Blast near US Embassy in Oslo sparks security scare amid Middle East tensions
Mar 08, 2026, at 02:40 pm
An explosion occured close to the United States Embassy in Oslo early Sunday, according to media reports.
Donald Trump slams UK PM Keir Starmer as London weighs sending carriers to Middle East
Mar 08, 2026, at 12:15 pm
US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that Britain was giving “serious thought” to sending two aircraft carriers to the Middle East amid the war with Iran, but added that the United States no longer needed the support to win the conflict.
2 GTA synagogues hit by gunfire overnight; police ramp up presence
Mar 08, 2026, at 03:33 am
Police in parts of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) are investigating after shots were fired at two synagogues in North York and Vaughan overnight on March 6-7, 2026, as reported by CBC News.
‘Iran will be hit very hard’: Trump’s explosive warning after Tehran’s apology
Mar 07, 2026, at 05:35 pm
US President Donald Trump on Saturday lashed out at Iran, labelling Tehran the “loser of the Middle East,” hours after Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian apologised to neighbouring countries for attacks launched during Iran’s conflict with Israel and the United States.
Zohran Mamdani defends wife amid scrutiny over her 'support' for Palestinian cause
Mar 07, 2026, at 02:10 pm
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has defended his wife, Rama Duwaji, amid criticism over her social media activity related to the Palestinian cause following the October 7, 2023, attacks on Israel.
Iran conflict: White House says US could achieve ‘Operation Epic Fury’ objectives in 4–6 weeks
Mar 07, 2026, at 10:00 am
Karoline Leavitt, the White House press secretary, has said the United States could achieve its objectives in Operation Epic Fury against Iran within four to six weeks.
Who is Asif Merchant? Trump assassination plot by Iran-linked Pakistani foiled
Mar 07, 2026, at 09:04 am
A Pakistani man allegedly linked to Iran has been found guilty of plotting to assassinate US President Donald Trump, according to the United States Department of Justice.
Canada, Alberta propose ‘one project, one review’ framework to speed up infrastructure approvals
Mar 07, 2026, at 05:22 am
Ottawa: Canada and the province of Alberta have proposed a new co-operation agreement aimed at accelerating approvals for major infrastructure projects, part of Canada’s broader effort to diversify its economy and strengthen energy development.
Canada, Japan launch Comprehensive Strategic Partnership across defence, energy and technology
Mar 07, 2026, at 05:02 am
Tokyo: Canada and Japan have announced a sweeping Comprehensive Strategic Partnership aimed at strengthening cooperation in defence, energy, trade, and advanced technologies, following talks between Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in Tokyo on Friday.
Indian-origin influencer and Khalistan critic Nancy Grewal stabbed to death in Canada
Mar 06, 2026, at 04:09 am
A 45-year-old Indian-origin social media influencer and YouTuber, Nancy Grewal, was brutally stabbed to death at her home in LaSalle, Ontario, Canada, on March 3, 2026, prompting a homicide investigation by local police.
Canada and Australia deepen ties with defence, AI and clean energy agreements
Mar 06, 2026, at 03:11 am
Canberra: Canada and Australia agreed to deepen cooperation in defence, critical minerals, artificial intelligence and clean energy during Prime Minister Mark Carney’s first official visit to the country.
China eases tariffs on Canadian canola, seafood as Canada expands EV quota
Mar 05, 2026, at 03:23 am
Ottawa: China has suspended and reduced tariffs on key Canadian agricultural and seafood exports, while Canada has eased trade restrictions on Chinese electric vehicles and certain steel and aluminum products.
Canada backs Iran strikes 'with regret', urges de-escalation: Mark Carney
Mar 05, 2026, at 02:49 am
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that Canada supports US-Israeli strikes on Iran "with some regret", framing the conflict as a stark illustration of a fracturing international order.
Indo-American student among 3 killed in Texas bar shooting; FBI probes possible terror link
Mar 05, 2026, at 12:20 am
New details have emerged in the deadly shooting at a crowded bar in Austin, Texas, that left three people dead, including 21-year-old Indian-American student Savitha Shan, media reports said.
Canada: Debate intensifies over deportation of Humboldt bus crash driver
Mar 04, 2026, at 05:44 am
A growing chorus of Canadian journalists, commentators and public figures is urging the federal government to reconsider the deportation of Jaskirat Singh Sidhu, the truck driver at the centre of the 2018 Humboldt Broncos bus crash.
