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China's Angry Reaction To Salman Khan's "Battle Of Galwan" Stirs Row

The recently released teaser of actor Salman Khan's war drama 'Battle of Galwan' has triggered a strong reaction from China, with its state media criticising it for allegedly "distorting facts".

Published on: 30.12.2025 10:52
Bangladesh Updates: "Khaleda Zia's Vision Will Continue To Guide Our Partnership," Says PM Modi

Khaleda Zia, former Bangladesh prime minister and the chairperson of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), died after prolonged illness this morning.

Published on: 30.12.2025 10:19
Canadian Actress, 48, Applies For Assisted Suicide After Decades Of Mental Health Challenges

The actress applied for Canada's Medical Aid in Dying (MAID) program in 2021, seeking an end to her suffering.

Published on: 30.12.2025 09:49
32% H-1B Visa Holders In US Skip Travel To Avoid Migration Crackdown: Report

Nearly three in 10 immigrants changed their travel plans to avoid attention from immigration officials, as per the study.

Published on: 30.12.2025 09:39
Opinion: Opinion | How A Pak-Friendly BNP Is Now In Pole Position In Bangladesh

Tarique Rahman's return to Dhaka on Christmas Day, and now the passing away of his mother, Begum Khaleda Zia, have placed the BNP in pole position to win the forthcoming general elections in Bangladesh in February next year.

Published on: 30.12.2025 09:38
"Deeply Concerned": PM Modi On Alleged Ukraine Attack On Putin's Residence

PM Modi has been stressing for dialogue and diplomacy since the Russia-Ukraine war began in February 2022.

Published on: 30.12.2025 08:16
World Leaders React To Death Of Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's Ex-PM

The death of Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's first woman prime minister, has prompted an outpouring of condolences from across the world, with global leaders highlighting her service to the South Asian nation.

Published on: 30.12.2025 07:51
"Acted Alone": Police On Bondi Beach Mass Shooting Accused

A father and son accused of a mass shooting at Australia's Bondi Beach "acted alone" and were not part of a wider terrorist cell, police said on Tuesday.

Published on: 30.12.2025 07:26
Russian Billionaire Says He Lost Rs 80,915 Crore After Criticising Ukraine War: "I Was Like A Hostage"

He had to sell his bank stake at a massive loss, calling it a "hostage" situation highlighting how Putin's Russia deals with billionaires who speak out.

Published on: 30.12.2025 06:57
'Profound Loss For Bangladesh': Sheikh Hasina Pays Tribute To Khaleda Zia

Bangladesh's deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina expressed condolences over the death of her archrival Khaleda Zia, who dominated the country's politics alongside her for decades.

Published on: 30.12.2025 06:48
2025 Was One Of Three Hottest Years On Record: Scientists

Temperatures remained high despite the presence of a La Nina, the occasional natural cooling of Pacific Ocean waters that influences weather worldwide. Researchers cited the continued burning of fossil fuels that send greenhouse gases into atmosphere

Published on: 30.12.2025 06:47
'On Its Way': Trump On Pardon For 'Wartime PM' Netanyahu, Israel Says...

US President Donald Trump said on Monday that Israeli President Isaac Herzog had told him a pardon for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was "on its way," an assertion Herzog's office was quick to challenge.

Published on: 30.12.2025 06:32
Illness For Trump, Defeat For Maduro: Peru Witch Doctors' 2026 Prediction

Shamans in Peru gathered for an annual New Year's ritual on Monday where they made predictions for the year to come, including illness for US President Donald Trump and the downfall of Venezuelan counterpart Nicolas Maduro.

Published on: 30.12.2025 06:27
Battle Of Begums: All About Rivalry Between Khaleda Zia And Sheikh Hasina

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) boss was one of two women who had dominated Bangladeshi politics for the past four decades.

Published on: 30.12.2025 06:26
Nikki Haley's Son Calls For Complete H-1B Visa Ban Amid Stamping Delays

Hundreds of H-1B visa holders recently travelled to India to complete visa stamping. When they reached India for their appointments in January, many were told their dates had been postponed for a long time.

Published on: 30.12.2025 05:45
Khaleda Zia's India Equation: From 'Slavery' Attacks To Anti-Terror Vow

Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia - seen as a leading contender in next year's general election - died after a prolonged illness early Tuesday.

Published on: 30.12.2025 05:19
Khaleda Zia, Former Bangladesh PM And BNP Chief, Dies At 80

Bangladesh's former prime minister, Begum Khaleda Zia, has died of prolonged illness while under treatment at Dhaka's Apollo Hospital.

Published on: 30.12.2025 04:31
'Got No Credit': Trump's "India-Pak War" Rant During Meet with Netanyahu

US President Donald Trump has once again doubled down on his claim of resolving the eight wars, including the military conflict between India and Pakistan earlier this year, during his bilateral meeting with visiting Israeli Prime Minister.

Published on: 30.12.2025 04:19
Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's First Woman Prime Minister, Who Had An India Connection

Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's first woman prime minister, died at the age of 80 on Tuesday after a prolonged illness, her Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) said in a statement.

