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Trump, Musk reconnect at memorial for Charlie Kirk after bitter social media war

US President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk reunited at the memorial for conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Glendale, Arizona. The two billionaires had engaged in a public war of words on social media. New Delhi: At a memorial for conservative activist Charlie Kirk on Sunday, US President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk, were seen together once again this time shaking hands. The event took place at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, where thousands gathered to honor the late Kirk, who passed away on September 10 at Utah Valley University. The White House shared a photo…

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Sep

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Trump pays tribute to Charlie Kirk, calls him as ‘great American hero’ at memorial service

Donald Trump and top US conservatives gathered in Arizona to honour Charlie Kirk, calling him a "martyr for freedom" after his assassination at a Utah campus. Tens of thousands attended the emotional service where his widow Erika announced she would continue his work. Washington: US President Donald Trump described slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk as a "great American hero" and a "martyr" for freedom during a massive memorial service on Sunday. The event, held at State Farm Stadium in Arizona, drew tens of thousands of mourners, including Vice President JD Vance, senior administration officials and young conservatives who had been…

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Sep

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Jaishankar to meet Rubio amid tensions over Trump’s H-1B visa fee and tariffs; know what’s on agenda

EAM S Jaishankar is set to meet US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in New York for high-level bilateral discussions. The meeting, scheduled for Monday, comes in the wake of President Donald Trump's recent decision to impose a $100,000 fee on H-1B visas and a 25% tariff on Indian oil imports. New Delhi: Amid US President Donald Trump’s sweeping order to impose a fee of $1,00,000 on H-1B visa, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will meet US Secretary of State Marco Rubio here on Monday for bilateral discussions, as the high-level 80th session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) kicks…

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Sep

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Rajnath Singh on phase 2 and 3 of Op Sindoor: ‘Can be started again, it depends on Pakistan’s conduct’

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, during his visit to Morocco, said Operation Sindoor could be resumed if Pakistan backs terrorism, echoing PM Modi’s remarks that the operation was only paused. Rabat (Morocco): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday said that Operation Sindoor could see a second or even third phase if Pakistan continues to support terrorism. Speaking to the Indian community in Morocco's Rabat, Singh reiterated Prime Minister Narendra Modi's earlier statement that the counter-terrorism operation was "just a pause" and could be resumed. "Whether part 2 remains to be done or part 3, we can't say... It depends on their (Pakistan's)…

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Sep

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Air India’s Delhi-bound flight returns to gate after passenger misses boarding

An Air India flight from London to Delhi was delayed after it returned to the gate shortly after taxiing, when it was discovered that a passenger who had been marked as boarded had failed to enter the aircraft. An Air India flight from London’s Heathrow Airport to New Delhi was forced to return to the gate after taxiing when the airline discovered a passenger had not actually boarded the aircraft despite being marked as present. Passenger went to arrivals instead of departure gate  The incident occurred on Sunday (local time) aboard Air India flight AI 162, which was already delayed…

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Sep

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World Rhino Day: When was it observed for the first time and how many species of rhinos exist globally?

World Rhino Day 2025: Like many other wildlife species, rhinos are also facing the threat of poaching and illegal wildlife trade. It is estimated that there are around 27,000 rhinos left in the world, as per the International Rhino Foundation. New Delhi: World Rhino Day is observed every year on September 22, with an aim to create awareness about saving the species. In 2010, the World Wildlife Fund-South Africa initiated World Rhino Day, and it became a worldwide event the very next year.  World Rhino Day's importance Like many other wildlife species, rhinos are also facing the threat of poaching…

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21

Sep

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China brings ‘K visa’ amid chaos over Trump’s H-1B order: Who all can apply?

China's move is crucial because it comes at a time when the US has decided to increase the fees of the H-1B visa to USD 100,000, with President Donald Trump citing the 'abuse' of the visa behind his decision to take the step. Beijing: With US President Donald Trump signing an executive order to hike the fees of the H-1B visa, China has introduced a new 'K visa' category, which will be effective from October 1. Through this, the Chinese government aims to attract foreign talent in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields. China had approved the…

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Sep

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‘Not even a meter of land’: Taliban rejects Trump’s bid to retake Bagram airbase, recalls Doha Agreement

In the last few days, Trump has repeatedly said the US wants to reclaim the Bagram airbase in Afghanistan. On Sunday, he also warned the Taliban regime, saying the US wants the Bagram airbase. Kabul: The Taliban on Sunday rejected US President Donald Trump's bid to retake the Bagram airbase in Afghanistan, with its Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi declaring that the Islamic regime will not surrender "even a meter" of Afghan land to the Americans. Muttaqi made the remarks during a special interview with TOLO News.  'Respect Doha Agreement' Muttaqi's remark comes hours after Hamdullah Fitrat, Deputy Spokesman of…

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Sep

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Donald Trump calls Joe Biden ‘stupid, mean and fat guy’, resorts to cuss words

US President Donald Trump slammed former President Joe Biden, calling him "a stupid, mean, and fat" individual. New Delhi: US President Donald Trump took aim at Joe Biden, using sharp language to criticize his character. Trump referred to Biden as “a stupid, mean, and fat guy,” continuing his longstanding tradition of making aggressive, no-holds-barred comments about the former President. “Biden was always a mean son of a b**,**” Trump said, pausing to let the crowd react before adding, "Not working out too well for him right now. So, when you start feeling sorry for him, remember, he's a bad guy."…

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Sep

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UK, Canada and Australia recognise Palestine, despite opposition from Israel and US

Despite opposition from the US and Israel, the UK and Canada on Sunday announced their decision to recognise the State of Palestine. Earlier in the day, Australia had also announced the same. London: In a historic move, the United Kingdom (UK), Australia and Canada on Sunday officially recognised the State of Palestine despite opposition from the United States of America (USA) and Israel. In a statement, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's office said Ottawa supports a two-state solution for 'lasting peace' in the Middle East, noting that the creation of "sovereign, democratic, and viable State of Palestine" is important for…

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