Karwa Chauth 2026 date and time: Karwa Chauth 2026 will be observed on Thursday, October 29, in India, clearing up the confusion over whether the festival falls on October 28 or 29. Married Hindu women traditionally observe a day-long fast for the health and longevity of their husbands and break it after sighting the Moon. Check the confirmed date, Chaturthi tithi timings, Sargi schedule, evening puja muhurat and city-wise Moonrise time to plan the rituals.
Trump describes Lula's victory in Brazil as 'rigged' but says he gets along with him 'very well'
US President Donald Trump has questioned the election results in Brazil and described them as 'rigged' after Luiz Incio Lula da Silva won a fourth historic term , defeating right-wing leader Flavio Bolsonaro in what many called an extremely close contest.
Trump administration asks Washington to set aside ballots from 400 voters it says may be noncitizens
The Justice Department said it had identified 1,500 votes cast by over 400 people in prior elections
256 US lawmakers back House resolution honouring Indian-Americans
US Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi introduced a resolution honoring Indian Americans for their contributions to the US. The resolution is supported by 256 members of the House of Representatives. It also proposes the designation of July as Indian-American Heritage Month. This month commemorates the signing of the Luce-Celler Act, which allowed Indian immigrants to become US citizens. The resolution recognizes the cultural and professional diversity of the Indian American community.
Iran, Mecca pact countries agree to continue talks after 'first' meeting: state media
The meeting brought Iran together with representatives from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey, says broadcaster
Emmanuel Macron warns October 31 protests in France could turn risky
Emmanuel Macron acknowledged that authorities had ot anticipated at all the scale of the demonstrations a week earlier
Gerald Coetzee replaces injured Anrich Nortje for South Africa
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Left leaders hail Lulas fourth win in Brazil, say it offers hope to workers movements
The youth who took to the streets to defend democracy will reinvigorate our own youth who are fighting the same battle here, says CPI(M) General Secretary M.A. Baby
Pakistans Punjab government extends detention of Imran Khans sisters by 30 days
Aleema Khan, Noreen Niazi and Dr. Uzma Khan remain in Kot Lakhpat Jail under a public safety law, as PTI leader Moonis Elahi calls the detention politically motivated
From nuclear reactors to a 90-day survival plan: How US is preparing for potential global war
The United States is preparing for a scenario in which a major military conflict could leave its armed forces battling not just enemy forces abroad but also the breakdown of critical infrastructure at home. As...
Prince Alois' four-day India visit has brought a focus to Liechtenstein, a tiny European nation that is hidden among the Alps mountains and has a population of just 40,000. But despite its population, Liechtenstein is one of the wealthiest nations in the world and is quite famous among the tourists.
When Is Karwa Chauth 2026? Check Date, Shubh Muhurat and Moonrise Time
Karwa Chauth 2026 will be observed on October 29. Check the puja muhurat, Chaturthi Tithi, fasting timings, moonrise time, rituals and vrat katha.
French police arrested 1,314 people during the weekend protests over the rising cost of living, while 53 officers were injured in clashes, the countrys Interior Ministry said as violence erupted on the sidelines of mass demonstrations in major cities on Saturday, marking the second consecutive weekend of unrest.
Trump says Canada trade deal coming soon
President Trump said at a Michigan rally that Canada was willing to give us anything, as the White House eased some tariffs following a request from Senator Susan Collins
Chinas Communist Party elite hold key talks on governance
Few details from the closed-door gathering, held under tight security, will be made known until it concludes on October 29, 2026, but the timing of the meeting is crucial
Emergency services say 83 injured, 7 seriously, in bus crash near Barcelona
Spanish news agency EFE said the bus had veered off a narrow, winding road and fallen down a 20-metre (65-foot) embankment
US-Ukraine-Russia trilateral talks to be held in November, Zelenskyy announces
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Sunday that the trilateral talks between Ukraine, Russia and the United States (US) will be held in November, seeking to end the conflict between Kyiv and Moscow that began in February 2022.However, the Ukrainian leader did not specify a specific date or the place where the trilateral could be held.
