U.S. imposes sanctions on four Venezuelan oil firms, four more tankers in Maduro crackdown

The action is part of the Trump administration's monthslong pressure campaign on Maduro

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U.S. military strikes three more alleged drug boats, killing three and possibly leaving survivors

The military said three people were killed when the first boat was struck, while people in the other two boats jumped overboard and distanced themselves from the vessels before they were attacked

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Pope asks that Rome welcome foreigners as he closes out 2025

Pope Leo XIV has closed out 2025 with a prayer that the city of Rome might be a welcoming place for foreigners and fragile people young and old

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The India-New Zealand FTA — unlocking growth

The free trade agreement reflects confidence in India as a resilient player in international trade and also a reliable economic partner

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Hundreds in Somalia march against Israel recognition of Somaliland

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Former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua involved in a car accident in Nigeria

The accident occurred on a major thoroughfare linking Ogun state, a nearby city, to Lagos, the country's economic center

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Trump, Netanyahu meet in Florida to discuss Gaza, Iran

The two leaders also discussed Iran, with Trump saying that if Tehran rebuilt its nuclear facilities the United States would “knock them down.

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Mindless bombing: On the U.S. and Nigeria bombings

Trump’s military strikes and religious rhetoric will worsen situation in Nigeria

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Myanmar pro-military party claims huge lead in junta-run poll

At the last poll in 2020, the USDP was trounced by Aung San Suu Kyi's National League for Democracy (NLD), which was dissolved after the coup and did not appear on December 28 ballots.

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Trump welcomes Zelenskyy for talks, asserts Russia and Ukraine both want peace, however elusive

Before Mr. Zelenskyy arrived, Mr. Trump spoke with Russia’s Putin by phone for more than an hour, and planned to speak with him again soon after

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Nasry Asfura: Angry tide in Honduras

The construction magnate from the right-wing National Party, who was endorsed by U.S. President Donald Trump, clinched a narrow victory in the Latin American nation

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Tarique Rahman: The ‘prince’ who came in from the cold

The acting chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, who returned to the country from a self-imposed exile in London, sends a message of inclusion as the nation, rocked by protests and mob violence, is preparing for its first post-Hasina elections

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True power of Bangladesh always lies in its people, when united, says Tarique Rahman

Rahman said his plan was for “all Bangladeshis — a united, inclusive Bangladesh, a Bangladesh that moves forward together”

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Man dead, two police officers hurt in shooting during custody exchange in North Carolina

Authorities say a man has been killed and two police officers hurt after a shooting during a child custody exchange in North Carolina

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Israel becomes first country to formally recognise Somaliland as independent state

Israel would ​seek immediate cooperation with Somaliland in agriculture, health, technology and the economy

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U.S. launches strike against Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria

The U.S. military's Africa Command said on ​X the strike was conducted ⁠at the request of Nigerian authorities and killed multiple ISIS militants

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Mob kills minority Hindu man, interim government blames ‘terror’ activities by victim

The deceased, identified as Amrit Mondal, had allegedly formed a criminal gang and was involved in extortion and other criminal activities

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A seven-course Christmas meal at a Coonoor cafe

Coonoor’s Cafe Diem rings in the festivities with a seven-course meal, complete with blueberry ravioli, artichoke pizzas, and moringa falafel

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India expresses concern over demolition of Hindu deity’s statue in Thailand-Cambodia conflict

MEA spokesperson said such “disrespectful” acts hurt sentiments of followers around the world, even as it urged both Thailand and Cambodia to resolve their border dispute through dialogue and diplomacy

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Trump-backed candidate Nasry Asfura declared winner of Honduras' presidential vote

Mr. Asfura, of the conservative National Party, received 40.27% of the vote in the Nov 30 election, edging out four-time candidate Salvador Nasralla of the conservative Liberal Party, who finished with 39.53% of the vote

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Discovery of a million more potential Epstein documents delays further releases

Releases so far have contained extensive redactions, angering ‌some Republicans and doing little to ‌defuse a scandal threatening the party ahead of the 2026 midterm ‍elections

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Dhaka braces for return of BNP leader ahead of polls

BNP acting chairman and son of former PM Khaleda Zia, Tarique Rahman, to arrive on December 25 after nearly 18 years in exile in the U.K.; he is scheduled to address party members, visit ailing mother

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Dhaka summons Indian envoy after protests at Bangladesh High Commission

Hundreds approach Bangladesh embassy, protest against lynching of Dipu Das, demand safety of Hindus; Dhaka calls for probe and says ‘premeditated violence’ against diplomatic missions ‘undermines’ mutual respect

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UN says Myanmar junta using ‘brutal violence’ to force people to vote

Myanmar’s junta is set to preside over voting starting December 27, touting heavily restricted polls as a return to democracy five years after it ousted the last elected government, triggering civil war

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Netanyahu sought a plan to evade October 7 attack responsibility: ex-aide

A former close aide to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says that immediately following the Hamas attack on Oct. 7, 2023, he was ordered to figure out how the premier could evade responsibility for the security breach

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Trump says it would be 'smart' for Venezuela's Maduro to leave power

Well, I ⁠think it probably would... That’s up to him what he wants to do. I think it’d be smart for him to do that. But again, we’re gonna ​find out, says U.S. President Donald Trump

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Clashes flare as top Turkish officials visit Syria ahead of a deadline for Kurdish integration

Atleast two civilians were killed and 15 were wounded by shelling, and that dozens of families fled two neighbourhoods of the northern Syrian city of Aleppo, which has seen previous outbreaks of violence

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Pakistan Navy gets second MILGEM class ship made by Turkiye

Turkiye President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Pakistan's Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf attended the commissioning ceremony

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Bangladesh police say no specific information yet on prime suspect in youth leader Hadi killing

The IGP cautioned that criminals often spread rumours about their whereabouts; also said no concrete evidence has yet emerged linking any political party to the murder

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Head of Nobel-awarding Swedish Academy resigns

As of June 1, 2026, Academy member Ingrid Carlberg, an author and journalist, will take over as permanent secretary

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At least 16 files have disappeared from DOJ webpage for documents related to Jeffrey Epstein

The missing files included images of paintings depicting nude women

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The Pinochet fan

Chile’s next President, its most right-wing leader since the Pinochet era and an admirer of the dictator, promises a Trump-style approach to governance

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U.S. Justice Department releases thousands of records in Epstein case, including photos, call logs

Among the thousands of records released by the Justice Department are photos, call logs, grand jury testimony and interview transcripts; many of the documents have been redacted and at least some have already been in the public domain.

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India and Italy: a shared language of craft, stone and design

At the Venice Biennale, designers Matteo Cibic, Paola Marpillero, and Rooshad Shroff discussed how heritage materials inform contemporary design

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Bangladesh violence: UN rights chief calls for end to revenge attacks in Bangladesh

“The government urges all citizens of Bangladesh to resist all forms of mob violence committed by a few fringe elements. We strongly and unequivocally condemn all acts of violence, intimidation, arson, and destruction of properties,” Mohammad Yunus said

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Democrats release dozens more new images from Jeffrey Epstein estate

“Oversight Democrats will continue to release photographs and documents from the Epstein estate to provide transparency for the American people,” said California Representative Robert Garcia, top Democrat on the Oversight Committee

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From snakes to tigers: Ishan Shanavas talks about his debut book and wildlife passion

Blending personal experiences, conservation, and lyrical prose, 22-year-old naturalist Ishan Shanavas reflects on a childhood shaped by the wild that inspired his bestselling debut book The Light of Wilder Things

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Eyeing polls, Khaleda Zia’s self-exiled son Tarique Rahman plans return to Bangladesh after 17 years

The demand for Mr. Rahman’s return has been strong especially as his mother, former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, has been hospitalised for weeks because of worsening health condition.

