Operation Sindoor puts diplomatic pressure on Pakistan
As India’s global diplomatic offensive under Operation Sindoor gains momentum, Pakistan appears increasingly rattled. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is set to embark on a six-day diplomatic visit to four “friendly” nations — Turkey, Iran, Azerbaijan, and Tajikistan — starting Sunday. Meanwhile, the Bilawal
Judge blocks Trump move on Harvard foreign students
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from revoking Harvard University’s ability to enroll international students. U.S. District Judge Allison D. Burroughs granted the restraining order after the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) terminated Harvard’s certification under the Student and Exchange
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi launches Senate bid, condemns harmful budget cuts, and champions religious inclusion
By: Dr. Avi Verma It was a dynamic and impactful week for Illinois Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, who made national headlines with major announcements and strong stances on key issues shaping the political and cultural landscape. In a highly anticipated move, Congressman Krishnamoorthi officially
Trump again claims credit for ending India-Pakistan conflict
U.S. President Donald Trump has once again claimed credit for defusing hostilities between India and Pakistan, asserting that trade negotiations with both nations played a key role. “I think I settled it through trade,” Trump said during an interview at the White House
Jaishankar meets Danish FM Rasmussen, lauds support against terrorism
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen in Copenhagen on Wednesday, praising Denmark’s strong support in the fight against terrorism and discussing broader bilateral and global issues. “Delighted to meet FM Lars Lokke Rasmussen. Denmark’s strong solidarity on
US withdrawal of Finnish scholar’s Fulbright grant sparks concerns
The US Department of State has canceled a Fulbright scholarship awarded to Finnish researcher Saara Loukola, citing a political misalignment with policies under President Donald Trump. This move has been condemned in Finland as an infringement on academic freedom. Loukola, a doctoral researcher
Israel intercepts projectile fired from Gaza amid escalating conflict
Israel’s military reported that it intercepted a projectile launched from the Gaza Strip as violence intensified in the region under Israel’s expanding military campaign. The Israeli military said the projectile was fired from northern Gaza and intercepted by the Israeli Air Force on
Omani Foreign Minister announces fifth round of Iran-US talks in Rome
Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad bin Hamood Albusaidi confirmed that the fifth round of indirect talks between the United States and Iran will take place in Rome on Friday. The talks are aimed at reviving negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program and
India calls for Pakistan to hand over Masood Azhar and Hafiz Saeed
India’s Ambassador to Israel, J P Singh, has called on Pakistan to hand over the leaders of two Pakistan-based global Islamist terror organizations, Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), to India. Singh pointed out that Pakistan has allowed these groups to perpetrate numerous terror
Meloni hosts US-EU trilateral talks in Rome
In a powerful gesture of transatlantic diplomacy, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni hosted US Vice President J.D. Vance and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Rome on Sunday for informal trilateral talks. The high-level meeting was held on the sidelines of
India-Pakistan tensions: Foreign Secretary Misri to brief committee
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri is set to appear before the Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs on Monday to provide a detailed briefing on the recent tensions between India and Pakistan, including the military operation known as Operation Sindoor. The committee, chaired by
Afghanistan backs India, dismisses Pakistan’s missilestrike claims
India and Afghanistan are reaffirming their historic relationship, pushing back against Pakistan’s attempts to drive a wedge between the two countries during Operation Sindoor. A recent phone call between India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Afghanistan’s Acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi
Trump: India ready to remove 100% tariffs on US goods
US President Donald Trump has claimed that India is prepared to remove 100 percent of tariffs on American goods, but said he is in no rush to finalize a trade agreement. Speaking to Fox News on Friday, Trump highlighted India as a top
Trump not frustrated with Netanyahu over Gaza war
US President Donald Trump has expressed that he is not frustrated with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the ongoing war in Gaza. In an interview with Fox News from Abu Dhabi, Trump acknowledged the tough situation Netanyahu is facing, especially in the
Amit Shah launches ₹1,500 crore projects in Gujarat
Union Home Minister Amit Shah begins a two-day visit to Gujarat on Saturday, where he will inaugurate and lay foundation stones for over 90 developmental projects across Gandhinagar, Ahmedabad, and Mehsana. His visit includes the opening of two new Primary Health Centres, an
Neeraj Chopra’s 90.23m javelin throw earns praise from PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Neeraj Chopra after the star athlete became the first Indian to throw over 90 meters in javelin. Chopra achieved a personal best of 90.23m at the 2025 Doha Diamond League, breaking his own national record. Calling it “a
Supreme Court dismisses plea on alleged Rohingya deportation into sea, questions credibility of claims
The Supreme Court on Friday (May 16) questioned and expressed disbelief at a writ petition which alleged that 43 Rohingyas, including children, women and elderly, and individuals with serious health conditions such as cancer, were forcibly deported by the Indian Government to Myanmar after throwing
Donald Trump tells Tim Cook to stop Apple manufacturing in India
During his state visit to Qatar, U.S. President Donald Trump publicly urged Apple CEO Tim Cook to stop manufacturing in India and focus instead on production within the United States. The remarks come at a sensitive time, as tensions simmer between Washington and
UAE and US Presidents discuss deeper partnership in Abu Dhabi
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and US President Donald Trump held high-level talks in Abu Dhabi on Thursday, reaffirming their countries’ commitment to strengthening a strategic partnership that spans over five decades. The two leaders met at the Presidential Palace
Rajnath Singh slams IMF over Pakistan bailout
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday strongly criticized the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for approving a $2.1 billion bailout for Pakistan, saying it amounts to indirect financing of terrorism. Speaking at the Indian Air Force base in Bhuj, Singh stated, “The IMF should