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UAE rejects Iran's 'direct involvement' claims in West Asia conflict, says allegations will not shake its "principled positions"

New Delhi, May 16 -- The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has strongly rejected allegations made by Iran accusing Abu Dhabi of being "directly involved" in aggression against Tehran during the recent confli... Read More


After petrol & diesel, edible oil prices touch Rs 200 amid Middle East uncertainty

Bhubaneswar, May 16 -- Amid growing instability due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, edible oil prices are witnessing a steady rise, raising concerns among traders and consumers alike in Od... Read More


Sindh removes austerity-related closing times for marketsPublished on: May 16, 2026 3:30 PM

Pakistan, May 16 -- The Sindh government has lifted austerity-related closing time restrictions for markets, shopping malls, restaurants, hotels and marriage halls, allowing businesses across the prov... Read More


Natalie Harp: 'Mystery blonde' on Trump China trip raises eyebrows as Melania stays back

India, May 16 -- President Donald Trump was accompanied by Natalie Harp, his executive assistant, during his visit to China where he met counterpart Xi Jinping. Along with Harp, others who flew out in... Read More


Putin to visit China for talks with Xi after Trump's Beijing trip

, May 16 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin will travel to China next week for a two-day visit to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping, the Kremlin said on Saturday. The visit, scheduled for May 19-20,... Read More


Israel and Lebanon extend ceasefire for 45 more daysPublished on: May 16, 2026 3:15 PM

Pakistan, May 16 -- Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend their existing ceasefire by 45 days following the conclusion of US-facilitated talks in Washington aimed at reducing hostilities and advanc... Read More


'Bee tornado' spotted near White House: 'Is this a biblical curse 2.0?'

India, May 16 -- A massive swarm of bees has descended on the White House North Lawn today. The swarm of bees gathered in the media area as some witnesses described the scene as a "bee tornado." Vide... Read More


NASA's Psyche spacecraft buzzing Mars on its way to a rare metal asteroid

New Delhi, May 16 -- A NASA spacecraft chasing a rare metal asteroid swings past Mars this week for a gravity boost, snapping thousands of pictures as practice for the main encounter in 2029. Named P... Read More


Russian President Putin to Visit China for Two-Day Talks

Afghanistan, May 16 -- Vladimir Putin will travel to China for a two-day visit next week at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, Chinese state media reported on Saturday. According to Xinh... Read More


Trump says Xi backs opening of Hormuz but warns Taiwan independence could trigger confrontation

Washington, May 16 -- US President Donald Trump said he held extensive and "very positive" discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping covering Taiwan, Iran, trade, artificial intelligence, and glob... Read More