Iran claims to have shot down several drones launched by Israel in retaliation attack
As Israel launched a missile strike on Iran Friday, Tehran claimed to have activated its air defence system and that it shot down several drones.
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Canada: Police investigation link a vehicle used in armed carjackings in Greater Toronto Area
Toronto/IBNS: A vehicle used in armed carjackings across the Greater Toronto Area was linked by Investigators with the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit and are seeking additional witnesses to come forward.
Locals demonstrate in Pakistani village over disruption in power supply
Protesting against the suspension of power supply to their areas, locals demonstrated in Old Mirpur and its adjoining localities and villages in Pakistan on Wednesday.
Cambodian authorities extradite 130 Chinese nationals over cybercrime, online fraud
Cambodian authorities have extradited 130 Chinese nationals for their alleged involvement in cybercrimes, online fraud and illegal gambling.
Amid political unrest, Pakistan Army reaffirms its dominant role
In the labyrinth of Pakistan’s political theatre, a single image has captured the essence of power dynamics more poignantly than any high-profile political gathering could.
US vetoes Palestine’s request UN's full membership
The Security Council rejected Palestine’s request for UN membership on Thursday, with the United States casting a veto.
Assembly President calls for massive investment in sustainable infrastructure
The President of the UN General Assembly on Thursday underscored the critical need for resilient infrastructure if the world is the reach the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by the 2030 deadline.
UN chief Antonio Guterres appeals for maximum restraint in the Middle East
Recent escalations in the Middle East make it even more important to support efforts towards lasting peace between Israel and a fully independent, viable and sovereign Palestinian state, UN Secretary-General António Guterres told the Security Council on Thursday.
The Maldives 'debt distress': President Muizzu faces domestic outrage over China affinity
Since winning the 2023 elections banking on an anti-India narrative and coming to power, Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu has been developing ties with China and distancing from India, calling its long-time ally a "threat to the sovereignty of Maldives."
Israeli missile hits Iran as tension escalates in Middle East
Israel has carried out a strike on Iran, nearly a week after missile and drone attack was carried out by Tehran on Jerusalem.
Maldives opposition demand President Muizzu's impeachment over leaked reports alleging corruption by him
Ahead of the parliamentary polls in the Maldives, the opposition parties have demanded an investigation followed by an impeachment of President Mohamed Muizzu over the leaked report of his alleged corruption from 2018, a charge dismissed by him.
Canada Federal Budget 2024 promises to make life fair for every generation
Toronto/IBNS: Canada's 2024 federal budget unveiled by Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland proposes $52.9 billion in new spending over five years, including $8.5 billion in new spending for housing.
Amid fears of escalations, Iran warns of attack on Israel's nuclear sites
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has warned of attack on Israel’s nuclear sites and may pursue a nuclear weapon if the country strikes at Iran’s nuclear facilities.
US reacts to Elon Musk's X post on India's permanent UNSC seat
Washington/IBNS: The United States has reacted to Tesla CEO Elon Musk's remarks backing a permanent United Nations Security Council (UNSC) seat for India.
TikTok's separation from parent ByteDance superficial; sent US users' private data every 14 days to China: Report
TikTok allegedly instructed its staff to send information related to American users to its Beijing-based parent company, according to a recent report.
How a single Israeli strike on a Gaza IVF centre took away 5,000 lives: Report
Gaza: An Israeli air strike on Gaza's largest fertility clinic last December dealt a massive blow to the hopes of infertile couples as the explosion resulted in the destruction of over 4,000 embryos along with 1,000 specimens of sperm and unfertilized eggs.
Pakistan bans X over alleged 'misuse'
Pakistan's Interior Ministry on Wednesday informed the Islamabad High Court that imposing a ban on social media platform X, which is owned by Tesla boss Elon Musk, became necessary after it failed to address concerns regarding its misuse.
Man found dead inside Pakistani lock-up, autopsy report shows he was tortured
A person, who was found dead inside the lock-up in Pakistan's Karachi city, was tortured to death, as per the autopsy report.
Riyadh authorities arrested two Pakistani nationals over drug trafficking charges
The Criminal Investigation and Search Department of the Riyadh Region Police have arrested two Pakistani nationals over drug trafficking charges.
Hike in petrol price challenged in Pakistani court
A petition has been filed in the Lahore High Court (LHC) that challenged the recent hike in prices of petroleum products, media reports said.
Fire partially destroys old stock exchange building in Denmark
Fire engulfed the iconic old stock exchange building in the centre of Copenhagen in Denmark recently with videos showing blaze gutting the historic structure.
Twenty-one die due to rain-related incidents in Pakistan's KP
At least 21 people died due to various rain-related incidents in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region recently, authorities said on Tuesday.
Bhutan invited to participate in 15th Toy Biz B2B International Exhibition in India
The Bhutan Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BCCI) has been invited through the Embassy of India, Thimphu to participate in the 15th Toy Biz B2B International Exhibition.
US Panel Chair accuses Chinese Communist Party of subverting UN and ‘get away murder in plain sight'
Washington/IBNS: Congressional-Executive Commission on China chair Rep. Chris Smith said the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is “getting away with murder” as it expands its tentacles in international bodies such as the United Nations (UN) to shun criticism.
US plans to impose new sanctions on Iran following attack on Israel
The US on Tuesday (April 16, 2024) said it will impose new sanctions targeting Iran, including its missile and drone programme, against entities supporting the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and Iran’s Defence Ministry.
Canada: Tropical fish worth thousands of dollars stolen from Ottawa Valley restaurant
Ottawa/IBNS: The Ontario Provincial Police is investigating a theft worth "several thousand" dollars of tropical fish that was reported to be stolen from an Upper Ottawa Valley restaurant last week.
Canada: Manitoba's new tax credit to benefit more homeowners
Winnipeg/IBNS: The Manitoba government’s $1,500 Homeowners Affordability Tax Credit would provide relief for more homeowners, province's Premier Wab Kinew and Finance Minister Adrien Sala have jointly announced.
Australian government to grant permanent residency to French national who confronted Sydney shopping mall attacker
The Australian government has announced it will grant permanent residency to a French national who confronted the Sydney shopping mall attacker with a bollard.
Slain former Pakistan PM Benazir Bhutto's daughter Aseefa Bhutto Zardari takes oath as MP
Pakistan's slain former prime minister Benazir Bhutto's daughter Aseefa Bhutto Zardari on Monday (April 15, 2024) took oath as a Member of the National Assembly (MNA).
Israel Defense Forces Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi says Iran's attack will be met with a response
Amid escalating tension in the Middle East, Israel Defense Forces Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi has warned that Iran's attack on his country will be 'met with a response'.