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Police rule out terror after deadly fire kills 'several tens of people' at Swiss ski resort bar: What we know so far
While Swiss authorities declined to give specific numbers, Italy’s foreign ministry said Swiss police believe around 40 people may have died, with approximately 100 injured.
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US Embassy warns migrants of ‘significant criminal penalties’: What it means for Indians awaiting visas
The warning comes at a time when thousands of Indian nationals are already facing uncertainty due to prolonged delays in visa appointments, particularly for H-1B and H-4 work and dependent visas.
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China slaps 13% tax on condoms and other contraceptives amid falling birth rates: Why Beijing's move has triggered mockery?
For many Chinese citizens, the move feels contradictory. The same state that is urging people to marry and have children is now making contraception more expensive.
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World war 3, economic chaos, AI-alien takeover? Baba Vanga’s chilling predictions for 2026
Among the most sensational claims linked to 2026 is the idea of humanity's first encounter with alien life.
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US intelligence finds no evidence Ukraine targeted Putin's residence in drone attack
The assessment, which included input from the Central Intelligence Agency, undercuts claims made by Moscow and initially accepted by US President Donald Trump.
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Peace in sight? Zelenskyy says Ukraine only 10% away from deal with Russia
The peace agreement is 90 per cent ready. Ten per cent remains. And that is far more than just numbers, says Zelenskyy in a video message posted on his Telegram handle.
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World welcomes 2026 with fireworks, remembrance and hope - See pics
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Drug-resistant 'Candida Auris' spreads across 27 US states: Symptoms, risks and why it’s dangerous
Candida Auris primarily targets people with weakened immune systems, those with serious underlying conditions, and patients who rely on invasive medical devices such as catheters or ventilators.
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Tarique Rahman’s moment of truth: Can he break from Jamaat and still win?
The attention surrounding Khaleda Zia’s death has reinforced a growing perception that the Bangladesh Nationalist Party is well placed to return to power in the February 12 elections next year.
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Osman Hadi murder case turns murkier as accused claims he left before shooting, shows his UAE visa on camera | WATCH
Sharif Osman Hadi was shot dead on December 12 in Dhaka’s Paltan area while he was leaving a mosque. The killing sparked political outrage and intensified scrutiny of Bangladesh’s law enforcement response.
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Handshake in Dhaka: Rare India-Pak courtesy exchange as Jaishankar meets Ayaz Sadiq at Khaleda Zia funeral
The interaction took place ahead of the ceremony, where Jaishankar and Sadiq were seen shaking hands and exchanging greetings.
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Bangladesh may have quietly moved Osman Hadi murder accused abroad: What Indian agencies find missing in Dhaka’s version
Indian agencies point out that Bangladesh initially claimed Masud had crossed into India through the Meghalaya border with alleged help from Indian handlers. That version was abandoned within 48 hours.
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Riyadh blocks Asim Munir visit? After UAE outreach, Islamabad faces Saudi cold shoulder, claims ex-Pak Army officer
Raja suggested the reported snub followed the UAE President’s recent visit to Pakistan and reflects growing strains between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.
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How a US corn consignment became a social media flashpoint in Bangladesh | Explained
Bangladesh’s plan to import US corn has drawn online backlash amid concerns over farming practices, trade pressure and cultural norms.
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Jaishankar meets Khaleda Zia’s son Tarique Rahman in Dhaka, hands over PM Modi’s condolence letter
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Khaleda Zia’s son Tarique Rahman in Dhaka to hand over Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s condolence letter as Bangladesh held a state farewell for its former prime minister.
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China to slap additional 55% tariff on specific beef imports from US, Australia starting Jan 1
The tariff will be imposed on imports that exceed a certain quantity.
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Who is Ramzi Kassem? Mamdani names lawyer who defended Al-Qaeda-linked prisoner as NYC chief counsel
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has appointed civil rights lawyer Ramzi Kassem as chief counsel, alongside Steven Banks as corporation counsel, triggering political debate over the backgrounds of the city’s new top legal officials.
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Pakistan swaps UAE debt for equity in Asim Munir's Fauji Foundation, now scrambles to legalise deal
Pakistan will allow UAE to convert part of its deposit - which is part of the financial support it provided to Islamabad - into long-term investment to reduce external debt
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Who is Asim Munir's son-in-law and nephew Abdul Rahman: All about ex-Pak army officer
The marriage of Asim Munir’s daughter, Mahnoor, to his nephew, Captain Abdul Rahman -- the son of his brother Qasim Munir -- has drawn quiet attention in security circles
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Inside Putin’s hidden houses: Lakeside complexes, Black Sea retreats and underground bunkers
Russia’s claim of a foiled Ukrainian drone attack on President Vladimir Putin’s Valdai residence has put the spotlight on his network of high-security official homes, private estates and fortified bunkers across Russia.
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Who was Bajendra Biswas? Hindu worker shot dead in Bangladesh after co-worker asked “Shall I shoot?”
A Hindu security guard was shot dead by a co-worker at a garment factory in Bangladesh’s Mymensingh district, the third killing of a Hindu man in the country in less than a week.
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From provocation to punishment: 2025 was the year Pakistan paid for its India obsession and Asim Munir's misadventures
If 2025 proved anything, it is that India has moved on from managing Pakistan to deterring it. Pakistan, trapped in its own delusions, appears incapable of understanding the shift.
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From PIA to power and banks: What is Pakistan’s 'Agenda-5' privatisation drive?
Pakistan is accelerating the privatisation of key state-owned enterprises, including banks, power utilities, hotels, and insurance firms, to meet IMF conditions and reduce its $131 billion foreign debt.
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Osman Hadi murder: Prime accused Faisal Karim Masud denies role, says Jamaat-Shibir behind killing, claims he is in Dubai
Prime accused Faisal Karim Masud has denied involvement in the murder of Bangladesh student leader Osman Hadi, claiming in a video from Dubai that Jamaat-Shibir carried out the killing, even as Bangladeshi police allege he fled to India after the attack.
