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Nikki Haley Urges US to Strengthen Ties with India Amid Tariff Tensions

Former US Ambassador Nikki Haley has cautioned the Trump administration to increase commercial tension with India, and emphasized the strategic importance of the US-India partnership in combating China's influence in Asia. In an opinion article co-written with Bill Draxel for Newsweek, Hele described the present moment...

Trump Imposes Tariffs on India to Pressure Russia

In a bold geopolitical play, the White House confirmed that U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed sweeping sanctions on India in the form of exorbitant tariffs to indirectly pressure Russia into ending the Ukraine conflict. According to Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, these tariffs serve as strategic "secondary pr...

Strikes, Not Trump: Tharoor Shifts the Peace Blame

When the dust of Operation Sindoor settled, many expected international players to claim credit—but not Shashi Tharoor. The senior Congress leader, with assured clarity, recently shut down U.S. President Donald Trump’s self-proclaimed role in brokering a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. Tharoor pointed...

Trump’s Whisper Hints at Putin’s Ceasefire Intentions

In a moment that sounded almost cinematic, U.S. President Donald Trump was caught on a hot mic whispering to French President Emmanuel Macron, “Putin wants to make a deal… for me.” The exchange, declaring Russia’s implied openness to a ceasefire, occurred just before a closed-door meeting at th...

“Bad Boy” Pakistan Returns to Trump’s Favor: Will It Last?

A striking diplomatic moment unfolded recently as the U.S. President warmly received Pakistan’s army chief in the Oval Office reviving an old friendship with newly strategic undertones. Dubbed the “bad boy” back in Trump’s good books, Islamabad now finds itself in a complex dance for deeper coop...

Pakistan’s Independence Day Turns from Celebration to Mourning: Three Killed, Dozens Injured in Aerial Firing

On the night of Independence Day in Karachi, reckless aerial firing resulted in the deaths of three people including a senior citizen and an 8-year-old girl while more than 60 others sustained gunshot injuries. The incidents were reported in various parts of the city, including Azizabad, Korangi, Lyari, and Baldia. Vi...

India Says “No” to Pakistan’s Nuclear Blackmail

India has reacted strictly to Pakistan's Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir's inflammatory statements in the US. Munir warned that if Pakistan is in danger of existence, it could destroy India and possibly "half world" with nuclear weapons. The accents and form of these statements were described by the Foreign Ministr...

Trade tensions: Trump says ignorance on US imports of Russian fertilizers

US President Donald Trump was pressed on India’s accusation that the United States is hypocritically importing Russian uranium, fertilisers, and chemicals, even as he criticises India for importing Russian oil. His reply was surprising: “I don’t know anything about it.” He explicitly stated he h...

Trump Threatens Higher Tariffs on India Over Russian Oil Profits

In recent remarks, former U.S. President Donald Trump accused India of profiting by buying discounted Russian oil and reselling it on the open market. He claimed that India’s actions disregard the human cost of the Ukraine war and, as a result, announced plans to raise tariffs on Indian exports starting August. S...

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U.S. stocks tumbled on Friday, August 1, 2025, with the S&P 500 posting its sharpest single-day percentage drop in over two months. Investor sentiment was shaken by new U.S. tariffs on several trading partners and a disappointing jobs report. Adding to the pressure, Amazon shares plunged 8.3% after its cloud unit, ...

U.S. Job Growth Slows Sharply Amid Trade Turmoil; Unemployment Rises to 4.2%

U.S. job growth has slowed sharply, reflecting growing concerns over the country’s economic future, as President Donald Trump’s unpredictable trade policies unsettle businesses. According to the Labor Department, only 73,000 jobs were added last month—far below the 1,15,000 expected. In addition, revi...

Schengen Visa to Go Fully Digital: No More Lengthy Paperwork & Traditional Visa Stickers

The Schengen visa to go fully digital era is coming. The European Union has declared that by 2028, traditional paper visa forms and passport stickers will be take place with encrypted 2D barcode visas, reducing paperwork and streamlining the process. This shift means applicants will complete the entire application...

