In today's top world headlines, India's National Security Adviser Ajit Doval urged stronger BIMSTEC cooperation to address shared security and economic challenges, including global supply chain disruptions. Iran warned that any U.S. interference in the Strait of Hormuz would cross a "red line," while explosions were reported near Iran's Jabar Port amid escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran. Israel reaffirmed its military presence in security zones across Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza, and Russian ballistic missile strikes killed civilians in Kyiv. Meanwhile, Toronto recorded the world's worst air quality due to wildfire smoke, Indian stock markets traded flat after a volatile session, and Zee Group Chairman Dr. Subhash Chandra announced the establishment of Sri Nand Kishor Goenka University in Hisar.

Iran threatens U.S. | BIMSTEC summit | Toronto air quality worsens | Kyiv missile attack | WION News

India is strengthening regional security cooperation ahead of the Fifth BIMSTEC National Security Advisers' Meeting in New Delhi. National Security Adviser Ajit Doval held a series of high-level bilateral meetings with senior officials from Myanmar, Thailand, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh to discuss key regional security issues. The discussions focused on maritime security, intelligence sharing, counterterrorism cooperation, law enforcement coordination, and regional stability. Ajit Doval also reviewed bilateral security cooperation with Myanmar and explored deeper collaboration with Thailand on intelligence sharing and security coordination. During his meeting with Bangladesh's Defence Adviser, the two sides discussed emerging security challenges facing the Bay of Bengal region, including cross-border crime, terrorism, insurgency, narcotics trafficking, and climate-related security risks.

Ajit Doval meets BIMSTEC security chiefs to boost regional security and counterterrorism cooperation

Senior security officials from the seven BIMSTEC nations are meeting in New Delhi for the 5th National Security Advisors' Meeting to strengthen regional security cooperation. The discussions focus on maritime security, counterterrorism, cybersecurity, piracy, organized crime, drug trafficking, disaster response, and the impact of the Strait of Hormuz crisis on the Bay of Bengal. India is hosting the two-day meeting as it pushes for stronger regional coordination and capacity building among South and Southeast Asian nations.

BIMSTEC NSA meeting | India hosts 7-nation security summit | Ajit Doval leads key talks

India has launched its campaign for a non-permanent UN Security Council seat for 2028-29, even as it continues demanding permanent membership. Why seek a temporary seat if the real goal is a permanent one? Scroll down to understand India's game plan.

If India wants a permanent UNSC seat, why is it still contesting for a temporary one? WION Decodes

Bangladeshi-born author Taslima Nasrin is set to return to Kolkata nearly 18 years after she was forced to leave the city following violent protests in 2007. The internationally acclaimed writer will participate in an event focused on secularism, freedom of expression, and resistance against religious fundamentalism. The program, organized by secular and rationalist groups in West Bengal, will provide Nasrin an opportunity to present her literary work and discuss issues related to free speech and women's rights. Taslima Nasrin has lived in exile across Europe and the United States after facing threats in both Bangladesh and India over her writings, including her controversial novel Lajja

Taslima Nasrin to return to Kolkata after nearly two decades | Free speech debate rekindled

A string of targeted killings in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir has claimed the lives of several terrorists linked to Hizbul Mujahideen, Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed since 2023. The latest case involves Hizbul terrorist Abdul Majid, who reportedly died in Islamabad.

Pakistan sees surge in killings of terrorists linked to Kashmir-focused groups

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Indian diaspora in Auckland during the final leg of his historic New Zealand visit. Speaking to a packed audience, PM Modi highlighted the deep people-to-people ties between India and New Zealand, praised the contribution of the Indian community, and reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening bilateral relations. The event marked the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to New Zealand in four decades and showcased growing cooperation in trade, education, culture, and strategic partnerships.

PM Modi addresses the Indian Diaspora in New Zealand

Buying certain alcohol-based oral medicines won't be as easy from January 2027. The government has ruled that medicines containing more than 12% alcohol and sold in bottles larger than 30 ml can no longer be sold over the counter. Scroll down to see which medicines are affected.

Prescription only: India changes rules for alcohol-based cough syrups and oral medicines

The “Honeymoon coach” on the Nandigram Express is generating buzz on the internet, with people shocked by the civic sense of the said couple. The ticket checker on duty has been suspended, and a case has been filed against the decorator.

Indian Railways invites criticism over 'Honeymoon coach' debacle, netizens question civic sense - 'Stupidity at its peak'

Why is PM Modi suddenly focusing so heavily on the eastern Indian Ocean? The answer lies in a narrow 900-km waterway called the Malacca Strait. WION Decodes.

Modi's Indo-Pacific push: Why the Malacca Strait matters to India's future

A crackdown on illegal construction in Gurugram’s DLF Phase-3 left families scrambling to gather their belongings in just one hour before their homes were sealed. People are demanding action against the landlord and the people who allowed it for years. 

Families paying lakhs in rent left homeless in Gurugram after only 1 hour warning

The world's most and least liked countries list the places people found the friendliest. The survey took into account 46,000 participants from across 85 countries. See if people find Indians nice or not, and which countries got a negative score.

Index ranks world's most and least liked countries. Check India's position

A devastating industrial accident at the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant claimed the lives of at least 10 workers after molten steel reportedly spilled during operations inside the facility. Several others were injured in the incident as emergency teams rushed to contain the situation and carry out rescue efforts.

Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the accident, while safety concerns at industrial plants have once again come under scrutiny. Visuals from the site showed heavy emergency deployment as workers and officials assessed the extent of the damage. The tragedy has sparked grief and outrage, with calls for stricter workplace safety measures and accountability.

