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UK regulators rush to assess risks of latest Anthropic AI model: Report

Anthropic has said the model is being deployed as part of Project Glasswing, a controlled initiative under which select organisations are permitted to use the unreleased Claude Mythos Preview model

13 Apr 2026 9:12 am
Peru presidential election results delayed after thousands get one-day voting extension

The problems prompted electoral authorities to allow 63,300 residents of Perus capital, Lima, to vote on April 13

13 Apr 2026 8:27 am
Pope Leo to begin 10-day Africa tour on mission to spotlight continent's needs

The first U.S. pope heads to Algeria for two days before continuing to Cameroon, Angola and Equatorial Guinea in a whirlwind tour to 11 cities and towns, traversing nearly 18,000 km (11,185 miles) over 18 flights

13 Apr 2026 8:01 am
Easter truce between Ukraine and Russia ends

The truce lasted 32 hours, from 4:00 p.m. (1300 GMT) on April 11 until the end of the day on April 12

13 Apr 2026 7:39 am
Trump attacks Pope Leo, calling him weak on crime and terrible

Pope Leo, who is known for choosing his words carefully, has emerged as an outspoken critic of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran that began on February 28

13 Apr 2026 7:13 am
Israel-Iran war LIVE updates: U.S. announces to block Hormuz today

U.S. Central Command said it would still allow ships travelling between non-Iranian ports to transit the Strait of Hormuz

13 Apr 2026 7:13 am
Who is Peter Magyar?: Former Govt insider promising system change in Hungary

A skilful communicator on social media but also on the campaign trail the 45-year-old conservative has promised change, vowing to dismantle rick by brick Mr. Orban's whole political system

13 Apr 2026 6:54 am
U.S. military says it will start blockade of all ships going to and from Iran on Monday

The blockade will be enforced impartially against vessels of all nations entering or departing Iranian ports and coastal areas, including all Iranian ports on the Arabian Gulf and Gulf of Oman, according to CENTCOM

13 Apr 2026 3:14 am
Bangladesh government starts China outreach, to send 20-member delegation this week

Apart from commercial ties, China is also involved in several major projects in Bangladesh, including the Teesta River Comprehensive Management and Restoration Project

12 Apr 2026 10:52 pm
'Civilisation will die' remarks brought Iran to bargaining table: Trump

The U.S. President tried to justify his remarks, saying Iran has always been calling death to America every other day

12 Apr 2026 10:38 pm
Israel's Ben-Gvir visits flashpoint Al-Aqsa Mosque compound

The compound in Jerusalems walled Old City is one of the most sensitive sites in West Asia. Known to Jews as Temple Mount, it is the most sacred site in Judaism and is Islams third-holiest site.

12 Apr 2026 9:35 pm
Ukraine, Russia accuse each other of Easter truce violations

2,299 ceasefire violations were recorded. Specifically: 28 enemy assault actions, 479 enemy shellings, 747 strikes by attack drones... and 1,045 strikes by FPV drones, the Ukrainian army said. Russia's Defence Ministry accused Kyiv of nearly 2,000 breaches of its own.

12 Apr 2026 9:06 pm
Nepal journalist arrested for criticising PM Balendra Shah, released after protests

Roshan Pokharel, who ran the YouTube channel Hades, was arrested on Thursday (April 9, 2026) in Panchthar district in eastern Nepal

12 Apr 2026 7:47 pm
Russia ready to supply gas to the EU if it has a surplus, says reports

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov was quoted as saying. However, Europe will find a way to buy gas even if Russia does not supply it, says Mr. Peskov

12 Apr 2026 7:15 pm
Trump says U.S. to start blockading the Strait of Hormuz immediately

I have also instructed our Navy to seek and interdict every vessel in International Waters that has paid a toll to Iran. No one who pays an illegal toll will have safe passage on the high seas, says U.S. President Donald Trump

12 Apr 2026 7:02 pm
Polls open in Hungary in key election that could unseat populist Prime Minister Orban

During his 16 years as Prime Minister, Mr. Orban has launched harsh crackdowns on minority rights and media freedoms, subverted many of Hungary's institutions and been accused of siphoning large sums of money into the coffers of his allied business elite, an allegation he denies.

