'Italy and I never beg': Meloni fires back at Trump over G7 photo claim
Jun 19, 2026, at 09:13 pm
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has strongly rejected US President Donald Trump's claim that she "begged" him for a photograph during the recent G7 Summit, calling his remarks "completely made up" and expressing shock at his comments.
We are here to act: US Consul General sends strong message to human traffickers at Ranchi summit
Jun 19, 2026, at 05:24 pm
Counter-trafficking experts convened in Jharkhand's capital, Ranchi, recently for the “U.S.–India Cooperation to Counter Trafficking Threats,” a conclave led by the U.S. Consulate Kolkata, where representatives of government, civil society, non-governmental organizations, and academia discussed the importance of bilateral cooperation to dismantle transnational trafficking networks that harm both Indians and Americans.
No social media before 15: UAE becomes first Arab nation to unveil tough new rules for children
Jun 19, 2026, at 05:02 pm
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has become the first Arab nation to set 15 as the minimum age for citizens to use social media platforms, joining a growing number of countries introducing restrictions amid concerns over the impact of social media on children.
Israel alarmed as Trump's deal with Iran triggers fears of strategic setback, regional power shift
Jun 19, 2026, at 04:53 pm
Israel has reacted with alarm to the preliminary agreement reached between US President Donald Trump and Iran, with political leaders, security analysts and commentators describing the deal as a major setback for Israeli interests and regional security.
Toronto to mark National Indigenous Peoples Day with two-day cultural showcase
Jun 19, 2026, at 05:15 am
Toronto: As communities across Canada prepare to mark National Indigenous Peoples Day, Toronto will host a two-day free Indigenous Arts Festival and a public ceremony honouring First Nations, Inuit and Métis cultures at Biidaasige Park.
Canada, British Columbia announce C$5 billion infrastructure and housing partnership
Jun 19, 2026, at 03:05 am
Vancouver: Canada and British Columbia unveiled a more than C$5 billion ($3.7 billion) infrastructure partnership on Thursday aimed at accelerating home construction, expanding health-care facilities and improving public transit across the province.
Jun 18, 2026, at 09:09 pm
US President Donald Trump has signed an agreement with Iran aimed at ending the conflict in the Middle East, marking a major diplomatic breakthrough after more than three months of fighting.
'If Modi is the leader and India is attacked, we'll be there': Trump's strong assurance at G7
Jun 17, 2026, at 09:02 pm
US President Donald Trump offered a strong public endorsement of India during his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the G7 Summit in France, stating that Washington would support New Delhi if the country faced an external attack while Modi remained in office.
'Safety of Indian seafarers of utmost importance': PM Modi's strong message to Trump at G7
Jun 17, 2026, at 08:28 pm
Prime Minister Narendra Modi underscored the importance of protecting Indian seafarers during his meeting with US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France, as concerns continue to mount over maritime security in the Gulf region.
'Calm, cool, a total killer': Trump praises PM Modi moments before bilateral talks
Jun 17, 2026, at 08:03 pm
US President Donald Trump lavished praise on Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of a bilateral meeting at the G7 Summit in France, describing the Indian leader as “calm”, “cool”, and a “total killer”.
Trump says Iran deal 'not final', threatens fresh strikes if Tehran ‘doesn’t behave’
Jun 17, 2026, at 06:45 pm
US President Donald Trump has said the memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at ending the conflict between the United States and Iran is not yet final, warning that Washington could resume military action if Tehran fails to comply with the terms of the agreement.
Jun 17, 2026, at 04:48 pm
An Indian-origin tech professional who had built a promising career in the United States was among 12 people killed in a tragic skydiving aircraft crash in Missouri, shortly after takeoff, according to media reports.
Pentagon drops 'Indo' from Indo-Pacific Command, restores name to USPACOM after 8-year gap
Jun 17, 2026, at 03:40 pm
The United States Department of War has announced that the US Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) will revert to its previous name, the US Pacific Command (USPACOM), ending a designation that had been in use since 2018.
G7 declares war on global drug cartels, unveils major anti-trafficking plan
Jun 17, 2026, at 03:37 pm
The G7 leaders have pledged to intensify the global fight against drug trafficking amid a sharp rise in illicit drug production, organised crime, and international demand.
