US President Donald Trump met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday to discuss a range of strategic issues, with the Iran nuclear deal emerging as a central topic of conversation. The meeting, held amid heightened regional tensions, underscored ongoing diplomatic efforts and disagreements surrounding Tehran’s nuclear programme and its broader military capabilities. Following the talks, Trump took to Truth Social to reiterate his administration’s position on nego

Syria and Saudi Arabia have signed a series of major economic and infrastructure agreements aimed at accelerating Syria’s post-war reconstruction and strengthening bilateral ties, marking one of the most significant rounds of cooperation between the two countries in recent years. Officials said the deals span aviation, telecommunications, energy, and development projects, with billions of dollars expected to flow into key sectors of the Syrian economy. The agreements include the l

India and the United States are moving closer to concluding what officials describe as a landmark trade agreement, with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar indicating that the final details are being worked out and an announcement could come soon. Speaking at the conclusion of his visit to Washington on February 5, Jaishankar said negotiations had reached an advanced stage and expressed confidence that the pact would usher in a new phase of cooperation between the two countries.

Russia has said it has not received any official confirmation from India that the country plans to halt purchases of Russian oil, a day after U.S. President Donald Trump claimed New Delhi agreed to scale back those imports as part of a new trade agreement with Washington. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that Moscow had yet to hear directly from Indian authorities regarding any change in energy flows. While acknowledging the evolving relationship between the United States a

The Lok Sabha session on Tuesday was thrown into chaos after Rahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition, attempted to refer to an article based on former Army chief M M Naravane’s unpublished memoir. The reference ignited a fierce confrontation between the opposition Congress and the ruling BJP, which ultimately led to the adjournment of the proceedings. The tension arose when Gandhi, speaking on the Motion of Thanks to the President’s address, insisted on citing an article he claimed was lin

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday welcomed a significant reduction in tariffs on Indian exports to the United States following an announcement by US President Donald Trump that the two countries had reached a bilateral trade agreement aimed at lowering reciprocal duties. Under the new arrangement, tariffs on Made in India products entering the US market will be reduced to 18%, marking a notable shift in trade relations between the two major economies. The agreement also provide

In a significant development affecting global trade and energy policy, United States President Donald Trump announced a bilateral trade agreement with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi following a direct telephone conversation on Monday. According to an official post shared by the US Ambassador to India on social media, the leaders discussed a range of strategic and economic issues, culminating in an accord that reduces key economic barriers between the two countries. In his publi

United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday expressed strong optimism about the future of India–US trade relations, indicating that discussions between the two countries were moving in a positive direction. Speaking about the ongoing trade negotiations, Trump highlighted his confidence that both sides would be able to arrive at a mutually beneficial agreement, underlining the importance of c

Global geopolitics is witnessing a major shift as India positions itself for what is being described as the “Mother of All Trade Deals” with the European Union. This development comes at a time when United States President Donald Trump has intensified tariff pressures and sanctions on several nations, including India. These aggressive trade policies have forced multiple global powers to rethink their economic alliances, creating fresh opportunities for India on the international stage.

A major global streaming company has revised the terms of its previously announced acquisition of a leading entertainment studio, converting the transaction into a full all-cash deal valued at approximately $82.7 billion. The amendment preserves the original per-share valuation while removing the stock component of the agreement, a move that underscores the intensifying competition and high stakes shaping the global media and streaming sector. The original agreement, announced in la

European Union lawmakers have decided to postpone the ratification of a recently concluded trade agreement with the United States following new tariff threats issued by President Donald Trump in connection with Greenland. The European Parliament, the bloc’s main political institution, had been scheduled to vote in the coming week on measures that would remove tariffs on selected US exports under the agreement. That plan has now been put on hold as tensions between Washington and several Eur

Netflix has officially amended its massive 83 billion dollar acquisition deal with Warner Bros Discovery, confirming that the transaction will now be executed entirely in cash. The announcement was made on January 20, 2026, marking a major shift in one of the largest media consolidation moves in Hollywood history. The revision signals Netflix’s confidence in its financial position and strengthens its strategic intent to secure full control over Warner Bros without involving stock or mixed p

The United States considers India its most essential international partner, US ambassador-designate Sergio Gor said on Monday, as Washington and New Delhi prepare to restart a new round of trade negotiations beginning Tuesday, January 12. Speaking at the US Embassy in New Delhi, Gor underlined the depth of the bilateral relationship and expressed confidence that both sides could overcome existing challenges to advance cooperation across multiple sectors. Gor, who also serves as Spec

The proposed India–US trade deal failed to materialise because Prime Minister Narendra Modi did not personally call US President Donald Trump, according to claims made by US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. Speaking on a podcast, Lutnick said the final step required to close the agreement was direct communication between the two leaders, which did not happen, leading to the collapse of the negotiations. Lutnick stated that the framework of the deal had been completed and was rea

Former White House physician and retired US Navy doctor Ronny Jackson has emerged as a central figure in negotiations that led to a $500 million mining and rare earths agreement between American and Pakistani entities, according to recent disclosures filed with the US Department of Justice. The filings, submitted under the Foreign Agents Registration Act, outline Jackson’s direct engagement with Pakistani officials and detail his involvement in shaping the deal at multiple stages.

Pakistan’s recent diplomatic and military outreach to Bangladesh has triggered fresh speculation about a potential defence agreement that could significantly reshape regional security dynamics in South Asia. Over the past few months, several senior Pakistani military officials, including the chairperson of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, the Navy chief, and ISI head Lt General Asim Malik, have made repeated visits to Dhaka. These developments come as Bangladesh’s interim leadership u

New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters has publicly criticised the recently concluded India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement, describing it as a low-quality deal that undermines New Zealand’s economic and labour interests. His remarks come just days after India and New Zealand announced the successful conclusion of FTA negotiations, which both governments claim could significantly boost bil

Warner Bros Discovery has officially rejected Paramount Skydance’s massive $108.4 billion hostile takeover bid, stating that the proposal lacked credible financial backing and posed serious risks to shareholders. In a regulatory filing addressed to investors, the company’s board made it clear that Paramount’s offer could not match the certainty, stability, and financial strength presented by Netflix’s competing merger proposal. According to the board, Paramount repeatedly cl