Infosys, TCS, Wipro among 8 IT firms suspended from US green card programme in major H-1B crackdown
President Donald Trump-led US administration has intensified its crackdown on the US immigration system, suspending several major technology and IT outsourcing companies from the Permanent Labour Certification (PERM) programme -- a key route through which...
Courtroom drama in Pakistan as lawyer sets seat on fire over judgment delayed for 11 months
A lawyer allegedly set fire to his courtroom seat in Pakistan's Hyderabad city on Thursday after a judge declined to pronounce a judgment that had remained reserved for nearly 11 months, officials said. The dramatic incident occurred inside the Sindh High Court's Hyderabad Circuit Bench and has once again highlighted concerns over prolonged delays in the country's judicial system. The incident took place after Justice Jawad Akbar Sawana reportedly told the court that he would not pronounce the judgment in a civil land dispute case originating from Nawabshah.
Houthis claim ballistic missile strike on Riyadh airport as flights halted amid rising tension
Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen have claimed responsibility for a fresh ballistic missile attack targeting King Khalid International Airport in Saudi Arabia's capital Riyadh, in a development that has further escalated tensions in the region....
Iran Snubs US VP JD Vance, Refuses to Halt Uranium Enrichment to End Seven-Month War
US VP JD Vance Demands Iran Slash 60% Uranium Enrichment to End Seven-Month War
Kagiso Rabada misses Durban Test opener as Anrich Nortje makes comeback
Kagiso Rabada misses Durban Test opener as Anrich Nortje makes comeback
At UN, India slams Pakistan over terror support: 'World hasn't forgotten 26/11, Pahalgam'
India has once again targeted Pakistan for its continued support to terror, underling the world has not for forgotten the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks and the April 22 Pahalgam attack while reiterating that terrorism cannot be defeated without action against its financers and sponsors.
US Proposes $70,000 Fee For Foreign Students Seeking Temporary Work
The proposed rule would set a $70,000 (Rs 67 lakh) fee per F-1 nonimmigrant student for initial OPT and a $30,000 (Rs 29 lakh) fee per F-1 nonimmigrant student for any subsequent OPT.
Houthis strike Riyadh's main airport with ballistic missiles, warn airlines over Saudi airspace
While the uncertainty continues in the Middle East, the Houthis have claimed they have struck the King Khalid International Airport in Saudi Arabia's capital Riyadh with a ballistic missile. This was the second major attack...
US Vice President JD Vance: Iran must cut nuclear enrichment to end war
I think if they want to show a commitment to not building a nuclear weapon, they would do something meaningful on their enrichment capacity, he added
The status of Iran's uranium enrichment programme | Explained
Iran has enriched uranium to 60% purity, which is near weapons-grade, causing significant concern internationally. Following US-Israeli airstrikes, several of Iran's enrichment facilities were either destroyed or damaged last year. The International Atomic Energy Agency has not been informed about the current status of Iran's enriched uranium stocks or sites. US Vice President JD Vance emphasizes the need for Iran to reduce its enrichment capacity significantly.
'It is about that time...': Trump renews Nobel Peace Prize push, claims he settled eight wars
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) once again made a renewed push for the Nobel Peace Prize and argued that he has settled eight wars. However, he doubted if the prestigious award would be given to it.
Trump administration plans to charge international students $70,000 for work authorisation
Under the proposal, nonimmigrant students with F-1 visas would be required to pay $70,000 to a certified institution for on-the-job training, known as Optional Practical Training (OPT), and $30,000 for any additional work training
EXPLAINER-The status of Iran's uranium enrichment programme
US Vice President JD Vance told Reuters on Monday that Iran must make a meaningful reduction in its uranium enrichment capacity to satisfy US demands and end the countries' seven-month war. The Trump administration has sought to force Iran to denuclearize in slow-moving negotiations to end the conflict. Below is a summary of what is known, and not, about the current status of Iran's
Indias stakes in the Global Pandemic Agreement
Indias leadership can help bridge the divides in global pandemic governance
The government is preparing amendments to the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act and the National Identity Card and Registration Act to address difficulties faced by families of missing people in registering their deaths, officials said
Henri Kagan and Kenso Soai have won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for revealing how tiny molecular differences can become dramatically amplified, offering clues to why many molecules essential to life have one preferred handedness. The 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry carries a total prize amount of 12 million Swedish kronor, which will be shared by the two laureates. They will receive their medals at the Nobel Prize ceremony in Stockholm on December 10.
