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Two ISIS-inspired men charged with terror offences after explosives thrown outside Mamdani's NYC residence

Mar 10, 2026, at 03:06 pm

The United States Department of Justice on Monday charged two men for allegedly attempting to detonate improvised explosive devices near the residence of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani during a protest in Manhattan.

Bangladeshi national extradited from Malaysia to U.S. over global child abuse ring

Mar 10, 2026, at 12:01 pm

Washington DC/IBNS: A Bangladeshi national was returned to the United States as he faces charges of operating an international child sexual exploitation enterprise.

Trump administration labels Afghanistan ‘state sponsor of wrongful detention’

Mar 10, 2026, at 09:52 am

The US government has designated Afghanistan as a state sponsor of wrongful detention.

Trump threatens Iran with ‘20 times harder’ strike if oil flow through Strait of Hormuz is disrupted

Mar 10, 2026, at 09:09 am

US President Donald Trump on Monday warned that the United States would strike Iran “twenty times harder” if Tehran attempts to disrupt oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz.

Canada allows TikTok to operate Under strict data protection rules

Mar 10, 2026, at 05:20 am

Ottawa: Canada has allowed TikTok to operate in the country following a national security review, but with legally binding conditions aimed at strengthening data protection and safeguarding minors online.

Canada: Indian Consulate in Toronto marks International Women’s Day

Mar 10, 2026, at 04:35 am

Toronto: The Consulate General of India in Toronto celebrated International Women’s Day in partnership with the Elspeth Heyworth Centre for Women (EHCW), recognising women’s achievements while highlighting support systems available for Indian women in need.

Improvised explosive device was thrown near Zohran Mamdani’s residence during Saturday's protest: NYPD

Mar 10, 2026, at 12:29 am

An improvised explosive device (IED) was ignited and thrown outside the official residence of Zohran Mamdani, the mayor of New York City, during protests on Saturday, the New York Police Department (NYPD) has confirmed.

Blast near US Embassy in Oslo sparks security scare amid Middle East tensions

Mar 08, 2026, at 02:40 pm

An explosion occured close to the United States Embassy in Oslo early Sunday, according to media reports.

Donald Trump slams UK PM Keir Starmer as London weighs sending carriers to Middle East

Mar 08, 2026, at 12:15 pm

US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that Britain was giving “serious thought” to sending two aircraft carriers to the Middle East amid the war with Iran, but added that the United States no longer needed the support to win the conflict.

2 GTA synagogues hit by gunfire overnight; police ramp up presence

Mar 08, 2026, at 03:33 am

Police in parts of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) are investigating after shots were fired at two synagogues in North York and Vaughan overnight on March 6-7, 2026, as​ reported by CBC News.

‘Iran will be hit very hard’: Trump’s explosive warning after Tehran’s apology

Mar 07, 2026, at 05:35 pm

US President Donald Trump on Saturday lashed out at Iran, labelling Tehran the “loser of the Middle East,” hours after Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian apologised to neighbouring countries for attacks launched during Iran’s conflict with Israel and the United States.

Zohran Mamdani defends wife amid scrutiny over her 'support' for Palestinian cause

Mar 07, 2026, at 02:10 pm

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has defended his wife, Rama Duwaji, amid criticism over her social media activity related to the Palestinian cause following the October 7, 2023, attacks on Israel.

Iran conflict: White House says US could achieve ‘Operation Epic Fury’ objectives in 4–6 weeks

Mar 07, 2026, at 10:00 am

Karoline Leavitt, the White House press secretary, has said the United States could achieve its objectives in Operation Epic Fury against Iran within four to six weeks.

Who is Asif Merchant? Trump assassination plot by Iran-linked Pakistani foiled

Mar 07, 2026, at 09:04 am

A Pakistani man allegedly linked to Iran has been found guilty of plotting to assassinate US President Donald Trump, according to the United States Department of Justice.

Canada, Alberta propose ‘one project, one review’ framework to speed up infrastructure approvals

Mar 07, 2026, at 05:22 am

Ottawa: Canada and the province of Alberta have proposed a new co-operation agreement aimed at accelerating approvals for major infrastructure projects, part of Canada’s broader effort to diversify its economy and strengthen energy development.

Canada, Japan launch Comprehensive Strategic Partnership across defence, energy and technology

Mar 07, 2026, at 05:02 am

Tokyo: Canada and Japan have announced a sweeping Comprehensive Strategic Partnership aimed at strengthening cooperation in defence, energy, trade, and advanced technologies, following talks between Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in Tokyo on Friday.

