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India torches “terrorist state” Pakistan at UN: Jaishankar exposes Shehbaz Sharif’s lies | Watch

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 18:23:18 +0530

India delivers a sharp message on terrorism at the 81st United Nations General Assembly as External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar warns against attempts to normalise terrorism or claim immunity from its consequences. Without naming Pakistan in his UNGA speech, Jaishankar referred to a “serial practitioner of terrorism” and said governments involved in cross-border terrorism must face accountability. He also reiterated India’s zero-tolerance approach to terrorism and its right to defend itself.

Israeli Army’s chilling operation on cam: Hamas Nukhba commander killed at brother’s grave

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 18:22:34 +0530

A targeted Israeli strike in central Gaza has killed Ibrahim Fawzi Ismail Mohsen, whom the IDF identifies as a platoon commander in Hamas’s Nukhba Force. According to reports, Mohsen was at Al Sawarha Cemetery in Al Zawayda, where he was visiting his brother’s grave and reciting Al-Fatiha when the drone strike hit. This detail is attributed to the reported account and is separate from the IDF’s operational statement. Mohsen was reportedly the fifth of five brothers killed by Israel.

Yemen horror on cam: Giant Brigades drop Falcon drones on Houthis in Bab Al-Mandab, targets burn

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 18:21:33 +0530

Yemen’s Bab al-Mandab front has erupted into fresh fighting as government-aligned Southern Giants Brigades release footage showing Falcon drones striking Houthi military targets. The footage shows Houthi positions and military vehicles being hit, with explosions sending flames into the sky near the Kahboub front. The Southern Giants Brigades say they have repelled Houthi attempts to advance toward Kahboub and Al-Mudaribah after weeks of fighting near the strategic Bab al-Mandab Strait.

NBC LA Chopper Crash: 3 Killed In Fiery Los Angeles Wreck | Watch

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:43:33 +0530

A deadly chain of events unfolded in Los Angeles after an NBC LA news helicopter crashed near the scene of a fatal Metro bus and SUV collision in the San Fernando Valley. The NBC-TV helicopter reportedly went down near Nordhoff Street and De Soto Avenue while aerial crews were covering the earlier road crash. The aircraft crashed between buildings, landing on shipping containers and parked vehicles before a massive fire broke out at the scene. Three people were reportedly killed in the helicopter crash, while another person was injured and taken to hospital. The status of the helicopter crew was initially unclear as Los Angeles firefighters rushed to the area and worked to contain the blaze. The helicopter crash occurred as emergency responders were already dealing with the deadly Metro bus collision. Firefighters were reportedly rescuing people trapped inside the bus when the news aircraft came down nearby. WATCH

Houthi Onslaught: Saudi Air Defences Thwart Riyadh Missile-Drone Barrage

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 15:34:00 +0530

Saudi Arabia has intercepted a fresh wave of Houthi missile and drone attacks as tensions continue to rise across the region. The Saudi-led coalition said it intercepted two ballistic missiles and two drones launched by the Iran-backed Houthi movement, with the drones reportedly headed towards the Riyadh area and missile threats directed towards Khamis Mushait. Saudi authorities also issued alerts covering areas including Abha, Khamis Mushait and Jazan. The latest attacks come amid a wider escalation involving the Houthis, Saudi Arabia and the broader regional conflict. Houthi attacks have increasingly targeted Saudi territory, with previous strikes and attempted strikes involving ballistic missiles, drones and threats to energy and maritime infrastructure. Riyadh has continued to strengthen its air-defence response as the security situation along the Red Sea and Yemen front remains tense. WATCH

Congo Plane Crash Horror: 14 Killed, 2 Senior Officials Dead

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 12:31:00 +0530

A deadly plane crash in the Democratic Republic of Congo has claimed the lives of 14 people, including two senior military justice officials, after a small aircraft went down in Kenge, Kwango province, on September 25. The aircraft was reportedly returning from Kikwit to Kinshasa when it encountered trouble in flight and crashed while an emergency landing was apparently being attempted. The aircraft crashed in Kenge`s Manzawu area and caught fire after impact. Initial reports said there were no casualties reported on the ground. The FARDC has launched an investigation to establish the exact circumstances and cause of the crash, meaning reports of a technical failure remain part of the preliminary account and have not been confirmed as the definitive cause. WATCH

