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Russia launches deadly strike in Ukraine, 15 killed as Zelenskyy warns of bigger attack

At least 15 people were killed in Russian strikes across Ukraine on Saturday, including 10 who died in a ballistic missile attack on an exhibition near Kyiv showcasing drone technology, according to media reports.

Canada, UAE conclude free trade agreement talks to deepen trade and investment ties

Toronto: Canada and the United Arab Emirates have concluded negotiations on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), marking a major step toward a bilateral free trade deal aimed at expanding trade, investment and market access between the two countries.

Canada's First Ministers agree to speed up power grid projects, labour mobility reforms amid U.S. tariff tensions

Charlottetown: Canada's first ministers agreed on Tuesday to accelerate electricity infrastructure projects, reduce internal trade barriers and reform carbon markets as they presented a united front against escalating U.S. trade actions.

Suicide attack on Pakistan checkpost kills 15, army says 12 militants eliminated in retaliation

At least 15 people, including soldiers, police personnel and a government official, were killed after militants carried out a suicide attack on a security checkpoint in northwestern Pakistan, the country's military said on Friday.

Independent UN human rights investigators urge Iran to stop protest-related executions

Independent UN human rights investigators on Thursday called for Iran to immediately halt the execution of 10 men who took part in a protest in the central city of Isfahan earlier this year, warning that some of their relatives have already been called for final visits.

California's Diwali holiday faces major setback after US court ruling. All details here

Less than a year after California officially recognised the Hindu festival of lights, Diwali, as a state holiday, a US court has struck down parts of the landmark legislation.

Man shouting 'Allahu Akbar' stabs Asian, Jewish men in New York; hate crime probe underway

The New York City Police Department (NYPD) is investigating two separate stabbings that occurred in broad daylight on Manhattan's Upper West Side, with authorities examining whether the attacks may have been motivated by hate.

Trump slaps fresh tariffs on India, China and 58 others over forced labour concerns

The United States has imposed new double-digit tariffs on nearly 60 trading partners, including India, China, the European Union, the United Kingdom, Canada and Japan, alleging that they have failed to adequately enforce bans on goods produced through forced labour.

Secret Service agent suspended over alleged leak of JD Vance's travel details: Report

A US Secret Service agent assigned to Vice President JD Vance's security detail has been suspended after allegedly leaking information about the vice president's travel arrangements to the media, according to a CNN report.

Canada backs northwestern Ontario food hub with C$500,000 to boost agri-food sector

Kenora/Ontario: Canada will invest nearly C$500,000 to help establish a regional food hub in northwestern Ontario aimed at supporting agri-food businesses, expanding food production and improving access to domestic and export markets.

Carney convenes emergency response group as wildfires intensify across Canada

Ottawa: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Wednesday convened the federal government's Incident Response Group as wildfires intensified across the country, with hundreds of active fires burning and thousands of residents forced to evacuate.

Expert warns US missile stockpiles may not sustain long-term Iran conflict

An expert has warned that the United States may not have sufficient munitions to sustain a prolonged all-out war with Iran, as the conflict between the two countries continues to escalate since February 28.

Pakistan turns to US for $10 billion financial boost amid economic struggles

Pakistan's Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Tuesday reportedly requested a $10 billion Exchange Stabilisation Support Facility from US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to help strengthen the country's fragile economy, according to media reports.

Trump's 200% tariff bomb on generic drugs: Here's how India could be hit

Washington DC/IBNS: US President Donald Trump has announced a phased imposition of tariffs on imported generic medicines, culminating in a 200 percent duty, in a move that is likely to impact several countries, including India.

US urges foreign students to return before Sept 15 ahead of new visa rule

International students studying in the United States, including thousands from India, are being advised by universities to return to the country before September 15, when a major overhaul of US immigration rules for student and exchange visas comes into force.

Pakistan security shock: Gunmen kidnap three officials in Balochistan attack

At least three Pakistani excise officials were kidnapped at gunpoint after unidentified armed men attacked a departmental checkpoint on the Dalbandin–Taftan Highway in Balochistan's Chagai district, media reports said on Tuesday.

Who are Sepahiyan-e Mihan? Inside the new anti-Taliban group that briefly captured an Afghan district

A newly formed armed group calling itself Sepahiyan-e Mihan, or Soldiers of the Homeland, has drawn attention after briefly taking control of the Yaftali Sufla district headquarters in Afghanistan's northeastern Badakhshan province before Taliban forces regained control within hours.

Ukraine conflict: Deadly Russian airstrikes rock Zaporizhzhia; Zelenskyy says two killed

At least two people were killed after Russian aerial bomb strikes hit Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia on Tuesday, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, as rescue teams rushed to the scene.

Ukraine says Russian strikes hit humanitarian warehouses as civilian toll rises

Russian attacks and drone strikes killed at least two children and injured dozens more across Ukraine over recent days while severely damaging three critical aid warehouses, UN agencies reported on Monday.

US-Iran war escalates: Nearly 100 American troops injured since July 7 conflict, Pentagon confirms

Nearly 100 US service members have been injured since the latest round of conflict with Iran began on July 7, a Pentagon official confirmed, as American forces carried out a tenth consecutive night of strikes on Iranian military targets.

Carney congratulates new UK PM Burnham as Canada confronts new US tariff threat

Ottawa: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney congratulated Britain's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham on Monday, pledging closer cooperation between the two allies.

Andy Burnham becomes UK prime minister, vows 'circuit breaker for Britain'

London: Andy Burnham became Britain's new prime minister on Monday after accepting King Charles III's invitation to form a government, pledging to restore political stability, decentralise power and launch what he called the country's biggest reforms in four decades.

Chaos erupts in Buenos Aires after Argentina's heartbreaking World Cup final loss to Spain

Riots broke out in parts of the Argentine capital, Buenos Aires, late Sunday night after Argentina's 1-0 defeat to Spain in the FIFA World Cup final, prompting police to detain several people, according to media reports.

Meet Alec Neel Vance: US Vice President JD Vance, wife Usha welcome fourth child

US Vice President JD Vance on Monday announced the birth of his fourth child with his wife Usha Vance.

Middle East tensions explode: US soldier dies, CENTCOM pounds Iranian targets

A US service member was killed in northern Iraq during an operation involving unexploded ordnance from a downed Iranian drone, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced on Sunday.

Gunfire near Pakistan Minister Attaullah Tarar's car sparks security scare in Lahore

Lahore police have arrested a man after gunfire was fired from a vehicle near the car of Pakistan's Information Minister Attaullah Tarar, media reports said on Sunday.

Andrew, Tristan Tate arrested in US after UK files 38 additional criminal charges

Social media influencer Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan Tate have been arrested in the United States after British prosecutors brought 38 additional criminal charges against them, the UK's Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) announced.

US-Iran crisis deepens: Tehran freezes landmark MoU amid fresh American strikes

Iran has suspended its commitments under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed with the United States, accusing Washington of repeatedly violating the agreement amid the ongoing military confrontation, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Kazem Gharibabadi said.

Russia unleashes massive missile barrage on Kyiv, killing one and injuring 16

Russia launched one of its largest ballistic missile attacks on Kyiv overnight, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Sunday, claiming the assault killed at least one person and injured 16 others.

US launches fresh strikes on Iran after American troops killed in Jordan; tensions soar

The United States launched a fresh round of strikes against Iran on Sunday, escalating the conflict after two American soldiers were killed in an Iranian missile and drone attack in Jordan, according to the US military.