Why South Asia Cannot Afford a New Wave of Militancy in Bangladesh
The fall of the Sheikh Hasina-led government in Bangladesh and the rise of a military-backed administration under Muhammad Yunus has triggered serious concerns, both domestically and across South Asia. Amid a volatile political transition, the controversial release of over 300 individuals accused or
PM Modi’s Saudi Visit to Boost India-Saudi Strategic Ties
India and Saudi Arabia are poised to significantly strengthen their strategic partnership as Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarks on a two-day official visit to Riyadh from April 22 to 23, at the invitation of Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman.
JD Vance to visit India, grand welcome in Jaipur
Jaipur is witnessing intense preparations as it gears up to welcome United States Vice President James David (JD) Vance, who will arrive in India on April 21 as part of his international tour. After landing in Italy with his family on Friday, Vance
Second round of US-Iran nuclear talks begin in Rome
The second round of nuclear negotiations between the United States and Iran began in Rome on Saturday, as both nations revisit discussions on Tehran’s civilian nuclear program and the potential lifting of US-imposed sanctions. The closed-door talks are being held at the Omani
Iran condemns deadly US airstrikes on Yemen’s fuel port
Iran has strongly condemned the recent US airstrikes on Yemen’s Ras Isa fuel port, calling them a violation of international law and a threat to regional and global security. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei denounced the attacks, which killed at least 80
Sitharaman to showcase India’s growth in US, Peru
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will embark on an official visit to the United States and Peru starting April 20, aiming to highlight India’s economic growth and strengthen bilateral and multilateral partnerships. During her visit to the US from April 20 to 25,
Bangladesh demands $4.32 billion and apology from Pakistan for 1971 genocide
Bangladesh has formally demanded $4.32 billion from Pakistan as its rightful share of the assets of undivided Pakistan prior to 1971 and has also called for a formal apology for the genocide committed by Pakistani armed forces during the Liberation War. These demands
Trump extends federal hiring freeze through July: White House
US President Donald Trump has signed a memorandum extending the federal hiring freeze through July 15, according to White House principal deputy press secretary Harrison Fields, who posted the update on social media platform X. The decision is part of Trump’s broader initiative,
Myanmar: Four Indian nationals trapped in cyber scam networks repatriated through Yangon
In a continuing effort to rescue Indian nationals trapped in cyber scam operations across Southeast Asia, the Government of India successfully repatriated four citizens from the Myawaddy region through Yangon, Myanmar. The Embassy of India in Yangon confirmed that it coordinated with local
Trump expects Russia’s response on Ukraine ceasefire this week
U.S. President Donald Trump said he expects a response from Russia on a potential Ukraine ceasefire over the weekend, following a call between Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. “We’re going to be hearing from them this
US vice president Vance to visit Delhi, Jaipur, and Agra
US Vice President J.D. Vance and his Indian-descent wife Usha Vance are scheduled to visit Delhi, Jaipur, and Agra during their upcoming trip to India, the White House announced on Wednesday. Vance is set to meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi when in
California sues Trump administration over ‘unlawful tariffs’
California Governor Gavin Newsom has announced that the state is suing the Trump administration over what he called “unlawful tariffs” that threaten California’s economy, jobs, and families. In a statement released on Wednesday, Newsom said the sweeping tariffs imposed by former President Donald
Vance’s India visit to review ties and boost cooperation
US Vice President J.D. Vance will undertake his first official visit to India from April 21 to 24, an opportunity to review progress in bilateral ties and implement outcomes from Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s February visit to Washington, India’s Ministry of External Affairs
Indian-origin astrophysicist finds strongest hints of alien life yet
A groundbreaking discovery led by Indian-origin astrophysicist Professor Nikku Madhusudhan has revealed the strongest evidence yet of possible alien life on a planet outside our solar system. Using data from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), Madhusudhan and his team at the University
Zelensky says Ukraine-US rare earth minerals deal making ‘good progress’
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has confirmed that negotiations with the United States on a rare earth minerals agreement are advancing well, describing the progress as “good” in his daily address on Wednesday. “The basic legal stuff is almost finalised, and then, if everything
Indian-origin doctor convicted in $2.3M drug fraud case
A US federal court has convicted Indian-origin doctor Neil Anand, 48, for his involvement in a $2.3 million conspiracy to illegally distribute controlled substances and commit healthcare fraud, according to the US Justice Department. Anand was also found guilty of money laundering on
Mexico sends diplomatic note to US over possible border military base
Mexico has officially raised concerns with the United States over reports of a proposed military base near the shared border, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed on Wednesday. Addressing reporters during her daily press briefing, President Sheinbaum said a diplomatic note had been delivered
China says US tariff hikes no longer make economic sense
China has criticized the United States for imposing tariffs of up to 245% on certain Chinese products, calling the move economically unjustified. In a statement reported by Xinhua news agency, a spokesperson for the Chinese foreign ministry said the tariffs no longer make
Trump in legal standoff over deportations
The Trump administration is at the center of a brewing constitutional standoff with the judiciary, as federal judges threaten criminal contempt proceedings over controversial deportations to El Salvador. Two federal judges have raised the prospect of contempt charges against government officials for allegedly
Finland President calls PM Modi to boost ties in digitalization, mobility
In a significant diplomatic outreach, Finnish President Alexander Stubb held a phone conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday to reaffirm the growing strategic partnership between Finland and India. The discussion focused on deepening collaboration in key areas such as quantum technology,