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Two more Indians killed in Russia-Ukraine war zone, bodies arrive at Delhi airport

The deceased, Ajay Godara and Rakesh Kumar, had gone to Russia on student visa but were allegedly enlisted in the Russian Army after being misled by agents who promised them work as cleaners and helpers

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The Oscars will move to YouTube in 2029, leaving longtime home of ABC

Starting in 2029, YouTube will retain global rights to streaming the Oscars through 2033.

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The three revolutions reshaping American power

The central thread around the internal, external and economic policies is an ‘architecture of cruelty’, where harm is anticipated, normalised, and strategically deployed

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PM Modi conferred with Ethiopia’s highest honour by PM Abiy Ahmed of Ethiopia

Prime Minister Modi was conferred with the award for his contribution towards strengthening India-Ethiopia partnership and for his visionary leadership as a global statesman, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement in New Delhi.

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Thailand says Cambodia must announce ceasefire 'first' to stop fighting

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet said his country supported the ceasefire initiative of Malaysia, chair of the ASEAN regional bloc, with Washington’s participation.

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Top Indian arms makers held rare meetings in Russia on potential joint ventures, sources say

The talks in Moscow were held on the sidelines of a visit by an Indian defence-industrial delegation on October 29-30, headed by India’s Defence Production Secretary Sanjeev Kumar

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Trump sues BBC for defamation over editing of January 6 speech

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U.S. officials say Washington has agreed to give Ukraine security guarantees in peace talks

In a statement, European leaders in Berlin said they and the U.S. committed to work together to provide “robust security guarantees,” including a European-led “multinational force Ukraine” supported by the U.S.

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A thank-you note to Bengaluru

Shoba Narayan’s Namma Bangalore 2.0: Culture, Coding, Cuisine, Creativity (Rupa), a sequel to her best-selling Namma Bangalore: The Soul of a Metropolis, tells a reader how to be a Bengalurean

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Chile's leftist candidate concedes defeat to ultra-conservative Kast in presidential runoff

Vowing a harsh security crackdown to address heightened fears about uncontrolled immigration and crime, Jose Antonio Kast's popularity has surged in recent months.

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Australia to mourn Bondi Beach shooting with flags at half-mast: PM

“Flags will fly at half-mast across the country today as we pay our respects to all those lost and all those injured,” Anthony Albanese said.

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America, First in the World

The document outlining the foreign policy thinking of the second Trump administration says the U.S. should not be seeking global dominance or trying nation-building in other countries; it seeks strategic stability with Russia, a new balance of power with China, and new terms of engagement with Europe.

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20,000 Myanmar soldiers and 200 officials deserted, says former Army officer who sought refuge in India

Capt. Kaung Thu Win urges India to convey to Myanmar’s military that the “people of Myanmar have rejected the election” that will take place on December 28

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Iran seizes oil tanker in Gulf of Oman: Report

An oil tanker carrying six million litres of contraband diesel fuel has been boarded off the coast of the Sea of Oman

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The Hindu Lit For Life Unplugged: Samanth Subramanian spotlights undersea cables that power the internet

As a part of The Hindu Lit for Life Unplugged event, author Samanth Subramanian delved deep into the seas to discuss his latest book The Web Beneath The Waves

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Ukraine says it hit Yaroslavl oil refinery, sources say output suspended

Units of the Ukrainian Defence Forces have struck the capacity of the Slavneft-YANOS oil refinery in Russia’s Yaroslavl region, the Ukrainian military’s General Staff wrote on Facebook

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Crypto mogul Do Kwon gets 15 years for misleading investors who lost big in stablecoin crash

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Gas explosion in San Francisco Bay Area damages homes, 6 taken to hospitals

Dramatic video footage showed a home in the city of Hayward sitting under a blue sky when it suddenly exploded, spewing jagged wood and other debris into the air as heavy smoke billowed

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Putin calls Maduro, Lukashenko meets Venezuela envoy as Trump cranks up pressure

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko on Thursday held his second meeting in 17 days with Jesus Rafael Salazar Velazquez, the Venezuelan Ambassador to Moscow

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Two student advisers to Bangladesh’s interim government resign ahead of poll schedule announcement

Mr. Bhuiyan was the adviser in charge of the Ministry of Youth and Sports as well as the Ministry of Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives, while Mahfuj Alam served as adviser to the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.

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U.S. to start social media vetting for H-1B and H4 visa seekers

The latest announcement on vetting social media activities has added another layer to the grant of H1-B visa seekers that is expected to prolong the waiting time for fresh applicants

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Daughter of Venezuela's Machado picks up Nobel peace prize in her absence

In a call with the chair of the Nobel Committee, Jorgen Watne Frydnes, published just before the ceremony, Maria Corina Machado said she was “very sad and very sorry” that she would not make it in time but was on her way to Oslo

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Germany's Merz: Europe must become less dependent on United States

"I see no need for the Americans to now want to save democracy in Europe”

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Kremlin says still no word on U.S.-Ukraine talks in Florida

For the moment, we don’t know the outcome of talks between the Ukrainians and the Americans in Florida, says Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov

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100 abducted Nigerian children handed over to state officials

The children — many wearing football jerseys and girls in long robes — were driven to the Niger State Government House in white buses escorted by a dozen military vans and armoured vehicles

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Myanmar election should be ‘free, fair and inclusive’: India

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Death toll rises to 5 after explosion outside a police station in Mexico’s Michoacán state

The number of victims killed in an explosion outside a police station in the western Mexican state of Michoacán over the weekend has risen to five

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U.S. envoy says Ukraine peace deal is close but Moscow says it wants radical changes

U.S. Special Envoy for Ukraine Keith Kellogg said the two main outstanding issues were on territory — primarily the future of the Donbas — and the future of Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, Europe’s largest, which is under Russian control

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At least 18 migrants killed as inflatable boat sinks south of Greek island of Crete; 2 rescued

The half-sunken boat was located on Saturday by a passing Turkish merchant vessel, authorities said. Two survivors were rescued and a rescue operation to find more was ongoing.

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Cartel de los Soles | Mission Maduro

The U.S decision to designate the alleged cartel a foreign terrorist organisation is aimed at strengthening its case for military action in Venezuela

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Frank Gehry, the most celebrated architect of his time, dies at 96

Gehry died on December 5 in his home in Santa Monica after a brief respiratory illness, said Meaghan Lloyd, chief of staff at Gehry Partners LLP

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The making of neurodivergent artists

Around the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (December 3), tracking one day in the life of three organisations in Chennai, two of which foster artistic creativity among children and young adults with special needs. And the third one brings saleability to their artworks

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FIFA gives President Donald Trump Peace Prize in departure from its traditional focus on sport

“This is truly one of the great honours of my life,” U.S. President Donald Trump said.

