Terror strikes again: Cop shot down while guarding polio workers in Pakistan
A police officer assigned to guard a polio vaccination team was shot dead on Saturday when armed terrorists opened fire on them in Balochistan, Pakistan.
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‘Home-grown ills’: India hits back at Pakistan after Islamabad mosque attack
The Indian government on Friday issued a strong response to Pakistan following the deadly suicide attack at a mosque in Islamabad, saying Islamabad should address its internal challenges instead of blaming others for its “home-grown ills.”
Terror at Friday prayers in Pakistan mosque: ISIS claims responsibility
The Islamic State (IS) terror group has claimed responsibility for the suicide blast at a mosque in Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, that left at least 69 people dead on Friday, according to media reports.
Canada: Eight Toronto police officers charged in major corruption probe
Ontario: York Regional Police have charged seven serving Toronto Police Service officers, one retired officer and 19 other suspects following a seven-month corruption investigation linked to organized crime, shootings and a foiled murder plot, police said Thursday, as reported by CTV News.
US imposes new sanctions on Iran amid nuclear talks in Oman
The United States announced new sanctions on Friday targeting Iran's oil exports, including 14 vessels flagged from Turkey, India, and the UAE, shortly after indirect talks between the two nations concluded in Oman.
Islamabad shrine attack: Suicide bomber kills at least 69, sparks citywide emergency
At least 69 people were killed and more than 160 were injured after a suicide bomber detonated explosives at a Shia place of worship in Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, on Friday, according to local media and security officials.
Bangladesh on edge before polls: Inquilab Moncho protesters clash with police outside Yunus residence
Dhaka/IBNS: Violence returned to the streets of Bangladesh’s capital Dhaka on Friday, just days before the country heads into a crucial general election, as protests led by the Inquilab Moncho escalated into fierce clashes with police.
Horror in Islamabad: 31 killed as suspected suicide bomber strikes mosque during Friday prayers
At least 31 people were killed and 169 others injured after a suspected suicide bomber targeted a mosque in Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, during Friday prayers.
'I apologise': Bill Gates says Epstein meetings were a mistake he regrets 'every minute'
Microsoft co-founder and billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates has publicly expressed remorse over his past interactions with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, saying he regrets “every minute” spent with him.
Bloodbath at Friday prayers: Suicide bomb rips through Islamabad mosque, 15 dead
At least 15 worshippers were killed and dozens injured in a bomb blast at a mosque on the outskirts of Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, on Friday, media reports said.
Canada unveils new auto strategy to boost EV production, cut reliance on US market
Ottawa: Prime Minister Mark Carney on Thursday announced a sweeping new automotive strategy aimed at reducing Canada’s dependence on the US, accelerating electric vehicle production, and protecting auto workers amid shifting global trade dynamics.
'US can’t dictate terms to India': American journalist Tucker Carlson backs New Delhi’s rising power in trade talks
As negotiations over the India-US trade deal gather momentum, American journalist and former Fox News host Tucker Carlson has said that the United States no longer has the authority to dictate terms to India.
BREAKING: Blast reported at mosque in Pakistan’s capital Islamabad, several killed
Islamabad/IBNS: A blast was reported at a mosque in Pakistan’s capital Islamabad on Friday, media reports said.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani faces backlash over World Hijab Day post amid Iran protests
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has drawn criticism after his office posted a celebratory message on World Hijab Day, calling the head covering the “identity and pride” of Muslim women, a move critics say was tone-deaf amid ongoing protests in Iran against compulsory hijab laws.
'Democracy dies in billionaire hands': Jeff Bezos faces firestorm after Washington Post slashes one-third of its newsroom
The Washington Post has triggered a fierce international debate after announcing layoffs affecting nearly one-third of its workforce, including more than 300 newsroom employees.
‘Painful times in my marriage’: Melinda Gates reacts to Bill Gates being named in Epstein Files
The latest tranche of documents related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has surfaced several explosive but unverified claims, including allegations involving Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates.
‘India is free to buy oil from anyone’: Russia fires back at Trump’s crude deal claim
Moscow: Russia has said India is free to purchase oil from any country, responding to US President Donald Trump’s claim that New Delhi decided to stop buying crude from Moscow in favour of Washington and Venezuela, media reports said.
Forbes 30 Under 30 alumnus Gokce Guven charged with fraud in US
Another alumnus of Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list has been charged with fraud in the United States, adding to a growing list of high-profile cases involving young startup founders, media reports said.
Canada names Bill Blair envoy to UK, Nathalie Drouin ambassador to France
Ottawa: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Monday announced his intention to appoint former cabinet minister Bill Blair as Canada’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom and senior public servant Nathalie G. Drouin as Ambassador to France and Monaco, as Ottawa seeks to deepen ties with two of its closest allies.
Security forces handicapped: Pakistan Defence Minister’s shock admission on Baloch violence
Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has acknowledged in the National Assembly that the country’s security forces face significant operational challenges in countering Baloch insurgents due to the vast geographical expanse of the region.
Who was Saif al-Islam Gaddafi? Inside the violent end of Libya's ex-dictator's son
Saif al-Islam Gaddafi once symbolised Libya’s future to the outside world — Western-educated, reform-minded and presented as the bridge between authoritarian rule and global acceptance.
From ex-US First Lady’s past to murder charge: Who is William Stevenson?
Former US President Joe Biden's wife Jill Biden's ex-husband has been charged with the killing of his current wife at their Delaware home in December, police said.
Epstein Files bombshell: Noam Chomsky advised sex offender to brush off public fury
Left-wing academic Noam Chomsky had advised convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein to ignore public outrage and media scrutiny over allegations of sexual abuse, according to claims in the latest tranche of the so-called Epstein Files, media reports said.
Punjabi Devils founder busted: Stockton Gang leader pleads guilty in US in machine gun case
Jashanpreet Singh, founder and leader of the Punjabi Devils Motorcycle Club, has pleaded guilty in a U.S. federal court to unlawfully dealing in firearms and possessing a machine gun.
France strikes big: Elon Musk’s X platform targeted in sudden prosecutor raid!
Paris prosecutors have raided the offices belonging to tech entrepreneur Elon Musk's X in France, media reports said.
Canada: New Brunswick trade mission to India targets deeper commercial ties
Toronto: A trade mission from the Canadian province of New Brunswick will visit India from February 2 to 6, 2026, aiming to strengthen commercial ties and explore new partnership opportunities in one of the world’s fastest-growing markets.
Alberta separatist group confirms U.S. meetings, declines to name Trump-era officials
An Alberta-based separatist group has confirmed holding meetings with senior officials from the administration of US President Donald Trump but said it will not disclose their identities, citing confidentiality agreements, amid heightened political tensions with Ottawa.
Female suicide attackers emerge at centre of deadly BLA assaults that rocked Pakistan’s Balochistan
The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) has released photographs of two suicide attackers involved in the recent wave of coordinated, large-scale assaults across Pakistan’s restive Balochistan province.
Who was Pradeep Tamang? Nepal-born police officer killed in US hotel shootout
A Nepal-born police officer was killed and another critically injured in a shooting incident in the United States on Sunday while responding to a fraud-related call at a hotel near Stone Mountain, officials said.
India slams Pakistan’s ‘baseless’ Balochistan claims amid deadly attacks
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Sunday dismissed Pakistan’s allegations linking the recent attacks in Balochistan to India as “baseless.”