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Board of Peace members have pledged more than $5 billion for Gaza, Trump says

In a Sunday post on Truth Social, Trump wrote that member states have also committed thousands of personnel toward a U.N.-authorized stabilization force and local police in the Palestinian enclave.

Kim Jong-un’s teen daughter vs powerful sister: North Korea succession buzz heats up

North Korea has been governed by male members of the Kim family since its founding in 1948. The lineage began with founder Kim Il‑sung, followed by his son Kim Jong‑il.

Macron to meet PM Modi as tech, defense ties deepen

Macron is among heads of state, policymakers and AI leaders across the world who will be at the summit, which starts on Monday in Delhi, according to a statement by India’s Ministry of External Affairs.

BLA claims 17 Pakistan security personnel detained, offers prisoner swap for 7

In the statement, the BLA said those freed were ethnic Baloch associated with local policing structures, including Levies personnel.

‘I’ve stopped caring, man’: UC Berkeley student’s haunting words before body found in California lake

Originally from Tumakuru in Karnataka, Sreenivasaiah was pursuing a Master of Science in the Product Development Programme at the University of California, Berkeley.

Top Putin aide to lead Russian delegation for AI Impact Summit in New Delhi

India is set to host the AI Impact Summit 2026, a high-profile gathering of global leaders and industry heavyweights in Artificial Intelligence from February 16-20 at New Delhi's 'Bharat Mandapam,' bringing together policymakers, industry leaders and technology innovators.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to represent India at Bangladesh PM-elect Tarique Rahman’s swearing-in on February 17

Bangladesh has invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the ceremony. However, he is unlikely to travel to Dhaka as he is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with French President Emmanuel Macron in Mumbai on the same day.

Iran signals flexibility on nuclear deal as US demands no atomic weapon: 'If they are sincere...'

Majid Takht-Ravanchi, Iran’s deputy foreign minister, told the BBC that Tehran is open to compromise if the United States demonstrates genuine intent.

What satellite images reveal about China’s expanding nuclear programme

New construction at long-secret sites in Sichuan points to a faster buildup of China’s nuclear arsenal, even as global arms control frameworks weaken.

Why the FAA shut down El Paso’s airspace over a Pentagon laser weapon

A clash between aviation regulators and the US Defense Department over the use of high-energy lasers near the border led to an extraordinary 10-day closure of civilian airspace.

What are thermobaric bombs and why are they being discussed in the Israel–Gaza war?

The powerful “vacuum bomb” has resurfaced in debate over Gaza strikes, but independent investigators have yet to confirm its use.

What accountability could look like in the Epstein fallout

As newly released files ripple across politics, business and academia, outrage is easy. Legal consequences and lasting repercussions are far harder to define.

Norwegian scientist testing microwave weapon on himself reports Havana syndrome-like symptoms

A secret experiment meant to debunk fears about pulsed-energy weapons instead left the researcher with neurological effects similar to those reported by US diplomats and intelligence officers.

European governments say rare frog toxin ‘highly likely’ killed Alexei Navalny

On the second anniversary of his death, five European nations said a toxin found in poison dart frogs probably killed the Russian opposition leader in prison.

What roommate said about Indian student found dead in US: ‘Stopped caring, ate less, survived on chips, cookies’

Roommate says the Indian student had withdrawn socially, eaten very little and showed signs of indifference in the weeks before he was found dead in California.

Obama says aliens are 'real' but rules out Area 51 cover-up: What the former US president revealed

Former US president Barack Obama said aliens are “real” but dismissed conspiracy claims that extraterrestrials are secretly stored at Area 51.

Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis urge urgent care for Imran Khan; ex-Pak PM may be shifted to hospital

Khan is likely to be shifted from Adiala Jail to a hospital in Islamabad for specialised eye treatment, as per sources.

Mamata ‘Didi’ showers sweets, flowers on ‘Tarique bhai’ after BNP sweeps Bangladesh elections

After BNP’s landslide win, Mamata Banerjee sent sweets and flowers to Tarique Rahman as PM Narendra Modi congratulated him but is unlikely to attend the February 17 swearing-in.

‘Have faith in our agencies, not outsiders’: Union Minister rejects Italian report on Air India crash

Union Minister Murlidhar Mohol rejected an Italian media claim that pilot action caused the Air India AI171 crash in Ahmedabad, with the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau saying the probe is still underway and no final conclusions have been reached.

Princess Diana, Beyoncé, De Niro, Clooney, Michelle Obama, Pope John Paul II: Viral Epstein names list stuns with unexpected mentions

US DOJ submits Epstein Files redaction report to Congress; over 3.5 million documents released as social media shares unverified list of names.

Inside Jeffrey Epstein’s tech circle: DoJ Files reveal attempts to access hacker conventions DEF CON and Black Hat

Newly released US documents reveal Jeffrey Epstein’s extensive communication with cybersecurity experts and repeated attempts to access major hacker conferences while seeking to manage his online reputation.

'Stop, where is your ID?': Asim Munir stopped for ID check at Munich conference, video goes viral | Watch

As per sources cited by News18, Munir was treated like any other attendee and required to furnish identification as part of standard security protocol.

What is epibatidine? The lethal dart frog toxin linked to Alexei Navalny’s death

Five European countries claim a highly lethal epibatidine poison was used in the Russian opposition leader’s death, raising possible chemical-weapons treaty violations.

Who was Saketh Sreenivasaiah? IIT Madras graduate found dead in US after four days missing

A Karnataka-born IIT Madras graduate and UC Berkeley master’s student, Saketh Sreenivasaiah combined research, industry work and campus leadership before his untimely death.

