10 injured as police, students clash in Bangladesh’s Patiya
At least 10 people, including four police personnel, were injured following a violent clash between police and members of the Students Against Discrimination (SAD) outside Patiya Police Station in Chittagong’s Patiya sub-district on Tuesday night. The confrontation reportedly began around 9 p.m. local
Awami League slams Yunus-led govt over rise in violence
The Awami League has accused the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government of overseeing a dramatic surge in violence and lawlessness in Bangladesh, calling the country a “blood-stained nation” gripped by “brutal anarchy.” In a statement on Tuesday, the party of former Prime Minister Sheikh
IndoUS Tribune condemns violent attack on Utah Krishna temple
The Shree Sri Sri Radha Krishna Temple in Spanish Fork, Utah, renowned globally for its vibrant Color Festival, has been subjected to a shocking act of violence, with over two dozen bullets fired at its sacred premises. The IndoUS Tribune unequivocally condemns this
Jaishankar: India-US ties remain strong despite challenges
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has emphasized that while no relationship is without issues, India and the U.S. have consistently maintained a positive trajectory over the last two decades. Speaking to Newsweek ahead of the Quad Foreign Ministers Meeting, Jaishankar said the long-term
India calls out Pakistan’s terror links as it assumes UNSC presidency
On the eve of Pakistan taking over the rotating presidency of the UN Security Council, India publicly exposed Islamabad’s continued support for cross-border terrorism, using a diplomatic exhibition to highlight the recent Pahalgam massacre and broader global terror links. As part of a
Jaishankar refutes Trump’s claim of trade-linked India-Pakistan ceasefire
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has rejected U.S. President Donald Trump’s claim that trade negotiations were used to broker a ceasefire between India and Pakistan during recent hostilities. Speaking at a public event in New York, Jaishankar offered a firsthand account to clarify
India won’t bow to nuclear threats or tolerate terror: Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has reaffirmed India’s uncompromising stance on terrorism and nuclear intimidation, making it clear that India will not allow fear of Pakistan’s nuclear arsenal to deter necessary countermeasures against cross-border terror. Speaking to Newsweek at its headquarters in New
Trump warns Musk may leave US if EV subsidies end
U.S. President Donald Trump has sparked controversy by suggesting that Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk may be forced to “close up shop” and return to South Africa if electric vehicle (EV) subsidies are withdrawn. The comment came as part of an escalating
Trump administration sues Los Angeles over sanctuary city law
The Trump administration has launched a legal battle against the City of Los Angeles, seeking to overturn its sanctuary ordinance that limits cooperation with federal immigration authorities. In a lawsuit filed Monday in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California,
Hasina’s son says democracy under threat as Bangladesh marks July protests anniversary
As Bangladesh marks one year since the violent July 2024 protests, Sajeeb Wazed, son of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, warned that democracy, sovereignty, and civil rights are under threat under the current caretaker government. Reflecting on last year’s student-led unrest that led
UNHCR hails Mali’s new law to protect stateless persons
The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has welcomed Mali’s recent adoption of a groundbreaking law aimed at protecting the rights of stateless individuals and offering them equal access to basic services and nationality. In a statement, Georges Patrick Menze, UNHCR’s acting representative in Mali,
President Lee blames real estate speculation for housing instability
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has attributed the country’s ongoing housing instability to excessive speculation in the real estate market, driven by limited investment alternatives and surplus liquidity. Speaking at a Cabinet meeting on Tuesday, President Lee emphasized that the overreliance on
PM Modi’s Trinidad visit to boost strategic ties and diaspora bonds
Trinidad and Tobago has announced that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the Caribbean nation from July 3–4, aiming to strengthen strategic cooperation across key sectors. This marks the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Trinidad and Tobago since 1999
No abnormal radiation found in sea after North Korea’s suspected nuclear waste discharge: Seoul
South Korea has reported no unusual radioactive activity in the Yellow Sea, despite concerns raised by a recent media report alleging North Korea’s discharge of uranium waste into rivers. The South Korean unification ministry confirmed on Tuesday that regular monitoring efforts have shown
US and Canada resume trade talks after digital tax rollback
Trade talks between the United States and Canada are set to resume after Ottawa dropped its controversial digital services tax targeting American tech giants. The move comes just hours before the tax was due to be implemented. White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett
Israeli FM: Peace possible with Syria, Lebanon—Golan Heights not negotiable
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar said on Monday that Israel is open to establishing diplomatic relations with Syria and Lebanon but made it clear that the Golan Heights will remain under Israeli control in any future peace deal. Speaking at a joint press
Fiji’s HIV crisis worsens with record cases and rising child deaths
Fiji is facing a deepening HIV crisis, with a record number of new infections and a disturbing rise in child cases and deaths, health experts warned over the weekend. UNAIDS Pacific Adviser Renata Ram revealed that 126 people, including eight children, died from
Ukraine backs EU sanctions on Iran, exits anti-landmine treaty
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that Ukraine will fully align with the European Union’s latest sanctions package against Iran, citing Tehran as “one of the most brutal regimes in the world.” He made the remarks in a video message posted on Monday.
North Korea notifies UN Command of new fortification plans in DMZ
In a rare move, North Korea has informed the US-led United Nations Command (UNC) of its plan to construct new military fortifications inside the Demilitarised Zone (DMZ), South Korea’s Defence Ministry confirmed on Monday. This marks the first such official notification in over
The Dalai Lama’s epic exile and Tibet’s spiritual survival
Sixty-six years after his dramatic escape from Tibet, the 14th Dalai Lama remains a global icon of peace, compassion, and cultural resilience. Disguised as a soldier, Tenzin Gyatso fled Lhasa on March 17, 1959, following China’s brutal crackdown, beginning a 14-day journey that