two National Guard members near the White House as Rahmanullah Lakanwal.
US suspends Afghanistan immigration requests after Washington shooting by Afghan
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has indefinitely suspended processing all immigration requests from Afghan nationals.
2 National Guards shot near White House; shooter in custody
Two members of the West Virginia National Guard were critically injured in a targeted shooting near the White House on Wednesday.
Hong Kong fires: Death toll rises to 44; 279 missing
At least 44 people have been killed, while 279 people are missing after a major fire engulfed public housing apartments in Hong Kong's Tai Po district on Wednesday.
Hong Kong: Fire engulfs high-rise residential complex; 13 dead
A devastating fire has broken out at the Wang Fuk Court housing estate in Tai Po, Hong Kong.
Rebuilding Gaza's 'human-made abyss' will cost over $70B, says UN
The United Nations has estimated that rebuilding Gaza, devastated by the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, will cost at least $70 billion.
What's inside Naia Island, where billionaire Lakshmi Mittal is moving
Billionaire businessman Lakshmi Mittal is reportedly shifting his base to Dubai's Naia Island.
Imran Khan assassinated? Unverified reports claim Asim Munir killed him
Unverified reports have surfaced suggesting that former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan may have been killed inside Adiala jail in Rawalpindi.
Unregulated rare earth mining in Mekong threatens Southeast Asia's lifeline
The growing global demand for rare earth minerals is causing severe pollution in some of Asia's most critical river systems.
Imran Khan's sisters demand probe after being dragged by hair
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan is currently imprisoned in Rawalpindi's Adiala Jail after being arrested on August 5, 2023.
'Chennai got 220,000 H-1Bs': US economist alleges fraud in system
Former United States Representative and economist Dr. Dave Brat has alleged widespread fraud in the H-1B visa system.
'Full confidence in India's security': Israel after Netanyahu's visit postponed
The office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed that a new date for his visit to India is being coordinated. This comes after reports suggested that his planned December trip was postponed.
Billionaire Richard Branson's wife dies at 80
Joan Templeman, the wife of British billionaire Sir Richard Branson, has passed away at 80.