White House restricts access for journalists to Press Secretary's office

The new memorandum from the National Security Council bans journalists from accessing Room 140, also known as “Upper Press,” without a prior appointment

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U.S. judge directs Trump administration to provide SNAP food aid benefits amid shutdown

A district judge ruled that the suspension of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits, known as SNAP or food stamps, starting Saturday was unlawful

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Usha not Christian, has no plans to convert: U.S. V-P Vance amid row over comments on interfaith marriage

The U.S. Vice President is facing flak over his comments regarding his interfaith marriage after saying he eventually hopes that Usha, who grew up in a Hindu household, “is somehow moved by the same thing that I was moved in by church”

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Four Republicans back Senate resolution to undo Trump's tariffs around globe

Sen. Rand Paul, a Kentucky Republican who backed Democrats on the resolutions, credited Mr. Trump for decreasing the tariffs on China, but said the result is “still much higher than we've had.” “It still will lead to increased prices,” he said.

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Palestinian militants hand over remains of two more hostages to Red Cross in Gaza

Hamas has now returned the remains of 17 hostages since the start of the ceasefire, with 11 others still in Gaza and set to be turned over under the terms of the agreement

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Ahead of COP30, UNEP flags widening climate adaptation finance gap

Developing countries will require between $310 billion and $365 billion annually by 2035 to adapt to climate change, current international public adaptation finance flows stand at $26 billion

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King Charles strips brother Andrew of titles and his mansion

A palace source said that while Andrew continued to deny the accusations against him, it was clear that there had been serious lapses of judgement

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Over 460 people killed at hospital taken by Sudanese paramilitary forces: U.N.

The city El-Fasher was taken by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces after more than 500 days of siege

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Trump approves South Korea’s plan to build nuclear-powered submarine, U.S. to share tech

U.S. nuclear submarine technology is widely regarded as some of the most sensitive and highly guarded technology the military possesses

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King Charles, Queen Camilla visit London's iconic Neasden Temple

The royals’ visit marked the 30th anniversary celebrations of BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, popularly known as Neasden Temple

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U.S. Fed cuts interest rates, nods to limits of data during shutdown; two policymakers dissent

Fed, as expected, cuts interest rates by 25 basis points; policy decision made in the absence of key government data

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North Korea touts missile tests as Trump visits South Korea

The North Korean report came hours before an expected summit between Mr. Trump and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in the city of Gyeongju, where South Korea is hosting this year's Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation meetings.

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U.S. kills 14 in strikes on alleged Pacific drug boats

In three strikes carried out Monday (October 27, 2025) in international waters, 14 “narco-terrorists” were killed and one survived, U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said, making it the deadliest day of the U.S. campaign so far

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Hurricane Melissa makes landfall in Jamaica as devastating Category-5 storm

Melissa is the strongest hurricane to hit the island since recordkeeping began 174 years ago

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Putin and North Korea's foreign minister discuss strengthening ties, KCNA says

The visit comes amid growing international concern over cooperation between the two countries

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Relationship with North Korea is developing ‘as planned’, says Putin

Russia and North Korea signed a strategic partnership agreement in 2024 that obliges either side to provide "military and other assistance" should the other be attacked

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Imprisoned mayor of Istanbul is to be questioned over espionage charges

Held in pretrial detention since March on corruption charges he denies, this was the first time Mr. Imamoglu had left Istanbul’s Marmara Prison, on the outskirts of Istanbul, in seven months.

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U.S. sanctions on Russian oil companies will not have significant impact on economy, Putin envoy says

Dmitriev made the comments on Fox News' "Special Report" program during a visit to Washington for talks with U.S. officials

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Japan’s new PM commits to higher defence spend, ties with India, Quad

Sanae Takaichi said she ‘looks forward’ to promoting the Japan-India Strategic and Global Partnership; ‘in order to promote the main pillar of Tokyo’s diplomacy, a Free and Open Indo-Pacific, India is a crucial partner,’ says an Assistant Minister

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Remembering Piyush ‘Earthy’ Pandey

The advertising industry has lost an icon, but he has left behind a body of work and a legacy that will far outlive most of us.

