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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.
Trump considering FBI chief Kash Patel's ouster? White House replies
United States President Donald Trump has denied reports that he is considering the removal of Indian-American Kash Patel from his current position, according to a statement from the White House.
US envoy coached Putin aide on Ukraine peace plan: Report
United States President Donald Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff reportedly advised Russian President Vladimir Putin's aide Yuri Ushakov on how to present a peace plan for Ukraine.
Ethiopian volcano subsides, leaving disruptions and canceled flights across region
The long-dormant Hayli Gubbi volcano in Ethiopia subsided on Tuesday evening, after a weekend eruption that caused widespread destruction in nearby villages.
Deadly H5N1 reaches Antarctica as climate change alters wildlife patterns
A recent study has revealed that the H5N1 bird flu virus has now reached Antarctica, a region previously considered isolated from such diseases.
US to designate Muslim Brotherhood as 'foreign terrorist organization'
United States President Donald Trump has ordered the process of designating branches of the Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt, Lebanon, and Jordan as "terrorist" organizations, AFP reported.
Dubai-based drug lord behind ₹2,500cr cocaine smuggling operation arrested
Pawan Thakur, a Dubai-based drug trafficker, has been arrested and will be deported to India soon, NDTV reported, quoting sources.
China denies claims Arunachali woman was harassed at Shanghai airport
China has denied allegations of harassment against an Indian woman by immigration officials at Shanghai airport.
Italy's 'Mrs Doubtfire': Man impersonates dead mother to claim pension
In a bizarre case reminiscent of the movie Mrs Doubtfire, an unemployed 56-year-old man in Italy has been accused of impersonating his deceased mother to collect her pension benefits.
5.5-magnitude earthquake strikes Japan's Kyushu region
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck Japan's Kyushu region on Tuesday, the German Research Center for Geosciences (GFZ) reported.
'Religious fascism' emerging: Baul singer's arrest in Bangladesh sparks outrage
The recent arrest of popular baul singer Abul Sarkar in Bangladesh has triggered a major controversy.
Thai woman found alive in coffin hours before cremation
In a bizarre turn of events, a 65-year-old woman in Thailand was found alive inside her coffin, just before she was to be cremated.
Home deadliest for women; one killed every 10 minutes: UN
A new report by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and UN Women has revealed that every day, every 10 minutes, a woman is killed by someone she knows.
US's 28-point peace plan for Ukraine revised to 19
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced that recent peace talks in Geneva have produced a more concise and actionable proposal to end Russia's invasion.
'Kill' chants, Indian flag desecrated at 'Khalistan referendum' in Ottawa
An unofficial "Khalistan Referendum" was held in Ottawa, Canada, on Sunday by the Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), a group banned in India under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA).
Israeli PM Netanyahu cancels India visit after Delhi blast
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has postponed his planned visit to India, citing security concerns, Israeli media reported.
Pakistani forces bomb Afghanistan province; 10 killed, including 9 children
Afghan authorities have accused Pakistani forces of bombing a house in Khost province, killing nine children and a woman.
Ethiopia volcano erupts after 10,000 years; IndiGo diverts flight
An IndiGo flight was diverted from its route due to the eruption of the Hayli Gubbi volcano in Ethiopia. The volcanic eruption, which is one of the most remarkable events in the region's recorded history, occurred after nearly 10,000 years.
Toxic runoff from 2,400 mines endangers Mekong; millions at risk
A new study by the United States-based Stimson Center has revealed alarming levels of pollution in major rivers across Southeast Asia.
Who was Hezbollah leader Tabatabai, killed in Israeli airstrike?
The assassination of Haytham Ali Tabatabai, the chief of staff of Hezbollah, has plunged the Israel-Lebanon border into renewed tensions.
How will Canada's overhaul of citizenship rules benefit Indians?
Canada is set to overhaul its citizenship laws, making them more inclusive. The changes are expected to benefit thousands of Indian-origin families.
Germany introduces conscription Bill toward building Europe's strongest army
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has set an ambitious goal of creating Europe's strongest army. The plan comes after years of neglect in the country's military.
JFK's granddaughter says she has a rare, terminal cancer
Tatiana Schlossberg, the granddaughter of former US President John F Kennedy, has revealed her terminal cancer diagnosis.
Arunachal-born UK woman detained, harassed in Shanghai over passport
Pema Wangjom Thongdok, a UK resident originally from Arunachal Pradesh, has accused Chinese immigration officials of detaining and harassing her at Shanghai Pudong Airport.
Canada orders deportation of Indian grandfather for harassing schoolgirls
Jagjit Singh, a 51-year-old Indian national visiting Canada on a six-month visitor visa, has been convicted of criminally harassing two teenage girls outside their school.
3 killed in suicide attack at Pakistan's paramilitary force headquarters
Three suicide bombers attacked a paramilitary force headquarters in Pakistan's northwestern city of Peshawar, according to local media reports. At least three security personnel were killed and several others were injured, local media reported.
New X feature exposes many US MAGA accounts as foreign-based
Elon Musk's social media platform X (formerly Twitter) has introduced a new feature that shows the country of origin for user accounts.
'Maybe we would have run away...': Ramaphosa's banter with Modi
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, while speaking to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, admitted that hosting the G20 summit was a more challenging task than expected.
'UNSC reforms no longer an option, but necessity': PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday emphasized the need for reforms in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).
French Navy rebuts Pakistan media's Rafale losses claim
The French Navy has strongly rejected claims by Pakistani media that it confirmed Pakistan's air superiority over India during the May 2025 conflict.
Why international airlines are canceling flights in Venezuela
Several international airlines have canceled their flights departing from Venezuela.
Indian student enrollment in US down 10%: What's the reason?
Indian student enrollment in United States master's and doctoral programs fell by 9.5% in the 2024-25 academic year, according to the Open Doors report 2025.
'Indian values can drive progress': Modi's 6 initiatives at G20
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has proposed six new global development initiatives at the G20 Leaders' Summit in Johannesburg.