US President Donald Trump has ruled out an American strike on Iran for October 25, saying Washington would not attack the country that day, while leaving open the possibility of military action at a later...
Brazil's Lula da Silva closely defeats Trump ally Flavio Bolsonaro to win historic fourth term
Brazil's incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has defeated right-wing leader Flavio Bolsonaro, considered to be close to US President Donald Trump, to win a historic fourth term, defying all projections to remain at...
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TeeTurtle 4 Reversible Sanrio Cinnamoroll Easter Plushie $6.06
'America stepped into a quagmire': Iran warns US as Trump hints at fresh strikes
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned the US on Sunday that it has trapped itself in a crisis, declaring that it was Washington that stepped into a quagmire through miscalculations and waging war against Iran. According to remarks shared by ISNA agency, Ghalibaf made clear that the onus is entirely on the US to resolve the ongoing confrontation.
Two Indian-American candidates face key U.S. midterm races as early voting begins
Amish Shah and Pia Dandiya are contesting key races that are crucial for Democrats to flip the U.S. House in the midterm elections on November 3
LS Speaker Om Birla meets counterparts from Cuba, Russia ahead of BRICS parliamentary forum meeting
Cuba lobbying for support of its UNGA resolution against a crippling economic blockade imposed by the U.S.; India, Russia review parliamentary exchanges as they mark 80th anniversary of bilateral ties
Brazil votes in tense Lula vs Bolsonaro runoff with U.S. influence over Latin America at stake
Flvio Bolsonaro bested Mr. Lula by more than 2.2 million votes in the first round of the election earlier this month, although more than 33 million voters out of nearly 160 million did not turn out
Donald Trump says Audi to invest $4.2 billion in its first U.S. auto plant
Audi confirmed the investment in a release, saying the plant would create about 4,500 jobs
More Lula, or back to the Bolsonaros? Brazil votes in cliffhanger
Sunday's runoff will determine whether Brazil remains one of Latin America's few leftist nations or joins a regional swing to the right championed by U.S. President Donald Trump, who has not openly endorsed the son of his ally
President Donald Trump has indicated that the United States (US) could resume strikes on Iran this Sunday, as the two sides fail to arrive on a consensus for a peace deal to end the conflict that began on February 28.
Bulgaria votes for President in wake of deadly Black Sea drone strikes
Polls place acting President Iliana Iotova, 61, and ex-caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov, 50, as leaders in a race of 27 candidates
'Violated terms of service': Musk explains why Starlink services were restricted in Ukraine
Even as Starlink services were restored in Ukraine following days of tensions with the United States (US), SpaceX founder Elon Musk said on Saturday that Kyiv had it for offensive operations that should never be allowed, as it remains a civilian commercial service.
The situation largely escalated in the Middle East on Saturday after Saudi Arabia claimed that the Houthis targeted Mecca and Medina, but the Yemen-based group denied targeting the Islam's holiest cities.
Indonesia cuts pipeline gas exports to Singapore by about 9%
Indonesia cut 15 mmscfd from its supply to Singapore from Natuna and another 16 mmscfd of gas from Sumatra, SKK Migas chairman Djoko Siswanto told Reuters
Albanian police fire tear gas as anti-government student protests turn violent
Student-led demonstrations, fuelled by anger over perceived government corruption have engulfed central Tirana and spread to other cities this month
MEA Secy meets Indian diaspora in NY: NRI property disputes, consular issues discussed
Indian-American diaspora leaders have urged India's Ministry of External Affairs to address NRI property grabbing, passport delays, alleged false FIRs and gaps in emergency consular assistance during a meeting in New York.
Air India, Air India Express cancel flights to Riyadh and Dammam till Nov 7 amid regional tension
Air India and Air India Express on Saturday extended the cancellation of their flights connecting Riyadh and Dammam till November 7, while services to Jeddah will remain suspended till October 31.
