'India has never been, and will never be...': When US Congress gives standing ovation to Dr Singh

Manmohan Singh had promised the US and the world on July 19, 2005: "We have never been, and will never be, a source of proliferation of sensitive technologies."

Russia warns 'hypotheses reports' against experts claiming surface-to-air missile caused plane crash

Mobile phone footage circulating online appeared to show the aircraft making a steep descent before smashing into the ground in a fireball. Some of the videos posted on social media showed survivors dragging fellow passengers away from the wreckage.

Privilege of working closely with Manmohan Singh, made strategic corrections to foreign policy: EAM

The external affairs minister added, "The privilege of working closely with Dr Manmohan Singh was immense. His kindness and courtesy will always be remembered."

US mourns Manmohan Singh's passing, hails him as a 'greatest champion' of India-US relations

Dr. Singh was one of the greatest champions of the US-India strategic partnership, and his work laid the foundation for much of what our countries have accomplished together in the past two decades, said Blinken.

WHO chief narrowly escapes aerial bombardment at Sanaa airport seconds before boarding flight

The UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned the attack and called for the respect of international law, emphasizing that civilians and humanitarian workers must never be targeted.

US: Mass shooting at Phoenix airport leaves several wounded, gunman and girl arrested

After the gunfire, a man and a girl were detained in an airport parking garage nearby. Police haven’t revealed why the group was at the airport, and whether they were travelling or were there for some other reason.

Indian law enforcement agency reveals involvement of Canadian colleges in human trafficking cases

A Canadian student visa was obtained for these individuals, but upon arriving in Canada, they "illegally" crossed the US-Canada border instead of attending the college, the agency said in a statement.

South Korea: Opposition files impeachment motion against acting president in major power reshuffle

Opposition lawmakers in South Korea have filed a motion to impeach Prime Minister and Acting Leader Han Duck-soo, just under two weeks after parliament voted to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol.

Bad weather or bird strike? What went wrong with Azerbaijan Airlines plane that crashed in Aktau

Mobile phone footage circulating online appeared to show the aircraft making a steep descent before smashing into the ground in a fireball. Some of the videos posted on social media showed survivors dragging fellow passengers away from the wreckage.

Bangladesh Yearender: The unprecedented fall of Hasina govt and its impact on India-Dhaka relations

In recent weeks, Hasina has accused the Yunus-led administration of committing "genocide" and failing to protect minorities, particularly Hindus. In response, the interim government issued a note verbale to New Delhi requesting her extradition.

Japan Airlines hit by powerful cyberattack, causes flight disruptions during peak year-end holidays

The airline reported that the cyberattack caused delays of over 30 minutes for 24 domestic flights, with the potential for further disruptions later in the day.

'She was like wood in the morning': Father of 3-week-old baby who froze to death in Gaza

Mahmoud al-Faseeh, the father of 3-week-old Sila, wrapped her in a blanket to keep her warm in their tent near Khan Younis, but it wasn’t enough.

Shocking: Dead body found in wheel well of United Airlines plane after it lands in Hawaii

The body was found in a compartment housing the plane's landing gear when United Flight 202 landed at Kahului Airport on Tuesday afternoon after departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport.

Azerbaijani plane crashes in Kazakhstan: 32 survivors, over 30 feared dead

'Since we fled war, no one come to celebrate': Santa brings food, joy to displaced children in Congo

Families and children gathered around Santa Claus in excitement. “We wanted to have fun with the kids as it's Christmas. It's important to celebrate with the kids and their moms," said Ali Abdallah who dressed up as Santa.

American Airlines resumes operations after technical issue grounded US flights

According to the statement issued by the airlines, the flights were grounded due to an unspecified technical issue.

How an unlikely Bavarian village became the Christmas capital of Washington state

The longstanding practice of switching on the Christmas lights downtown on Saturday and Sunday evenings began to draw such large crowds that organizers eventually decided to just leave them on from Thanksgiving through February.

Where does Santa Claus live? The answer is more complicated than you think | READ

Medieval and pagan mythologies in Finland and Scandinavia lend some credibility to these countries' claims of Santa as their own, as these legends have ancient roots. Meanwhile, other countries take a more contemporary approach.

Turkey: Massive blast at ammunition factory kills 12 | Horrific visuals

Balikesir Governor Ismail Ustaoglu said the explosion collapsed the capsule production building and that the surrounding buildings sustained minor damage. Authorities have opened an investigation.

Trump reiterates call to buy Greenland after threatening Canada and Panama Canal

Trump again having designs on Greenland comes after the president-elect suggested over the weekend that the U.S. could retake control of the Panama Canal if something isn’t done to ease rising shipping costs required for using the waterway linking the Atlantic and Pacific oceans.