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Colombian President Gustavo Petro said he may “take up arms” after threats from US President Donald Trump, as tensions escalated following Washington’s military action against neighbouring Venezuela.

India cautions nationals in Iran amid violent protests, warns citizens against non-essential travel

India on Tuesday issued a travel advisory urging its nationals to avoid non-essential travel to Iran in view of the ongoing violent protests in the country.

Trump’s Venezuela gamble through China’s eyes: Why Beijing is cheering optics but fearing the fallout | Explained

China views Trump’s Venezuela strike as a strategic gift because it validates Beijing’s critique of US unilateralism and weakens Washington’s moral standing.

Iran defies US warnings as protest crackdown deepens, children among dead

Iran has intensified its protest crackdown, killing children and arresting minors, while openly defying warnings from US President Donald Trump and insisting it will show “no leniency” toward so-called rioters.

Saudi Arabia tests bond market appetite with new dollar deal

The kingdom plans to sell notes with maturities ranging from three to 30 years, according to a person familiar with the matter.

Another minority horror in Bangladesh: Hindu widow gang-raped, tied to tree, hair cut off and act recorded

The woman was raped on the same day that Khokon Chandra Das, a Hindu man, died after being attacked and set ablaze by a mob in the Shariatpur district.

Deadlier than Tejas, cheaper than F-35: What South Korea’s KF-21 Boramae brings to the skies

Developed by Korea Aerospace Industries, the twin-engine multirole fighter has been in development since 2010 and is intended to replace the Republic of Korea Air Force’s ageing F-4 and F-5 fleets.

‘Fulfil your prior commitments with us’: China warns Pakistan on delayed CPEC delivery

China has sharply pressed Pakistan to deliver long-delayed CPEC commitments, flagging security failures, infrastructure delays and transparency concerns, while linking future funding to compliance and warning that Pakistan “has to deliver its best.”

Chevron, US oil stocks rally as Trump vows Venezuela revival

Trump said US oil companies will spend billions of dollars to rebuild Venezuela’s crumbling energy infrastructure and restore the nation’s oil sector to its former glory.

JD Vance’s Ohio home attacked, several windows damaged; intruder arrested: What we know so far

Images published by local media outlets showed visible damage to windows at the property, though investigators have not yet confirmed how the damage was caused or whether any weapons or tools were involved.

Chevron, US oil stocks rally as Trump vows Venezuela revival

Trump said US oil companies will spend billions of dollars to rebuild Venezuela’s crumbling energy infrastructure and restore the nation’s oil sector to its former glory.

Maduro mocked Trump’s warnings with ‘No War, Yes Peace’ dance: Did his on-air stunt backfire? WATCH

The dance video aired shortly after the United States carried out a strike on a Venezuelan dock that Washington said was being used for drug trafficking in November last year.

'Surprising, well-prepared and carefully planned': How Pakistan is overselling Jaishankar-Sadiq Dhaka handshake

Pakistan’s eagerness to portray a fleeting handshake as a breakthrough comes against the backdrop of its deep diplomatic isolation following the May 2025 conflict.

Another incident against Asim Munir critic: 'Mysterious fire' at Pak journalist's US house; internet sees 'troubling pattern'

The incident sparked speculations on social media about the possible involvement of rogue Pakistani elements.

Sharada Iyer, sister of singer Chitra Iyer, dies during trek in Oman

Singer Chitra Iyer’s sister died in a trekking accident in Oman, while in a separate tragedy, four Indian expatriates, including three siblings, were killed in a car crash in Abu Dhabi.

Islamabad's illusion of prosperity: Why Rs 3 lakh a month in Pakistan falls short of Rs 1 lakh in India | Explained

Debating whether 3 lakh rupees makes someone an “Indian-equivalent lakhpati” misses the larger truth. The real story is not about currency conversion, but about economic decay.

China’s Xi takes veiled swipe at US over ‘unilateral, bullying’ actions in Venezuela

Chinese leaders criticised unilateral “bullying” actions, indirectly targeting the US, while defending sovereignty and international law amid rising tensions over Venezuela and wider global instability.

