Operation Epic Fury 2.0? Trump weighs fresh Iran strikes after high-stakes China talks
May 16, 2026, at 01:57 pm
The United States is preparing a range of military options against Iran as diplomatic efforts remain stalled, with reports indicating that President Donald Trump is considering a renewed offensive following his two-day visit to China.
Big breakthrough? US announces fresh 45-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire deal
May 16, 2026, at 10:03 am
The US State Department on Friday announced that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend their ceasefire by 45 days following two days of mediated talks hosted by the United States.
Canada and Alberta reach deal on carbon pricing, electricity expansion and oil pipeline plans
May 16, 2026, at 04:20 am
Ottawa: Canada’s federal government and the province of Alberta on Friday reached an energy and climate agreement that includes higher industrial carbon pricing, plans to expand electricity generation and support for a proposed oil pipeline to Asian markets.
Canada launches national electricity strategy to double power grid by 2050
May 16, 2026, at 03:58 am
Ottawa: Canada on Friday launched consultations on a new national electricity strategy aimed at doubling the country’s power grid capacity by 2050 as it seeks to meet rising energy demand, lower household costs and strengthen energy security.
'Favour to Pakistan': Donald Trump’s explosive claim on Iran ceasefire
May 15, 2026, at 10:59 pm
US President Donald Trump said he agreed to a ceasefire involving Iran only as a “favour” to Pakistan, claiming he would not have supported the move otherwise.
'No military solution against Iran': Tehran sends strong message during India visit
May 15, 2026, at 09:25 pm
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, currently visiting New Delhi for the BRICS foreign ministers’ conclave, said Iran has “every reason” not to trust the United States, while insisting that Washington can trust Tehran “without a doubt”.
Pakistan: Gwadar varsity vice chancellor, pro-VC ‘go missing’
May 15, 2026, at 05:35 pm
The vice chancellor and pro-vice chancellor of Pakistan's University of Gwadar, who had left the port city for Quetta, have gone missing, media reports said.
Paid USD 100 per person: Indian-origin man’s border smuggling scheme exposed
May 15, 2026, at 01:00 pm
An Indian-origin man has pleaded guilty in the US to his role in a human smuggling operation that trafficked people from India across the northern border with Canada into the United States.
US authorities likely to drop criminal fraud charges against Gautam Adani: Reports
May 15, 2026, at 12:04 pm
Washington DC/New Delhi/IBNS: In a relief for Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, the U.S. Justice Department is likely to drop criminal fraud charges against the Adani Group chairman, according to several media reports.
US: Indian-origin ‘Punjabi Devils’ founder gets prison for machine gun possession
May 15, 2026, at 09:40 am
An Indian-origin man who founded the outlaw motorcycle gang “Punjabi Devils” has been sentenced to five years and four months in prison for unlawful dealing of firearms and illegal possession of a machine gun in the United States.
Can Canada become India’s alternative energy partner amid West Asia tensions?
May 15, 2026, at 05:42 am
As geopolitical tensions in West Asia threaten global energy markets, Canada’s efforts to diversify exports beyond the United States could intersect with India’s growing demand for stable and long-term energy supplies.
US Senator Eric Schmitt sparks row over 'visa temple' remark on Hyderabad’s Chilkur Balaji Temple
May 14, 2026, at 11:21 pm
Washington/Hyderabad: US Senator Eric Schmitt has triggered controversy after targeting Hyderabad’s Chilkur Balaji Temple—popularly known as the “Visa Temple”—while criticising America’s H-1B visa programme in a series of posts on social media platform X.
Xi Jinping woos Trump, says ‘make America great again’ can go hand-in-hand with China’s rise
May 14, 2026, at 09:04 pm
In a strikingly warm message on Thursday at the Great Hall of the People, Xi Jinping described ties between China and the United States as the most important bilateral relationship in the world, urging both sides to preserve and strengthen it.
Indian cargo vessel sinks off Oman after suspected drone strike; Delhi calls attack ‘unacceptable’
May 14, 2026, at 06:16 pm
An Indian-flagged cargo vessel from Gujarat sank off the coast of Oman after being struck by a suspected drone or missile, prompting a strong response from the Government of India and raising fresh concerns over maritime security in the Gulf region.