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U.S. prioritises visas for people traveling to attend World Cup, 2028 Olympics, or to make ‘significant investments’

At the same time, the Trump administration has added new criteria for highly skilled foreign workers seeking a particular visa

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U.S. expanding list of countries on travel ban to more than 30: Homeland Security Secretary Noem

As of now 19 countries are covered as part of the travel ban

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Pakistan formally appoints Asim Munir as first Chief of Defence Forces

President Asif Ali Zardari approved the summary submitted by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, formally asking him to appoint Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) Asim Munir as the first CDF of Pakistan

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Trump says Putin wants to end war, U.S. to hold new talks with Ukraine

Donald Trump’s envoy Steve Witkoff and son-in-law Jared Kushner huddled into the early hours with Mr. Putin in the Kremlin but reached no breakthrough on halting Europe’s worst conflict since World War II

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Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Yunus visits critically ill ex-PM Khaleda Zia

The Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus stayed at the hospital for nearly half an hour and urged her family, party leaders and activists to keep patience

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Explore Goa’s cultural legacy at Heritage First Festival

The festival is curated by Heritage First Goa, founded by author Heta Pandit, Jack Ajit Sukhija and Snigdha Manchanda, which aims to preserve and promote Goa’s built, natural and cultural heritage

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Sudan's RSF paramilitary says it took control of strategic West Kordofan town

On December 2, the army denied that the RSF had taken the entire town, and accused its rivals of continuing attacks on Babanusa despite RSF commander Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo’s announcement of a unilateral ceasefire

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BLA bomber targets Pakistan paramilitary headquarters

At least four persons, including North Waziristan Assistant Commissioner, and two policemen, were killed when militants ambushed his vehicle in Pakistan’s northwestern Province Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Dec 2, police said.

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International community pledges support as cyclone toll in Sri Lanka climbs to 390

According to an initial assessment by the UN, over 15,000 homes have been destroyed, more than 200 roads remain inaccessible, and sections of the rail network and national power grid have been affected

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Rubio says ‘more work’ required after U.S.-Ukraine talks in Florida

The talks in Florida come as Kyiv faces mounting military and political pressure, along with the fallout from a domestic corruption scandal

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Pakistan rejects ‘misplaced apprehensions’ of UN rights chief about 27th constitutional amendment

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk said the “hastily adopted” amendments undermined judicial independence and raised concerns about military accountability

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Australian Prime Minister Albanese becomes first ever to marry in office

Anthony Albanese is the first Prime Minister to marry while in office in the 124-year history of the Australian federal government

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The Durand Line: Fragile frontier

The colonial-era boundary, which Afghanistan doesn’t recognise today, remains a source of contention between Kabul and Islamabad

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British playwright Tom Stoppard dies at 88

Tom Stoppard had won an Academy Award for the screenplay for 1998's “Shakespeare In Love”

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Trump says Venezuela anti-drug operations ‘by land’ to begin ‘soon’

The U.S. military has carried out a series of air strikes against boats it claims were trafficking drugs in international waters, without offering evidence to back up its claims

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This Changed My Life | Actor Rohini reflects on grief, optimism, and her zeal for acting

Actor Rohini who has acted in several Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam films speaks speaks about how her mother’s death impacted her life. Having gotten past a difficult childhood where acting was not a choice but an imposition, Rohini speaks of finding her dramatic flair, her philosophy that revolves around happiness, and her escape from cinema’s imposing male gaze

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Zelenskyy's chief of staff resigns as Ukraine corruption investigations widen

Mr. Yermak has been Ukraine's lead negotiator in peace talks with Russia and the United States. He has also been a trusted confidante of Mr. Zelenskyy's for years

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Trump announces death of one National Guard member shot near White House

“The other young man, is fighting for his life. He’s in very bad shape,” Mr. Trump said as he addressed the troops.

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‘Hip-Hop is about owning your identity’ : MC Couper

The Malayali rapper talks about the art of hip-hop and his latest track ‘Dayumm’

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Guinea-Bissau soldiers announce General as junta leader, cementing coup days after election

The Opposition alleges that deposed President Umaro Sissoco Embaló had fabricated the coup to avoid an election defeat in Sunday's (November 23, 2025) closely contested presidential vote

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A Hundred Hands celebrates 15th edition with motif themed showcase

A Hundred Hands is highlighting Indian motifs for their 15th edition of Festival of Handmade, which commences this week

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There is absolute poverty in Gaza: UNCTAD

The West Bank is experiencing its sharpest economic downturn on record, driven by movement restrictions, insecurity, and loss of productive capacity.

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All 24 school girls abducted from Kebbi in Nigeria rescued, says President

The girls were abducted on November 17, and police at the time had said 25 were taken, but a statement on November 25 quoted President Tinubu as saying that all 24 of the students were rescued

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Four more arrested in $102 million Louvre jewel heist, says Paris prosecutor

The two men and two women taken into custody are from the Paris region and range in age from 31 to 40; DNA from three of them has been found at the scene or on items linked to the robbery

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10 kidnapped as mass abductions shake Nigeria

Last week, armed gangs also seized more than 300 children from a Catholic school in Nigeria’s north-central Niger state, 25 schoolgirls from another school in the northwestern state of Kebbi, and 13 girls in the eastern state of Borno

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Fifth edition of the Green Literature Festival to be held in Bengaluru

Some of the sessions this year include an address by writer Sujatha Padmanabhan on her experiences in Ladakh, a conversation between journalists Priti David, Arathi Menon and Chintan Girish Modi on environmental journalism, a presentation by Pankaj Sekhsaria, the author of Island on Edge: The Great Nicobar Crisis and a panel discussion on eco-fiction.

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Viola Fletcher, oldest survivor of 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, dies at 111

Her grandson Ike Howard said that she died surrounded by family at a Tulsa hospital

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U.S. Judge dismisses criminal cases against James Comey, Letitia James

Judge dismisses the cases citing “illegal prosecutor” appointment by Trump administration to the indict former FBI director and New York attorney general

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Rubio says Ukraine meeting in Geneva ‘probably best so far’

Andriy Yermak, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s Chief of Staff, said the meeting had been “a very productive first session with the distinguished American delegation”

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Marjorie Taylor Greene | Faith against mountain

The Congresswoman from Georgia, who clashed with Trump, announced she would be quitting the House, formalising the split in the MAGA movement

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Women’s T20 World Cup for the Blind | Ear to the ground, young women chase cricketing dreams

The series, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, began earlier this month with six teams — India, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Australia, and the U.S. — playing qualifying matches in New Delhi and Bengaluru

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All States must refrain from threat or use of force to seek territorial acquisition: G-20 declaration

In a clear reference to Russia, Israel and Myanmar, without naming them, the declaration said that in line with the UN Charter, "all states must refrain from the threat or use of force to seek territorial acquisition..."