22-year-old Indian student Saketh Sreenivasaiah found dead in US after going missing on February 9

A 22-year-old Indian postgraduate student at UC Berkeley, missing since early February, has been found dead in California, with the Indian Consulate extending support to his family.

Trump vows to end Russia-Ukraine war 'once and for all,' says Marco Rubio

Rubio meets Zelenskyy ahead of trilateral negotiations expected to push fresh peace efforts next week.

Tarique Rahman to take oath as Bangladesh PM on Feb 17; PM Modi, other regional leaders invited

Tarique Rahman will be sworn in as Bangladesh’s prime minister on February 17 after the Bangladesh Nationalist Party secured a two-thirds majority, with regional leaders including Narendra Modi invited to attend the ceremony in Dhaka.

Pannun case turns explosive: US DoJ links plot to RA&W, says Nikhil Gupta brokered $100,000 hit

US DoJ says Nikhil Gupta pled guilty in Pannun plot and worked at direction of Vikash Yadav; sentencing on May 29 amid diplomatic sensitivity.

US, Iran to restart nuclear talks in Geneva next week as Trump signals openness to meeting Khamenei

Second round of US-Iran negotiations set for Geneva next week as Trump warns of “very traumatic” consequences if no deal is reached.

Bangladesh invites PM Modi to Tarique Rahman swearing-in: Will he attend?

Dhaka reaches out to regional leaders for February 17 inauguration as Modi likely skips visit due to Macron meeting.

US Prez Trump open to meeting Iran Supreme Leader Khamenei, says Marco Rubio

“I’m pretty confident in saying that if the Ayatollah said tomorrow he wanted to meet with President Trump, the president would meet him," said Rubio.

'UN unable to solve Gaza war, US freed captives from barbarians': Marco Rubio

Rubio said that UN was unable to solve the war in Gaza - instead, it was the US that "freed captives from barbarians".

'Got India's commitment to stop buying Russian oil': Marco Rubio at Munich Security Conference

The remarks come as the United States ramps up measures to limit Russia’s energy earnings following the extended conflict in Ukraine

Son of last shah calls on Trump to 'help' Iranian people

Trump had said Friday that a change of government in Iran would be the "best thing that could happen", as he sent a second aircraft carrier to the Middle East to ratchet up military pressure on the Islamic republic

Epstein’s girlfriend married a woman, showing how he gamed immigration

Epstein sponsored and paid fees for multiple women, according to emails, Skype messages and bank statements.

Imran Khan speaks to sons for around 20 minutes following court directive, sister Aleema confirms

'We can confirm that he was able to speak with them for approximately 20 minutes,' Imran Khan's sister Aleema wrote on X

European nations say Alexei Navalny was poisoned by the Kremlin with dart frog toxin

The foreign ministries of the U.K., France, Germany, Sweden and the Netherlands said analysis of samples taken from Navalny's body “conclusively confirmed the presence of epibatidine”

‘PM Modi should be invited, it’s general courtesy’: BNP leader ahead of Tarique Rahman swearing-in

BNP leader ANM Ehsanul Hoque Milan said it would be appropriate for regional leaders to attend the event.

Rubio tells Europe to join Trump's fight, says it belongs with US

Rubio's speech marked a sharp contrast to that of US Vice President JD Vance a year ago, when he used the same stage to attack European policies on a range of issues including free speech, shocking European allies.

US military says struck more than 30 Islamic State targets in Syria

US forces "conducted 10 strikes against more than 30 ISIS targets in Syria... to sustain relentless military pressure on remnants from the terrorist network," a CENTCOM statement said

‘Jihad capital of world’: What references to Pakistan in Epstein files say

In one message dated April 30, 2013, a field operative, Nasra Hassan, described leaving Peshawar, calling it “the jihad capital of the world”.

Italy likely to join Trump Board of Peace as observer: Meloni

The board is meeting in Washington on Feb. 19 and Italy was invited as an observer country, Meloni said in an interview with local media.

What Tarique Rahman said on India ties in his first speech after Bangladesh win

Rahman, poised to take over as Bangladesh’s next prime minister, said the nation must remain united despite its political differences

Bangladesh election: BJP bags 1 seat in parliamentary polls, but there's a twist

The elections, held on February 12, were the first since the 2024 student-driven “Gen-Z” uprising toppled Sheikh Hasina’s government, prompting her to take refuge in India

Bangladesh referendum: What 70% ‘yes’ vote to July charter means for governance overhaul

The dual vote -- elections plus referendum -- underscored a broader political reset following the July 2024 student-led uprising that led to the removal of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

How a racist video post sparked tension between Trump and Republican senators

After backlash over a Truth Social video depicting the Obamas as apes, US President Donald Trump reportedly lashed out at Republican lawmakers who publicly criticised him.

How Jeffrey Epstein’s ties to palaeontology are roiling the dinosaur research community

Newly released emails have prompted bans, apologies and renewed scrutiny of scientists who stayed in contact with Epstein after his conviction.

What the new emails reveal about Jeffrey Epstein and former Norwegian prime minister Thorbjorn Jagland

Recently released correspondence has exposed a close and transactional relationship between the disgraced financier and a former Norwegian prime minister now charged with corruption.

Why Minnesota protesters say ICE agents showed up at their homes

Court filings describe federal agents allegedly following immigration monitors and later appearing outside their houses, raising pointed questions about retaliation and free speech.