Former Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe was arrested by the country's Criminal Investigation Department on Friday for allegedly "misusing government funds".

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Lord Swraj Paul, a well-known NRI industrialist, philanthropist, and founder of the Caparo Group, has passed away at the age of 94. 

In a major geopolitical twist, U.S. President Donald Trump is facing fresh scrutiny over claims that he may be indirectly benefiting from the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. As the conflict continues to dominate headlines, analysts are exam ...more

Israel’s Defence Minister Katz cautioned that Gaza City might be devastated to the same extent as Rafah and Beit Hanoun.

Ranil Wickremesinghe was taken into custody after being questioned about a September 2023 visit to London to attend a ceremony for his wife at a university.

Breaking news from Villanova University as an active shooter alert triggers mass panic across the campus. Authorities have launched an immediate investigation following reports of gunfire, leading to lockdowns and emergency responses. S ...more

Sharjah has inaugurated the Quran Mosque in Aljada, one of its largest mosques, led by H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi. Spanning 6,388 sqm and accommodating 3,000 worshippers, it features a column-free design, modern Islamic arch ...more

The ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict has taken a dramatic turn as Russian President Vladimir Putin’s recent strike on Ukraine sends a powerful anti-peace message, particularly aimed at the United States and former President Donald Trum ...more

The company plans to invest over $1 billion to boost production to 60,000 barrels per day (bpd) by the end of 2026, an executive involved in the project confirmed

SpaceX launched the secretive X-37B US military mini shuttle from Kennedy Space Center for its eighth mission. Watch video.

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The UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka has welcomed over three million visitors since opening in April, becoming one of the event’s most popular attractions. Showcasing the theme "Earth to Ether," it blends sustainability, innovation, an ...more

Hamas should disarm and release all Israeli hostages, Israel Katz says, as country prepares a massive attack on Gaza City.