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China now has a drone hub near Mount Everest
China has set up a new drone research and development center in Tibet, close to Mount Everest.
900 suspected human traffickers arrested during 2026 FIFA World Cup
The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced that over 900 suspected human traffickers were arrested while 180 victims were rescued during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
9 Pakistani policemen killed in attack by Pakistani Taliban
Nine policemen were killed and 26 others injured in an attack by the Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) or the Pakistani Taliban at the Khazina Banda checkpoint in Hangu district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
India BRICS Summit likely to see presence of Putin, Xi
The upcoming BRICS Summit in New Delhi on September 12 and 13 is expected to see the attendance of Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.
Why X has suspended official accounts of Iran-linked Tasnim News
Social media giant X has suspended the official accounts of Tasnim News Agency, an Iranian media outlet with ties to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
What Trump, Netanyahu discussed behind closed doors on Iran
United States President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a closed-door meeting on Tuesday at the White House.
Russia launches missile, drone attacks across Ukraine after Trump-Zelenskyy meeting
A series of Russian missile and drone attacks on Ukraine have left eight people dead, including two children.
US strikes Iran after Trump's expletive-filled warning
The United States military has launched airstrikes in Iran, marking the first such action since President Donald Trump temporarily halted a bombing campaign to make room for negotiation to restart.
Why new US Green Card bill matters for Indians
A United States senator has reaffirmed support for a bill that could pave the way for permanent residency for immigrants, including H-1B visa holders.
3 Indians lured with cheap tour-package, then kidnapped in Thailand
Three Indian nationals were kidnapped in Pattaya, Thailand, after being lured with a cheap tour package.
France's blazes are so powerful they created fire-generated thunderstorm
Europe is witnessing a new era of mega wildfires, with blazes in southwestern France burning so intensely that they have created a fire-generated thunderstorm, experts say.
Defending 32 killings, Pakistani minister labels PoK protesters 'India-like enemies'
Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif has sparked another controversy with his recent comments on the violent crackdown on protesters in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK). He likened the protesters to "enemies like India."
Netanyahu confirms NYC visit despite mayor Mamdani's arrest threat
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed his plans to visit New York City in September, despite threats from Mayor Zohran Mamdani to arrest him over war crimes in Gaza.
Saudi-US launch strikes on Iran-backed groups in Iraq, killing 9
Saudi Arabia and the United States have launched targeted strikes on Iran-backed groups in Iraq.
13 confirmed dead after 7.1-magnitude earthquake rocks Japan
A 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck southern Japan on Tuesday, killing at least 13 people and leaving thousands without power.
13 Indians stranded on ship in Ukraine port after strikes
Thirteen Indian seafarers are currently stranded aboard the MV Amir 1, a Tanzanian-flagged cargo vessel at Ukraine's Chornomorsk port.
India faces 100% tariff as Russian sanctions bill makes headway
The majority of the US Senate has voted to advance the Russian energy sanctions legislation, with 86-12 voting in favor of moving ahead with the bill.
Japan: Multiple deaths reported after 7.1-magnitude earthquake triggers mall explosion
Multiple deaths are being reported after a shopping mall collapsed during a 7.1-magnitude earthquake in southern Japan's Kumamoto Prefecture on Tuesday.
Explainer: Why China is monitoring 'Naked Officials' with overseas families
China has a long-standing policy of monitoring officials whose families live abroad, known as "Naked Officials."
Kuwait ratifies 5-year defense pact with Pakistan
Kuwait has ratified a five-year Defence Cooperation Agreement (DCA) with Pakistan, enhancing military ties through intelligence sharing and defense technology.
Fauci doubted wet market as COVID-19 origin in early 2020
Former White House Chief Medical Adviser Dr. Anthony Fauci privately doubted that the COVID-19 outbreak started at the Wuhan wet market in January 2020, according to his diary entries released in a congressional investigation.
Netanyahu to discuss Iran's Pickaxe Mountain activity with Trump: Report
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to meet United States President Donald Trump in Washington, where he will discuss Iran's alleged nuclear activities at the Pickaxe Mountain complex.
Japan: 7.1-magnitude earthquake hits Kumamoto; tsunami warning issued
A powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake hit Kumamoto prefecture in Japan's Kyushu region on Tuesday.
Over 1,340 Indians died by suicide in Gulf countries
Between 2023 and 2025, a staggering number of Indian nationals died by suicide in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.
India rejected illegal immigrants over Nirav Modi: UK ex-minister
Former United Kingdom Home Secretary Priti Patel has claimed that India refused to accept illegal Indian immigrants from the UK due to the non-extradition of fugitive jeweler Nirav Modi.
PoK elections turn violent, leaving 19 dead amid rigging allegations
The first phase of elections in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) turned violent on Monday, leaving at least 19 dead and several injured, according to a report by Wion.
Paris: Man stabs 3 women, 2 critically injured
A man armed with two kitchen knives attacked three women in broad daylight on a busy Paris street on Monday.
Europe's wildfires may continue to burn until November
European Union officials have warned that wildfires could still be burning until early November.
Talks continue, but force remains on table: Trump warns Iran
United States President Donald Trump has warned that military action against Iran could resume if diplomatic efforts fail.
Mount Olympus makes it to UNESCO's World Heritage list
After waiting for over a decade, Mount Olympus, the mythical home of ancient Greek gods, has been added to UNESCO's World Heritage list.
Ukraine records highest civilian casualties since April 2022
This July, Ukraine has recorded the highest number of civilian casualties in its war with Russia since April 2022.
Mojtaba Khamenei not communicating with any party, family, says father-in-law
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has not been in touch with any party or individual for "specific reasons," his father-in-law Gholam-Ali Haddad-Adel said on Sunday.
Pentagon updates war casualty database; shows over 600 casualties
The Pentagon has updated its official war casualty database, revealing a significant increase in the number of troops wounded in the ongoing conflict with Iran.
Trump paused Iran military strikes to give diplomatic talks room
United States President Donald Trump has paused military strikes on Iran to give room for diplomatic talks.
Meet Karyna Shuliak, Epstein's girlfriend who could inherit $100M forture
Karyna Shuliak, a Belarusian-American dentist, could inherit up to $100 million from Jeffrey Epstein's estate.
₹44cr ransom paid, Indian-origin diamond trader abducted in Mali freed
Dhiru Ramani, a 75-year-old diamond businessman of Indian origin, has been released from captivity in Mali after his family paid a ransom of €4 million (approximately ₹44 crore).
France, Spain wildfires force 3.25L people to evacuate homes
France and Spain are grappling with massive wildfires that have forced over 325,000 people to evacuate their homes. The fires are some of the worst in history for both countries.
'True meaning of people power': Greta Thunberg hails CJP-led protest
Climate activist Greta Thunberg has expressed her support for the Cockroach Janta Party-led student protest over alleged irregularities in India's education system.
PoK elections to begin today amid violence, political unrest
Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) is all set to hold elections for its legislative assembly on Monday amid ongoing violent clashes and political unrest.
Mass shooting at Seattle food festival; 2 killed, 5 injured
A mass shooting has occurred at the Bite of Seattle food festival, near the prominent Space Needle in Seattle, United States.