USD 20 billion shock: Qatar Energy hit hard after Iran strikes key gas hub
Mar 20, 2026, at 03:44 pm
Qatar Energy expects the damage to its Ras Laffan Industrial City caused by Iranian missile strikes to cost about $20 billion a year in lost revenue and to take up to five years to repair, impacting supply to markets in Europe and Asia.
‘If you mess up our streets...’: Two Indian-origin men fined ₹3.46 lakh for paan spitting in London
Mar 20, 2026, at 02:23 pm
London/IBNS: Two Indian men have been fined a hefty amount for spitting paan in public spaces in Brent, according to a report by Harrow Online.
Mar 20, 2026, at 09:04 am
Iran has executed three men, including 19-year-old national wrestler Saleh Mohammadi, for allegedly killing police officers during anti-government protests in January, according to a human rights organisation.
G7 allies condemn Iran over Strait of Hormuz disruptions, warn of global energy fallout
Mar 20, 2026, at 03:57 am
The United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Japan and Canada, in a joint statement on March 19, denounced what they described as Iran’s “de facto closure” of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil trade.
US surpasses Canada in latest World Happiness Report rankings
Mar 20, 2026, at 02:35 am
The United States has edged out Canada in the 2026 World Happiness Report, climbing to 24th place while Canada dropped to 25th.
World’s biggest gas hub hit: Iran strike triggers global energy panic
Mar 19, 2026, at 11:49 pm
Global energy markets have been thrown into fresh turmoil after an Iranian missile strike hit Ras Laffan Industrial City, home to the world’s largest liquefied natural gas (LNG) facility, forcing a complete halt in production.
Europe, Japan unite to secure Strait of Hormuz as Iran conflict escalates
Mar 19, 2026, at 09:39 pm
As tensions in the Gulf intensify, leading European nations and Japan have pledged to join “appropriate efforts” to ensure safe passage through the strategically critical Strait of Hormuz, amid fears of a prolonged disruption to global energy supplies.
Kim Jong Un secures 99.93% votes as rare ‘no votes’ emerge in North Korea election
Mar 19, 2026, at 06:09 pm
Kim Jong Un has once again claimed an overwhelming electoral victory, with his ruling establishment securing 99.93 percent of the vote in North Korea’s latest parliamentary elections.
Iran’s Gulf strikes push Saudi Arabia towards war — Will Pakistan be dragged in?
Mar 19, 2026, at 05:10 pm
A dramatic escalation in the Middle East conflict unfolded as Iran launched ballistic missiles targeting Riyadh during a high-level diplomatic meeting.
Who is Bhumika Shrestha, Nepal’s first transgender woman lawmaker?
Mar 19, 2026, at 01:36 pm
Kathmandu/IBNS: Activist Bhumika Shrestha has scripted history by becoming Nepal’s first transgender woman lawmaker, media reports said.
Canada holds key interest rate at 2.25% as the Middle East conflict clouds the economic outlook
Mar 19, 2026, at 03:48 am
Ottawa: The Bank of Canada kept its target for the overnight rate unchanged at 2.25%, as policymakers weighed the economic fallout from geopolitical tensions, volatile energy prices and softening domestic data.
Mar 18, 2026, at 09:18 pm
Israel on Wednesday confirmed the killing of Esmaeil Khatib, Iran’s intelligence minister, in what it described as a “targeted strike” in Tehran.
Mar 18, 2026, at 09:10 am
The United States on Tuesday confirmed that it carried out strikes on Iranian missile sites near the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, using some of the most powerful bombs in its arsenal.
Canada hosts first-ever national summit on AI and culture, announces advisory council
Mar 18, 2026, at 06:16 am
Ottawa: Canada hosted its first-ever National Summit on Artificial Intelligence and Culture from March 15 to 17, bringing together leaders from across the cultural, technology and academic sectors to shape the country’s approach to AI in the creative economy.
Canada expands hiring for entry-level jobs nationwide; no degree required
Mar 18, 2026, at 05:25 am
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has launched a nationwide recruitment drive for administrative and appeals positions that do not require a university degree, seeking candidates with only a high school diploma amid ongoing public service hiring needs.
