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Louvre heist casts France in ‘deplorable light’, Minister says after daring jewel robbery
French authorities are hunting a suspected foreign crime gang after a seven-minute daylight heist at the Louvre left nine priceless jewels missing and renewed concerns over museum security.
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'I should not be under protection in Canada,' says Indian High Commissioner, flagging concerns
Indian High Commissioner to Canada Dinesh Patnaik raised concerns over his security and dismissed allegations against Indian diplomats, urging Canada to address domestic law-and-order issues.
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Another security breach? Trump uses smaller staircase to board Air Force One after sniper’s nest discovered near Airport
US President Trump boarded Air Force One using a smaller staircase after a suspected sniper’s nest was discovered near the runway at Palm Beach International Airport, prompting heightened security measures.
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Mystery object hits United Airlines Boeing 737 at 36,000 feet, forcing emergency landing
A United Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 en route from Denver to Los Angeles made an emergency landing in Salt Lake City after a mysterious object struck its windshield midair, injuring a pilot and sparking speculation of a space debris hit.
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Daring daylight heist at Paris’s Louvre: Thieves steal eight priceless royal artifacts | Watch CCTV footage
In a brazen seven-minute robbery, thieves disguised as construction workers looted eight priceless royal jewels from Paris’s Louvre Museum in broad daylight, exposing major lapses in museum security.
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23 Indian crew rescued after explosion on LPG tanker off Yemen coast
A fire erupted aboard the Cameroon-flagged LPG tanker MV Falcon following an explosion off Aden, Yemen, prompting a major rescue operation that saved 23 Indian crew members as investigations continue into the cause.
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Trump asks Zelenskyy to accept Russia’s terms in heated White House meeting: Report
In a tense meeting, Trump warned Zelenskyy that Putin could “destroy” Ukraine, pressing him to surrender the Donbas region while Ukraine secured a freeze of current front lines.
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Nepal’s Ex-PM K.P. Sharma Oli alleges caretaker government seeking arrest, questions election readiness
Oli accused the interim government of unconstitutional actions and security threats while vowing to seek reinstatement of the dissolved House and retain his party leadership.
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US Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi slams Florida politician’s ‘dangerous’ call to deport Indian immigrants
Raja Krishnamoorthi condemned Florida councilman Chandler Langevin’s anti-Indian remarks as “dangerous” and a threat to democratic values, urging leaders to stand against hate and discrimination.
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Israel launches airstrikes on Gaza days after US-brokered ceasefire
Israel launched new airstrikes on Gaza just days after a US-brokered ceasefire, as tensions rose over alleged Hamas attacks and the fragile truce appeared on the verge of collapse.
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Xi Jinping urges Taiwan 'reunification' in message to newly elected opposition leader
Chinese President Xi Jinping urged closer ties and “reunification” with Taiwan in a message to newly elected Kuomintang leader Cheng Li-wun, amid scrutiny over alleged Beijing interference.
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Louvre museum heist: How chainsaw-wielding robbers stole priceless jewellery in just seven minutes
Robbers armed with chainsaws stormed Paris’ Louvre Museum on Sunday, making off with nine pieces of Napoleon and Empress jewellery in a seven-minute heist, prompting the museum to close for the day.
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Louvre Museum in Paris temporarily closed after robbery, no injuries reported | Video
France’s Culture Minister Rachida Dati confirmed a theft at the Louvre, with thieves reportedly fleeing with jewellery, while the museum remains closed for the day.
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Indian man sparks chaos in Bangkok after waving pistol-shaped lighter at crowd | Watch
Bangkok police detained 41-year-old Indian national Sahil Ram Thadani after he allegedly threatened people with a pistol-shaped lighter while under the influence of cannabis, causing chaos in the city’s busy Siam Square area.
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Trump shares AI video of himself as ‘King Trump’ piloting fighter jet over protesters | Watch
In the 19-second clip, Trump is seen dumping mud on a crowd of ‘No Kings’ protesters, as well as social media influencer Harry Sisson.
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Was Pete Hegseth wearing a Russian flag tie in Zelenskyy meeting? US VP JD Vance responds
Hegseth’s red, white, and blue tie sparked online debate, though VP JD Vance suggested it may have represented the US flag.
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Trump may meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during Asia trip: Report
US President Donald Trump is exploring a potential meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during his upcoming Asia visit, though officials caution no plans are finalized.
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Portugal bans Burqas and Niqabs in public: Fines up to €4,000 for offenders
Portugal’s parliament passed a bill banning full-face veils for “gender or religious motives” in most public areas, with fines and potential prison terms, amid heated debate on religious freedom and gender equality.
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Trump says 'Maduro doesn’t want to f*** around' with US amid rising tensions with Venezuela
US President Donald Trump claims Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro has offered “everything” to avoid confrontation amid US military strikes and heightened tensions.
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'No Kings' anti-Trump protests, millions to rally across US: Key points and participants
Millions across the U.S. are set to join the second wave of “No Kings” protests on October 18, opposing what organizers call President Trump’s authoritarian overreach.
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Massive fire at Dhaka’s Hazrat Shahjalal airport cargo terminal halts all flights
A massive fire at Dhaka’s Hazrat Shahjalal Airport cargo section halted flights as 28 firefighting units battled thick smoke plumes.
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Malabar Gold & Diamond faces backlash on Dhanteras over Pakistani influencer collaboration
Kerala-based Malabar Gold & Diamonds confronts a #BoycottMalabarGold campaign after collaborating with Pakistani influencer Alishba Khalid, sparking legal action and debates over brand responsibility.
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Three Indians dead, five missing after boat capsizes off Mozambique’s Beira port
At least three Indians died and five remain missing after a launch boat carrying 14 crew members capsized during a transfer operation off Mozambique’s Beira port, the Indian High Commission said.
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‘Will shatter India’s geographical immunity: Asim Munir's latest nuclear rhetoric
Munir, as per a report by Pakistani daily Dawn, allegedly said that Pakistan had achieved a “clear victory” in its brief May confrontation with India and vowed that any “minor provocation” from India would invite a response “decisive, beyond proportions.”