Mar 03, 2026, at 10:51 am
Washington DC/IBNS: In a shift from his earlier hardline posture, US President Donald Trump said “boots on the ground” may not be necessary following the attack on the US embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, media reports said.
India, Canada launch renewed strategic partnership, fast-track CEPA talks
Mar 03, 2026, at 12:58 am
New Delhi: Prime Minister Mark Carney and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday announced an ambitious reset of the India–Canada relationship, agreeing to accelerate negotiations on Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) and deepen cooperation across energy, defence, artificial intelligence, talent mobility and trade.
'Whatever it takes, we'll do it': Donald Trump rules out timeline for Iran operations
Mar 02, 2026, at 11:47 pm
US President Donald Trump on Monday said military operations against Iran could continue for as long as necessary, signalling no fixed timeline for an end to the campaign.
Three US F-15E jets shot down in 'friendly fire' incident by Kuwait as Iran war escalates
Mar 02, 2026, at 09:16 pm
Three US Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jets were shot down in separate friendly-fire incidents by Kuwaiti air defences, the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) said on Monday evening.
Bombs fall, bodies counted — Yet Trump isn't calling Iran strikes a ‘war’! Here's why
Mar 02, 2026, at 06:16 pm
The Middle East is burning, scores are dead, and missiles are crossing borders with alarming frequency — yet from the White House, the language remains restrained.
Middle East tension: Several US warplanes crash in Kuwait, says Defence Ministry
Mar 02, 2026, at 03:01 pm
Kuwait’s Defence Ministry on Monday confirmed that several American fighter jets crashed in the country amid rising tensions across the Middle East. A ministry spokesperson, posting on the official X page, said all crew members survived and were immediately evacuated for medical evaluation and treatment.
Canadian FM Says Ottawa is ‘exploring’ free-trade deal with India as Carney seeks reset
Mar 02, 2026, at 03:34 am
Canada is once again exploring a formal free-trade agreement with India, Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne said, as Prime Minister Mark Carney visits the country in a bid to reset strained diplomatic ties.
We are going after the rest: Trump claims US sank 9 Iranian warships
Mar 02, 2026, at 12:01 am
US President Donald Trump on Sunday claimed that American forces had sunk nine Iranian naval vessels and “largely destroyed” Iran’s naval headquarters amid escalating tensions in the Middle East.
Horror in US: 3 dead, 14 injured after bar shooting in Austin's entertainment district
Mar 01, 2026, at 10:31 pm
At least three people were killed and 14 others injured in a shooting at a bar in Austin, Texas, early Sunday, authorities said.
Canada backs US action to stop Iran from developing nuclear arms
Mar 01, 2026, at 03:11 am
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Foreign Minister Anita Anand in a joint statement on Saturday said that Canada supports efforts by the United States to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapon.
Feb 28, 2026, at 02:03 pm
Washington DC/IBNS: Donald Trump has issued a stark ultimatum to Iran’s military, warning it to surrender or “face certain death,” as he confirmed the United States’ involvement in ongoing strikes on the country.
Canadian real estate slumps as Bank of Canada holds key rate steady
Feb 28, 2026, at 03:31 am
Toronto: Canada’s housing market opened 2026 on a sobering note, with home sales and prices declining even as the Bank of Canada maintained its benchmark interest rate, underscoring persistent weakness across the real estate sector.
Canada's Mark Carney arrives in India to reset ties, boost economic partnership
Feb 28, 2026, at 02:12 am
Mark Carney arrived in Mumbai on Friday to begin a four-day official visit aimed at reviving economic ties and stabilising diplomatic relations with India following months of strain under the Trudeau government.
US ambassador advises staff to leave Israel 'immediately' amid rising Iran tensions: Report
Feb 27, 2026, at 10:33 pm
US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee has advised American embassy staff to consider leaving Israel immediately amid escalating regional tensions involving Iran, according to a report by The New York Times.
Ottawa says India no longer linked to violent crime in Canada, ahead of Carney visit
Feb 27, 2026, at 02:51 am
Ottawa: Canada has indicated it no longer believes India is connected to violent crimes on Canadian soil, marking a significant diplomatic shift before Prime Minister Mark Carney's India visit.