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The US Department of Homeland Security has ended automatic extensions of work permits for migrant workers, impacting thousands of foreign employees, including many Indians, as the Trump administration tightens vetting and security checks.

Trump says US to 'immediately' start testing nuclear weapons: 'Because of other countries...'

This comes after President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday Russia had successfully tested a Poseidon nuclear-powered super torpedo.

Putin claims Russian forces surround two Ukrainian cities, Kyiv denies

Vladimir Putin claimed Russian forces have encircled Ukrainian troops in Pokrovsk and Kupiansk, offering terms for surrender. Kyiv dismissed the claims as false, saying fighting continues and both cities remain under Ukrainian control.

India rejects UN report linking Pahalgam attack to Myanmar refugees as ‘blinkered and baseless’

India rejected a UN report linking the Pahalgam terrorist attack to Myanmar refugees, calling it “blinkered and baseless.” MP Dilip Saikia said the claims lacked factual basis and unfairly maligned India.

Trump says looking forward to meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping

Earlier, during his speech at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit, Trump said the expected trade deal would be good for both countries and “something very exciting for everybody”.

Israel kills more than 100 in strikes after soldier's death, says it still backs ceasefire

The killing of an Israeli soldier in Gaza on Tuesday has triggered the worst escalation there since the ceasefire brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump came into effect on October 10 after two years of war triggered by deadly Hamas-led attacks on Israel.

WHO condemns reported 'horrific' mass killing in Sudan hospital

The capture of El-Fasher on Sunday after an 18-month siege has solidified the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces' control over Darfur, sparking fears of ethnically motivated violence reminiscent of the western region's darkest days.

Centrist D66 party leads in Dutch election exit polls, narrowly ahead of far right

Two exit polls projected D66 to win 27 seats in the 150-seat lower house of parliament, beating far-right leader Geert Wilders' Freedom Party on 25.

Hurricane Melissa wreaks $8 billion in damages and kills dozens

At least 23 people have died across Haiti and 13 are missing, Haiti’s Civil Protection Agency said in a statement, revising the death toll downward on Wednesday.

Trump, Xi to meet seeking truce in damaging trade war

The meeting between the two men, their first face-to-face encounter since 2019, was due to start at 11:00 am (0200 GMT) in Busan, South Korea, according to the White House.

Trump says South Korea has approval to build nuclear-powered submarine

Trump and Lee finalized details of a fraught trade deal at a summit in South Korea on Wednesday.

'We will not tolerate H-1B abuse': Governor DeSantis bans foreign hires at Florida universities

DeSantis said the order aims to curb what he called “H-1B visa abuse” and ensure taxpayer-funded jobs go to qualified US graduates.

Louvre heist suspects 'partially admit' involvement, stolen jewels still missing

Paris prosecutor Laure Beccuau said the two men in detention were suspected of breaking into the museum through an upstairs window, while two accomplices waited on the street below.

Satellite images expose mass killings in Sudan’s El-Fasher after RSF takeover

El-Fasher was seized by the RSF on October 26, marking the fall of the Sudanese military’s last major stronghold in western Darfur.

UK and Vietnam agree deal on illegal migration

The agreement will cut red tape and make it faster and easier to return those with no right to be in the United Kingdom, Britain said.

Russia tests nuclear-capable Poseidon super torpedo, Putin says

There are few confirmed details about the Poseidon, named after the ancient Greek god of the sea, but it is essentially a nuclear-capable cross between a torpedo and a drone.

India slams ‘blinkered’ UN report on Myanmar, rejects link to Pahalgam terror attack

At the UN General Assembly, India denounced a “biased” report by a UN Special Rapporteur on Myanmar, rejecting claims connecting the Pahalgam terror attack to displaced persons from the neighbouring country.

WHO urges ceasefire as hundreds killed in Sudan hospital massacre after El-Fasher falls to paramilitaries

The World Health Organization has urged an immediate ceasefire in Sudan after reports that more than 460 people were killed inside a hospital following the paramilitary capture of El-Fasher, amid mounting evidence of mass killings and ethnic violence.

Bangladesh bets on a broken partner: Why reviving economic ties with Pakistan may backfire | Explained

Behind the optics of goodwill lies a risky political and economic calculation. Bangladesh’s engagement with an economy on the brink of collapse raises more doubts than optimism.

Sheikh Hasina breaks silence from exile, says won’t leave India without ‘legitimate government’ in Bangladesh

Ousted former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, speaking from New Delhi, said she will not return to Bangladesh under a government formed after elections that exclude her party, calling the ban on the Awami League “unjust and self-defeating.”

Hurricane Melissa devastates Jamaica as strongest storm on record, slams eastern Cuba

Hurricane Melissa, the most powerful storm ever to hit Jamaica, left the island devastated before striking eastern Cuba with deadly winds and floods, forcing mass evacuations and widespread power outages.

‘World’s unluckiest robber’: Russian man caught after dropping phone, leaving ID at crime scene | Video

A bungling thief in Sochi made it easy for police to catch him after dropping his phone, stealing another, and losing his jacket with his ID inside during a failed robbery.

Wall Street climbs on US Fed day as Nvidia hits $5 trillion market valuation

A renewed tech rally sent the S&P 500 up for a fifth straight day, putting the gauge on track for its longest streak of monthly gains since 2021

Pakistan warns 'we can obliterate the Taliban regime' after Istanbul talks collapse

Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif issued a sharp warning to Kabul after Istanbul talks brokered by Turkey and Qatar failed to secure a truce following deadly border clashes.