Mar 17, 2026, at 10:25 pm
US President Donald Trump has welcomed the resignation of Joseph Kent, who had been serving as head of the National Counterterrorism Center, saying it was “a good thing” in light of Kent’s views on Iran.
'Can't support Iran war in good conscience': US counterterrorism chief Joseph Kent resigns
Mar 17, 2026, at 09:06 pm
Joseph Kent, who was serving as head of the National Counterterrorism Center, has stepped down from his position, citing strong objections to the United States’ involvement in the ongoing conflict involving Iran.
Another top Iranian leader is dead? IDF’s explosive claim on Ali Larijani
Mar 17, 2026, at 06:45 pm
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Tuesday claimed that Ali Larijani, Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council and a key figure in the country’s leadership, has been eliminated.
From poetry to music: Inside the Balochi cultural event that lit up Germany
Mar 17, 2026, at 06:12 pm
Dodman, a literary organisation, recently hosted a Balochi literary and cultural event in the German city of Göttingen.
Middle East conflict: Israel says it killed key Iranian commander during overnight strike
Mar 17, 2026, at 03:14 pm
Israel on Tuesday said it had killed Gholamreza Soleimani, the commander of Iran’s Basij paramilitary force, during an overnight strike in Iran.
Middle East on edge: Kataeb Hezbollah commander Abu Ali al-Askari killed
Mar 17, 2026, at 10:20 am
Iraq's powerful armed group Kataeb Hezbollah has said its security commander, Abu Ali al-Askari, has been killed.
Afghanistan claims Pakistani airstrike on Kabul hospital left 400 killed, Islamabad denies
Mar 17, 2026, at 09:25 am
At least 400 people were killed and around 250 others injured in an alleged Pakistani airstrike on a hospital in Kabul, Afghanistan, on Tuesday, according to Taliban officials.
Carney, Starmer condemn Iran attacks, pledge deeper Canada-UK defence and economic cooperation
Mar 17, 2026, at 03:15 am
London: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met his counterpart Keir Starmer in London on Monday during his bilateral visit to the United Kingdom.
Canadian education delegation in India to expand skills training and industry partnerships
Mar 17, 2026, at 02:53 am
New Delhi: A delegation of Canadian college and polytechnic leaders has begun a five-day visit to India aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in skills training, workforce development and innovation.
“Not NATO’s War”: Germany rejects Trump’s Call for protecting Strait of Hormuz
Mar 17, 2026, at 02:28 am
Germany on Monday rejected a call by US President Donald Trump for NATO allies to help protect commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz from potential Iranian attacks, saying the conflict with Iran was not the military alliance’s responsibility.
UAE orders arrest of 35, including 19 Indians, over ‘misleading’ war-related social media posts
Mar 17, 2026, at 12:27 am
Authorities in the United Arab Emirates have ordered the arrest of 35 individuals, including 19 Indians, for allegedly sharing misleading or fabricated videos on social media amid the ongoing Middle East conflict triggered by joint strikes by the United States and Israel on Iran last month.
Benjamin Netanyahu shares video after chatbot flags earlier clip as ‘AI-generated’
Mar 16, 2026, at 08:55 pm
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has shared a new video on social media after an earlier clip featuring him was labelled as “AI-generated” by Grok, the chatbot developed by Elon Musk’s company xAI.
Balochistan: Youth detained, then goes missing in Kech
Mar 16, 2026, at 06:01 pm
A young man was detained, and subsequently, he disappeared in the Kech district of Pakistan's Balochistan, media reports said.
Mar 16, 2026, at 05:49 pm
A large number of Christians in Pakistan are demanding justice after a young Catholic labourer was found dead under mysterious circumstances.
Middle East Crisis: Iran Embassy in India thanks Indians for support
Mar 16, 2026, at 04:48 pm
The Iranian Embassy in India has thanked the Indian public for showing interest in providing humanitarian assistance to people affected by the ongoing conflict in Iran.