Ceasefire put to test: US conducts self-defence strikes on Qeshm Island
Jun 03, 2026, at 09:11 am
The U.S. military on Tuesday said it had struck multiple Iranian ballistic missiles and drones, and carried out self-defence strikes on Qeshm Island in response to what it described as attempted Iranian attacks across the Middle East on June 2.
South Korea to boost Canadian crude and LNG imports as energy ties deepen
Jun 03, 2026, at 01:16 am
Ottawa: South Korea plans to significantly increase imports of Canadian crude oil in the coming years and will facilitate preferential tariff treatment for those imports under the Canada-Korea Free Trade Agreement.
Carney vows "decisive action" as Canada launches council to combact antisemitism
Jun 03, 2026, at 12:15 am
Ottawa: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Monday announced a new federal advisory council to combat antisemitism and other forms of hate responding to a sharp rise in anti-Jewish incidents across Canada.
What is Operation Checkmate? 30 Indians among illegal truck drivers arrested in US
Jun 02, 2026, at 03:39 pm
About 30 Indian nationals arrested for living and working illegally in the United States are set to be deported, according to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
'You're f***ing crazy': Trump blasts Netanyahu over Israel's escalation in Lebanon
Jun 02, 2026, at 11:57 am
Washington DC/IBNS: US President Donald Trump is reportedly furious with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over Israel's latest escalation against Lebanon, which has threatened to derail ongoing diplomatic efforts involving the United States and Iran, media reports said.
Florida sues OpenAI, Sam Altman, claims ChatGPT put children at risk
Jun 02, 2026, at 09:55 am
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has announced legal action against OpenAI and its Chief Executive Officer, Sam Altman, alleging that the company knowingly released and aggressively marketed ChatGPT to the public—including children—while concealing serious risks, suppressing internal safety concerns, and misleading consumers about the product's capabilities and potential dangers.
What began as a domestic dispute ended in six deaths in US: Iowa community in shock
Jun 02, 2026, at 09:23 am
At least six people were killed in a series of shootings across multiple locations in Muscatine, Iowa, US, in what authorities believe was a domestic-related incident, police said on Tuesday.
Just married, then disaster: Indian-origin pilot killed in US helicopter crash
Jun 01, 2026, at 10:26 pm
An Indian-origin pilot was killed in a helicopter crash in the US state of Georgia just hours after marrying his longtime partner and setting off for their honeymoon.
Canada Post's losses deepen as postal giant faces pressure to reinvent Itself
May 31, 2026, at 01:50 am
For generations, Canadians relied on Canada Post to deliver everything from letters and bills to parcels across one of the world's largest countries. Today, however, the state-owned postal operator is confronting a stark reality: fewer letters, fiercer competition and mounting financial losses.
US uncovers Iranian fraud network that allegedly scammed American companies
May 30, 2026, at 04:09 pm
The United States has announced fresh measures to dismantle a sophisticated Iranian procurement network accused of impersonating and defrauding American businesses to obtain sensitive technology for Iran’s military and defense sector.
May 30, 2026, at 02:10 pm
A 27-year-old Indian man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison in the US for paying human traffickers to assault a minor girl, US Attorney's Office in Nebraska said on Saturday.
'Trade is a priority': Top US official on India deal
May 30, 2026, at 09:06 am
A senior US official has said that President Donald Trump has made it clear that trade remains a top priority for Washington, with further meetings expected in the coming weeks to advance and finalise a trade agreement with India.
Trump signals 'final decision' on Iran deal as Hormuz tensions rise
May 29, 2026, at 11:59 pm
US President Donald Trump on Friday said he is preparing to take a “final determination” on a potential peace arrangement involving Iran, amid escalating tensions over nuclear concerns and the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
8 pct of Americans lack health insurance, new study reveals
May 29, 2026, at 04:06 pm
The United States remains one of the few developed countries where a significant share of the population lacks health insurance coverage, with around 27 million Americans — nearly 8 per cent of the population — currently uninsured, according to a new study.
May 29, 2026, at 11:28 am
New York/IBNS: Eid celebrations in New York City turned into a fashion statement this year as Mayor Zohran Mamdani donned a thobe inspired by English football club Arsenal’s jersey while offering prayers on Thursday.
