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Russia kills eight in strikes on Ukraine as Trump meets Zelenskiy

Attacks target fuel, energy sector, port infrastructure as Moscow, Kyiv trade long-range strikes A firefighter works at the site of a business centre hit by a Russian drone strike, amid Russia’s attack on Ukraine in Kyiv, Ukraine, September 23, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Russia killed eight people in strikes on Ukraine’s industrial heartland and other frontline … Read more

Kartik Aaryan wins first National Film Award for ‘Chandu Champion’

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Indian actor credits parents’ blessings, support as constant anchor, dedicates honour to country’s Paralympians Indian actor Kartik Aaryan won his first National Film Award, receiving the Best Actor in a Leading Role honour for his performance in Chandu Champion. In a lengthy note shared on Instagram, Aaryan reflected on growing up in Gwalior as a … Read more

Lt Gen (retd) Nauman Mahmood appointed first secretary general of Makkah pact

The secretary general will lead the general secretariat of the alliance being established in Riyadh: FO Lt Gen (retd) Nauman Mahmood. Photo: File The government on Wednesday appointed Lieutenant General Nauman Mahmood, Hilal-e-Imtiaz (Military), as the first Secretary General of the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement (MJDA), according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In a … Read more

UK prime minister vows not to stand by as ‘horrific suffering continues to grow’ in Gaza, West Bank

Burnham defends sanctions on Israeli settlements in West Bank, terms two-state solution ‘best hope for peace’ British Prime Minister Andy Burnham addresses the 81st United Nations General Assembly at UN headquarters in New York City, US, September 22, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Britain’s prime minister vowed Tuesday not to stand by as “horrific suffering” continues to … Read more