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India is a crucial partner on Indo-Pacific; PM Takaichi committed to building ties: Japanese Spokesperson

PM Takaichi expected to continue foreign policy of predecessors; immigration hard-line sparks concerns

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Flights cancelled, 'mega strike' disrupted as dangerous winds hit New Zealand

More than 200 flights across New Zealand were cancelled on Thursday as some urban parts of New Zealand experienced wind speeds of 140 to 160 km (87 to 100 miles) per hour

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Modi, Trump speak; U.S., India call accounts differ

Leaders extend Deepavali greetings over phone; while U.S. President says Mr. Modi conveyed decision to stop buying Russian oil and discussed India-Pakistan peace, India denies Pakistan was discussed

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Iran ratifies law to join United Nations convention against terror financing

It is unclear what the immediate economic impact would be if it were removed from the Financial Action Task Force

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Louvre robbery casts nation in 'deplorable' light, says French government

The jewellery heist sparks outrage in France, with officials admitting to security failures and critics calling it a national humiliation

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Aussie PM meets Trump with critical minerals on offer

Australia’s government will also be hoping for Donald Trump’s blessing of the 2021 agreement to equip its navy with at least three U.S. Virginia-class submarines within 15 years, and the technology to build its own vessels in the future

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Trump says India to pay ‘massive tariffs’ if it continues to buy Russian oil

“I spoke with Prime Minister Modi of India, and he said he's not going to be doing the Russian oil thing,” the U.S. President said

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Israel halts aid to Gaza ‘until further notice’ as renewed fighting tests ceasefire

The fragile ceasefire in Gaza is facing its first major test

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U.S. forces attacked drug-smuggling vessel, three killed, says Hegseth

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Passenger bus crash in northeastern Brazil leaves 17 dead

The vehicle crashed in Saloá, a city in the state of Pernambuco, and was bound for the city of Brumado, in the neighbouring state of Bahia

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U.S. returning Caribbean strike survivors to Colombia and Ecuador: Trump

The U.S. military staged a helicopter rescue for the survivors on Thursday after the strike on their semi-submersible vessel, suspected of trafficking illegal narcotics. The strike killed the other two crew members on board

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Ashley J. Tellis: Chinese whispers

The South Asia expert is now accused of keeping in his private custody around 1,000 pages of documents marked ‘TOP SECRET’ and ‘SECRET’

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U.S. has seized survivors after strike on suspected drug-carrying vessel in Caribbean

It is believed to be at least the sixth strike in the waters off Venezuela since early September, and the first to result in survivors who were picked up by the U.S. military.

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United Nations says will 'take some time' to scale back Gaza famine

The U.N. World Food Programme’s spokeswoman said 57 trucks in two convoys, carrying wheat flour and nutrition supplies, crossed in on October 16 and reached WFP’s warehouses intact, ready for distribution

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China investigating 9 top-rank military officials for corruption

Eight of the individuals were expelled from China’s ruling Communist Party, after previously serving on its elite Central Committee, Mr. Zhang said

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Russia confident of continuing energy trade with India: Deputy PM Novak

The U.S. president claimed that while India may not be able to cut the procurement immediately, the process has started.

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Trump warns Hamas 'we will have no choice but to go in and kill them' if bloodshed persists in Gaza

The warning from Trump came after he previously downplayed the internal violence in the territory since a ceasefire went into effect last week.

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Days after hosting Taliban Foreign Minister, India says ‘fully committed’ to Afghan ‘sovereignty and territorial integrity’

The statement is in the backdrop of cross-border clashes between Kabul and Islamabad earlier this week

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Syrian leader seeks reset in Russia relations in Putin meeting

Russia was a key ally of Assad during the bloody 14-year Syrian civil war, providing vital military support that kept his forces in power.

