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Trump's national security advisor Mike Waltz, his deputy Alex to leave White House posts days after 'Signal' row

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Trump's national security advisor Mike Waltz, his deputy Alex to leave White House posts days after 'Signal' row

President Donald Trump's National Security Advisor Mike Waltz and his deputy Alex Wong will be leaving their posts, US media reported.

Armed troops, drones, CCTV: How Pakistan is scrambling to protect Hafiz Saeed fearing covert Indian strike

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Armed troops, drones, CCTV: How Pakistan is scrambling to protect Hafiz Saeed fearing covert Indian strike

Hafiz Saeed's heightened security arrangement reflects Islamabad’s concerns over potential targeted action from India, especially as New Delhi continues to ramp up diplomatic pressure and signal a zero-tolerance stance on cross-border terror.

Pakistan has history of backing, funding terrorists, Rajnath tells US counterpart

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Pakistan has history of backing, funding terrorists, Rajnath tells US counterpart

Amid escalating tensions with Pakistan, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth expressed solidarity with India during a call with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, strongly condemning the Pahalgam terror attack.

Pakistani envoy runs to Trump to help ease tensions with India, calls Kashmir ‘flashiest nuclear flashpoint’

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Pakistani envoy runs to Trump to help ease tensions with India, calls Kashmir ‘flashiest nuclear flashpoint’

Sheikh’s reference to Kashmir as “flashiest flashpoint in nuclear terms” underscores Pakistan’s attempt to internationalise the issue once again amid global scrutiny over its alleged links to the attack.

Pak Senator brutally trolled over 'first brick of Babri Mosque in Ayodhya will be laid by Pakistani soldiers' remark

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Pak Senator brutally trolled over 'first brick of Babri Mosque in Ayodhya will be laid by Pakistani soldiers' remark

The statement, seen as an attempt to stoke communal tensions and challenge India’s sovereignty, comes at a time when Pakistan is already under international scrutiny for harbouring terror proxies responsible for cross-border attacks.

Pakistan using its embassies as spy hubs: Ex-Indian diplomat

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Pakistan using its embassies as spy hubs: Ex-Indian diplomat

Retired diplomat Manjeev Singh Puri alleged that Pakistan uses its embassies globally for espionage and leverages Nepal as a route for smuggling arms, drugs, and counterfeit currency into India.

HRCP report highlights rising political repression and violence in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and Balochistan

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HRCP report highlights rising political repression and violence in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and Balochistan

The HRCP's 2024 report paints a grim picture of Pakistan’s human rights landscape, citing declining civic freedoms, rising political repression, and a surge in violence across vulnerable regions and groups.

Pakistan's ISI chief gets new role as tensions escalate with India after Pahalgam attack

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Pakistan's ISI chief gets new role as tensions escalate with India after Pahalgam attack

The appointment is an additional charge given to him apart from the ISI chief position he has held since September 2024.

Chances of conflict with India increasing with passage of time: Pakistan defence minister Khawaja Asif

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Chances of conflict with India increasing with passage of time: Pakistan defence minister Khawaja Asif

Asif also vowed to give a suitable response to India in case of any attack on Pakistan but refused to provide the details of the Pakistani response.

Deadly mushroom lunch: Erin Patterson on trial over fatal family meal that killed three

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Deadly mushroom lunch: Erin Patterson on trial over fatal family meal that killed three

Erin Patterson stands trial for allegedly serving a poisonous mushroom meal that killed three family members. Her defense argues it was a tragic accident, not a deliberate act.

'Hard thing to do': US President walks back third term hint days after ‘Trump 2028’ red hats go on sale

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'Hard thing to do': US President walks back third term hint days after ‘Trump 2028’ red hats go on sale

Last week, The Trump Organization started selling red caps with the slogan “Trump 2028” — a move that appeared to reinforce speculation rather than silence it.

Pahalgam attack followed by wave of fake news from pro-Pakistan accounts, India responds with facts

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Pahalgam attack followed by wave of fake news from pro-Pakistan accounts, India responds with facts

The coordinated nature of these disinformation campaigns suggests a strategic effort to dilute global outrage against terrorism emanating from Pakistani soil.

Trump blames Biden for market slump, predicts ‘unmatched’ economic boom ahead

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Trump blames Biden for market slump, predicts ‘unmatched’ economic boom ahead

Trump blames Biden for current market slump and urges patience, promising an unprecedented economic boom ahead.

US and Ukraine finalize natural resources deal to boost economic ties: Report

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US and Ukraine finalize natural resources deal to boost economic ties: Report

Ukraine and the U.S. are finalizing a natural resources deal, focusing on investment in mining, energy, and technology. The agreement is expected to strengthen economic ties and includes future U.S. military aid for Ukraine's reconstruction fund.

Pakistan investors spooked, PSX crashes 3,000 points amid fears of retaliation by India

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Pakistan investors spooked, PSX crashes 3,000 points amid fears of retaliation by India

Experts attributed the fall in markets to the news of "likely attack" by India in the next few days.

Pahalgam attack fallout: Jailed Imran Khan warns India against 'misadventure', cites 'nuclear flashpoint'

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Pahalgam attack fallout: Jailed Imran Khan warns India against 'misadventure', cites 'nuclear flashpoint'

Khan again raked up the Kashmir issue, mentioning abrogation of Article 370, while hitting out at "self-serving figures like Nawaz Sharif and Asif Zardari."

'Was never approved, won't happen': Amazon clarifies on tariff pricing display plan amid White House pushback

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'Was never approved, won't happen': Amazon clarifies on tariff pricing display plan amid White House pushback

It was earlier reported that the e-commerce site would soon start showing "how much Trump's tariffs are adding to the price of each product."

Taka in Trouble: Why Bangladesh is facing a currency crisis?

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Taka in Trouble: Why Bangladesh is facing a currency crisis?

Bangladesh Bank reports an annual demand for 1.5 billion new banknotes of varying denominations. However, the mint's production capacity is only 1.2 billion pieces.

Jerusalem: Vehicle from Israeli PM Netanyahu's convoy hits motorcyclist

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Jerusalem: Vehicle from Israeli PM Netanyahu's convoy hits motorcyclist

A vehicle in the convoy of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was involved in an accident outside of his office in Jerusalem on Tuesday evening.

Trade talks with India ‘easier’ because of their 'very high, unfair' tariffs: US Treasury Secretary

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Trade talks with India ‘easier’ because of their 'very high, unfair' tariffs: US Treasury Secretary

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says trade talks with India are progressing swiftly, calling the country "easier to deal with" due to its high tariffs.

Amazon policy to show tariff costs to customers a 'hostile and political act': White House

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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.

Canada has a new PM: What Mark Carney’s victory means for India

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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.

PM Modi congratulates Kamla Persad-Bissessar on Trinidad and Tobago election win

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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.

How Trump 'helped' Carney win Canada election: A tale of tariffs, sovereignty, and national unity

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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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