Chinese Envoy to India Xu Feihong on Thursday accused the United States of behaving like a “bully” in global trade, saying Washington has long enjoyed the benefits of free trade but is now using tariffs as bargaining chips. Speaking at an event organised by the Chintan Research Foundation (CRF) in New Delhi, Xu stressed that…
India on Wednesday firmly rejected allegations made by Bangladesh’s Interim Government that members of the ousted Awami League were involved in “anti-Bangladesh” activities from Indian soil. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) described the accusations as “misplaced” and reiterated that New Delhi does not allow its territory to be used for political campaigns or activities…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held a telephone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, just days after the latter’s high-profile meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in Alaska. During the call, President Putin briefed Prime Minister Modi about the details of his discussions with Trump, which focused heavily on the ongoing Ukraine conflict and…
In a significant development in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has firmly rejected a proposal from Russian President Vladimir Putin, conveyed through former US President Donald Trump, to cede full control of the Donetsk region in exchange for freezing current front-line positions. The proposal was discussed during a private briefing following a…
Lebanon stands at a precarious crossroads as a U.S.-backed proposal to disarm Hezbollah, the powerful Iran-backed militant group, threatens to ignite tensions that could plunge the country into civil war. The plan, presented by U.S. envoy Tom Barrack, outlines a comprehensive strategy to neutralize Hezbollah’s military capabilities by the end of 2025, alongside an Israeli…
A serene pilgrimage route in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district turned into a scene of destruction and panic on August 14, 2025, when a massive cloudburst struck Chositi village between 12 noon and 1:00 pm. The sudden downpour unleashed ferocious flash floods that swept away homes, shops, and even security installations, leaving at least 46…
India and China are set to restart direct passenger flights as early as September 2025, ending a suspension that has lasted nearly five years. The move, reported by multiple sources, comes after months of quiet diplomatic coordination and is expected to be formally announced during or around the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit later this…
Islamabad/New Delhi – Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, General Asim Munir, has issued a series of provocative statements against India, raising concerns over heightened tensions in the already volatile South Asian region. His remarks include both nuclear warnings and threats to target critical Indian infrastructure projects. During his recent visit to the United States, Munir…
Kirill Dmitriev, Russia’s investment envoy, alleges that unnamed nations will attempt to sabotage the August 15 meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin through orchestrated provocations and disinformation. The summit, aimed at negotiating a ceasefire deal in the Ukraine conflict, has already provoked concerns among European and Ukrainian leaders regarding its…
US President Donald Trump on Friday warned of a ‘1929-style Great Depression’ if the court rules against tariffs. The US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, is set to pass judgment on Trump’s tariffs as a case involving business and states that have been harmed by tariffs sits on its docket. “Tariffs are having…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has proposed a plan to take full control of the Gaza Strip, a small region along the Mediterranean coast where over two million Palestinians live. This plan, discussed in a security cabinet meeting on August 7, 2025, aims to expand Israel’s military operations in Gaza to defeat Hamas, a Palestinian…
In a move that has rattled global markets and shaken diplomatic ties, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a sweeping 50% tariff on Indian imports. The decision, made through a new executive order, doubles down on an earlier 25% tariff and marks one of the harshest trade actions ever taken by the U.S. against India….
On August 5, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump escalated trade tensions with India, threatening to “substantially” increase tariffs on Indian imports within 24 hours. This follows his earlier imposition of a 25% tariff on Indian goods, effective August 1, and an unspecified penalty for India’s continued purchase of Russian oil. Trump’s remarks, made in a…
Laura Loomer, the polarizing far-right activist known for her aggressive social media presence and unwavering loyalty to Donald Trump, is claiming a growing role in shaping the personnel dynamics of the Trump administration — from the outside. In a recent interview with CNN, Loomer openly took credit for the ousting of several high-ranking officials, including…
In a life-changing moment of fortune, Sabuj, a Bangladeshi expatriate living in Dubai, has won the grand prize of Dh20 million in the Big Ticket Series 277 draw, held on August 3, 2025. His winning ticket, number 194560, brought immense joy not only to him but to the wider Bangladeshi community in the UAE, which…
The United States, under President Donald Trump, has announced a new tariff policy: Pakistan’s tariffs are cut from 29% to 19%, while India faces a 25% tariff increase. This change will affect the economies, exports, and regional power of both countries. Below is a simple explanation of how this impacts Pakistan and India. Effects on…
US President Donald Trump has announced sealing a trade deal with Pakistan and said that Washington will work with Islamabad to develop what he described as the South Asian nation’s “massive oil reserves”. It is not immediately clear what massive oil reserves in Pakistan Trump was referring to. In a social media post, the US…
On July 30, 2025, US President Donald Trump announced via his Truth Social platform that the United States will impose a 25% tariff on all goods imported from India, effective August 1, 2025. Additionally, India will face an unspecified “penalty” due to its continued purchases of Russian military equipment and energy resources, particularly oil, amidst…
Syria will hold parliamentary elections in September, the head of a body tasked with organizing the election process told state media Sunday. Mohammed Taha al-Ahmad, chairman of the Higher Committee for People’s Assembly Elections, told state news agency SANA that elections will take place between Sept. 15 and 20. They will be the first to…
In the wake of the devastating intelligence failures surrounding the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, which resulted in 1,200 deaths and 251 abductions, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have embarked on a significant overhaul of their intelligence training programs. The IDF’s Intelligence Directorate, known as AMAN, has introduced mandatory Arabic language and Islamic studies…