US: Six injured in NYC attack as city braces for NBA finals games at Madison Square Garden
Jun 08, 2026, at 04:18 pm
At least six people were injured in a stabbing incident at New York’s Penn Station on Sunday, raising security concerns ahead of major upcoming sporting events in the city.
Carney highlights record defence spending and military pay hikes in tribute to armed forces
Jun 08, 2026, at 08:24 am
Ottawa: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Canadian Armed Forces Day touted record investments in the military, linking higher defence spending and pay raises to growing global security challenges.
Carney to visit France, Ireland ahead of G7 summit
Jun 08, 2026, at 07:58 am
Ottawa: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will travel to France and Ireland next week before attending the G7 Leaders' Summit.
Chaos at community event in US: 12 shot as gunfire erupts in Ohio, manhunt ongoing
Jun 07, 2026, at 04:32 pm
At least 12 people were shot during a community event in the U.S. state of Ohio on Saturday, in what police say appears to be a chaotic exchange of gunfire near a popular festival area.
Middle East standoff: US intercepts Iranian missiles, drones close to Strait of Hormuz
Jun 06, 2026, at 08:42 am
The US military on Saturday said it intercepted and shot down multiple Iranian ballistic missiles and drones launched toward the Strait of Hormuz and neighbouring Gulf countries.
US businesses warn Trump administration over green card rule change: Report
Jun 05, 2026, at 11:21 pm
US business leaders privately cautioned Trump administration officials that a proposed change to green card application procedures could disrupt workforces and create uncertainty for employers, according to a report by the Washington Post.
Canada 'turned into Indian colony'? Viral Toronto festival video ignites global row
Jun 05, 2026, at 10:40 pm
A viral video showing hundreds of people dancing at an Indian cultural event in Toronto has triggered an intense debate on immigration, multiculturalism and cultural integration in Western countries.
Canadian food safety tests show compliance rates above 97%, national inspection agency says
Jun 05, 2026, at 10:14 pm
Ottawa: Food sold in Canada continued to meet high safety standards, with most domestic and imported products complying with federal regulations, according to new testing data.
Jun 05, 2026, at 09:49 pm
Halifax: Canada started issuing one-time top-up payments under its new Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit, providing immediate financial relief to about 12 million people as households continue to face affordability challenges.
No amount of censorship can erase it: Rubio’s message to China over Tiananmen Square crackdown
Jun 05, 2026, at 06:11 pm
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has criticised China, alleging that the country is attempting to censor and erase memories of the 1989 military crackdown on pro-democracy protesters in Beijing’s Tiananmen Square.
India-US trade deal soon? Trump praises Modi amid fresh tariff threat
Jun 05, 2026, at 09:09 am
US President Donald Trump has expressed confidence that a trade agreement between India and the United States will be finalised soon, while also praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi and describing him as a "good friend."
Canada launches national AI strategy, targets 250,000 jobs and $200 billion economic boost
Jun 05, 2026, at 05:41 am
Ottawa: Canada on Thursday unveiled a new national artificial intelligence strategy aimed at accelerating AI adoption, creating 250,000 jobs and generating an additional $200 billion in economic growth.
Canada launches mining workforce alliance to tackle labour shortages in critical minerals sector
Jun 05, 2026, at 04:16 am
Ottawa: Canada has launched a new industry-led alliance to address labour shortages in the mining sector as demand for critical minerals rises.
US House deals blow to Trump, passes measure seeking troop withdrawal from Iran
Jun 04, 2026, at 09:29 pm
The US House of Representatives has passed a resolution calling for the withdrawal of American troops from the conflict with Iran, delivering a significant political setback to President Donald Trump despite the measure being largely symbolic.
China using online job platforms to target military, government insiders, Five Eyes agencies warn
Jun 04, 2026, at 10:35 am
Chinese intelligence services are using professional networking websites and online job platforms such as LinkedIn to target current and former government and military personnel, according to a joint warning issued by intelligence agencies from the Five Eyes alliance.
Jun 04, 2026, at 10:28 am
Ottawa: Canada will extend key tariff measures on steel and aluminium imports for another year, as the government seeks to protect domestic producers and workers from global trade distortions and excess manufacturing capacity.
