Israel conducts 'extensive' strikes on Gaza, 200 dead
Mar 18, 2025, at 10:48 am
The Israeli military on Tuesday said it conducted 'extensive strikes' in the Gaza Strip on terror targets belonging to Hamas, marking the biggest attack since the ceasefire began on January 19.
Muhammad Yunus says reforms should be completed before 'December polls'
Mar 17, 2025, at 06:41 pm
Bangladesh interim government chief Muhammad Yunus has focussed on the urgency of implementing reforms since his administration has limited time before the possible general elections in December.
Vatican unveils first image of Pope Francis since he was hospitalised
Mar 17, 2025, at 05:34 pm
The Vatican on Sunday shared a picture of Pope Francis for the first time since he was hospitalised last month.
Donald Trump shares link to Modi's interview with podcaster Fridman on Truth Social
Mar 17, 2025, at 02:47 pm
US President Donald Trump on Monday shared a link to Indian PM Narendra Modi's interview with AI researcher and popular American podcaster Lex Fridman on his Truth Social page.
New York Crime: Man set on fire in Times Square, suspect at large
Mar 17, 2025, at 10:51 am
A 45-year-old man suffered burn injuries after he was set on fire in New York's Times Square, media reports said.
BLA releases first video footage of attack on convoy carrying Pakistani soldiers
Mar 16, 2025, at 08:53 pm
The Balochistan Liberation Army on Sunday released a video of the targeted attack on a convoy that was carrying Pakistani soldiers, hours after the rebel group claimed 90 security personnel were killed in the incident.
Banned Lashkar-i-Islam group founder Mufti Munir Shakir dies in bomb blast in Pakistan
Mar 16, 2025, at 06:02 pm
Banned Lashkar-i-Islam group founder Mufti Munir Shakir was killed in a bomb blast in Pakistan's Peshawar city on Saturday, media reports said.
BLA claims 90 Pakistani soldiers died as blast occurs close to their convoy in Balochistan
Mar 16, 2025, at 03:44 pm
The Balochistan Liberation Army, the group which was responsible for the hijacking of a passenger train last week, claimed 90 Pakistani soldiers died after a blast occurred close to a convoy in which the security personnel were travelling in Balochistan’s Noshki district on Sunday.
UN chief Antonio Guterres expresses solidarity with Bangladesh amid political transition
Mar 16, 2025, at 02:31 pm
UN Secretary-General António Guterres, who is currently visiting Bangladesh, underscored the pivotal moment the country is facing as it navigates a period of significant transition and reform.
US strikes on Yemen’s Houthis kill 31, warns Iran amid Red Sea tensions
Mar 16, 2025, at 01:00 pm
At least 31 people were killed as U.S. President Donald Trump launched military strikes against Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis on Saturday in response to their attacks on Red Sea shipping, warning, “hell will rain down upon you” if they do not halt their campaign, Reuters reported.
Under what circumstances can a US green card be revoked?
Mar 16, 2025, at 12:15 am
The recent arrest of Palestinian activist and U.S. legal permanent resident Mahmoud Khalil, who played a prominent role in last year's Columbia University protests over the war in Gaza, has prompted questions about the limits of a green card.
‘Sooner or later’ Russia must yield to peace: PM Starmer
Mar 15, 2025, at 11:38 pm
Britain’s leader encouraged his global counterparts to continue pushing for a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine at the start of a virtual meeting Saturday intended to end the fighting between the two countries.
Mar 15, 2025, at 11:27 pm
Washington: The Trump administration is considering imposing broad travel restrictions on citizens from dozens of countries as part of a new ban, Reuters reported, citing sources familiar with the matter and an internal memo.
