The end of 'Orbánism': Hungary votes out Viktor Orbán after 16 years in power
Viktor Orbán has conceded defeat in Hungary’s 2026 election, bringing an end to his 16-year tenure in power.
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Unpaid hotel bills overshadow Pakistan’s hosting of US–Iran talks in Islamabad
A diplomatic initiative in Islamabad has drawn scrutiny after reports that the Pakistani government failed to settle dues for the venue hosting recent US–Iran discussions.
Pakistan: Protest storm hits Balochistan Assembly after Quetta killing, Hazara deaths
Members from both the opposition and treasury benches in the Balochistan Assembly staged protests over the killing of a man in Quetta, media reports said.
Mob takes cops hostage during child recovery raid in Pakistan, dramatic rescue follows
Police in Pakistan have rescued five personnel, including a woman constable, who were taken hostage by a mob during a court-ordered raid to recover a nine-year-old boy from a village on Monday.
Amazon worker dies on warehouse floor, co-workers told to keep working: Report
An employee of Amazon died at a warehouse in Troutdale, Oregon, recently, with co-workers alleging that operations continued for some time even after the incident occurred.
Is it Epstein being cared for: Iranian Embassy targets Trump over 'Jesus' image
The ongoing tensions between the United States and Iran are increasingly playing out beyond the battlefield, spilling over into social media exchanges between the two sides.
Iran Embassy in Australia drops stunning video of Tehran’s Iran Mall amid Middle East crisis
The Iranian Embassy in Australia showcased a contrasting image with a video showing the 'world's largest mall' in Tehran, where people could be seen enjoying peaceful moments amid the ongoing turmoil in the Middle East.
Kim Jong Un watches as North Korea fires cruise, anti-ship missiles from naval destroyer
North Korea has conducted test-firings of strategic cruise missiles and anti-ship missiles from its naval destroyer Choe Hyon, in an exercise closely observed by its supreme leader Kim Jong Un, according to state media.
'Approach and be destroyed': Trump warns Iran as US tightens naval blockade
US President Donald Trump has issued a sharp warning to Iran, saying any fast-attack vessels approaching the American naval blockade around Iranian ports will be “immediately eliminated.”
Tribute sparks row: Pakistan regulator pulls up channel over Asha Bhosle coverage
A tribute to legendary singer Asha Bhosle has triggered a regulatory controversy in Pakistan, with the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority issuing a show-cause notice to Geo News.
Deal blows up: Netanyahu-Vance call triggers US-Iran blame war
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has disclosed details of a crucial phone call with US Vice President JD Vance, made mid-air as he departed Islamabad after marathon peace talks between Washington and Tehran collapsed, media reports said.
Finland’s president to visit Canada as Ottawa pushes deeper Arctic, defence ties
Ottawa: Finnish President Alexander Stubb will visit Ottawa from April 14 to 15 for talks with Prime Minister Mark Carney, marking their first formal bilateral meeting.
Terror strikes polio drive: Cop killed on Day 1 of vaccination campaign in Pakistan
At least one policeman was killed and four others injured after a police team came under attack while en route to provide security for polio vaccination workers in Pakistan’s Hangu District on Monday.
No port in Middle East will be safe: Iran issues chilling warning after US blockade announcement
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Monday warned that “no port in the Gulf and the Sea of Oman will be safe” after the United States warned of imposing a naval blockade on vessels entering and leaving Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz—a move that could sharply escalate tensions in the Middle East.
Job offer turns nightmare: Woman allegedly raped in Pakistan after social media trap
A young woman was allegedly raped in Pakistan’s Chenab Nagar after being lured to a house by a man who promised her a job.
From Chicago 1893 to Seattle 2026: Swami Vivekananda's first-ever life-size statue unveiled in US
In a significant development for India–US cultural relations, a life-size bronze statue of Swami Vivekananda has been unveiled at Westlake Square in Seattle.
Birthday turns tragic: Indian-origin engineer swept away in California whirlpool, dies
A 26-year-old Indian-origin software engineer from Andhra Pradesh died after being swept away by a strong current while visiting a waterfall in the US state of California, authorities said.
Horror in US: Indian toddler, allegedly forced to eat diapers, dies, parents arrested
The death of a two-year-old child in the US state of Indiana has raised serious concerns about alleged neglect and the living conditions inside a home, authorities said.
Who is Roman Gofman? Israel appoints new chief of Mossad intelligence agency
Maj. Gen. Roman Gofman, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s military secretary, has been appointed as the next chief of Mossad intelligence agency, the country's Prime Minister's Office confirmed.
After 40-day closure, Abu Dhabi’s BAPS Temple set to reopen — What devotees need to do?
The BAPS Hindu Mandir Abu Dhabi is set to reopen its doors to devotees on April 14, following a temporary closure of nearly 40 days amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East.
I don’t care if they come back or not, says Trump after Iran talks collapse
US President Donald Trump on Sunday said he is indifferent to whether Iran returns to negotiations, making the remarks hours after announcing a naval blockade targeting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz following stalled talks with Tehran.
Gunmen strike in Pakistan: Two Hazara community members shot dead
At least two members of the Hazara community were killed and three others injured in a suspected targeted attack in Quetta on Sunday, according to media reports.
Trump orders Strait of Hormuz blockade after Iran-US talks fail in Pakistan
Donald Trump on Sunday said the United States Navy would begin blockading ships in the Strait of Hormuz following Iran’s refusal to give up its nuclear ambitions after high-stakes talks held in Pakistan.
Electricity shock in Pakistan: Bills to rise again from April
Pakistan’s households are set to face higher electricity costs after the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) approved an increase in tariffs under the monthly fuel price adjustment (FPA), according to media reports.
From 18 to 87: Over 500 arrested in London for backing banned group
At least 500 people were arrested in London during protests against the government’s ban on Palestine Action.
Bangladesh: Pir killed over alleged insult to Islam; Hindu homes attacked in separate incidents
A 'pir' (Muslim spiritual leader) was hacked to death over an accusation of insulting Islam, while in a separate incident, Hindu houses and shops were vandalised in Bangladesh recently.
No breakthrough in US-Iran talks, says JD Vance as ceasefire hangs by a thread
No progress was made during 21 hours of high-stakes negotiations between the United States and Iran held in Pakistan, US Vice President JD Vance said on Sunday.
Artemis II crew returns safely, marking historic first lunar mission for Canadian astronaut
The crew of Artemis II splashed down safely in the Pacific Ocean off San Diego on Friday, capping a nearly 10-day mission that marked a historic milestone for Canada’s role in human spaceflight.
US-Iran talks underway in Islamabad as Pakistan steps in to broker high-stakes peace deal
Islamabad/IBNS: In a significant diplomatic development, senior officials from the United States and Iran have begun direct negotiations in Islamabad, marking their first face-to-face engagement at this level since 1979.
Bloodshed in broad daylight: Peace committee member among 5 shot dead in Pakistan
At least five people, including a member of a local peace committee, were shot dead in separate incidents in Pakistan’s Tank and Dera regions on Friday, according to media reports.