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Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed in principle to restart trilateral negotiations involving Russia, Ukraine and the United States after November 10, a Kremlin official said on Wednesday. The development comes amid continued efforts to explore a diplomatic path towards ending the war in Ukraine. Putin's foreign affairs adviser, Yuri Ushakov, shared the update with reporters following a meeting between the Russian president and Steve Witkoff -- an envoy of US President Donald Trump. Acco

US special envoy Steve Witkoff met Russian President Vladimir Putin in St Petersburg on Wednesday for talks on Russia's war against Ukraine, as US President Donald Trump stepped up pressure on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to reach a settlement with Moscow. The meeting came a day after Witkoff held discussions with Zelenskyy and European leaders in Oslo, Norway, as Washington sought to revive its efforts to end the conflict. Witkoff said he hoped to discuss resuming trilateral negotiat

Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has raised questions over the alleged plans of senior government bureaucrats to move abroad permanently, claiming that some officials had made arrangements to settle overseas while continuing to serve in influential government positions. In a post on X on October 18, Asif alleged that several officials had secured homes or established plans for permanent residency in countries such as Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom and other European nations.

At least 11 passengers were killed and more than 30 others injured after a speeding bus hit a divider and overturned in Pakistan's Punjab province on Wednesday, officials said. The accident occurred in Rajanpur, around 500 kilometres from Lahore, while the bus was travelling from Karachi to Dera Ghazi Khan district.

There was a time when a mid-match hamstring pull to Ousmane Dembele, coupled with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia operating at less than 100%, would have triggered panic inside the Parc des Princes. Paris Saint-Germain had a fragile ecosystem of superstar egos for years - brilliant when the stars aligned, but deeply vulnerable the moment adversity struck.

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said the US and India are pretty close to making a trade deal, which will be much different than the earlier pacts. While speaking to reporters at the Oval...

Even as US President Donald Trump continues to stress that he would never allow Iran to go nuclear, Tehran has reportedly refused to surrender the stockpile of its enriched uranium under a potential agreement. Further, the Islamic Republic has reiterated that no talks would be held with the United States until the demands raised by it are fulfilled.

In a shocking development, a drone strike on a market in Abyei, a border region disputed by Sudan and South Sudan, hit a nearby fuel depot, killing at least 153 people and igniting a fire that was still burning on Tuesday, a local official said.

While SpaceX founder Elon Musk pushes to bring the Starlink services to India, his company has come under scanner over a report that he had ordered restrictions on Starshield, a low-Earth-orbit and military-grade satellite communication...

The differences between US President Donald Trump and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy have clearly began to emerge, with the former once again issuing to warning to the latter on Tuesday (local time) and underlining that it is time for him to make a deal with the Russians and bring an end to the conflict that began in February 2022.

Iran-backed Houthi rebels launched a ballistic missile attack on a military camp in Yemen's southern Shabwa province on Monday, killing at least 53 soldiers and injuring around 200 recruits, Yemeni military officials and the provincial government said. The Houthis acknowledged targeting the camp, in one of the deadliest attacks since fighting intensified again this summer.

Amid violent protests in France, US President Donald Trump on Monday (local time) issued a stark warning regarding the future of Europe, saying that France and the broader continent face total collapse unless they immediately seal their borders and deport migrants who hate their countries. And, as you know, Paris is going to be a Muslim city very soon. And that wasnt the deal. That wasnt the deal. I told Emmanuel Macron , you should close up your borders, Trump said.

The Indian Embassy in Rome on Monday advised Indian nationals across Italy to exercise caution and avoid crowded areas amid protests and demonstrations in several cities. The embassy urged Indians to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions in view of the ongoing demonstrations.

In a tragic incident, a US Air Force serviceman (airman) died after falling from a height of around 170 feet during a military demonstration at the Alamodome stadium in San Antonio, Texas, ahead of a football match attended by nearly 23,000 spectators. The serviceman was rushed to a hospital after receiving immediate medical attention on the field, but he succumbed to his injuries. The deceased has been identified as Technical Sergeant Ian Patterson.