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Trump says he had a ‘very productive meeting’ with Mamdani

“We’ve just had a great... very productive meeting. We have one thing in common. We want this city of ours that we love to do very well,” Mr. Trump said in the Oval Office

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Islamist rebels kill 89 civilians in east DR Congo: UN

The MONUSCO mission said in a statement that the ADF waged “particularly deadly” attacks between November 13 and 19 at several locations around the Lubero area in North Kivu

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ICG apprehends Bangladeshi boat with 28 crew members for illegal fishing in Indian waters

This is the fourth such apprehension in a week, highlighting the Coast Guard’s sustained efforts to curb illegal fishing and safeguard India’s maritime interests

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U.S. authorises export of advanced American semiconductors to companies in Saudi, UAE

The two companies are G42, which is a state-run AI company based in Abu Dhabi, and Humain, which is a Saudi government-backed AI venture

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Reset with Riyadh: On U.S.-Saudi Arabia ties

The United States seems to have de-hyphenated Saudi Arabia and Israel in its West Asia plans

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Israeli strikes hit Lebanon after evacuation warnings

Israel’s military said Wednesday (November 19, 2025) that it had struck “several weapons storage facilities belonging to Hezbollah’s rocket unit in southern Lebanon”, calling such sites “a violation of the understandings between Israel and Lebanon”

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U.S. lawmakers vote for Epstein files release after Trump U-turn

Mr. Trump had put allies in Congress under intense pressure not to make the material public, but the Republican leader threw in the towel over the weekend as it became clear that much of his party was poised to defy him

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Trump defends Saudi Crown Prince over journalist Khashoggi’s murder

Mr. Trump described Khashoggi as “extremely controversial,” adding “a lot of people didn’t like that gentleman that you’re talking about, whether you like him or didn’t like him, things happened, but he (the prince) knew nothing about it”

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Trump backs tougher action on drug cartels in Mexico and Colombia

Mr. Trump has intensified his campaign against maritime drug trafficking, authorising more forceful interdiction operations and giving U.S. forces expanded authority to disable or sink vessels suspected of carrying narcotics

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In 2024-25, India remained leading place of origin of international students in U.S.: Report

The U.S. State Department sponsored report showed that total international students in U.S. went up by 5% in 2024-24, and new enrolments went down by about 7%

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45 from Telangana killed in Saudi Arabia bus crash

The bus had stopped by the roadside when the oil tanker crashed into it, resulting in the explosion; Saudi authorities were investigating the circumstances leading to the incident

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Germany cancels auction of Holocaust artifacts after backlash

Poland’s Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski made the comments on the X platform, saying he and German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul “agreed that such a scandal must be prevented”

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Nepal’s Election Commission publishes election schedule

The candidates will have to file nomination for the election to the House of Representatives from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on January 20, according to a notice published by the Election Commission of Nepal

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The South at the centre

As the U.S. withdraws and Europe falters, the Global South, led by Brazil, steps up with bold initiatives linking climate goals to economic growth

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​Tepid relief: On the end of the shutdown in the U.S.

The ending of the shutdown does not preclude other crises

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Greenland limits foreigners' right to property

The new legislation means only people and companies from Greenland, the Faroe Islands and Denmark will be allowed to buy property and land-use rights in Greenland

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Amoral embrace: On the U.S. and the Syrian President

The U.S. appears to have given a free pass to Sharaa in Syria

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Pakistan grants lifetime immunity to President, current Army Chief

The changes grant Army Chief Asim Munir, promoted to field marshal after Pakistan’s clash with India in May, command over the Army, Air Force and the Navy; he and other top military brass will enjoy lifelong protections.

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U.S. House returns for vote to end government shutdown after nearly 2 months away

Democrats seized on the opportunity to cast Republicans as going on vacation while the federal workforce went without paychecks, travellers experienced airport delays and food assistance benefits expired

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Adelita Grijalva sworn in as House's newest member, paving way for Epstein files vote

The seating of Adelita Grijalva brings an end to a weekslong delay that she and other Democrats said was intended to prevent her signature on the Epstein petition

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Violence mounts in Bangladesh ahead of verdict in Hasina trial

Prosecutors have sought the death penalty for her alleged role in ordering the violent suppression of last year’s student-led “July Uprising,” which eventually toppled her government on August 5, 2024

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Saudis say ‘thank you’ to expatriates with India Week

The ‘Global Harmony’ initiative aims at giving back to the communities for whom Saudi Arabia is a second home

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The problem with Vance’s conversion wish

American democracy was designed to separate the state from the church. Its leaders are now blurring the lines

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Thieves steal Roman statues from Syria’s national museum

After the civil war started in March 2011, security was improved with metal gates and surveillance cameras, and authorities moved hundreds of artifacts to Damascus from around the country

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Canadian-Hungarian-British writer David Szalay wins Booker Prize for fiction with his novel 'Flesh'

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India airlifts 197 citizens who worked in Myanmar cybercrime hub from Thailand

The Indian embassy in Thailand said Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul came to Mae Sot to oversee the operation; Mr. Charnvirakul had expressed his government’s determination to stem the cyber fraud centres of Myanmar

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Celebrating a sage king, a celebration of India-Bhutan ties

Jigme Singye Wangchuck, who turns 70 today, has helped nurture both the modernisation of the mountain kingdom and its relations with India

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U.S. airlines' daily cancellations top 2,000 for first time since shutdown cuts began

The government has been short of air traffic controllers for years, and multiple presidential administrations have tried to convince retirement-age controllers to remain on the job

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Pakistan Navy Chief arrives in Dhaka to bolster Defence Cooperation

Bangladesh-Pakistan ties witnessed a rapid development after the ouster of deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s Awami League regime on August 5, 2024, in a student-led street protest called the July Uprising

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Britain's BBC boss Tim Davie resigns following criticism over Trump documentary edit

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America’s Mamdani moment

Zohran Mamdani’s victory in New York, a city with a budget of over $100 billion and a population larger than that of 40 U.S. States, demonstrates that the political movement has transcended niche activism to achieve mainstream electoral viability

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44 Indians serving in Russian military; India once again urges Moscow to release them

Mr. Jaiswal said India has taken up the matter with Russian authorities and urged them to release the Indians at the "earliest and also to put an end to this practice"

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Economics and a Mamdani model, Big Apple style

An ideal Mamdani model is one that focuses on the architecture of inclusion, by making welfarism fiscally honest and micro-economically careful

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U.S. military to establish presence at Damascus airbase, sources say

The U.S. plans for the presence in the Syrian capital, which have not previously been reported, would be a sign of Syria’s strategic realignment with the U.S. following the fall last year of long-time leader Bashar al-Assad, an ally of Iran.