Starbucks Ends Six‑Year Gen Z Experiment After Ending Gen Z Perks

In a surprising move, Starbucks has officially ended its six‑year Gen Z experiment, marking a shift away from Gen Z‑focused perks and promotions. According to CEO Brian Niccol, the coffee chain is scaling back convenience measures tailored to younger, friction-free experiences, and instead focusing on rebuilding tr...

U.S. Judge Blocks End of Temporary Protected Status for 60,000 Immigrants from Nepal, Honduras, and Nicaragua

A U.S. federal judge on July 31, 2025, blocked the Trump administration’s attempt to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for approximately 60,000 immigrants from Central America and Asia, including Nepal, Honduras, and Nicaragua. The ruling preserves the protections, which allow recipients to work and avoid depo...

Ukraine Signals Upcoming U.S. Action Against Russia After Zelenskyy’s Talks with EU Leaders

Ukraine has received encouraging indications from the White House suggesting forthcoming pressure on Russia, according to a senior Ukrainian official. Following President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s recent discussions with the leaders of the UK, France, Germany, and Italy, top presidential aide Andriy Yermak stated tha...

Will India also show strictness like China and Brazil on Trump's tariff war?

After former U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to impose a 25% tariff on India, the global trade community has been stirred. When countries like China and Brazil faced similar pressure, they responded strongly, forcing the U.S. to back down. Now the question arises—can India do the same? Trump claims that I...

Canada to Recognize Palestinian State at UN, Citing Urgency of Two-State Solution

On July 30, 2025, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that Canada plans to formally recognize a Palestinian state at the United Nations this September. He stated that the move is intended to help preserve the viability of a two-state solution. Carney emphasized that this recognition would be contingent on the...

Pakistan, U.S. Sign Historic Trade Deal to Develop Oil Reserves and Boost Economic Ties

On July 31, 2025, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed gratitude to U.S. President Donald Trump for a “historic” trade agreement between Islamabad and Washington, calling it a major step forward in bilateral relations. The deal, announced by Trump a day earlier, includes plans for the U....

Trump Calls India, Russia “Dead Economies” After New Tariffs; Warns Medvedev

A day after imposing a 25% tariff on Indian imports, along with an unspecified “penalty” for India’s defence and energy ties with Russia, U.S. President Donald Trump escalated his rhetoric, calling both India and Russia “dead economies.” In a post on Truth Social, Trump stated, *“I d...

Tsunami Explained | Why does the sea shake when an earthquake occurs? How do big waves arise and tsunamis are formed?

Tsunami Explained A powerful earthquake of magnitude 8.8 has struck the coastal region of Russia. Following this, tsunami warnings have been issued in several countries, including Japan, the United States, and Mexico. The effects of the waves have already begun to show in the coastal areas of Russia’s Kuril Isla...

From Turkey to Thailand, many countries including Russia have recently been hit by strong earthquakes

In Recent Weeks, Powerful Earthquakes Have Shaken Several Parts of the World In recent weeks, several countries around the world have experienced strong earthquakes, causing the earth to shake repeatedly. The most recent and powerful tremor was felt in Russia, where a massive 8.7-magnitude earthquake struck under the ...

Pakistan FM Says Trade Deal with U.S. Imminent, U.S. Silent on Timeline

On Friday, July 26, 2025, Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar stated that a trade agreement with the United States was likely to be finalized within days, though U.S. officials have not confirmed any such timeline. Speaking at the Atlantic Council in Washington, Dar said, “I believe we’re very close...

PM Modi Reaffirms Stronger India-Maldives Ties, Announces ₹4,850 Cr Credit Line

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his two-day visit to the Maldives, reaffirmed India's commitment to strengthening ties with the island nation, stating on Saturday, July 26, 2025, that India looks forward to further deepening its partnership. He met several prominent Maldivian leaders, including Vice-President Uz H...