Indian-origin influencer and Khalistan critic Nancy Grewal stabbed to death in Canada

Mar 06, 2026, at 04:09 am

A 45-year-old Indian-origin social media influencer and YouTuber, Nancy Grewal, was brutally stabbed to death at her home in LaSalle, Ontario, Canada, on March 3, 2026, prompting a homicide investigation by local police.

Canada and Australia deepen ties with defence, AI and clean energy agreements

Mar 06, 2026, at 03:11 am

Canberra: Canada and Australia agreed to deepen cooperation in defence, critical minerals, artificial intelligence and clean energy during Prime Minister Mark Carney’s first official visit to the country.

China eases tariffs on Canadian canola, seafood as Canada expands EV quota

Mar 05, 2026, at 03:23 am

Ottawa: China has suspended and reduced tariffs on key Canadian agricultural and seafood exports, while Canada has eased trade restrictions on Chinese electric vehicles and certain steel and aluminum products.

Canada backs Iran strikes 'with regret', urges de-escalation: Mark Carney

Mar 05, 2026, at 02:49 am

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that Canada supports US-Israeli strikes on Iran "with some regret", framing the conflict as a stark illustration of a fracturing international order.

Indo-American student among 3 killed in Texas bar shooting; FBI probes possible terror link

Mar 05, 2026, at 12:20 am

New details have emerged in the deadly shooting at a crowded bar in Austin, Texas, that left three people dead, including 21-year-old Indian-American student Savitha Shan, media reports said.

Canada: Debate intensifies over deportation of Humboldt bus crash driver

Mar 04, 2026, at 05:44 am

A growing chorus of Canadian journalists, commentators and public figures is urging the federal government to reconsider the deportation of Jaskirat Singh Sidhu, the truck driver at the centre of the 2018 Humboldt Broncos bus crash.

'You’ll find out soon': Trump hints at massive retaliation after Riyadh attack, says ‘boots on ground’ may not be needed

Mar 03, 2026, at 10:51 am

Washington DC/IBNS: In a shift from his earlier hardline posture, US President Donald Trump said “boots on the ground” may not be necessary following the attack on the US embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, media reports said.

India, Canada ​launch ​renewed ​strategic ​partnership, ​fast-​track CEPA ​talks

Mar 03, 2026, at 12:58 am

N​ew Delhi: Prime Minister Mark Carney and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday announced an ambitious reset of the India–Canada relationship, agreeing to accelerate negotiations on Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) and deepen cooperation across energy, defence, artificial intelligence, talent mobility and trade.

'Whatever it takes, we'll do it': Donald Trump rules out timeline for Iran operations

Mar 02, 2026, at 11:47 pm

US President Donald Trump on Monday said military operations against Iran could continue for as long as necessary, signalling no fixed timeline for an end to the campaign.

Three US F-15E jets shot down in 'friendly fire' incident by Kuwait as Iran war escalates

Mar 02, 2026, at 09:16 pm

Three US Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jets were shot down in separate friendly-fire incidents by Kuwaiti air defences, the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) said on Monday evening.

Bombs fall, bodies counted — Yet Trump isn't calling Iran strikes a ‘war’! Here's why

Mar 02, 2026, at 06:16 pm

The Middle East is burning, scores are dead, and missiles are crossing borders with alarming frequency — yet from the White House, the language remains restrained.

Middle East tension: Several US warplanes crash in Kuwait, says Defence Ministry

Mar 02, 2026, at 03:01 pm

Kuwait’s Defence Ministry on Monday confirmed that several American fighter jets crashed in the country amid rising tensions across the Middle East. A ministry spokesperson, posting on the official X page, said all crew members survived and were immediately evacuated for medical evaluation and treatment.

Canadian FM Says Ottawa is ‘exploring’ free-trade deal with India as Carney seeks reset

Mar 02, 2026, at 03:34 am

Canada is once again exploring a formal free-trade agreement with India, Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne said, as Prime Minister Mark Carney visits the country in a bid to reset strained diplomatic ties.

We are going after the rest: Trump claims US sank 9 Iranian warships

Mar 02, 2026, at 12:01 am

US President Donald Trump on Sunday claimed that American forces had sunk nine Iranian naval vessels and “largely destroyed” Iran’s naval headquarters amid escalating tensions in the Middle East.