Vizag Steel Plant Fire: 8 Workers Die After Molten Steel Spilled at Plant

India has launched a new centre dedicated to underwater robotics as it pushes deeper into ocean exploration, maritime security and next-generation autonomous systems. The move is also closely linked to the ambitious Matsya-6000 deep-sea mission.

Indian Govt's CMARS lab at NIOT to develop Marine Autonomous Robots

India just cracked the world's top 5 digital economies and ranks 4th in AI, beating Germany, France and Japan. But behind the rankings lies a damning contradiction, India holds 26% of global AI users yet attracts just 1% of global AI investment. Read here what SIDE-2026 report finds out.

India ranks 5th in Global Digital Economy, 4th in AI, but a capital gap threatens its ambitions: SIDE-26 report

India’s first hydrogen-powered train is set to launch on the Jind-Sonipat route after receiving approval from the Ministry of Railways. Developed in India, the train produces zero emissions and positions the country among global leaders using hydrogen-powered rail technology.

India set to launch first-ever 10-coach hydrogen train on Haryana’s Jind-Sonipat route | In Pics

India and Italy have entered a decisive phase in their bilateral relations, strengthening their Strategic Partnership with a shared focus on democracy, economic cooperation, and global stability. Both nations are expanding collaboration across trade, technology, defence, and cultural exchange, marking a new era in diplomatic engagement.


India-Italy Relations Enter Decisive Phase Under Strategic Partnership

Oracle has cancelled multiple campus placement and pre-placement offers (PPOs) at top Indian institutes including IITs and NITs. The move comes after large-scale global layoffs and internal restructuring, leaving many fresh graduates without job options at the final stage of placements.

Freshers hit as Oracle reportedly cancels job offers across top engineering institutes

India has cut oil and gas royalty rates, including major incentives for deepwater drilling, making domestic exploration cheaper as West Asia turmoil rattles global energy markets. The big question: Is this just policy reform, or India’s bigger push to shield itself from import shocks? 

India cuts oil, gas royalty in major policy shift as Modi pushes ‘Vocal for Local’ amid West Asia crisis

A video from Bengaluru shows a man attacking a woman on the road in broad daylight with a knife. Upon seeing this, people jump in and save her. The attacker is hit by several people multiple times. People are praising them for 

Viral video shows bystanders saving woman from knife attack in Bengaluru, she refuses to file complaint

The One District-One Cuisine scheme approved by Yogi Adityanath maps signature dishes across 75 districts to boost branding and exports. However, the list notably excludes popular non-vegetarian staples like kebabs and biryani, sparking debate.

NO galauti kebab! UP's 'One District-One Cuisine' list sidelines biryani, picks only veg items: FULL LIST here

Did that viral photo of a mother clutching her child really capture the Jabalpur boat tragedy’s most heartbreaking moment, or was public grief manipulated? Authorities now say the image may be fake, raising disturbing questions about misinformation in the middle of disaster. Scroll down.

Bargi Dam cruise boat tragedy: Heartbreaking photo of mother and son clinging to each other fake? Jabalpur collector says...

A bizarre incident happened in a town in Uttar Pradesh, India, where a man claimed that loud music being played in a wedding procession scared his chickens, which died from shock. The poultry farm owner filed a police complaint against the DJ. 

Deadly beats linked to mass chicken deaths in India: Loud DJ triggers cardiac arrest in 140 birds

Petroleum Ministry doubles daily 5 kg FTL LPG supply for migrant workers. Cylinders now available without address proof via distributors. Over 6.75 lakh sold since March 23, 2026. LPG supply stable nationwide amid West Asia conflict; states urged to ensure fair distribution.

India govt's BIG relief for migrant workers: Petroleum Ministry doubles allocation of 5 kg LPG cylinders

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Iran threatens U.S. | BIMSTEC summit | Toronto air quality worsens | Kyiv missile attack | WION News

Ajit Doval meets BIMSTEC security chiefs to boost regional security and counterterrorism cooperation

BIMSTEC NSA meeting | India hosts 7-nation security summit | Ajit Doval leads key talks

If India wants a permanent UNSC seat, why is it still contesting for a temp one?

Taslima Nasrin to return to Kolkata after nearly two decades | Free speech debate rekindled

Pakistan sees surge in killings of terrorists linked to Kashmir-focused groups

PM Modi addresses the Indian Diaspora in New Zealand

India changes rules for alcohol-based cough syrups and oral medicines

Indian Railways slammed for 'Honeymoon coach' issue - 'Stupidity at it's peak'

Modi's Indo-Pacific push: Why the Malacca Strait matters to India's future

Families paying lakhs in rent left homeless in Gurugram after only 1hr warning

Index ranks world's most and least liked countries. Check India's position

Vizag Steel Plant Fire: 8 Workers Die After Molten Steel Spilled at Plant

Indian Govt's CMARS lab at NIOT to develop Marine Autonomous Robots

India 5th in Digital Economy, 4th in AI, but capital gap threatens ambitions

India set to launch first-ever 10-coach hydrogen train in Haryana

India-Italy Relations Enter Decisive Phase Under Strategic Partnership

Job uncertainty rises as Oracle cancels placements at top institutes

India cuts oil, gas royalty in major policy shift. Here's why timing matters

Video shows people saving woman from knife attack, she refuses to file complaint

UP's 'One District-One Cuisine' list sidelines biryani, pick only veg items

Bargi Dam cruise boat tragedy: Pic of mother, son clinging to each other fake?

Deadly beats linked to mass chicken deaths: Loud DJ kills 140 birds

Centre's BIG relief for migrant workers: 5 kg LPG cylinders allocation doubled