The protest in France have gathered worldwide attention, as authorities struggle to control the riot and the looting in the country. President Emmanuel Macron has vowed action against those responsible for violence and their alleged attempts to bring a Republic down.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned that a future US president could adopt a hostile stance towards Israel, urging the country to strengthen its international partnerships with nations such as India and countries in Latin America. Presenting his security doctrine on Sunday, Netanyahu said Israel must prepare for a possible shift in Washington's policy while using the remaining years of US President Donald Trump's current term to consolidate its position.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday indicated that the proposed US-India trade deal was close to finalisation, saying Washington was working to conclude negotiations with New Delhi. Rubio, who is currently in Uzbekistan, is scheduled to visit Mumbai on Tuesday, where he will meet External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, before travelling to Jamnagar later in the week.

French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday pledged uncompromising legal action against violent rioters following widespread violence, arson and looting across mainland France and its overseas territories. At the same time, he announced government measures to...

Russia's President Vladimir Putin has proposed a three-day summit his US counterpart Donald Trump and China's Xi Jinping next month, aiming to end the conflict with Ukraine that began in February 2022 ins Moscow's favour. The development comes as Putin seeks further improving his relations with Trump, a move that has irked Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

A massive fire broke out at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Wainwright in Alberta, Canada, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries, according to CBC. Canadian authorities are coordinating with provincial and local officials to respond to the incident and provide assistance to those affected.

As France continues to remain on the edge amid protests and riots that have spiralled across the country, the police have detained a record 855 people in Paris, said officials on Sunday. This, officials said, is a ecord figure, with many believing that the level of violence has hit a level that France has never seen.

US Vice President JD Vance has clarified that his controversial description of H-1B visa workers as indentured servants was aimed at American companies and the visa system, rather than the workers themselves. His remarks came after India criticised the terminology as deeply offensive, citing its painful historical and colonial connotations.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said the waiver of sanctions on Russia and tariffs on countries importing Russian oil, including India, provides a 60-day window for the Donald Trump administration to assess the potential impact of the measures on the global and US economies.

Rioters clashed with police, looted stores and set property on fire in central Milan on Saturday during a demonstration against wars and rising living costs. The violence led to the evacuation of Piazza del Duomo...

A historic building in the French town of Limoges has been largely lost after being set on fire by rioters, as violent demonstrations against rising living costs and in support of students' demands spread across France. The Limoges Town Hall, built in 1883 and designated a historic landmark in 1975, suffered extensive damage in the fire. The incident came amid a wave of unrest in several French cities , with protesters setting vehicles ablaze, looting shops and clashing with police.

At least 10 people have died and nine others have been injured after a fire broke out at a seaside resort in Cox's Bazar, in south-eastern Bangladesh, on Saturday morning. The blaze gutted the three-storey...

Rejecting a report by a human rights expert of the United Nations (UN) that the country's youth are facing etaliation and stigmatisation for discussing mental health or gender justice, India has said that the allegations are completely unverified and added that such claims should be verified before vilifying issues.

Music composer Anirudh Ravichander is all set to marry Sunrisers Hyderabad CEO Kavya Maran in November. The news has sparked interest among fans following months of rumours and speculation about their wedding.

Relief for India, China as Trump waives sanctions, tariffs on Russian oil and gas purchases More to follow...

While Saudi Arabia continues struggling against Yemen-based Houthis, US President Donald Trump has indicated that the kingdom might accept assistance from Israel to deal with the Iran-backed militia, stressing it might help in reviving efforts...

White House press secretary Katie Zacharia is transitioning out of her role after a brief and turbulent tenure as US President Donald Trump's chief spokesperson, according to a person familiar with the matter. The development...