France suspends use of stun grenades to police student protests
Interior Minister Laurent Nunez said he had ordered the suspension of the use of stun grenades following an incident in the northern city of Lens on Monday (October 5, 2026) in which there was a strong possibility the firing of a stun grenade had caused a teenager to lose his hand
Trump admin proposes $70,000 fee for foreign students seeking US jobs in major immigration crackdown
President Donald Trump-led US administration has proposed a steep new fee of USD 70,000 for international students seeking to work in the United States, in the latest move aimed at tightening rules around foreign student enrolment and employment. The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed a rule under which educational institutions would have to pay the fee for every international student entering the Optional Practical Training (OPT) programme. The programme allows eligible foreign students to gain work experience in jobs connected to their academic field while studying or after completing their education in the US.
Property or mutual funds? Where should NRIs invest their India-linked wealth? Explained
For NRIs, investing in both property and mutual funds can diversify portfolios. Check where they should invest their India-linked wealth.
Reopening Brexit debate a terrible idea: Conservative leader Badenoch
Can you imagine having to go through that again? So much time lost arguing with ourselves, arguing with the EU, going round and round in circles I think that is a terrible idea, Ms. Badenoch said
Nobel Prize In Chemistry 2026 Awarded To Henri B Kagan, Kenso Soai
The chemistry Nobel, always the third prize to be awarded during Nobel week, followed those for medicine and physics announced on Monday and Tuesday.
2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry Awarded to Henri Kagan and Kenso Soai
Stockholm, October 7: French chemist Henri B. Kagan and Japanese chemist Kenso Soai have been awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for pioneering discoveries that helped explain how chemical reactions can favour and amplify one mirror-image form of a molecule over another. The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences announced the award on Wednesday, honouring [] The post 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry Awarded to Henri Kagan and Kenso Soai appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .
Bhutan PM calls PM Modi an 'avatar of Vishnu', links his leadership to enduring spirit of 'Kalki'
Bhutan Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the completion of his 25 years in government, recalling a 2019 meeting in which he described the Indian leader as an avatar of Vishnu and his elder brother. Tobgay said that while he initially wondered whether the comparison had gone too far, his subsequent assessment of Modi's political journey strengthened his belief in the remarks. Tobgay shared the recollection on social media on Wednesday as Narendra Modi completed 25 years in public office. He recalled meeting PM Modi in New Delhi on July 27, 2019, when he was out of government and was not a member of Bhutans Parliament. His party had lost the country's elections around 10 months earlier.
Nobel Prize 2026 in Chemistry: Henri B. Kagan, Kenso Soai help solve mystery of molecular asymmetry
The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry to Henri B. Kagan and Kenso Soai. Their work focuses on non-linear effects and autocatalysis in asymmetric organic synthesis, explaining the origin of homochirality in living organisms. Kagan's methods enhance the production of specific molecular forms significant for pharmaceuticals and materials. Soai's reactions have sparked renewed interest in creating homochiral amino acids and sugars.
Henri Kagan, Kenso Soai Awarded Nobel Prize In Chemistry For Work On Asymmetric Organic Synthesis
The Nobel Prize in Chemistry has been awarded to Henri B. Kagan and Kenso Soai.
The sea that feeds and fuels the world: How the Black Sea war is moving beyond warships
Few stretches of water sit where so many interests collide. Here, Russia's reach meets NATO's eastern flank. Two countries locked in war depend on the same waters to keep their economies alive. Food and fuel bound for distant continents must squeeze through a single narrow bottleneck, guarded by a single country.
