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Kolkata: Taratala warehouse roof collapses | Indian Army's Trishakti Corps restores lifeline connectivity in North Bengal between Siliguri and Mirik | 19 million barrels flow through Strait of Hormuz, Trump declares oil prices are falling | No Hindi, no NEET: Vijay reignites Tamil Nadu's biggest political flashpoints | Messi creates World Cup history with record-breaking double; Mbappe equals Klose's mark hours later | Tech giant Oracle slashes 21,000 jobs while betting big on AI | 'Italy and I never beg': Meloni fires back at Trump over G7 photo claim | No more 'brother': Stalin's formal birthday greeting to Rahul reflects deepening rift | TMC seeks disqualification of 20 rebel MPs, Abhishek says 'membership should go' | Nara Lokesh pitches Andhra Pradesh as investment hub during Kolkata visit, sets $2.4 trillion economy goal

'We need smart people': Trump green card rule sparks tech backlash; LinkedIn, Coursera founders slam move

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.

Who is Parminderpal Singh? US ICE arrests Indian national, says he faces deportation over criminal charges

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.

White House gunfire scare: Suspect shot dead near security checkpoint

May 24, 2026, at 09:52 am

A man who opened fire near a security checkpoint outside the White House on Saturday evening was shot dead by United States Secret Service officers after they returned fire, authorities said.

Trump’s AI ‘dumpster drop’ turns Colbert's 'Late Show' finale into internet spectacle

May 23, 2026, at 09:20 pm

The long-running feud between Donald Trump and late-night host Stephen Colbert took another dramatic turn after the US President shared an AI-generated video showing Colbert being thrown into a dumpster.

US adds Atlanta, Houston to Ebola screening list ahead of World Cup

May 23, 2026, at 06:06 pm

The United States government has expanded its Ebola screening protocol by adding two major airports — Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport and George Bush Intercontinental Airport — to the list of designated entry points for travelers arriving from Ebola-affected African nations, alongside Washington Dulles International Airport.

Honoured to visit the Missionaries of Charity today, says Rubio after Kolkata visit, arrives in Delhi

May 23, 2026, at 02:32 pm

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in New Delhi on Saturday for a high-level meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, concluding the first leg of his four-day official visit to India in Kolkata.

Tulsi Gabbard quits top US Intelligence post after husband’s cancer diagnosis

May 23, 2026, at 01:18 pm

Washington DC/IBNS: Tulsi Gabbard resigned as the United States Director of National Intelligence (DNI) on Friday, citing her husband Abraham’s battle with a rare form of bone cancer.

Marco Rubio's India visit begins in Kolkata: Trade, defence and Quad talks take centre stage

May 23, 2026, at 09:55 am

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Kolkata on Saturday morning as part of his four-day visit to India, marking his first trip to the country since assuming office last year.

Canada vows 'greater responsibility' for Arctic security in new seven-nation pact to counter Russia, China

May 23, 2026, at 04:47 am

Sweden: Canada, along with six allied nations, pledged on Friday to increase their military presence and economic surveillance in the Arctic, citing rising geopolitical competition from Russia and China.

Planning a Green Card? New US immigration policy could send you back home to file

May 23, 2026, at 12:07 am

A recent policy memo reportedly issued by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has triggered widespread discussion over potential changes to how foreign nationals on temporary visas may apply for permanent residency in the United States.

Shocking viral video shows woman dragged by raging NYC floodwaters moments after leaving bus

May 22, 2026, at 04:29 pm

Severe torrential rains and thunderstorms battered New York City on Wednesday, triggering flash floods across multiple boroughs and leaving streets submerged under knee-deep water.

Canada, Baltic allies pledge stronger NATO cooperation and back Ukraine at tallinn meeting

May 21, 2026, at 05:38 am

Tallinn/Estonia: Canada and the Baltic states on Wednesday reaffirmed their support for NATO, Ukraine and transatlantic security cooperation during a meeting in Tallinn, Estonia amid heightened geopolitical tensions and continued concerns over Russia’s actions in Europe.

Canada breaks ground on G7’s largest graphite mine in Quebec

May 20, 2026, at 04:24 am

Quebec: Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday announced the start of construction on Nouveau Monde Graphite’s Matawinie Mine in Quebec, a project the government said will become the largest graphite mine in North America and the G7.

Canada names advisory board to select Candidates for Supreme Court vacancy

May 20, 2026, at 04:11 am

Ottaw: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday announced the members of an independent advisory board tasked with identifying candidates to fill an upcoming vacancy on the Supreme Court of Canada. 

Trump warns Iran of possible military action amid diplomatic deadlock

May 19, 2026, at 11:28 pm

US President Donald Trump has issued a fresh warning to Iran, saying the United States could carry out further military action if diplomatic efforts fail to produce a durable peace agreement.

Horror in US: Three killed in suspected hate crime at San Diego mosque

May 19, 2026, at 11:30 am

Two teenage shooters died by suicide after allegedly killing three people at a mosque in San Diego, California, on Monday in what police have described as a possible hate crime.

Pentagon pauses Canada-U.S. defence forum over military spending concerns

May 19, 2026, at 03:31 am

Washington:  A senior U.S. defence official said on Monday that Washington was pausing a long-standing bilateral defence forum with Canada to reassess its value, citing concerns over Ottawa’s military commitments.

US drops all criminal charges against Gautam Adani, high-profile wire fraud case dismissed

May 18, 2026, at 11:10 pm

In a major legal development, the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has permanently dropped all criminal charges against Indian industrialist Gautam Adani and his nephew Sagar Adani, bringing an end to a closely watched securities and wire fraud case filed in New York, media reports said.

Canada’s Calgary rocked by violent extortion case; 4 Indian-origin men arrested, another wanted

May 17, 2026, at 08:00 pm

Calgary/Canada: Four Indian-origin men were arrested and charged in connection with a violent kidnapping and extortion case that authorities say is part of an ongoing series of crimes targeting the South Asian community in Calgary, Canada.

Operation Epic Fury 2.0? Trump weighs fresh Iran strikes after high-stakes China talks

May 16, 2026, at 01:57 pm

The United States is preparing a range of military options against Iran as diplomatic efforts remain stalled, with reports indicating that President Donald Trump is considering a renewed offensive following his two-day visit to China.

Big breakthrough? US announces fresh 45-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire deal

May 16, 2026, at 10:03 am

The US State Department on Friday announced that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend their ceasefire by 45 days following two days of mediated talks hosted by the United States.

Canada and Alberta ​reach ​deal on ​carbon ​pricing, ​electricity ​expansion and oil pipeline plans

May 16, 2026, at 04:20 am

O​ttawa: Canada’s federal government and the province of Alberta on Friday reached an energy and climate agreement that includes higher industrial carbon pricing, plans to expand electricity generation and support for a proposed oil pipeline to Asian markets.

Canada launches national electricity strategy to double power grid by 2050

May 16, 2026, at 03:58 am

Ottawa: Canada on Friday launched consultations on a new national electricity strategy aimed at doubling the country’s power grid capacity by 2050 as it seeks to meet rising energy demand, lower household costs and strengthen energy security.