IRCC updates processing times for PR cards, visas, and work permits as demand pressures continue
Canada’s immigration department has announced fresh changes to processing times across several major application streams, affecting newcomers, temporary residents, and Canadians awaiting documentation. The update from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship…
Russia claims to have shot down 33 Ukrainian drones overnight as cross-border attacks intensify
Russia’s Defence Ministry announced on Wednesday that its air-defence units shot down 33 Ukrainian drones overnight, marking one of the largest reported waves of attempted strikes in recent weeks as…
IAF Tejas fighter jet crashes during Dubai Air Show; pilot killed in tragic accident
An Indian Air Force Tejas fighter jet crashed during a high-profile aerial display at the Dubai Air Show on Tuesday, killing the pilot and sending shockwaves through India’s defence community…
Canada hosts first G7 Rapid Response Mechanism academy to combat digital transnational repression
Global Affairs Canada has announced the successful completion of the first-ever G7 Rapid Response Mechanism (RRM) Digital Transnational Repression Detection Academy, held in Toronto from October 27 to 31, 2025.…
Nitish Kumar set to be sworn in as Bihar Chief Minister for a record 10th time on November 20, ceremony to be attended by PM Modi
Bihar is preparing for a landmark political moment as Nitish Kumar is set to take oath as Chief Minister for a record 10th time on November 20, marking one of…
U.S. approves $700 million air-defence missile sale to Taiwan, signaling strengthened security cooperation
The United States has confirmed the approval of a $700 million sale of an air-defence missile system to Taiwan, a move expected to deepen military cooperation at a time of…
Budget 2025 aims to empower Canadians with new opportunities, better careers, and lower living costs
The federal government says Budget 2025 marks one of its most ambitious pushes to strengthen economic mobility and ease financial pressures for Canadians, outlining major investments designed to open new…
India–China ties show “significant improvement” over the past year, says Army Chief General Dwivedi
Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi said on Monday that India–China relations have improved considerably over the last year, signalling a gradual easing of tensions after a prolonged period of military…
Trump’s ‘Spear of the South’ raises fears of intervention as Venezuela braces for U.S. military moves
The United States has triggered regional alarm after announcing Operation “Spear of the South”, a sweeping new campaign targeting what Washington calls “narco-terrorists” and “cartel head Nicolas Maduro.” The move,…
Carney travels to UAE as questions grow over Gulf ties to Sudan conflict; Abu Dhabi denies backing paramilitary forces
Prime Minister Mark Carney is travelling to the United Arab Emirates this week for high-level talks, a visit that comes at a sensitive moment as international pressure builds over alleged…