News from India and Arabic Countries

Indian News

'Trade Above Ukraine': Team Trump Blasts Europe Over India-EU Deal

Bessent accused European countries of indirectly financing the conflict they publicly condemn. After Russia invaded Ukraine and the imposition of Western sanctions, India significantly increased its purchases of discounted Russian crude oil.

Published on: 29.01.2026 02:34
NDTV Exclusive: The Hunters Of Lyman - Inside Ukraine's Deadliest Drone Unit

In an exhaustive interview with NDTV, drone pilots and operators from Ukraine's Signum Batallion go into details about drone warfare and what happens on the frontlines.

Published on: 29.01.2026 02:31
Colombian Lawmaker Among 15 Dead In Plane Crash

An aircraft carrying 15 people, including one lawmaker, went missing near Colombia's troubled border with Venezuela on Wednesday, state airline Satena and aerospace authorities said.

Published on: 29.01.2026 01:21
Rubio Defends Maduro Capture As "Strategic" And "Not An Act Of War"

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended the capture of former Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro before a Senate committee, arguing that the operation did not amount to an act of war and portraying it as a strategic necessity.

Published on: 29.01.2026 00:01
Rubio Says US May Join New Russia-Ukraine Talks This Week

The United States may join new talks this week between warring foes Russia and Ukraine, with territory the remaining but major point of contention, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Wednesday.

Published on: 28.01.2026 23:59
"ICE Cold Killers": Paris Protesters Rally Against US Immigration Crackdown

Dozens of protesters rallied in Paris on Wednesday against US President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown, voicing horror and fear after a second fatal shooting by immigration agents capped months of escalating violence.

Published on: 28.01.2026 23:40
Iran Vows To Resist Any US attack, Insists Ready For Nuclear Deal

Iran's foreign minister warned Wednesday its forces would respond immediately and forcefully to any US military operation after President Donald Trump declared time was running out to avoid one, but did not rule out a new deal on Tehran's nuclear pro

Published on: 28.01.2026 22:59
Canada Says "Rules-Based Trade With US Is Over"

The era of rules-based trade with the United States is "over," Canada's central bank governor said Wednesday, echoing a stark warning from the country's prime minister that President Donald Trump's impact on global trade is permanent.

Published on: 28.01.2026 19:39
In U-Turn, France Backs Move To Put Iran's Guards On EU Terrorism List

France will now support the inclusion of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on the European list of terrorist organisations, a move that Paris has always been hesitant to back for fear that it could cut ties with Iran.

Published on: 28.01.2026 19:26
"Fingers On The Trigger": Iran Warns US Against Military Operation

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned Wednesday that its forces would respond forcefully to any US military operation -- but did not rule out a new deal on Tehran's nuclear programme.

Published on: 28.01.2026 18:42
US Agents Involved In Minneapolis Shooting Placed On Leave: Report

I was not immediately clear how many agents had been placed on leave since intensive care unit nurse Alex Pretti was shot multiple times after being forced to the ground by camouflaged officers on Saturday.

Published on: 28.01.2026 18:34
Washington State Senate's Resolution Honours India's Traditions Of Democracy

The Washington State Senate has passed a resolution honouring India's 77th Republic Day, citing India's democratic traditions and the contributions of the Indian-American community.

Published on: 28.01.2026 18:27
"Very Significant Progress": India Says US Trade Pact Nearing Closure

India and the United States have made "very significant progress" on their ongoing trade deal talks and are "very close" to a positive outcome, government sources have told NDTV.

Published on: 28.01.2026 18:10
Indian-Origin Man Charged With Murder Of Woman In London

A 57-year-old Indian-origin man appeared in a UK court on Wednesday charged with the murder of a woman at a home in Ilford, east London.

Published on: 28.01.2026 16:56
UK 'Science Nerd' Jailed For Turning Mother's Shed Into Explosives Factory

A 33-year-old science enthusiast, Harry Whittaker, was sentenced to 45 months in prison for possessing and making explosive substances, and storing toxic chemicals and extremist material at his Bedfordshire home.

Published on: 28.01.2026 16:46
"Nothing On The Table": India Says It Is Not Joining China-Backed Trade Pact

India is not actively considering joining the China-backed Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) at present, government sources have told NDTV.

Published on: 28.01.2026 16:25
Who Is Beth Galetti, Amazon's HR Chief Who Announced Major Layoffs

Beth Galetti announces Amazon's plan to cut 16,000 corporate roles globally to streamline operations and reduce bureaucracy.

Published on: 28.01.2026 16:05
Dramatic Video Shows NASA Plane Belly Landing In Texas Amid Smoke And Flames

NASA's WB-57 high-altitude research plane made a gear-up belly landing at Ellington Airport in Houston due to a mechanical issue.

Published on: 28.01.2026 16:03
"Gone Full Retard": Musk Abuses Indian-Origin Billionaire Over Racism Claims

The exchange was triggered by a post from Elon Musk saying that “white people are a rapidly diminishing minority of the global population.”

Published on: 28.01.2026 15:15
Marco Rubio Warns Venezuela Of New Military Action If Expectations Not Met

Secretary of State Marco Rubio plans on Wednesday to warn that the Trump administration is ready to take new military action against Venezuela if the country's interim leadership strays from US expectations.

