International
Strong earthquake hits Afghanistan, tremors felt in India
powerful earthquake of 6.2 magnitude struck the Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan on Saturday evening, with tremors felt across the Indian capital New Delhi and large parts of northern India. No immediate casualties or damage were reported.
Oil tanker attacked in Strait of Hormuz amid US-Iran tensions
An oil tanker has been attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported on Saturday, June 27, as tensions between the US and Iran continue to escalate.
India's surveillance aircraft 'Netra' gets operational clearance
India's domestically developed surveillance aircraft 'Netra' has received final operational clearance for military use, strengthening the country's defence capabilities. The aircraft, built by India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has been given operational clearance by the Ministry of Defence, making it fully ready for use in Indian armed forces operations.
Mother gives her life to save daughter in Venezuela quake horror
A mother has sacrificed her life to protect her young daughter during the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela.
Fresh earthquake rattles wrecked Venezuela
A fresh earthquake struck northern Venezuela on Friday (June 26), compounding the devastation wrought by two powerful tremors earlier this week.
Russia, Ukraine exchange 320 prisoners of war with UAE help
Russia and Ukraine completed another significant prisoner of war swap on Friday (June 26), with each side returning 160 soldiers to bring the total exchanged to 320, mediated by the United Arab Emirates.
Saudi Arabia bans entry for citizens of three countries
Saudi Arabia has temporarily suspended the entry of citizens from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Uganda and South Sudan as part of precautionary measures to prevent the potential spread of the Ebola virus.
Venezuela earthquake death toll rises to 920, over 50,000 still missing
The death toll from the devastating twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela has climbed to 920, as rescue teams continue searching through the rubble of collapsed buildings across the country. Authorities say more than 50,000 people remain missing, raising fears that the casualty count could rise significantly in the coming days.
Uber India and South Asia chief Prabhjeet Singh resigns
Prabhjeet Singh, president of Uber India and South Asia, has resigned from the ride-hailing company, marking the end of his 10-year tenure. Singh, who joined Uber in August 2015 as general manager and head of strategy, was elevated to the regional president role in June 2020 .
Swedish minister brings baby to EU meeting, a historic first
Swedish Climate Minister Romina Pourmokhtari made history by bringing her three-month-old son to an EU council meeting in Luxembourg on Thursday, June 25, marking the first time a child has attended a ministers' meeting in the EU Council's history.