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Could be taken out in one night: Donald Trump’s chilling warning to Iran as deadline approaches | IRGC Intelligence Chief Majid Khademi killed in Israeli-US strike | Setback for Arunachal CM Pema Khandu as SC orders CBI probe into public works contracts | ‘Not denied a ticket’: Annamalai explains absence from BJP’s Tamil Nadu candidate list | ‘Ghar-wapsi soon’: PoK wants to return to India, claims Imam organisation chief | Kerala polls shocker: Tharoor’s convoy stopped, security guard attacked mid-campaign | AAP drops Raghav Chadha from key parliamentary role, sparks buzz over internal rift | Amit Shah to camp in West Bengal for 15 days during Assembly polls; predicts Mamata’s defeat in state and Bhabanipur | 'BJP plotting President’s Rule, don’t fall in the trap': Mamata Banerjee on Malda unrest, urges peace | 'Most polarised state': CJI Kant raps Bengal govt over 9-hour hostage of judicial officers

From adventure to shock: German national's cycle, camera robbed while camping in Islamabad  

Apr 04, 2026, at 05:16 pm

A German cyclist travelling across multiple countries worldwide had his bicycle stolen in Pakistani city of Islamabad, in an incident that has once again drawn attention to security concerns faced by foreigners in the country.

How Iran brought down US warplanes: Inside the rare air defence breakthrough

Apr 04, 2026, at 03:46 pm

The reported downing of United States military aircraft by Iran marks an unusual development in modern conflict dynamics.

Amid war crisis, India keeps oil flowing through Strait of Hormuz: 8 vessels transit amid Iran chokehold

Apr 04, 2026, at 03:45 pm

India has continued to maintain steady maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, triggered after the US and Israel carried out strikes on Tehran on February 28.

We can take oil, make a fortune: Donald Trump issues explosive threat over Strait of Hormuz

Apr 04, 2026, at 09:11 am

US President Donald Trump has claimed that the United States could reopen the Strait of Hormuz “with a little more time,” while also hinting that Iran’s power infrastructure could be targeted next.

Canada commits $51.1M to Ukraine for humanitarian aid, recovery and democratic reforms

Apr 04, 2026, at 03:54 am

The Canadian government has announced $51.1 million in new funding to support humanitarian relief, recovery efforts and institutional reforms in Ukraine, as the war with Russia continues to strain the country’s infrastructure and population.

Canada, China hold talks, agree to expand trade and financial engagement

Apr 04, 2026, at 12:42 am

Beijing: Canada and China have agreed to launch a new financial working group aimed at strengthening economic cooperation, following meetings between Canadian Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne and senior Chinese officials, the government said Tuesday.

German industry eyes shift toward defense sector amid Middle East conflict

Apr 04, 2026, at 12:21 am

German industry is increasingly turning to defence production, the German Chamber of Industry and Commerce said.

US tariffs seen as threat to European pharma production, industry says

Apr 04, 2026, at 12:09 am

Pharmaceutical manufacturers in Germany and Switzerland on Friday warned that the latest US tariffs on pharmaceutical products could threaten production at their European facilities, industry representatives said.

'We will strike inside homes, RSS camps in future’: Pak Defence Minister issues direct warning to India

Apr 03, 2026, at 11:41 pm

Tensions between India and Pakistan have sharply escalated after Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif issued an unusually direct and aggressive warning, signaling that any future conflict could spill deep into Indian territory.

‘You’re the PM!’ Trump taunts Keir Starmer for not supporting US in Iran war, targets NATO

Apr 03, 2026, at 11:24 pm

US President Donald Trump launched a sharp attack on key Western allies, openly mocking their leadership and questioning their reliability during wartime.

Everest scam uncovered! Guides accused of poisoning climbers for $20 million insurance payouts

Apr 03, 2026, at 09:58 pm

High on the slopes of Mount Everest, where survival depends on trust as much as endurance, a troubling allegation has emerged that challenges the foundations of the trekking industry.

Trump launches anti-fraud blitz, claims billions lost; JD Vance takes charge

Apr 03, 2026, at 09:12 pm

US President Donald Trump has handed Vice President JD Vance a powerful new role of leading a nationwide crackdown on alleged fraud.

Iranian media claims IRGC captured US pilot after alleged F-35 shootdown

Apr 03, 2026, at 06:34 pm

Iranian media outlets have reported that a United States pilot may have been taken into custody by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) after ejecting from a fighter aircraft over western Iran.

