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The announcement came after reports that two envoys of US President Donald Trump were en route to Egypt to discuss the release, signalling close coordination between Israel and the US.

Trump plans to federalise 300 troops in Illinois, as judge blocks similar mobilisation in Oregon

Trump has characterised both Portland and Chicago as cities rife with crime and unrest, calling the former a “war zone” and suggesting apocalyptic force was needed to quell problems in the latter.

Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump administration from deploying troops in Portland

The Defence Department had said it was placing 200 members of Oregon's National Guard under federal control for 60 days to protect federal property at locations where protests are occurring or likely to occur after Trump called the city “war-ravaged.”

Netanyahu hopes to announce release of all hostages from Gaza 'in coming days'

In a brief statement late Saturday, Netanyahu said he has sent a delegation to Egypt “to finalise technical details,” adding that “our goal is to contain these negotiations to a time frame of a few days.”

Hope speaks a universal language; fight for dignity, democracy same: Rahul in Colombia

Rahul Gandhi is on an over a week-long visit to Latin American countries Colombia, Brazil, Peru and Chile. .

Move quickly on peace deal or all bets off: Donald Trump to Hamas

'Hamas must move quickly, or else all bets will be off. I will not tolerate delay, which many think will happen, or any outcome where Gaza poses a threat again,' Donald Trump wrote on his Truth Social account

Why China’s H-1B-like K visa has sparked backlash amid job woes at home

China's K Visa: Critics have questioned the value of a STEM bachelor’s degree as a criterion for top talent, with some viewing the policy as unfairly favouring foreign graduates over those who finish their studies in Chin

Pakistan government, PoK protesters sign 25-point agreement after days of unrest and violence

A high-powered monitoring and implementation committee will oversee the enforcement of the agreement to ensure compliance by both sides.

UK PM Keir Starmer to visit India on October 8-9 for first official trip at PM Modi's invitation

Prime Minister Starmer and Prime Minister Modi will meet in Mumbai on October 9 to review the progress of the India–UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

'Don't know who killed him', says brother of Indian student from Hyderabad killed in Texas; Consulate assures support

Official X account of the Consulate General of India in Houston posted on X confirming the death of the Indian student in Texas and said that it is in touch with his family and extending all possible assistance.

More than 67,000 Palestinians have been killed in the Israel-Hamas war: Gaza’s Health Ministry

Around 400,000 Palestinians have fled famine-stricken Gaza City since Israel launched a major offensive last month aimed at occupying it, but hundreds of thousands remain, many because they cannot afford to leave or are too weak to make the journey.

Russian strike targets passenger train in Ukraine, killing one injuring dozens | Video

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy condemned the attack, calling it “a brutal Russian drone strike on the railway station in Shostka, Sumy region

MNCs like P&G, Shell wrap up operations in Pakistan; experts cite 'promotional ethics'

Business and economy journalist Khurram Hussain told Dawn that the companies have their own reasons for exiting from Pakistan and it is not about the country as much it is about restructuring within the companies themselves.

Munich Airport resumes flights after drone scare, delays expected

Flights at Munich airport resumed Saturday after a drone scare caused a second shutdown in two days, affecting over 6,500 passengers. Authorities deployed police and helicopters amid rising European security concerns.

How Israel’s strike in Qatar forced Trump to push Netanyahu toward a Gaza peace plan

A surprise attack in Doha reshaped diplomacy and pressured Israel to accept US-backed negotiations.

Is Pakistan playing both China and US? Asim Munir pitches Trump a $1.2 billion Arabian Sea port to counter Gwadar

The Pasni plan reflects Pakistan’s pattern of overpromising and underdelivering. After decades of backing terrorists, straining ties with the West, and becoming dependent on Chinese loans, Islamabad is now offering yet another “reset.”

The politics behind Trump’s $100,000 visa fee for skilled foreign workers

A simmering scandal involving foreign workers and American technology jobs has finally spilled over into policy with wide-ranging implications.

Israeli air strikes on Gaza kill six amid Trump-backed peace plan

Israeli air strikes and artillery shelling killed six people in Gaza, including children, despite US President Donald Trump’s call to halt bombings after Hamas agreed to a ceasefire under his peace plan.

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs sentenced to four years: What comes next after his high-profile trial

The music mogul apologized to victims and family, but faces years in prison as his legal fight continues.

China’s Arctic gamble: Why Beijing is pushing ships through a risky sea route

The Northern Sea Route is quicker trade but with vast environmental and geopolitical hazards.

Can the Isle of Wight keep its economy afloat amid setbacks and new opportunities?

Britain's biggest island is threatened by manufacturing losses, population aging, and tourism decline—but some sectors are still placing their bets on its future.

Sanae Takaichi set to be Japan’s first woman PM amid U.S. trade and security tensions

Sanae Takaichi has won leadership of Japan’s ruling party, set to become the country’s first female prime minister, facing challenges including an ageing population, economic pressures, immigration concerns, and U.S. trade and security tensions.

Hamas partially accepts Trump's peace plan, but what are the key issues that remain unresolved?

Hamas has agreed to release all Israeli hostages and hand over Gaza’s administration under Trump’s 20-point peace plan, but critical issues like disarmament, foreign oversight, and timelines remain unresolved.

IDF confirms "implementation of first stage of Trump's plan to free the hostages"

According to the report, Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir held talks with the top general of Israel to assess the situation in light of the development.

Netanyahu confirms 'immediate implementation' on Trump’s hostage release plan

Israel announced it is moving to implement the first stage of President Donald Trump’s plan to release hostages in Gaza, following Hamas’ positive response, with full cooperation to end the ongoing conflict.