Henri B. Kagan, Kenso Soai Win Nobel Prize In Chemistry
Scientists Honoured For Explaining How Chemical Mirror Images Emerge
Henri Kagan, Kenso Soai Win 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry
SRINAGAR: Scientists Henri Kagan and Kenso Soai have been awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for their discovery of non-linear effects and autocatalysis in asymmetric organic synthesis, the Nobel Prize-awarding body announced on Wednesday. BREAKING NEWS The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has decided to award the 2026 #NobelPrize in Chemistry to Henri B. []
Henri B. Kagan and Kenso Soai win Nobel Prize in chemistry
STOCKHOLM, October 7, 2026 (AP) Henri B. Kagan and Kenso Soai won the Nobel Prize in chemistry Wednesday for their discovery of non-linear effects and autocatalysis in asymmetric organic synthesis. Henri Kagan and Kenso Soai have provided a solution to a chemical mystery that is over a century old: how homochirality can emerge spontaneously, Heiner Linke, chair of the Nobel Committee for Chemistry, said in a news release. The chemical reactions they have developed are spectacular. Kagan, 95 years old and born in France, is affiliated with Universit Paris-Sud in Orsay, France, and Soai, born in Japan, with the
The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences on Wednesday awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize i n Chemistry to Henri BKagan and Kenso Soai 'for the discovery of non-linear effects and autocatalysis in asymmetric organic synthesis.' In the heart of their work, there is a strange property called chirality, or chemical handedness. Interestingly, the prize money of this year is 12 million Swedish kronor (about $1.2 million), whether for an individual, a small group of laureates, or an organisation.
Nobel Prize 2026 in chemistry awarded to Henri B Kagan and Kenso Soai
Henri B Kagan and Kenso Soai won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for discoveries that helped explain how chemical reactions can produce molecules with the same handedness
Nobel Prize 2026 in Chemistry awarded to Henri B. Kagan and Kenso Soai
Henri B. Kagan and Kenso Soai were awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for their important discoveries. They were recognized for explaining chirality in chemical reactions and the amplification of mirror-image forms. Notably, this prize follows the recent awards in Medicine and Physics. The Nobel Prize has a rich history, with many scientists making significant contributions in various fields.
Chemistry Nobel 2026 awarded to Henri B. Kagan and Kenso Soai
The duo was recognised for the discovery of non-linear effects and autocatalysis in asymmetric organic synthesis
At Purana Qila, shastriya nritya took centre stage
'Outstanding leadership, Vishnu avatar': World leaders laud PM Modi on 25 years of public service
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received congratulatory messages from leaders across the world on Wednesday as he completed 25 years at the helm of government, with several global leaders praising his political leadership and contribution to...
Vance demands Iran cut enrichment to end war
AI appears to have been used in bank hacks: South Korean President Lee
In some hacking incidents, signs have emerged of AI being used, causing considerable public concern and anxiety, Lee said during a cabinet meeting
'Terrorism is one of gravest threats to international peace': India hits out at Pakistan at UNGA
India has reiterated its position against cross-border terrorism at the United Nations General Assembly. BJP MP Biplab Deb has accused Pakistan for fuelling terrorist activities in Jammu and Kashmir and reiterated country's call to strengthen...
A massive fire broke out on an oil tanker off Russia's southern coast on Tuesday after the vessel was reportedly struck by Ukrainian naval drones, sending a towering plume of black smoke over parts of...
Not going to trade words for actions: US VP Vance says Iran must cut nuclear enrichment to end war
US Vice President JD Vance has made clear that Tehran must carry out a
Iran must cut enrichment to end war, says US Vice President JD Vance
Vance, a longtime skeptic of US involvement in foreign wars, has taken a leading role in negotiating a settlement to the conflict and brokered a provisional peace deal in June that quickly fell apart
Trump to discuss with Putin over suspected plague case as US officials press Russia for answers
US President Donald Trump will speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin soon over suspected plague case. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said he would have a word with Putin about the case very soon. Health authorities are investigating after the death of an employee at an anti-plague institute, which authorities attributed to pneumonia with an unknown cause, he said.
The Israel-based dentist who helped save the life of flydubai Captain Smit Machchhar said he rushed forward after hearing screams in the cockpit. But, at the time of treating the badly injured pilot, he feared time was running out.Speaking to The National, Dr Shota Musaev said Machchhar had deep cuts to his head and left hand. He used T-shirts to control the blood from his wounds and according to him, it's becoming impossible to control the blood. I used T-shirts to press against wounds to stop blood and asked cabin crew for ice, the doctor said.