US intelligence assesses Iran maintains significant missile launching capability despite five weeks of conflict: Report

Apr 03, 2026, at 05:55 pm

Nearly half of Iran's missile launchers remain intact despite the US and Israeli forces targeting the military targets for the past five weeks amid the ongoing conflict in the region, CNN reported.

Middle East tension spikes: Iran claims it shot down second American F-35 fighter jet

Apr 03, 2026, at 01:57 pm

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed that it has shot down a second US F-35 stealth fighter jet over central Iran, according to multiple media reports.

Fuel shock in Pakistan! Petrol up 43 pct, diesel soars 55 pct as Middle East war fallout hits hard

Apr 03, 2026, at 09:34 am

Prices of petrol and diesel have significantly spiked in Pakistan in response to the rising global energy prices, caused by the ongoing war in the Middle East.

Did Iran strike Oracle's office in Dubai? UAE responds

Apr 03, 2026, at 08:38 am

Dubai has dismissed online reports claiming that Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) targeted a data centre belonging to US technology giant Oracle Corporation in the city.

'You have to be serious': Emmanuel Macron slams Donald Trump over mixed signals on Middle East

Apr 02, 2026, at 11:59 pm

French President Emmanuel Macron has accused Donald Trump of creating confusion with contradictory statements on the Middle East conflict. 

US-Israeli strikes damage Iran's major bridge near Karaj; Donald Trump issues a fresh warning

Apr 02, 2026, at 11:35 pm

Joint strikes by the United States and Israel have partially destroyed a major bridge under construction near Karaj, west of Tehran, amid escalating tensions with Iran. Several people were reported injured in the attack.

Canada logs over 67,000 firearm declarations as buyback deadline closes

Apr 02, 2026, at 02:45 am

Ottawa: More than 67,000 assault-style firearms were declared for compensation as Canada’s buyback programme deadline for individuals closed March 31, the government said Tuesday, marking a key step in its effort to remove prohibited weapons from circulation.

Canada introduces ‘30 days or free’ passport processing guarantee

Apr 02, 2026, at 02:27 am

Ottawa: Canada will refund passport application fees if processing exceeds 30 business days, the government said Tuesday, introducing a new service guarantee to improve accountability and service standards.

Global oil lifeline at risk: UK leads urgent push to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Apr 01, 2026, at 09:17 pm

The United Kingdom is set to host a major international conference this week aimed at reopening the strategically crucial Strait of Hormuz, as tensions in the region continue to disrupt global energy supplies, media reports said.

Trump claims Iran seeks ceasefire, warns of ‘stone age’ strikes until Hormuz reopens

Apr 01, 2026, at 07:27 pm

US President Donald Trump has stated that Iran’s leadership has expressed interest in a ceasefire, while making it clear that any pause in hostilities would depend on restoring access through the Strait of Hormuz.

IRGC tightens grip on power as leadership vacuum deepens in Iran

Apr 01, 2026, at 06:14 pm

As the Iran conflict intensifies, a significant internal power shift appears to be unfolding within the country’s leadership structure.

Horror in Pakistan: Woman allegedly gang-raped in moving van, police launch manhunt

Apr 01, 2026, at 05:46 pm

A 19-year-old married woman was allegedly gang-raped by four men inside a van in Rawalpindi, media reports said, once again raising serious concerns over women’s safety in the country.

Dreaming of the US? H-1B 2027 selection ends — Check your status now!

Apr 01, 2026, at 05:40 pm

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services on Tuesday announced it has met the annual quota of 85,000 H-1B cap beneficiaries for FY-2027.

Iran conflict: After Saudi, UAE considers ground deployment as push to reopen Hormuz intensifies

Apr 01, 2026, at 02:27 pm

Amid intensifying conflict in West Asia, the United Arab Emirates is reportedly preparing to take a more direct role in efforts to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.

Who is Shelly Kittleson? American journalist kidnapped in Baghdad

Apr 01, 2026, at 08:23 am

American journalist Shelly Kittleson has reportedly been kidnapped in Baghdad, Iraq, according to media reports.

Canada ramps up investment in youth-focused crime prevention initiatives

Apr 01, 2026, at 04:20 am

Ottawa: Canada plans to invest up to C$157.5 million over the next three years to support community-based efforts aimed at preventing gun and gang violence, Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree said on Thursday.

Canada unveils $3.8B nature strategy to expand protected areas, boost conservation

Apr 01, 2026, at 03:56 am

Ottawa: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday unveiled a C$3.8 billion national strategy to expand protected areas, restore ecosystems and mobilise private investment in conservation.