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China confirms its support to Pakistan during last years war with India

Chinas South China Morning Post said an aviation engineer provided technical support to Pakistan during the four-day war last May

8 May 2026 6:12 pm
A government critic dies in custody in Rwanda, drawing calls for an independent probe

Many critics accuse of Rwandan President of crushing dissent with many seeing him as the architect of an authoritarian regime

8 May 2026 5:12 pm
Spain readies for evacuations as hantavirus-hit cruise ship heads for Canary Islands

The vessel is expected to reach the Spanish island of Tenerife, off the coast of West Africa, on Saturday or Sunday

8 May 2026 2:47 pm
India pushes for inclusive migration, stronger anti-trafficking laws at United Nations General Assembly

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

8 May 2026 12:19 pm
U.K. local elections: Partial results show losses for Starmers Labour and wins for Reform U.K.

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

8 May 2026 11:08 am
Death toll rises to 37 in China fireworks factory blast

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

8 May 2026 10:12 am
French artist Thomas Henriot draws lines that move through light, time and memory

From the ghats of Varanasi to the forts and stepwells of Rajasthan and an iconic mansion in Kolkata, Nature and architecture have a dialogue in the august company of light in the tapestries and drawings of French artist Thomas Henriot

8 May 2026 9:37 am
Iran-Israel war LIVE: U.S. and Iran trade fire, threatening fragile ceasefire

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

8 May 2026 7:12 am
U.S. and Iran trade fire, threatening fragile truce

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

8 May 2026 5:08 am
U.S. trade court rules against Trump's global 10% tariff

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

8 May 2026 4:03 am
International Olympic Committee lifts restrictions on Belarusian athletes

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

8 May 2026 3:03 am
Openness, not isolation, is the bedrock of the West

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

8 May 2026 2:07 am
Trump hails talks with Brazils Lula despite earlier tensions

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

8 May 2026 1:15 am
Concerns mount over new Nepal governments use of ordinances and eviction drive

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

8 May 2026 1:04 am
Master tacticians Arteta and Enrique lift Arsenal, PSG

Both managers have reshaped their teams with distinct philosophies

8 May 2026 12:54 am
From the doldrums to the top, Sunrisers stunning rise

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

7 May 2026 11:51 pm
Philippines warns Chinese research ship in disputed waters

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

7 May 2026 9:12 pm
Rubio in Vatican for talks with Pope Leo XIV after tensions over Trumps criticism

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

7 May 2026 5:17 pm
Hundreds of homes damaged in Mississippi storms as multiple tornadoes reported

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

7 May 2026 5:16 pm
European Union strikes deal to ban sexualised AI deepfakes

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

7 May 2026 4:10 pm
Narges Mohammadis family fears for jailed Nobel laureate's life if not moved to Tehran hospital

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

7 May 2026 1:13 pm
Hantavirus outbreak: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says monitoring U.S. travellers oncruise ship

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

7 May 2026 12:11 pm
Trump threatens Iran with higher level bombing if it doesn't reopen Strait of Hormuz

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

6 May 2026 6:05 pm
Trump-backed Vivek Ramaswamy wins Republican nomination for Ohio Governor

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

6 May 2026 1:05 pm
Trump says pausing Hormuz operation in push for Iran deal

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

6 May 2026 6:16 am
Consider Teesta water sharing deal under current circumstances: Bangladesh FM post BJPs Bengal win

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

5 May 2026 11:13 pm
Rubio expects 'frank' meeting with pope as Trump takes fresh potshots at Leo

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

5 May 2026 11:03 pm
Watch: How was Vijays spectacular win covered in Sri Lanka?

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.

5 May 2026 10:10 pm
India-UAE, India-U.S. among top 10 migration corridors in 2024: UN

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.

5 May 2026 8:14 pm
Visakhapatnam MP urges NRIs to invest in Andhra Pradesh

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

5 May 2026 7:35 pm
Pakistan Navy aids crew of Indian vessel stranded in Arabian Sea

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

5 May 2026 3:01 pm
Hantavirus outbreak: Seven cases confirmed or suspected on stranded cruise ship

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

5 May 2026 2:54 pm
South Korea to probe ship fire in Strait of Hormuz, Trump blames Iranian attack

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

5 May 2026 11:14 am
U.S. Military strike on alleged drug boat kills two in the Caribbean

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

5 May 2026 11:13 am
First Russian oil arrives in Japan since Iran war: media

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

5 May 2026 9:14 am
Ukraine and Russia declare separate truces

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

5 May 2026 4:27 am
Armed man shot by U.S. Secret Service near White House

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

5 May 2026 4:10 am
Missiles fired at U.S. frigate in Strait of Hormuz, claims Iranian media

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

4 May 2026 5:09 pm
Japan, Australia agree to deepen cooperation on energy, defence and critical minerals

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

4 May 2026 12:12 pm
3 May 2026 3:55 pm
Luis Enrique weighs PSG rotation in Ligue 1 before Bayern return as Hakimi ruled out

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

1 May 2026 2:33 am
IPL 2026 MI vs SRH | Inconsistent Mumbai Indians take on settled Sunrisers Hyderabad

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

28 Apr 2026 7:23 pm
Supreme Court issues notice on plea of Enrica Lexie owner for return of 3 cr bond

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

27 Apr 2026 2:03 pm
Medical Education Department keen on 15% NRI quota in all government medical colleges

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

26 Apr 2026 8:45 pm
Enrica Lexie owner urges SC for early release of a 3 crore bond executed in Kerala HC

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

24 Apr 2026 11:08 pm
IPL 2026 RR vs SRH | Recuperating Royals host high-flying Sunrisers

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

24 Apr 2026 7:32 pm