Hamas agrees to Trump's Gaza peace plan: How world leaders reacted

Hamas responded positively to President Donald Trump’s Gaza peace plan, prompting global reactions. Leaders, including PM Modi and UN officials, welcomed the move, while Israel halted bombings to facilitate hostages’ safe return.

India, UK quantum computing tie-up in focus ahead of UK PM’s Mumbai visit

The project builds on quantum as a key pillar of the India-UK Technology Security Initiative (TSI), with a mission to cultivate healthier soil microbes and unlock new strategies for protecting crops in arid and climate-vulnerable regions.

'This is a big day': Trump thanks Arab and Muslim nations for supporting peace plan, expresses hope for hostages’ return

President Donald Trump praised Arab and Muslim nations for supporting the Middle East peace plan, calling it “a big day,” and expressed hope that hostages would soon be returned to their families.

Trump’s $100,000 H-1B fee draws rare rebuke from US businesses

In a letter sent Friday to Trump, roughly a dozen industry organizations representing chipmakers, software companies and retailers said the new fee threatens to crimp a crucial talent pipeline of foreign skilled workers and leave critical jobs unfilled.

Is Trump preparing to expand U.S. military powers at home and abroad?

President Donald Trump is taking unprecedented steps to expand military authority, targeting drug cartels abroad and potentially deploying troops domestically, raising legal, constitutional, and civil liberties concerns among experts and lawmakers.

Japan's ruling party LDP to vote for new leader, hopes to regain public trust

Five candidates — two currently serving and three former ministers — are vying for the LDP presidency.

'Military families already seeking food assistance': White House warns of rising strain on troops during shutdown

The White House warned that the Democrat-led government shutdown has left 1.3 million U.S. service members unpaid, forcing military families to seek food assistance and threatening wider economic and security consequences.

Meet Arun Subramanian: Indian-American judge who sentenced Sean 'Diddy' Combs to 50 months

Arun Subramanian, the first South Asian federal judge in Manhattan, is known for his calm authority and balanced approach in high-profile cases.

Russia launches massive strikes on Ukrainian military and gas infrastructure

Russia’s latest assault, targeting key military sites and gas facilities, marks the largest drone and missile attack on Ukraine to date, killing civilians including an infant.

Munich Airport suspends flights again amid suspected drone sightings

Dozens of flights were canceled and over 6,000 passengers affected as authorities investigate potential drone incursions near Munich, raising security concerns across Europe.

Defense Secretary Hegseth fires Navy Chief of staff Jon Harrison amid Pentagon shakeup

Harrison, a powerful Trump-era aide, was dismissed following Navy Undersecretary Hung Cao’s confirmation and amid broader Pentagon personnel changes.

US Treasury weighs Trump $1 coin for America’s 250th Independence anniversary

Draft Trump $1 coin for 2026 shows him with clenched fist and “fight, fight, fight” slogan alongside a liberty-themed profile.

Qatar begins coordination with Egypt, US on Trump’s Gaza peace plan after Hamas signals acceptance

Qatar has launched mediation efforts with Egypt and the US after Hamas signaled readiness to engage with President Trump’s Gaza peace plan, as the UN urged all sides to seize the opportunity to end the conflict.

Trump says Hamas ready for 'lasting peace,' tells Israel to halt Gaza bombing

Trump says Hamas ready for “lasting peace” as group signals willingness to release hostages under his Gaza proposal.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs sentenced to 4 years and 2 months in prison in sex workers case

Sean “Diddy” Combs was sentenced to four years and two months in prison and a $500,000 fine for transporting individuals across state lines for drug-fueled sexual encounters.

Russian warships engage in aggressive Maneuvers near Danish naval forces, Denmark reports

Danish intelligence warns of heightened risk of accidental clashes after Russian warships aimed weapons at Danish ships and aircraft in the Baltic-North Sea straits.

Hamas agrees to release all Israeli hostages under Trump’s Gaza peace plan

Hamas agrees to release all Israeli hostages under Trump’s Gaza peace plan as the U.S. pushes for a ceasefire and full Israeli withdrawal.

Sean “Diddy” Combs breaks down in tears as children plead for leniency at sentencing hearing

Sean “Diddy” Combs broke down in tears as his children pleaded for leniency during his sentencing hearing for transporting individuals across state lines for prostitution.

Trump-Epstein statue reinstalled on National Mall days After removal | Watch

A 10-foot bronze statue of Donald Trump holding hands with Jeffrey Epstein, titled “Why Can’t We Be Friends?”, has returned to the National Mall after being removed for permit violations.

July-August witness 50% drop in Indian students heading to US colleges: Trump’s visa rules to blame?

With India being the single largest source of international students for the US, this sudden dip threatens not just academic diversity but also the finances of American universities that depend heavily on global enrolments.

French photojournalist Antoni Lallican killed by Russian drone strike in Ukraine’s Donbas

Veteran photojournalist Antoni Lallican, whose work chronicled the Ukraine war, was killed in a Russian drone attack in Donbas, marking the first journalist death by drone in the conflict.

US carries out new strike against alleged drug vessel near Venezuela

In a post on X, Hegseth the strike was carried out in international waters, just off the coast of Venezuela

‘America is special’: Indian graduate Ananya Joshi leaves US after failing to find job

Northwestern University graduate Ananya Joshi left the US after failing to secure work within her visa period, highlighting the challenges international students face in chasing the “American Dream.”

US dollar on track for multi-week losses as shutdown weighs; yen slips

The US nonfarm payrolls report for September was due for release on Friday, but was not published due to the government closure