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October 8, 2025 7:58 PM October 8, 2025 7:58 PM

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Ukraine Strikes Russia’s Belgorod for Third Day; 3 Killed, Several Injured

In Russia, three people have been killed and at least nine others injured today in Ukraine's attack on the border region of Belgorod. According to Russian governor, Vyacheslav Gladkov, a series of drone and missile attacks damaged homes, vehicles and power lines in multiple districts of Belgorod. Em...

October 8, 2025 7:00 PM October 8, 2025 7:00 PM

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Myanmar Military Airstrike on Protesters Leaves 24 Dead, Dozens Wounded

In Myanmar, at least 24 people were killed and 47 wounded when an army motorised paraglider dropped two bombs on the crowd protesting against Myanmar's military government.      The military attacked on Monday evening in Chaung U township in central Myanmar in the Sagaing region, where about 100 peo...

October 9, 2025 11:21 AM October 9, 2025 11:21 AM

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World Bank Expresses Concern as Pakistan Struggles to Cut Poverty Despite IMF Support

The World Bank has expressed serious concern over Pakistan’s economy as the country has failed to reduce poverty despite massive loans injected by the IMF. The current model of growth has failed to improve the conditions of the poor, and the headcount ratio (HCR) has surged to its highest level of 2...

October 8, 2025 4:49 PM October 8, 2025 4:49 PM

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21st International Education Show Kicks Off at Expo Centre Sharjah

The 21st edition of the International Education Show commenced at Expo Centre Sharjah on October 8, offering students and parents four days of academic engagement and networking opportunities. Organised by Expo Centre Sharjah with the support of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), t...

October 8, 2025 6:45 PM October 8, 2025 6:45 PM

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India-UK FTA Is Biggest Post-Brexit Deal: UK PM Keir Starmer

Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Sir Keir Starmer, who is on his first official visit to India, has described the India-UK Free Trade Agreement as the biggest deal the United Kingdom has signed since leaving the European Union.     Addressing business leaders in Mumbai today on the first day of ...

October 8, 2025 2:30 PM October 8, 2025 2:30 PM

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Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand to Visit India Next Week

    Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand is scheduled to visit India next week, marking her first official trip to the country. The visit comes amid ongoing efforts to reset bilateral ties between India and Canada.     External Affairs Minister Dr Jaishankar met his Canadian counterpart on the side...

October 8, 2025 12:53 PM October 8, 2025 12:53 PM

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California Declares Diwali a State Holiday, Joining Pennsylvania and Connecticut

    California has officially recognised the Diwali festival as a state holiday. It has now become the third state in the United States of America, after Pennsylvania and Connecticut, which declare Diwali as a state holiday.      Governor of California Gavin Newsom signed the bill introduced by Asse...

October 8, 2025 12:48 PM October 8, 2025 12:48 PM

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Qatar and Turkiye Officials Join Gaza Ceasefire Talks in Egypt Amid Conflict

    Qatar and Turkiye’s top diplomatic and intelligence officials are set to join the Gaza ceasefire negotiations in Egypt today, as mediators push to end the devastating Israel-Gaza conflict.      Qatar's Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, will...