Authorities in India’s capital, Delhi, have announced a citywide crackdown on fire safety violations following a devastating hotel fire that killed 21 people, including several foreign nationals. Read More: Kashmiris warn India its crackdown is turning some to militancy The blaze erupted at a hotel in the Malviya Nagar area of New Delhi on Wednesday, making it […]
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Hungary, Ukraine reach deal on minority rights
Hungary has reached an agreement with Ukraine on restoring and expanding the rights of the Hungarian minority living in the Transcarpathia region, a move that could help advance Ukraine’s long-stalled bid to begin accession negotiations with the European Union. Read More: Hungary signals shift on Ukraine EU bid Announcing the development, Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar said the […]
North Korea says nuclear material capacity has doubled
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has said the country’s capacity to produce weapons-grade nuclear material has more than doubled over the past five years, signaling Pyongyang’s continued commitment to expanding its nuclear arsenal. Read More: North Korea may have made more nuclear bombs According to the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), Kim made the remarks during […]
Israel, Lebanon agreed to ceasefire aimed at ending months of hostilities
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to implement a ceasefire aimed at ending months of hostilities, a development that has raised hopes for a broader agreement involving Iran and the United States to ease tensions across the Middle East. Read More: Lebanon ceasefire extended by 45 days The ceasefire was announced by the Trump administration following negotiations […]
US House of Representatives approved a resolution amid limit Trump’s war authority against Iran
The United States (US) House of Representatives has approved a resolution aimed at limiting President Donald Trump’s authority to continue military action against Iran without explicit congressional approval, marking a significant challenge to the administration’s war policy. Read More: Resolution moved in US House to designate Mar 23 as a Pakistan Day The resolution passed on Wednesday […]
Storm Jangmi disrupts life across Japan
Severe tropical storm Jangmi swept across Japan on Wednesday, bringing heavy rainfall, strong winds and widespread disruption to transportation, businesses and public services, while leaving nearly 60,000 households without electricity. Read More: Nearly 600,000 advised to evacuate as storm Krosa makes landfall According to Japan’s Meteorological Agency, the centre of the storm was located about 150 kilometres […]
US weighs new tariffs on major trading partners
The United States (US) is considering imposing additional import tariffs of at least 10 per cent on a range of major trading partners as part of a broader effort to address concerns related to forced labour and trade practices. Read More: US proposes tariffs on Pakistan over labour concerns According to international media reports, the proposed measures would […]
Ukrainian drones target Saint Petersburg during economic forum
Ukrainian drones struck energy and military facilities in Saint Petersburg early Wednesday, coinciding with the opening of Russia’s flagship economic forum and highlighting the continued reach of the conflict beyond frontline areas. Read More: Ukraine drone strikes hit Kursk nuclear plant and Russian fuel hub According to Russian officials, several infrastructure sites were damaged in the […]
Kuwait suspends flights after reported drone strike
Kuwait has suspended air traffic at its main international airport after authorities reported that an Iranian drone strike targeted a passenger terminal, causing injuries and damage to airport infrastructure. Read More: Iran US tensions rise after Gulf attacks According to Kuwaiti officials, the attack struck Terminal One at Kuwait International Airport on Wednesday, prompting an immediate […]
US disables tanker accused of violating Iran blockade
The United States (US) military says it has disabled another tanker accused of violating a US-imposed blockade on Iranian ports, marking the latest escalation in tensions linked to the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel. Read More: US blockade still in place despite Trump’s announcement According to the US Central Command (CENTCOM), the […]