France student protests: Why thousands are taking to streets and what they are demanding | EXPLAINED
France is facing a major wave of student protests, with thousands of teenagers taking to the streets over what they say are poor conditions in schools, staff shortages and a lack of funding. What started with school blockades in the Paris region has quickly grown into a nationwide movement, drawing support from university students, teachers, parents, unions and other adults.
Vance, in interview, says Iran must make meaningful enrichment cuts to end seven-month war
US Vice President JD Vance stated that Iran must significantly reduce its nuclear enrichment capacity to meet US demands. Vance expressed uncertainty about how decisions are made in Iran's leadership following recent clashes. The US maintains that they will not make concessions without concrete Iranian nuclear actions. Simultaneously, the war has raised political concerns for President Trump and the Republican party before the midterm elections.
US launches 'largest denaturalisation effort,' targets 40 including Indian-origin man
The US Justice Department has initiated a significant denaturalisation effort targeting 40 individuals, including citizens of various countries. Allegations involve serious crimes such as espionage and voluntary manslaughter, among others. Some applicants are accused of misrepresenting information during their naturalisation process. Notable cases include those of Balwinder Singh and Jinchao Wei, facing various charges. This initiative reflects the department's commitment to uphold immigration laws and ensure lawful citizenship.
Why do you need 60% enriched fuel? JD Vance demands Iran cut nuclear enrichment
Why do you need 60% enriched fuel? JD Vance demands Iran cut nuclear enrichment
EXCLUSIVE-In interview, US Vice President Vance says Iran must cut enrichment to end war
US Vice President JD Vance said in an exclusive interview
Ukraines Zelenskyy says intelligence shows Russia is preparing massive attack
Mr. Zelenskyy said Ukraines position depended largely on what its allies could provide in terms of weaponry to defend against a new Russian attack
British Indian peer Lord Ranger wins right to judicial review of CBE annulment
Lord Rami Ranger has successfully challenged the decision to revoke his CBE by King Charles. The revocation was based on allegations of breaching the parliamentary code of conduct. Justice Nathalie Lieven ruled that the decision could be subject to judicial review due to its significant personal consequences. Lord Ranger's legal team argues that due process was not followed in the decision-making process.
Captain Smit Machchhar making steady progress, regaining his health: Indian embassy in UAE
The Indian Embassy in the UAE said on Tuesday that Captain Smit Machchhar is making steady progress and is egaining his health. The development comes after Machchhar was attacked by his co-pilot, an Omani citizen, with a crash axe, typically kept in the cockpit for use in emergencies, seriously injuring him on flydubai flight FZ1073 on Wednesday. The motive for the attack remains unclear.
Paramount and Warner Bros merge to become one Hollywood giant, Skydance
The merger brings two of America's oldest moviemaking studios together under the helm of billionaire David Ellison and Ynon Kreiz, in a move that is projected to concentrate power in an industry already run by just a handful of major players
Cornell Seven case: The 2024 allegations, Cornells response and what comes next | Explained
How did Cornell handle the case through its Title IX disciplinary process? Why did the universitys response draw scrutiny? What led to the criminal investigation being reopened in 2026?
Bulgarian Prime Minister says two commercial vessels hit by drones in economic zone
One of the ships, the Alfa Watan, which flew the flag of Togo, suffered critical structural damage and sank on the spot. There was no immediate information about the fate of the crew, says Prime Minister
The Nobel Prize in Physics 2026 has been awarded to Francis Halzen for the discovery of high-energy neutrinos of astrophysical origin. Awarded by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences, the prize includes 11 million Swedish kronor (about $1.2 million).
Yemens Houthis say struck Riyadh airport, other Saudi sites
The fighting in Yemen has become the most active front in the West Asia war in recent weeks, displacing more than 1,84,000 people, the United Nations says, and deepening the conflict that has engulfed the wider region.
Usha Vance nearly trips while carrying baby son off helicopter, video sparks security debate
US Second Lady Usha Vance had a brief scare while travelling with her family to Alaska after she appeared to lose her footing while stepping off a helicopter at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland. Usha was carrying her newborn son, Alec Neel Vance, in a baby carrier strapped to her chest when the incident happened on Monday, October 5. Video footage showed her descending the aircraft stairs before appearing to miss a step near the bottom.
