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Volodymyr Zelenskyy says warnings to Europe feel like ‘Groundhog Day’

Volodymyr Zelenskyy says warnings to Europe feel like ‘Groundhog Day’

Zelenskyy listed a litany of grievances and criticisms of Europe that he said have left Ukraine at the mercy of Russian President Vladimir Putin amid an ongoing US push for a peace settlement

French navy boarded Russian "shadow fleet" oil tanker in Mediterranean: Macron

A ship named "Grinch" is under United Kingdom (UK) sanctions, while another called "Carl" with the same registration number is sanctioned by the United States and the European Union

23 January,2026 08:50 AM IST | Paris | ANI

TikTok finalises deal to launch new US version of the app

The social video platform company signed agreements with major investors including Oracle, Silver Lake and MGX to form the new TikTok US joint venture

23 January,2026 08:43 AM IST | Washington | AP

Tiny worm uses static electricity to leap and infect flying insects

Higher voltage, combined with a tiny breath of wind, greatly boosts the odds of a jumping worm connecting to a flying insect,” said a researcher

23 January,2026 08:36 AM IST | Berkeley | Agencies

Vladimir Putin signals readiness to use frozen assets to rebuild Ukraine

In his televised remarks at the meeting of the Russian Security Council late on Wednesday night, Putin also announced to donate USD 1 billion to the Trump-promoted Board of Peace to oversee the Gaza ceasefire plan from the frozen assets

23 January,2026 08:33 AM IST | Moscow | Agencies

Oldest known cave art discovered in Indonesia, dated to nearly 68,000 years

The tan-coloured prints analysed by Indonesian and Australian researchers on the island of Sulawesi were made by blowing pigment over hands placed against the cave walls, leaving an outline

23 January,2026 08:29 AM IST | Jakarta | Agencies

Karachi mall fire: Toll climbs to 55 as search for missing people continues

Investigators are yet to announce what caused the fire, five days after the blaze gutted the three-storey Gul Plaza. Families have criticised the slow pace of the recovery operation, with more than 50 giving DNA samples in the hope of finding their missing relatives

22 January,2026 08:12 PM IST | Karachi | AFP

Japan nuclear reactor shut hours after first restart since Fukushima

Japan’s Kashiwazaki-Kariwa No. 6 reactor, the first TEPCO unit to restart since the 2011 Fukushima disaster, was shut down hours after resuming operations due to a control rod malfunction. Officials said there was no safety risk, and the cause will be investigated

22 January,2026 08:08 PM IST | Tokyo [Japan] | AP

India among countries that skipped Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ signing in Davos

PM Narendra Modi was among several world leaders invited by Trump to join the board, which was announced during the second phase of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip. France, the United Kingdom, China, Germany, and several other major nations also stayed away from the ceremony

22 January,2026 06:07 PM IST | Davos | mid-day online correspondent

Shooting in Australian town leaves 3 dead, 1 wounded

3 people were killed while 1 remained injured amid shooting in Ausstralia. The shooter(s) remain at large, and police have urged residents to stay indoors and avoid the area.

22 January,2026 02:30 PM IST | Melbourne | AP

Russia weighs joining peace board, pledges USD 1 billion for Gaza aid

Putin said Russia will decide on joining the US-led Gaza Peace Board after consulting partners, emphasized Palestinian needs, and pledged USD 1 billion in aid, with talks planned with President Abbas

22 January,2026 11:17 AM IST | Moscow | PTI

Donald Trump praises PM Modi, signals progress on India-US trade deal

US President Donald Trump said India and the US will secure a strong Bilateral Trade Agreement, praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as officials indicated the first phase of the deal is close and aims to boost trade to USD 500 billion by 2030

22 January,2026 10:46 AM IST | Davos (Switzerland) | ANI
Russia weighs joining peace board, pledges USD 1 billion for Gaza aid

Russia weighs joining peace board, pledges USD 1 billion for Gaza aid

Putin said Russia will decide on joining the US-led Gaza Peace Board after consulting partners, emphasized Palestinian needs, and pledged USD 1 billion in aid, with talks planned with President Abbas

22 January,2026 11:17 AM IST | Moscow | PTI
Donald Trump praises PM Modi, signals progress on India-US trade deal

Donald Trump praises PM Modi, signals progress on India-US trade deal

US President Donald Trump said India and the US will secure a strong Bilateral Trade Agreement, praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as officials indicated the first phase of the deal is close and aims to boost trade to USD 500 billion by 2030

