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Jewish activists detained in US Congress during protest against Gaza war
The activist group said over 250 protesters were arrested and 400 people took part in the demonstration.
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Biden to return to White House on Tuesday
President Biden is expected to meet with PM Netanyahu on Thursday after returning to the White House.
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Zelenskiy's top aide discusses key issues in phone call with Kamala Harris' adviser
Republican ex-president Donald Trump who is standing for re-election has threatened to cut aid to Ukraine if he wins.
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Macron turns down left-wing alliance's bid to appoint a prime minister
France has been in a state of parliamentary deadlock since the election.
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Sudan faces acute hunger crisis affecting 26 million people: UN
A UN spokesman warned that 750,000 people in Sudan are just one step away from famine, facing a worst-case scenario.
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UK to end housing asylum seekers in 'floating prison' by January
Minister Dame Angela Eagle announced plans to clear the asylum backlog and make savings on accommodation costs.
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Asian markets lack direction as disappointing US tech earnings impact stocks; yen strengthens
Investor sentiment remained fragile in the world's second-biggest economy despite stimulation efforts.
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Quant funds in China hit hard by deep losses amid regulatory crackdown
China's onshore A-share quant hedge funds see 8.6% loss in H1, down from 3.2% gain in 2023.
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Zelenskyy stresses need to end war 'as soon as possible'
Zelenskyy emphasized peace issues during his meeting with Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin in Kyiv.
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Delta faces US probe after numerous flight cancellations disrupt travel
Delta cancels 30% of flights daily since Friday, axes 469 on Tuesday, delays 1061, per FlightAware.
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ICC accepts 64 filings for arrest requests of Netanyahu, Israeli, Hamas officials
Filings from the US, Germany, Palestine, and other states, along with some organizations, were accepted.
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Inquiry reveals 200,000 abuse cases in New Zealand state
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon apologized and promised reforms, facing potential billions in compensation claims.
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New poll shows Harris leading Trump by 2 points
The new poll follows the RNC where Trump accepted the nomination and Biden's endorsement of Harris.
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Telecom services partially restored in Bangladesh as protests calm
The Supreme Court scaled down reservations for various categories to 7%, overruling an earlier high court verdict.
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Harris leads Trump 44% to 42% in US presidential race
Trump's campaign pollster plays down polling showing increase in Harris' support claiming its temporary popularity
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Israeli tanks advance in southern Gaza amid ceasefire talks
Israel claims its action intend to prevent Hamas militant group's fighters from regrouping
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Trump campaign protests Harris replacing Biden funds
Biden, who was in tight race with Republican challenger Donald Trump, endorsed Harris when ending his reelection bid
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India spends $75b on defence
Modi earmarks $56 billion for job creation in post-poll budget
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China brokers Palestinian unity deal
Unity govt would manage Palestinian affairs
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UK Muslim preacher convicted of terrorism
Anjem Choudary guilty of directing banned terror group
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New UK Labour govt faces pressure to change Israel-Palestine stance
Analysts closely scrutinise Foreign Secretary David Lammy’s recent trip to the region, call for an immediate ceasefire
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Thousands march on Capitol demanding Netanyahu's arrest, Gaza ceasefire during his Congress address
Small clashes broke out as police fired pepper spray to redirect the demonstration as it neared the seat of US govt
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Italy confiscates $131 million from Amazon for alleged tax and labor violations
Prosecutors allege such a system enabled the Amazon unit to keep the prices of its services competitive in the market
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George Clooney endorses Kamala Harris for president after urging Joe Biden to step down
Actor says Biden has shown what true leadership is by saving democracy once again
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Poll: Kamala Harris leads Donald Trump 44% to 42% in US presidential race
Poll follows RNC where Trump accepted the nomination and Biden's announcement to drop out of race, endorsing Harris
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'Think Biden can do that?': Trump mocks Biden during golf round with DeChambeau
Golf outing was part of DeChambeau's YouTube show, Break 50, allegedly about 'giving back to veterans, & not politics'
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US labour unions urge Biden to end military support for Israel
The unions expressed concernsthat Biden’s three-part ceasefire plan announced in May 2024 has not been fully accepted
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Death toll rises to 229 in Ethiopian landslides
Footage shared by the local administration showed people digging up bodies with shovels and bare hands
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Israel allocates millions to unauthorised West Bank settler outposts
The Ministry of Settlements and National Missions confirmed it allocated 75 million shekels ($20.5 million) last year
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First White House race since 1976 set to proceed without a Bush, Clinton, or Biden
For nearly 50 years, the three names have appeared on the presidential or vice-presidential ballot
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Japan stands firm on Taiwan peace with US alliance
Top spokesman in Japan stresses the importance of Taiwan Strait stability, regardless of US election result
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Donald Trump has gone as far as calling himself 'brilliant and excellent young man'
With President Joe Biden out of the race, Trump has become the oldest presidential candidate in history
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French authorities intercepting six drones daily near Olympic venues: PM
As well as drone defences, other forms of anti-aircraft defence are in place around Olympic sites
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Bangladesh to open 93% of state jobs to competition following deadly student protests
Students raise fresh demands that include scrapping of curfew, restoration of internet services, reopening of campuses
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WATCH: Bodycam footage reveals US officer fatally shooting black woman in her home
Sonya Massey, a 36-year-old Black woman, in her home was shot after she called 911 to report a suspected intruder
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US spot ether ETFs ready for market debut, boosting crypto industry
After launch of 9 US spot bitcoin ETFs in January, the ether products mark another win for the cryptocurrency industry
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UK govt faces historic climate adaptation challenge
Environmental group Friends of the Earth questions UK's climate strategy, alleging it fails to meet legal standards
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India needs aggressive reduction in government debt: Moody's
Moody's affirmed its lowest investment grade rating for India and highlighted the need for significant debt reduction.
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123 Malaysians evacuated from Bangladesh arrive home safely
Student protests against government job quotas in Bangladesh led to violence, prompting the evacuation of Malaysians.
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India introduces credit guarantee scheme for small manufacturing industries
The scheme allows medium and small enterprises to buy machinery and equipment without collateral.
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Indian rupee closes at record low amid equity tax hike concerns
The rupee ended at its weakest ever closing of 83.6875 against the US dollar.
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Apple benefits as India cuts smartphone import tax to 15%
FM Sitharaman announced the tax cut to 15% from 20%, benefiting mobile phone consumers and producers like Apple.
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India sets up 10 billion rupee fund to boost space industry
The fund comes following the government’s move to allow 100% foreign direct investment in satellite manufacturing.
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India cuts import tax on gold and silver to curb smuggling
Industry officials say the move will lift retail demand and help create a level playing field for honest stakeholders.
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India maintains record infrastructure spend at 11.11 trillion rupees
FM Sitharaman stated that this spending represents 3.4% of GDP, aiming to support growth and job creation.
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India’s first post-election budget focuses on $576 billion spending
FM Sitharaman announced 2.66 trillion rupees for rural development, unveiling new programs for coalition states.












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