As he nears his 90th birthday on July 6, 2025, the Dalai Lama has made a significant announcement regarding the future of the Dalai Lama institution, ensuring its continuity after his death. The statement, released ahead of his milestone birthday, is poised to have a profound impact on his followers and the Tibetan community globally. The Dalai Lama, who is regarded by Tibetans as the 14th reincarnation of the Dalai

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has signaled that the long-awaited trade agreement between India and the United States may soon be finalized, as both nations appear to be in the advanced stages of negotiations. Speaking at an event in New York, Jaishankar highlighted the complexity of the talks, acknowledging that reaching a deal requires flexibility and compromise on both sides. While noting the progress made, he emphasized the importance of patience in what he described as a very det

China has acknowledged that the longstanding border dispute with India remains "complicated" and will require time to resolve. However, the Chinese Foreign Ministry expressed readiness to engage in discussions on delimiting the border and maintaining peace in the border areas. This statement came in response to remarks made by Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh during his meeting with Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun in Qingdao on June 26, 2025,

Grand Ayatollah Naser Makarem Shirazi, one of Iran's most senior religious authorities, has issued a powerful fatwa condemning any threats against the nation's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and other top Shia clerics. The religious ruling, delivered in Arabic and widely circulated in Iran’s clerical and political circles, firmly states that such threats are not only unlawful but are considered a serious religious offense. The fatwa emphasizes that protecting the leadersh

US President Donald Trump issued a sharp warning to Iran on Friday, asserting on his Truth Social platform that he had personally intervened to prevent the assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. In the same message, Trump accused the Iranian leader of ingratitude and threatened renewed airstrikes if Iran made progress in developing military-grade nuclear capabilities. The remarks followed an already tense geopolitical atmosphere, as Iran prepared to hold a state

Warren Buffett, one of the world’s most renowned philanthropists, made his largest annual donation on Friday, June 27, 2025. The donation of approximately US$6 billion in Berkshire Hathaway stock was distributed to the Gates Foundation and four family charities. This marks Buffett’s biggest contribution since he began giving away his fortune nearly two decades ago. With this donation, his total charitable giving has surpassed US$60 billion, reflecting

Tulsi Gabbard, currently serving as the United States Director of National Intelligence, has voiced strong support for President Donald Trump’s assertions regarding the recent military strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. Amid ongoing speculation about the effectiveness of the operation, Gabbard publicly affirmed that intelligence assessments now confirm the destruction of Iran’s most critical nuclear infrastructure. In a recent online statement, Gabbard echoed Trump

US President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Iran, cautioning the nation against any attempts to revive its nuclear enrichment program. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump asserted that Iran “will not enrich,” adding that “the last thing they want to do is enrich.” In his statement, he emphasized that Iran would not be able to produce nuclear weapons any time soon and dismissed claims that Iran had successfully removed uranium from key nuclear

  In a significant development after days of escalating conflict, Israel has officially agreed to a bilateral ceasefire proposed by former US President Donald Trump. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office issued a statement early this morning confirming that the Israeli government would comply with the ceasefire agreement in light of what it described as the successful achievement of its objectives related to the recent military strikes on Iran’s nuclear

A missile strike launched by Iran on a US military base in Qatar has triggered widespread panic in Doha, the capital city, sending shockwaves across the region. A video showing chaos inside a popular shopping mall as explosions echoed nearby has gone viral, highlighting the intense fear and confusion experienced by civilians during the attack. The incident occurred on Monday when Iran fired ballistic missiles targeting Al Udeid Air Base, which houses American military personnel. T

  Following a series of aggressive airstrikes by the United States targeting Iran’s key nuclear sites, President Donald Trump declared the missions a major success, claiming that the Islamic Republic’s core enrichment facilities had been “completely and fully obliterated.” The American operation, conducted over the weekend, involved B-2 bombers and Tomahawk cruise missiles and focused on deeply buried nuclear locations including Fordow, Natanz, and Isfah

Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, Air India has suspended all flights over the Gulf region following a missile strike by Iran on the US air base in Doha, Qatar. The national carrier also halted operations to and from the East Coast of North America and Europe, citing safety concerns due to the restricted airspace and regional instability. In a late-night statement, Air India confirmed the cancellation of

  A fragile and tense ceasefire may be emerging in the Middle East after days of intense military escalation between Iran, Israel, and the United States. Hours after Iran launched missiles targeting the US Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, President Donald Trump announced on social media that both Iran and Israel had agreed to a total ceasefire. However, neither Iran nor Israel officially confirmed the agreement through diplomatic channels. Iranian state media claimed that the Islami

In a dramatic escalation of tensions in the Middle East, Iran on Monday launched what its armed forces described as a “powerful and destructive missile strike” targeting the United States’ Al-Udeid Air Base located near Doha, the capital city of Qatar. The attack was a direct response to a recent U.S. military operation involving B-2 bombers and cruise missile strikes on Iranian nuclear development sites, carried out the previous Saturday. The Al-Udeid base is the largest Am

The United States government has taken urgent steps to safeguard its citizens and diplomatic personnel in response to rising tensions in the Middle East, particularly following its recent military strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. In anticipation of potential retaliation from Iran, the State Department has doubled the number of emergency evacuation flights available for American citizens wishing to depart from Israel. This move reflects growing concern over the rapidly deteriorating secu

The United Nations Security Council convened on Sunday for an emergency session to address the United States’ recent airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities. The meeting, called at Iran’s request, quickly turned into a tense diplomatic confrontation, with many member states voicing strong disapproval of the military action and warning of its potential consequences for regional and global stability. The strikes, carried out jointly by the United States and Isra

Washington DC residents are on high alert following overnight airstrikes launched by the United States targeting Iranian nuclear sites. The federal government has described the action as necessary to neutralize a growing threat, but it has ignited deep concerns locally, with many worried about possible retaliation and the broader implications of a potential regional conflict. The airstrikes mark a significant escalation in tensions with Iran, drawing sharp reactions both globally

The world is on edge as tensions between the United States, Israel, and Iran reach a new peak following the largest Western military action against the Islamic Republic since the 1979 revolution. In a dramatic escalation, the US joined Israel in launching precision strikes on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, targeting three critical facilities — Fordow, Isfahan, and Natanz. The most intense strike involved the deployment of 30,000-pound bunker-buster bombs on the mountainside above

President Donald Trump’s authorization of military strikes on three key Iranian nuclear sites has triggered strong reactions across the world. In a national address on Saturday night, Trump declared that the targeted nuclear enrichment facilities were “completely and totally obliterated,” warning that Iran must choose peace or face “far greater and a lot easier” future strikes. He called Iran “the bully of the Middle East” and framed the military acti

US President Donald Trump has described recent military strikes on Iranian nuclear sites as an act of "obliteration," even as official assessments continue to question the extent of the actual damage inflicted. The strikes, which targeted three major nuclear facilities in Iran early Sunday morning local time, have triggered a wave of scrutiny over how significantly Tehran’s nuclear program was impacted. Trump, however, insisted the damage was monumental and backed his claims w