Canada, Finland forge strategic pact on Arctic security, defence and emerging technologies
Apr 15, 2026, at 05:32 am
Ottawa: Canada and Finland said their partnership reflects a “values-based realism” approach to an increasingly fragmented global order, balancing strategic autonomy with international cooperation.
Ukraine forges defence ties with Germany, as Berlin assures EU Support
Apr 15, 2026, at 03:49 am
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz assured Kyiv of Berlin's continued support on its path to EU accession, deepening their military and political cooperation and also expanding their relationship to a strategic partnership.
Canada suspends fuel tax until September to ease cost pressures
Apr 15, 2026, at 03:02 am
Ottawa: Canada will temporarily suspend federal fuel excise taxes on gasoline and diesel from April 20 through September 7, aiming to ease rising living costs and shield households and businesses from global energy market volatility, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced.
Saudi Arabia is 'pressing' US to ease Iran blockade amid fears of wider oil disruption
Apr 15, 2026, at 12:02 am
Saudi Arabia has reportedly urged the administration of US President Donald Trump to roll back its blockade targeting Iranian ports, warning that the move could trigger a dangerous escalation in the region.
Xi Jinping proposes 4-point plan for Middle East peace amid US-Iran tensions
Apr 14, 2026, at 11:08 pm
Chinese President Xi Jinping has put forward a four-point proposal aimed at promoting peace and stability in the Middle East, according to a report by Xinhua.
The end of 'Orbánism': Hungary votes out Viktor Orbán after 16 years in power
Apr 14, 2026, at 10:22 pm
Viktor Orbán has conceded defeat in Hungary’s 2026 election, bringing an end to his 16-year tenure in power.
Unpaid hotel bills overshadow Pakistan’s hosting of US–Iran talks in Islamabad
Apr 14, 2026, at 09:34 pm
A diplomatic initiative in Islamabad has drawn scrutiny after reports that the Pakistani government failed to settle dues for the venue hosting recent US–Iran discussions.
Pakistan: Protest storm hits Balochistan Assembly after Quetta killing, Hazara deaths
Apr 14, 2026, at 07:18 pm
Members from both the opposition and treasury benches in the Balochistan Assembly staged protests over the killing of a man in Quetta, media reports said.
Mob takes cops hostage during child recovery raid in Pakistan, dramatic rescue follows
Apr 14, 2026, at 06:38 pm
Police in Pakistan have rescued five personnel, including a woman constable, who were taken hostage by a mob during a court-ordered raid to recover a nine-year-old boy from a village on Monday.
Amazon worker dies on warehouse floor, co-workers told to keep working: Report
Apr 14, 2026, at 06:09 pm
An employee of Amazon died at a warehouse in Troutdale, Oregon, recently, with co-workers alleging that operations continued for some time even after the incident occurred.
Iran Embassy in Australia drops stunning video of Tehran’s Iran Mall amid Middle East crisis
Apr 14, 2026, at 04:13 pm
The Iranian Embassy in Australia showcased a contrasting image with a video showing the 'world's largest mall' in Tehran, where people could be seen enjoying peaceful moments amid the ongoing turmoil in the Middle East.
Is it Epstein being cared for: Iranian Embassy targets Trump over 'Jesus' image
Apr 14, 2026, at 03:48 pm
The ongoing tensions between the United States and Iran are increasingly playing out beyond the battlefield, spilling over into social media exchanges between the two sides.
Kim Jong Un watches as North Korea fires cruise, anti-ship missiles from naval destroyer
Apr 14, 2026, at 09:08 am
North Korea has conducted test-firings of strategic cruise missiles and anti-ship missiles from its naval destroyer Choe Hyon, in an exercise closely observed by its supreme leader Kim Jong Un, according to state media.
Tribute sparks row: Pakistan regulator pulls up channel over Asha Bhosle coverage
Apr 14, 2026, at 12:02 am
A tribute to legendary singer Asha Bhosle has triggered a regulatory controversy in Pakistan, with the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority issuing a show-cause notice to Geo News.
'Approach and be destroyed': Trump warns Iran as US tightens naval blockade
Apr 13, 2026, at 11:46 pm
US President Donald Trump has issued a sharp warning to Iran, saying any fast-attack vessels approaching the American naval blockade around Iranian ports will be “immediately eliminated.”
