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Trump administration halts all immigration applications from 19 countries
The Trump administration has announced a suspension of all immigration applications from 19 countries. The decision includes green card and US citizenship processing.
NATO leaders meet after Putin rejects peace deal on Ukraine
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) foreign ministers are convening in Brussels for their first meeting since a draft peace plan to resolve the Ukraine conflict was released.
Malaysia to resume search for missing MH370 aircraft
The search for the wreckage of Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 will resume on December 30, more than a decade after the aircraft disappeared with 239 people on board.
'Asim Munir yearns for war with India': Imran Khan's sister
Aleema Khan, the sister of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, has accused General Asim Munir of wanting a war with India.
'We value...ties': Russia ratifies key defense pact with India
Russia's lower house of parliament, the State Duma, has ratified a crucial military logistics agreement with India, NDTV reported.
Trump calls Somali immigrants 'garbage' amid US crackdown
United States President Donald Trump has launched a scathing attack on Somali immigrants, calling them "garbage" and saying they should be sent back to their home country.
Putin says Russia prepared for war if Europe 'wants one'
Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Tuesday that his country is "ready" for war if Europe seeks one. He accused European leaders of not having a peaceful agenda.
'He's physically fine but...': Imran Khan's sister after visiting jail
Dr. Uzma Khanum, the sister of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, has confirmed that her brother is "fit and fine" after a meeting with him in Adiala Jail on Tuesday.
Turkey warns of escalation after third Black Sea tanker attack
Turkey's maritime affairs directorate has reported a third attack on a commercial tanker in the Black Sea.
Pakistan ridiculed for sending 'expired' flood relief to Sri Lanka
Pakistan's attempt to send aid to Sri Lanka has backfired after the High Commission in Colombo posted pictures of the relief packages with labels showing expiry dates of October 2024.
Imran Khan's sister finally allowed to meet him in jail
Uzma Khanum, sister of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, was granted permission to meet him at Adiala Jail on Tuesday, Pakistani outlet The Dawn reported.
Iran's water crisis: President warns of possible evacuations
Iran is facing a severe water crisis, with President Masoud Pezeshkian warning that residents may have to evacuate if it doesn't rain in the city by December.
US plans to double H-1B visas under HIRE Act
The United States is considering a major immigration policy change with the reintroduction of the HIRE Act.
'Work, work, work...': Japan PM's pledge becomes catchphrase of 2025
Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has been awarded the catchphrase of the year for her promise to "work, work, work, work and work" for her country.
Russia claims capture of strategic Ukrainian city Pokrovsk
On Monday, Russia claimed to have captured the eastern Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, a major strategic hub.
White House doctor says Trump is in 'excellent overall health'
United States President Donald Trump is in "excellent overall health," according to his White House physician, Captain Sean Barbabella.
Hong Kong: 13 arrested for manslaughter after deadly apartment fires
Authorities in Hong Kong have arrested 13 people on suspicion of manslaughter in connection with a devastating fire at the Wang Fuk Court estate.
'Hell to pay...': Trump warns Honduras over election result change
United States President Donald Trump has accused Honduras of trying to alter the results of its recent presidential election.
Peru: Landslide sinks boats, 12 dead, 40 missing
A landslide on the Ucayali River in central Peru has left at least 12 dead and dozens missing.
Public gatherings banned ahead of mega-protest by Imran Khan's supporters
The government of Pakistan has imposed Section 144 in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, banning public gatherings.
US court disqualifies Trump's former lawyer Alina Habba as prosecutor
Alina Habba, a former personal lawyer for Donald Trump, has been disqualified from serving as the US attorney for New Jersey.
Why Pakistan may impose governor's rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province
Pakistan's Junior Law Minister Barrister Aqeel Malik has said that the government is considering imposing Governor's Rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP).
Ozempic, Wegovy linked to suicidal thoughts: Australia's drug regulator
Australia's Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has issued a warning over the risk of suicidal behavior and ideation with popular diabetes and weight loss drugs.
Pakistan: 2 separate terror incidents leave 9 dead
Three members of the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) outfit were killed by Pakistani security forces in Balochistan on Monday.
Hong Kong fire: City demands fair probe, sedition law invoked
Public outrage has erupted in Hong Kong after the city's deadliest residential fire killed at least 146 people.
Haryana student stabbed dead in UK, 5 murder suspects bailed
A 30-year-old Indian-origin student, Vijay Kumar Sheoran, was fatally stabbed in Worcester, United Kingdom, on November 25.
California: 4 dead at kid's birthday party in 'targeted' shooting
A mass shooting at a child's birthday party in Stockton, California, has left four people dead and 10 others injured.
Trump declares Venezuela airspace closed, Caracas terms it 'colonialist threat'
Venezuela has slammed United States President Donald Trump for his recent comments about closing the airspace over and around the country.
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.