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Maduro, Flores arraignment in New York: What happened?

During their first court appearance in New York, Venezuela's deposed dictator Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, pleaded not guilty to all charges and accused the United States government of abducting them from their home in Venezuela, CNN reported.

2026-01-06T00:24:32.550433+00:00 IST

Major parties in talks to form alliance for National Assembly pol

Four major political parties represented in the dissolved House of Representatives are preparing to form an alliance for the upcoming National Assembly election scheduled for January 25, The Kathmandu Post reported.

2026-01-05T23:40:02.921024+00:00 IST

Pak: Private university student jumps from fourth floor in Lahore

In another troubling incident at a private university in Lahore, a female student attempted suicide on Monday by jumping from the fourth floor of the campus building, police and university sources said, ARY News reported.

2026-01-05T23:26:27.427013+00:00 IST

Delcy Rodríguez takes oath as Venezuela’s acting president

Delcy Rodriguez has officially taken office as Venezuela's acting president, CNN reported. The oath of office was administered on Monday afternoon by her brother, National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez.

2026-01-05T23:17:34.786289+00:00 IST

Jamaat flags lack of neutral election environment in Bangladesh

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami on Monday said that the conditions for a free, fair, and impartial election have not yet been established in the country, accusing the government of showing bias toward a particular political party, Dhaka Tribune reported.

2026-01-05T21:31:41.071208+00:00 IST

Invasive 'alien' fish spreads in Pakistani waters

WWF-Pakistan has cautioned that an invasive fish species has been detected in water bodies across Sindh and Lower Punjab, warning that its spread poses a serious threat to aquatic biodiversity and the fisheries economy, Geo TV reported.

2026-01-05T21:30:24.204520+00:00 IST

Venezuela orders arrest of those backing US attack

The Venezuelan government on Monday published a decree declaring a State of External Commotion, granting sweeping powers to the presidency and instructing security forces to detain "any person involved in the promotion or support" of what it described as a US attack against the South American country, CNN reported.

2026-01-05T21:14:28.820650+00:00 IST

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Bangladesh Interim Govt leader calls to to ensure security during

In a post on X, Yunus said that cyber crimes will be dealt very sternly.

2025-12-28T15:17:25.621954+00:00 IST

Could have stayed in Mumbai: US influencer mocks death of Indian

American influencer Andrew Branca sparked outrage after mocking the death of Indian-origin man Prashant Sreekumar in Canada, posting racist remarks and anti-India content on X. His comments targeted Indian migrants, healthcare systems, and culture, drawing widespread criticism online.

2025-12-28T14:35:29.892921+00:00 IST

Zelenskyy, Trump to hold Florida peace talks amid Russia strikes

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to meet US President Donald Trump in Palm Beach as Russia continues attacks on Ukraine. The talks aim to finalise a peace framework, with most terms reportedly agreed, though key issues like land concessions and security guarantees remain unresolved.

2025-12-28T12:45:12.988801+00:00 IST

Europe

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“Europe close to World War 3,” says Russian Foreign Ministry

Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova claimed Ukraine is planning a false-flag drone attack in Poland or Romania to blame Moscow and provoke NATO, RT reported. She warned, "Europe has never been so close to the outbreak of World War 3 in modern history."

2025-09-28T17:29:20.226628+00:00 IST

Denmark bans civilian drones ahead of EU summit security

Denmark has banned civilian drones ahead of an EU summit after repeated sightings near military sites, Al Jazeera reported. Authorities called it a security measure, with violations punishable by prison. NATO has boosted Baltic Sea patrols, while Denmark suggested Russia could be behind the incidents, a claim Moscow denies.

2025-09-28T17:05:24.438711+00:00 IST

Indian community contributes wherever it goes: Vikram Doraiswami

The run saw enthusiastic participation from across the community. Speaking to ANI, a participant wearing Viksit Bharat run T-shirt said, "As soon as we came to know that a race was being held here under the 'Seva Pakhwada,' we came here and participated in the race... We request everyone to participate in the race with great enthusiasm."

