World News: Global Headlines Today

Systemic collapse in Bangladesh justice delivery leaves rape survivors without redress: Report

IANS | May 23, 2026 8:35 PM

Dhaka, May 23 (IANS) The failure of rape trials in Bangladesh reflects a broader systemic collapse across the entire judicial chain rather than a single flaw. From the filing of the initial complaint to the final stages of cross-examination, the survivor often confronts institutional incompetence and political interference, a report has detailed.

Pakistan’s neutrality claim under scrutiny amid reports of secret defence commitments to Saudi Arabia

IANS | May 23, 2026 8:22 PM

Male, May 23 (IANS) While Pakistan hosted high-stakes negotiations between American envoys and Iranian diplomats in April this year amid the unrest in West Asia, Riyadh publicly announced the arrival of Pakistani military forces and aircraft at King Abdulaziz Air Base in Saudi Arabia under the terms of a defence agreement.

China seen as ‘predatory power’ in emerging global landscape: Report

IANS | May 23, 2026 8:19 PM

Brussels, May 23 (IANS) China is not merely a competitor but a “predatory power” in the international system that has “mastered the art of winning” without direct confrontation. While Western countries have spent decades focused on “globalisation” and “liberal reform”, Beijing has benefited from the gradual shift of the West’s industrial base to its own economy, a report mentioned.

Pakistan’s bid for Muslim world leadership under strain amid economic and political crisis: Report

IANS | May 23, 2026 8:17 PM

Lisbon, May 23 (IANS) Pakistan's government and media have attempted to project the country as a link between the Muslim world and the West, alongside renewed aspirations to position itself as a leading voice of the global Muslim community. Yet serious doubts remain about how far a state marked by economic underdevelopment, governance challenges, and strained public welfare systems can effectively claim such leadership.

India’s rise as great world power echoed in Oslo summit

IANS | May 23, 2026 8:13 PM

Oslo/New Delhi, May 23 (IANS) The recent third India–Nordic Summit in Norway underscored India's standing as a great power in 2026 and how the nation is actively shaping coalitions, setting international agendas.

Khalistan-linked activities tarnishing global image of Sikh community: Report

IANS | May 23, 2026 8:08 PM

Ottawa, May 23 (IANS) Khalistan-linked activities over the years have tarnished the positive image of the Sikh community globally. The violent demonstrations overseas, anti-India slogans, aggressive protests outside religious places, and separatist campaigns by extremist elements fuelled widespread controversy across the world, a report has highlighted.

Rise in Mpox cases in Pakistan signals strain on public health care infrastructure

IANS | May 23, 2026 8:04 PM

Male, May 23 (IANS) The rising mpox cases have exposed weaknesses in Pakistan’s healthcare system, raising concerns about the capacity of existing public health mechanisms to respond effectively, a report has said.

Pakistan’s education system fuels extremist ideological narrative: Report

IANS | May 23, 2026 7:58 PM

Rome, May 23 (IANS) Pakistan’s education crisis exposes a deep governance failure, where official claims of combating extremism are undermined by allowing school materials and public narratives that reinforce the ideology sustaining it. For years, the education system in the country has remained a major concern among human rights advocates, minority representatives and education reformers, a report had detailed.

In meeting with PM Modi, Rubio emphasises US energy products can diversify India's energy supply

IANS | May 23, 2026 7:34 PM

Washington/New Delhi, May 23 (IANS) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, during his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Saturday, emphasised that the United States will not let Iran hold the global energy market hostage and affirmed that US energy products have the potential to diversify India’s energy supply, the US State Department has detailed.

India plays an 'important role', at cornerstone of US approach to Indo-Pacific: Rubio

IANS | May 23, 2026 7:09 PM

New Delhi, May 23 (IANS) Asserting that India-US partnership continues to deepen, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Saturday said that relationship with New Delhi remains at the cornerstone of Washington's approach to the Indo-Pacific and both countries will have some "exciting and new announcements" to make about the development and the strengthening of the relationship in the coming months.

INTERNATIONAL

Systemic collapse in Bangladesh justice delivery leaves rape survivors without redress: Report

Pakistan’s neutrality claim under scrutiny amid reports of secret defence commitments to Saudi Arabia

China seen as ‘predatory power’ in emerging global landscape: Report

Pakistan’s bid for Muslim world leadership under strain amid economic and political crisis: Report

India’s rise as great world power echoed in Oslo summit

Khalistan-linked activities tarnishing global image of Sikh community: Report

Rise in Mpox cases in Pakistan signals strain on public health care infrastructure

Pakistan’s education system fuels extremist ideological narrative: Report

In meeting with PM Modi, Rubio emphasises US energy products can diversify India's energy supply

India plays an 'important role', at cornerstone of US approach to Indo-Pacific: Rubio

LATEST NEWS

Jennifer Lopez says she has 'never thought' about life when her twins Max and Emme move out

Real Madrid’s record bid for Julian Alvarez rejected as Atletico stand firm

Bengal T20 League: Smashers Malda, Howrah Warriors script an easy win (Ld)

Jay-Z announces retrospective ‘Jay-Z 30’ shows in Paris, Los Angeles

World Yogasana Championships' success lays foundation for India’s Commonwealth Games 2030 preparation

T20 Mumbai League 2026: Bista, Attarde shine in Tigers’ 66-run win over Falcons

World Cup: Veteran goalkeeper Neuer back to full training ahead of Germany's opener against Curacao

Ebola cases in DR Congo, Uganda surpass 600 amid operational constraints: Africa CDC

Iran team allowed to enter U.S. day before World Cup matches, says Homeland Security

Raducanu storms into Queen's second round with dominant win over Blinkova