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This feast in the paddy fields of South Goa celebrates local harvest and traditions

The Feast in the Fields event has a curated meal by Chef Ralph Prazeres, and is a mix of good food, company, and feni cocktails by homegrown brands

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Israel declares Egypt border area closed military zone due to weapon-smuggling drones

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz says they ‘declare war’ on those involved in the weapon smuggling, and that anyone who breaches ‘the forbidden area will be targeted’

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Typhoon Kalmaegi leaves 114 dead, 127 missing in Philippine province still recovering from quake

Central Vietnam, still reeling from days of record rain that triggered flash floods and landslides, was bracing for more pounding rain as Kalmaegi nears

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A guide to fun desserts in Chennai: Try shaved snow, Dubai chocolate ice cream bars, pillow brioche and more

Craving dessert in Chennai? We pick four spots that have unique dessert offerings; from Malaysia’s ondeh ondeh, to pillowy brioche bread and adventurous ice cream flavours that include garlic, pani puri, green chilli, taro, and more

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Satellite images suggest evidence of mass burials ongoing in Sudan's el-Fasher

The images of el-Fasher come as the two-year war grinds on in Sudan despite growing international outrage, with local media and the United Nations reporting a drone strike targeting a funeral in another city called el-Obeid, killing at least 40 people

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Mexico President Caludia Sheinbaum groped by drunk man as she addresses citizens on the street

Ms. Sheinbaum was firm in emphasising that this was not the first time she had suffered such harassment and that the problem went far beyond the President

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U.N. Secretary-General warns that war in Sudan is 'spiraling out of control'

The RSF besieged el-Fasher for 18 months, cutting off much of the food and other supplies needed by tens of thousands of people. Last week, the paramilitary group seized the city

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PKK leader Ocalan urges progress in Turkish peace process

Last month the PKK announced it was withdrawing its last fighters in Turkey to northern Iraq, thus completing the first phase of the peace process initiated a year earlier

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U.S. could hike tariffs if China backtracks on rare earths: Treasure Secretary Bessent

Mr. Bessent also accused previous U.S. governments of being “asleep at the switch” as Beijing spent years putting together its rare earths strategy

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Fears grow for thousands trapped in Sudan's el-Fasher as few reach safety

The Rapid Support Forces took control of the western Darfur region last week, after ousting the rival Sudanese Army from the city that was besieged for 18 months

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Red Cross received remains of 3 hostages in Gaza, will be handed to Israel's military

Health officials in Gaza have struggled to identify bodies without access to DNA kits. Only 75 of the 225 Palestinian bodies returned since the ceasefire began have been identified

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Trump says China's Xi assured him that he won't take action on Taiwan during Republican's term

Asked if he would order U.S. forces to defend Taiwan if China attacked, Mr. Trump demurred

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Two arrested after multiple people stabbed on U.K. train, police say

Prime Minister Keir Starmer posted on X that the "appalling incident" was deeply concerning

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How do scam hubs in Southeast Asia operate? | Explained

What are scam centres and how do they function? What is ‘pig butchering’? How has Myanmar’s civil war contributed to the mushrooming of these centres? What is the role of Cambodia’s Huione Group in enabling such scam centres? Why does India face a dual impact?

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Shooting on Greek island of Crete leaves 2 dead, at least 6 injured

The incident appears to be the latest episode in a long-running feud between two local families, according to local media, and comes after an explosion on Friday night at a house under construction

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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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Italy to end support for Gaza flotilla as Israeli action looms

Flotilla spokesperson says Israeli attack expected overnight; Italy ship to stop following convoy as it gets closer to Gaza

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Pfizer agrees to lower prescription drug costs for Medicaid in deal with Trump

In May, Trump issued an executive order that gave drugmakers 30 days to electively lower prices or face new limits on what the government will pay.

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Director Sanju Surendran on the big win at the Busan International Film Festival 2025 for his film, ‘Khidki Gaav’

The film, starring Roshan Abdul Rahoof and Bhanu Priyamvada, is about a Malayali live-in couple in Delhi and the challenges they face. It won Hylife Vision Award at the festival

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Two railway links to offer easy connectivity to Bhutan

Kokrajhar-Gelephu and Banarhat-Samtse lines will run to a total distance of 89 km; they will be developed at a cost of ₹4,033 crore; Railway Minister says project will boost economy, tourism

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White House releases Gaza peace plan as Trump meets Netanyahu

Once all hostages are released, Israel will release 250 Palestinians serving life sentences and 1,700 Gazans who were detained after the start of the war on October 7, 2023, the plan said.

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Netanyahu calls Qatar PM to apologise for Israeli strike targeting Hamas officials in Doha

The White House said Netanyahu expressed regret for Israel violating Qatari sovereignty and “affirmed that Israel will not conduct such an attack again in the future.”

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Trump hints at ‘something special’ in West Asia talks

U.S. President Trump said that “all are on board for something special” in Middle East, with Netanyahu’s visit to White House and plan for Gaza peace

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Acetaminophen | Spectacle of blame

Scientists and obstetric groups have objected Trump administration’s claims that the drug ‘causes’ autism when used during pregnancy

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Russia says seized three villages in east Ukraine

Ukraine said an overnight Russian barrage killed one person and wounded 12 in the southeastern Kherson region, and damaged railways in the neighboring Odesa region

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U.S. rejects WHO non-communicable diseases declaration: Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

The World Health Organization has said the "new, ambitious and achievable" declaration will lay out a roadmap for the prevention and control of non-communicable diseases and the promotion of mental health and wellbeing towards 2030 and beyond

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The turmoil in Kathmandu, the road ahead for Nepal

The goal should be to ensure fair elections so that the political gains of the last two decades towards a more democratic and inclusive Nepal are not squandered

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U.K. court drops terror case against Kneecap rapper

Belfast-based lawyer Darragh Mackin, representing the Kneecap member, said the case was “always a political persecution masquerading as a prosecution”

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Microsoft disables services to Israel defence unit after review

Media reported that an Israeli military surveillance agency used Microsoft’s Azure to store large volumes of mobile phone call recordings from Palestinians

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Israeli forces kill 15 Palestinians: Gaza civil defence

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Man arrested in U.K. over alleged cyberattack that affected European airports

The U.K.'s National Crime Agency said the suspect was held in West Sussex on September 23 on suspicion of offenses involving the misuse of computers and was released on conditional bail.

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NATO warns Russia 'must stop' air violations on eastern flank

"Russia bears full responsibility for these actions, which are escalatory, risk miscalculation and endanger lives. They must stop," NATO's 32 member states said in a statement.

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Rubio meets Syria's leader in New York as the country's isolation eases further

They discussed ongoing counterterrorism efforts, efforts to locate missing Americans, and the importance of Israel-Syria relations in achieving greater regional security, says the State Department statement

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British PM Keir Starmer likely to visit India in October

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Mr. Starmer will hold summit-level talks during the visit, which comes a little more than two months after Mr. Modi visited the U.K. to attend the signing of the U.K.-India free trade agreement.

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Turkiye's main opposition re-elects leader ahead of key court ruling

An Ankara court is set to rule over whether to annul the 2023 congress of the Republican People's Party (CHP) where Ozgur Ozel was elected chairman over alleged irregularities, a case government critics say highlights Turkey's slide towards autocracy.

