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US rules out extending India’s Russian oil sanctions waiver
Washington: The United States on Wednesday, April 15, ruled out granting any further exemption from sanctions for the purchase of Russian or Iranian oil. US Treasury Scott Bessent made the announcement at a…
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Lebanon ceasefire soon as Trump warns Iran could be hit within an hour
Hopes of a ceasefire in Lebanon are rising amid intensified diplomatic efforts, with a fragile truce holding despite continued geopolitical tensions. Israel’s security cabinet, led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, is scheduled…
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Sundar Pichai, Vikas Khanna, Ranbir Kapoor in TIME’s 100 most influential list
New York: Google chief executive officer (CEO) Sundar Pichai, Michelin-star chef Vikas Khanna, actor Ranbir Kapoor, YouTube chief Neal Mohan and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani have been named among the…
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Sudan war enters fourth year amid famine, mass killings
Khartoum: Famine. Massacres. And now badly needed food and other supplies are under strain. Sudan on Wednesday, April 15, enters a fourth year of war that’s being called an “abandoned crisis”, as…
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Drop 100 bombs on Lebanon: Gaurav Arya remark sparks Iran Consulate backlash
Hyderabad: The Iranian Consulate in Hyderabad on Wednesday, April 15, criticised retired Indian Army officer Major Gaurav Arya after his remarks supporting Israel’s military actions in Lebanon and Gaza. The controversy began…
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Trump signals ‘amazing two days’ as US-Iran talks may resume
Donald Trump said talks with Iran to end the war could soon resume and potentially result in a deal, urging the world to watch for an “amazing two days” ahead, even as…
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Boat carrying 250 Rohingyas and Bangladeshis sinks in Andaman Sea
At least 250 people, including Rohingya refugees and Bangladeshi nationals, were missing after a boat capsized in the Andaman Sea recently on the way to Malaysia, according to the United Nations’ refugee…
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US envoy launches ‘Freedom250’ in New Delhi, highlights US-India ties
New Delhi: In a colourful and symbolic start to America’s milestone anniversary, US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor has begun the ‘Freedom250 celebrations’ from New Delhi, unveiling vibrant auto-rickshaws (autos) adorned with…
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No ‘small deals’: Trump eyes ‘grand bargain’ with Iran amid fragile ceasefire
On the eighth day of a fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran on Wednesday, April 15, J D Vance said President Donald Trump is pursuing a sweeping “grand bargain” with…
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Trump dials PM Modi, both leaders push for ‘open and secure’ Strait of Hormuz
New Delhi: US President Donald Trump dialled Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, April 14, to discuss the West Asia crisis and the need to keep the Strait of Hormuz “open and…
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Israel, Lebanon hold rare talks as US military claims Hormuz blockade a success
Lebanon and Israel were holding their first direct talks in decades as fighting between Israel and Hezbollah militants rocked southern Lebanon. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio joined the Israeli and Lebanese…
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New Zealand National Party elects new Auckland candidates ahead of election
Auckland: The National Party has announced four new candidates for key Auckland electorates as it works to strengthen its position ahead of the upcoming general election. Agnes Loheni will contest Waitākere, Ghouse…
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2 ships slip past US blockade at Strait of Hormuz, depart Iranian ports
Data from the maritime tracking firm Kpler indicates that at least two vessels successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, April 13, despite the United States military blockade. The Liberia-flagged bulk…
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Canadian PM Carney secures a majority government with special election wins
Toronto: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney secured a majority government with special election wins Monday night, allowing his Liberals to pass legislation without the support of opposition parties. Voters cast ballots for…
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Trump vows to ‘kill’ Iranian warships that get near US blockade
Washington: The US military announced it will begin a blockade of all Iranian ports and coastal areas on Monday, tempering US President Donald Trump’s previous vow to entirely block the strategic Strait…
