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US astrology influencer worried about solar eclipse, kills partner, infant 

A 34-year-old astrology influencer from the United States stabbed her partner to death and threw her two children from a moving SUV because she was "worried about the end of the world with the eclipse."

11 Apr 2024

Israel

Amid labor shortage, 6,000+ Indian workers to reach Israel

More than 6,000 Indian workers will arrive in Israel during April and May to help the country's construction sector meet a labor shortage following the outbreak of the Israel-Hamas conflict.

10 Apr 2024

Switzerland

Who are elderly Swiss women who won landmark climate case

In a historic win, Europe's top human rights court ruled in favor of a group of elderly Swiss ladies who argued that their government had not done enough to tackle climate change.

Why Indian-origin students are dying in US; diaspora body explains 

The year 2024 has witnessed a disturbing surge in fatalities among Indian and Indian-origin students in the United States (US).

10 Apr 2024

Canada

No Indian interference in 2021 Canada polls: Inquiry

A recent official investigation into potential foreign interference in Canada's 2021 elections has exonerated India.

10 Apr 2024

Joe Biden

Netanyahu making a 'mistake' on Gaza, says Biden

United States President Joe Biden has publicly expressed his disapproval of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's strategy in the ongoing Gaza conflict.

09 Apr 2024

Detroit

US: Over 20 couples tie knot during total solar eclipse

Over 20 couples exchanged wedding vows during a total solar eclipse in Trenton, Ohio in the United States.

09 Apr 2024

Ohio

US: 'Missing' Indian student found dead in Ohio

A 25-year-old student from Hyderabad, Mohammed Abdul Arfath was found dead in Cleveland, Ohio in the United States.

08 Apr 2024

Narendra Modi

Maldivian leader, suspended for 'anti-India' remarks, stokes fresh row; apologizes

Mariyam Shiuna, one of three Maldivian ministers suspended earlier this year for social media posts targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has stoked a new controversy.

08 Apr 2024

Boeing

Boeing aircraft engine cover falls off mid-flight, probe ordered

Aviation authorities in the United States have initiated an inquiry following an incident where the engine cowling of a Boeing 737-800 detached during take-off, striking a wing flap.

Explained: US bird flu outbreak, concerns of next pandemic

The diagnosis of the H5N1 bird flu virus in a Texas farm worker in the United States, the second human case in the United States, has raised concerns.

07 Apr 2024

Benjamin Netanyahu

Israel withdraws all troops from southern Gaza after 184 days

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have withdrawn their ground forces from the southern part of the Gaza Strip after 184 days of conflict.

07 Apr 2024

Thailand

Thailand proposes Schengen-style visa to boost tourism: Know its significance

Thailand's Prime Minister, Srettha Thavisin, is leading discussions with Southeast Asian nations including Cambodia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Laos, and Vietnam.

07 Apr 2024

China

North Korean missile use in Ukraine sparks US deployment plans 

North Korea has been accused of allegedly supplying Russia with its latest nuclear-capable ballistic missiles, which are being used in the latter's assault on Ukraine, Bloomberg reported.

06 Apr 2024

Rajnath Singh

Pakistan reacts to Rajnath Singh's 'ghus kar marenge' warning 

Pakistan has responded to India's Defense Minister Rajnath Singh's warning that if terrorists attempt to disrupt peace in India and flee, it will enter Pakistan and kill them.

06 Apr 2024

China

Maldives thanks India for allowing limited essential exports amid tensions 

Maldivian Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer has publicly expressed gratitude to India for allowing the export of essential supplies to the Maldives for fiscal year 2024-25.

06 Apr 2024

Missouri

US: Another Indian student found dead, 10th incident this year

An Indian student studying in Ohio, United States, was found dead, the Indian Consulate in New York said on Friday.

06 Apr 2024

Iran

'Step aside': Iran to US amid preparations to attack Israel

Iran has reportedly urged the United States to "step aside" as it prepares to attack Israel over the killing of senior commanders and officers of its elite Quds Force in suspected Israeli airstrikes.

05 Apr 2024

Singapore

Children must be taught Tamil language: Singapore minister 

Singapore's Minister Indranee Rajah has emphasized the importance of the Tamil language as a mother tongue and in children's education.