Omani co-pilot Hamam al-Hammami, accused of attempting to crash a flydubai flight last week, has reportedly told UAE interrogators that he wanted to act in evenge for Gaza and die as a martyr, according to Israeli media reports.
British novelist Jeffrey Archer , who died aged 86 on October 5, leaves behind a body of work that travelled far beyond Britain. His books became international bestsellers, but in India, his relationship with readers developed into something particularly special.
Trump approves firing squad execution for Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan
The Army psychiatrist walked into a medical building where soldiers were getting medical checkups, shouted Allahu akbar Arabic for God is great! and opened fire with a laser-sighted handgun. Thirteen people were killed and more than 30 injured
Fearing a 9/11-like attack, Israel prepared to shoot down flydubai flight with 174 onboard: Report
Israel was prepared to shoot down a FlyDubai passenger plane after its captain was allegedly attacked in the cockpit and the aircraft plunged thousands of feet, even though more than 150 Israelis were on board, according to two Israeli sources with direct knowledge of the situation who spoke to CBS News.
Bestselling author Jeffrey Archer dies at 86, days before his final novel hits shelves
British author Jeffrey Archer, one of the world's best-known storytellers , has died at the age of 86. His publisher HarperCollins said he died suddenly and peacefully at his home on Monday, between writing sessions.
U.S. envoy holds rare meeting with Sudans top general in push to seek end to fighting
The rare meeting between Massad Boulos and Abdel-Fattah Burhan comes as the U.S., Egypt and other intermediaries seek to renew pressure on the warring parties in Sudan to negotiate an end to the fighting that has killed at least 59,000 people
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye have agreed to take measures for the rapid deployment of military forces in Saudi Arabia amid escalating tensions involving the kingdom and Yemen's Houthis, according to a media report.
ICC unseals arrest warrants for four Taliban leaders wanted on gender persecution charges
With the Taliban in control of Afghanistan and the court having no police force to execute warrants, the prospect of any of the suspects being arrested is remote
Airstrikes, artillery hit north Ethiopia as government and rebels clash, sources say
Air attacks killed at least 17 people northwest of Tigrays capital Mekelle which federal government forces took over the weekend according to a bulletin circulated among humanitarian groups
flydubai co-pilot who planned to crash flight into Israel likely to face death penalty: Report
flydubai flight co-pilot who wanted to crash the aircraft in Israel will likely face death penalty, according to a report by New York Post . The co-pilot was identified as 29-year-old Hamam al-Hammami, who is an Omani national.
Indian-American philanthropist inducted into National Women's Hall of Fame
Sharmila Mona Sinha has been inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame in Seneca Falls, New York. She is the second woman of Indian origin to receive this honor, following Indra Nooyi. Sinha's career includes significant positions in investment banking and philanthropy for women's rights. During her induction, she spoke about power and the importance of sharing it with others.
British Airways flight descends to 9,000 feet, diverted to London; emergency declared
British Airways flight descends to 9,000 feet, diverted to London; emergency declared
A British Airways flight from London to Chicago experienced a sudden altitude drop while crossing Irish airspace. The aircraft descended from about 37,000 feet to approximately 9,000 feet during the incident. Flight BA295 declared an emergency over Ireland as a result of this rapid descent. Flight-tracking data confirmed the sudden change in altitude that occurred. This developing story is being updated with more information about the situation.
At least 30 killed, dozens missing in boat collision on Congo River; rescue ops on
At least 30 killed, dozens missing in boat collision on Congo River; rescue ops on More to follow...
Nobel Prize in Medicine 2026 awarded to Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel
The 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has been awarded to Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel for their discoveries concerning light-gated ion channels and optogenetics. The announcement was made by the Nobel...
Nobel Prize 2026: When will the awards be announced, date and timings in IST
Nobel Prizes are among the worlds most prestigious awards and are highly anticipated each year. The prize in physiology or medicine to be announced on October 5
Japans Takaichi calls population decline a quietly advancing national crisis
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi pledged to formulate a comprehensive population strategy by the end of the year, in a policy speech to parliament
'125 million voted': Trump makes India presidential election blunder amid Brazil polls
US President Donald Trump on Monday appeared to mistake India for Brazil while commenting on the South American country's presidential election. The apparent mix-up came as Trump was commenting on the electoral process and alleging...
