Panda twins Lei Lei and Xiao Xiao were transported by truck out of Ueno Zoological Gardens, their birthplace, to China, disappointing many Japanese fans who have grown attached to the furry four-year-olds. This happened amid diplomatic tensions sparked by Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi’s remarks on Taiwan, China
Trump threatened this past weekend to impose a 100 per cent tariff on goods imported from Canada if America's northern neighbour went ahead with a trade deal with Beijing, something Carney said Canada has no interest in
The new figures came from the US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency, which has been accurate in multiple rounds of unrest in Iran. The group verifies each death with a network of activists on the ground in Iran
In a statement shared by the EU Council, it was mentioned that the new rules also include measures on effective monitoring and diversification of energy supply. As per the regulation, importing Russian pipeline gas and LNG into the EU will be prohibited
France’s National Assembly approved a bill banning social media use for under-15s, aiming to protect children’s mental health, reduce screen time, and limit exposure to cyber bullying and harmful content. The legislation also enforces mobile phone restrictions in high schools and will come into effect after senate's approval
The death toll included two people run over by snowplows in Massachusetts and Ohio, and fatal sledding accidents in Arkansas and Texas. In New York City, officials said eight people were found dead outdoors as temperatures plunged at night
Addressing the Council on Monday, India’s Permanent Representative P Harish said New Delhi would take all necessary steps to ensure the safety and security of its citizens
An order issued by South Deputy Inspector General Syed Asad Raza said the five-member team was constituted for the "arrest of involved accused person(s) and impartial investigation" into the case
The decision comes as South Korea remains one of the United States' leading sources of imported goods, exporting USD 132 billion worth of products to the US in 2024, according to Commerce Department data
Leavitt said the Board of Peace, originally mandated by the UN Security Council to oversee the management of Gaza for the next two years, is now being positioned by the Trump administration to address conflicts in other parts of the world
Eight of the presumed dead had jumped off boats when American forces attacked a trio of vessels accused of trafficking drugs on December 30, the military said
Belarus President Alexander Lukashenka congratulated India on its 77th Republic Day, praising its democratic resilience and civilisational wisdom, and expressed hope to strengthen India–Belarus cooperation and meet PM Modi at the BRICS summit
Eight of the presumed dead had jumped off boats when American forces attacked a trio of vessels accused of trafficking drugs on December 30, the military said
27 January,2026 07:01 AM IST | Washington | APBelarus President Alexander Lukashenka congratulated India on its 77th Republic Day, praising its democratic resilience and civilisational wisdom, and expressed hope to strengthen India–Belarus cooperation and meet PM Modi at the BRICS summit
26 January,2026 08:23 PM IST | Moscow | PTIPM Narendra Modi said India was honoured to host top EU leaders during the 77th Republic Day, calling it a symbol of the strengthening India–EU partnership. EU chief Ursula von der Leyen described India as a key global partner and called the invitation a great honour
26 January,2026 08:10 PM IST | New Delhi | ANIGlobal leaders and diplomatic missions across the world conveyed warm greetings to India on its 77th Republic Day, praising its democratic values and global role. French President Emmanuel Macron, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and leaders from Singapore, Ireland and Israel highlighted strong bilateral ties and India
26 January,2026 02:29 PM IST | Paris | IANSA massive winter storm hit the US, bringing snow, ice and extreme cold across large regions. At least 182 million people were under watches or warnings for ice and snow, and more than 210 million were under cold weather advisories or warnings. In many places those overlapped
26 January,2026 12:51 PM IST | Dallas | APADVERTISEMENT
Over the past decade, Kenya has faced a prolonged and severe drought. Rising global temperatures have been a key factor, leaving millions of Kenyans struggling to grow crops and sustain their livestock and their lives disease free. Ten counties are already experiencing drought, with Mandera in the critical “alarm” phase after experiencing one of the driest October–December rainy seasons on record. Urgent coordinated action is needed to save lives as communities await the next rains. (Pics/AFP)
Former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama condemned the killing of Alex Pretti, a US citizen, by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis. In a joint statement, they called the incident a “heartbreaking tragedy” and a “wake-up call” for Americans, criticizing federal tactics as lawless and escalating tensions
26 January,2026 11:50 AM IST | Washington | ANI
In a statement, the airport said emergency crews responded to the incident at around 7:45 p.m. Eastern Time (0045 GMT Monday), following which flight operations were temporarily suspended
26 January,2026 11:21 AM IST | Maine | mid-day online correspondent
The return of the remaining hostage, Ran Gvili, has been widely seen as removing the remaining obstacle to moving ahead with opening the Rafah crossing, which would signal the US-brokered ceasefire's second phase
26 January,2026 09:11 AM IST | Nahariya | AP
On Sunday, the National Weather Service (NWS) warned that sub-freezing temperatures and hazardous conditions could persist for several days, causing "dangerous travel and infrastructure impacts."
26 January,2026 09:04 AM IST | Washington | ANI
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A 37-year-old Minneapolis ICU nurse Alex Pretti was shot and killed by federal agents during a controversial immigration enforcement operation. Officials initially claimed he was armed, but bystander video appears to contradict that account — showing him with a phone moments before the shooting.
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