Narendra Modi created a new record, now the second longest serving PM of the country

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has now become the second longest-serving Prime Minister of the country. He has left behind Indira Gandhi. Indira Gandhi was the Prime Minister of the country for 4077 days, while Modi has held this post for 4078 days till 25 July 2025. Before this, the longest tenure was of Pandit Jawahar...

Trump Hints at China Visit Amid Trade Easing and Renewed Diplomatic Push

U.S. President Donald Trump on July 22, 2025, suggested that a visit to China may take place in the near future, indicating a potential summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping aimed at resetting strained ties between the world’s two largest economies. Trump made the statement during a meeting with Philippine Pre...

Trump's Japan and Indonesia Trade Deals Signal Caution for India

U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcements on trade agreements with Japan and Indonesia could have major implications for future U.S.–India trade talks, according to officials and trade analysts. On July 22, 2025, Trump announced a “massive deal” with Japan, while the White House released deta...

US Envoy Steve Witkoff Heads to Europe for Gaza Ceasefire Talks with Israel and Qatar

U.S. President Donald Trump's Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, is set to visit Europe this week for discussions concerning the Israel-Gaza war and related regional matters, a U.S. official confirmed on Tuesday (July 22, 2025). Witkoff is expected to continue efforts toward securing a ceasefire in Gaza. According to Ax...

US Envoy Steve Witkoff Heads to Europe for Gaza Ceasefire Talks with Israel and Qatar

U.S. President Donald Trump's Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, is set to visit Europe this week for discussions concerning the Israel-Gaza war and related regional matters, a U.S. official confirmed on Tuesday (July 22, 2025). Witkoff is expected to continue efforts toward securing a ceasefire in Gaza. According to Ax...

China Criticizes U.S. Exit from UNESCO, Urges Global Support for Multilateralism

China expressed regret on Wednesday (July 23, 2025) over the United States' decision to withdraw from UNESCO, the United Nations’ cultural and educational agency. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun stated that such a move was not in line with the responsibilities of a major global power, adding that China h...

UK Partners with OpenAI to Boost AI Research and Infrastructure Investment

The UK government and OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at strengthening cooperation on AI safety research and potentially investing in the UK's AI infrastructure, including data centres, officials announced on Monday. Technology Secretary Peter Kyle emphasized AI's tra...

PM Modi Condoles Dhaka Air Crash Victims, Offers India’s Support to Bangladesh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, July 21, 2025, expressed deep sorrow over the tragic plane crash in Dhaka that claimed several lives. He conveyed India’s solidarity with Bangladesh and assured full support and assistance if needed. “Deeply shocked and saddened by the loss of lives, many of them...

Four Rameswaram Fishermen Arrested by Sri Lankan Navy for Alleged IMBL Violation

Four fishermen from Rameswaram were arrested and their trawler seized by the Sri Lankan Navy late on Monday, July 21, 2025. According to police sources, a total of 88 trawlers had set out to sea from Rameswaram that day. One of them, belonging to M. Muniyasamy, was intercepted by a Sri Lankan naval pat...

“No One Is Above the Law”: Trump Shares AI Video of Obama’s Arrest, Sparking Deepfake Debate

In a dramatic move that has set social media aflame, former U.S. President Donald Trump shared an AI-generated deepfake video showing ex-President Barack Obama being arrested by FBI agents in the Oval Office. The clip, ominously captioned “no one is above the law,” ends with Obama behind bars, an ar...

Gaza Civil Defence Reports 26 Killed in Israeli Strikes Near Aid Centres, Raising Humanitarian Alarm

In a deeply disturbing development, Gaza’s Civil Defence authority has confirmed that 26 people were killed after Israeli strikes hit areas near two humanitarian aid centres. The attacks took place late Thursday night in central Gaza, and eyewitnesses described scenes of panic as families rushed to find loved one...

China Backs US Terror Label on TRF, Calls for Joint Action After Pahalgam Attack

Foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian told reporters that China “opposes terrorism in all its forms” and views the US move against the Lashkar‑e‑Tayyiba proxy as “constructive.” The comment marked a moment of public alignment with Washington on an issue touching New Delhi. TRF had claimed ...

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