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Antifa | Amorphous and ideological

The U.S. President first threatened to target the anti-fascist movement in May 2020 in the aftermath of the Black Lives Matter-driven protests. Following the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, Donald Trump has announced plans to designate the group a terrorist organisation

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Maduro offers to engage in direct talks with Trump envoy Grenell

President, I hope that together we can defeat the falsehoods that have sullied our relationship, which must be historic and peaceful, says Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in a letter to U.S. President Trump

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Fifty years apart, Yom Kippur war of 1973 and ongoing Gaza conflict shape Saudi Arabia-Pakistan relations

Following the setback to Israel in the Yom Kippur War the global and regional dynamics in South Asia prompted Pakistan to reach out to Saudi Arabia. Official sources says that Israeli strikes in Qatar have further encouraged this partnership

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Trump to sign proclamation imposing $1,00,000 fee for H-1B visa applications, says White House official

The official said U.S. President Trump also planned to order changes to the prevailing wage levels for the H-1B programme as a way to limit their use

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More than 400 arrests made in Chicago area operation so far: U.S. top immigration official

ICE launched its Chicago area operation on September 8, drawing concern from activists and immigrant communities who say there’s been a noticeable uptick in immigration enforcement agents

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Israel Army says will use ‘unprecedented force’ in Gaza City

The United Nations estimated at the end of August that about one million people were living in Gaza City and its surroundings

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Trump suggests U.S. troops could return to base in Afghanistan, citing its proximity to rival China

Mr. Trump hinted that the Taliban, who have struggled with an economic crisis, international legitimacy, internal rifts and rival militant groups since their return to power in 2021, could be game to allow the U.S. military to return

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Powerful magnitude 7.8 earthquake shakes Russia’s far east Kamchatka region

The quake’s epicentre was 127 kilometres (79 miles) east of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky and it struck at 6:58 a.m. on Friday local time

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U.S. once again vetoes Security Council resolution demanding immediate Gaza ceasefire, hostage release

Danny Danon, Israel’s ambassador to the U.N., blasted the new resolution, saying that ceasefire would “not release the hostages and will not bring security to the region”

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If oil price comes down, Putin will settle and drop out of Ukraine war: Trump

U.S. President suggests that European countries, India, and China should stop purchasing Russian oil

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An exhibition of saris in Chennai weaves together stories of nostalgia, grief, and celebration

Laya, a portmanteau pop-up between September 18 and 20, tells a heart-warming tale of weaving saris that signal celebration from loss

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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia ink defence pact for joint defence against aggression

According to the Dawn newspaper, a statement from Pakistan PM’s office announced the signing of the pact, which stated that any aggression against either country shall be considered an act of aggression against both

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Human Rights Watch accuses Israel forces of displacing South Syria residents

The statement by HRW quoted the Israeli military as saying it is operating in southern Syria "to protect the citizens of the State of Israel" and that its activities are "in accordance with international law"

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Trump extends TikTok shutdown deadline again after reaching framework deal with China

President Trump extends TikTok shutdown deadline, signing executive order to keep app operating despite previous federal law violations

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Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing charged with aggravated murder, weapon, obstruction offences

Utah County Attorney Jeff Gray said Tyler Robinson’s DNA was found on trigger of the gun used to kill Charlie Kirk

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Kazakhstan bans bride kidnappings, forced marriages

Forcing someone to marry is now punishable by up to 10 years in prison, Kazakh police said in a statement.

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China says intercepted Philippine ships at disputed South China Sea shoal

China approved plans to turn Scarborough Shoal into a national nature reserve last week, without announcing its specific boundaries.

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U.S. won’t hit China with tariffs over Russian oil unless Europe goes first: Treasury chief Bessent

U.S. Treasury Secretary urges European countries to impose tariffs on China and India to cut off Russian oil revenue

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U.S. military again targeted boat allegedly carrying drugs from Venezuela: Trump

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Nepal protest death toll rises to 72, says Health Ministry

 Health Ministry spokesperson Prakash Budathoki said that bodies of many people who died in shopping malls, houses and other buildings that were set on fire or attacked are now being discovered

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Qatar PM urges world to reject ‘double standards’ and punish Israel

Qatar’s Prime Minister calls for international accountability on Israel at preparatory ministerial meeting for the emergency Arab-Islamic summit amid escalating tensions in the region

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Charlie Kirk | Death of a culture crusader

The American right-wing activist, who was killed in Utah on September 10, had promoted conservatism in a Trumpist avatar, creating a heady cocktail of MAGA populism and Christian nationalism that he showcased through public debates with campus liberals

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From the Bench to the helm

The former Chief Justice, who has become Nepal’s first woman PM, has to restore order and public faith in the system and hold free and fair elections, bringing back the democratic process

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Once banned Islami Chhatra Shibir-backed panel wins Jahangirnagar University students’ union poll in Bangladesh

Shibir’s victory adds to political dynamics as Islamists-led eight party grouping demand exclusion of 14 political parties, and PR system election

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‘Unconstitutional’, ‘arbitrary’: Nepal parties slam House dissolution move

The criticism followed recommendation by the first Cabinet meeting chaired by interim PM Sushila Karki to dissolve the House of Representatives, a proposal that President Ram Chandra Poudel promptly approved

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2 persons injured in Palestinian stabbing attack near Jerusalem

Israeli police said an individual "from the Shuafat area carried out a stabbing attack against guests at a hotel in Kibbutz Tzuba, injuring them"

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Rifle recovered in the search for Charlie Kirk's killer as FBI releases photos of person of interest

The photos show a person wearing a hat, sunglasses and a long-sleeve black shirt

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Turkiye prosecutors seize 3 TV stations as part of fraud probe

Turkish prosecutors seize Can Holding conglomerate, including major TV stations, arrest executives on fraud charges

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Watch: NATO warns Russia after drone incursions into Poland

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‘This is a national movement now, not just Gen Z’: Nepali protester

Many of the Gen Z protesters were themselves caught off guard. Their demand was the resignation of the Prime Minister and Home Minister, as well as addressing the issue of rampant corruption, along with the lifting of the ban on certain social media platforms

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India’s milliners are adding a feather to the fashion industry’s cap

Milliners of India are painting the landscape of the country’s fashion industry with vibrant hues, one hat at a time

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Watch: The rise and fall of K.P. Sharma Oli: Nepal’s embattled leader

K.P. Sharma Oli’s political journey has ended in resignation after massive anti-corruption protests engulfed Nepal. Once a dominant figure in Nepali politics, Oli faced growing public anger as demonstrators torched his residence, Parliament, and key institutions.

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Democrats release suggestive birthday letter to Epstein purportedly signed by Trump, which he denies

Donald Trump has denied writing the letter and creating the drawing, calling a report on it “false, malicious, and defamatory”

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India, China should counter unfair U.S. tariffs: Chinese envoy

Xu Feihong said the U.S. is using the tariffs as a kind of “weapon” to extract “exorbitant” costs from various countries, and India and China must cooperate with each other to navigate the situation

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Bangladesh sending 1,200 tonnes of hilsa ahead of festive season as gesture of ‘enduring friendship’

Bangladesh has traditionally sent the prized fish ahead of the Durga Puja and Dussera season

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French PM ousted in parliament confidence vote

In the vote in the National Assembly, 364 deputies voted that they had no confidence in the government while just 194 gave it their confidence

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Trump attends U.S. Open as Rolex's guest despite Swiss tariffs

The President was watching from Rolex’s suite, and his acceptance of Rolex’s invitation came mere weeks after the Trump administration imposed a whopping 39% tariff on Swiss products

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Trump issues 'last warning' to Hamas over hostages

Israel’s army bombed a Gaza City residential tower on September 7, 2025, after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced the military was “deepening” its assault on the Gaza Strip’s key urban centre

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Russia, India and China have tendency to interact in common interests: Lavrov

The Russian Foreign Minister says the three countries are aware of their common interests in a number of areas. “This does not mean that everything is 100% the same, but there is a tendency for China, Russia and India to develop their partnership, deriving mutual benefit from those areas where we have the same interests,” he says.