Gaza Outpost Horror: 2 IDF Reservists Killed As Drone Explodes Inside Military Position

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 18:22:00 +0530

Two Israeli reservists have been killed in northern Gaza after an explosive military drone crashed inside an IDF outpost and detonated during an ongoing operation. The fallen soldiers have been identified as Master Sgt. (res.) Nadav Kali, 24, from Har Halutz, and Master Sgt. (res.) Ofek Moalem, 23, from Jerusalem. Both served with the 7007th Battalion of the Jerusalem Brigade. According to the preliminary investigation, the soldiers were operating FPV drones from an IDF post in the northern Gaza Strip when one drone completed its first mission, while a second crashed inside the military position during its next operation for reasons that remain under investigation. WATCH

Houthis Claim Riyadh Missile-Drone Barrage: Aramco Facility Targeted

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:29:00 +0530

Houthi forces have claimed a fresh wave of missile and drone attacks targeting Saudi Arabia, with Riyadh and an Aramco-linked facility reportedly among the targets. The claims come amid renewed Saudi-Houthi tensions and a sharp escalation in cross-border attacks linked to the wider conflict in Yemen. A Houthi military spokesman said the attacks were carried out in retaliation for what the group described as Saudi “aggression” and the blockade of Yemen. The Houthis also claimed that Saudi Arabia had carried out 1,018 attacks against Yemen since the latest escalation, warning that further attacks would trigger responses “of the same kind.” Saudi authorities have not yet confirmed the Houthi claims regarding strikes on Riyadh or an Aramco facility. The latest exchange comes as fighting intensifies across Yemen, raising fresh concerns over regional security, Saudi oil infrastructure and vital energy routes.

‘PM Fears Gen Z’: Congress Invokes Rajiv Gandhi’s 1988 Voting Reform to Attack Modi

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:06:00 +0530

Congress has reignited the political battle over voter enrolment by invoking Rajiv Gandhi’s 1988 electoral reform and drawing a sharp contrast with Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the registration of young voters. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh recalled that Parliament amended Article 326 in December 1988, reducing the minimum voting age from 21 to 18, and described the move as one that empowered India’s youth. The fresh attack comes amid the controversy surrounding the revision of electoral rolls and the enrolment of newly eligible 18-year-old voters. Ramesh has described the dispute as a “tale of two PMs”, contrasting Rajiv Gandhi’s decision to lower the voting age with what Congress alleges is an attempt to prevent newly eligible voters from entering the electoral rolls. Congress has also escalated its broader criticism of the Election Commission over the ongoing Special Intensive Revision, while accusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah of a “diabolical design” against voters.

Netanyahu Faces Massive UN Walkout: Defends West Asia Military Action

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:01:00 +0530

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has delivered a defiant address at the United Nations General Assembly, defending Israel’s military campaigns in Gaza, Iran and across West Asia while pushing back against mounting international criticism. His speech was met with a visible walkout by dozens of UN delegates, underscoring the deep divisions surrounding Israel’s ongoing wars and its policies in the region. Netanyahu insisted that Israel would continue fighting and declared that the country has “no other choice” but to win, directly confronting nations and critics accusing Israel of escalating the conflict. He also addressed the growing international pressure over the Gaza war and hit back at those challenging Israel’s military actions. WATCH

Israel Kills Hamas Commander Accused Of Holding 7 Hostages | Gaza Tunnel

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 22:16:00 +0530

Israel says it has killed a Hamas commander who was involved in holding seven Israeli hostages in an underground tunnel in the Gaza City area during the war. The IDF identified the commander as Mahmoud Abd al-Fattah Awad, saying he took part in holding Daniella Gilboa, Karina Ariev, Doron Steinbrecher, Naama Levy, Ziv Berman, Omri Miran and Eitan Mor captive. Awad was killed in an Israeli airstrike in the Gaza City area over the weekend, according to the Israeli military. The IDF further alleged that Awad had recently been involved in planning and advancing attacks against Israeli troops and civilians and was working to restore Hamas’s operational capabilities despite the ceasefire. Israeli officials described the activity as a violation of the truce. WATCH

India Goes Big At UN: Jaishankar Pushes India-eu Trade, Defence & Tech Ties

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 22:10:00 +0530

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has stepped up India’s diplomatic outreach at the United Nations General Assembly, holding a series of high-level meetings focused on trade, technology, climate action, energy, defence, connectivity and wider geopolitical challenges. Jaishankar’s engagements with European partners including the Netherlands, Finland and Slovenia put India-EU cooperation, the proposed India-EU FTA, manufacturing, energy and defence ties in focus. Discussions also covered the Ukraine conflict, technological challenges and commitments linked to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s international engagements.

