Canada pledges $37.7M in aid to Lebanon as Israel-Hezbollah War deepens humanitarian crisis
Mar 13, 2026, at 03:43 am
Ottawa: Canada has announced more than $37.7 million in humanitarian assistance for Lebanon as civilians face growing hardship amid escalating hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah linked to the wider regional conflict involving Iran.
‘It was over in the first hour’: Trump declares victory in Iran war, says ‘nothing left to target’
Mar 12, 2026, at 11:32 am
Washington DC/IBNS: US President Donald Trump on Wednesday declared that the United States had effectively won the war against Iran, claiming there was “practically nothing left to target”, media reports said.
Canada moves to lower banking costs, caps NSF fees at $10
Mar 12, 2026, at 02:33 am
Ottawa: The Canadian government has introduced new rules capping non-sufficient funds (NSF) fees at $10, significantly lowering charges that can reach as high as $50, in a move aimed at reducing banking costs for consumers.
Canada announces $10M security boost for Jewish institutions amid rising antisemitic attacks
Mar 12, 2026, at 02:09 am
Ottawa: Canada announced up to $10 million in new funding to strengthen security at Jewish community institutions across the country as police investigate a series of gunfire incidents targeting synagogues in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
US Tomahawk military mistakenly struck Iranian school, killing more than 175: Report
Mar 12, 2026, at 12:45 am
A US Tomahawk missile strike on an elementary school in Minab, Iran, killed more than 175 people, mostly children, according to a report by the New York Times.
Canada and Ontario launch $228.8M program to support workers hit by global tariffs
Mar 11, 2026, at 12:29 am
Ottawa: Canada and Ontario have announced a $228.8 million initiative to help workers affected by global tariffs and shifting market conditions retrain and adapt to new employment opportunities.
Mar 11, 2026, at 12:21 am
US President Donald Trump has strongly criticised Iran’s decision to appoint Mojtaba Khamenei as the country’s new Supreme Leader, warning that he will not be able to “live in peace”.
Tuesday will be ‘most intense day’ of strikes on Iran: US Defence Secretary
Mar 10, 2026, at 09:06 pm
The United States has warned that Tuesday could see the most intense wave of attacks against Iran since the conflict began, as fighting between the US, Israel and Iran continues to escalate across the Middle East.
Take care of yourself, don’t be eliminated: Iran warns Trump
Mar 10, 2026, at 06:29 pm
Iranian senior official Ali Larijani on Tuesday issued a sharp warning to US President Donald Trump, hours after Trump threatened to strike Iran even harder if Tehran attempts to disrupt oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz.
Mar 10, 2026, at 03:06 pm
The United States Department of Justice on Monday charged two men for allegedly attempting to detonate improvised explosive devices near the residence of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani during a protest in Manhattan.
Bangladeshi national extradited from Malaysia to U.S. over global child abuse ring
Mar 10, 2026, at 12:01 pm
Washington DC/IBNS: A Bangladeshi national was returned to the United States as he faces charges of operating an international child sexual exploitation enterprise.
Trump administration labels Afghanistan ‘state sponsor of wrongful detention’
Mar 10, 2026, at 09:52 am
The US government has designated Afghanistan as a state sponsor of wrongful detention.
Trump threatens Iran with ‘20 times harder’ strike if oil flow through Strait of Hormuz is disrupted
Mar 10, 2026, at 09:09 am
US President Donald Trump on Monday warned that the United States would strike Iran “twenty times harder” if Tehran attempts to disrupt oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz.
Canada allows TikTok to operate Under strict data protection rules
Mar 10, 2026, at 05:20 am
Ottawa: Canada has allowed TikTok to operate in the country following a national security review, but with legally binding conditions aimed at strengthening data protection and safeguarding minors online.
Canada: Indian Consulate in Toronto marks International Women’s Day
Mar 10, 2026, at 04:35 am
Toronto: The Consulate General of India in Toronto celebrated International Women’s Day in partnership with the Elspeth Heyworth Centre for Women (EHCW), recognising women’s achievements while highlighting support systems available for Indian women in need.
Mar 10, 2026, at 12:29 am
An improvised explosive device (IED) was ignited and thrown outside the official residence of Zohran Mamdani, the mayor of New York City, during protests on Saturday, the New York Police Department (NYPD) has confirmed.