Greenland, Cuba, Colombia and Mexico: Who could Donald Trump target next after Venezuela?

Trump’s actions in Venezuela have shown that he is willing to back rhetoric with military force. His comments since then suggest a worldview where sovereignty is conditional and power is asserted openly.

Indian couple killed in US road accident, Two children critical

A Telugu couple from Andhra Pradesh died in a US road accident, leaving two children critically injured, while a separate case saw a Telugu woman found stabbed to death in Maryland.

Pakistan and China call for 'visible and verifiable' steps against Afghan-based terror groups

The statement issued Monday followed talks between Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi, who met in Beijing on December 4.

US media knew about Trump’s Venezuela raid before it happened: Why they held back reporting | Explained

The revelations come after Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro was captured during a US military operation in Caracas over the weekend. He was scheduled to appear before a federal judge in New York on Monday.

GST refunds, corruption and delays: Why Pakistan’s Foreign Office is facing flak from foreign missions

One of the most persistent grievances relates to Goods and Services Tax refunds that foreign missions are entitled to under diplomatic conventions.

Venezuela’s acting president seeks US cooperation after Maduro’s capture, calls for ‘shared development’

Striking a conciliatory tone after Nicolás Maduro’s arrest, Acting President Delcy Rodríguez offered cooperation with Washington on “shared development,” even as Donald Trump warned of further strikes and pushed to reopen Venezuela’s oil sector.

Trump locks up Nicolas Maduro in ‘Hell on Earth’: Why MDC Brooklyn is one of America’s most troubled jails

The jail has previously held several high-profile detainees, including music stars R Kelly and Sean Combs, making it a familiar name in headline-grabbing prosecutions.

Robots that ‘feel’ pain: the new electronic skin bringing machines closer to human touch

Robots are about to experience the world in a way we never thought possible. Scientists in Hong Kong have developed a new electronic skin that allows humanoid machines not only to feel touch but also to detect pain and react reflexively, similar to a human being. Such a development can make robots safer, more intuitive to work with, and better equipped to live outside controlled factory floors in the future.

Eerie prediction: Peruvian shaman foresaw Maduro’s fall days before US capture

It began as just another seasonal forecast. Then real world events gave it an unexpected spotlight. Every December, shamans across Peru share their predictions for the year ahead. The practice is old, familiar, and widely covered by local television and newspapers. These forecasts are usually broad, touching on politics, weather, conflict, and public health. Most are treated as cultural tradition rather than serious political analysis.

A quiet discovery in the Great Salt Lake that no one saw coming

It started as ordinary fieldwork and ended with scientists questioning what they thought they knew. In one of the harshest lakes in North America, a living creature was found where almost no one expected life at all.

An old cartoon, a new crisis: why a 2007 sketch is trending now

A political cartoon that was drawn nearly twenty years ago is suddenly everywhere again. The image, shared widely in the aftermath of recent developments in Venezuela, has revived debates of US foreign policy and coincidence, or how people read meaning into history.

Trump says Cuba is ‘ready to fall,’ warns Colombia and Mexico after Maduro’s capture

After the US seizure of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, President Donald Trump claimed Cuba was “ready to fall” and issued fresh warnings to Colombia and Mexico, triggering regional backlash.

Bangladesh bans IPL broadcasts and promotions: Mustafizur Rahman controversy and fallout explained

The fallout did not stop at broadcast restrictions. In a further escalation, the Bangladesh Cricket Board decided not to send its national team to India for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.

America First versus intervention: Why Venezuela is splitting the MAGA coalition

Donald Trump’s decision to use US military force to capture Nicolás Maduro has thrilled parts of the Republican base but unsettled others who backed him for ending foreign wars. The fallout is exposing fresh cracks inside the MAGA movement.

Why Iran’s rulers are in survival mode as unrest grows at home and threats mount abroad

Iran’s leadership is confronting a rare convergence of pressures, with spreading protests fuelled by economic collapse colliding with warnings of military action from the United States and Israel.

How Venezuela shattered the illusion of an anti-war Trump presidency

The Venezuela operation lays bare how far the America First promise can stretch when strategic resources are at stake.