Protests in France | Beginning of the end of Macronism
A student protest over deteriorating school conditions has snowballed into a nationwide movement, fuelled by a cost-of-living crisis and sluggish growth, putting mounting pressure on Emmanuel Macrons centrist administration
Iran warns of apocalyptic war if attacked again
Iranian officials have warned in recent days that they would retaliate by targeting Persian Gulf countries in the event of renewed attacks; U.S. military vessels not allowed in the Gulf, it says amid U.S. talk of air strikes
Police, protesters clash in Paris as agitation intensifies, 135 people arrested across France
Fresh agitation erupted in France on Saturday and protesters and police clashed in Paris with tear gas fired and projectiles thrown, at the tail end of demonstrations in the capital and elsewhere that the French...
Air India, Air India Express extend Saudi flight suspension until November 7
Air India and Air India Express have postponed flights to Riyadh and Dammam until early November. IndiGo and Akasa Air also cancelled their services to various Saudi cities during this period. Affected passengers, including Umrah pilgrims, are receiving assistance from Indian diplomatic missions for accommodation and other needs. In response to security alerts, the Saudi authorities confirmed a danger that has since passed.
Houthis attack Yemens Aden, say Saudi strikes kill 16
The Houthis quickly claimed the attack, saying they targeted a naval base and military camp overseen by Saudi forces
'Moved back to India 7 years ago, planning to move out again': Redditor gives reality check
Irans Ghalibaf will not attend BRICS Parliamentary Forum in Delhi: Embassy
The Iranian Embassy in India cites certain unforeseen circumstances; says a parliamentary delegation from the country would participate in the meeting on Oct. 26-27
Anrich Nortje Ruled Out of Deciding Third Test Against Australia in Cape Town
Hundreds of soldiers sent to Italys Milan as protests planned across Europe
Premier Giorgia Meloni announced a raft of measures and tougher penalties for minors, who police said made up a large part of the violent protesters
South Africa's Anrich Nortje Ruled Out Of Australia Series Decider With Groin Injury
South Africa fast bowler Anrich Nortje has been ruled out of the series decider against Australia due to a mild groin injury, with Cricket South Africa (CSA) opting against naming his replacement in the squad.
SA vs AUS: Anrich Nortje ruled out of the final Test with groin injury
SA vs AUS: Anrich Nortje ruled out of the final Test with groin injury
Anrich Nortje ruled out of third Test vs Australia, South Africa announce updated squad
Ace pacer Anrich Nortje has been ruled out of the third Test against Australia at Newlands in Cape Town. Cricket South Africa (CSA) has confirmed the development, announcing an updated squad for the series finale, now tied at 1-1.
Germany Now Has 70,000 Indian Students: Ambassador Explains What Draws Them
Over the past two years, more than 60,000 Indians have moved to Germany annually, according to the ambassador. Many are young people who pursue higher education at German universities and subsequently secure jobs in the country.
PM Modi, Vladimir Putin direct officials to expand cooperation, target $100 bn trade by 2030: Envoy
Indian envoy Kumar said the two leaders discussed the full range of bilateral relations on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in New Delhi on September 12-13
Philippines military planes crash midair in Batangas; 4 pilots killed
Philippines military planes crash midair in Batangas; 4 pilots killed
England's Bodhana Sivanandan becomes International Master at age of 11, breaks 38-year-old record
At this week's European Women's Chess Club Cup, Sivanandan came close to drawing her opening-round match against Russian Grandmaster Aleksandra Goryachkina before defeating Belarusian International Master Olga Badelka in the third round
Preliminary magnitude 6.9 earthquake hits off coast of Vanuatu
The quake in the South Pacific struck at around 1:30 p.m. and was centred 197 kilometres (122 miles) west-northwest of Port-Orly, at a depth of 10 km
Twin earthquakes within seconds hit Vanuatu Islands near Australia; tsunami warning issued
Twin earthquakes within seconds hit Vanuatu Islands near Australia; tsunami warning issued
Israel launches 'limited counterterrorism' operation in West Bank: What's behind the escalation?
