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A doctor returning from DR Congo has tested positive for Ebola, triggering contact tracing and isolation measures in France. Health authorities say the risk remains contained, but the case has renewed focus on cross-border disease surveillance.

The Trump administration has asked Congress for $88 billion in emergency funding to cover Iran war costs, Ebola outbreak response, military readiness and financial aid for American farmers.

A devastating pair of earthquakes struck Venezuela within seconds of each other, with a 7.2-magnitude foreshock followed by a stronger 7.5-magnitude mainshock. The powerful tremors triggered building collapses and severe damage in several Caracas neighborhoods.

In a shocking twist, the Pune Police arrested Siya Goyal, the fiance of Pune-based businessman Ketan Agarwal in his murder case. After initially probing it as an accidental death, the police have accused Goyal and her alleged boyfriend Chetan Chowdhury of plotting and executing Ketan's murder. As per sources, Goyal allegedly made three more attempts to kill Ketan before his actual murder.

The strike hit a school in Iran's southern city of Minab on February 28, according to Iranian state media, with Iranian officials saying more than 175 children and teachers were killed in the attack.

From the historic, stunning transformation of the sacred Kashi Vishwanath temple to a nationwide cultural renaissance, India is completely rebuilding its ancient legacy for a new generation. Watch to see how India's most iconic sacred spaces are being reborn under Modi 3.0!

Venezuela was struck by a devastating seismic event: a powerful 7.5 magnitude mainshock preceded by a 7.2 magnitude foreshock just 39 seconds earlier. The tremors caused widespread destruction, with reports of collapsed buildings and heavy damage in Caracas, particularly in the Chacao, Altamira, and Los Palos Grandes areas.

Three International Criminal Court judges have sued Donald Trump and his administration, arguing that sanctions imposed against them amounted to a "financial death penalty" designed to punish judicial decisions and pressure the court. All you need to know.

According to NCRB data analysed by child rights groups, Maharashtra recorded 22,390 crimes against children in 2023, up from 20,762 in 2022.

India will host a major Human Resource Mobility Forum next week, bringing together employers and officials from countries including Germany, Japan, Italy, Russia and Denmark to expand overseas job opportunities for skilled Indians.

A closed-door meeting between Donald Trump and Republican lawmakers turned into a shouting match after Senator Bill Cassidy demanded answers about the administration's Iran strategy and peace framework. Here's what happened.

Trump said the United States expects greater loyalty from its NATO allies, arguing that Washington already provides extensive military support and maintains a large troop presence across Europe.

A powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Venezuela, triggering panic in Caracas and sending tremors across neighbouring Colombia, with several aftershocks reported.

Iran's remarks come as disagreements persist between US President Donald Trump and Tehran over several issues, including nuclear inspections, shipping fees in the Strait of Hormuz and the handling of Iran's frozen funds.

Donahue's exit comes as the Trump administration continues a wider reshuffle of senior military leadership under Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. Since returning to the office last year, Trump has seen a number of top military officers leave their posts or be removed.

During his Gulf tour aimed at reassuring regional partners, Rubio said the United States would closely coordinate with regional partners and keep them informed of every decision made during negotiations with Iran.

Government guidelines state that passports primarily serve as identity and travel documents, while Section 20 of the Passports Act, 1967, allows the government to issue them to non-citizens in specific cases under the supervision of senior MEA officials.

Federal prosecutors allege Frank Carone took $120,000 in bribes to help secure a multimillion-dollar emergency shelter contract for a Queens hotel controlled by his co-defendants.

Under the US Constitution, a bill that has passed both chambers of Congress and has then been presented to the president automatically becomes law if he doesn’t sign or veto it within 10 days, excluding Sundays, as long as lawmakers are in session.