Indian MMA aspirant dies in horror bear attack at remote Canada worksite
May 29, 2026, at 10:45 am
An aspiring mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter from the southern Indian state of Kerala was killed in a rare bear attack in northern Saskatchewan, Canada, on May 8, according to reports.
US-Iran ceasefire extension deal awaits Trump’s approval: Report
May 28, 2026, at 10:57 pm
The United States and Iran have reportedly agreed on the framework of a 60-day ceasefire extension, but the proposed memorandum of understanding still awaits approval from US President Donald Trump and Iran’s top leadership.
22-year-old Gujarat woman stabbed to death in Canada; accused on the run
May 28, 2026, at 01:47 pm
Ottawa/IBNS: In a shocking incident, a 22-year-old woman from Gujarat was stabbed to death in Canada’s Niagara region, media reports said.
Canada opens talks to buy Sweden's Saab instead of U.S. platform
May 28, 2026, at 03:32 am
Ottawa: Canada has entered negotiations to procure airborne surveillance aircraft from Sweden’s Saab, opting for the GlobalEye platform instead of a U.S.-made system.
May 27, 2026, at 06:00 pm
US Senator and close Donald Trump ally Lindsey Graham has questioned Pakistan’s role as a potential mediator in efforts to broker peace between Iran and the United States, describing the South Asian nation as “more than problematic”.
Canada imposes temporary border restrictions over Ebola outbreak concerns
May 27, 2026, at 03:56 am
Ottawa: Canada will temporarily suspend immigration documents and impose quarantine requirements for travellers linked to countries facing high Ebola risks, the government said on Tuesday.
May 26, 2026, at 11:28 pm
A new immigration policy introduced by the administration of Donald Trump has triggered sharp criticism from the US technology sector, with several prominent startup founders warning that the move could damage America’s innovation ecosystem and AI leadership.
US: Dog 'accidentally' fires shotgun inside moving pickup at gas station, woman hurt
May 26, 2026, at 01:24 pm
A dog accidentally discharged a shotgun inside a pickup truck at a gas station in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, leaving a woman injured, according to media reports.
50,000 evacuated after toxic chemical tank crisis at GKN Aerospace Facility in Garden Grove
May 26, 2026, at 12:06 am
Nearly 50,000 residents across parts of California remain under evacuation orders after a dangerous chemical emergency at a GKN Aerospace facility in Garden Grove triggered fears of a possible explosion and toxic leak.
Donald Trump adds Abraham Accords demand to Iran nuclear deal talks
May 25, 2026, at 11:07 pm
Days after US Secretary of State Marco Rubio suggested progress was being made on a possible Iran nuclear agreement, US President Donald Trump has introduced a fresh condition that could significantly raise the stakes in negotiations.
Marco Rubio joins Trump, JD Vance on list of Taj Mahal visitors. Check out images
May 25, 2026, at 02:51 pm
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and his wife, Jeanette Rubio, joined the list of global dignitaries captivated by the beauty of the iconic Taj Mahal during their visit to the Mughal-era monument on Monday.
Carney to visit New York to pitch Canada as an 'investment destination'
May 25, 2026, at 05:27 am
Ottawa: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will travel to New York City this week to meet investors and business leaders as Canada seeks to attract major new investment into infrastructure, energy and technology projects.
I am a big fan of Modi: Trump’s stunning remarks during live Delhi event
May 24, 2026, at 11:06 pm
Donald Trump on Sunday participated in the 250th Independence Day celebrations of the United States via a phone call during the event in New Delhi, when he praised Narendra Modi, calling himself a “big fan” of the Indian PM.
May 24, 2026, at 02:57 pm
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Los Angeles on Saturday announced the arrest of an Indian national with a criminal record in the United States.
Donald Trump says Iran peace deal 'largely negotiated', final details being worked out
May 24, 2026, at 11:38 am
US President Donald Trump on Sunday claimed that a peace agreement with Iran has been “largely negotiated” following talks involving Israel and other regional players, potentially signalling an end to the three-month-long conflict in West Asia.