12 Apr 2026 2:42 pm
Vance leaves Pakistan after Iran talks fail to reach a deal

No deal yet in US-Iran talks. Vice-President J.D. Vance says the U.S. is returning without an agreement after key differences over Irans nuclear programme. Iranian media says talks may continue, with the Strait of Hormuz at the centre of discussions.

12 Apr 2026 12:00 pm
Talks ended without deal due to 'excessive demands' made by U.S.: Iran

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei, however, said Iran is determined to utilise all tools, including diplomacy, to secure national interests and protect the country's well-being

12 Apr 2026 11:48 am
First-ever life-size Vivekananda statue in U.S. unveiled in Seattle

The unveiling of the statue was held on the occasion of the celebration of ICCR Day and is part of Indias broader cultural diplomacy initiatives

12 Apr 2026 11:47 am
Sri Lankan authorities seal state-run coal procurement firm's headquarters amid alleged irregularities

An audit report on the imports had cited irregularities in procedures, such as changing tender deadlines and alleged favour to certain suppliers

12 Apr 2026 11:13 am
Pakistan to continue facilitating U.S.-Iran talks, says Ishaq Dar; urges ceasefire

The Pakistan-brokered talks, the first direct, high-level engagement between the two sides since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, were watched globally amid increasing expectations of a breakthrough.

12 Apr 2026 10:45 am
Iran and Strait of Hormuz: A lone battle for control

Historically, international straits have been flashpoints between littoral states and external powers, often serving as bargaining tools during conflicts

12 Apr 2026 9:00 am
Vance departs Pakistan after failing to reach deal with Iran

Vance also praised Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir, terming them incredible hosts

12 Apr 2026 8:25 am
Pakistan deploys 13,000 troops and fighter jets to Saudi Arabia

The deployment aimed to enhance joint military coordination, improve operational readiness between the armed forces of the two countries, and support security and stability at regional and international levels

12 Apr 2026 8:08 am
U.S., Iran talks extend into second day as strait showdown deepens

In a break with precedent, Iranian and U.S. officials were meeting directly, alongside Pakistan, and not speaking through mediators who shuttled between rooms

12 Apr 2026 4:53 am
How was the U.S.-Iran ceasefire deal reached?

How did the two-week ceasefire come about and how did Pakistan become involved in mediation? Why has Israel reacted negatively to the U.S.-Iran ceasefire negotiations? What is happening in Islamabad now, and what are the chances of the talks succeeding?

12 Apr 2026 3:43 am
Manhattan District Attorney investigates sexual assault claims against Swalwell

In his denial, U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell noted that the allegations come ahead of the June primary in the governors race

12 Apr 2026 3:17 am
U.S. warships transit Strait of Hormuz in mine clearance operation

Iran strongly rejected Washington's claims that U.S. vessels entered the strait, military spokesperson Ebrahim Zolfaghari told state TV

12 Apr 2026 3:08 am
Campaign against Iran not over, existential threats removed: Netanyahu

He also claimed major achievemnets on other fronts that posed threat to Israel-Syria, Houthis in Yemen, Hezbollah in Lebanon and Hamas in Gaza

12 Apr 2026 2:32 am
Concerns emerge over process as Nepal PM Balendra Shah pushes ahead

Swift arrests and rapid policy moves, along with limited communication from the Prime Minister, raise questions over governance style and institutional balance

11 Apr 2026 10:30 pm
Gaza civil defence says Israeli strikes kill seven

Despite an October 10 ceasefire, Gaza remains gripped by daily violence as both the Israeli military and Hamas accuse one another of breaching the truce.

11 Apr 2026 9:42 pm
Bangladesh mob beats spiritual leader to death

Shamim Reza Jahangir, believed to be in his 60s, died from his injuries after hundreds of people stormed his residence in Kushtia district and thrashed him with sticks, says chief administrative official Touhid bin Hasan

11 Apr 2026 9:33 pm
Colombia retaliates with 100% tariffs on Ecuador

The two countries have been engaged in a trade war for months, with Ecuador's right-wing President Daniel Noboa criticising his leftist counterpart Gustavo Petro for failing to crack down on drug trafficking and illegal mining along their shared border.

