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Europe pushes back on Trump’s Greenland remarks, says ‘its not for grabs’

In a statement issued together, the leaders of France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain, the United Kingdom and Denmark said all decisions related to Greenland and its ties with Denmark fall within the Kingdom of Denmark, of which Greenland is a part. New Delhi: European leaders on Tuesday sent a strong and united message on Greenland, saying the Arctic island’s future can be decided only by Greenland and Denmark, and by no one else. The joint stand came amid renewed comments by US President Donald Trump expressing interest in taking control of Greenland. In a statement issued together, the leaders…

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Mexico plays down US military intervention despite Trump’s fresh threats after Venezuela invasion

Mexico has dismissed fears of a US military strike on drug cartels, emphasising strong bilateral cooperation and deep economic ties. Despite this, analysts expect continued pressure from President Trump as major trade and security negotiations approach. Mexico City: The debate over a possible United States military strike on Mexican drug cartels has intensified after the recent US intervention in Venezuela. However, the Mexican government and several analysts insist that Washington is unlikely to embark on a unilateral operation in Mexico, despite President Donald Trump's repeated warnings. They believe Mexico's strategic importance and strong economic ties with the United States make…

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Jan

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40-year-old Hindu grocery shop owner killed in Bangladesh, 6th incident in three weeks

Sarat Mani, a grocery store owner, was reportedly attacked with sharp weapons in the Narsingdi district at around 10 pm on Monday. He later died of his injuries. Dhaka: A 40-year-old Hindu man named Sarat Mani Chakraborty has been killed in Bangladesh, in what is a second such incident in the last 24 hours in the country. Moreover, this is the sixth fatal attack on members of the community in just 18 days amid continuing unrest in the country. Sarat Mani, a grocery store owner, was reportedly attacked with sharp weapons in the Narsingdi district at around 10 pm on Monday. He…

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06

Jan

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Trump claims US will soon receive $600 billion from tariffs: ‘America far stronger, more respected’

Reiterating his support for tariffs, Trump linked the policy to both economic strength and national security."Because of Tariffs, our Country is financially, AND FROM A NATIONAL SECURITY STANDPOINT, FAR STRONGER AND MORE RESPECTED THAN EVER BEFORE. GOD BLESS AMERICA!" he said. Washington: US President Donald Trump on Tuesday stated that the revenue generated through tariffs imposed by his administration on various countries around the world after his return to the White House, asserting that the collections will soon cross $600 billion. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said, "We have taken in, and will soon be receiving, more than 600 Billion Dollars…

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Jan

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Nepal: Birgunj on edge as curfew extended after mosque vandalism triggers spiralling religious tensions

Nepal's Birgunj continues to face heightened tension as the curfew is extended following a mosque vandalism and Quran burning incident in Dhanusha. Protests by both Muslim and Hindu groups escalated into clashes, prompting police action and multiple arrests. Kathmandu: The District Administration Office (DAO) in Nepal's Parsa has extended the curfew in Birgunj until 1 pm on Tuesday in an effort to control the tense atmosphere created by growing religious unrest. The order, issued under Section 6(a) of the Local Administration Act, 2028 BS, restricts all forms of public movement and activities inside the designated zone. As per reports, the…

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Jan

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Earthquake of 6.2 magnitude hits western Japan, tremors felt across the country

Earthquake hits Japan: The epicenter was located at a depth of about 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) inland, the agency said, adding there was no risk of a tsunami. No injuries or damage were reported from the quake. Tokyo: A strong earthquake of 6.2 magnitude has hit western Japan on Tuesday but there was no danger of a tsunami, officials said. The quake was reported in Shimane prefecture in northwestern Japan, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. The prefectural capital of Matsue and nearby cities, including some in the neighboring Tottori prefecture, were among the most strongly shaken. The epicenter…

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Jan

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Heavy gunfire reported near Venezuela presidential palace hours after Maduro, his wife plead not guilty

Reports of heavy gunfire and explosions reported in from Caracas, Venezuela, on Monday, hours after Vice President Delcy Rodriguez took oath as the interim president after the arrest of President Nicolas Maduro by the United States. Security forces opened fire after unidentified drones flew over the presidential palace in Venezuela, according to various news agencies. However, the situation is now under control. In the meantime, the White House said the US is not involved after gunfire and drones were reported near Venezuela's presidential palace. During the past 45 minutes, heavy gunfire was heard in Caracas, including near the presidential palace.…

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Maduro’s VP Delcy Rodriguez sworn in as Venezuela’s interim President, says ‘I come with sorrow’

Delcy Rodríguez, who served as vice president during Nicolas Maduro's term, took the oath of office as interim president of Venezuela. During the swearing-in ceremony, she said that she came with sorrow for the suffering endured by the Venezuelan people. Caracas: Delcy Rodríguez, who served as vice president to Nicolas Maduro and has vowed to work with the Trump administration, was sworn in as Venezuela's interim president on Monday afternoon (local time) at the National Assembly building. The oath of office was administered by her brother, National Assembly President Jorge Rodríguez, during a special session of parliament. Her swearing-in comes…

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05

Jan

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Toppled Venezuelan President Maduro pleads not guilty in US court, next hearing on March 17

US District Judge Alvin Hellerstein has scheduled the next hearing in the case for March 17, marking the next step in what is expected to be a lengthy legal battle. New Delhi: Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, made their first appearance in a New York federal court on Monday following their dramatic capture by US authorities. Escorted from the Brooklyn detention center under heavy armed guard, the couple were brought to Manhattan for a brief arraignment. Wearing reportedly a blue jail uniform, Maduro addressed the court saying, “I am a decent man, the president of…

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Jan

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Birgunj lockdown: Nepal imposes curfew till 8 am tomorrow amid communal clashes and mosque vandalism fury

The flashpoint in Dhanusha district saw youths trash a mosque in retaliation for purported anti-Hindu slurs in a TikTok video posted by two Muslim youths—now detained. By Sunday, fury exploded in Birgunj: crowds burned tires, ransacked a police post, and scuffled with officers. Kathmandu: Nepal's Parsa District Administration Office (DAO) has imposed strict prohibitory orders, effectively a curfew, in key areas of Birgunj Metropolitan City, bordering India, lasting until 8:00 am on Tuesday (January 6). Announced on Monday (January 5), the measures ban all gatherings, assemblies, processions, and demonstrations from 1:00 pm, aiming to quell rising communal tensions. Signed by…

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