Reasons to be optimistic about ceasefire deal: Kremlin
Mar 15, 2025, at 07:24 pm
By Voice Of America/IBNS
Senate averts government shutdown, overcomes Democratic opposition
Mar 15, 2025, at 07:19 pm
By Voice Of America/IBNS
US to expel South Africa ambassador as relations deteriorate
Mar 15, 2025, at 07:10 pm
By Voice Of America/IBNS
European Parliament condemns deportation of Uyghurs from Thailand to China
Mar 15, 2025, at 07:02 pm
The European Parliament recently issued a resolution to condemn Thailand for deporting 40 Uyghurs to China recently.
Pakistan security forces arrest 'possible' suicide bomber
Mar 15, 2025, at 05:52 pm
Pakistani security forces arrested a 'possible' suicide bomber and left another injured during a crossfire on Barki Road in Lahore on Friday.
UN says Iran using Nazer app, tech to monitor women not wearing hijab
Mar 15, 2025, at 05:24 pm
The Iranian Government has continued to ramp up efforts to restrict the rights of civilians, including young children, as part of a concerted effort to crush dissent, investigators mandated by the UN Human Rights Council said on Friday.
UN chief Antonio Guterres vows to prevent Rohingya suffering during Bangladesh visit
Mar 15, 2025, at 03:01 pm
UN Secretary-General António Guterres, during his visit to the Rohingya refugee camps in southern Bangladesh, vowed to do everything in his power to prevent further hardship as drastic aid cuts threaten food supplies and other critical relief efforts.
ISIS Global Ops chief Abu Khaijah killed in US-led operation in Iraq
Mar 15, 2025, at 01:22 pm
The United States on Saturday said ISIS Global Operations leader Abdallah Makki Muslih al-Rifai, also known as “Abu Khadijah”, was eliminated during an operation conducted in coordination with Iraqi Intelligence and Security Forces, in Iraq's Al Anbar Province.
Pakistan likely to be put in Trump's possible new travel ban list
Mar 15, 2025, at 10:56 am
President Donald Trump's administration is planning to create three lists, including 43 nations, including Pakistan, whose citizens would be banned or face selective restrictions from entering the USA.
PIA flight lands in airport with missing wheel, passengers safe
Mar 15, 2025, at 10:05 am
A domestic Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) flight landed at Lahore Airport with a missing wheel, raising concerns over the safety of the Pakistani national carrier.
Mark Carney takes oath as new Canada Prime Minister
Mar 14, 2025, at 11:41 pm
Canada's Liberal Party leader Mark Carney was sworn in as the country's new Prime Minister in Ottawa on Friday, succeeding Justin Trudeau.
G7 urges Russia to accept ceasefire or face further sanctions
Mar 14, 2025, at 11:02 pm
Top diplomats from the Group of Seven leading democracies urged Russia on Friday to agree to a U.S.-proposed ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine war.
'I have strongly requested President Putin to spare lives of Ukrainian soldiers': Donald Trump
Mar 14, 2025, at 10:48 pm
Washington DC/IBNS: US President Donald Trump Friday said there is a "very good chance" the war between Russia and Ukraine can end after "productive" discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday.
Putin expresses support for ceasefire but says details must be worked out
Mar 14, 2025, at 06:27 pm
Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed support for a U.S. ceasefire proposal to halt Russia’s war with Ukraine for 30 days, but he stressed that many details would have to be worked out and that any truce should pave the way to lasting peace.
Bangladesh: Minority Group claims violence against minorities still continuing in country
Mar 14, 2025, at 06:02 pm
The Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council, the largest minority group in Bangladesh, has claimed that attacks and violence against minorities in the South Asian country still continue months after the interim government came to power in the nation following the ouster of former PM Sheikh Hasina on August 5, 2024.
Can the US pry Russia away from China?
Mar 14, 2025, at 04:20 pm
Western politicians have repeatedly called on China to limit or cease tacit support for Russia’s bloody war against Ukraine. In response, China’s leadership insists it is committed to peace and respect for the territorial integrity of other nations.
Mar 14, 2025, at 04:03 pm
As many as 100 people, who had assembled outside Trump Tower in the US city of New York to denounce the detention of Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil, have been arrested.