MI5 chief warns Russia is UK’s ‘aggressor number one’ as Iran and AI threats grow

Nobel Peace Prize winner Navi Pillay calls on US to 'get back to' being defender of human rights

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‘My president, I mean my husband’: Trump's new press secretary Katie Zacharia's first briefing goes off the rails in 14 minutes

New OTT releases this week (October 12-18, 2026): Sacrifice, Koffee with Karan S9, Roadies Rebirth- 6 titles coming on Netflix, JioHotstar and more

Russian woman and Bihar boy's love story goes viral after she reaches India to marry him

Netanyahu wants to join Saudi's war on Houthis, but Crown Prince denies: Report

US Midterms 2026: In Alaska, cost-of-living anxiety meets strangest ballot in high-stakes Senate race

Inside Aneet Padda's 24th birthday bash with rumoured boyfriend Ahaan Panday and Alia Bhatt

F1 set to return to Africa for first time since 1993 

Trump accuses Houthis of driving up oil prices before US midterms, warns of consequences

UK school ditches technology, shifts from screen to pen and paper for learning

New Cold War: Why is China buying more gold? Explained

Durga Puja 2026: Kolkata roads get a splash of colours

Air India Flight from Frankfurt diverted to Jaipur after hijack alert, probe on

US politicians mistakenly use Indian, Russian warship images for Navy's birthday posts

‘How many people did she illegally bring from Somalia?’ Trump targets Ilhan Omar, questions her net worth

1,500 drones illuminate Mumbai sky as Cordelia Cruises unveils second ship, Cordelia Sky

CMs Vijay-Naidu meet in Vijayawada, discuss water sharing, river-linking

'Don't ever mess with nature!': Trump’s tiger attack post triggers social media backlash as victim's family issues heartbreaking tribute

Cornell University suspends fraternity parties over 2024 gang rape allegations

‘Rise up, young patriots!’: American singer Mary Millben says US donors funding CJP, backs Modi govt

France accuses Musk of ‘online harassment’ of European leaders, warns of poll interference

Marco Rubio to visit India next week, focus on energy cooperation and strategic ties

Anupam Kher joins Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana as Jatayu, new poster unveiled

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'Turn approver, resign, we'll forgive you': Rahul Gandhi claims receiving messages from CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Trump reconsidering calling off Nidal Hasan's execution livestream. Here's why

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Girl 'dead' for 8 hours wakes up at her own funeral, dad insists she wasn't breathing

Delhi Police arrest Cockroach Janta Party's Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka, Ajinkya Shinde in Jantar Mantar case, to be produced before court

Pakistan to chair UN-backed global Borrowers’ Platform as its own debt burden mounts, triggers sarcastic reactions on social media

'Ouch!!! That must hurt': Kangana Ranaut hails Kamal Haasan's sharp reply to Elon Musk over Starlink row

U.S. President Donald Trump rolled out a high-profile welcome for Chinese President Xi Jinping, drawing global attention and sparking debate about Washington's diplomatic priorities. The optics of the summit have prompted questions among observers about how the Trump administration engages strategic competitors while managing relationships with traditional allies. Supporters see the outreach as pragmatic diplomacy, while critics argue it sends mixed signals amid ongoing geopolitical competition between the world's two largest economies.


Trump's red carpet for Xi sparks questions about US diplomacy 

India's campaign for a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council has received fresh support from Mauritius, which praised New Delhi's constructive role in global affairs and called for its inclusion among the Council's permanent members. The endorsement comes amid growing international debate over long-pending UN reforms. Russia, Portugal and Mauritius have all voiced support for India's candidature, adding momentum to calls for a more representative and contemporary Security Council.


Russia backs India at UNGA, but flags limits on UNSC seat expansion 

Russia has reportedly launched fresh attacks targeting warehouses and infrastructure as casualties were reported across several regions linked to the conflict. Russian officials said two people were killed in Crimea, three in occupied Zaporizhzhia, and four in Krasnodar and Belgorod. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Moscow is not prepared to end the war, underscoring the deep divisions that continue to hinder prospects for peace as fighting intensifies on multiple fronts.


Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky says Russia is not prepared to end the war

The United States and Iran appear headed for another round of high-stakes diplomacy, even as U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly rejected an Iranian proposal linked to the Strait of Hormuz. Reports suggest talks could take place next week despite the setback. Trump claimed Iran is "losing so badly" that it now wants a deal, highlighting the deep tensions that continue to shape relations between Washington and Tehran. 