Russia tests nuclear-powered super torpedo ‘Poseidon’, says Valdimir Putin

The Russian president stressed the importance of ensuring that the country’s military personnel remain informed about the latest strategic weapons

Nvidia storms past $5 trillion valuation as AI boom powers meteoric rise

The milestone underscores the company's swift transformation from a niche graphics-chip designer into the backbone of the global AI industry

China unleashes media blitz on Taiwan before Xi-Trump meet

Beijing ramps up state media campaign asserting its Taiwan claims ahead of Xi-Trump meeting, signaling no tolerance for independence.

‘They won’t let her live normally’: Brigitte Macron’s daughter tells court gender rumors have ‘destroyed’ mother’s mental health

Brigitte Macron’s daughter testified that the false claims have left the first lady battling anxiety and social humiliation.

Some Amazon workers found out they were fired after early-morning text messages: Report

Amazon issued the pink slips before the employees reached their offices, a report by the Business Insider said

Who is Chani Nattan? Canada-based Punjabi singer targeted in the Bishnoi gang’s latest shooting

The Bishnoi gang has claimed responsibility for firing outside Punjabi singer Chani Nattan’s home in British Columbia, days after similar attacks on Kapil Sharma’s café, raising alarms over escalating gang-linked violence in Canada.

US, South Korea finalize trade deal after months of talks

Both South Korea and the US had played down the notion that the two sides could finalize the agreement, which will see the US cap tariffs on South Korean goods at 15%, during Trump’s visit.

Illegal crossings by Indians into US plunge to 4-year low: What led to the sharp decline | Explained

The number of Indian nationals caught attempting to enter the US illegally fell to 34,146 in FY2024, a 62% decline from the previous year, as stricter border controls and rising awareness of migration risks slowed “dunki route” movements.

Trump's crypto empire: Big profits, bigger questions | Who’s investing, what’s at stake, and why it matters

In short, the Trump family’s crypto machine is profitable, global and in many ways opaque. As one expert put it, the business model offers access, prestige and a powerful brand.

At least 64 killed as Rio police launch deadliest-ever raids on drug gangs

Bodies piled up in Rio de Janeiro’s favelas on Tuesday as 2,500 heavily armed officers carried out Brazil’s largest police operation against drug traffickers, leaving at least 64 dead and drawing UN condemnation.

Rescue helicopter crash-lands near Everest Base Camp amid heavy snowfall in Nepal

A rescue helicopter operated by Nepal’s Altitude Air crash-landed in the Khumbu region near Everest Base Camp on Wednesday while attempting to aid stranded trekkers amid severe snowfall; the pilot escaped with minor injuries.

Punjabi-origin businessman Darshan Singh Sahsi gunned down in Canada | Watch

A 68-year-old Punjabi-origin entrepreneur, Darshan Singh Sahsi, was shot dead outside his home in Abbotsford, British Columbia, in what police believe was a targeted attack, as chilling CCTV footage of the incident surfaced online.

Pakistan’s ISI finds a new base in Bangladesh: How the secret deal puts India’s eastern flank at risk | Explained

The development comes amid a rapid expansion of military cooperation between Bangladesh and Pakistan since the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s government in 2024.

‘Hope we have a deal’: Trump optimistic ahead of talks with China’s Xi in South Korea

US President Donald Trump voiced optimism about reaching a trade agreement with Chinese leader Xi Jinping during their meeting in South Korea, calling it a chance to strengthen ties between the world’s two largest economies.

Nvidia nears historic $5 trillion valuation in fresh AI-fueled rally

The milestone marks Nvidia's evolution from a niche graphics-chip maker into the backbone of the global AI industry, vaulting past peers Apple, Microsoft and Alphabet

Inside Jaish’s new ‘female jihad’: How Masood Azhar is radicalising Pakistani women to fight its ‘enemies’ in India

Azhar’s promise that women will be trained like men and taught to see violence as a path to paradise is deeply dangerous. It signals a widening pool of potential operatives and supporters.

Decoding Hurricane Melissa: Where it’s headed, when winds hit, and what to watch next

A powerful Category 4 storm leaves widespread flooding and damage across the Caribbean.

Cuba’s hurricane reality, explained: Why Melissa matters now

A concise explainer on why Cuba so often sits in a hurricane’s path, what history tells us, and what to expect as Melissa nears.

Why white-collar job losses are rising with AI: A full picture of the 2025 shift

A closer look at how major employers are cutting office roles, why AI is often the trigger, and what displaced workers can do now.

Why CEOs are cracking down on texting in meetings

A growing number of corporate leaders—from Airbnb’s Brian Chesky to JPMorgan Chase’s Jamie Dimon—say constant device use is eroding focus, respect, and productivity at work.

Inside Gaza’s new ‘Yellow Line’: Why Israel’s temporary divide may become permanent

The dividing line that emerged from the recent cease-fire is now being fortified with trenches, berms and outposts — signalling a deeper, more lasting partition.

‘Charlie’s Angels’ moment: Malaysian female bodyguards go viral after leaping onto moving SUV at ASEAN Summit

Two Malaysian female bodyguards went viral after a video showed them leaping onto a moving SUV while escorting foreign delegates at the ASEAN Summit, earning praise for their agility and professionalism.

Pakistan's chilling warning to Taliban rulers as Afghan talks collapse: 'Own peril and doom'

The remark comes a day after talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan collapsed in the Turkish capital.

US Fed rate cut likely today: Here's why analysts feel Powell will announce a 25 bps rate cut

Softer inflation growth and weak jobs market will likely push Federal Reserve to cut interest rates again.

Hurricane Melissa headed to Cuba: What makes it ‘storm of the century’

Extensive damage was reported in parts of southern and southwestern Jamaica, including four damaged hospitals and more than half a million customers without power.

Why returning hostage bodies matters and endangers Gaza–Israel truce

The slow return of hostage remains between Israel and Hamas has become a deeply emotional and politically sensitive issue, threatening the fragile ceasefire as both sides accuse each other of delaying exchanges.