Israeli Army raid in West Bank: 12-metre underground shafts found in Qalqilya; M16, guns seized

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 21:55:23 +0530

A major Israeli security operation in Qalqilya in the northern West Bank has uncovered two underground shafts, weapons and ammunition, according to the IDF. The Yahalom unit took part in the operation, with the IDF saying the shafts were approximately 12 metres deep. Security forces seized an M16 rifle, firearms, magazines and a large quantity of ammunition. Mobile phones, a digital video recorder and chemical fertilizer were also reportedly found near the shafts.

CEC Gyanesh Kumar row rocks India: Rahul Gandhi attacks Modi govt with ‘Vote Chori’ charge

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 21:36:31 +0530

A fresh political storm has erupted around Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar after a report revealed that Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi had raised objections on at least 14 occasions over 10 months on decisions linked to electoral-roll management and the Special Intensive Revision, or SIR. The Opposition is now preparing a fresh impeachment notice against Gyanesh Kumar in Parliament, with INDIA bloc parties working together on the move.

Delhi road horror chilling footage: WagonR flips after overtaking E-Rickshaw, passenger thrown out

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 21:35:57 +0530

A terrifying road crash in Delhi has been caught on dashcam, showing a Maruti Suzuki WagonR losing control near the Shakti Nagar roundabout and flipping across the road. The footage shows the WagonR overtaking an e-rickshaw before appearing to swerve as another e-rickshaw comes into its path. The car then crashes into the central divider and flips violently. The impact shatters the rear window, with a passenger thrown out of the vehicle. The passenger reportedly escapes without major injury.

India-Pakistan water war explodes at UNGA: Ishaq Dar raises Indus Treaty, Delhi hits back

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 21:35:16 +0530

India-Pakistan tensions flare again at the United Nations General Assembly as Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar raises the Indus Waters Treaty at an OIC Contact Group meeting in New York. Dar cites the recent arbitration ruling on the treaty and argues that India cannot unilaterally place the agreement in abeyance. India rejects that position, maintaining that the arbitration proceedings have no jurisdiction over India’s sovereign decision. New Delhi also pushes back against the OIC’s references to Jammu and Kashmir and says the grouping has no locus standi on matters internal to India.

Russia hammers Kyiv in shocking daylight drone barrage; Railways and Fuel stations hit

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 21:34:30 +0530

Kyiv has come under a major Russian drone barrage, with daylight attacks hitting parts of Ukraine’s capital and causing explosions, fires and thick black smoke over the city. Ukrainian officials said Russian drones struck critical and civilian infrastructure, including railway facilities, fuel stations, warehouses and other buildings. At least two people were reported killed and more than 20 injured in the Kyiv attack. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia used a large number of drones, including faster jet-powered drones that are harder to intercept.

Israel punctures Hamas funding network; finance chief killed in major Khan Younis strike

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 21:33:49 +0530

Israel says it has killed Muhammad Abu Alwan, whom the IDF and Shin Bet identified as the head of Hamas’s Finance Department, in a joint operation in Khan Younis, southern Gaza. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Israel Katz said the operation targeted Hamas’s financial network. Katz said Israel would continue targeting Hamas commanders, operatives and financial infrastructure while seeking to prevent the group from rebuilding its capabilities.

India can stop Russia-Ukraine war? Zelenskyy targets India-Russia ties at UNGA visit

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 21:33:10 +0530

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has put India-Russia energy ties under fresh international scrutiny, calling on India, China and Turkey to stop energy trade with Russia as a way to pressure Moscow to end the Russia-Ukraine war. Speaking to The Wall Street Journal on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, Zelenskyy argued that Russia depends heavily on energy sales to major buyers including India. He said cutting that trade could force Moscow to stop fighting.

