Night of chaos in France: Arrests, stabbings and panic at nationwide music festival
Jun 23, 2026, at 07:11 pm
At least 240 people were arrested, and multiple violent incidents were reported during France’s Fête de la Musique, the nationwide street music festival held on Sunday (June 21, 2026), according to media reports.
Indians among 13 killed in explosion at Qatar's Ras Laffan gas complex
Jun 22, 2026, at 10:50 pm
At least 13 people, including Indian and Pakistani nationals, were killed and 66 others injured after a massive explosion struck Qatar's Ras Laffan liquefied natural gas (LNG) complex, one of the world's largest energy facilities, authorities confirmed on Monday.
Jun 22, 2026, at 03:35 pm
London/IBNS: Keir Starmer announced on Monday that he will step down as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, bringing an abrupt end to his tenure amid mounting unrest within the Labour Party.
Massive explosion rocks Qatar gas hub, 54 injured and 18 missing
Jun 22, 2026, at 09:26 am
An explosion rocked a factory in Qatar on Sunday, injuring 54 people and leaving 18 others missing, according to the country's Interior Ministry.
US, Iran begin fresh talks in Switzerland amid Hormuz tensions, Lebanon violence
Jun 21, 2026, at 12:23 pm
The United States and Iran are set to begin a new round of high-stakes negotiations in Switzerland on Saturday, as President Donald Trump warned that Washington could impose tolls on the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz if the talks fail to produce a final agreement.
What happened after Iranian female singer performed without a Hijab will shock you
Jun 20, 2026, at 03:38 pm
An Iranian court has sentenced singer Parastoo Ahmadi and eight members of a production team, including musicians, to 74 lashes for performing without wearing a hijab during a concert that was livestreamed on Ahmadi's YouTube channel in 2024.
‘Pakistan doesn’t have press freedom’: JD Vance’s remark adds to Islamabad’s Iran deal embarrassment
Jun 20, 2026, at 03:00 pm
US Vice President JD Vance has said that differences in press freedom standards between the United States and countries involved in mediating the US-Iran agreement contributed to the delay in releasing the deal’s details.
UK train horror: Driver killed, dozens injured after passenger trains crash near Bedford
Jun 20, 2026, at 09:25 am
At least one person was killed and several others injured after two trains collided near Bedford in the UK on Friday, authorities confirmed.
'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.
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.
'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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Brazilian woman dies in bungee jump horror after staff 'forgot' to attach safety rope
Jun 14, 2026, at 02:15 pm
The excitement of bungee jumping turned into a horrifying tragedy for a 21-year-old Brazilian woman after she plunged more than 130 feet to her death when staff allegedly pushed her off a bridge without attaching the safety rope.
Indian-origin man stabbed to death outside a London shop, probe underway
Jun 14, 2026, at 10:24 am
A 26-year-old Indian-origin man has been killed in a knife attack in Southall, west London, the Metropolitan Police said.
Modi-Trump meeting set for G7 sidelines as Hormuz crisis, global security take centre stage
Jun 14, 2026, at 04:50 am
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump are set to hold a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France next week, the White House has confirmed.
'Strait of Hormuz will reopen immediately': Trump says Iran deal to be signed on June 14
Jun 14, 2026, at 04:37 am
US President Donald Trump has said that a long-anticipated agreement aimed at ending tensions in the Middle East is scheduled to be signed on Sunday (June 14), adding that the Strait of Hormuz will reopen to global shipping immediately after the deal takes effect.
Indian-origin man jailed for 34 years in UK over horrific kidnap, torture and rape case
Jun 13, 2026, at 09:07 am
An Indian-origin man has been sentenced to 34 years in prison after being convicted of kidnapping, torturing, and raping a woman in London.
US and Iran 'closer than ever' to war-end deal, says Iranian Foreign Minister
Jun 12, 2026, at 10:07 pm
The United States and Iran are “never been closer” to reaching a deal aimed at ending the conflict in the Middle East, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Friday.
Jun 12, 2026, at 02:03 pm
A Pakistani asylum seeker, who raped a young woman he met in a Nottinghamshire Park, has been jailed in the UK.
Indian families fear for safety as Belfast riots turn violent, store set on fire
Jun 12, 2026, at 09:19 am
Members of the Indian community in Northern Ireland say they are living in fear following a wave of racially motivated anti-immigrant violence that swept through Belfast and neighbouring areas earlier this week.
Jun 11, 2026, at 11:47 pm
The war in Ukraine has now lasted longer than World War I, reaching 1,569 days since Russia launched its full-scale invasion in February 2022, according to reports.