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Britain's Crown Prosecution Service inspects Tihar jail as India intensifies efforts to extradite fugitives

According to information, the CPS team visited the high-security ward of Tihar and spoke with the prisoners there

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Boko Haram militants kill 60 in attack in Nigeria's northeast

The Bama local government area was the target of several Boko Haram attacks a decade ago, forcing many residents to flee

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Thousands bid silent farewell to Giorgio Armani in Milan

Early visitors also included Milan Mayor Giuseppe Sala; the city will hold a day of public mourning on September 8

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Katchatheevu | A flashpoint in the Palk Strait

Half a century since New Delhi gave up its claim to the barren island and recognised Sri Lanka’s sovereignty over it, politicians in India periodically rake up the issue, triggering tensions in ties between the friendly countries

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Trump says he’ll ‘always be friends’ with Modi; ‘nothing to worry’ about India-U.S. ties

The U.S. President was asked whether he is ready to reset relations with India, as ties between the countries reel under possibly the worst phase in over two decades

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Trump says U.S. in ‘very deep’ negotiations with Hamas, urges release of hostages

“We are in very deep negotiation with Hamas,” Mr. Trump told reporters, saying the situation will be “tough” and “nasty” if Hamas continues to hold Israeli hostages

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Attorneys General warn OpenAI, other tech companies to improve chatbot safety

California AG Rob Bonta and Delaware AG Kathleen Jennings have spent months reviewing OpenAI’s plans to restructure its business, with an eye on “ensuring rigorous and robust oversight of OpenAI’s safety mission”

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Gaza civil defence says Israeli fire kills 44

Civil defence spokesman Mahmud Bassal said that an Israeli air strike on Thursday (September 4, 2025) hit a tent sheltering a a displaced Palestinian family in Gaza City, killing five people including three children

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Earthquake of magnitude 6.2 strikes southeastern Afghanistan, Germany’s geosciences centre says

The quake follows a series of earthquakes earlier this week that killed more than 2,200 people and injured over 3,600 in the country’s east

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Trump unlawfully cancelled Harvard's research grants, U.S. judge rules

The judge said Mr. Trump was right to combat antisemitism and that Harvard was “wrong to tolerate hateful behaviour as long as it did” but fighting antisemitism was not the administration’s true aim and that officials wanted to pressure Harvard to accede to its demands in violation of its free-speech rights under the U.S. Constitution’s First Amendment

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At least 15 killed, 18 injured as Gloria funicular, Lisbon’s landmark streetcar, derails

Five of the injured are in serious condition and a child is among the injured, the National Institute for Medical Emergencies said in a statement; an unknown number of the injured are foreigners, it said

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Bomb blast kills at least 11 at rally in southwestern Pakistan, officials say

Police said they were investigating the blast, which appeared to be a suicide bombing; no group has claimed responsibility so far

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U.K. sets out support for Afghanistan earthquake victims

Response to the crisis has been hampered by the shrinking of funding for Afghanistan, led by U.S. aid cuts

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Amnesty says Syrian government forces, allies behind 46 Druze ‘executions’

Amnesty said it documented the “deliberate shooting and killing” of 46 Druze in Sweida city or on its outskirts on July 15 and 16

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Rudy Giuliani injured in New Hampshire car crash, his spokesperson says

A spokesperson for Rudy Giuliani says the former New York City mayor is recovering from a fractured vertebra and other injuries following a weekend car crash in New Hampshire

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At least nine killed as 6.0 magnitude earthquake strikes eastern Afghanistan region

At least nine people were killed and 25 others were injured in the eastern province of Nangahar

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SpaceX Starship, the brash giant that could redefine the plot

Starship is too large, too ungainly, and too audacious to remain an abstract engineering project; to watch it is to anthropomorphise it almost by necessity

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Peter Navarro | For the cause and the boss

The Czar of Trump’s tariff wars, whose attacks on India have subjected bilateral ties with the U.S. to an unprecedented stress test, is a die-hard loyalist of the Republican President and his MAGA politics

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In Tianjin, PM Oli expresses Nepal’s “strong objection” to India-China trade through Lipu Lekh Pass

Prime Minister Oli is visiting Tianjin as a special guest of China for the summit and requested President Xi to support Nepal’s bid for membership in the SCO

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U.S. revokes visas of Palestinian president, other officials ahead of UN General Assembly

The move is the latest in a series of steps the Trump administration has taken to target Palestinians with visa restrictions and comes as the Israeli military declared Gaza's largest city a combat zone

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Kabul blames Pakistan for airstrikes that killed 3 people in eastern Afghanistan

Afghanistan’s Foreign Ministry says Pakistani airstrikes have killed three civilians and wounded seven others in two eastern provinces of Afghanistan

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Trump administration announces a $825 million arms sale to Ukraine

The sale will cover 3,350 ERAM missiles, 3,350 GPS units, along with components, spare parts and other accessories

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‘No way’ U.S. troops can invade Venezuela, says Maduro

The United States said the deployment to the southern Caribbean, near Venezuela’s territorial waters, is an anti-drug trafficking operation.

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Venice Film Festival opens with star power and Gaza protesters

The main event on August 27 evening’s opening ceremony was Francis Ford Coppola awarding a Lifetime Achievement award to German director Werner Herzog (“Grizzly Man”, “Fitzcarraldo”) for his canon of more than 70 films

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Trump to lead 'large' White House meeting on Gaza on August 27, Witkoff says

Steve Witkoff also said that he will meet with representatives from Ukraine in New York this week as the United States seeks to help end Russia’s war in Ukraine

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UN creates Artificial Intelligence advisory panel

Member States of UN said they were concerned about the swift development of a life-changing tool they fear could threaten democracy and human rights

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Israel’s security cabinet to meet on August 26 to discuss Gaza

Netanyahu on Thursday (August 21, 2025) had ordered immediate talks on the release of all remaining captives in Gaza

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General Dwivedi holds defence talks with Algerian senior military leadership

General Dwivedi’s visit is expected to lay the groundwork for a long-term defence partnership, strengthening Army-to-Army cooperation and reinforcing shared principles of sovereignty, non-alignment, and South-South cooperation

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Secondary tariffs on India 'aggressive economic leverage' to force Russia to stop war: Vance

The U.S. Vice-President says the step will “make it harder” for the Russians to get rich from their oil economy

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North Korea test-fires two ‘new’ air defence missiles

The test-firing, which took place August 23, showed that the two new missile weapon systems had “superior combat capability”, the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported.