A controversy over a beef khichdi feast near a temple at Jagannath University in Bangladesh 's capital Dhaka has escalated into a wider dispute over religious sensitivities, campus rules and students' right to organise events. A group of students from the university's Islamic History and Culture department has announced plans to slaughter a cow and organise a beef feast on Friday (October 16) coinciding with Maha Shashthi -- the first day of Durga Puja celebrations. The proposed event comes days

An Emirati royal was found unconscious on a west London street after taking cocaine in the days before the incident, while a young child in her care was left unattended nearby.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Canada on December 11 and 12 following a productiveconversation with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney , as the two countries seek to strengthen bilateral relations after a prolonged diplomatic rift.

Three children among five dead in school shooting in Oregon; suspect likely killed

Ukraine is facing growing uncertainty over its military support from the United States. Recent problems with satellite communications and a lack of advance warnings before Russian missile strikes have raised questions about whether Washington is...

At least 22 people, including 21students and a female teacher, were killed and 21 others injured after the roof of a private school collapsed in Peshawars Afridi Abad locality on Thursday, AFP reported.

With preparations underway for Hajj 2027 following the successful completion of Hajj 2026, the Consulate General of India in Jeddah has established an additional control room at the Indian Hajj Pilgrims Office (IHPO) in Mecca to assist Indian nationals affected by ongoing flight disruptions in Saudi Arabia , particularly Umrah pilgrims.

A 19-year-old US teenager who identifies as a sociopathic white supremacist neo Nazi has been arrested in Chicago for allegedly plotting a mass shooting at a Hindu temple in Aurora city of Illinois, with the police recovering a cache of arms and ammunition and several items with racial slurs and depictions of Nazism.

Kerala-born Nithya Raman will be the first Indian-American Mayor of Los Angeles If elected in the November 3 polls. As per reports, Raman is maintaining a lead over her former political ally and incumbent Mayor...

The exchange of words continued between American singer-actress Mary Millben and Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke after the former alleged that the latter was receiving funds from US donors, and warned him that...

The Iran-backed Houthis are building a new advanced medium-range ballistic missile system with help of parts that have been shipped from China, a new report has claimed. With this, the group is increasing its dependency on China and would give it a capability to target Saudi Arabia and also Israel with more precision.

Sunrisers Hyderabad have brought back pacer T. Natarajan in a player trade with Delhi Capitals, with leg-spinner Zeeshan Ansari moving in the opposite direction. The Chennai pacer played for SRH from 2020 to 2024 and claimed 19 wickets in IPL 2024, the most by an SRH bowler that season.

Air France on Wednesday confirmed that it is complying with new Israeli restrictions banning pilots and cabin crew holding the nationality or dual nationality of countries without diplomatic relations with Israel from flying to or...

A diverse group of 44 Harvard scholars and professionals on Wednesday expressed concern over what they described as a concerted campaign against India's constitutional institutions, including the Election Commission and the Supreme Court, asserting that...

Slamming Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's decision to skip the BRICS summit in India, former PM Sheikh Hasina said it was immature and damaged Bangladesh's national interest. The former PM warned that foreign policy driven...

Saudi Arabias state-owned oil giant Saudi Aramcos headquarters complex in Dhahran was struck by a ballistic missile, damaging an office tower and triggering a fire, as the conflict between the kingdom and Yemens Iran-backed Houthi...

Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer after undergoing surgery to remove a lung nodule, with doctors removing the lower lobe of his right lung, the Vatican said on Tuesday. A medical bulletin issued...

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit India from October 17 to 22 as Washington looks to strengthen energy cooperation and its wider strategic partnership with New Delhi. His India itinerary will include Mumbai and Jamnagar, where he is expected to meet senior government officials and business leaders.

India on Tuesday (October 13) issued a fresh security advisory for its nationals in Saudi Arabia, urging them to remain calm and vigilant in view of an evolving security situation in the Gulf kingdom. Saudi Arabia has been facing a series of deadly drone and missile attacks targeting civilian infrastructure by Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels.