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Amazon policy to show tariff costs to customers a 'hostile and political act': White House
Following the remarks, shares of the retail giant founded by Jeff Bezos dropped more than 2% in premarket trading.
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Canada has a new PM: What Mark Carney’s victory means for India
India and Canada, once bound by shared democratic values and strong diaspora linkages, found themselves in the throes of a full-blown diplomatic crisis under Justin Trudeau’s leadership.
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PM Modi congratulates Kamla Persad-Bissessar on Trinidad and Tobago election win
PM Modi congratulated Kamla Persad-Bissessar on her election victory in Trinidad and Tobago, expressing hopes to strengthen bilateral ties.
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How Trump 'helped' Carney win Canada election: A tale of tariffs, sovereignty, and national unity
Carney tapped into a surge of Canadian nationalism, emphasizing the importance of protecting Canada's independence and sovereignty. He framed the election as a choice between a strong, independent Canada and one subsumed by American interests.
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From banker to Canada's Prime Minister: How Mark Carney stepped up after Justin Trudeau's exit
Mark Carney, a former central bank governor with no prior political experience, led the Liberal Party to an unexpected victory. His leadership is viewed as key in navigating rising tensions with the US and addressing Canada's economic challenges.
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PM Modi congratulates Mark Carney on Canadian election win, vows to strengthen strategic partnership
PM Modi congratulated Mark Carney on becoming Canada's Prime Minister, emphasizing shared democratic values and a stronger India–Canada partnership.
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Canada Elections: Mark Carney announces victory; slams Trump for 'trying to break Canada', says 'old relationship with US is over'
Mark Carney, in his victory speech, strongly rebuked Donald Trump’s remarks about Canada becoming the “51st state,” declaring that Canada's long-standing relationship based on integration with the U.S. is over. He emphasized Canada's sovereignty, warning of challenges ahead while leading the Liberals close to a majority in the ongoing election.
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Canada election 2025: Jagmeet Singh resigns as NDP leader after defeat, party loses 'National Status'
Jagmeet Singh resigns as NDP leader after losing his seat and party's national status in Canada's 2025 election.
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Canada Election Results: PM Modi congratulates Mark Carney and the Liberal Party on historic win, Conservative Poilievre loses Carleton seat
World leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, French President Emmanuel Macron, and NATO Chief Mark Rutte, have congratulated Mark Carney on his election as Canada’s Prime Minister, praising his leadership and expressing hopes for stronger global partnerships.
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No 'conclusive information' about blackout causes, aim to restore power 'soon': Spanish PM
Pedro Sanchez said there was no "conclusive information" about the cause of blackout that has disrupted the lives of millions across Spain, Portugal and France.
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Canada votes today: Poll timings, results, key issues, main contenders, and what’s at stake | Top updates
The primary contenders include the Liberal Party, led by Mark Carney, advocating for social programs and climate action; and the Conservative Party, led by Pierre Poilievre, focusing on fiscal conservatism.
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'Not true': Turkiye refutes reports claiming it sent six planes full of weapons to Pakistan
The clarification by Turkish authorities comes amid the country facing backlash in India over reports of sending arms and ammunition to Pakistan.
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Where is General He Weidong? Questions rise on disappearance of China’s top general amid Xi’s anti-corruption purge
General He Weidong’s disappearance is raising concerns, with experts linking it to President Xi’s ongoing anti-corruption campaign targeting high-ranking military officials. Despite the lack of an official explanation, experts believe it won’t destabilize China’s political landscape.
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'If Canada becomes the 51st state': Trump pushes controversial plan as country heads to vote
As Canada votes in a crucial election, US President Donald Trump reiterates his controversial proposal for Canada to join the U.S. as its '51st state.' His comments, which stir controversy, come amid ongoing trade tensions and concerns over potential annexation.
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'Military incursion by India imminent': Pakistan defence minister amid tensions over Pahalgam terror attack
Khawaja Asif said Pakistan was on high alert and that it would only use its arsenal of nuclear weapons if “there is a direct threat to our existence”.
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Govt pulls up BBC for its Pahalgam terror attack reportage: Know why
The Western media has faced severe criticism in India for trying to downplay the severity of the Pahalgam terror attack.
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US calls on China to de-escalate trade tensions; India poised for first major trade deal
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent blamed China for de-escalating trade tensions, noting the unsustainability of current tariffs. He also highlighted India as a potential first trade deal, while forecasting European rate cuts to manage the strong euro.
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Pahalgam Attack: Did Pakistani terrorists use Chinese satellite phones and apps to evade Indian surveillance?
Chinese apps, particularly those with encrypted messaging systems, have become a popular choice among terrorists due to their ability to bypass conventional surveillance tools.
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Papal conclave to elect new Pope to begin on May 7: Vatican
The Vatican has announced that the conclave to elect the next pope will begin on May 7, 2025.
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Is Trump deporting US citizen kids with cancer? The controversy you need to know about
The deportations from the southern state of Louisiana come as President Donald Trump pursues a hard-line immigration policy, calling for mass expulsions of undocumented migrants.
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Massive power outage hits Spain, Portugal, and parts of France
A massive blackout swept across Spain, Portugal, and parts of southern France on Monday, impacting millions, with power gradually being restored.
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Pahalgam attack: How the terrorists entered India and managed to stay undetected? Here's what we know
Terrorists attacked tourists at Baisaran meadow, killing 26 people, with security forces now hunting for the Pakistani terrorists involved. The Resistance Front claimed responsibility, and investigations are underway to uncover the network behind the attack.
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India’s 2024 military spending nearly 9 times that of Pakistan, fifth largest globally: SIPRI Report
India's military expenditure, the fifth largest globally, grew by 1.6 per cent to USD 86.1 billion while Pakistan's spent USD 10.2 billion, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).
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Where is Pakistan Army chief? Sudden absence of Asim Munir, his family after Pahalgam attack raises suspicion
The terror attack has exposed the fragility and duplicity of Pakistan’s denials. While Islamabad has been issuing official statements distancing itself from from the massacre, facts on the ground tell a different story.
