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8 skiers found dead in California avalanche near Lake Tahoe; 1 missing, 6 rescued

Emergency crews received reports of the avalanche around 11:30 a.m. Tuesday and deployed about 50 rescuers. Operations were hampered by low visibility, strong winds and continuing avalanche danger.

‘I always wish…’: Mark Zuckerberg testifies in landmark social media addiction trial in Los Angeles

Asked to comment on complaints from inside the company that not enough was being done to verify whether children under 13 were using the platform, the 41-year-old head of Meta, which also owns Facebook and WhatsApp, said improvements had been made

NATO trains storming Baltic beach to deter Russia

German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius, observing the manoeuvre, said it showed that NATO was united and ‘ready for action’

Environmental groups sue Trump administration over dismantled climate rule

The case was brought by a broad coalition of groups including the American Lung Association, the Clean Air Council, the Union of Concerned Scientists, the Sierra Club and the Center for Biological Diversity

Afghanistan: Taliban's new law permits husbands to beat wives unless serious injury occurs

The Taliban’s new penal code allows husbands to punish wives and children, limits protections for women, and has been condemned by human rights groups as legitimising domestic abuse.

Visited Jeffery Epstein’s private island but was not aware of his sex trafficking ops: Billionaire Leslie Wexner tells US House Panel

The House Oversight Committee has been investigating what role Epstein’s broad network of connections may have played in facilitating his enterprise or delaying criminal prosecution

Satellite images reveal Iran concealing and reinforcing military, nuclear sites

Satellite imagery shows Iran reinforcing and concealing key military and nuclear sites, including Parchin, Natanz, Isfahan, and missile bases, following US-Israel airstrikes, raising concerns over Tehran’s resilience and strategic capabilities.

'They called me an Indian dog’: Sikh nurse injured in racial attack in Australia

A 22-year-old Sikh nurse in Geelong was brutally attacked outside a gym by three men who hurled racial abuse, leaving him with a broken nose and significant emotional trauma.

Did a self-experiment go too far? The Norway case that revived Havana Syndrome fears | Explained

The scientist, whose identity has not been disclosed, was reportedly sceptical of claims that Havana Syndrome was caused by microwave or electromagnetic weapons.

Why talks between Trump and Xi on Taiwan weapons raise concern

Trump’s comments on discussing Taiwan arms sales with Xi Jinping have raised concern in Taipei, with experts warning it may challenge longstanding U.S. policy ahead of his April China visit.

Smoke over Parand near Tehran triggers speculation as Iran denies explosion amid US tensions

Local residents said the haze remained visible for more than two hours, fuelling rumours amid heightened regional tensions. Iranian authorities, however, rejected claims of any security-related incident.

Nigeria: Gas explosion kills 38 miners, injures dozens in Plateau State mine

Thirty-eight miners were killed and 27 injured after a gas explosion at a lead mine in Plateau State, with officials citing possible carbon monoxide poisoning.

'We are living through a period of profound transformation': S Jaishankar on de-risking, technology and a global workforce

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar says global de-risking and technology shifts are reshaping work, as India and the EU deepen ties with a new Legal Gateway Office to enable safe, legal talent mobility.

Undersea cables and AI highways: Why Google is doubling down on India–US connectivity with its $15 billion plan

At its core, the initiative is about building new high-capacity digital highways that can support the explosive growth of AI-driven data flows while making India a central hub in global connectivity.

Pakistan’s fine print for Trump’s force: Ready for Gaza, but with perks, guarantees and a command post

Pakistan has attached conditions to deploying troops to Gaza under US President Donald Trump’s proposed stabilisation force, seeking guarantees, privileges and a command role, while Israel voices unease over its participation.

'Players wash dishes before playing, wander streets': Captain’s fury exposes Pakistan hockey rot, PM orders probe

For Pakistan hockey, once a global powerhouse, the episode has reinforced the perception of a system that cannot manage even basic logistics, let alone revive the sport.

Explained: How the Jeffrey Epstein fallout has plunged Britain’s House of Lords into a crisis of legitimacy

Fallout from the Jeffrey Epstein files has reignited scrutiny of Britain’s House of Lords, after Peter Mandelson resigned, intensifying calls for long-delayed reform.

Memes, AI images and mockery: Why Tarique Rahman, a 12th pass, is being sarcastically branded an 'engineer'

Allies-turned-critics from the Jamaat-e-Islami-led 11-party alliance have begun calling him an “engineer,” not for academic brilliance, but for allegedly “engineering” the election outcome.

ECB President Christine Lagarde plans to quit before Emmanuel Macron's term ends: Report

The ECB's response is a departure from earlier guidance on Lagarde. Last year, when the FT suggested she may leave early, the ECB said Lagarde was "determined to complete her term."

No breakthrough in U.S.-brokered Russia–Ukraine peace talks as fighting rages and ceasefire demands remain far apart

US-brokered Russia–Ukraine talks in Geneva ended without progress, with both sides calling discussions difficult as fighting continues and core disagreements over territory, security and ceasefire terms remain unresolved.

Were girls sexually assaulted and buried at Epstein’s Zorro Ranch? New Mexico reopens disturbing allegations

The decision follows the recent release of millions of Epstein-related documents by the US Justice Department, which renewed attention on his political connections, financial dealings, and activities in New Mexico.

Sri Lanka abolishes MPs’ pensions; how India, Pakistan and Bangladesh compare

Amid public anger, Sri Lanka abolished MPs’ pensions, cutting political perks, while comparisons highlight how India, Pakistan and Bangladesh continue to pay lawmakers far more than ordinary citizens, nationwide scrutiny.