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Netanyahu in court for graft trial appearance

The Israeli premier is also subject to an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) on suspicion of ordering war crimes in his government’s assault on Hamas militants in Gaza

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Trump awards Charlie Kirk top honour amid crackdown on left-wing groups

Trump also signed a proclamation declaring October 14, 2025 — on what would have been Kirk's 32nd birthday — as a "National Day of Remembrance for Charlie Kirk."

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The evolving political dynamics in volatile Bangladesh

With the general election scheduled for February 2026, student activists and the Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami could stump the Bangladesh Nationalist Party and the Awami League

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U.S. strike on alleged drug boat off Venezuela kills six, says Trump

A roughly 30-second video, which Trump posted, appeared to show a stationary vessel in a body of water being hit with a projectile before exploding.

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China calls on Pakistan and Afghanistan to end conflict, address mutual concerns through dialogue

Recently, conflicts have occurred between Pakistan and Afghanistan, leading to tense relations, which we are deeply concerned about, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman said

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Opposition leader Ferrer leaves Cuba for U.S. exile

Ferrer, who has been imprisoned multiple times as the long-term leader of the island’s pro-democracy movement, announced this month he had opted for exile after enduring “torture” and “humiliation” behind bars

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India sends Minister to Egypt for Gaza summit

New Delhi will be represented by Minister of State for External Affairs Kirtivardhan Singh in place of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who declined the invitation from Egypt due to the short notice

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At least 44 people dead after torrential rains in Mexico

Across the country, over 320,000 users were affected by power outages caused by the heavy rains, authorities said

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Maria Corina Machado | Maduro’s foe, Trump’s friend

The right-wing politician, who has supported U.S.-led sanctions against Venezuela, has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize at a time when Washington is building up troops in the southern Caribbean Sea after declaring the government in Caracas a ‘narco-terror cartel’

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France's Macron to attend Egypt summit on Gaza peace plan on October 13

The plan, brokered by Trump along with Qatar, Egypt and Turkey, aims to establish a permanent ceasefire, secure the release of all hostages and restore full humanitarian access to Gaza, the presidency said.

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Postal Week: the postman’s cycle bell stays heard in official communication and in notes of nostalgia

As part of Postal Week, presenting two voices from Chennai, one on the nostalgic side to postal services and the value old postcards still hold at a personal and community level, and the other on the continuing relevance of the local post office in this digital world

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'Heavy clashes' at Afghanistan-Pakistan border: Taliban forces

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Rohit Gandhi + Rahul Khanna present Astride at the Deccan Derby 2025

Rohit Gandhi + Rahul Khanna’s latest couture collection channels the charged energy of racing into sculpted silhouettes and fluid drapes

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2 Indian nationals face U.S. sanctions for aiding Iran’s LPG trade

They own vessels that transported Iranian LPG to Pakistan and China, as per the U.S., which has imposed sanctions on 50 entities, individuals and vessels

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Israeli Cabinet approves 'outline' of deal to release hostages held by Hamas

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India to buy missiles worth £350 million from U.K. under new defence deal; 64 Indian firms commit to invest in the U.K.

India, U.K. sign £250 million deal on advancing cooperation on electric engines for Naval ships; 64 Indian firms commit to invest £1.3 billion in U.K.; two U.K. universities get nod to open campuses in India

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Decking up the Madurai bride

From simple zari borders to elaborate zardosi and aari work, Madurai’s bridal fashion is evolving under the skilled hands of North Indian artisans

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Israel-Hamas ceasefire LIVE: Israel, Hamas agree to ‘first phase’ of peace plan, hostage-release, Trump says

The first phase of a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas in Gaza is likely to be signed on Thursday (October 9, 2025) in Egypt

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Israel, Hamas agree to ‘first phase’ of plan to end fighting, release hostages, Trump says

Hamas plans to release all 20 living hostages this weekend, while the Israeli military will begin a withdrawal from the majority of Gaza

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U.S. lawmakers urge Trump to end tariffs against India

“These tariffs will push India to build closer relations with China and Russia”