05 Apr 2024

Israel

6 months of Israel-Hamas conflict: What has changed

On October 7, a group of Hamas terrorists breached the seemingly impenetrable "Iron Wall" to enter Israel, where they killed around 1,139 people.

US's bird flu outbreak '100X worse' than Covid, warn experts

The recent outbreak of bird flu, specifically Type A H5N1, in the United States has sparked concern among scientists.

04 Apr 2024

Kolkata

Kolkata graduate reaches finals of UK's most challenging TV quiz

Sourajit Debnath, a 31-year-old computational science graduate from Kolkata, has made it to the final round of 'University Challenge', one of the UK's most challenging television quiz competitions.

04 Apr 2024

Israel

Israel used AI to identify 37,000 targets associated with Hamas

Israel's military used an undisclosed AI-powered database, known as Lavender, to identify 37,000 potential targets in the recent conflict in Gaza, according to +972 Magazine, a non-profit magazine run by a group of Palestinian and Israeli journalists.

04 Apr 2024

Israel

Explained: Did Israel use AI tool to generate kill list

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) may have used an artificial intelligence (AI) tool, Lavender, to identify potential Hamas militants after the October 7 attacks.

04 Apr 2024

Canada

Canada increases permanent residency fees by 12% 

Starting April 30, the cost of securing permanent residency in Canada will rise by nearly 12 percent, as per the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

04 Apr 2024

Arvind Kejriwal

'Why only vocal on Kejriwal's arrest, not Pakistanis?': US questioned

The United States Department of State was called out on Wednesday for bias in its treatment of political arrests.

04 Apr 2024

Japan

6.3-magnitude earthquake strikes off eastern Japan

A 6.3-magnitude earthquake was reported off the eastern shores of Honshu, Japan on Thursday.

04 Apr 2024

Joe Biden

Muslim leaders decline Biden's Iftar invitation over Israel-Gaza stance

The White House had to cancel its iftar party after several Muslim community leaders declined the invitation in protest of United States President Joe Biden's support for Israel in the conflict in Gaza.

03 Apr 2024

Japan

Japan launches e-Visa system for Indian tourists

Japan has introduced a new e-Visa system for Indian tourists, which eliminates the need for physical visa stickers on passports.

03 Apr 2024

Taiwan

Explained: How prepared is Taiwan to deal with earthquakes

A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan on Wednesday morning, killing nine and injuring over 900 people. The quake was the strongest in 25 years.

03 Apr 2024

Kate Middleton

Getty Images' note sparks debate over Kate Middleton's cancer video

A recent editor's note by Getty Images on a video featuring Kate Middleton has reignited debates about its authenticity.

03 Apr 2024

Taiwan

1 dead as 7.4 magnitude earthquake hits Taiwan

At least one person was killed and dozens injured in a 7.4 magnitude earthquake that hit Taiwan on Wednesday morning, the Taipei Times reported.

02 Apr 2024

Texas

US: 2nd case of avian influenza detected in Texas

An unusual case of avian influenza, also known as H5N1, has been reported in Texas.

Toshakhana case: Pakistani court suspends Imran Khan, wife's corruption sentence

The Islamabad High Court on Monday temporarily suspended the 14-year prison sentence of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi.

01 Apr 2024

Moscow

Russian LGBTQ+ club owner detained on extremism charges

As Russia intensifies its crackdown against what it calls "extremism", authorities have arrested the owner of an LGBTQ+ club in Orenburg.

01 Apr 2024

Germany

Germany legalizes personal use of cannabis for adults

In a historic decision, Germany has legalized the personal use of cannabis for adults starting Monday.

No more red carpets at events in Pakistan: Know why

Pakistan's Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, has banned the use of red carpets for federal ministers and government figures at official events.

30 Mar 2024

Amsterdam

Tense hostage situation unfolds in Dutch town of Ede

A serious hostage situation is currently unfolding in Ede, a town located in the heart of the Netherlands.

30 Mar 2024

Shehbaz Sharif

Biden initiates direct communication with Pakistan's PM after 3 years

In a notable diplomatic development, United States (US) President Joe Biden has reportedly initiated direct communication with Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

29 Mar 2024

Arvind Kejriwal

After US, UN comments on Kejriwal's arrest, Congress's 'frozen' accounts 

A day after the United States reiterated its stance on Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's arrest, a United Nations official also issued a statement on the issue.