2025-09-28T16:06:59.423386+00:00 IST

Pacific

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5.6 magnitude earthquake jolts Indonesia

Java [Indonesia], May 18 (ANI): An earthquake measuring 5.6 on the Ritcher Scale rattled Indonesia on Saturday morning, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC).

2019-05-18T03:48:10.952847+00:00 IST

Parliamentary polls begin in Australia

Canberra [Australia], May 18 (ANI): Australia kick-started polling on Saturday morning to elect their next Prime Minister and members of Parliament.

2019-05-18T01:31:06.794440+00:00 IST

6.0 magnitude quake rocks Papua New Guinea

New Ireland Province [Papua New Guinea], May 18 (ANI): An earthquake measuring 6.0 on the Richter scale rocked the New Ireland region late on Friday night, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS).

2019-05-18T00:06:20.283659+00:00 IST

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Canada: One dead, five injured after shooting in Toronto

One person was killed while five others were injured during a shooting in Toronto's Lawrence Heights on Tuesday (local time), CBC news reported citing the police.

2025-06-04T12:36:39.475998+00:00 IST

Egypt: All-party delegation holds interactive session

The delegation emphasised India's resolute stance against terrorism and highlighted Egypt's solidarity with India in countering this global threat.

2025-06-04T10:25:13.545934+00:00 IST

India’s policy of resolve is an effective deterrent: Ex-envoy

India's former UN envoy Syed Akbaruddin said the all-party delegation's visit to four countries helped strengthen ties and counter terrorism. He highlighted India's shift from restraint to resolve and said such visits build long-term narratives and boost India's soft power globally.

2025-06-04T09:19:59.709314+00:00 IST

Asia

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USISPF hosts US Amb Gor to discuss AI

The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) on Wednesday hosted US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, for a high-level closed-door luncheon at the India AI Impact Summit 2026.

2026-02-18T12:57:06.431068+00:00 IST

Traders protest as admin overreach, road chaos cripple Rawalpindi

The protest was organised by the Rawalpindi Central Traders Association in response to what shopkeepers described as relentless crackdowns by multiple provincial and district authorities, as reported by Dawn.

2026-02-18T12:40:37.267417+00:00 IST

“India should focus on applied AI”: Kore.ai CEO Raj Koneru

Kore.ai CEO Raj Koneru told ANI that India should prioritise "applied AI" over creating expensive models. He dismissed job-loss fears, asserting that people will adapt by learning new skills. Koneru emphasised that India's vast human potential makes it uniquely suited to lead the global AI revolution.

2026-02-18T12:29:01.699428+00:00 IST

Middle East

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Israel raids UNRWA Jerusalem headquarters

In a statement on X, the agency's Commissioner-General, Philippe Lazzarini, said Israeli police, accompanied by municipal officials, forcibly entered its compound in Sheikh Jarrah early on Monday morning.

2025-12-09T03:41:57.437115+00:00 IST

Families demand last hostage returned before Gaza Deal advances

The Hostages and Missing Families Forum said Monday that Israel must not advance to the next phase of its hostage agreement with Hamas until the remains of the last hostage, Police Master Sgt. Ran Gvili, is returned home.

2025-12-08T09:30:09.707883+00:00 IST

BRIDGE Summit 2025 opens in Abu Dhabi

The event features over 400 international speakers and 300 exhibitors taking part in the region's largest media and content gathering.

2025-12-08T08:59:36.264201+00:00 IST

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Europe

Switzerland freezes Swiss-based assets linked to Nicolás Maduro

"Venezuela: With immediate effect, Switzerland is freezing any Swiss-based assets linked to Nicolas Maduro. If any assets turn out to be of illicit origin, Switzerland will do its best to ensure that these benefit the Venezuelan population," the Swiss government said in the post on X.