Published on: 28.01.2026 13:56

News from Arabic Countries

Aoun’s tightrope: Daily Israeli attacks and Hezbollah’s refusal to disarm

Pressures on the Lebanese president to disarm the group may soon escalate if his focus on diplomacy doesn't succeed.

Published on: 29.01.2026 04:16
‘Even the dead were not spared’: Israeli’s Gaza desecration compounds grief

Israeli search for last captive's remains defiled over 250 graves, leaving families uncertain about buried loved ones.

Published on: 29.01.2026 04:11
Elon Musk’s Tesla reports first-ever annual decline in revenue

Electric car company to invest $2bn in artificial intelligence start-up as part of pivot away from auto market.

Published on: 29.01.2026 03:41
Palestinian journalist Bisan Owda with 1.4m followers reports TikTok ban

Emmy-winning Owda points to changes in TikTok's US ownership, remarks from Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu to explain ban.

Published on: 29.01.2026 03:02
US agents involved in Alex Pretti’s killing in Minneapolis placed on leave

Two agents placed on administrative leave as outrage continues over killing of intensive care nurse Alex Pretti.

Published on: 29.01.2026 02:08
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,435

These are the key developments from day 1,435 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Published on: 29.01.2026 00:28
Mourinho’s Benfica drag Real Madrid with them to Champions League playoffs

Benfica beat Real 4-2 which sends both teams into Champions League playoffs, as Madrid miss out on top eight.

Published on: 28.01.2026 23:16
Barcelona claim Champions League last-16 spot, but its the playoffs for PSG

Barcelona leap into Champions League automatic qualifying positions with win in Copenhagen, but PSG face playoffs.

Published on: 28.01.2026 23:08
Quebec mosque attack anniversary renews call to end anti-Muslim hate

Muslim leaders warn against divisive laws, rhetoric as Canada marks nine years since deadly Quebec City mosque shooting.

Published on: 28.01.2026 22:35
What will be the impact of the EU-India trade pact?

The 'mother of all trade deals' comes months after the United States slapped tariffs on India and the European Union.

Published on: 28.01.2026 22:23
Israel’s top court delays Gaza press access ruling amid years-long ban

Court gives Israeli government until March to justify ban on foreign media from Gaza.

Published on: 28.01.2026 21:29
France says will support EU designation of Iran’s IRGC as ‘terrorist’ group

Foreign minister announces apparent reversal of France's stance, saying Iran protest crackdown 'cannot go unanswered'.

Published on: 28.01.2026 21:16
Colombian lawmaker among 15 killed in plane crash near Venezuela

The plane vanished near Colombia's eastern border, and the search was hindered by dense terrain and adverse weather.

Published on: 28.01.2026 20:51
Trump yanks permitting process from Democrats after California fires

Democratic officials shot back that Trump has failed to deliver the federal funds needed for rebuilding efforts.

Published on: 28.01.2026 20:22
Iraqi protesters burn photos of Trump amid his threats over al-Maliki

Protesters in Baghdad burned photos of Donald Trump, rejecting the US president’s demands regarding Nouri al-Maliki.

Published on: 28.01.2026 20:12
How drone warfare has changed in Ukraine

Spools of fibre-optic cable drape the ruins of Lyman, once a resort town in Ukraine, now shaped by drone warfare.

Published on: 28.01.2026 20:04
US Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady despite political pressure

The central bank will maintain rates at 3.5 to 3.75 percent and warned of 'elevated' economic uncertainty.

Published on: 28.01.2026 19:23
FBI executes search warrant at Georgia election office over 2020 US vote

FBI searches Fulton County election office in Georgia over 2020 election concerns linked to Trump-Biden contest.

Published on: 28.01.2026 19:19
Putin congratulates al-Sharaa on his efforts to unify Syrian territory

Russian President Vladimir Putin lauded Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa's ongoing efforts to stabilise his country.

Published on: 28.01.2026 19:19
Rubio rules out military action in Venezuela, with an exception

The Trump administration does not "intend or expect" to again take military action in Venezuela, Marco Rubio said.

Published on: 28.01.2026 19:00
Looking for My Mum

A young Tunisian man goes on a personal journey to find his biological mother and understand where he comes from.

Published on: 28.01.2026 18:30
Even in death, Palestinians are still denied dignity

To find Ran Gvili, Israel desecrated hundreds of Palestinian graves and the world did not care.

Published on: 28.01.2026 18:26
Iran delegates import powers as US war threats keep economy unstable

Iranian governors gain new powers as country prepares for possible war amid sanctions and looming geopolitical tensions.

Published on: 28.01.2026 18:17
Amazon cuts thousands of jobs amid AI push

Wednesday’s cuts are the second mass layoffs in three months at the e-commerce giant.

Published on: 28.01.2026 17:47
UK, France, Canada among 11 countries condemning Israel’s UNRWA demolitions

Countries slam destruction of UN agency for Palestinian refugees' East Jerusalem headquarters as 'unprecedented act'.

Published on: 28.01.2026 17:37