11 Apr 2026 9:19 pm
Hezbollah slams planned Lebanese talks with Israel as strikes kills 10

The move exacerbates domestic divisions at a time when Lebanon most needs solidarity and internal unity to face Israel's aggression and preserve civil peace, says Hezbollah lawmaker Hassan Fadlallah in a statement

11 Apr 2026 9:11 pm
Djibouti President Ismail Omar Guelleh is re-elected for sixth term

Ismail Omar Guelleh faced a single challenger, Mohamed Farah Samatar, a former ruling party member, in a race analysts say offered little genuine competition.

11 Apr 2026 9:03 pm
Trump says U.S. forces are clearing Strait of Hormuz

His post came as senior U.S. and Iranian officials began talks on Saturday (April 11, 2026) in Islamabad with Pakistani intermediaries

11 Apr 2026 7:42 pm
Watch: Who is Amit Kshatriya, the mind behind NASAs Moon programme?

Artemis programme aims to return humans to the Moon after decades, led by key figures like Amit Kshatriya. An Indian-American scientist, he rose through engineering and leadership roles at NASA, contributing to missions like Artemis I. Now Associate Administrator, he oversees major operations, playing a crucial role in shaping future Moon and Mars exploration efforts.

11 Apr 2026 6:24 pm
U.S. and Iran envoys meet Pakistani PM as negotiations get under way

But both sides had arrived at the venue when the Iranian delegation, led by parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, met Shehbaz Sharif, followed by U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance

11 Apr 2026 6:01 pm
Trump says empty tankers heading to U.S. to load up with oil and gas

His post came as senior U.S. and Iranian officials were meeting on Saturday (April 11, 2026) in Islamabad with Pakistani intermediaries

11 Apr 2026 5:39 pm
U.S. official denies report Washington agreed to unfreeze Iran assets

Tehran earlier said any agreement on a permanent end to fighting must include the unfreezing of sanctioned Iranian assets and an end to Israel's war on Hezbollah in Lebanon.

11 Apr 2026 5:02 pm
British authorities charge alleged boat pilot in deaths of four migrants in the English Channel

Alnour Mohamed Ali, 27, was charged late on April 10 with endangering another during a journey by sea to the U.K., the National Crime Agency said

11 Apr 2026 4:55 pm
Watch: Global oil crisis: Why is Indias transport sector far more exposed than Chinas?

Both India and China depend heavily on imported oil and are exposed to shocks in West Asia. But as crude prices surged nearly 67% within a month, the impact on their transport sectors was not the same. While Chinas rapid shift to electric vehicles has reduced its reliance on fossil fuels, Indias transport sector remains overwhelmingly dependent on petrol and diesel. From EV adoption and total vehicle stock to charging infrastructure, the gap is stark.

11 Apr 2026 4:21 pm
U.K. pauses its plan to cede Chagos Islands after U.S. opposition

Under the deal, Britain would retain control of the strategically important military base on Diego Garcia on a 99-year lease that preserves U.S. operations there

11 Apr 2026 3:07 pm
Reiterated demand for Hasina extradition with India: Bangladesh Foreign Minister Rahman

Bangladesh FM Khalilur Rahman says more meetings ahead of PM Tarique Rahmans visit, outlooks regional cooperation amidst West Asia crisis

11 Apr 2026 11:48 am
Trump congratulates returned Artemis astronauts, says next step, Mars!

The NASA spacecraft carrying four astronauts splashed down off the California coast, capping the U.S. space agencys successful crewed test mission around the Moon, the first such flyby in more than 50 years

11 Apr 2026 11:20 am
Russia and Ukraine set to begin Easter truce

Russia's Defence Minister Andrei Belousov and army chief Valery Gerasimov have been instructed to cease hostilities in all directions during this period, the Kremlin said.

11 Apr 2026 10:41 am