Iran is demanding a permanent end to its conflict with the United States rather than another temporary ceasefire. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Tehran wants lasting guarantees, even as the US-Iran deal stalls, Trump Iran talks remain off the table and Gulf security concerns grow. Iran permanent peace Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has rejected the idea of another temporary truce

Trump’s India voter ID remarks have renewed debate over the SAVE America Act as India conducts its SIR 2026 exercise. While Trump praised India’s voter identification system, voter roll exclusions in Maharashtra, Delhi and West Bengal have raised concerns over electoral access and voting rights. Trump India voter ID e

Nearly 18 years after the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, Indian authorities have initiated the 26/11 in absentia trial process against six Pakistan-based accused linked to the conspiracy. Mumbai Police has moved to invoke the new legal mechanism under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, while the court must still determine whether all statutory requirements have been fulfilled. The accused are Lashkar-e-Taiba founder Hafiz Saeed, Zaki-ur

The Taliban seeks deeper India ties as Afghanistan looks to strengthen political trust, trade and regional connectivity with New Delhi. Taliban chargé d’affaires Noor Ahmed Noor highlighted India ties and their shared history while outlining Kabul’s interest in broader diplomatic and economic engagement. India ties gain focus at New Delhi event Noor made the remarks during a New Delhi even

Oil prices surged on Monday as fading hopes for a US-Iran settlement renewed fears of prolonged supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude closed above $90 a barrel, while WTI oil also climbed sharply as traders reacted to stalled diplomacy and Iran's warning of possible military escalation. Brent crude rises as Iran ceasefire hopes fade Brent crude futures settled $2.22 higher at

President Donald Trump says Iran wants an agreement with the United States, but the Trump Iran deal remains out of reach because Tehran is not prepared to accept the terms Washington considers necessary. His comments come as Iran nuclear talks remain stalled and tensions around the Strait of Hormuz continue. Iran nuclear talks remain stalled Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office on Monday, T

Higgsfield AI support is drawing closer attention as the fast-growing video startup reaches a $5.4 billion valuation and expands beyond 30 million users. The company has scaled revenue and funding at exceptional speed, but some customers continue to raise questions about billing, refunds and how quickly support problems are resolved. AI video growth pushes Higgsfield valuation to $5.4 billion

Shristi Selvan won the USTA Girls’ 16s national title in San Diego, defeating Aarini Bhattacharya in three sets after a comeback in the final. The victory gave Selvan her third national singles Gold Ball of 2026 and a main-draw wild card into the US Open Junior Championships. Shristi Selvan rallies for USTA Girls’ 16s title SAN DIEGO — Fifteen-year-old Indian-American tennis player Shrist

The U.S. visa interview for minors in India generally requires children to appear in person, including newborns and teenagers. The U.S. Embassy in India reiterated the rule as State Department interview-waiver standards remain narrower than in earlier years. The U.S. Embassy in India has reminded parents that minor applicants generally must appear in person for a U.S. visa interview, including newborns and teenagers approaching age 18. Sending only a parent or guar

Iran's foreign influence bill has moved forward in parliament, potentially expanding criminal penalties for contacts with foreign media, universities, embassies and organisations. The proposal comes amid heightened security concerns in Tehran and could significantly affect journalists, academics and civil society. Foreign media law could expand criminal penal

USS Abraham Lincoln mental health concerns are drawing scrutiny after its unusually long deployment, prompting CENTCOM commander Adm. Brad Cooper to defend the crew's resilience. Cooper said the carrier has among the Navy's lowest number of reported mental health cases while acknowledging the strain of prolonged service at sea. CENTCOM response addresses menta

US President Donald Trump has ordered a substantial reduction in US participation in joint military exercises with South Korea, citing their cost and his relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Seoul, however, says the Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise has begun as scheduled. US-South Korea drills face Trump-ordered reduction Trump

The India-Mauritius DTAA Protocol has moved closer to implementation after Mauritius approved its ratification, offering investors greater clarity on the PPT rule and legacy investments. The move also seeks to reinforce Mauritius FDI links with India while tightening safeguards against treaty abuse. PPT rule brings greater clarity to the tax treaty Mauritius' Cabinet on July 17 approved ratific

Young riders delivered impressive performances at the HPRC Equestrian Challenge in Hyderabad, with Gautam Sanjay Sujanaani, Janampally Hitesh Reddy and Dhruva Potineni claiming top honours across key dressage categories. Young Riders Continue Strong Form Hyderabad’s promising equestrian riders carried their strong National Qualifier form into the HPRC Equestrian Challenge held at the Hyderaba

India will celebrate India Independence Day 2026 on Saturday, August 15, marking the country's 80th Independence Day and 79 completed years of freedom. The national ceremony at the Red Fort in Delhi will highlight Vande Mataram, Viksit Bharat and India's freedom history while looking toward the country's future. 80th Independence Day: Why India Completes 79 Y

A new Pew Research Center survey shows the India-Pakistan threat perception remains deeply rooted. Rivalry, China’s role, Russia ties, mistrust and public opinion reveal how decades of tension continue to shape South Asia despite major changes in the global order. Rivalry India and Pakistan continue to see each other as their biggest geopolitical threat nearly eight decades after Partition. A

Nashik experienced two fresh earthquakes early Friday, August 14, extending a period of repeated seismic activity across northern Maharashtra. The Nashik earthquake August 14 sequence included magnitude 3.5 and 3.4 tremors, while authorities continue monitoring Nashik tremors, building risk and activity around Palghar. Nashik tremors continue before dawn According to reviewed data from the Nati

As India marks Independence Day 2026, the freedom struggle is often remembered through marches, protests, imprisonment and political leadership. But the role of press in India freedom struggle was equally significant. Newspapers carried nationalist ideas beyond public meetings, challenged colonial policies and connected Indians living across distant regions. Nationalist Newspapers Spread the Freedom Message

US Vice President JD Vance says Vance Iran war goals now place affordable oil and gasoline for Americans at the top of Washington’s priorities, followed by preventing Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon. His remarks also put renewed focus on the Strait of Hormuz and its impact on energy markets. Oil price goal moves to top of Vance’s priorities Speaking in a Fox News interview on August 13

The United States is examining how Chinese artificial intelligence companies gain access to advanced Nvidia chips outside China, putting a new focus on cloud GPU use and overseas data centres. The US AI chip review highlights a growing challenge for export controls built mainly around physical hardware shipments. China GPU use shifts beyond physical chip exports The Bureau of Industry and Secur