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Oct

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US sanctions two major Russian oil companies in bid to pressure Kremlin over Ukraine war

Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent said the action followed Russian President Vladimir Putin’s refusal to agree to a ceasefire with Ukraine. Bessent added that the US could take additional measures to help bring an end to 'yet another' war. Washington: The United States on Wednesday imposed sanctions on Russia’s two largest oil companies — Rosneft and Lukoil — in an effort to pressure the Kremlin into negotiating a truce with Ukraine. Announced by the US Department of the Treasury, the embargo is designed to undermine Russia’s ability to fund its war efforts by targeting a key pillar of its…

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Oct

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New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon celebrates Annakut and Hindu New Year at BAPS Temple in Wellington

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon visited the BAPS temple in Wellington to perform aarti and puja on the occasion of the Hindu New Year. Wellington: New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon joined the Annakut and Hindu New Year festivities at BAPS Mandir in Wellington, celebrating devotion, gratitude, and community spirit. He was accompanied by several other delegates and community guests.  During the festivities, Prime Minister Luxon personally prepared an offering for the Annakut, performed the inaugural Aarti to usher in the New Year, and visited a youth-led exhibition showcasing community initiatives. "On the auspicious occasion of Annakut, marking the…

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22

Oct

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Mosquitoes found in Iceland for first time after country witnesses record-breaking heat

Iceland until now, along with Antarctica, had been one of the few places on Earth without mosquitoes, thanks to its cold climate and lack of stagnant water where the insects typically breed. Reykjavík: Mosquitoes have been found for the first time in Iceland, a country which was previously known for its mosquito-free status. The discovery came after an unusually warm spring, which saw temperatures breaking several past records. Hjaltason found mosquitoes during observation session Insect enthusiast Bjorn Hjaltason made the finding during an observation session, where he was using wine-soaked ropes to attract moths. After several nights, he encountered…

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22

Oct

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Putin orders strategic nuclear drills of Russian forces amid Budapest Summit delay with US President Trump

Russia conducted large-scale nuclear drills involving ICBMs and strategic bombers while the planned Putin-Trump summit on Ukraine was postponed. Kremlin officials emphasised that the exercises were pre-planned and aimed at testing nuclear command protocols. Moscow: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday directed large-scale exercises of the country's strategic nuclear forces, including practice missile launches. The drills coincided with the postponement of his planned summit on Ukraine with US President Donald Trump. According to the Kremlin, the exercises involved all components of Russia's nuclear triad. A Yars intercontinental ballistic missile was test-fired from the Plesetsk launch facility in northwestern Russia, while a…

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22

Oct

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Pakistan anti-terrorism court issues fourth non-bailable arrest warrant against Imran Khan’s sister

Aleema Khan, the sister of Imran Khan, faces her fourth non-bailable arrest warrant issued by Pakistan's Rawalpindi Anti-Terrorism Court due to repeated absences in the November 26 PTI protest case. The court has also taken action against her guarantor and the police officials involved in the case. Islamabad: A Rawalpindi-based Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) has issued a non-bailable arrest warrant for Aleema Khan, sister of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, marking the fourth such order in connection with the November 26, 2024 Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protest case. Despite multiple summons, Aleema Khan failed to appear before the court during today's proceedings. ATC…

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22

Oct

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Imperial College London refutes claims of setting up campus in Lahore, Pakistan left red-faced

The Punjab government in Pakistan recently announced the establishment of a new campus of London's Imperial College in Lahore. However, the UK-based university refuted the claim. London: Days after the Maryam Nawaz-led Punjab government in Pakistan announced plans to open an Imperial College London campus at Lahore's Nawaz Sharif IT City, the university denied the claim, stating it currently has no plans to establish a campus outside the UK. Imperial College London refutes claims Imperial College London on Tuesday rejected a claim by the provincial administration of Punjab that it would open an overseas campus in the eastern city of…

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22

Oct

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China sets record with world’s fastest bullet train in trial run, 453 kmph speed achieved

China's new high-speed train, the CR450, reached a record-breaking speed of 453 km/h in its pre-service trial. Designed for commercial speeds up to 400 km/h, the CR450 marks a significant upgrade over the CR400 and is being tested on the Shanghai–Chengdu rail line. New Delhi: China’s latest bullet train, the CR450, has become the world’s fastest high-speed train, hitting a top speed of 453 km/h in trial runs. The train is currently undergoing pre-service tests on the high-speed rail route between Shanghai and Chengdu. The CR450 is designed to run at a commercial speed of 400 km/h, which is…

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22

Oct

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Man crashes car into White House security gate; arrested

A man was taken into custody Tuesday night after driving his vehicle into a security gate outside the White House in Washington, DC. New Delhi: A man was taken into custody Tuesday night after driving his vehicle into a security gate outside the White House in Washington, DC. At approximately 10:37 pm on Tuesday, the man drove his car into a security gate located at the intersection of 17th Street and E Street NW outside the White House.  The US Secret Service immediately responded, arresting the driver on the scene. Authorities deployed a heavy security presence, with agents carrying long…

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22

Oct

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Kafala System abolished by Saudi Arabia: What was the labour program and how the move benefits migrant workers

The term Kafala, meaning "sponsorship" in Arabic, came to represent a system across the Gulf under which employers exercised almost complete control over migrant workers. Riyadh: Saudi Arabia has officially abolished its decades-old Kafala system, a labour sponsorship model that long governed the lives of millions of migrant workers. The landmark decision, announced in June 2025, marks a major step toward improving labour rights and migrant welfare in the kingdom. The reform is expected to benefit nearly 13 million foreign workers, mostly from South and Southeast Asia. What is Kafala System? The word Kafala, which means "sponsorship" in Arabic, came to…

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Oct

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‘I want to be nice but…’: Trump stands firm on 155 per cent tariff threat to China

Earlier this month, Trump announced that the US would impose an additional 100 per cent tariff on all Chinese products from November 1. His move came in response to Beijing's decision to impose restrictions on export of rare earth minerals. Washington: US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (local time) that he wants to have amicable ties with China but would go on with his decision of imposing 155 per cent tariffs on Beijing, as it is one of the largest oil importers of Russia. Briefing the reporters at the Oval Office in White House during Diwali celebrations, Trump said…

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