US President Donald Trump received a royal welcome in Japan on Monday, marking the beginning of a major diplomatic visit focused on strengthening relations between Washington and Tokyo. Upon his arrival in Tokyo, Trump was greeted by Japanese officials before proceeding to meet Emperor Naruhito at the Imperial Palace. The ceremony was conducted with traditional formality, symbolizing the respect and deep ties that have defined the United States–Japan partnership for decades. Followi

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced on Sunday, October 26, that Russia had successfully completed the final test of its Burevestnik nuclear-powered cruise missile, a weapon Moscow describes as having an “unlimited range.” The missile, often referred to as the “Flying Chernobyl” due to its nuclear propulsion system, has been a subject of intense global scrutiny since its development was first disclosed in 2018. Putin called the weapon a “unique creation that no other

Islamist groups in Bangladesh are mobilising for a massive rally in Dhaka on November 15, demanding that the Ahmadiyya Muslim community be officially declared “non-Muslim,” following Pakistan’s precedent. The rally, organised by the International Majlis Tahaffuz Khatme Nabuwwat and supported by Hefazat-e-Islam, has invited clerics from Pakistan, India, and Saudi Arabia, including leaders from Darul Uloom Deoband. The event has escalated fear within the small Ahmadiyya community, which n

India is set to launch Trishul 2025, a major military exercise off the coast of Gujarat beginning October 30, focusing on the Rann of Kutch and the Sir Creek region. The Army has deployed tanks, armed helicopters, and missile units, while the Navy has stationed frigates and destroyers, and the Air Force has sent Su-30MKIs and Rafales. The exercise covers a swathe of north-west Gujarat and parts of Rajasthan until November 10, amid rising tensions with Pakistan, which has expanded military inf

Amid heightened tensions in the Indo-Pacific, two separate US Navy aircraft — a helicopter and a fighter jet — crashed into the South China Sea on Sunday during routine operations. The incidents have reignited regional security concerns as the United States continues its strategic presence in the disputed waters, where China maintains sweeping territorial claims. According to a statement from the US Pacific Fleet, the first incident involved an MH-60R Seahawk helicopter assigned

India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has sharply criticised the United Nations, saying the global body has become increasingly ineffective and paralysed by internal divisions. Speaking in New Delhi at the release of a commemorative postage stamp marking the 80th anniversary of the United Nations, Jaishankar said the organisation’s decision-making has failed to reflect the realities of its membership or the priorities of the modern world. He emphasised that meaningful reforms are

United States President Donald Trump has once again defended his administration’s tariff policies, claiming that the strategy has played a major role in strengthening the U.S. economy and boosting the stock market. Since returning to office for his second term, Trump has emphasized a renewed focus on economic nationalism, arguing that countries trading with the United States must pay tariffs determined by the government to protect American interests. In his latest remarks, Trump a

Satellite imagery from US-based intelligence firms and open-source analysts has revealed a major new Chinese air-defence complex near the India border in Tibet’s Gar County. The facility, located roughly 65 km from the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and facing India’s Nyoma airfield, includes command buildings, vehicle sheds, radar positions, and hardened munition storage. The most notable feature is a cluster of covered missile launch positions believed to be equipped with retractable roof

In a major geopolitical development, Taliban-ruled Afghanistan has decided to restrict Pakistan’s access to cross-border river water by constructing a dam on the Kunar River. The directive came from Supreme Leader Mawlawi Hibatullah Akhundzada, who ordered the Ministry of Water and Energy to begin construction “as fast as possible.” This move comes just weeks after deadly border clashes between Afghanistan and Pakistan that claimed hundreds of lives and amid heightened tensions followin

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and the Shin Bet security agency have confirmed that eight Hamas terrorists involved in the October 7, 2023, attacks and abductions from the Nova music festival were killed in a series of targeted strikes in the Gaza Strip earlier this year. The announcement, made Thursday, comes weeks after two Israeli hostages, Avinatan Or and Eitan Mor, were released from Hamas captivity under a ceasefire agreement, and months after the rescue of Noa Argamani in a special ID

More than a century after its discovery transformed the study of ancient Egypt, the tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamun is facing its most serious threat yet. Archaeologists and geological experts have issued urgent warnings that the 3,300-year-old burial site in Luxor’s Valley of the Kings is showing signs of severe structural instability. The tomb, officially catalogued as KV62, was discovered by British archaeologist Howard Carter in 1922 and remains one of the most celebrated finds in

Saudi Arabia has officially abolished the long-standing Kafala system, a major labour reform hailed as a landmark shift for millions of migrant workers across the Gulf region. The decision marks a new chapter in the kingdom’s ongoing transformation under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s Vision 2030, an ambitious roadmap to modernize the economy, attract foreign investment, and improve the country’s global image. The Kafala system, which governed the relationship between empl

As the world watches the evolving dynamics of U.S.–China relations, former U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed confidence that a “fair trade deal” with Chinese President Xi Jinping could soon materialize during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit. Speaking ahead of the high-profile event, Trump described his relationship with Xi as “strong” and said he expects posit

Russia has rejected United States President Donald Trump’s recent demand for an immediate ceasefire in the ongoing war with Ukraine, reaffirming its long-held conditions for peace. The Kremlin’s latest response makes clear that Moscow’s stance on the conflict remains unchanged, despite renewed diplomatic overtures from the U.S. and European allies seeking to end the devastating two-year war. Speaking at a press briefing in Moscow, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov dismiss

Direct flights between Shanghai and New Delhi are set to resume from November 9 after a gap of nearly five years, marking a major step toward restoring travel and economic links between India and China. The airline operating the route has confirmed that ticket sales have already begun for the much-anticipated service, which is expected to benefit both business and leisure travelers. The decision follows a recent agreement between the two governments to normalize travel and trade connections, sig

Across the United States, thousands of people gathered on Saturday for large-scale “No Kings” protests to express discontent with the direction of the country under President Donald Trump. Demonstrators filled public squares and streets in major cities, calling for renewed commitment to democracy and denouncing what they described as growing authoritarian behavior in government. Supporters of the president, however, dismissed the demonstrations as unpatriotic, labeling them as “hate rallie

Hamas has announced that it will hand over the bodies of two more Israeli hostages as part of the ongoing ceasefire deal with Israel. The group’s military wing stated that the bodies will be transferred at 10:00 PM local time after being recovered in the Gaza Strip earlier in the day. This development comes amid rising tensions following Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s decision to close the Rafah Crossing indefinitely, citing Hamas’s failure to fulfill its obligations under the

Washington — U.S. President Donald Trump reiterated on Friday that India will no longer buy oil from Russia, asserting that the South Asian nation has already begun reducing its dependence on Moscow’s energy supplies. Speaking at the White House during a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Trump said the move reflects a broader international effort to isolate Russia economically over its invasion of Ukraine. “India will not be buying oil from Russia,” Trump

Washington — In a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House on Friday, U.S. President Donald Trump characterized the idea of supplying Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine as premature, stating that diplomatic avenues toward peace with Russia should be exhausted first. The meeting follows a lengthy phone call Trump held with Russian President Vladimir Putin, and precedes a planned Trump–Putin summit in Budapest. Zelenskyy arrived in Washington on Fri

India is once again at the center of global diplomatic attention after former U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had agreed to halt Russian oil imports. The Indian government swiftly denied the statement, emphasizing that its energy decisions are made independently and based solely on national interest. This move highlights New Delhi’s determination to maintain strategic autonomy amid increasing international pressure. Over the past two years