Category: International

Europe experienced a devastating heatwave during the final week of June, resulting in a sharp rise in fatalities across the continent. Between June 22 and June 28, an estimated 10,650 excess deaths were reported in 27 countries. More than 9,000 of those who died were aged 65 or older, making older adults the most vulnerable […]

A devastating fire broke out late Sunday night at a pub in Bangkok’s Chatuchak district, Thailand, claiming the lives of 27 people and injuring 63 others. Authorities reported that 22 of the injured are in critical condition. The blaze triggered widespread panic inside the crowded venue, forcing patrons to scramble for safety. In an attempt […]

A powerful explosion caused panic in the Syrian capital, Damascus, during the visit of French President Emmanuel Macron. The blast occurred near the hotel where the President was staying, prompting an immediate security response. Following the incident, authorities swiftly secured the area, launched an extensive search operation, and temporarily closed several major roads to ensure […]

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar began his six-day visit to the Gulf region with Qatar, where he held talks with Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani. The discussions focused on enhancing cooperation in key areas, including energy, trade, investment, security, and the broader strategic partnership between the two countries. Jaishankar […]

Defense cooperation between India and Singapore has gained fresh momentum with the deployment of an Indian Navy P-8I maritime surveillance aircraft at Singapore’s Paya Lebar Air Base. The move is expected to significantly enhance India’s monitoring capabilities over the Malacca Strait, one of the world’s most strategically important sea routes and a vital maritime corridor […]

According to a global public opinion survey, Indians’ trust in U.S. President Donald Trump and their overall perception of the United States have fallen to their lowest levels in the past 25 years. The survey found that 39% of Indian respondents expressed confidence in Trump, while Russian President Vladimir Putin received support from 51%. The […]

Beijing: Following a series of important agreements with Bangladesh, including cooperation on port development and the management of the Teesta River, China has stated that its partnership with Bangladesh is not intended to target any third country. The statement comes at a time when India is closely observing the evolving ties between Bangladesh and China. […]

Following a powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake that struck the Mindanao region of the Philippines on June 8, 2026, the sea retreated by approximately 200 meters, dramatically altering the appearance of the coastline. Areas that were once submerged under seawater are now exposed as dry land. This remarkable change has brought coral reefs, seagrass beds, and other […]

The United States has approved a defense assistance package worth approximately ₹4,000 crore to support the maintenance and operational readiness of India’s Apache attack helicopters and M777 ultra-light howitzer artillery systems. The proposed package is valued at around $482.2 million. The assistance will include spare parts, repair and maintenance services, technical training, field support, logistics […]

New Delhi: The prolonged tensions and conflict between the United States and Iran had a significant impact on global trade and supply chains. Amid these challenging circumstances, India accelerated its efforts to safeguard its economy by advancing a strategy focused on trade diversification. The country made notable progress toward finalizing a free trade agreement with […]