It comes few days after Iran had attacked Israel in response to an alleged attack on the Iranian consulate in the Syrian capital of Damascus leading to the killing of seven top officers of the Iran Revolutionary Guard Corps including General Mohammed Reza Zahedi.
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NASA head Nelson says China hiding military presence in space
The chief of US space agency NASA has told lawmakers in Washington that China is using civilian programmes to hide military objectives in space.
US lawmaker raises alarm over spike in attacks on Hinduism
An Indian-descent lawmaker has raised alarm over a “substantial increase” in attacks on Hinduism and Hindu places of worship in the US and expressed frustration at the failure of law enforcement agencies to find and book those responsible.
India is our strategic partner, world's largest democracy: US
Replying to a question raising concern on alleged "democratic backsliding in India" on Monday, he said, "India is the world's largest democracy, it is an important strategic partner of the United States, and I expect that to remain true."
Biden reiterates US commitment to Israel's security
These were Biden's first public remarks since Iran launched a large-scale retaliatory attack against Israel on Saturday, in which most of the missiles and drones used were intercepted -- mainly by Israeli and US forces, Xinhua news agency reported.
Australia in shock as another stabbing incident reported from Sydney
In yet another shocking incident, a bishop and a few other worshippers were stabbed by a man during a church service that was being broadcast online in Sydney on Monday evening (local time).
At polarised UNSC meet on Iran attack, only consensus is Middle East tensions shouldn’t escalate
After hearing a warning at the polarised Security Council’s emergency meeting from Secretary-General Antonio Guterres that the “Middle East was on the brink”, the only consensus was that there should be no further escalation of tensions there.
G7 expresses 'full support' for Israel after Iran attack
The leaders of G7 countries met virtually on Sunday and expressed "full solidarity and support to Israel and its people" and reaffirmed their "commitment towards its security".
24-year-old Indian student shot dead in Canada
"Officers were called to East 55th Avenue and Main Street around 11 p.m. on April 12 after residents heard the sound of gun shots. Chirag Antil, 24, was found deceased inside a vehicle in the area," Vancouver Police said.
Iran launches large-scale drone, missile attack against Israel
A combined attack of dozens of ballistic missiles and hundreds of drones from Iran triggered air raid alerts across Israel early on Sunday, the Israeli army said, as residents reported multiple bombings were heard.
US announces 'ironclad' support for Israel as Iran launches drone strikes
The US has announced "ironclad" support for Israel as Iran launched scores of drones and cruise missiles against Israel in retaliation for the the bombing of one of its diplomatic facilities in Damascus earlier this month.
Six killed in mass stabbing at Sydney mall, attacker shot
According to the New South Wales Police, emergency services were pressed into action at Westfield in Bondi Junction -- a large shopping centre in Sydney -- at about 3.30 p.m. (local time) on Saturday following reports of multiple people being stabbed.
India's Foreign Secy Vinay Kwatra completes two-day Washington visit
Indian Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra on Friday concluded a two-day visit to Washington D.C. during which he held discussions with his counterparts at the US State Department and the National Security Council.
Iran will attack Israel 'sooner than later': Biden
US President Joe Biden has told reporters at the White House that he expects Iran will attack Israel "sooner than later," media reports said.
Hezbollah fires dozens of rockets at Israel, no casualties reported
Nearly 40 rockets were fired from Lebanon at northern Israel on Friday night, causing no casualties, following Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon, Israel military said.
Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant reports 'Ukrainian' drone attacks
Ukrainian drones attacked the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) on Sunday, including one on the dome of the 6th power unit, according to the plant's press service.
10 terrorists killed in Pakistan in two separate operations
According to the media wing of the Pakistani military, security forces carried out intelligence-based operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Dera Ismail Khan and North Waziristan districts.
4 killed, 97 injured as 7.3-magnitude earthquake jolts Taiwan
Four people were killed and 97 others sustained injuries after a 7.3-magnitude earthquake rocked Hualien in Taiwan on Wednesday morning, local media reported.
N.Korea claims successful launch of IRBM tipped with hypersonic warhead
North Korea on Wednesday claimed it has successfully test-fired a new intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM) tipped with a hypersonic warhead, saying that all missiles the country has developed are now solid-fuel and nuclear-capable with warhead control capability.
Despite our positive contributions, we don't feel safe in Canada: Hindus to Trudeau
Urging Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to keep Canada free from "the glorification of terrorism", a prominent Hindu advocacy group in the country said on Friday that Ottawa's current political discourse regarding India's alleged interference in the country further emboldens extremist elements.
BLA claims killing more than 30 Pakistani soldiers, issues stern warning to China
The Baloch Liberation Army claimed killing more than 30 Pakistani soldiers as it targeted PNS Siddique, the country's second-largest naval air station located in Turbat and warned China on its "illegal" settlements and projects in Balochistan.
EAM Jaishankar lauds Malaysian PM's 'vision' for stronger bilateral ties
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Wednesday met Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and said that his vision would help craft a "more ambitious agenda" for the India-Malaysia relationship.
Singapore sends investigators to assist bridge collapse in Baltimore
Singapore's Transport Safety Investigation Bureau and Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) have dispatched officers to Baltimore in the US to support the investigation into a vessel-bridge collision incident, according to the latest statement from the MPA.
‘Long-term IMF bailout plan would be an economic disaster for Pakistan’
Dr. Ashfaque Hasan Khan, a senior financial expert and economist, has expressed serious concerns over the new government’s plan to seek a long-term financial funding facility from IMF, warning them to stay extremely cautious.
PM Modi gets Bhutan's highest civilian honour; dedicates it to 140 cr Indians
In recognition of his efforts to strengthen India-Bhutan ties, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Friday conferred the kingdom's highest civilian award, the Order of the Druk Gyalpo, which he dedicated to 140 crore Indians.