More than 250 passengers, including several Indian nationals, have been stranded for over 30 hours at Diyarbakir Airport in southeastern Turkey following an emergency landing by a Virgin Atlantic flight. The aircraft, operating under flight number VS358, had departed London’s Heathrow Airport at 11:40 a.m. local time on April 2 and was due to arrive in Mumbai at 1:40 a.m. IST on April 3. However, a medical emergency on board forced the aircraft to divert and land unexpectedly at Diyarba

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on a three-day diplomatic visit to Southeast Asia, beginning with Thailand where he is attending the 6th BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) Summit. Following his engagements in Thailand, PM Modi will travel to Sri Lanka to further deepen bilateral relations with the island nation. Upon his arrival in Thailand, PM Modi was warmly received by members of the Indian community, highlighting the strong c

President Donald Trump is scheduled to convene a pivotal meeting at the White House on Wednesday to deliberate the future of TikTok's operations in the United States. This gathering comes as the deadline approaches for the Chinese-owned app to divest its U.S. operations or face a potential ban. Vice President JD Vance, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, and National Security Adviser Michael Waltz are among the key

India is adopting a cautious and calculated approach to the impending announcement of U.S. President Donald Trump’s “reciprocal tariffs,” set to be revealed on April 2. Unlike many other major economies that have opted for more immediate reactions, India is choosing to assess the actual impact of these tariffs before determining its response. This considered stance reflects India’s broader strategy in evaluating trade deals and tariffs. Indian officials have indicated

Washington: As anticipation builds over US President Donald Trump's so-called "Liberation Day" tariff announcement, the White House has confirmed there will be no exemptions in the new wave of reciprocal tariffs. Speaking at a press briefing on Monday, White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt made it clear that these tariffs are aimed at putting an end to what the administration calls decades of "unfair trade practices" against American exporters. President Trump has

This month, the announcement of sweeping 25% tariffs on cars “not made in the U.S.” has sent ripples through the global automotive industry, especially affecting Asian car manufacturers. U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision has put significant pressure on automakers ahead of the implementation of the new duties, which are set to take effect later this week. The move has particularly shaken Japanese and South Korean carmakers, many of whom rely heavily on the U.S. market. S

In an unexpected twist to Turkey’s ongoing political unrest, a viral moment stole headlines as a protester dressed in a Pikachu costume was seen fleeing police in Antalya during a demonstration against the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu. The bizarre yet symbolic act of defiance unfolded in the early hours of March 27, as law enforcement deployed water cannons to scatter demonstrators. What began as a nationwide outrage ove

The European Union has issued a new set of guidelines urging its 450 million citizens to prepare for potential crises by stockpiling essential supplies. These supplies, which should last for at least 72 hours, include food, water, medicine, flashlights, and other critical items. The EU’s recommendation comes as part of an updated security strategy, considering the rising global threats that Europe faces today, including warfare, cyberattacks, the impacts of

In what appears to be a notable shift in the diplomatic tone between two of Asia’s largest economies, China and India are reportedly working on resuming direct flights that were halted five years ago due to the Covid-19 pandemic and subsequent border clashes. This development comes as both nations gear up to celebrate the 75th anniversary of their diplomatic relationship on April 1, 2025. Chinese Consul General in Kolkata, Xu Wei, confirmed in a press conference that negotiations are on

A significant diplomatic breakthrough emerged as US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy engaged in a pivotal one-hour phone call, resulting in a limited ceasefire agreement between Russia and Ukraine. The ceasefire, while partial, marks a crucial step toward a more comprehensive peace settlement in the ongoing conflict. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed the development on Thursday, expressing optimism that a "lasting ceasefire" was

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have launched a renewed ground offensive in central and southern Gaza, regaining control of a strategically significant land corridor. This development follows intense aerial bombardments that killed over 400 people and effectively ended a fragile two-month-old ceasefire with Hamas. The IDF announced the new "pinpointed" ground operations through an official statement, explaining that the military action aims to expand a security zone and establish a

Global Recycling Day 2025 is set to be observed on March 18, a day dedicated to recognizing and promoting recycling as a key solution for environmental preservation and sustainable living. Established in 2018, this annual event highlights the critical role recycling plays in conserving natural resources and reducing environmental pollution. The concept of Global Recycling Day was introduced by Ranjit Baxi during his inaugural speech at the Bureau of International Recycling (BIR) Convention in

At least 100 people were killed in Gaza early Tuesday as Israel launched a wave of intense airstrikes, shattering the fragile ceasefire that had held since January. The attacks targeted multiple locations across Gaza, including Gaza City, Deir al-Balah, Khan Younis, and Rafah. The strikes marked the most intense Israeli bombardment since the ceasefire agreement took effect. According to Palestinian health officials, many of the victims were children as airstrikes struck heavily populated resi

China has welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent remarks advocating dialogue over discord in India-China relations, calling them "positive" and a step toward strengthening diplomatic ties. Beijing emphasized that cooperation between the two Asian giants — likened to the 'Dragon-Elephant Dance' — is the most effective path to shared success. In a statement on Monday, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning highlighted that both sides have acti

Tulsi Gabbard, the US Director of National Intelligence (DNI), emphasized the growing strength of US-India relations during her visit to New Delhi. In an exclusive interview with NDTV, Gabbard highlighted the close ties between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump, underscoring their shared commitment to defeating Islamic terrorism and ensuring global security. “The ties between the US and India go very far back,” Gabbard stated. “In Trump's second ter

In a major immigration reform move, US President Donald Trump has proposed a new visa scheme that offers a 'gold card' residency permit to foreigners willing to invest $5 million in the United States. This initiative aims to attract “brilliant, hardworking, job-creating people” while generating significant government revenue to balance the federal budget. Described as “like the green car

US President Donald Trump recently clarified his previous statements about resolving the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, admitting that his bold claim of solving the crisis within 24 hours was intended sarcastically. During an interview on the "Full Measure" television program, Trump addressed his earlier remarks made on the campaign trail. While campaigning, Trump had promised to end the war before even taking office, confidently stating, "They're dying, Russians and Ukra

Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed his gratitude to world leaders including Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi for their efforts to mediate peace in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. In his first public remarks on the US's 30-day Ukraine ceasefire proposal, Putin acknowledged the role of key global leaders in advocating for peace. Speaking at a joint press briefing alongside Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, Putin commended Trump, Modi, and several other lead

India has strongly rejected Pakistan's recent accusations of "sponsoring terrorism," following Islamabad's attempt to blame New Delhi for backing terror activities. The statement came in response to Pakistan's allegations linked to the recent Balochistan train attack, which claimed the lives of 21 passengers. However, Pakistan stopped short of directly linking India to the attack, instead shifting blame toward Afghanistan. In a firm response, Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperso

As Canada prepares to host the G7 foreign ministers summit, Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly is set to raise urgent concerns over the escalating trade war with the United States and perceived threats to Canadian sovereignty. Joly intends to warn her European and British counterparts that if the United States can impose aggressive tariffs on Canada, their closest ally, then no nation is truly safe from similar economic tactics. Despite the G7's official agenda focusing on Ukraine, the