Canada discontinues SDS visa programme: What it means for Indian students

New Delhi (IANS) In a significant development having far-reaching implications for Indian students, Canada has announced the discontinuation of its Student Direct Stream (SDS) visa programme. The SDS is a key pathway for international students seeking…

Putin says ready to speak with 'courageous' Trump

Moscow (IANS) Russian President Vladimir Putin has congratulated Donald Trump on winning the US election, saying that he was ready to speak with the "courageous" incoming US President. 

In his first public comment on the outcome of the US polls,…

Kamchatka volcano becomes dangerous after three eruptions

Vladivostok (IANS) The Shiveluch volcano on Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula erupted three times in the past 24 hours, prompting scientists to warn of heightened volcanic danger, local media reported on Friday. 

One of the eruptions was particularly…

Putin heaps praise on PM Modi, insists India now among great powers of world

Moscow (IANS) Russian President Vladimir Putin has once again showered praise on India's rapid rise under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, insisting it is high time that Russia's "natural partner and ally for decades" is included among the "great…

Inability to provide minimum security: India cancels consular camps in Toronto

Toronto (IANS) The Consulate General of India in Toronto has cancelled several consular camps, initially planned to issue life certificates to Indian pensioners, due to security agencies' inability to provide minimum protection amid recent violence…

Mount Marapi in Indonesia's West Sumatra erupts

Jakarta (IANS) Mount Marapi in Indonesia's West Sumatra province erupted on Thursday morning, sending a column of ash up to 800 metres into the air, according to the Volcanology and Geological Disaster Mitigation Centre. 

The eruption occurred…

Pakistan: Three-year-old approaches court as Lahore remains world's most polluted city

Lahore (IANS) A three-year-old girl has filed a petition against the local government in Pakistan's Punjab as the province, especially its capital Lahore, continues to reel under the severe impact of smog, keeping the air quality in an extremely…

US Election: Trump clinches win in three swing states

Washington (IANS) Republican candidate Donald Trump has clinched three out of seven key swing states and is leading in three others, giving him a critical advantage over Democrat Kamala Harris in the closely watched US presidential election, according…

PM Modi congratulates 'friend' Donald Trump, says let’s work together for betterment of people, global peace

New Delhi (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday afternoon congratulated Donald Trump on his victory in the US presidential elections, asserting that he is looking forward to renewing collaboration with the 78-year-old leader to further…

We made history, this will be golden age for America: Trump after declaring victory

New York (IANS) “We made history”, Donald Trump said on Wednesday declaring victory in the presidential election, staging a comeback against all odds.

"This will truly be the golden age of America. That's why this is a magnificent victory…