Houthis’ big blow to Saudi Air Force: China-built drone Wing Loong II pounded over Taiz in Yemen

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 21:32:24 +0530

The Yemen conflict enters another dangerous phase as Houthi forces claim they shot down a Saudi Wing Loong II armed reconnaissance drone over the Al-Mokha area of Taiz Governorate. Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree said the Saudi-operated UAV was brought down using what he described as appropriate weapons. The Wing Loong II is a Chinese-built armed unmanned aerial vehicle used by Saudi Arabia for surveillance, reconnaissance and strike missions.

Houthi Drone Near Mecca? Saudi Claim Sparks OIC Outrage | Houthis Cry “Worn-out Lie”

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:26:25 +0530

Saudi Arabia has raised the alarm over an alleged Houthi drone that the Saudi-led coalition says was intercepted before reaching the restricted airspace around Mecca, triggering a sharp diplomatic and political reaction across the region. According to the coalition, the drone was heading toward Islam`s holiest city before it was shot down. The OIC condemned what it described as Houthi aggression against Saudi Arabia and alleged attacks targeting the Mecca and Madinah regions. The Houthis, however, have rejected the Saudi account. A Houthi Politburo member dismissed the allegation as a “worn-out lie” and denied that the drone was targeting Mecca, creating a direct dispute over what happened and where the alleged drone was headed. WATCH

Pakistan Pounds 10 Afghan Sites: “Precise, Calibrated” Strikes After Drone Attacks

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:43:00 +0530

Pakistan has launched fresh airstrikes on 10 sites in Afghanistan, saying the targets were linked to drone attacks and militant activity against Pakistan. The strikes come amid a sharp rise in tensions along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, following reported drone incursions, cross-border firing and a deadly militant attack in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. Pakistan says the latest strikes were “deliberate, precise, calibrated and limited” and focused on military and militant targets. Islamabad has linked the escalation to groups it identifies as Fitna-ul-Khawarij and TTP, while the Afghan Taliban has denied responsibility for attacks against Pakistan and rejected Islamabad’s accusations. Pakistan also said its forces recently shot down eight drones that entered its airspace from Afghanistan, with four intercepted near Torkham and four near Kohat. WATCH

Iran Blasts Trump At UN: US Delegation Walks Out Over “Annihilation” Threat

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:39:00 +0530

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has delivered a sharp message to the United States, rejecting President Donald Trump’s threats and accusing Washington of pursuing a “bullying mentality” against Tehran. Speaking at the United Nations, Pezeshkian said Iran would not surrender to US pressure or threats of “annihilation,” while maintaining that Tehran remains open to negotiations to resolve the conflict. Pezeshkian placed civilian casualties at the centre of Iran’s case against the United States, displaying photographs and referring to the deadly strike on a school in Minab. He accused the US of killing civilians during the conflict, while the US delegation walked out as the Iranian president began his address with a direct attack on Washington. WATCH

Van Hollen Attacks Netanyahu: “Chronic Liar” Over Mamdani, Gaza & West Bank

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:35:00 +0530

US Senator Chris Van Hollen has launched a fierce criticism of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after Netanyahu released a video targeting New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani ahead of his planned address to the United Nations General Assembly. Van Hollen accused Netanyahu of making false claims about Mamdani and described the Israeli prime minister as a “chronic liar”, while also invoking the International Criminal Court’s arrest warrant against Netanyahu over alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza. Israel has rejected the allegations and disputes the ICC’s jurisdiction. The Maryland senator also turned his criticism toward Israel’s conduct in Gaza and the occupied West Bank, alleging that Netanyahu’s government has failed to provide accountability over Americans killed in the West Bank. His remarks come amid an increasingly heated political confrontation surrounding Netanyahu’s visit to New York and his upcoming UN speech. WATCH

Iran Rages At Trump: US “Annihilation” Threat Called “Strategic Desperation”

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:35:00 +0530

US President Donald Trump has put Iran under renewed pressure, warning that Tehran faces a stark choice between reaching a deal and confronting an even more severe outcome. Speaking against the backdrop of the Iran conflict and mounting tensions in the West Asia, Trump reiterated that the United States will not allow Iran to acquire a nuclear weapon while accusing Tehran of delaying negotiations. Iran, however, has pushed back sharply against Trump`s warning, calling the reference to “annihilation” a sign of what it described as “strategic desperation.” Tehran`s response comes as diplomatic efforts remain uncertain, with both sides signalling that negotiations could still be possible while keeping the threat of further escalation alive. Trump has also suggested that Iran may be calculating around the US political calendar, including the midterm elections, while maintaining that Washington`s position on Iran`s nuclear programme remains unchanged. The contrasting messages highlight the increasingly complicated space between diplomacy, military pressure and the possibility of a wider regional conflict. WATCH