The situation in the West Bank has escalated once again, with the Israeli military launching a 'targeted and limited counterterrorism' operation in the Hebron area in response to the killing of its two soldiers this week. The operation was authorised by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu just days before the elections in Israel.
Kenya announces 2nd Ebola death, close relative of first patient
The remaining seven Ebola patients were receiving treatment at two isolation facilities. No new infections were reported
Trump says U.S. will 'take care of Cuba' on its way back from Iran
Mr. Trump predicted last month the U.S. and Cuba would reach an agreement and that he did not think military action would be necessary
Trump lifts some Canada tariffs ahead of midterms
The change could help Senator Susan Collins, who faces a strong challenge from a Democrat in Maine, a U.S.-Canada border state hit hard by Donald Trumps trade war
Tibet jolted by 4.5 magnitude aftershock days after powerful quake that killed 16
Tibet jolted by 4.5 magnitude aftershock days after powerful quake that killed 16
'Will do another little Epic Fury': Trump warns Iran of fresh strikes, threatens Cuba too
US President Donald Trump has once again hinted at resuming strikes against Iran if the Islamic Republic fails to reach a peace deal with the Washington. His remarks came just hours after Tom Barrack, the US ambassador to Turkey and point man on Syria, claimed that strikes could be resumed against Iran as soon as this weekend.
Iran has detailed plans to hit Gulf undersea cables if war resumes, officials say
Their comments followed warnings by Iranian officials that undersea cables in the region could become targets in any renewed conflict if diplomacy with Washington collapses
Laid off on H-1B, 1 interview after 100 applications: Redditor shares harrowing job situation in US
Ukraine says two soldiers died after arrested girl sent Russian poison
The girl, who was not named, is suspected of having packaged deadly drugs and sending them to Ukrainian soldiers she contacted by Telegram, says police statement
U.S. midterms Republicans face growing Blue wave
Multiple Republican vulnerabilities are strengthening Democratic hopes
NRI deposit inflows surge to $121.94 billion in April-August: RBI data
NRI deposit inflows surged to $121.94 billion in April-August FY27 from $5.6 billion a year ago, driven by strong FCNR(B) deposits following the RBI's concessional swap facility
India advises nationals in France, Italy, Belgium to stay vigilant amid protests
Indian nationals in France, Italy and Belgium have been advised to remain vigilant during ongoing protests. The demonstrations in these countries are primarily due to rising living costs and have intensified recently. Indias Ministry of External Affairs is closely monitoring these situations and communicating with the Indian community. Safety measures include avoiding protest areas and following local advisories issued by authorities.
India continues to facilitate transport of life-saving medicines to Iran: MEA
Randhir Jaiswal was asked about reports that India denied permission to certain Iranian aircraft to use Indian airspace.
Gunmen open fire inside a church in Jordan, causing deaths and injuries
The shooting took place at a a Greek Orthodox church in Karak, about 180 kilometers (110 miles) south of the capital, Amman.
The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has awarded its trooper for chasing down and stopping a Non-Resident Indian (NRI) from Kuala Lumpur who tried to flee with suspicious baggage at Jama Masjid metro station in Delhi on October 17. Abhishek Verma, the CISF trooper, was awarded the Director General's Commendation Certificate and a cash reward of Rs 10,000 for his exceptional vigilance. Verma is from West Karbi Anglong district in Assam and is posted with the CISF Unit, Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC). He joined the CISF through direct recruitment on May 29, 2018 and has more than eight years of service with the force. On October 17, the CISF said a passenger, later identified as an NRI from Kuala Lumpur, reached the station's security checkpoint. As the passenger's bag went through the X-ray baggage scanner, a very dense object inside it showed up dark on the screen. CISF personnel asked him to open the bag for a physical check. He picked up the bag, ran out of the frisking...
CISF trooper commended for intercepting NRI fleeing with suspicious baggage in Delhi
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An Indian content creator living in South Korea has highlighted the country's strict waste disposal rules, including washing plastic food containers, removing tape from cardboard boxes and using designated garbage bags. The creator also cites Rs 60,000 in monthly apartment maintenance and suggests similar rules could spark protests if implemented in India.
