Category: World

Kathmandu: Armed militants in Pakistan’s Balochistan region have attacked a train carrying more than 400 passengers and taken a number of them hostage, military sources told the BBC on Tuesday. The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) fired at the Jaffar Express Train as it travelled from Quetta to Peshawar. The separatist group said it had bombed… Continue reading At least 100 passengers freed from Pakistan train siege

Kathmandu: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Saudi Arabia on Monday for a meeting with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman ahead of high-stakes discussions between Ukrainian and U.S. officials regarding military aid and intelligence-sharing. The talks come in the wake of a heated Oval Office exchange between Zelenskyy and U.S. leaders during his February 28… Continue reading Ukran President Zelenskyy meets Saudi Crown Prince as Ukraine-U.S. talks Begin in Jeddah

Kathmandu: The six-week-long Kumbh Mela festival concludes on Wednesday with final ritual river bathing ceremonies, marking the end of one of the largest religious gatherings in the world. Organizers estimate that hundreds of millions of devotees participated in the event. Despite two tragic stampedes that resulted in dozens of deaths, the festival has been hailed… Continue reading Mahakumbh mela in India concludes with final rituals amid massive devotee turnout

Kathmandu: Nearly 300 deported migrants from various countries are being held in a hotel in Panama under a U.S. deportation policy, awaiting arrangements for their return, the Associated Press (AP) reported. Panama’s Security Minister Frank Abrego stated on Tuesday that the migrants are receiving medical attention and food as part of an agreement between Panama… Continue reading Panama holds nearly 300 deported migrants in hotel under U.S. deal

Kathmandu: A crush at New Delhi Railway Station has left around 18 people dead and at least 10 injured. Thousands of people reportedly crammed into the railway station on Saturday night as they tried to board delayed trains. Four of the victims were children, while 10 were women, according to a list released by officials.… Continue reading Eighteen killed in New Delhi station crush

Kathmandu: Margelis Rodriguez and her two children arrived in Tijuana with hopes of entering the United States legally, only to find themselves stranded after the sudden cancellation of their immigration appointment. Their journey, marked by months of travel and hardship, reflects the uncertainty faced by thousands of migrants caught in limbo following policy changes under… Continue reading Venezuelan migrants stranded in Tijuana amid U.S. policy shift

Kathmandu: According to the Associated Press (AP), former U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to impose a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports, including those from Canada and Mexico. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump confirmed that additional trade duties would be announced later in the week. He also reaffirmed his… Continue reading Trump to announce 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports

Kathmandu: The Trump administration has ordered the withdrawal of nearly all U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) workers from the field, effectively dismantling a six-decade mission that combats global poverty, disease, and food insecurity. The move, announced Tuesday, follows weeks of mass layoffs and funding freezes. Thousands of projects in over 120 countries—including security aid… Continue reading Trump administration to withdraw USAID workers, shutting down global aid programs

Kathmandu: Former U.S. President Donald Trump has suggested permanently resettling displaced Palestinians outside Gaza and proposed U.S. “ownership” in transforming the war-torn territory into the “Riviera of the Middle East.” Speaking alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump claimed the U.S. would take over Gaza’s reconstruction after resettling its population elsewhere. The proposal drew swift… Continue reading Trump proposes U.S. redevelopment of Gaza, Allies reject idea

Kathmandu: A U.S. federal judge has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s attempt to freeze federal funding while his administration reviews spending for ideological alignment. The decision by U.S. District Judge Loren L. AliKhan came just minutes before the freeze was set to take effect, following a lawsuit by nonprofit groups that rely on federal money.… Continue reading Federal Judge blocks Trump’s funding freeze amid widespread chaos