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India tariffs: Brazil's President calls PM Modi
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has raised the issue of "unilateral tariffs" imposed by United States President Donald Trump in a telephonic conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Who's Daniel Jackson, who formed 'new country' with 400 citizens
Daniel Jackson, a 20-year-old Australian, has declared himself president of the Free Republic of Verdis, a self-proclaimed micronation in a disputed territory between Croatia and Serbia.
Putin will visit India soon, says NSA Doval from Moscow
Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit India soon, National Security Adviser (NSA) Ajit Doval, who is in Moscow, said on Thursday.
6-year-old punched, called 'dirty Indian' in racist attack in Ireland
A six-year-old Indian-origin girl was allegedly attacked by a group of children in Waterford City, Ireland, in what appeared to be a racist attack.
Trump's sweeping new tariffs against 90 countries take effect
United States President Donald Trump's new set of tariffs on over 90 countries has come into effect.
Pakistan's Army Chief Asim Munir to visit US again
Pakistan's Army Chief General Asim Munir will be visiting the United States later this week. The visit is his second to Washington in less than two months.
Trump threatens 'secondary sanctions' after imposing 50% tariffs on India
United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday imposed an additional 25% tariff on Indian imports over New Delhi's continued imports of Russian oil, taking the total to 50%.
Five soldiers shot at Georgia Army base; gunman identified
Fort Stewart, the largest United States Army installation east of the Mississippi River, in Georgia, was placed under lockdown after an active shooter was reported on Wednesday.
China offers parents annual subsidy of $500 for every child
China has announced a new policy to encourage families to have more children.
US: Indian-origin professor caught in child sex sting, denies allegations
Nisarg Shah, an Indian-origin Associate Professor at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), has been caught up in a child sex sting operation.
Titan submersible deaths were 'preventable,' says US Coast Guard report
The United States Coast Guard has released a damning report on the 2023 Titan submersible disaster, calling it "preventable."
Pakistan bureaucrats laundering money, buying properties in Portugal: Defense minister
Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif has made shocking allegations against the country's top bureaucrats, accusing them of massive corruption and international money laundering.
One woman dead, 9 injured in France's largest wildfire
A massive wildfire has erupted in southern France, killing one woman and injuring nine others.
Jaish seeks funds to rebuild headquarters after Op Sindoor destruction
The terrorist organization Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) is reportedly seeking donations to rebuild its headquarters in Bahawalpur, Pakistan, that was destroyed by India's airstrikes during Operation Sindoor in May.
Australia's Great Barrier Reef suffers worst-ever coral decline: Report
Australia's Great Barrier Reef, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world's largest coral reef system, has witnessed its most severe coral bleaching event ever since records began 39 years ago.
Trump's bizarre joke: Nuclear missiles on White House roof
United States President Donald Trump recently made a controversial remark about placing nuclear missiles on the White House roof.
Trump effect: Stanford University has fired over 360 employees
Stanford University has laid off over 360 employees due to budget constraints, which it says are a result of the funding policies under US President Donald Trump.
US arrests 2 Chinese nationals for smuggling NVIDIA AI chips
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has arrested and charged two Chinese nationals for illegally exporting high-end artificial intelligence (AI) chips to China.
Bill, Hillary Clinton issued subpoenas in Epstein probe
Former United States President Bill Clinton and his wife Hillary have been issued subpoenas by a congressional committee investigating late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
US Health Department cancels $500M funding for mRNA vaccines
United States Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr has announced the cancellation of $500 million worth of funding for mRNA vaccines.
On Hiroshima bombing anniversary, mayor has message for the world
Kazumi Matsui, the mayor of Hiroshima, has called on the world's nuclear powers to abandon their reliance on nuclear deterrence.
Prince Harry breaks silence on Sentebale scandal; read
Prince Harry has responded to the findings of a scandal that led to his resignation from Sentebale, an African charity founded in memory of his late mother, Princess Diana.
'Will call Modi, Xi': Brazilian president refuses talks with Trump
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has refused to reach out to United States President Donald Trump over tariffs.
Does US import uranium, fertilizers from Russia? Trump says this
United States President Donald Trump has admitted he was unaware of the country's trade with Russia in uranium and fertilizers.
Trump vows substantial tariff hike on India over next 24hrs
United States President Donald Trump has threatened to "very substantially" raise tariffs on Indian imports over the next 24 hours.
'Go back': Indian cab driver in Ireland attacked with bottle
Lakhvir Singh, an Indian cab driver in Ireland, was recently attacked by two young men in Dublin.
Malaysian politicians protest wearing sanitary pads over mouths; sparks outrage
A recent political protest in Malaysia has sparked national outrage and brought to light the need to address persistent taboos surrounding women's health.
Texas Republicans vote to issue arrest warrants for 'missing' Democrats
Texas Republicans have voted to issue arrest warrants for Democratic lawmakers who fled the state to block a redrawing of the state's congressional map.
Afghanistan: Child malnutrition at unprecedented levels, warns World Food Programme
Afghanistan is witnessing an unprecedented rise in child malnutrition, the World Food Programme (WFP) has said.
Will Trump's tariffs force K-beauty products out of US?
The United States has imposed a 15% import tax on South Korean goods, including popular K-beauty products.
US may soon ask visa applicants $15,000 bond for entry
The United States State Department has proposed a new requirement for business and tourist visa applicants.
'Can lead to severe consequences': US Embassy warns Indian overstayers
The United States Embassy in India has issued a warning to visa holders about the consequences of overstaying their authorized period of stay.
Russia ends missile moratorium after Trump's submarine move
Russia has officially ended its unilateral moratorium on the deployment of short- and intermediate-range missiles.
Brazil Supreme Court orders house arrest of ex-president Bolsonaro
Brazil's Supreme Court has ordered former President Jair Bolsonaro to be placed under house arrest.
US pursuing 'neocolonial' policy against Global South: Russia
Russia has accused the United States of pursuing a "neocolonial" policy against Global South nations in a bid to maintain its hegemony.
Ex-US ambassador backs India's Russian oil purchase in old video
A video of former United States Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti has resurfaced amid the diplomatic tensions between India and the US over Indian imports of Russian oil.
Trump threatens 'substantial' tariffs against India; New Delhi responds
US President Donald Trump has slammed India for its continued purchase of Russian oil amid the Ukraine war.
'Plastics crisis' costing $1.5tn in global deaths and injuries: Report
The world is in the grip of a "plastics crisis," according to a new expert review published in The Lancet.
Who's Stephen Miller, who accused India of financing Russia's war
Stephen Miller, a deputy chief of staff at the White House and one of Donald Trump's most influential aides, has accused India of financing Russia's war against Ukraine by buying oil from it.
'Be careful with...': Russia reacts to Trump's nuclear submarine order
Russia has urged caution in nuclear rhetoric after United States President Donald Trump ordered the deployment of two US Navy nuclear submarines.