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Kirti Singh highlighted the various extensive initiatives undertaken by India, including the use of digital technologies, to support its nationals abroad

The votes are being widely seen as an unofficial referendum on Mr. Starmer, elected less than two years ago

The explosion happened at around 4:40 p.m. (0840 GMT) on Monday (May 4, 2026) in Hunans Liuyang, known as Chinas fireworks capital for its 60% share of the domestic market and about 70% of exports

Donald Trump dismissed the attacks and said that the United States is negotiating with Iran

Irans military accused the U.S. of violating the ceasefire by attacking an oil tanker and another ship on Thursday, saying Tehrans forces immediately and in retaliation attacked American military vessels

The 2-1 ruling by the U.S. Court of International Trade, for now, blocks the tariffs from being implemented against just two companies and the state of Washington but it could open doors to further such outcomes

The lifting of restrictions should clear the way for athletes from Belarus to compete freely under their own flag and anthem, including in team sports, and allow them to take part in all qualifying events starting later this year for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics

The Wests advantage lies not only in military alliances or economic scale, but in institutional resilience and its capacity to attract, integrate, and retain talent

Just concluded my meeting with Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, the very dynamic President of Brazil. We discussed many topics, including Trade and, specifically, Tariffs. The meeting went very well, Mr. Trump said

Analysts say the newBalendraShah government, which has a whopping majority in Parliament, is trying to rule by ordinancesand is bypassing legislative debate; it also faced pushback over clearance of illegal settlements along riverbanks in Kathmandu Valley, that left many without homes

Both managers have reshaped their teams with distinct philosophies

The 2016 champion, which beganIPL2026 with three defeats in its first four outings, has embarked on a fabulous run that has netted them six victories on the bounce;Nitishsall-round efficacy is a much under-rated but massive contribution to the franchises impressive performances

The research vessel Xiang Yang Hong 33, which is capable of supporting submersible craft, was operating near a reef in the contested Spratly Islands chain, the Philippine Coast Guard said

Several Italian commentators believe the U.S. Secretary of State was looking to smooth over relations with the pope for his own political ambitions as well as the upcoming midterm congressional elections and 2028 presidential race

Powerful storms that included at least one confirmed tornado have torn through parts of Mississippi, collapsing hundreds homes, tearing up trees and downing power lines

Today, the EU has drawn a red line. AI must never be used to humiliate, exploit or endanger people. For the first time, EU legislation explicitly bans nudifier applications, centrist EU lawmaker Michael McNamara said

Narges Mohammadi remains in critical condition, and her family says security officials have so far prevented her transfer to the capital where she could get better treatment

The Department of State is leading a coordinated, whole-of-government response, including direct contact with passengers, diplomatic coordination, and engagement with domestic and international health authorities, the CDC said

He said it was perhaps a big assumption that Iran would agree to the terms being offered by the United States

Mr. Ramaswamy initially ran against Mr. Trump for the Republican presidential nomination in 2024, but withdrew and backed Mr. Trump

Mr. Trump said on Truth Social that he was now pausing Project Freedom after a request by mediator Pakistan and other countries, saying that Great Progress has been made toward a Complete and Final Agreement with Tehran

Mamata percieved as hurdle in Teesta talks; ahead of Beijing trip, Bangladesh FM says, Of course, Teesta will be discussed with China; Dhaka demands greater share of Teesta waters

I dont accept the idea that somehow theres some deep rift, said Brian Burch, the U.S. ambassador to the Holy See

Sri Lankan Tamil media on Tuesday (May 5, 2026) dedicated prominent slots on their front pages to actor C. Joseph Vijay, carrying news reports and photographs of his big win in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections.

The report said that around 3.2 million Indian migrants were living in the United States in 2024, the second largest foreign-born group after Mexicans.

Sribharat highlights strong growth prospects, business opportunities and government support for investors

The Navy was assisted by the Pakistan Maritime Security Agency in the rescue and support operation, the Dawn newspaper reported on May 4, 2026, quoting security sources

The seven cases included three people who had died, one who was critically ill and three with mild symptoms, the WHO said in a statement late on May 4

The exact cause of the accident would be figured out after the vessel is towed and its damage is assessed, South Koreas Foreign Ministry said in a statement

The Trump administrations campaign of blowing up alleged drug-trafficking vessels in Latin American waters has persisted since early September and killed at least 188 people in total

Japan, which depends on West Asia for around 95% of its oil imports, has tried to diversify sources of energy procurement since the outbreak of war on February 28 saw Tehran effectively shut the Strait

worldRussia declares a ceasefire on May 8, 9 for Victory Day celebrations; Ukraines Zelenskyy announces his own ceasefire regime on May 5, 6

The shooting near the National Mall occurred shortly after a motorcade carrying Vice-President J.D. Vance had passed by the area, U.S. Secret Service Deputy Director Matthew Quinn said

No U.S. Navy ships have been struck, U.S. Central Command said on May 4, after Iran asserted that it had forced a U.S. warship to turn back

Australia provides almost half of Japans liquefied natural gas; Japan is one of Australias top five suppliers of refined gasoline and diesel

Both the teams made two changes to their playing XI

Brilliant on the European stage, PSG has been less dominant domestically and holds a six-point lead over second-placed Lens

At the Wankhede, where run-fests are more the norm than exception, the contest could well be decided in the PowerPlay

Supreme Court order came on the basis of a decision by the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) in May 2020 to have the duo stand trial in Italy

The measure is seen as a revenue generating exercise to make government medical colleges move towards sustaining themselves and not depend on grants from the State

The application sought a modification of an apex court order of May 2, 2012 and a direction to the Registrar General of the Kerala High Court to release or return the bond of 3 crore

Adding fuel to SRHs momentum, full-time captain Cummins has returned from injury and will make his first appearance of the season on Saturday

Both Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad made one change to their team

If Sunrisers modus operandi with the willow gravitates towards belligerence from the very outset, Capitals approach tends to be more measured and in sync with the situation