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  Baloch leader writes to Jaishankar: ‘China may deploy troops in Balochistan posing threat to region’

  January 02, 2026 18:11 IST

  Baloch leader wrote to S Jaishankar, “The presence of Chinese boots on Balochistani soil without the will of the 60 million Baloch people, would pose an unimaginable threat and challenge to the futures of both Bharat and Balochistan.”

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  Explained: China’s new contraceptive tax and the limits of pro-birth policies

  January 02, 2026 14:49 IST

  Despite a series of incentives aimed at encouraging couples to have more children, China’s population has continued to fall.

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  Germany: 25-year-old Indian student dies after jumping from fire-stricken apartment to save life

  January 02, 2026 12:38 IST

  To save his life after getting trapped from flames and smoke, Reddy jumped from the top of his residence, sustaining severe injuries on his head. He was taken to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.

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  Air India pilot found under alcohol's influence at Vancouver airport; Canada seeks probe

  January 02, 2026 8:44 IST

  The pilot, identified as Captain Saurabh Kumar, had failed the breathalyser test and he has been taken off flying duties during the process of enquiry. In a statement, Air India apologised to the passengers for the delay and said it is fully cooperating with the local authorities.

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  'Everyone was screaming': Survivors recount Switzerland bar fire horror as death count rises to 47

  January 02, 2026 7:52 IST

  The fire broke out shortly after midnight at Le Constellation, a basement venue filled with hundreds of mostly young revellers in the Alpine resort of Crans Montana.

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  Iran protests: Seven killed as unrest sparked by ailing economy spreads across country | 10 Points

  January 02, 2026 7:44 IST

  Iran protests: The protests have slowed down in Iran's capital Tehran; though they have spread to other parts of the country. The most-intense violence, according to reports, have taken place in Azna, which is 300 km from Tehran.

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  Death count rises to 40 in explosion at Switzerland bar on New Year's Eve, probe underway

  January 01, 2026 23:43 IST

  The Swiss authorities said the explosion, which happened at the basement of the Le Constellation Bar and Lounge in the ski resort town of Crans-Montana, was being considered a fire and not a terror attack.

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  Hindu man attacked with sharp weapons and set on fire by mob in Bangladesh, suffers severe injuries

  January 01, 2026 23:48 IST

  Another Hindu man was brutally attacked and set on fire by a mob in Bangladesh's Shariatpur district, raising fresh concerns about escalating violence against minorities. The victim sustained severe injuries in the assault.

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  Zohran Mamdani sworn in as New York City's first Muslim Mayor | VIDEO

  January 01, 2026 13:35 IST

  The oath to the Zohran Mamdani, 34-year-old Indian-descent Queens state assemblyman, was administered by Attorney General Letitia James. He was sworn in on a Quran.

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  Deadly blast shakes Crans-Montana: All you need to know about Switzerland’s iconic Alpine Resort

  January 01, 2026 12:44 IST

  The resort is especially famous as an upmarket ski destination and is well liked by British visitors. Crans-Montana offers around 87 miles of marked trails, catering to both beginners and experienced skiers.

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  Switzerland: Several dead, many injured in explosion at ski resort town of Crans-Montana

  January 01, 2026 14:40 IST

  Switzerland blast: According to an official of the Switzerland Police, the explosion was reported at around 1.30 am (local time) at the bar, which is quite popular among the tourists.

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  Ukraine 10 per cent away from peace deal, says Zelenskyy in New Year's address

  January 01, 2026 10:19 IST

  In his address on New Year's Eve, Zelenskyy asserted that Ukraine wants to end the war, but not at 'any cost'. Zelenskyy, who was dressed in a dark green embroidered shirt, said that Ukraine must be given security guarantees that Russia will not invade it again.

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  US intelligence debunks Russia's claim of Ukrainian drone attack plot on Putin's residence: Report

  January 01, 2026 9:50 IST

  US President Trump also seemed to downplay Russia’s claim by posting a link on Truth Social to a New York Post editorial that questioned whether the strike had actually taken place.

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  'We will come back...': Trump ends National Guard deployment in Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland

  January 01, 2026 7:20 IST

  The Trump administration had started deploying National Guard in several cities from June last year, citing crime and the 'inability' of local law enforcement bodies in maintaining law and order.