Iran oil minister Mohsen Paknejad resigns amid US blockade, replaced by top executive
Amid a prolonged war and a continued US naval blockade of Tehran's petroleum shipments, Iranian Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad has resigned from his post, state media reported.According to a statement broadcast by state media outlet IRIB, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has accepted Paknejad's resignation and appointed National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) chief Hamid Bovard as acting oil minister.
FBI Director Kash Patel gets engaged to longtime girlfriend Alexis Wilkins: Who is she?
FBI Director Kash Patel and American country singer and political commentator Alexis Wilkins have announced their engagement, making public a relationship that has drawn attention since Patel took charge of the US law enforcement agency. Wilkins (27) shared a black-and-white photograph with Patel (46) on X on Sunday evening. In the picture, she displayed her engagement ring while standing beside Patel. She captioned the post, Went and got the law involved. Patel later reposted her announcement.
A health scare has gripped Russia's Siberian region of Irkutsk after a 28-year-old laboratory worker died following severe pneumonia, with reports linking her illness to a possible exposure to a dangerous pathogen at an anti-plague research facility. Nearly 200 people who may have come into direct or indirect contact with the woman have reportedly been placed under medical observation or isolation.
US withdraws all B-1 bomber planes from RAF Fairford after reported new threat at UK airbase
The United States has reportedly withdrawn all of its long-range bombers deployed at Britain's RAF Fairford airbase and sent the aircraft back to their home stations in the US following an unspecified new threat. The development comes as British authorities continue to investigate an alleged Iranian plot targeting the military facility, where American aircraft had been stationed.
Omani co-pilot may have shut down flydubai plane's engines, tried to crash it in Saudi desert
Omani co-pilot Hammam al-Hammami, who attacked Indian Captain Smit Machchhar in an attempt to seize control of a flydubai flight bound for Tel Aviv, may have shut down the aircraft's engines and tried to crash...
'Not afraid to die': flydubai attacker's chilling admission about crashing plane in Israel
flydubai flight's Omani co-pilot who attacked Captain Smit Machchhar aboard the Dubai-Tel Aviv aircraft has admitted that he wanted to crash the plane in Israel and he was not afraid of death. The Omani co-pilot, who has been identified as Hamam al-Hammami, made the admission during his interrogation by Saudi Arabian officials, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) .
Iran rejects link to flydubai incident, calls it 'worn-out tactic' by Israel to divert attention
Iran on Sunday dismissed reports linking it to Wednesday's flydubai incident, describing them as 'baseless' and 'fabricated', while stressing the Islamic Republic remains completely prepared to defend itself.
President Donald Trump on Sunday announced the formation of a 'Super Intelligence Force (SIF)' to keep the United States (US) ahead in the artificial intelligence (AI) race. This comes days after he after the US could lose to China if it tries to slow down its AI development, downplaying the critics and describing them as 'negative forces'.
Who is Sharmila Mona Sinha? The '3rd daughter' who became a US Hall of Famer
Sharmila Mona Sinha, who grew up in Kolkata, has been inducted into the National Womens Hall of Fame. She became the second Indian woman to receive this honor, following Indra Nooyi. Sinha's journey has included time in investment banking and philanthropic efforts for women's rights. She currently serves as CEO of Equality Now, addressing issues affecting women globally.
Indian-run pharma plant in Ukraine targeted in Russian drone strikes, 1 killed: Reports
A pharmaceutical plant in Ukraine's Sumy was hit in a Russian drone attack, leaving one person dead and several others injured, said President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Sunday.
Imran Khan supporters to march towards Islamabad after PTI-government talks fail
Pakistan is bracing for a protest by jailed former prime minister Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party after talks between the government and opposition failed to break the deadlock. The party has announced that its planned long march towards Islamabad will go ahead.
Al Qaeda has called for copycat attacks targeting American and Israeli airliners, invoking the September 11, 2001 attacks and praising an alleged hijacking attempt aboard a flydubai flight bound for Tel Aviv, the New York Post reported.
