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Modi receives Kuwait's highest honor, 'The Order of Mubarak Al-Kabeer'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been conferred "The Order of Mubarak Al-Kabeer," Kuwait's highest honor.
UK assures Khalistanis of protection over 'harassment by Indian agencies'
The United Kingdom's Minister of State for Security, Dan Jarvis, has assured British Sikhs of protection against alleged harassment by Indian agencies.
Ukraine drone attack targets high-rise building in Kazan, Russia
Russia's Kazan city was targeted by a major drone attack from Ukraine on Saturday. The attack damaged a high-rise apartment building but did not cause any casualties.
Bangladesh asks India to extradite former PM Sheikh Hasina
The interim government of Bangladesh has officially sought India's help to extradite former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who has been residing in India since August 5.
Biden commutes death sentences of 37 of 40 federal inmates
United States President Joe Biden has commuted the death sentences of 37 of 40 federal death row inmates, changing their punishment to life imprisonment without parole.
Israeli spies disclose 10-year-long operation targeting Hezbollah with exploding devices
Two recently retired Israeli intelligence agents have detailed a decade-long covert operation against Hezbollah militants.
After Panama Canal, Trump wants US to buy Greenland
United States President-elect Donald Trump has once again shown interest in buying Greenland, a territory under Denmark but with autonomous rule.
What we know about Germany Christmas market attack suspect
The suspect behind the tragic car attack at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, on December 20, 2024, has been identified as Taleb al-Abdulmohsen.
Vietnam to enforce social media regulations in 'draconian' new decree
Vietnam will introduce new internet regulations, called Decree 147, from December 25.
Bashar al-Assad's wife files for divorce, unhappy in Moscow: Report
Asma al-Assad, wife of Syria's deposed president Bashar al-Assad, has reportedly filed for divorce as she is unhappy with her life in Moscow.
Trump appoints ex-staffer Katie Miller to Elon Musk-led DOGE
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed former administration official Katie Miller to the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
Why Japan has eased bear-shooting laws
Amid a sharp increase in bear encounters and attacks in populated areas, Japan will relax its hunting laws.
Brazil: Small plane crashes in Gramado, kills 10
A small plane crashed in the tourist town of Gramado, Brazil, on Sunday, killing all 10 passengers on board.
Explained: PM Trudeau's options amid leadership crisis in Canada
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is facing a major political hurdle at the moment.
Germany Christmas market attacker had issued death threats against citizens
German authorities are being criticized after a deadly car-ramming attack at a Christmas market in Magdeburg on Friday.
Jeff Bezos to marry Lauren Sanchez in $600M ceremony: Report
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and his fiancée Lauren Sanchez are reportedly planning a lavish wedding in Aspen, Colorado.
Biden administration withdraws proposed regulations on transgender athletes, student debt
The Joe Biden administration has started rolling back proposed rules on transgender athletes and student loan cancelations.
US shoots down its own navy pilots over Red Sea
Two United States Navy pilots were shot down over the Red Sea on Sunday in an "apparent case of friendly fire," the US military said.
PM Modi receives Kuwait's highest civilian honor
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded the "Order of Mubarak Al-Kabeer," Kuwait's highest civilian honor, on Sunday.
Trump appoints 'The Apprentice' producer as special envoy to UK
President-elect Donald Trump has named famous television producer Mark Burnett as the special envoy to the United Kingdom.
'No option': Airline gives passenger's first-class seat to service dog
A Delta Air Lines passenger, who was upgraded to a first-class seat, lost his cool after he was told that his seat had been given to a service dog.
'Foolishly gave…away': Trump slams ex-President Carter for Panama Canal handover
United States President-elect Donald Trump has sent a strong warning to Panama over its handling of the Panama Canal.
Trump threatens Panama Canal takeover, cites 'ridiculous' fees, Chinese influence
US President-elect Donald Trump has hinted at demanding Panama to return the Panama Canal.
Germany market attack death toll now 5; Indians among injured
The death toll from the Christmas market attack in Magdeburg, Germany, has climbed to five after a nine-year-old child died.
Nigeria: 13 killed in stampedes at Christmas charity events
At least 13 people, including four children, were killed in two separate stampedes during Christmas charity events in Nigeria on Saturday.
Modi meets 101-year-old ex-IFS officer in Kuwait after granddaughter's request
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a two-day visit to Kuwait, met 101-year-old Mangal Sain Handa, a former Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer.
Nepal's Everest region may restrict helicopter flights amid environmental concerns
The Sagarmatha National Park authorities in Nepal have proposed banning helicopter tours over the Khumbu Valley, including Mount Everest, from 2025.
What's dinga dinga, virus causing Ugandan women to 'dance' uncontrollably
A mysterious disease called "Dinga Dinga" has emerged in Uganda's Bundibugyo district, predominantly impacting women and girls.
Who is Saudi doctor arrested in Germany's Christmas market attack
A 50-year-old doctor of Saudi Arabian origin has been arrested after a speeding car rammed into a busy crowd at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, on Friday.
US removes $10M bounty on de facto Syrian leader's head
The United States has lifted a $10 million bounty on Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) leader Ahmed al-Sharaa after direct talks in Damascus.
'Incompetent fool': Musk demands German chancellor's resignation after market attack
In the wake of a deadly assault at a Christmas market in Magdeburg where a car rammed into a crowd, billionaire Elon Musk has demanded the resignation of German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.
Why Congo has filed complaints against Apple over 'conflict minerals'
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has filed legal complaints against Apple's subsidiaries in France and Belgium.
'Buy oil, gas from US or else...': Trump threatens EU
United States President-elect Donald Trump has sent a strong warning to the European Union (EU), asking it to buy more American oil and gas.
Modi on 2-day Kuwait visit, to attend Gulf Cup opening
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on a two-day official visit to Kuwait, the first by an Indian prime minister to the Gulf nation in 43 years.
3 Hindu temples attacked, idols vandalized in Bangladesh; 1 arrested
Three Hindu temples in Bangladesh's Mymensingh and Dinajpur districts have been vandalized, with eight idols damaged over the last two days, news agency PTI reported.
'This....government's time is up': Trudeau's key ally turns against him
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's job is on the line as the New Democratic Party (NDP) plans to table a no-confidence motion against his minority Liberal government.
US House passes bill to prevent government shutdown
The United States House of Representatives has passed a bill to avert a government shutdown.
Suspected terror-attack in German Christmas market kills 2, 68 injured
A car plowed into a crowd at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, on Friday evening, killing two and injuring at least 68 others.
Sydney's iconic New Year's Eve fireworks risk cancellation; know why
Sydney's famous New Year's Eve fireworks are at risk of being canceled this year due to rail union strikes.
Putin calls for 'more passionate, engaging' alternatives to porn
Russian President Vladimir Putin has pushed for the creation of "interesting and more passionate" content as an alternative to pornography.