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  US imposes more sanctions on Venezuelan oil firms as tensions rise

  January 01, 2026 6:41 IST

  President Donald Trump has accused Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro's regime of being a 'nacro-terrorist' government that is trying to destabilise the US.

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  Earthquake of magnitude 6 hits Japan's Noda region

  December 31, 2025 22:29 IST

  A strong earthquake measuring 6.0 on the Richter scale hit waters off Japan’s Noda region on Wednesday, the US Geological Survey said.

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  Russia releases video of downed drone it says 'targeted Putin's residence' | WATCH

  December 31, 2025 17:51 IST

  Russian authorities said that 91 long-range attack drones were launched toward a presidential residence in the Novgorod region of north-west Russia. According to Moscow, all the drones were intercepted and destroyed before causing damage.

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  Khaleda Zia buried beside her husband as Bangladesh bids farewell to former Prime Minister

  January 01, 2026 0:06 IST

  Bangladesh held a large-scale state funeral for former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, drawing massive crowds and high-level delegations from across South Asia. India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, along with leaders from Pakistan, Nepal and Bhutan, attended the ceremony.

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  Oysters vanish, crab goes missing, and $400,000 in lobster meat disappear from this country

  December 31, 2025 15:55 IST

  On December 2, a shipment of crab meat went missing after leaving a cold-storage warehouse. Just ten days later, lobster meat meant for store shelves in the Midwest vanished as well.

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  India, Pakistan likely to engage in conflict in 2026, warns US think tank; cites 'terror activities'

  December 31, 2025 11:07 IST

  India and Pakistan were engaged in a conflict in May this year after New Delhi launched Operation Sindoor against terror organisations breeding in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir. The attack was launched by India in retaliation to the killing of 26 civilians by terrorists in Pahalgam.

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  Imran Khan's sister arrested after protest over meeting PTI chief; furore outside Adiala Jail

  December 31, 2025 10:37 IST

  They were denied permission to meet the former PM despite an Islamabad High Court (IHC) order issued on March 24, which required that Imran Khan be allowed meetings twice a week, on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

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  'Response will be harsh': Iran's stark warning after Trump's threat over nuclear programme revival

  December 31, 2025 9:03 IST

  In July, the United States launched military strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities at Fordo, Isfahan and Natanz, aiming to cripple Tehran’s nuclear programme. President Donald Trump described the operation as highly successful, with media reports indicating that B-2 stealth bombers played a key role.

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  UAE debunks Saudi claims of fuelling Yemen conflict, calls for restraint

  December 30, 2025 23:44 IST

  The UAE firmly denied sending arms or directing the STC to conduct operations against Saudi borders and reiterated its commitment to the safety and stability of the Kingdom.

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  Eurostar suspends London-Europe train services due to power disruption in Channel Tunnel

  December 30, 2025 19:43 IST

  Delays and cancellations are being caused by an overhead power supply problem and a failed Le Shuttle train, the operator said. Le Shuttle trains transport vehicles between England and France.

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  Violence again in Bangladesh: Hindu man Bajendra Biswas shot dead by coworker at garment factory

  December 30, 2025 23:41 IST

  Violence again in Bangladesh: Police stated that the alleged shooter, Noman Mia, 22, another Ansar member, has been arrested.

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  Khaleda Zia's funeral to be held on Wednesday; three-day state mourning announced in Bangladesh

  December 30, 2025 15:18 IST

  Khaleda Zia breathed her last on Tuesday after battling prolonged illness. Zia's funeral will be held on Wednesday, and she will be buried beside her husband, the late president Ziaur Rahman.

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  Saudi Arabia warns UAE, links Abu Dhabi to Yemen separatists' advances

  December 30, 2025 13:15 IST

  The Saudi Foreign Ministry directly linked the UAE to the recent advances made by the Southern Transitional Council (STC) and cautioned the UAE over the group's actions.

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  Bangladesh envoy to India rushes to Dhaka after 'urgent call' by foreign ministry: Report

  December 30, 2025 8:42 IST

  The development signals increased concern in Dhaka over recent diplomatic issues with India, although the ministry has not publicly commented on the specifics of the situation.