Canada: Judge rules approval of Alberta separation petition was ‘unreasonable’
May 14, 2026, at 03:51 am
A judge has ruled that Elections Alberta acted unreasonably when it approved a petition seeking a referendum on Alberta separating from Canada, according to court documents reported by Canadian media outlets.
May 13, 2026, at 07:02 pm
Beijing/IBNS: US President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing on Wednesday for a high-stakes summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, as both sides prepare to address growing geopolitical and economic tensions.
Shock move! flydubai suspends flights to 3 major Pakistan cities till October
May 13, 2026, at 05:54 pm
flydubai has suspended flight operations to and from Islamabad, Lahore and Peshawar until October 26 due to “operational reasons,” according to local media reports.
Trump’s Golden Dome shock: Missile shield price tag balloons to USD 1.2 trillion
May 13, 2026, at 02:39 pm
US President Donald Trump’s proposed “Golden Dome” missile defence system is projected to cost approximately $1.2 trillion (£882 billion) to develop, deploy, and operate over the next two decades, according to a report released by the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office.
Putin unleashes ‘Satan 2’: Russia tests ICBM with 35,000 km range
May 13, 2026, at 01:38 pm
Russia has successfully test-fired the Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), a nuclear-capable system described by the nation as the most powerful missile systems in the world.
Trump wants Venezuela as America’s 51st state? His viral Truth Social post explodes online
May 13, 2026, at 09:46 am
US President Donald Trump has stirred fresh controversy after posting an image on Truth Social that portrayed Venezuela as the “51st state” of the United States.
Canada monitoring nine high-risk contacts linked to Andes Hantavirus cruise outbreak
May 13, 2026, at 05:13 am
Ottawa: Canadian health authorities said on Tuesday that nine people in Canada are being monitored as high-risk contacts linked to an outbreak of Andes hantavirus aboard the expedition cruise ship MV Hondius, though officials said the overall risk to the public remains low.
Canada FM Anita Anand to visit Oman, Qatar amid Strait of Hormuz disruptions
May 13, 2026, at 12:22 am
Brussels: Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand will travel to Oman and Qatar from May 12 to 15 to discuss trade, security and regional developments, including efforts to maintain commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
'Bing, Bing, Gone': Trump shares AI-generated images of US striking Iran as ceasefire tensions rise
May 12, 2026, at 10:38 pm
US President Donald Trump posted a series of AI-generated images showing fictional American military strikes against Iran, as uncertainty deepened over the fragile ceasefire in the region.
Deadly blast rips through Pakistan’s Lakki Marwat, 9 killed, including two cops
May 12, 2026, at 06:44 pm
At least nine people, including two traffic police personnel, were killed in a powerful blast that rocked Serai Naurang tehsil in Pakistan’s Lakki Marwat district on Tuesday.
May 12, 2026, at 03:49 pm
Nearly one-third of Americans believe that at least one of the three attempts on US President Donald Trump’s life over the last two years was staged, according to a new survey.
Pakistan breaks silence on secret Iranian aircraft claims, slams US report as ‘misleading’
May 12, 2026, at 02:55 pm
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pakistan has dismissed a report by US media outlet CBS News claiming that Islamabad allowed Iranian military aircraft to use its airbases during its role as a mediator in the Middle East conflict.
Major US move: 12 Iran-linked entities blacklisted over China oil sales
May 12, 2026, at 10:07 am
The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned 12 individuals and entities for their roles in enabling the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ (IRGC) sale and shipment of Iranian oil to China.
Did Pakistan quietly shield Iranian planes from America? Report sparks questions
May 12, 2026, at 09:12 am
Pakistan quietly allowed Iranian military aircraft to park at its airfields during the ongoing conflict between Tehran and Washington, reportedly shielding them from possible American airstrikes, according to media reports.
Canada announces new sanctions over alleged human rights violations in Ukraine war
May 12, 2026, at 03:42 am
Brussels: Canada on Thursday announced a new round of sanctions targeting individuals and entities accused of involvement in alleged human rights violations linked to Russia’s war in Ukraine, including the deportation and transfer of Ukrainian children from occupied territories.
Canada FM Anand says country has met NATO’s 2% defence spending target in talks with Rutte
May 12, 2026, at 03:00 am
Brussels: Canada's Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand met the Secretary General of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, Mark Rutte, on Monday to discuss Canada’s defence commitments to NATO, with talks focused on Arctic security, military spending and support for Ukraine.