G7 urges coordinated global response to Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda
Jun 17, 2026, at 03:20 am
Evian/France: G7 leaders on Tuesday called for an urgent and coordinated international response to a re-emerging Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda, warning that the disease poses a significant global health security risk.
UK probes reports of Russian warship firing warning shots near English coast
Jun 16, 2026, at 10:45 pm
Britain's Ministry of Defence is investigating reports that a Russian warship fired warning shots near a UK-registered yacht in the English Channel, according to British officials and defence sources.
Jun 16, 2026, at 10:21 am
A nine-year-old Australian girl died in Pakistan after police allegedly opened fire on the vehicle in which her family was travelling, mistaking it for that of armed robbery suspects following a hostage ordeal.
US military tragedy: B-52 Bomber goes down seconds after takeoff, 8 killed
Jun 16, 2026, at 09:20 am
At least eight people, including two Boeing employees, were killed after a US Air Force B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff in Southern California, according to media reports.
Canadian firm wins first EU SAFE defence contract as Canada, EU deepen security ties
Jun 16, 2026, at 02:34 am
Evian-les-Bains/France: A Canadian defence technology company has secured the first contract awarded to a Canadian firm under the European Union's Security Action for Europe (SAFE) initiative, as Canada and the EU announced new cooperation measures on security and ocean conservation.
Strait of Hormuz to fully reopen from Friday after US–Iran deal, Trump announces ahead of G7 talks
Jun 15, 2026, at 11:15 pm
President Donald Trump has announced that a new agreement between the United States and Iran will lead to the “complete reopening” of the Strait of Hormuz from Friday, easing restrictions on one of the world’s most critical shipping routes.
Jun 15, 2026, at 10:59 pm
Britain will ban children under 16 from using several major social media platforms, including TikTok, Snapchat, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and X, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Monday.
Dhaka summons Indian envoy after Bangladesh PM’s aide stopped at Delhi airport
Jun 15, 2026, at 07:11 pm
Dhaka/New Delhi/IBNS: A diplomatic dispute has emerged between Bangladesh and India after Zahed Ur Rahman, Adviser on Policy and Strategy Affairs to Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, was briefly prevented from entering India at New Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport before receiving clearance.
‘Free Palestine’ chants erupt as students protest during Google CEO Sundar Pichai’s Stanford address
Jun 15, 2026, at 03:18 pm
A group of graduating students at Stanford University walked out of the commencement ceremony as Google CEO Sundar Pichai took the stage to deliver his keynote address, amid chants of "Free, Free Palestine," according to media reports.
Horror in US: 12 killed as skydiving plane crashes moments after takeoff
Jun 15, 2026, at 11:13 am
At least 11 skydivers and a pilot were killed after a small aircraft crashed in the US state of Missouri on Sunday, according to media reports.
World leaders welcome US-Iran deal as Strait of Hormuz set to reopen
Jun 15, 2026, at 10:40 am
World leaders on Monday welcomed the agreement reached between the United States and Iran to end hostilities in the region, with the deal expected to take effect on Friday.
‘Let the oil flow’: Trump claims historic Iran agreement to end conflict
Jun 15, 2026, at 09:40 am
US President Donald Trump on Monday announced that Washington and Tehran had reached an agreement aimed at ending hostilities in the region, with the deal expected to take effect on Friday.
‘No judgment’: Trump slams Netanyahu over Beirut strike amid Iran deal push
Jun 15, 2026, at 12:14 am
US President Donald Trump on Sunday sharply criticised Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over Israel’s strike on Lebanon, saying the Israeli leader had shown poor judgment at a time when Washington was close to securing a peace deal with Iran.
Jun 14, 2026, at 11:25 pm
Former Bangladesh Police Inspector General Benazir Ahmed has been arrested in Dubai in connection with a corruption case filed by the Bangladesh Anti-Corruption Commission, years after he fled the country.
UK, Japan announce £18 billion investment package, deepen cooperation on technology and security
Jun 14, 2026, at 08:41 pm
London: Britain and Japan announced a series of investment and cooperation agreements worth more than £18 billion ($24.4 billion) on Sunday, deepening collaboration in clean energy, advanced technologies and defence ahead of the G7 summit in France.
Jun 14, 2026, at 06:46 pm
US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has released newly declassified intelligence documents claiming that the United States funded more than 120 biological laboratories across over 30 countries, including Ukraine.