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US launches 'deadly' strike on ISIS in Nigeria

The United States on Thursday launched a 'deadly' strike against the terror organisation Islamic State in Northwest Nigeria, President Donald Trump said. IMAGE: US President Donald Trump takes......

US to pause visa for Russia, Iran among 75 countries from Jan 21

The US State Department is set to pause visa processing for applicants from 75 countries, including Russia and Iran, as part of a crackdown on those immigrants deemed likely to become a "public......

World Welcomes 2026 With Dazzling Celebrations

The world welcomed 2026 with spectacular celebrations across continents. From dazzling fireworks illuminating iconic landmarks like the London Eye, Marina Bay, and Copacabana beach to intimate......

China mulls military base in Pakistan: Pentagon

A report by the Pentagon highlights the cooperation between China and Pakistan in sectors such as defence and space, adding that Beijing "likely also considered" setting up a base in Pakistan.......

US expands travel ban, restrictions to 20 more nations. Check list

The Trump administration has expanded its travel ban and restrictions to 20 additional nations as well as the Palestinian Authority as part of its efforts to "protect US national security and......

Iran-Israel war: India ramps up oil imports from Russia, US in June

India has ramped up purchases of Russian oil in June, importing more than the combined volumes from Middle Eastern suppliers such as Saudi Arabia and Iraq, amid market volatility triggered by......

Would you buy Starlink plans at 3K-4.2K/month?

The company had announced similar pricing for Sri Lanka, where its application was in advanced stages of regulatory clearance. IMAGE: Kindly note that this image has been posted for......

Mango exports to the US see healthy growth

India's mango exports to the US are registering healthy growth, and irradiation operations at a key mango treatment facility in Mumbai have been normalised after a brief disruption due to a data......

Strait of Hormuz closure: How it will impact India

US strikes on Iran's three main nuclear facilities have once again raised concerns that Tehran might shut down the Strait of Hormuz - one of the world's most critical chokepoints, through which a......

L&T Q4 net profit jumps 25% to Rs 5,497 crore, beats Street estimates

Engineering and construction major Larsen & Toubro (L&T) reported a 25 per cent rise in net profit attributable to the owners of the company for the January–March quarter of 2024-25, owing to......

UK boxer Anthony Joshua injured in Nigeria car crash

Joshua had been taken to a hospital for checks and treatment. He was stable and would remain under observation. IMAGE: In this picture obtained from social media, former heavyweight boxing......

Boxer Anthony Joshua's driver charged over deadly Nigeria crash

IMAGE: British boxer Anthony Joshua gets into an emergency responders' vehicle after being involved in a car crash, in which he sustained minor injuries, in Ogun State, Nigeria, on December 29,......

Slot welcomes Salah back after public spat

IMAGE: Egypt's Mohamed Salah reacts. Photograph: Amr Abdallah Dalsh/Reuters Liverpool coach Arne Slot said he was delighted to have Mohamed Salah returning from Africa Cup of Nations duty soon,......

Nigeria joins India in race to host 2030 CWG!

Canada had also earlier expressed interest to bid for the 2030 CWG but later withdrew citing budgetary constraints. IMAGE: Gujarat sports minister Harsh Sanghavi poses with Commonwealth Sport......

PT Usha confident India will win 2030 CWG bid

IMAGE: Indian Olympic Committee President P T Usha. Photograph: Kind Courtesy P T Usha/X Indian Olympic Association president P T Usha is confident about securing the hosting rights of the 2030......