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Omani co-pilot barred from flying before Flydubai cockpit incident: reports

The Omani co-pilot accused of attacking Indian Captain Smit Machar on Flydubai flight FZ1073 was reportedly removed from Oman Air flight training in 2024 over security concerns.

Kuwaiti oil tanker attacked in Hormuz, five Indians rescued safely

Five Indian nationals aboard the Kuwait-flagged crude oil tanker MT Kazimah III were safely rescued after a projectile attack in the Strait of Hormuz.

BAPS cleared in Eiffel Tower row, operations chief to resign

New details have emerged in the Eiffel Tower controversy involving a BAPS delegation, women employees, an internal probe and the resignation of the operating company’s chief.

US Sends 9,000 Additional Troops to West Asia Amid Iran Tensions

The United States is sending about 9,000 additional troops to West Asia amid rising tensions with Iran, including sailors, Marines and another aircraft carrier.

Pakistan signs drone deal with company linked to Trump sons

Pakistan has signed an agreement with American drone technology company Powerus for unmanned aerial systems, with links to a firm in which Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump hold investments.

Netanyahu Says Flydubai Attack Suspect Had Alleged Radical Islamist Views

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said the accused Omani co-pilot in the Flydubai attack case was allegedly influenced by radical Islamist views.

Trump says Flydubai co-pilot’s possible Iran link under investigation after attack

An investigation continues into the alleged attack on Indian captain Smit Machhar aboard Flydubai flight FZ1073, as Donald Trump says a possible Iran link is being examined.

PM Modi praises pilot Smit Machhar’s bravery after Flydubai incident

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Flydubai Indian pilot Captain Smit Machhar for his bravery after a serious cockpit security incident on flight FZ1073.

Modi, Trump discuss India-US strategic partnership in September 30 phone call

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump spoke by phone on September 30, 2026, discussing India-US cooperation, trade, defence, energy and global security.

Pakistani Airstrikes Reported in Afghanistan, Nine Killed, 11 Others Injured

Reports say Pakistani aircraft carried out airstrikes in Afghanistan’s Kunar and Helmand provinces, killing nine people, including women and children, and injuring 11 others.

US conducts underground experiment to better detect low-yield nuclear blasts

The United States conducted a non-nuclear underground high-explosive experiment at the Nevada National Security Site to improve detection of low-yield nuclear blasts.

Flydubai captain lands safely after alleged cockpit knife attack by co-pilot

A Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv made an emergency landing in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, after an alleged cockpit knife attack on Captain Smit Machhar.

Fatima Mansouri Named Morocco’s First Woman Prime Minister by King

King Mohammed VI has appointed Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri as Morocco’s first woman prime minister, tasking her with forming a new government.

Kim Yo Jong warns South Korea of retaliation if fired upon

Kim Yo Jong, sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, warned South Korea of immediate retaliation if live fire is used against North Korean soldiers near the border.

Eiffel Tower chief to step down amid delegation visit row

Jean-François Martins, linked to the operation of the Eiffel Tower, is preparing to step down as controversy emerges over a Hindu delegation’s visit.

Two Indians accused in US of selling fake Ozempic drugs

Two Indian nationals have been accused in the US of trafficking and selling counterfeit Ozempic allegedly sourced from China. If convicted, each could face up to 71 years.

Trump calls AI ‘super intelligence’, meets six leading tech giants

US President Donald Trump met six top technology executives at the White House, called AI “super intelligence” and announced a voluntary safety agreement.

Tariffs made Essar’s planned US steel plant viable, Trump says

Essar Group’s US unit Mesabi Metallics plans a $15 billion Iowa steel plant, with Trump linking the investment to tariffs on foreign steel.

FBI lists Goldy Brar, announces ₹8.8 crore reward in US

The FBI has placed Goldy Brar on its Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list and announced a reward of up to $1 million for information leading to his arrest.

PoK protesters demand LoC fencing removed, routes to India reopened

Protesters in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir demanded removal of LoC fencing and reopening of old routes to India at a rally in Mandhol village.