World

20

Jun

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

World

7 killed, 3 injured in twin roadside blasts in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | World

New Delhi: At least seven people were killed and three others injured in two roadside explosions in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Saturday, according to police officials. The blasts occurred in the Marka Bera area of Bannu district and targeted both a passenger vehicle and, later, people involved in rescue efforts. No group had claimed responsibility for the attacks at the time of reporting. Authorities have launched an investigation and security forces have sealed off the area as they work to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. Two explosions strike Bannu district According to Bannu District Police Officer (DPO) Yasir…

Read More

20

Jun

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

World

Bangladesh: Thousands of Hindus rally in Dhaka over alleged insult to Lord Ram | World

New Delhi: Thousands of members of Bangladesh's Hindu community took to the streets of Dhaka on Friday, protesting against the alleged insult of Lord Ram and demanding immediate action against those responsible. Carrying torches and chanting religious slogans, protesters marched through key areas of the capital, calling for the arrest of individuals accused of disrespecting a sacred image of Lord Ram.  What triggered the protest?  The protest was sparked by allegations that a group of people placed a shoe on an image of Lord Ram, an act that many Hindus described as deeply offensive and disrespectful to their faith. Protesters…

Read More

20

Jun

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

World

‘I was just joking, not trying to be the boss’: Trump clarifies viral G7 comment after backlash | World

New Delhi: US President Donald Trump has responded to the viral moment from the G7 Summit where he jokingly told fellow world leaders, “I’m the boss.” The comment quickly spread across social media and international news platforms, sparking discussion about its meaning. Speaking during an interview on The Axios Show, Trump said the remark was never meant to be taken seriously and was simply a joke. “I was trying to be funny. I wasn't trying to be the boss,” he said while explaining the incident. What was the viral moment?  According to Trump, the comment was made as he entered…

Read More

20

Jun

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

World

Israel strikes Lebanon again despite ceasefire, 5 killed | World

New Delhi: At least five people were killed after Israeli air strikes and drone attacks hit southern Lebanon on Saturday, reportedly just hours after a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah came into effect. The fresh attacks have raised concerns over the future of the newly announced truce and the possibility of renewed escalation in the region. According to Lebanese state media, Israeli warplanes and drones carried out overnight strikes across the Nabatieh region, targeting several locations and causing significant damage to residential areas. Reports said multiple homes and buildings were destroyed during the strikes. Artillery shelling was also reported in…

Read More

20

Jun

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

World

‘You’ll be quiet now’: Israeli envoy’s fiery spat with UN official at New York meet | VIDEO | World

New Delhi: What was meant to be a United Nations event focused on conflict-related sexual violence turned into a diplomatic confrontation on Friday, as senior UN officials and Israel’s ambassador exchanged sharp words in a heated public dispute. The confrontation unfolded during a meeting in New York marking the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict. The atmosphere quickly turned tense when Israel’s ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon, launched a strong attack on a recent UN report that placed Israel on a blacklist over alleged violations. Watch the video here  Israel accuses UN official of bias …

Read More

20

Jun

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

World

‘People were crying, screaming’: Two killed, 80 injured in two-train collision near London | VIDEO | World

London: Two passenger trains collided north of London on Friday, killing one train driver and leaving dozens of passengers seriously injured. A survivor said the impact hurled him forward, and he later saw fellow travellers suffering from broken bones and bleeding injuries amid scenes of panic and confusion. According to rail tracking data, both trains were travelling south towards London St Pancras station when they collided near the town of Bedford at around 5:15 pm local time, Associated Press reported. A major emergency response was launched, with ambulances, firefighters, police units, an air ambulance and a hazardous area response team…

Read More

19

Jun

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

World

Whom does Trump admire the most as global leader? He names PM Modi along with Xi Jinping | World

Evian: US President Donald Trump during the G7 Summit in France named Prime Minister Narendra Modi among the global leaders he most admires the most, alongside Chinese President Xi Jinping during a discussion on leadership and international influence. However, Trump describing PM Modi as a ‘very tough cookie.’ In an interview with Axios conducted after the G7 Summit in France, Trump reflected on his relationships with world leaders and his view of global power dynamics. Trump calls PM Modi 'a very tough cookie' According to Axios, when he was asked which leaders he admired the most, Trump pointed to India and…

Read More

19

Jun

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

World

Iran signals greater control over Strait of Hormuz, asks ships to register despite free transit | World

Tehran: One of the world's most strategically important maritime passages, the Strait of Hormuz, has reopened to international shipping following the implementation of a ceasefire agreement between Iran and the United States. The development marks the end of nearly four months of severe disruption that rattled global energy markets and triggered concerns over oil and natural gas supplies worldwide. The reopening follows the implementation of a Memorandum of Understanding signed by US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian aimed at ending the conflict that began earlier this year. The Strait of Hormuz serves as a critical gateway connecting…

Read More

19

Jun

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

World

‘Neither I nor Italy ever beg’: Meloni hits back after Trump claims she ‘begged’ for photo with him at G7 | World

Rome: A fresh diplomatic controversy has erupted between US President Donald Trump and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni after the former claimed that the Italian leader had "begged" him for a photograph during the recent G7 Summit in France. Meloni strongly rejected Trump's claim, calling it "completely made up" and expressing disappointment over the remarks. This comes despite recent efforts by both leaders to stabilise ties following disagreements earlier this year, particularly over developments linked to the Iran conflict. What Trump said about Meloni During a telephonic interview with an Italian television outlet, Trump made a series of remarks about…

Read More

19

Jun

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

World

‘Its time you know the truth’: Tulsi Gabbard releases explosive COVID files, targets Biden’s top advisor | World

New Delhi: On her final day as the United States Director of National Intelligence (DNI), Tulsi Gabbard released what she described as "never-before-seen" documents related to the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic, accusing former top US health official Dr Anthony Fauci of funding controversial research at China's Wuhan Institute of Virology and helping suppress information about the virus's origins. Sharing a video message on X, Gabbard declared: "It's time you know the truth." Gabbard’s big allegation: Fauci funded Wuhan research  At the centre of Gabbard's accusations is Dr Anthony Fauci, who led the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases…

Read More