Published on: 30.12.2025 04:01
"They Don't Take Photos Of Kids": George Clooney, Family Turn French

Hollywood star George Clooney has become French, along with his wife, Amal Alamuddin Clooney, and their two children, an official decree seen by AFP on Monday showed.

Published on: 30.12.2025 03:51

News from Arabic Countries

Israeli strikes on Gaza are relentless as displaced endure flooded camps

Israeli attacks, violating a ceasefire agreement, are reported across Gaza, as Palestinian misery compounded by rains.

Published on: 30.12.2025 10:34
How are China’s new war games around Taiwan different from earlier drills?

China's military exercises cover more area than ever before and simulate a blockade of key Taiwanese ports.

Published on: 30.12.2025 10:03
The Ukrainian man fighting Russian ‘lies’ with his front-line newspaper

Once a week, Myroshnyk Vassyl Savych delivers much-needed news to remote, exposed villages on the Russian border.

Published on: 30.12.2025 09:46
China holds second day of live-fire drills around Taiwan

China is engaged in a second day of live-fire military exercises encircling Taiwan.

Published on: 30.12.2025 09:38
Yemen’s presidential council cancels UAE defence deal

Yemen’s presidential council, backed by Saudi Arabia, says Emirati-backed forces must leave Yemen within 24 hours.

Published on: 30.12.2025 09:27
“No withdrawal of the Israeli army” from Gaza unless Hamas disarms

Thomas Warrick talks about Trump’s plan for rebuilding Gaza and why reconstruction may only take place in certain areas.

Published on: 30.12.2025 09:02
UN says Sudan’s el-Fasher a ‘crime scene’ in first access since RSF capture

International aid workers discover largely deserted Sudanese city with few signs of life following mass atrocities.

Published on: 30.12.2025 08:57
A decimated Gaza marks the end of another year of Israeli bombs

Nobody relaxes too much in the fleeting moments of near-normalcy because they know these can disappear at any time.

Published on: 30.12.2025 08:32
Which countries will start using the euro in 2026?

On January 1, Bulgaria will become the 21st country to adopt the European Union's single currency.

Published on: 30.12.2025 08:17
Iran’s president calls on gov’t to hear ‘legitimate demands’ of protesters

Masoud Pezeshkian has vowed to take action to protect purchasing power of Iranians as currency plummets to record lows.

Published on: 30.12.2025 07:29
One in two children malnourished in parts of Sudan’s Darfur, UN says

UNICEF says children who fled fighting in el-Fasher among those facing 'unprecedented' level of malnutrition.

Published on: 30.12.2025 07:19
LIVE: Yemen’s presidential council cancels UAE defence deal

All UAE forces must leave Yemen within 24 hours, the Presidential Leadership Council says.

Published on: 30.12.2025 07:17
Saudi Arabia says its national security a ‘red line’ after Yemen strike

The coalition carried out a strike at Yemen’s Mukalla port after accusing foreign-backed vessels of delivering weapons.

Published on: 30.12.2025 06:26
World reacts to death of Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh’s first female leader

Tributes pour in from around the world as Bangladesh mourns Khaleda Zia.

Published on: 30.12.2025 05:55
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,405

These are the key developments from day 1,405 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Published on: 30.12.2025 04:12
China fires several rockets around Taiwan during live military drills

Day two of the 'Justice Mission 2025' drills will include 10 hours of live-fire exercises and a simulated blockade.

Published on: 30.12.2025 03:56
UN Security Council members condemn Israel’s recognition of Somaliland

Somalia tells emergency UNSC meeting that Israel's recognition is part of a plan to force Palestinians to relocate.

Published on: 30.12.2025 03:31
US claims attack on dock in Venezuela, as missiles also kill two in Pacific

US hit a dock in Venezuela where boats are loaded with drugs, Trump says, as Pentagon carries out another deadly strike.

Published on: 30.12.2025 02:36
Families of Bondi victims demand probe into anti-Semitism in Australia

Call comes as Australian leader announces terms of independent review into law enforcement and intelligence agencies.

Published on: 30.12.2025 02:25
Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh’s first woman PM: A life of power and resistance

The 79-year-old fought to restore democracy after military takeover in 1980s, but corruption claims tainted her legacy.

Published on: 30.12.2025 02:21
Bangladesh mourns former leader Khaleda Zia, who died aged 79

Bangladesh's first female prime minister dies after a prolonged illness at a hospital in Dhaka.

Published on: 30.12.2025 01:44
Five key takeaways from Trump-Netanyahu meeting in Florida

US president and Israeli prime minister exchange flattery as Trump threatens Iran and stresses that Hamas must disarm.

Published on: 30.12.2025 00:10
At UN, Somalia slams Israel’s Somaliland recognition as ‘threat’ to peace

Somalia says it is concerned the recognition serves as a pretext for the forced relocation of Palestinians.

Published on: 29.12.2025 23:04
Kyiv rejects Russia’s claim of Ukrainian attack on Putin residence

The Ukrainian president rejects Moscow’s claim that Ukrainian forces launched a drone attack on Novgorod.

Published on: 29.12.2025 22:36
French village memorialises far-right actress Brigitte Bardot

Saint-Tropez residents paid tribute to French actress Brigitte Bardot outside her home, a day after she died at 91.

Published on: 29.12.2025 21:14