South Korea, US top diplomats hold first talks after trade agreement
In their first official meeting since the inauguration of South Korean President Lee Jae Myung last month, Foreign Minister Cho Hyun and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held high-level talks in Washington on Thursday. The discussions come amid key alliance priorities including
South Korea, US reaffirm full commitment to North Korea denuclearisation
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed their “resolute” commitment to the complete denuclearisation of North Korea and strict enforcement of international sanctions during their first meeting in Washington since the launch of the Lee Jae
North Korea criticizes US-Japan alliance as nuclear threat, defends arms buildup
North Korea has strongly criticized the United States and Japan for transforming their military partnership into what it calls a “dangerous nuclear alliance,” arguing that the move justifies Pyongyang’s continued weapons development. In a commentary published by the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA),
Delta Airlines Co-Pilot Arrested at San Francisco Airport by ICE Agents
San Francisco, CA: Federal agents with Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), a division of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), arrested a Delta Airlines co-pilot upon landing at San Francisco International Airport on Saturday. The arrest was carried out in connection with charges related
Over 10,000 evacuated in Myanmar as severe floods hit Kayin and Shan states
More than 10,000 people have been evacuated in southern Myanmar after heavy rains caused widespread flooding in Kayin and Shan states. According to Myanmar Radio and Television, a total of 10,395 people from 2,298 households were moved to 24 temporary shelters in Hpa-an
Ex-judge submits MUDA scam report to Karnataka govt amid political storm
Retired Karnataka High Court judge P.N. Desai, who heads the judicial commission probing the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) scam, submitted a six-volume report to the state government on Thursday. Chief Secretary Shalini Rajneesh received the report on behalf of the Siddaramaiah administration.
Ferrari confident Hungary will reward risky Spa upgrade, says Vasseur
Ferrari Team Principal Fred Vasseur is optimistic that the team’s bold decision to debut its latest rear suspension upgrade at the Belgian Grand Prix will deliver stronger results in Hungary, where slow-speed corners dominate. Ferrari introduced the new component at Spa-Francorchamps despite the
Iran slams US for using sanctions to pressure nations like India and Iran
Iran has accused the United States of weaponizing sanctions to assert control over independent countries such as Iran and India, calling it a modern form of economic imperialism that violates international law and undermines national sovereignty. In a strongly worded post on X,
Trump’s tariffs on India could open door to new trade talks: HSBC
US President Donald Trump’s move to impose a 25% tariff on Indian imports may serve as a starting point for renewed trade negotiations, according to HSBC Global Research. The bank noted that India’s commitment to dialogue despite the tariff threat reflects its willingness
Indian Navy chief meets Japanese Defence Minister to boost strategic ties
Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi met with Japan’s Defence Minister Gen Nakatani on Thursday during his official visit to Japan, aiming to enhance bilateral defence cooperation and address regional security challenges. The two leaders reaffirmed their shared commitment to deepening strategic
US Navy F-35 jet crashes in California, pilot ejects safely
A US Navy F-35C fighter jet crashed near Naval Air Station (NAS) Lemoore in central California on Wednesday evening. The pilot successfully ejected and is safe, according to an official Navy statement. The crash occurred around 6:30 p.m. local time during a training
US Fed holds interest rates steady despite Trump’s push for cuts
The US Federal Reserve has kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 4.25% to 4.5%, resisting mounting pressure from former President Donald Trump to lower borrowing costs amid mixed economic signals. In a statement released Wednesday, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) noted
US student detained in Chennai for carrying banned satellite phone
An American university student was detained at Chennai International Airport after authorities discovered a banned satellite phone in his possession during a routine security check. The incident occurred early Thursday as a Scoot Airlines flight bound for Singapore was preparing for takeoff at
Trump imposes 50% universal tariff on copper imports to boost domestic industry
U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a proclamation imposing a 50% universal tariff on all imports of semi-finished copper and copper-intensive derivative products, effective August 1. The move aims to protect and strengthen the domestic copper industry, which is considered vital to national
Philippines President to visit India to boost defence and maritime ties
Philippines President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. will embark on a State Visit to India from August 4 to 8, marking his first trip to the country since taking office. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation, particularly in defence, maritime security, and regional
Kremlin says Russian economy resilient despite sanctions pressure
The Russian economy has developed resilience against Western sanctions after years of enduring external pressure, said Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov on Wednesday. “We have been living under a significant number of sanctions for quite some time. Our economy continues to function under a
Man shot dead by police after assault in Melbourne suburb
A man was shot dead by police after he was seen assaulting a woman at a property in Yarra Junction, a town located about 55 km east of Melbourne, Victoria. The incident occurred around 5:30 p.m. local time on Wednesday. According to a
Panama’s Vice Minister in Delhi ahead of UNSC presidency, holds key talks
As Panama prepares to assume the presidency of the United Nations Security Council in August, its Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs, Carlos Arturo Hoyos, held delegation-level talks with senior Indian officials in New Delhi on Thursday. Vice Minister Hoyos met Ministry of External
US also imposes high tariffs to protect local industry, WTO data shows
As US President Donald Trump criticizes India for high tariffs, World Trade Organization (WTO) data shows that the US itself levies steep duties to protect its domestic industries. The US imposes tariffs as high as 200% on dairy products, 132% on fruits and
Baloch activist warns Trump: Pakistan misleading US on oil reserves in Balochistan
Prominent Baloch human rights activist Mir Yar Baloch has warned US President Donald Trump against trusting Pakistan’s claims over major oil reserves, asserting that the resources lie in Balochistan — not Punjab — and are being misrepresented by Pakistan’s military. The statement came