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Wang Yi: The ‘silver fox’ of Chinese diplomacy

The Communist Party of China Politburo member, with more sway than other Ministers due to his seniority in the party structure, is now the unassailable Czar of President Xi Jinping’s foreign policy

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Tour bus rollover kills 5 on interstate highway in western New York

The state police said that the driver apparently became distracted, lost control and overcorrected before the bus went into the right shoulder and flipped over shortly

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Indians in Ireland: Building a home amid the hostility

On July 19, 2025, an Indian man was assaulted in the suburb of Tallaght in Dublin, Ireland. Since then, there have been several attacks against Indians in the green isle, causing alarm in the immigrant community. With politicians there riding on anti-immigrant rhetoric, the situation has worsened. Priyanka Borpujari reports on how the transformation of Ireland as a major immigrant destination has brought many challenges

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Justice Department issues transcripts of interviews with Jeffrey Epstein’s ex-girlfriend Ghsilaine Maxwell

The disclosure represents the latest Trump administration effort to repair self-inflicted political wounds after failing to deliver on expectations that its own officials had created through conspiracy theories

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U.S. court throws out massive civil fraud penalty against President Trump

New York appeals court throws out Trump’s $527M fraud penalty, bans corporate leadership, spares half-billion-dollar fine

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Trump administration reviewing all 55 million people with U.S. visas for potential deportable violations

The department said it was looking for indicators of ineligibility including visa overstays, criminal activity, threats to public safety

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Russia welcomes Wang Yi’s visit and the positive turn in India-China ties

The senior Russian diplomat described the energy ties between India and Russia as having remained unaffected by tariffs and sanctions from the U.S. and the EU

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Historic Swedish church arrives at new home after two-day journey

A musical fanfare celebrated its arrival after a meticulously choreographed relocation that began on Tuesday on two remote-controlled flatbed trailers inching forward at a pace of half a kilometre an hour

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Wang Yi holds trilateral talks with Taliban, Pakistan FMs

From Delhi, Chinese FM flies to Kabul and then Islamabad, hyphenation normally frowned upon by India

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Germany signals policy shift on Israel as ‘unjustified’ war on Gaza rages on

We cannot supply weapons to a conflict that is being attempted to be resolved exclusively by military means, that can claim hundreds of thousands of lives, says German Chancellor Friedrich Merz; despite criticism of the Israeli government, Germany reaffirms its commitment to ties with Israel

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Donald Trump cancels August vacation to work on Russia-Ukraine

Karoline Leavitt said that there were “discussions about Trump working from Bedminster for a couple of weeks but he decided against it”

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Breaking down the Chinese wall

Just as Nalanda once created space for dialogue and learning between civilisations, perhaps today too, India can draw from that spirit to shape how it engages with China

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Yezdi Roadster 350 Alpha2: Specs, price and features explained

The 2025 Yezdi Roadster blends heritage styling with modern engineering, featuring a 350 Alpha2 engine, modular design, and extensive customisation options. Perfect for riders seeking a mix of nostalgia, style, and practicality.

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In surprise move, U.S. Air Force chief says he will retire

General Allvin said he will retire on or about November 1

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Zelenskyy, Trump express hope for trilateral talks with Putin to bring end to Russia-Ukraine war

Mr. Trump stopped short of committing U.S. troops to the effort, saying instead that there would be a “NATO-like” security presence but that all those details would be hashed out in their afternoon meeting with EU leaders

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Air Canada suspends restart plans after flight attendants union defies return to work order

Canada's largest airline now says it will resume flights Monday evening. Air Canada said in a statement that the union “illegally directed its flight attendant members to defy a direction from the Canadian Industrial Relations Board.”

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Zelenskyy hails 'historic' U.S. offer of security guarantees to Ukraine

His message came after a video conference earlier on Sunday of a group of Ukraine's allies in Europe, including the leaders of Britain, France and Germany

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Watch: EC-Rahul clash, Marco Rubio on Ukraine, J&K cloudburst tragedy & more | News Wrap

A deadly cloudburst and landslide in Jammu & Kashmir’s Kathua district have claimed at least seven lives, deepening the region’s monsoon crisis. Meanwhile, a sharp war of words erupted between the Election Commission and Rahul Gandhi over allegations of “vote chori.” In global news, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged both Russia and Ukraine to make concessions for peace, as Trump teased “big progress” after meeting Putin. Adding a twist, Congress mocked the EC with a viral post amid rising demands for electoral transparency.

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Jeremy Corbyn | The British Left’s second act

The former Labour leader is trying to mobilise left-wing voters under his new party as Labour under Keir Starmer is struggling to maintain public support amid its lacklustre policy towards Gaza’s devastation and a host of other economic and social crises the U.K. is facing

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Danish PM says Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has become a ‘problem’

Danish PM Mette Frederiksen criticises Israel and plans to pressure Israel over Gaza war during EU presidency

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Hours before Putin-Trump talks, Zelenskyy hopes for Indian help in ending Russia-Ukraine war

In Independence Day message to India, Ukraine President says India and Ukraine have stood up for ‘freedom and dignity’

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Donald Trump eyes three-way meeting with Putin, Zelensky

The high-stakes summit comes with Trump struggling to broker an end to the conflict, and Zelensky and his European allies earlier urged the Republican to push for a ceasefire.

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Nepal waives climbing fees for 97 mountain peaks

Nepal is home to eight of the world's 10 highest peaks and welcomes hundreds of climbers every year during the spring and autumn climbing seasons

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U.S. summit in Alaska a ‘personal victory’ for Putin, says Ukraine’s Zelensky

The summit, set to take place in Alaska on Friday, will be the first between a sitting US and Russian president since 2021 and comes as Trump seeks to broker an end to Russia's nearly three-and-a-half year war in Ukraine.

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Benjamin Netanyahu’s push for a no-state solution

Israel’s Prime Minister wants only this — no sovereignty for the Palestinians, no state for the Palestinians and no rights for the Palestinians

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Trump’s Washington D.C. takeover begins as National Guard troops arrive

Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser pledges to work alongside the federal officials President Donald Trump has tasked with overseeing the city’s law enforcement

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Israel says it killed Al Jazeera journalist

Palestinian journalists' groups condemned the killings.

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Eight dead in shooting outside Ecuador nightclub: police

The police said they have yet to work out a motive for the shooting.

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Magnitude 6.1 earthquake hits western Turkey: disaster agency

Several buildings collapsed in the Balikesir province after the quake, according to images broadcast by Turkish media.

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European leaders urge more 'pressure' on Russia ahead of Trump-Putin summit

"We welcome President Trump's work to stop the killing in Ukraine", said a statement signed by French President Emmanuel Macron, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Germany's Friedrich Merz, Poland's Donald Tusk, the U.K.'s Keir Starmer

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Will India cave in to U.S. pressure on Russian oil? | Explained

Why has President Donald Trump announced penalty tariffs on India? When does it come into effect? Is a rapprochement possible before the deadline? How much oil does India import from Russia? Has India begun reducing oil buys from Russia and importing more from other countries?

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Muhammad Yunus: The professor who rose to power

The 2006 Nobel Peace Prize winner, who became the ‘Chief Adviser’ of Bangladesh’s post-Hasina interim administration, promises a peaceful transfer of power after next year’s ‘inclusive elections’, in which the Awami League, now officially banned, will not be able to participate

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Pakistani forces kill 33 militants in overnight operation near Afghan border

The Pakistani military said the militants who were killed had the backing of India, though it offered no evidence to back up the allegation. Pakistan has long accused New Delhi of supporting the Pakistani Taliban and separatists in Baluchistan

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U.S. Air Force to deny retirement pay to transgender service members being separated from the service

Transgender troops told Military.com that they were finding the entire separation process, which has included reverting their service records back to their birth gender, “dehumanizing” or “open cruelty.”

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