Ceasefire put to test: US conducts self-defence strikes on Qeshm Island
Jun 03, 2026, at 09:11 am
The U.S. military on Tuesday said it had struck multiple Iranian ballistic missiles and drones, and carried out self-defence strikes on Qeshm Island in response to what it described as attempted Iranian attacks across the Middle East on June 2.
South Korea to boost Canadian crude and LNG imports as energy ties deepen
Jun 03, 2026, at 01:16 am
Ottawa: South Korea plans to significantly increase imports of Canadian crude oil in the coming years and will facilitate preferential tariff treatment for those imports under the Canada-Korea Free Trade Agreement.
Carney vows "decisive action" as Canada launches council to combact antisemitism
Jun 03, 2026, at 12:15 am
Ottawa: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Monday announced a new federal advisory council to combat antisemitism and other forms of hate responding to a sharp rise in anti-Jewish incidents across Canada.
What is Operation Checkmate? 30 Indians among illegal truck drivers arrested in US
Jun 02, 2026, at 03:39 pm
About 30 Indian nationals arrested for living and working illegally in the United States are set to be deported, according to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
'You're f***ing crazy': Trump blasts Netanyahu over Israel's escalation in Lebanon
Jun 02, 2026, at 11:57 am
Washington DC/IBNS: US President Donald Trump is reportedly furious with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over Israel's latest escalation against Lebanon, which has threatened to derail ongoing diplomatic efforts involving the United States and Iran, media reports said.
Florida sues OpenAI, Sam Altman, claims ChatGPT put children at risk
Jun 02, 2026, at 09:55 am
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has announced legal action against OpenAI and its Chief Executive Officer, Sam Altman, alleging that the company knowingly released and aggressively marketed ChatGPT to the public—including children—while concealing serious risks, suppressing internal safety concerns, and misleading consumers about the product's capabilities and potential dangers.
What began as a domestic dispute ended in six deaths in US: Iowa community in shock
Jun 02, 2026, at 09:23 am
At least six people were killed in a series of shootings across multiple locations in Muscatine, Iowa, US, in what authorities believe was a domestic-related incident, police said on Tuesday.
Just married, then disaster: Indian-origin pilot killed in US helicopter crash
Jun 01, 2026, at 10:26 pm
An Indian-origin pilot was killed in a helicopter crash in the US state of Georgia just hours after marrying his longtime partner and setting off for their honeymoon.
Canada Post's losses deepen as postal giant faces pressure to reinvent Itself
May 31, 2026, at 01:50 am
For generations, Canadians relied on Canada Post to deliver everything from letters and bills to parcels across one of the world's largest countries. Today, however, the state-owned postal operator is confronting a stark reality: fewer letters, fiercer competition and mounting financial losses.
US uncovers Iranian fraud network that allegedly scammed American companies
May 30, 2026, at 04:09 pm
The United States has announced fresh measures to dismantle a sophisticated Iranian procurement network accused of impersonating and defrauding American businesses to obtain sensitive technology for Iran’s military and defense sector.
May 30, 2026, at 02:10 pm
A 27-year-old Indian man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison in the US for paying human traffickers to assault a minor girl, US Attorney's Office in Nebraska said on Saturday.
'Trade is a priority': Top US official on India deal
May 30, 2026, at 09:06 am
A senior US official has said that President Donald Trump has made it clear that trade remains a top priority for Washington, with further meetings expected in the coming weeks to advance and finalise a trade agreement with India.
Trump signals 'final decision' on Iran deal as Hormuz tensions rise
May 29, 2026, at 11:59 pm
US President Donald Trump on Friday said he is preparing to take a “final determination” on a potential peace arrangement involving Iran, amid escalating tensions over nuclear concerns and the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
8 pct of Americans lack health insurance, new study reveals
May 29, 2026, at 04:06 pm
The United States remains one of the few developed countries where a significant share of the population lacks health insurance coverage, with around 27 million Americans — nearly 8 per cent of the population — currently uninsured, according to a new study.