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France's outgoing Prime Minister expects Macron to name his replacement in 48 hours

Sébastien Lecornu resigned abruptly on Monday just 14 hours after naming his Cabinet

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India edges closer to recognising Taliban as Muttaqi to arrive in Delhi for a five-day visit

India, China, Pakistan attend 10-nation Moscow Format talks that inducts Mr. Muttaqi as an “official” member for the first time, flies Taliban flag; joint statement indirectly slams U.S. bid to reclaim Bagram Air Base

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Donald Trump defends tariffs as ‘peacekeeping tools’ ahead of Canada talks

The U.S. President said he expects Mr. Carney to press him on trade imbalances as Canadian firms move operations to the U.S.

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White House says no U.S. shutdown-related layoffs yet, but warns they could come

On Capitol Hill, Republicans and Democrats showed no signs they would end the standoff any time soon.

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Hamas and Israel open talks in Egypt under Trump's Gaza peace plan

"I think Hamas has been agreeing to things that are very important... I think we're going to have a deal, U.S. President Trump said"

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Almost 1,000 trapped on Tibetan side of Mount Everest by blizzard

Some tourists on the mountain have already been brought down, a news report said

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Judge temporarily blocks Trump administration from deploying troops in Portland, Oregon

Federal Judge blocks Trump administration from deploying National Guard in Portland amid protests, ruling in state and city lawsuit

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Trump says Israel accepted ‘withdrawal line’, Hamas confirmation would trigger immediate ceasefire

After Hamas’ confirmation, Mr. Trump said a ceasefire will be effective “immediately” and a prisoner exchange will begin, setting the stage for the next phase of Israel’s withdrawal from the Palestinian

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Tony Blair | A man of many wars

The former British Prime Minister, who implemented the Blair Doctrine of ‘humanitarian interventionism’ by sending British troops to Kosovo in 1999 and to Sierra Leone, and earned public opprobrium for cheerleading the 2003 Iraq war, is set to play a key role in governing Gaza

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Government funding vote fails again in Senate as hopes fade for quick end to shutdown

Although Republicans control the White House and both chambers of Congress, the Senate's filibuster rules make it necessary for the government funding legislation to gain support from at least 60 of the 100 senators.

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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs gets four years in prison for case involving sex workers, violence

Combs was convicted in July of flying his girlfriends and male sex workers around the country to engage in drug-fueled sexual encounters, a practice that happened over many years and in different locations.

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Trump says Hamas ready for peace, tells Israel to stop bombing

“Israel must immediately stop the bombing of Gaza, so that we can get the Hostages out safely and quickly!” Mr. Trump posted on Truth Social.

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Hamas says it agrees to release all Israeli hostages under Trump’s Gaza plan

Hamas said that it accepts some elements of Trump’s peace plan, but others require further negotiation; Hamas official added that group will not disarm before the Israeli occupation ends

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Putin warns U.S. of escalation risk if it gives Ukraine Tomahawk missiles

Vladimir Putin also criticized U.S. efforts to pressure India and China into cutting energy ties with Moscow, warning that such moves could backfire economically.

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Super League Kerala Season 2: Fans and promoters of Thiruvananthapuram Kombans Football Club are rooting for their team

As Thiruvananthapuram Kombans is all set for their first game on October 5, excitement has reached fever pitch

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Taliban ‘Foreign Minister’ Muttaqi to visit India next week

Indian officials indicated that the ‘temporary exemption’ that was issued by the UN Security Council’s sanctions committee on September 30 finally firmed up the plans for Muttaqi’s India visit

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White House says firings ‘imminent’ as plan to reopen U.S. government collapses

Senate Democrats — who are demanding extended health care subsidies for low income families — refused to help the majority Republicans approve a House-passed bill that would have reopened the government

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Morocco's youth protest for fourth night, decry World Cup spending over schools, hospitals

“The right to health, education and a dignified life is not an empty slogan but a serious demand,” the organisers of the Gen Z 212 protest movement wrote in a statement published on Discord.

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