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Donald Trump reportedly urged Ukraine to concede the Donbas to Russia during tense meetings with President Zelenskyy, dismissing maps showing front-line realities. His transactional approach contrasts sharply with Ukraine’s view of territory as sacred, hard-fought land, not negotiable real estate

Nepal celebrated New Year 1146 on Wednesday according to the indigenous Nepal Sambat calendar, with cultural events and Mha Puja rituals. Vice President Yadav extended wishes, as the government announced plans to print Nepal Sambat dates on national banknotes

MPs are urging the UK government to formally strip Prince Andrew of his titles amid renewed scrutiny over his Epstein links. While Andrew has ceased using titles, legal action via Parliament or royal decree remains the only route for permanent removal

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella’s total compensation surged to $96.5 million in FY25 — his highest since taking over in 2014. The jump reflects Microsoft’s AI-led growth, with about 90% of his pay coming from company shares tied to performance.

The Congress attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi after US President Donald Trump again claimed India is cutting oil imports from Russia. Jairam Ramesh said this was the fourth time Trump had announced India’s policy, quipping that “while Modi conceals, Trump reveals.”

North Korea launched multiple short-range ballistic missiles toward the east on Wednesday, its first such tests in five months. The launches come days before the APEC summit in South Korea, raising tensions amid renewed US-North Korea diplomatic uncertainty.

US President Donald Trump spoke with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to extend Diwali greetings. Modi thanked Trump on X, expressing hope that the two democracies continue to “illuminate the world with hope” and stand united against terrorism amid ongoing trade tensions.

Virginia Giuffre’s memoir ‘Nobody’s Girl’, released posthumously, has reignited scrutiny over Prince Andrew’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Detailing alleged abuse and palace attempts to silence her, the book has triggered renewed outrage and calls to strip the royal of his remaining titles

Lakshya Sen was eliminated in the first round of the French Open Super 750 after losing 7-21, 16-21 to Ireland's Nhat Nguyen. However, Rohan Kapoor and Ruthvika Shivani Gadde secured a 21-12, 21-19 win in mixed doubles

South Africa defeated Pakistan by 150 runs in a rain-affected Women’s World Cup match, with Marizanne Kapp’s all-round performance and Laura Wolvaardt’s 90 leading the way. Pakistan was set a DLS target of 234, but could only manage 83/7

India’s senior women’s team fell to a 0-2 defeat against IR Iran in their opening match of the Tri-Nation Women's International Friendlies. Two second-half goals from Sara Didar handed the visitors a deserved win. India’s next match is against Nepal on October 27

Kochi Blue Spikers ended their campaign with a 3-1 win over Ahmedabad Defenders in the RR Kabel Prime Volleyball League. Erin Varghese was named Player of the Match, and the result did not impact Ahmedabad's semi-final qualification

IM Artem Lutsko of Ukraine won the Brilliant Trophy Open online chess tournament with a perfect score of 12 points from 12 rounds. A. Viswaa and Ujan Alex secured second and third places with 10 points each

At the upcoming COP30 in Belém, Brazil, the goal remains the same: to tackle rising temperatures and emissions

Belize signed a controversial “safe third country” agreement with the U.S., allowing certain asylum seekers to be transferred there. Critics in Belize's parliament decry lack of transparency and potential risks to sovereignty, security, and humanitarian standards. Senate ratification is pending

Sanae Takaichi became Japan’s first female Prime Minister after being elected by the Upper House. A former TV anchor and long-serving LDP politician, she now faces the challenge of uniting a divided party and restoring public confidence amid economic pressures.

Ana de Armas calls Tom Cruise a dear friend and mentor, denying dating rumors. She champions original female-led action films over gender-swapped roles, promoting *Ballerina* at CinemaCon, and reflects on her standout Bond role as Paloma in 'No Time to Die'

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol skipped his second martial law-related trial for the third straight session. The Seoul court proceeded without him as witnesses testified about his alleged abuse of power and obstruction of detention during the failed martial law attempt.

Rahul Ghosalya, a 22-year-old MBBS student from Rajasthan studying in Kazakhstan, was airlifted to Jaipur after suffering a brain stroke. Now admitted to SMS Hospital’s ICU, his evacuation was made possible after appeals by his family and social groups.

The US Department of Homeland Security has clarified that the new $100,000 H-1B visa fee applies only to first-time applicants outside the US, exempting current visa holders and those seeking extensions or status changes.

Former US President Joe Biden, 82, has completed radiation therapy for an aggressive form of prostate cancer diagnosed earlier this year. His post-office team said the cancer, with a high Gleason score, had spread to his bones.

US President Donald Trump said he expects a “fantastic” trade deal with Chinese leader Xi Jinping amid rising tensions over rare earth exports. Trump confirmed plans to meet Xi at the APEC summit, despite threats of new 100% tariffs.

Twenty-three Indian crew members aboard MV Falcon were rescued after an explosion and fire off Yemen’s coast. The Cameroon-flagged LPG tanker was escorted to Djibouti, while two crew members remain missing. EUNAVFOR ASPIDES coordinated the successful search-and-rescue operation