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  Saudi Arabia introduces Nusuk Card: Mandatory digital pass for Hajj pilgrims. Check details

  World | December 08, 2025 14:01 IST

  Hajj is the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, mandatory at least once in a lifetime for all physically and financially capable Muslims. It takes place in the 12th and final month of the Islamic lunar calendar.

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  30-year-old Haryana student stabbed to death in UK; 5 suspects released on bail

  World | November 30, 2025 23:49 IST

  In a statement, the West Mercia Police said Vijay Kumar Sheoran was found at 4.15 am on Tuesday (November 25) with serious wounds, after which he was taken to a hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

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  What Led to Sheikh Hasina's Death Sentence in Bangladesh? Explained

  Originals | November 17, 2025 20:30 IST

  In a historic and unprecedented ruling, Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) has sentenced former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to death after finding her guilty on three of the five charges brought against her.

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  No survivors in Tennessee factory blast; officials launch probe | Updates

  World | October 12, 2025 8:11 IST

  Tennessee factory blast: The cause of the massive explosion at the plant is not known yet, said officials, adding that they have launched a probe. In a statement, Special Agent Guy McCormick said forensic teams and explosives specialists also conducting a probe on the site of the blast.

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  China opens World's tallest bridge, travel time reduced from two hours to two minutes | WATCH

  World | September 29, 2025 16:45 IST

  The Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge now holds two records as it is the tallest bridge in the world and is also called the largest-span bridge to have been made in a mountainous area.

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  Will never surrender British flag: UK PM Keir Starmer on anti-immigration rally in London

  World | September 14, 2025 19:46 IST

  London anti-immigration rally: In an 'X' post, Keir Starmer said Britain is a country which is "proudly built on tolerance, diversity and respect", as he noted that the people have a right to hold peaceful protests.

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  Pakistan: 1 killed in blast at cricket stadium in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

  World | September 06, 2025 22:38 IST

  Pakistan: The blast happened at the Kausar Cricket Ground at Khar tehsil in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Bajaur district. According to officials, one person was killed in the incident.

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  Austrian Economist Fehlinger-Jahn's 'X' account blocked after 'dismantle India' post

  India | September 05, 2025 15:50 IST

  In his post, Austrian economist Gunther Fehlinger-Jahn shared a distorted map of India that showed states such as Rajasthan, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh and parts of Madhya Pradesh as Khalistan.

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  Kim Jong Un's daughter makes first international appearance, sparks speculation as future successor

  World | September 03, 2025 14:22 IST

  Kim Jong Un’s daughter made her first public appearance in 2022 when she accompanied her father during the launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile.

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  'America's nicest judge' Frank Caprio dies at 88: A look at his top 5 moments | Watch

  World | August 21, 2025 10:58 IST

  Frank Caprio No More: Caprio, a retired municipal judge in Rhode Island, was known for his conduct in courtrooms. He would often listen to the personal struggles of people and show kindness towards them.

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  Trump-Zelenskyy Meeting Signals New Diplomatic Mood in White House

  News | August 19, 2025 12:29 IST

  Trump and Zelenskyy present a notably different tone in their recent Oval Office meeting, reflecting shifting diplomatic strategies and geopolitical priorities between the U.S. and Ukraine.

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  Ireland: 6-year-old Indian-origin girl assaulted, hit on private parts amid spate of hate crimes

  World | August 07, 2025 8:51 IST

  A friend of the child recounted that five boys had punched her in the face and one had pushed a bicycle wheel into her private parts. The attackers also reportedly used abusive language, calling her a "dirty Indian" and shouting racial slurs.

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  Why are Thailand and Cambodia clashing over an 11th-century Shiva temple? Explained

  World | July 25, 2025 12:38 IST

  An 11th-century Shiva temple complex on the contested Thailand-Cambodia border has triggered deadly clashes after a drone incident and landmine blast. The dispute, rooted in colonial-era boundaries, involves both cultural pride and geopolitical claims.

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  Mass shooting in Mexico: 12 killed as gunmen open fire at festival gathering in Guanajuato

  World | June 26, 2025 7:23 IST

  Twelve people were killed and around 20 injured when gunmen opened fire during a street celebration for St John the Baptist in Irapuato, Guanajuato, on June 25. The attack, which caused panic among revellers, is under investigation. President Claudia Sheinbaum has condemned the violence.

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  South Korea votes in snap presidential election after Yoon's ouster over martial law | Key details

  World | June 03, 2025 7:53 IST

  South Koreans voted Tuesday in a snap presidential election triggered by the ouster of former President Yoon Suk Yeol, who faces trial for declaring martial law last year. Liberal frontrunner Lee Jae-myung is widely expected to win, riding a wave of public anger at the conservative bloc.

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  Earthquake of 6.2 magnitude strikes near Rhodes in Greece, tremors felt across Turkey | Videos

  World | June 03, 2025 9:06 IST

  A powerful 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck near Greece's Rhodes island early Tuesday, with tremors felt across Türkiye, Egypt, Syria, and other parts of the eastern Mediterranean. The quake, centred in the Dodecanese Islands region at a depth of 68 km, caused panic in Türkiye's Marmaris.

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  Why Did Russia’s Advanced S-400 Air Defense Fail to Detect or Stop Ukrainian Drones? Explained

  Originals | June 02, 2025 21:29 IST

  Ukraine launched its largest drone attack deep into Russia, claiming to have destroyed five airbases and over 40 fighter jets in a single strike called "Operation Spider Web." President Zelensky hailed it as a success. The key question: how did Ukraine get past Russia’s strong S-400 air defence? Her

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  Murder leaves a print: Cigarette pack smokes out killer in 48-year-old California case

  World | May 14, 2025 16:41 IST

  A 48-year-old cold case in California has been solved after a thumbprint on a cigarette pack matched a suspect through the FBI’s updated database. Willie Eugene Sims, 69, was arrested in Ohio for the 1977 murder of Jeanette Ralston, whose body was found strangled in her car.

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  US mission to Pakistan restricts all personnel movements amid India-Pak tensions, details here

  World | May 10, 2025 12:26 IST

  The US Mission to Pakistan has restricted all personnel movements and will reassess this afternoon. The US Department advised all American citizens not to travel to areas near the India-Pakistan border and the Line of Control due to terrorism and the potential for armed conflict.

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  Indian student’s body found on Canadian beach, police probe cause

  World | April 29, 2025 9:06 IST

  Vanshika, an Indian student who had been missing in Ottawa, Canada, for four days, has been found dead under mysterious circumstances. The Indian High Commission confirmed her death and stated that the cause is under investigation by local authorities.