Marco Rubio’s Venezuela problem: Toppling Maduro was the easy part

After years pushing for regime change, the US secretary of state is now tasked with helping run a fractured country of 29 million, manage its oil wealth and avoid a nation-building disaster.

Maduro’s Nike Tech Fleece arrest outfit goes viral: where to buy the grey tracksuit from US capture

A photo of Nicolás Maduro in a grey Nike Tech Fleece after his capture by US forces went viral, sparking memes, search spikes, and a global social media frenzy amid escalating US-Venezuela tensions.

How people are recovering from AI-fuelled delusions by reconnecting with real humans

As cases of chatbot-induced paranoia and obsession draw scrutiny, a small online community has become a lifeline for those trying to reclaim their mental footing.

Accused ex-boyfriend, unknown motive, last Instagram post: What we know so far about Indian woman found dead in the US

The killing of 27-year-old Indian national Nikitha Godishala has sparked outrage as US police charge her ex-boyfriend with murder and launch an international manhunt after he fled the country.

Trump releases immigrant welfare data for 120 countries: Why India does not appear on the list

A welfare usage chart shared by US President Donald Trump highlights several Asian countries but omits India, underscoring the Indian-American community’s high income levels and low reliance on public assistance.

Venezuela's Maduro to appear in US court, Trump says further strikes possible

Trump told reporters on Sunday that he could order another strike if Venezuela does not cooperate with U.S. efforts to open up its oil industry and stop drug trafficking.

The Venezuela Strike: Stable oil supply, but heightened global uncertainty

Despite the dramatic U.S. military capture of Nicolás Maduro, Venezuela's marginal oil production—under 1% of global supply—ensures stable near-term flows, yet escalating geopolitical risks could inject lasting uncertainty into energy and financial markets.

Nicolas Maduro’s Indian connection: How Sathya Sai Baba shaped his private life

`That bond, rooted in devotion to Indian spiritual leader Sathya Sai Baba, followed him from the corridors of diplomacy to the highest office in Venezuela and remained visible even at the height of his power.

Maduro yelps in pain, says ‘Good night, Happy New Year’ as US flies him to New York | Watch

Viral footage showing Nicolás Maduro appearing to yelp in pain during his US capture has sharpened global scrutiny as his transfer to New York deepens Venezuela’s political crisis and international tensions.

Trump announces US takeover of Venezuela’s oil sector: What India stands to gain and what it risks losing | Explained

The possibility of revived oil production under US oversight, the unlocking of long-stuck Indian investments, and the broader geopolitical implications of regime change have put India in a delicate position.

Is Greenland next? Denmark’s PM tells Trump to ‘stop the threats,’ warns US has no right to annex

Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen strongly rejected US claims on Greenland, insisting the territory’s sovereignty is non-negotiable and already protected under NATO.

₹27 lakh bet turns into ₹3.9 crore after US captures Venezuela’s President Maduro

A Polymarket account created in late December placed a $30,000 bet, around Rs 27 lakh, on Maduro’s exit from power on Friday.

Trump says he doesn’t believe Ukrainian strike targeted Putin’s residence

President Donald Trump disputes Kremlin claims of a Ukrainian drone attack, saying U.S. officials found no evidence the Russian president’s residence was hit.

Who was Nikitha Godishala? Indian woman found dead in US, ex-boyfriend flees to India

Nikitha Godishala, 27, was discovered with stab wounds in Columbia, Maryland, days after her ex-boyfriend Arjun Sharma reported her missing and fled to India.

OPINION | US action in Venezuela is an exercise of raw power; India should be wary

The case of Venezuela serves as a warning that universal norms are fading and power-based hierarchies are rising. India must adapt carefully, strengthening its stance in a world where raw power has returned to the forefront of history

Is the Trump-Musk bromance back? Mar-a-Lago dinner fuels speculation

The dinner followed Musk’s public praise for Trump earlier on Saturday after US forces carried out a military operation in Venezuela that resulted in the capture of President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores.

Trump claims Modi acted to ‘make me happy,’ praises him as ‘a good man’

Trump said Modi acted to “make me happy” and linked India’s stance on Russian oil to potential trade consequences.