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UN urges India to address extrajudicial killings, torture of Dalits
The United Nations Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (CERD) has urged India to investigate alleged extrajudicial killings and torture of Dalits and tribal groups.
Hamas using kites to attack Israel? Gaza parents warned
The popular committees, comprising representatives of local non-government organizations and charities that run Gaza displacement camps and shelters, issued a warning to Gaza parents on Monday to stop their children flying kites in the war-ravaged enclave.
'Fully prepared' to counter widened US economic sanctions: Iran
Iran has said it is "fully prepared" to tackle the United States's widened US sanctions.
US plans to revoke visas of 200,000 asylum seekers
The United States is reportedly planning to revoke the business and tourism visas of up to 200,000 foreigners who have applied for or are seeking asylum, according to two officials quoted by the Associated Press, as well as documents accessed by the news agency.
Russia assures uninterrupted energy, fertilizer supplies to India
Russian President Vladimir Putin has assured India of uninterrupted supplies of energy and fertilizers, despite disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict in West Asia.
Ajit Doval meets Chinese vice president in Beijing
National Security Adviser (NSA) Ajit Doval met Chinese Vice President Han Zheng in Beijing on Tuesday.
Chinese President Xi Jinping likely to attend BRICS summit: Report
Chinese President Xi Jinping is likely to attend the upcoming BRICS summit in New Delhi next month, according to a Reuters report.
Iran releases Mojtaba Khamenei video with audio for first time
Iran has released a rare video of its Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei.
Pakistan: Army officer opens fire during student protest at university
A Pakistan Army officer allegedly opened fire during a student protest at Sarhad University, local media reported.
$103,265 H-1B fee: Indian IT firms face fresh US challenge
The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed a new fee of $103,265 for all cap-subject H-1B visa petitions.
Iran tried to kill 1 of my sons: Israel's Netanyahu
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has claimed that Iran attempted to assassinate one of his sons.
Iran threatens retaliation against expanding US sanctions
Iran has threatened to retaliate against the United States's expansion of economic sanctions.
Jaishankar meets Putin, discusses expanding India-Russia ties
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin on Monday.
Saudi Arabia: Tanker hit by projectile off Red Sea coast
A tanker caught fire off the Red Sea coast of Saudi Arabia after being hit by an "unknown projectile," the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported.
Singapore offering $55,000 per child to boost birth rate
In a major move to combat its declining birth rate, Singapore has announced a new family support package.
Iran threatens to halt oil exports amid US's economic war
Iran has threatened to stop all oil exports from the Persian Gulf if the United States continues its economic war against Tehran.
Gaza airstrikes kill 4-year-old boy, injure others
On Sunday, two Israeli airstrikes in the Gaza Strip killed at least two people, including a four-year-old boy.
'Economic D-Day': US announces financial offensive against Iran
United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has announced an "economic D-Day" against Iran, marking the beginning of what he calls the most intense financial offensive ever launched against an adversary.
Bangladesh: Cousins kill Hindu family of 4 over drug use
In a shocking incident in Rangpur, Bangladesh, two men allegedly killed a Hindu family of four after being confronted over drug use on their rooftop.
Gangster Goldy Brar claims killing Hardeep Nijjar in leaked audio
Gangster Goldy Brar has claimed responsibility for the murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Khalistani terrorist, India Today reported.
Did Iran-linked hackers shut down a UK power plant?
A cyberattack, attributed to Iranian-linked hackers, has temporarily disabled a British power plant.
Bangladesh: Hindu family of 4, including 2 children, found dead
A retired Hindu schoolteacher, his wife, daughter, and son were found dead at their home in Rangpur city, Bangladesh.
JeM headquarters reconstructed after India's 2025 airstrike: Report
The Markaz Subhan Allah headquarters of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) in Bahawalpur, Pakistan, has been reconstructed, according to a report by India Today.
Trump calls Canada 51st state again amid trade war
United States President Donald Trump has once again called Canada the 51st state of the US amid a trade dispute.
Canada accuses US of 'trade war' over tariffs
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has accused the United States of launching a "trade war" against Canada.
Strait of Hormuz 'new US territory,' Trump says again
United States President Donald Trump has once again shared an image calling the Strait of Hormuz "NEW US Territory."
Japan: 23 injured in magnitude 5.9 earthquake
A magnitude 5.9 earthquake jolted eastern Japan, including Tokyo, early on Sunday.
India to meet entire petrol, diesel, ATF needs of Mauritius
India and Mauritius have signed a five-year agreement to strengthen their energy partnership.
Pakistan deploys 3 Army units in Rawalpindi for 'sensitive duties'
The Pakistan government has deployed three companies of the Pakistan Army in Rawalpindi for six months on "sensitive security duties."
Why Panama canal will reduce shipping from September 3
The Panama Canal, a key waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, will be reducing its daily ship traffic from September 3.
Donald Trump can continue construction of White House ballroom
The US Supreme Court has allowed President Donald Trump to continue construction of his controversial White House ballroom.
Prince William may face 'challenges' with Harry's UK return
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's decision to move back to the United Kingdom has sparked speculation about its impact on the royal family dynamics.
Russian 'double-tap' strike on Ukrainian shopping center kills 16
A Russian drone attack on a shopping center in Kryvyi Rih, central Ukraine, has left at least 16 dead and over 130 injured.
Canada says it'll match US tariffs 'dollar for dollar'
US-Canada trade talks collapsed late Friday night, setting in motion 50% tariffs on a wide array of Canadian goods. The duties took effect at midnight.
2 patrons of gurdwara stabbed in Canada's Edmonton
Two people were injured in a stabbing attack at a gurdwara in Edmonton, Canada, on Friday morning.
Prince Harry, others must pay $13M to 'Daily Mail' publisher
Prince Harry and six other high-profile individuals must pay an initial £9.54 million ($13 million) in legal costs to the publisher of Daily Mail after losing their High Court privacy case, reported BBC.
Pirates hijack 2 ships with 22 Indians off Yemen, Somalia
Two commercial vessels with 22 Indian crew members have been hijacked by armed pirates off the coasts of Yemen and Somalia.
Belgian university suspends academic who accused Jason Arday of plagiarism
Nathan Cofnas, the academic who accused Professor Jason Arday of plagiarism, has been suspended by Ghent University in Belgium.
UK, France, Germany, Italy, Canada condemn Israel's West Bank project
The United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Canada, the Netherlands and Norway have condemned Israel's decision to issue tenders for building some 1,200 settlement homes in the E1 corridor of the occupied West Bank.
Poland backs India's right to pursue terrorists across borders
Poland has expressed its support for India's right to pursue terrorists across borders.
'Medically fit': Why Imran Khan was returned to jail quickly
Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan was returned to Adiala Jail early Friday hours after a medical examination at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) in Islamabad.
Harry, Meghan Markle looking for UK house near King Charles
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are looking for a new home in the Cotswolds, a rural area near King Charles III's Highgrove House, reported Page Six.
Charter plane crashes in western Alaska, killing all 8
A chartered twin-engine Cessna plane crashed in western Alaska on Thursday, killing all eight people on board.
Lawrence Bishnoi-linked Indian man on FBI's wanted list
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has placed an Indian national, identified as "No Name Given Kamal," on its wanted list. He is accused of being part of a transnational extortion network linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi organized crime group.
Russian attack on Kyiv kills 17, spills into Moldova, Romania
A "massive" Russian attack on Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, and its surrounding region has left at least 17 dead and dozens injured.