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China cries foul as 14 countries, including Japan, reject Beijing’s claim over South China Sea
China has summoned Japan's second-in-command in Beijing to lodge a formal protest. The diplomatic clash erupted as Tokyo on Monday joined 13 other nations in reaffirming a landmark international ruling that rejected Beijing’s territorial claims in the South China Sea. Following the clash, China has accused Japan and its partners of undermining regional peace and stability.
Trump orders US flags at half-mast after Lindsey Graham's death, tributes pour in worldwide
US President Donald Trump has ordered American flags across the United States to be flown at half-mast till Saturday evening in honour of Senator Lindsey Graham, who passed away on July 11 following what his office described as a "brief and sudden illness." Paying tribute to one of his closest political allies, Trump remembered Graham as a loyal friend, an accomplished public servant and a leader who dedicated his life to the people of South Carolina and the United States. In a post on Truth Social, Trump announced the decision to lower the national flags and praised the late senator's co
Vietnam Police detains captain after speedboat tragedy leaves 15 Indians dead in Phu Quoc
The police on Sunday detained the captain of a speedboat that capsized off Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam on Saturday, leaving as many as 15 Indian tourists dead. The captain was identified as 57-year-old Nguyen Hong Hai, who was resident of Thuan Tien hamlet in the An Giang province.
US Senator Lindsey Graham, close aide of Trump, dies at 71 after 'brief and sudden illness'
US Senator Lindsey Graham, a close aide of US President Donald Trump, passed away at 71 after a 'brief and sudden illness', according to his office. Graham, a senator from South Carolina, died on Saturday (local time), his office said in a post on X.
Two dead, six injured in mass shooting at street festival in Canada's Toronto, suspect at large
A shooting near Toronto's annual Salsa on St. Clair street festival left two people dead and six others injured, prompting a massive police response and a search for the suspect or suspects. According to The Associated Press (AP), the shooting took place near the intersection of St. Clair Avenue West and Arlington Avenue, where the popular Salsa on St. Clair festival was underway.
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again, attacks Cyprus-flagged ship; US responds with fresh strikes
The United States launched a fresh wave of retaliatory strikes against Iran after Tehran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) forces attacked the Cyprus-flagged container vessel M/V GFS Galaxy in the strategic waterway.
Indian-origin woman working with Google shot dead in US, husband arrested for murder
A 56-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly shooting dead his Indian-origin wife, a senior Google engineer, and injuring their son during a domestic dispute at their home in the US state of Georgia, police said.
'High waves, possible overloading,' survivor recounts Vietnam boat tragedy that killed 15 Indians
The boat tragedy in Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island that left at least 15 people dead happened due to high waves in the seat and a possible overloading of passengers, said a survivor on Saturday, while recounting the horror.
15 dead as speedboat carrying 32 Indian tourists capsizes in Vietnam; PM Modi 'extremely saddened'
At least 15 people were killed after a speedboat carrying 32 Indian tourists capsized off Hon May Rut Ngoai near the Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam on Saturday after which a massive rescue operation was launched by local authorities, Vitenamese media reports said.
PM Modi addresses Indians in Auckland: 'India-New Zealand Waka ready to embark on new voyage together'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday addressed the Indian community in Auckland and said the relationship between India and New Zealand is built on friendship, shared values and a mutual commitment to a stronger future. Drawing on New Zealand's cultural heritage, he highlighted the significance of the word "Waka", which for centuries has symbolised bringing people together. PM Modi said that Waka is not merely a boat but it is a symbol of a shared journey. He added that the India-New Zealand Waka is now ready to embark on a new voyage together, reflecting the growing partnership betwee
RECENT NEWS
- China cries foul as 14 countries, including Japan, reject Beijing’s claim over South China Sea
- Trump orders US flags at half-mast after Lindsey Graham's death, tributes pour in worldwide
- Vietnam Police detains captain after speedboat tragedy leaves 15 Indians dead in Phu Quoc
- US Senator Lindsey Graham, close aide of Trump, dies at 71 after 'brief and sudden illness'
- Two dead, six injured in mass shooting at street festival in Canada's Toronto, suspect at large