Viral UNGA Moment: Al-Sharaa Caught Scrolling Instagram During Erdogan’s Speech

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 13:20:00 +0530

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa was caught in a viral moment at the United Nations General Assembly after footage appeared to show him scrolling through Instagram Reels on his phone while Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan was addressing world leaders from the UNGA podium. The footage quickly spread across social media, with online users reacting to the unusual phone moment inside the General Assembly hall. Reports said al-Sharaa appeared to be scrolling and interacting with Instagram content, although the footage alone does not establish exactly what he was viewing or sharing. Meanwhile, French President Emmanuel Macron delivered a sharply worded UNGA address, challenging US President Donald Trump’s claims of having secured peace in Gaza. Macron pointed to the continued restrictions on humanitarian access and questioned whether diplomatic declarations had translated into meaningful changes on the ground. Reuters reported that Macron said no humanitarian corridor had been reopened despite the proclaimed peace. WATCH

Meloni’s Burqa Ban: Italy PM’s School Plan Sparks Culture War

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 12:13:19 +0530

Italy is heading into a fresh political and cultural debate over immigration, integration and religious symbols in schools after Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced plans to introduce new classroom rules. Meloni said her government will bring forward legislation to set a legal maximum on the number of foreign students in each class, while also banning burqas and niqabs in Italian schools. The proposal would additionally require parents of foreign students facing serious integration difficulties to learn Italian. The announcement has triggered a wider political argument over assimilation, religious freedom, national identity and the role of schools in integrating migrant families.

Erdogan’s Gaza Showdown At UN: Israeli Diplomats Walk Out Over Palestine Push

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 11:37:00 +0530

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan delivered a forceful address at the 81st United Nations General Assembly, sharply criticizing Israel over the Gaza war, the situation in the occupied West Bank and what he described as the international community’s failure to stop the escalating humanitarian crisis. The speech triggered a dramatic moment inside the UN hall as members of the Israeli delegation walked out while Erdogan was speaking. Palestinian representatives, meanwhile, applauded his remarks as the Turkish president called on countries that have not yet recognized Palestine to reconsider their position and urged greater international pressure on Israel. Erdogan also raised the absence of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, who was denied a US visa for the second consecutive year and addressed the UN through a video statement instead. During the address, Erdogan described the Gaza situation in some of the strongest language yet used in his UN speeches, accusing Israel of what he called a “genocidal mindset” and condemning the humanitarian conditions in Gaza. He also criticized settler violence in the West Bank and called for immediate efforts to rebuild Gaza, while urging countries to increase pressure on Israel. Erdogan`s remarks have added another major diplomatic confrontation to an already tense UNGA session. WATCH

Nok-Kundi Ambush Horror: 7 Pakistani Personnel Reportedly Killed In Balochistan

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 22:46:00 +0530

A Pakistani security convoy was reportedly ambushed in Balochistan’s Nok-Kundi area, with claims emerging that seven Pakistani personnel were killed in the attack. Reports circulating from the area say five bodies have been recovered, while two reportedly remain at the attack site amid security concerns. The incident comes amid a fresh wave of violence across Balochistan, where the BLA has claimed responsibility for a series of attacks targeting Pakistani security forces, military convoys and other state-linked targets. The group has claimed that 43 Pakistani military personnel and alleged state-backed militia members were killed in 13 operations carried out between September 7 and 13. These casualty figures have not been independently verified. The reported Nok-Kundi attack has also raised concerns over the recovery of the remaining bodies, with reports suggesting that an ambulance crew was reluctant to approach the site over fears of a possible second attack. Pakistani authorities have yet to publicly confirm the reported seven fatalities linked to this particular incident. WATCH

Trump’s explosive full speech at UN: US president heaps praises on himself, slams Iran, renames AI

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 22:27:00 +0530

US President Donald Trump delivered a forceful address at the United Nations General Assembly in New York on September 22, 2026, covering the Iran war, American trade policy, global security, artificial intelligence and the role of the United Nations. Trump defended US-Israeli military action against Iran and warned that he could “annihilate” Iran if a peace deal is not reached.