Obama’s 'aliens are real' remark rekindles Area 51 conspiracy theories: Why one comment set the internet ablaze

Online forums, social media platforms, and UFO communities seized on Barack Obama's words, interpreting them as anything from a slip of the tongue to a deliberate signal.

War or another standoff? How close is a US-Iran showdown and why the Strait of Hormuz could decide the crisis

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has warned that American power would not succeed in destroying the Islamic Republic and that a US warship could itself be sunk.

China accuses US of ‘interfering’ after Marco Rubio appoints Tibet rights envoy

China accused the United States of meddling in its internal affairs after Secretary of State Marco Rubio appointed a special envoy on Tibet, reviving tensions over rights and sovereignty.

Kuwait to roll out freelance visa costing up to KD 1,000: Here’s how it will work

Kuwait plans a new freelance residency permit allowing expats to work independently without sponsors, charging KD 750–1,000 annually as part of reforms to curb visa trading.

India’s oil security at risk? Why even a brief Iranian closure of Strait of Hormuz can shake energy markets

The move came amid heightened US military deployments in West Asia, open threats of force from Washington, and domestic unrest inside Iran following a violent crackdown on protests.

Ukraine-Russia talks resume; Kyiv says peace cannot come at cost of land

Ukraine and Russia resumed US-mediated negotiations in Geneva amid tense discussions, with Kyiv warning it will reject any peace deal forcing territorial concessions.

US must consider India’s concerns on Pakistan, says ex-US diplomat after tariff relief

Former US diplomat Lindsey Ford warned that pressuring India to cut defence ties with Russia could weaken the India-US partnership, even as recent tariff relief has helped revive bilateral ties.

Who is Randy Fine? The US lawmaker under fire for suggesting he would 'choose dogs over Muslims'

Randy Fine is known for his strong pro-Israel stance and frequent use of social media to comment on foreign policy, culture wars, and the Israel-Gaza conflict.

Why multiple DHS claims under Trump have unravelled under scrutiny

A string of high-profile cases has raised questions about how the Trump administration’s Homeland Security Department communicated incidents involving federal agents.

Why so many powerful figures stayed silent around Jeffrey Epstein

The newly examined emails and accounts show not just one man’s crimes, but a culture of looking away among the powerful.

When an apology sounds too perfect: A New Zealand judge questions AI-written remorse

In a Christchurch courtroom, neatly phrased apology letters prompted a judge to ask whether remorse drafted by artificial intelligence can ever feel real.

Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif’s twin dilemma at US ‘Board of Peace’ summit: 'Will need legendary survival skills'

For Sharif, the visit is not just about Pakistan’s prospective role in a new international stabilisation architecture but also about navigating a complex mix of domestic and external pressures.

Why the Ukraine war has intensified during Trump’s first year back in office

Despite campaign promises to end the conflict quickly, civilian deaths, Russian strikes and territorial losses have increased as negotiations drag on.

Why Trump is relying on dealmakers, not diplomats, in talks with Iran and Russia

Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have become central to negotiations over Ukraine and Iran, sidelining traditional foreign policy institutions.

Imran Khan-Asim Munir's fierce rivalry dates back to an incident in 2019: Here's what happened

A 2019 controversy involving Bushra Bibi and the ISI triggered a fallout that grew into one of Pakistan’s most dramatic civil-military confrontations.

Why Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa was cut off from rest of the country: All you need to know

PTI workers blocked major highways across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa for five days, disrupting travel and business while demanding improved medical care for jailed party founder Imran Khan.

Who is Carter Camacho? Teen armed with shotgun and tactical vest arrested near US Capitol with extra ammunition

Carter Camacho, an 18-year-old, was arrested near the US Capitol carrying a loaded shotgun, tactical vest, and extra ammunition.

‘Mohsin Naqvi is threatening us’: Imran Khan’s sisters allege ‘Asim Munir regime’ wants him dead

Imran Khan’s sisters allege a “lethal conspiracy” by the Pakistani government and military, claiming Mohsin Naqvi and Asim Munir want the former PM killed in custody.

Stephen Colbert says CBS blocked appearance by Democratic candidate

CBS’s parent, Paramount Skydance Corp., has come under criticism from the media and free speech advocates since technology heir David Ellison took control of the company last year

US sends F-22s, F-35s, F-16s in 50-jet Middle East deployment amid Iran talks

Independent flight-tracking data and military aviation monitors recorded multiple F-22, F-35 and F-16 fighter jets heading toward the region along with several aerial refuelling tankers, indicating preparations for sustained operations

Macron surprises Mumbai with late-night CST visit after morning jog on Marine Drive | Watch

French President Emmanuel Macron surprises Mumbaikers with a morning jog on Marine Drive and a late-night stroll through Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, highlighting India-France cooperation in defence and technology.

Tiger Global, Adage Capital trimmed stakes in AI heavyweights in Q4

Tiger Global trimmed its stake in Microsoft to 5.47 million shares during the fourth quarter from 6.5 million shares as of September 30, 2025

'Choice between bogs and Muslims?' US Congressman Randy Fine under fire for X post

Backlash mounts as Congressman’s anti-Muslim remark sparks outrage, denials and calls for resignation.

‘Undue pressure’: Zelenskyy slams Trump for pushing Ukraine in Russia peace talks

Ukrainian President Zelensky says Trump is pressuring Kyiv to make concessions in peace talks, warning that Ukrainians will never accept surrendering more territory.