INDIA
India-Canada tensions: How US, other 'Five Eyes' nations have reacted so far
New Delhi has firmly rejected allegations of involvement in criminal activities within Canada, specifically responding to Trudeau's assertion that Ottawa had provided evidence regarding the assassination of Khalistani separatist leader Nijjar.
WORLD
'Extremely serious allegations': US on India-Canada diplomatic row
India and Canada expelled each other's ambassadors on Monday, following Canada's allegations of heightened Indian involvement in operations against Sikh separatists, with Canadian PM Trudeau declaring that New Delhi had made a "fundamental error."
WORLD
How Israel eliminated Hezbollah chief Nasrallah’s replacement and his replacement’s replacement
Netanyahu, in a video message, said the Israeli military "took out thousands of terrorists, including Nasrallah himself and Nasrallah's replacement and the replacement of his replacement".
WORLD
Operation Shadabad: How Israeli spies infiltrated, sabotaged Iran's top secret nuclear facility
The Shadabad workshop was identified as a "covert" facility that had not been disclosed to the IAEA, located in southwestern Tehran.
WORLD
Israel vs Iran: Who's stronger? A comparison of military strength
Israel has 170,000 active military personnel, along with 465,000 reserves and 35,000 paramilitary forces, while Iran boasts a larger military force, comprising 610,000 active personnel, 350,000 reservists, and 220,000 paramilitary forces.
WORLD
Iran rains down hypersonic missile Fattah on Israel: How powerful is it?
Iran's hypersonic missile, the Fattah, reportedly has a range of 1,400 kilometers (870 miles) and can reach speeds of up to Mach 15 (5.1 kilometers or 3.2 miles per second) before striking its target.
WORLD
Watch: Chilling footage of Iranian hypersonic missiles raining down on Israeli air base
Israeli officials have reportedly hinted at plans for a “significant retaliation” against Iran following Tuesday’s large-scale ballistic missile attack.
WORLD
Jaishankar expresses concern amid rising Middle East tensions
India has long supported a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestine conflict, with PM Modi being among the first global leaders to condemn Hamas' attacks on Israel last October, while also expressing concerns about the worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza.
WORLD
What are bunker busters? US-made bomb used by Israel to kill Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah
Bunker buster bombs are specialised weapons weighing 2,000 to 4,000 pounds, capable of penetrating hardened targets or deep underground facilities, including military bunkers, up to 30 meters of earth or six meters of reinforced concrete.
WORLD
Four killed as Israel strikes Beirut in first attack within city limits
The strike, carried out by an Israeli drone, hit a flat in the predominantly Sunni neighborhood of Kola, close to Beirut airport, belonging to members of the Lebanese Islamist group Jamaa Islamiya, which has historical ties to the Muslim Brotherhood.
INDIA
10 years of 'Mann Ki Baat': How PM Modi's radio show became a beacon of positivity and connection
PM Modi, addressing his 'countrymen', described the occasion as "emotional," highlighting how "Mann Ki Baat" has become a unique platform celebrating the spirit of India and the collective strength of its people.
INDIA
'When India lands on the moon': Jaishankar celebrates India's transformative policies at UNGA
Jaishankar reiterated India's commitment to global well-being, mentioning projects across 78 nations, resource support to neighboring countries, and responses to humanitarian crises.
WORLD
'Cross-border terrorism will never ...': Jaishankar blasts Pakistan for 'radicalisation' at UNGA
Jaishankar also highlighted global crises like the Israel-Hamas conflict and the Ukraine war, urging the international community to uphold international law and reform institutions like the UN to combat rising polarisation.
INDIA
Global leaders back India's bid for permanent UNSC membership at UNGA
India, which recently completed a two-year term as a non-permanent member of the UNSC, has been a vocal proponent of reforms to the 15-member body, arguing that its composition - established in 1945 - no longer reflects current geopolitical dynamics.
WORLD
'No place in Iran where Israel can't reach': Netanyahu vows to keep striking Hezbollah at UNGA
"Israel has been patient long enough," Netanyahu stated, referring to the ongoing hostilities with Hezbollah, an Iran-backed militant group in southern Lebanon.
WORLD
Kamala Harris makes first border visit as Democratic Nominee as White House race heats up
Harris is expected to propose stricter asylum regulations, marking a departure from Biden's immigration policies.
WORLD
'President Putin wants war to stop': Trump says on meeting Ukrainian Prez Zelenskyy in New York
Zelensky, who had met with President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris the previous day, expressed hope for a shared vision with Trump on ending the war, stating, "Putin can't win, and Ukraine has to prevail."
WORLD
Hezbollah fires ballistic missile at Mossad HQ near Tel Aviv as tensions flare up
This marks the first instance in which Hezbollah has claimed to have executed a ballistic missile strike since the ongoing conflict escalated following Hamas' attack on October 7.
WORLD
Sri Lanka's 16th Prime Minister, Harini Amarasuriya, has a Delhi connection: Here's how
As a first-time lawmaker and university professor, Amarasuriya's appointment marks a significant milestone for Hindu College, which has produced numerous notable figures, including actors, national cricketers, and political leaders.
WORLD
'75% has been resolved, next step is ...': Jaishankar addresses border issues with China
Jaishankar pointed to past border clashes, including the 2020 Galwan Valley incident, remarking that this event has since cast a shadow over bilateral relations, and reiterated that restoring peace and stability at the border is crucial for improving the broader relationship.
WORLD
What is Iron Dome & how does it work? All about Israel's powerful 'rocket-killer' system
Specifically designed to intercept low-tech rockets fired by the Palestinian Islamist movement Hamas in Gaza, the Iron Dome was developed by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems with US support and became operational in 2011.
WORLD
All eyes on Biden's final UN address as President: Geopolitical conflicts, foreign policy legacy in focus
As he prepares to bid farewell to world leaders at the UN, Biden aims to ensure that his foreign policy achievements are seen as "irreversible," working to secure a legacy that stands in opposition to the potential resurgence of Trump's hardline policies.
WORLD
Israel-Hezbollah tensions flare up, Netanyahu's message for Lebanese people: 10 points
Hours after the Israeli strikes in Lebanon, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the Lebanese people, urging them not to become "human shields" for Hezbollah.
WORLD
Israel-Hezbollah conflict: Lebanon sees deadliest day since 2006 as Israeli air strikes kill nearly 500
Israel's military said it had struck over 1,600 targets across southern and eastern Lebanon, including a "precision strike" in Beirut as part of "Operation Northern Arrows."