US-Iran war: Trump claims Iran is losing badly, rejects road map to open Hormuz

India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar delivered a strong address at the UN General Assembly, highlighting concerns over cross-border terrorism, maritime security, global conflicts, and trade disruptions. Stressing that "goodwill and friendship cannot coexist with terrorism," Jaishankar called for greater accountability and renewed multilateral cooperation. He also argued that the absence of war does not automatically mean peace and reiterated India's long-standing demand for overdue reforms of the United Nations system to better reflect current global realities.


Jaishankar at UNGA: India raises concerns over seafarers' safety, slams Pak's cross-border terrorism

Reports say Donald Trump has rejected Iran's latest peace plan, with doubts that Tehran will meet his demands. The plan, a seven-day proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, was reportedly offered through Qatar. Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi says Tehran is ready to implement it immediately. Reports also suggest Trump may resume bombing Iran after the midterm elections. We break down where talks stand and what could come next. Watch, and tell us your take.


US-Iran war: Reports suggest Trump skeptical Tehran will meet his demands 

Ethiopia is facing a fresh war threat as clashes between government forces and Tigray rebels shatter four years of fragile calm. The Tigray People's Liberation Front says "full-blown war is back," pointing to renewed fighting after the 2022 peace deal that ended a war which killed hundreds of thousands. We look at what triggered the latest clashes, why the truce is unravelling, and what could come next for the region. Watch the full breakdown.


Ethiopia: Tigray's fragile calm shatters after 4 years, residents stock up on sim cards, essentials

Fighting in Yemen is intensifying, and Saudi Arabia has issued alerts as tensions rise. Yemen's Saudi-backed leader has called for general mobilisation against the Houthis, urging the country to join the fight. The question now is whether ordinary Yemenis will answer that call. We look at what's driving the escalation, what mobilisation could mean on the ground, and what comes next. Watch the full breakdown, and tell us in the comments what you think happens now.


Yemen's war escalates: Saudi coalition says drones headed for Riyadh intercepted 

Xi Jinping has wrapped up his three-day state visit to the US, departing Washington with a 21-gun salute. Trump and Xi agreed on what both sides are calling "strategic stability," building on the framework set during Trump's May visit to Beijing. Trump called the talks a step forward, saying the two sides made "great strides." The two leaders are set to meet again at the APEC and G20 summits later this year. Watch the full breakdown.


Trump-Xi summit: Trump says US-China talks made 'great strides'

U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping discussed artificial intelligence and the future of “super intelligence” during their high-level summit. The talks highlight the growing importance of AI in China-U.S. relations, alongside broader discussions on technology, trade and strategic cooperation.


Trump-Xi Summit: China-US Leaders Discuss AI & 'Super Intelligence'

An Indian seafarer was killed after two torpedoes struck the port side of the India-bound MV Cape Dao off Musandam, Oman. The attack sparked an engine-room fire, while Omani forces rescued 27 survivors. The Forward Seamen's Union of India has raised concerns over maritime security and called for naval escorts.

FSUI: Two torpedoes hit port side of Indian-bound carrier 

The Polish army says a Russian Mi-8 helicopter briefly violated its airspace. It's the kind of incident that puts NATO's eastern flank on edge, even when it's short. We go through what Poland has reported, why airspace violations matter, and what could happen next. 

Russian MI-8 helicopter briefly 'violates' Polish airspace

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South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has backed a possible U.S.-North Korea summit, saying direct talks could help bring peace to the Korean Peninsula. Speaking at the UN General Assembly, Lee said Donald Trump’s willingness to meet Kim Jong Un offers an opportunity to revive long-suspended dialogue between Washington and Pyongyang.


Trump reopens the door to a new meeting with Kim Jong Un

Donald Trump personally welcomed Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews as the Chinese leader began his state visit to Washington. Xi received a lavish arrival ceremony featuring a 100-foot red carpet, US service members, national anthems and a B-1 bomber flyover.

What the Trump-Xi meet mean for the world order

A World War Two-era bomb discovered at Falmouth Docks has been towed to an exclusion zone in Falmouth Bay, police said. Around 2,000 residents evacuated from more than 300 homes have now been told they can return as authorities continue to deal with the unexploded bomb.

250-pound WWII bomb found in Falmouth harbour in England

Polls show broad opposition across Republicans, Democrats and Independents to AI expansion and Big Tech, with strong support for tighter regulation and limits on data centers.

Most Americans want greater federal AI oversight 

A new global food security warning suggests that the combined impact of El Niño weather patterns and the Iran war could push millions into acute hunger, with reports indicating up to 125 million people may require urgent food assistance. Experts say disruptions in energy, fertilizer supply chains and food trade are worsening an already fragile global hunger situation.

