Trump's Air Force One to Davos takes U-turn after takeoff — what went wrong?
Jan 21, 2026, at 02:29 pm
Washington/IBNS: US President Donald Trump’s official aircraft, Air Force One, was forced to turn back shortly after takeoff on Tuesday following reports of a “minor electrical issue” while en route to Davos, Switzerland, for the World Economic Forum (WEF).
JD and Usha Vance just dropped big baby news – fourth child on the way!
Jan 21, 2026, at 12:19 pm
Washington DC/IBNS: US Vice President JD Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance have announced they are expecting their fourth child, a boy.
‘They were going nuclear’: Trump claims he stopped India-Pakistan war after Operation Sindoor
Jan 21, 2026, at 08:58 am
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday once again claimed that he had prevented a potential war between India and Pakistan during May 2025, when the two neighbours were locked in a heightened military confrontation following Operation Sindoor.
Carney, Macron reaffirm Arctic, Ukraine support in Davos meeting
Jan 21, 2026, at 02:15 am
Ottawa: Prime Minister Mark Carney met French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland.
Trump shares altered map depicting US Control Over Canada, Greenland, Venezuela
Jan 21, 2026, at 01:30 am
US President Donald Trump sparked international backlash on Tuesday by posting an altered image on Truth Social that showed the American flag draped over Canada, Greenland, and Venezuela as expanded US territory.
Trump threatens 200% tariffs on French wine after Paris snubs ‘Board of Peace’ invite
Jan 20, 2026, at 11:11 pm
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday threatened to impose steep 200 per cent tariffs on French wine and champagne after France indicated it would decline his invitation to join a proposed “Board of Peace,” escalating tensions between Washington DC and Paris.
Planning a US trip? Visa applicants from some nations may face up to $15,000 bond under new rule
Jan 20, 2026, at 05:10 pm
The US plans to introduce a new visa rule for some foreign nationals, including those from Bangladesh and Bhutan, applying for business or tourist visas.
US invites Putin to join Gaza ‘Board of Peace’. Know all details
Jan 19, 2026, at 06:16 pm
The United States has invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to join the “Board of Peace”, a body tasked with overseeing governance and reconstruction efforts in postwar Gaza, the Kremlin confirmed on Monday.
Indian-origin couple arrested in US for running sex trafficking, fentanyl ring from Virginia motel
Jan 19, 2026, at 06:11 pm
An Indian-origin couple and three others were arrested in the US for allegedly running a sex trafficking and drug distribution operation from a motel in Virginia, officials said.
Who is Bilal Hasan al-Jasim? ISIS-linked terrorist killed in U.S. operation in Syria
Jan 18, 2026, at 07:49 pm
The United States on Sunday said it conducted a strike in northwest Syria that killed a senior Al-Qaeda leader.
India brings investments, Pakistan doesn’t: Trump's Republican Party members' sharp message
Jan 18, 2026, at 07:36 pm
US Congressman Rich McCormick, a member of President Donald Trump’s Republican Party, has sent a strong message to the US President, stressing that unlike India, Pakistan does not bring investments into the United States.
Trump announces 10 pct tariffs on Denmark, UK, France over opposition to Greenland takeover plan
Jan 18, 2026, at 10:38 am
US President Donald Trump on Saturday announced the imposition of a 10 percent tariff on several European countries, accusing them of opposing Washington’s plan to acquire Greenland.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford slams Carney over China deal, warns of risks to auto sector
Jan 18, 2026, at 02:02 am
Toronto/IBNS: Ontario Premier Doug Ford on Friday sharply criticised Prime Minister Mark Carney’s new strategic partnership with China, warning that lower tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles could hurt Canadian workers and jeopardise access to the US market.
Jan 17, 2026, at 09:26 am
The Norwegian Nobel Committee has issued its first statement after Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado presented her Nobel Peace Prize medal to U.S. President Donald Trump during a meeting at the White House, clarifying that the Nobel Peace Prize itself cannot be transferred.
Carney, Xi announce new Canada–China strategic partnership during Beijing talks
Jan 17, 2026, at 01:07 am
Beijing: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday, as the two leaders announced a new Canada–China strategic partnership amid shifting global economic and security conditions.