Polands abortion law: What will the new bills change? | Explained
Polands restrictive abortion law faces two new bills aiming to ease limits, amid protests and political uncertainty ahead of elections.
Supreme Court Declares Child Welfare Outweighs Foreign Court Decrees in NRI Custody Battles
What is the importance of the UN Loss and Damage Funds payout to Nepal? | Explained
As of March 15, 2026, 27 countries had pledged $822.06 million (approx. 7,809.6 crore), with $629.70 million (5,982 crore) in grant contributions
Delhi University Outlines Erasmus Mobility Rules For Students, PhD Scholars, Faculty
For agreements coordinated by individual departments under the aegis of the International Relations office, departments will invite applications from eligible students and PhD scholars and screen the applications.
Union commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal blamed the European nations for the climate crisis, accusing them of contributing disproportionately to carbon emissions while failing to honour the climate finance commitments they made at COP21 in Paris in 2015. Speaking at a roundtable during the Berlin Global Dialogue, Goyal said that Europe represented probably 3 or 4 per cent of the world's population, yet the contribution to those carbon emissions is humongous, while, India's per capita contribution to carbon emissions is probably less than 10 or 15 per cent.
ED Raids 13 Locations in NRI Housing Loan Fraud Probe
NEW DELHI, Oct 23: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday conducted searches at 13 locations across Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru and Chandigarh in a money laundering investigation linked to alleged fraud involving housing loans obtained in the names of Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), agency officials said. The searches targeted two real estate companies based in the National Capital [] The post ED Raids 13 Locations in NRI Housing Loan Fraud Probe appeared first on Northlines .
ED raids 13 locations in Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru and Chandigarh in NRI housing loan fraud case
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Videos showing the moments a powerful earthquake struck Tibet are circulating on social media, offering a glimpse of how people reacted as the ground began to shake. CCTV footage appears to show people rushing out of buildings and shops, while other clips show the effects of the tremors inside local businesses.
16 killed, 46 injured as 7.0-magnitude earthquake hits Tibet, rescue operations underway
A powerful earthquake measuring 7.0 magnitude has killed at least 16 people and injured 46 others in China's remote Tibet region, according to state media citing local authorities. The quake caused extensive damage, with 339...
Earthquake of magnitude 7.0 hits Tibet, tremors felt across the country
An earthquake of magnitude 7.0 on Thursday struck Tibet at around 8:03 PM IST, at a depth of 173 km, the National Center for Seismology said in a statement.
New Delhi has strongly objected to a UN special rapporteur's description of gangster Dawood Ibrahim-led D-Company as an India-based criminal group, citing what it called glaring inaccuracies in the report and warning that such errors could cause significant harm to the United Nations.
Indian national among 2 killed in attack on Saudi Arabia's Dammam airport as conflict with Houthis continues
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said he is ready to freeze the current frontlines for a peace deal with Russia and end the conflict that began in February 2022.
Trump avoids endorsing JD Vance for 2028 presidential race, says 'it's very early'
As the United States (US) prepare for the midterm elections scheduled for early next month, the buzz has grown louder over who might succeed President Donald Trump and could replace him as the Republican candidate...
2 killed in drone attack on Saudi Aramco facility, Indian among injured; US orders staff exit
2 killed in drone attack on Saudi Aramco facility, Indian among injured; US orders staff exit
France remains on edge as protests continue, India issues advisory; Macron jibes at Trump
India has issued an advisory for its nationals in France, urging them to remain cautious, as the violent protest continues in the country. The advisory dated October 10 was issued by the Indian Embassy in France, which also asked people to avoid large gatherings and crowded places, and follow the instructions by the local authorities.
Putin agrees to resume Russia-Ukraine-US trilateral talks after November 10 on ending war
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. According to Ushakov, Putin has agreed to resume the three-way discussions, although the proposed timeline places the next round of talks after November 10, The Associated Press (AP) reported.
