Trump ‘very frustrated’ with Zelensky, says US NSA Mike Waltz
US National Security Advisor Mike Waltz said on Thursday that President Donald Trump is “very, very frustrated” with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, highlighting the growing tensions between the Trump administration and Kyiv. During a White House briefing, Waltz declined to answer whether Trump
Kash Patel starts tenure with a warning to America’s enemies
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel began his historic tenure on Thursday as the first Indian American to lead the premier investigative agency with a strong warning to America’s enemies: “We will hunt you down in every corner of this planet.”
Mexican President Sheinbaum says she does not fear Trump’s threats
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has stated that she does not fear US President Donald Trump’s threats of mass deportations, trade tariffs, and military intervention, asserting that she has the full support of the Mexican people. During her daily press conference on Wednesday, Sheinbaum
China hails India’s rising influence and power in Asia
In a positive signal for India-China relations, a Chinese diplomat on Thursday praised India’s growing influence in Asia, highlighting its strong performance in the 2024 Asia Power Index. “India has become the third most powerful and influential country in Asia, after the US
US chip tariffs: No major short-term impact on India
India is unlikely to face any significant short-term consequences due to the recent US tariffs on semiconductors, as the country is not a major exporter of chips to the US, said the India Electronics and Semiconductor Association (IESA) on Thursday. According to Ashok
US to cut $50B from Pentagon, may fire generals
The administration of President Donald Trump is reportedly planning to cut $50 billion from the Pentagon budget and reallocate it to priority areas, including border security and missile defense. According to Military Times, Acting Deputy Secretary of Defense Robert Salesses has instructed defense
From Dhaka to Delhi, experts support Trump’s strong stance against USAID’s role in destabilizing sovereign governments
Analysts, politicians, diplomats, and strategic experts from India and its neighboring countries have backed US President Donald Trump’s criticism of USAID’s alleged involvement in influencing elections and political landscapes in India, Bangladesh, and Nepal. Speaking at the FII Priority Summit in Miami, Trump
EAM Jaishankar to attend G20 meeting in Johannesburg
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will visit Johannesburg, South Africa, on February 20-21 to participate in the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (FMM) at the invitation of Ronald Lamola, South Africa’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced
Rishi Sunak praises PM Modi’s vision, calls UK-India ties vital
Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak expressed admiration for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for India, calling it “always exciting.” Sunak, who met PM Modi along with his family in New Delhi on Tuesday evening, described the meeting as a wonderful opportunity to
Zelensky responds to Trump’s claim, calls it ‘disinformation’
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed former US President Donald Trump’s claim that his approval rating is only 4 percent, stating that Trump is living in a “disinformation space.” “Unfortunately, President Trump, who we respect as the leader of the American people, lives in
Kash Patel moves closer to becoming FBI director
Kash Patel has taken a significant step toward becoming the first Indian American to lead the FBI, as the US Senate narrowly approved a procedural vote to advance his nomination for a full confirmation. The Senate voted 48-45 along party lines to begin
Trump questions $21 million US funding for voter turnout in India
US President Donald Trump has backed the decision to cancel a $21 million grant meant for voter turnout efforts in India, questioning why such funds were allocated to a country with substantial financial resources. Speaking at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida, Trump criticized
Australian PM: Interest Rate Cut Won’t Affect Election Timing
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has stated that the Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) decision to cut interest rates will not influence the timing of the upcoming general election. Speaking on Tuesday night, Albanese told the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) radio that the
Delta plane flips on landing at Toronto airport, all 80 on board survive
A Delta plane flipped over on landing at Toronto Pearson Airport on February 17, 2025, but miraculously, all 80 people on board survived. The incident occurred during the flight’s arrival from Minneapolis amid strong gusts of wind and blowing snow. The plane, a
What caused the plane crash in Toronto, and how did everyone manage to survive?
Passengers aboard a Delta flight that crash-landed in Toronto on Monday afternoon have described their astonishment after nearly all of them escaped unharmed. The flight, carrying 80 people, experienced a harrowing crash sequence when it skidded along the runway in flames before flipping
Casemiro: Real Madrid never gives up against Man City
Casemiro, Manchester United’s holding midfielder who joined the club from Real Madrid in 2022, has expressed that he was not surprised by Real Madrid’s remarkable comeback win against Manchester City in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League. Having been a part
Hasina accuses Yunus govt of turning Bangladesh into terrorism hub
Ousted Prime Minister of Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina has accused the Mohammed Yunus-led interim government of transforming the country into a hub of terrorism and lawlessness. Hasina vowed to return to Bangladesh, promising justice for the families suffering under the regime and assuring accountability
African Union Summit highlights reparations and elections
The 38th Ordinary Session of the African Union (AU) Assembly of the Heads of State and Government opened in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, focusing on reparations and the election of senior AU Commission leadership. The two-day meeting, which includes African leaders and heads of
Russian officials in Riyadh for Trump-Putin talks
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and Presidential aide Yuri Ushakov are heading to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to meet with a US delegation, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, and Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff. The meeting on Tuesday
US Secretary of State Rubio in Riyadh for Gaza and Ukraine talks
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Riyadh for talks with Saudi officials, focusing on a controversial US proposal for Gaza. This visit marks Rubio’s first Middle East tour as the top US diplomat. Rubio’s trip to Saudi Arabia follows US President