2026-01-05T20:36:19.630115+00:00 IST

Asia

7-year-old boy killed in water tanker accident in Karachi

A seven-year-old boy was killed on Monday after being hit by a water tanker in Karachi's Manghopir area, police and rescue officials said, marking yet another fatal incident involving a heavy vehicle, Dawn reported.

2026-01-05T19:45:23.851752+00:00 IST

Maduro’s son calls father’s capture "kidnapping"

Nicolas Maduro Guerra, son of Venezuela's deposed dictator, on Monday described the US capture of his father as a "kidnapping" and called for "international solidarity" to facilitate his return to Venezuela, CNN reported.

2026-01-05T19:41:51.027906+00:00 IST

Lawyer says Cilia Flores injured during capture by US forces

Venezuela's deposed dictator Nicolas Maduro's wife, Cilia Flores, sustained "significant injuries" during her capture in Venezuela over the weekend as part of a US military operation, her lawyer told the federal judge, CNN reported.

2026-01-05T19:20:04.503262+00:00 IST

America "far stronger and more respected": Trump claims US will soon receive $600 billion from tariffs, hits out at media

"Because of Tariffs, our Country is financially, AND FROM A NATIONAL SECURITY STANDPOINT, FAR STRONGER AND MORE RESPECTED THAN EVER BEFORE. GOD BLESS AMERICA!" Trump said in a post on Truth Social.

2026-01-05T19:11:05.710308+00:00 IST

Maduro pleads not guilty to federal charges in US court

Speaking directly to the judge within minutes of the hearing, Maduro said, "I was captured at my home in Caracas, Venezuela."

2026-01-05T18:51:45.031922+00:00 IST

Asia

“Good friend and partner of LAC countries”: Chinese FM spox

China's Foreign Ministry stated that Beijing remains a consistent and reliable partner to Latin American and Caribbean countries, stressing non-interference, respect for sovereignty, mutual benefit and opposition to hegemony, while pledging deeper cooperation based on equality and shared interests.

2026-01-05T18:29:47.998498+00:00 IST

Asia

ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Trophy Tour reaches Nepal

The ICC Men's T20 World Cup trophy reached Kathmandu as part of its global tour, where it was unveiled by Nepal's President and cricket officials, highlighting Nepal's growing presence in world cricket ahead of the tournament starting next month.

2026-01-05T18:28:27.395205+00:00 IST

“The freedom of Venezuela is near”: Maria Machado

The current developments stem from a pre-dawn US operation inside Venezuela on Saturday, during which dictator Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, were detained and transferred to a US naval vessel before being flown to New York.

2026-01-05T18:04:05.889086+00:00 IST

Asia

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz to visit India on January 12–13

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will pay an official visit to India from January 12 to 13, at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on Monday.

2026-01-05T17:36:50.237930+00:00 IST

“Deeply concerned over instability in Venezuela”: UN chief

UN chief Antonio Guterres warned the Security Council that US military action against Venezuela risks instability and violates international law, as deposed leader Nicolas Maduro faces criminal charges in New York, raising concerns over regional impact and global precedents.

2026-01-05T17:06:46.114282+00:00 IST

Europe

EAM Jaishankar meets IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol in Paris

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol in Paris and discussed the global energy scenario, appreciating Birol's assessment and support for India's growth and development.

2026-01-05T16:07:08.315555+00:00 IST

Minnesota Governor exits third-term race amid welfare scandal

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz will not seek a third term amid political pressure over a welfare-fraud scandal. He said he cannot fully commit to a campaign and wants to focus on addressing fraud and serving the people of Minnesota.

2026-01-05T15:32:31.497175+00:00 IST

Asia

“Avoid non-essential travel to Iran until further notice”: MEA

India has issued a travel advisory for Iran, asking its nationals to avoid non-essential travel. Indians and PIOs in Iran have been urged to exercise caution, avoid protest areas, follow Embassy updates and register with the Indian Embassy.

2026-01-05T15:06:31.950486+00:00 IST