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‘Massive success’: Inspired by India’s Aadhaar, Starmer announces Brit card for UK citizens

Starmer has announced plans for a UK digital ID programme, the Brit Card, inspired by India’s Aadhaar system. Unlike Aadhaar, the Brit Card will not use biometric data and will initially focus on preventing illegal migrant employment.

Pakistan and Afghanistan hold peace talks in Doha after fierce border clashes

Afghanistan and Pakistan were holding peace talks in Doha on Saturday, both sides said, after the South Asia neighbours extended a ceasefire following a week of fierce border clashes.

At least 15 dead in bus crash in northeast Brazil

At least 15 people died in a road accident in northeast Brazil, police said Saturday.

China Eastern to revive Shanghai–Delhi flights from Nov 9, first Chinese carrier to resume services since 2020

China Eastern Airlines will resume direct flights between Shanghai and New Delhi from November 9, marking the first such service by a Chinese carrier since 2020. The move comes amid a gradual normalisation of India-China relations after years of disruptions and border tensions.

Trump–Kim Jong Un meeting on cards during US President's Asia tour next month: report

Trump is likely to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during his Asia visit next month, CNN reported. The meeting, however, has not been confirmed yet, with officials saying discussions are still at an early stage

US govt shutdown nears record length: What it means for workers, federal programmes and the economy

As the US federal government shutdown nears record length, millions of workers face furloughs, federal programs stall and economic growth slows. Experts weigh the implications for essential services, small businesses and national infrastructure.

French police arrest 4 suspects in plot against exiled Russian activist Osechkin

French police have arrested four men suspected of plotting against exiled Russian rights activist Vladimir Osechkin, who has exposed abuses in Russian prisons. Osechkin believes Russia’s security services are behind the plot, calling it a “special operation, sanctioned and financed from Moscow.”

Egypt set to lead global stabilisation force in Gaza amid post-conflict security efforts

Egypt is set to lead an international stabilisation force in Gaza, backed by the US and Europe, aiming to enforce security, manage disarmament and shift regional influence post-conflict.

Massive fire breaks out at Dhaka's Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, all flights suspended

A fire broke out at Dhaka’s Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport on Saturday afternoon, forcing a temporary halt to all flight operations, authorities said.

Hong Kong helps 4.5 million people worldwide through World Vision, aims to become global humanitarian hub

Hong Kong supported 4.5 million people globally last year through World Vision, despite cuts in government humanitarian funding

'Our land and resources...': Khawaja Asif asks Afghans in Pakistan to return 'homeland' amid rising tensions

Amid rising border clashes with the Afghan Taliban, Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said Islamabad can no longer maintain relations with Afghanistan as it did before. He asked Afghans living in Pakistan to return to their “homeland,” saying they now “have their own government."

Republican states activate National Guard ahead of 'No Kings' protest against Trump

Organisers say that at the last No Kings protest, held in June, more than five million people took to the streets to denounce Trump's political agenda. They say the upcoming protests are intended to challenge what they describe as Trump’s “authoritarianism”

Putin-Trump summit: Can the Russian leader travel to Hungary despite an ICC warrant?

Russian President Vladimir Putin is reportedly preparing to travel to Hungary to meet US President Donald Trump for talks aimed at ending the war in Ukraine. However, travelling outside of Russia, especially the EU, could mean a potential arrest for Putin, who faces a warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC)

'I understand Pakistan attacked': Trump says resolving Afghanistan conflict would be 'easy' for him

Trump on Friday said it would be “easy” for him to resolve the ongoing conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan, as tensions between the two neighbours continue despite an extended ceasefire.