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Ukrainian military says it sank a Russian landing ship in the Black Sea
The Russian military did not immediately comment on the claim, saying only that it downed six Ukrainian drones over the Black Sea overnight.
UK inflation holds steady at 4 per cent in January as lower food prices help offset higher energy…
The Bank of England has managed to get inflation down from a four-decade high of more than 11%, by raising its main interest rate aggressively from near zero to 5.25%.
Maldives deports 186 foreigners including 43 Indians for visa violations and crimes
The date of their deportation is not yet known. The deportations come as efforts are underway in the Maldives to shut down businesses operated illegally.
Israel military says ‘begins series’ of Lebanon air strikes
JERUSALEM: The Israeli military said Wednesday its fighter jets "began a series of strikes in Lebanon", raising fears of a war between the two countries after months of cross-border fire.
The military gave no further details of the air…
Indian lecturer wins compensation over race discrimination case against UK university
Dr Kajal Sharma has now been awarded the compensation with the possibility of around GBP 300,000 additionally, based on her pension calculations.
PM Modi inaugurates first Hindu stone temple in Abu Dhabi
Dressed in a light pink silk dhoti and kurta paired with a sleeveless jacket and stole, the prime minister participated in rituals of a ceremony to dedicate the temple to the people.
Cross-border fire kills Israeli soldier, 4 in Lebanon including children
Two children aged thirteen and two are among the civilians killed in Lebanon by Israeli air strikes.
In historic rebuke, GOP-led House impeaches US Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas by a single vote…
The GOP effort to impeach Mayorkas over his handling of the southern border took on an air of political desperation as Republicans struggle to make good on their priorities.
Elderly Alaska man is first reported person to die of recently discovered Alaskapox virus
Alaskapox, also known as AKPV, is related to smallpox, cowpox and mpox, health officials said. Symptoms can include a rash, swollen lymph nodes and joint or muscle pain.
North Korea fires several cruise missiles off east coast
Pyongyang has also ramped up weapons tests, including cruise missiles, an "underwater nuclear weapon system" and a solid-fuelled hypersonic ballistic missile.
Families of hostages head to ICC against Hamas
The hostages have kept up pressure on Israeli authorities to secure the release of the remaining captives.
Imran Khan’s party says its mandate has been ‘stolen in dark of night’
Despite being forced to contest as independents, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf-backed candidates clinched a surprise victory, securing 92 seats in Pakistan's 266-member National Assembly.
Biden on TikTok: ‘lol’ or national security worry?
The video posted during the Super Bowl on Sunday was part of an effort by the 81-year-old's reelection campaign to reach younger voters, and included a reference to the quirky meme of a laser-eyed Biden alter-ego.
OpenAI CEO warns that ‘societal misalignments’ could make artificial intelligence…
Altman stressed that the AI industry, like OpenAI, shouldn't be in the driver's seat when it comes to making regulations governing the industry.
Sikh separatist’s home in Canada hit by gunfire
Regional Police were alerted by construction crews about what appeared to be "a bullet hole in a window of the home" of Inderjit Singh Gosal in the province of Ontario, and are investigating.
Yemen’s Houthi rebels fire missiles at ship bound for Iran, their main supporter
The Star Iris had been heading from Brazil to Bandar Khomeini in Iran, the main backer and armer of the Houthis in Yemen's yearslong war.
PML-N nominates Shehbaz Sharif as prime ministerial candidate
Shehbaz Sharif is nominated for the slot of prime minister while Maryam Nawaz, daughter of Nawaz Sharif, is nominated for the slot of chief minister of Punjab province.
Syrian returnees face ‘gross human rights abuses’: UN
It documented violations and abuses, including arbitrary detention, torture, sexual violence and abductions, carried out by the Syrian government.
CIA, Mossad chiefs, Qatar PM meet Egyptians on Gaza truce: Egypt media
Al-Qahera News, which has links to Egyptian intelligence, reported the "quartet meeting" as international pressure grows for a truce between Israel and Hamas.
PM Modi in UAE to open Middle East’s largest Hindu temple, deepen trade links
DUBAI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi started a visit to the United Arab Emirates on Tuesday to inaugurate the Middle East's largest Hindu temple and boost investment and trade links.
The two governments signed deals, including a framework…