Donald Trump escalates Greenland bid with tariff threats, raising tensions with Denmark
Jan 16, 2026, at 11:35 pm
US President Donald Trump on Friday warned that countries opposing his plans to acquire Greenland could face tariffs, escalating tensions over Washington’s renewed push to take control of the semi-autonomous Danish territory.
Nobel drama: Venezuelan leader presents Peace Prize to Trump
Jan 16, 2026, at 10:52 am
Venezuelan leader Maria Corina Machado presented her Nobel Peace Prize to US President Donald Trump during their meeting in the White House on Thursday.
Iran protests turn fatal for Canadian citizen, Foreign Minister confirms
Jan 16, 2026, at 10:03 am
Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand has confirmed that a Canadian national has died at the hands of Iranian authorities amid ongoing anti-regime protests in Iran.
Carney meets Chinese Premier Li Qiang as Canada seeks to revive ties with Beijing
Jan 16, 2026, at 03:58 am
Beijing: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Thursday during his first official visit to China, marking the first bilateral visit by a Canadian prime minister since 2017.
US redeploys carrier strike group to Middle East amid escalating tensions with Iran
Jan 15, 2026, at 11:07 pm
The Pentagon has begun redeploying a US carrier strike group from the South China Sea to the US Central Command (CENTCOM) area of responsibility, which includes the Middle East, amid escalating tensions between the Trump administration and Iran, US-based network News Nation reported on Wednesday, citing sources.
Trump administration halts visa processing for 75 nations – Pakistan, Bangladesh among worst hit
Jan 15, 2026, at 02:09 pm
Washington/IBNS: The Donald Trump administration has suspended immigrant visa processing for citizens from 75 countries, including Pakistan and Bangladesh, a senior US official confirmed on Wednesday.
Carney in China as Canada seeks to reset ties and diversify trade beyond US
Jan 15, 2026, at 03:10 am
Toronto/IBNS: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney arrived in Beijing on Wednesday night, beginning a four-day visit aimed at repairing strained ties between Canada and China.
Donald Trump says US control of Greenland is ‘vital’ for Golden Dome missile shield
Jan 14, 2026, at 11:15 pm
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said American control of Greenland was “vital” for national security, linking the Arctic island directly to his proposed Golden Dome air and missile defence system.
‘Failed for 40 years’: Indian envoy blasts Canada over terror networks operating on its soil
Jan 14, 2026, at 05:31 pm
Ottawa/IBNS: In a blunt and at times confrontational interview on Canada’s public broadcaster CBC, India’s High Commissioner to Canada, Dinesh Patnaik, accused Ottawa of failing for over four decades to act against extremist groups operating from its territory.
Jan 14, 2026, at 02:47 pm
The trial of three men — including one Indian national and two men of Indian origin — is underway in a Canadian court in connection with the 2022 murder of an elderly couple in Abbotsford, British Columbia.
Trump administration cracks down on Muslim Brotherhood, labels key chapters terrorist
Jan 14, 2026, at 09:09 am
The United States on Tuesday imposed terrorist designations on the Lebanese, Jordanian and Egyptian chapters of the Muslim Brotherhood, citing alleged links to terrorism, including support for Hamas.
Canada rolls out mandatory warning labels on packaged foods
Jan 14, 2026, at 03:33 am
Canadians shopping for packaged foods will now see mandatory warning symbols on some products indicating high levels of saturated fat, sodium or sugar, following new federal labelling rules that came into effect this month.
Indian-origin man arrested in Canada’s largest gold heist at Toronto Airport
Jan 14, 2026, at 01:09 am
Toronto: Canadian police recently arrested a man at Toronto's Pearson Airport linked to the country's largest gold heist, as described by the police.
Canada's British Columbia Premier visits India to deepen trade ties amid US tariffs
Jan 12, 2026, at 11:06 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Premier of British Columbia, Canada, David Eby led a trade mission to India on Monday aimed at deepening its trade relations with the country.
544 Dead, thousands jailed: Trump says Iran wants talks as protests explode
Jan 12, 2026, at 09:26 am
US President Donald Trump on Sunday said Iran’s leadership has sought talks with Washington amid his warnings of possible military action in response to Tehran’s ongoing crackdown on anti-regime protesters.