Asia prepares for record El Nino, food shock 

Universal Pictures will campaign Anne Hathaway in the Best Supporting Actress category for her role as Penelope in Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey. The decision ends months of speculation over Hathaway’s Oscar category and positions Matt Damon, who plays Odysseus, as the film’s lead acting contender.

Anne Hathaway to run in supporting race for Nolan's epic

Yemen’s Houthi rebels announced that a Saudi-led coalition airstrike on a prison in Al-Hazm, Al-Jawf province, killed nine detainees. The incident coincided with an escalation in hostilities, including reports of separate airstrikes in Mocha and Houthi cross-border drone and missile operations.


Houthis: Saudi Arabia Attack on Yemen prison kills nine

History will be made in Tochigi as reigning T20 World Champions India step onto the field against 41st-ranked Japan for their first-ever men's senior T20 International. Played under the landmark Suzuki Cup and marking 75 years of diplomatic relations between the two nations, this match gives local fans a front-row seat to world-class cricket right on Japanese soil. Led by Shreyas Iyer, the Men in Blue combine high-octane warm-up action for the Asian Games with a mission to inspire a rising cricket culture in a nation famously dominated by baseball.


India faces 41st-ranked Japan at Sano International ground in the Suzuki Cup 

New data reveals a striking trend in South Korea, an average of 382 minors were registered as business representatives every year between 2021-2025, including 22 kids aged five or younger. Of these, 21 reported annual earnings over 100 million won ($72,200), with one child under five among the top earners. Real estate and rental businesses dominate the list. Lawmaker Moon Jin-seok says it exposes deep inequality and is calling for tax authorities to probe whether families are using these setups to dodge inheritance taxes.


Nearly 400 South Korean minors listed as company heads annually

A Special Investigation Team probing missing donations at Ayodhya's Ram Temple has identified 105 instances of theft, up sharply from the 70 found in the earlier report. CCTV footage reportedly shows cash-counting staff hiding donations in their clothes, pockets and shoes. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta told the Supreme Court the chargesheet will be filed by September 25, the exact day the 90-day statutory period ends, after which the eight arrested accused could become eligible for default bail.


Ram Temple theft case: SIT finds 105 instances of donation theft, chargesheet due by Sept 25 

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has pledged to personally seek clemency from Saudi Arabia's king for Anojan Sivarasa, a young Tamil migrant worker reportedly sentenced to death over a Facebook comment deemed insulting to Islam. Sivarasa, originally handed five years in prison and a hefty fine, saw his sentence escalate to death after an appeal, his family says. The case stems from a heated online dispute during a Hindu pilgrimage. Sri Lanka's government is now pursuing both legal and diplomatic channels to save him.


Sri Lankan President seeks Saudi King's pardon for youth sentenced to death over Facebook post

Afghanistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has summoned Pakistan's Charge d'Affaires in Kabul, lodging a formal protest over airstrikes in Kunar and Paktika that it says violated Afghan sovereignty and territorial integrity. While Pakistan claims the strikes killed 28 militants, Kabul insists three civilians died, calling the claims baseless and urging Islamabad to address its own internal security issues instead. The UN has documented over 1,100 civilian deaths from cross-border violence in Afghanistan this year alone, as this now-familiar diplomatic standoff repeats itself.


Pakistan strikes Afghanistan: Taliban summons Pakistan's chargé d'affaires over Kunar strikes

The famous green-marble UN podium has witnessed decades of diplomatic drama, from fiery walkouts to fist-banging outbursts. Now it's Trump's turn again, as he addresses the 81st session of the UN General Assembly in New York on Tuesday, right after Brazil's Lula, who's expected to warn Trump against interfering in Brazil's elections. With the Iran war nearing its eighth month, Trump's speech will be closely watched, alongside sideline meetings with Gulf leaders, Zelensky, and Iran's Pezeshkian, at what could be one of UNGA's most consequential weeks yet.


The UN podium has seen it all: Trump set to address 81st UNGA session Tuesday 

Lithuania has pushed back against any EU softening on Belarus, insisting it's "not the time" to ease sanctions, even as Trump pressures Vilnius to reopen Belarusian potash transit through its Klaipeda port. Trump says the US is working on a "massive deal" to buy Belarusian potash for less than it currently pays Canada, escalating tensions with Ottawa. Lithuania's Foreign Minister maintains there are "no ways, means, or reasons" to reconsider sanctions, given Belarus's role in aiding Russia's war on Ukraine.


Lithuania says no reason to ease Belarus sanctions as Trump pushes 'massive' potash deal 

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