22 January,2026 10:46 AM IST | Davos (Switzerland) | ANI
Rescue efforts underway after landslides hit New Zealand campground and house

Rescue efforts underway after landslides hit New Zealand campground and house

Landslides hit a campground and a house in New Zealand and emergency crews were trying to rescue people buried in rubble. Though the number of people missing were in single numbers, more people could have been affected

22 January,2026 10:17 AM IST | Melbourne | AP
Taiwan detects PLA aircraft, PLAN vessels and Chinese balloons at its territory

Taiwan detects PLA aircraft, PLAN vessels and Chinese balloons at its territory

Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense said it detected two PLA aircraft sorties, five PLAN vessels and five Chinese balloons operating around Taiwan on Thursday. The military said the situation was closely monitored amid repeated incursions this week

22 January,2026 08:40 AM IST | Taipei | ANI
Pakistan PM accepts Trump's invitation to join Board of Peace on Gaza

Pakistan PM accepts Trump's invitation to join Board of Peace on Gaza

Pakistan has announced it will join US President Donald Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ to support implementation of the Gaza Peace Plan under UNSC Resolution 2803, expressing hope for a permanent ceasefire, increased humanitarian aid and Gaza’s reconstruction

22 January,2026 08:37 AM IST | Islamabad | ANI

In Photos: Donald Trump drops tariff threat over Greenland after NATO talks

US President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that he was scrapping his planned tariffs on eight European nations in an effort to force US control over Greenland, pulling a dramatic reversal shortly after insisting he wanted to get the island "including right, title and ownership." (Pics/AFP)

22 January,2026 11:42 AM IST | ronak mastakar
Donald Trump says a Greenland deal 'framework' reached, cancels tariff threat

Donald Trump says a Greenland deal 'framework' reached, cancels tariff threat

US President Donald Trump withdrew his threat to impose tariffs on European countries, citing a new NATO framework on Greenland and Arctic security. The move eased market fears and drew relief across Europe amid ongoing tensions over sovereignty

22 January,2026 08:34 AM IST | Davos | AP

US President Trump says, 'Always had very good relationship with Xi and Putin

US President Trump says, 'Always had very good relationship with Xi and Putin

At the World Economic Forum, US President Donald Trump described Chinese President Xi Jinping as an “incredible man” with “amazing” achievements and reaffirmed strong ties with Xi and Vladimir Putin. Trump also confirmed plans to visit China in April 2026

22 January,2026 08:29 AM IST | Davos | ANI

Trump’s threats challenge Europe’s security and prosperity: EU official

Trump’s threats challenge Europe’s security and prosperity: EU official

EU Council President Antonio Costa said US President Donald Trump’s threats to annex Greenland and impose tariffs challenge Europe’s security, principles and prosperity. EU leaders met in Brussels amid rising tensions over sovereignty and Arctic security

22 January,2026 07:53 AM IST | Brussels | Agencies

South Korea: Ex-PM given 23 yrs in prison over martial law crisis

South Korea: Ex-PM given 23 yrs in prison over martial law crisis

South Korean court ruled that former President Yoon Suk Yeol’s 2024 martial law amounted to rebellion, sentencing ex-Prime Minister Han Duck-soo to 23 years in prison. The verdict may influence upcoming cases against Yoon and other aides

22 January,2026 07:50 AM IST | Seoul | Agencies

Newsom Blocked at Davos? California Governor Makes Brief Allegations

    Newsom Blocked at Davos? California Governor Makes Brief Allegations

    The political battle between Sacramento and Washington just went global. Newsom’s office alleges that the Trump Administration and the State Department applied direct pressure to have the Governor barred from the "USA House" pavilion. Despite being invited weeks ago, Newsom was turned away at the door by security, with officials citing a "venue-level decision." Newsom didn't hold back, taking to X (formerly Twitter) to call the move "weak and pathetic." This comes just hours after Newsom mocked President Trump’s Davos address as "remarkably boring" and "insignificant." Meanwhile, White House spokesperson Anna Kelly fired back, calling Newsom a "third-rate governor" and "Newscum." 

    23 January,2026 12:47 AM IST
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