Deal blows up: Netanyahu-Vance call triggers US-Iran blame war
Apr 13, 2026, at 09:37 pm
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has disclosed details of a crucial phone call with US Vice President JD Vance, made mid-air as he departed Islamabad after marathon peace talks between Washington and Tehran collapsed, media reports said.
Finland’s president to visit Canada as Ottawa pushes deeper Arctic, defence ties
Apr 13, 2026, at 09:14 pm
Ottawa: Finnish President Alexander Stubb will visit Ottawa from April 14 to 15 for talks with Prime Minister Mark Carney, marking their first formal bilateral meeting.
Job offer turns nightmare: Woman allegedly raped in Pakistan after social media trap
Apr 13, 2026, at 06:09 pm
A young woman was allegedly raped in Pakistan’s Chenab Nagar after being lured to a house by a man who promised her a job.
No port in Middle East will be safe: Iran issues chilling warning after US blockade announcement
Apr 13, 2026, at 06:01 pm
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Monday warned that “no port in the Gulf and the Sea of Oman will be safe” after the United States warned of imposing a naval blockade on vessels entering and leaving Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz—a move that could sharply escalate tensions in the Middle East.
Terror strikes polio drive: Cop killed on Day 1 of vaccination campaign in Pakistan
Apr 13, 2026, at 06:01 pm
At least one policeman was killed and four others injured after a police team came under attack while en route to provide security for polio vaccination workers in Pakistan’s Hangu District on Monday.
From Chicago 1893 to Seattle 2026: Swami Vivekananda's first-ever life-size statue unveiled in US
Apr 13, 2026, at 04:48 pm
In a significant development for India–US cultural relations, a life-size bronze statue of Swami Vivekananda has been unveiled at Westlake Square in Seattle.
Horror in US: Toddler, allegedly forced to eat diapers, dies, parents arrested
Apr 13, 2026, at 04:34 pm
The death of a two-year-old child in the US state of Indiana has raised serious concerns about alleged neglect and the living conditions inside a home, authorities said.
Birthday turns tragic: Indian-origin engineer swept away in California whirlpool, dies
Apr 13, 2026, at 04:17 pm
A 26-year-old Indian-origin software engineer from Andhra Pradesh died after being swept away by a strong current while visiting a waterfall in the US state of California, authorities said.
Who is Roman Gofman? Israel appoints new chief of Mossad intelligence agency
Apr 13, 2026, at 03:54 pm
Maj. Gen. Roman Gofman, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s military secretary, has been appointed as the next chief of Mossad intelligence agency, the country's Prime Minister's Office confirmed.
After 40-day closure, Abu Dhabi’s BAPS Temple set to reopen — What devotees need to do?
Apr 13, 2026, at 10:14 am
The BAPS Hindu Mandir Abu Dhabi is set to reopen its doors to devotees on April 14, following a temporary closure of nearly 40 days amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East.
I don’t care if they come back or not, says Trump after Iran talks collapse
Apr 13, 2026, at 09:19 am
US President Donald Trump on Sunday said he is indifferent to whether Iran returns to negotiations, making the remarks hours after announcing a naval blockade targeting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz following stalled talks with Tehran.
Gunmen strike in Pakistan: Two Hazara community members shot dead
Apr 12, 2026, at 10:20 pm
At least two members of the Hazara community were killed and three others injured in a suspected targeted attack in Quetta on Sunday, according to media reports.
Trump orders Strait of Hormuz blockade after Iran-US talks fail in Pakistan
Apr 12, 2026, at 09:06 pm
Donald Trump on Sunday said the United States Navy would begin blockading ships in the Strait of Hormuz following Iran’s refusal to give up its nuclear ambitions after high-stakes talks held in Pakistan.
Electricity shock in Pakistan: Bills to rise again from April
Apr 12, 2026, at 06:12 pm
Pakistan’s households are set to face higher electricity costs after the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) approved an increase in tariffs under the monthly fuel price adjustment (FPA), according to media reports.
From 18 to 87: Over 500 arrested in London for backing banned group
Apr 12, 2026, at 04:56 pm
At least 500 people were arrested in London during protests against the government’s ban on Palestine Action.