Blast near US Embassy in Oslo sparks security scare amid Middle East tensions
Mar 08, 2026, at 02:40 pm
An explosion occured close to the United States Embassy in Oslo early Sunday, according to media reports.
Donald Trump slams UK PM Keir Starmer as London weighs sending carriers to Middle East
Mar 08, 2026, at 12:15 pm
US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that Britain was giving “serious thought” to sending two aircraft carriers to the Middle East amid the war with Iran, but added that the United States no longer needed the support to win the conflict.
2 GTA synagogues hit by gunfire overnight; police ramp up presence
Mar 08, 2026, at 03:33 am
Police in parts of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) are investigating after shots were fired at two synagogues in North York and Vaughan overnight on March 6-7, 2026, as reported by CBC News.
‘Iran will be hit very hard’: Trump’s explosive warning after Tehran’s apology
Mar 07, 2026, at 05:35 pm
US President Donald Trump on Saturday lashed out at Iran, labelling Tehran the “loser of the Middle East,” hours after Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian apologised to neighbouring countries for attacks launched during Iran’s conflict with Israel and the United States.
Zohran Mamdani defends wife amid scrutiny over her 'support' for Palestinian cause
Mar 07, 2026, at 02:10 pm
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has defended his wife, Rama Duwaji, amid criticism over her social media activity related to the Palestinian cause following the October 7, 2023, attacks on Israel.
Iran conflict: White House says US could achieve ‘Operation Epic Fury’ objectives in 4–6 weeks
Mar 07, 2026, at 10:00 am
Karoline Leavitt, the White House press secretary, has said the United States could achieve its objectives in Operation Epic Fury against Iran within four to six weeks.
Who is Asif Merchant? Trump assassination plot by Iran-linked Pakistani foiled
Mar 07, 2026, at 09:04 am
A Pakistani man allegedly linked to Iran has been found guilty of plotting to assassinate US President Donald Trump, according to the United States Department of Justice.
Canada, Alberta propose ‘one project, one review’ framework to speed up infrastructure approvals
Mar 07, 2026, at 05:22 am
Ottawa: Canada and the province of Alberta have proposed a new co-operation agreement aimed at accelerating approvals for major infrastructure projects, part of Canada’s broader effort to diversify its economy and strengthen energy development.
Canada, Japan launch Comprehensive Strategic Partnership across defence, energy and technology
Mar 07, 2026, at 05:02 am
Tokyo: Canada and Japan have announced a sweeping Comprehensive Strategic Partnership aimed at strengthening cooperation in defence, energy, trade, and advanced technologies, following talks between Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in Tokyo on Friday.
Indian-origin influencer and Khalistan critic Nancy Grewal stabbed to death in Canada
Mar 06, 2026, at 04:09 am
A 45-year-old Indian-origin social media influencer and YouTuber, Nancy Grewal, was brutally stabbed to death at her home in LaSalle, Ontario, Canada, on March 3, 2026, prompting a homicide investigation by local police.
Canada and Australia deepen ties with defence, AI and clean energy agreements
Mar 06, 2026, at 03:11 am
Canberra: Canada and Australia agreed to deepen cooperation in defence, critical minerals, artificial intelligence and clean energy during Prime Minister Mark Carney’s first official visit to the country.
China eases tariffs on Canadian canola, seafood as Canada expands EV quota
Mar 05, 2026, at 03:23 am
Ottawa: China has suspended and reduced tariffs on key Canadian agricultural and seafood exports, while Canada has eased trade restrictions on Chinese electric vehicles and certain steel and aluminum products.
Canada backs Iran strikes 'with regret', urges de-escalation: Mark Carney
Mar 05, 2026, at 02:49 am
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that Canada supports US-Israeli strikes on Iran "with some regret", framing the conflict as a stark illustration of a fracturing international order.
Indo-American student among 3 killed in Texas bar shooting; FBI probes possible terror link
Mar 05, 2026, at 12:20 am
New details have emerged in the deadly shooting at a crowded bar in Austin, Texas, that left three people dead, including 21-year-old Indian-American student Savitha Shan, media reports said.