Lukashenko leads in Belarus presidential election: exit poll
Incumbent President Alexander Lukashenko is leading the 2025 Belarus presidential election with 87.6 per cent of the vote, according to the first exit poll cited by the Belarusian Committee of Youth Organisations. The exit poll showed that the other four candidates received the
US-based AI company Perplexity submits revised bid for TikTok: Report
US-based artificial intelligence (AI) company Perplexity has reportedly submitted a revised proposal to merge with the Chinese short-form video platform TikTok. Last week, US President Donald Trump signed an executive action that delays the enforcement of the nationwide TikTok ban in the US
Colombia buckles: Trump shows how tariff threats will work if nations shun illegal migrants’ deportation
As the US escalates its campaign to round up illegal migrants and deport them on military planes, it overcame opposition from Colombia through threats of tariffs, offering a preview of how President Donald Trump will enforce his campaign promise. After Colombia initially refused
Hockley hopeful of Afghanistan women’s match becoming a beacon of hope
Nick Hockley, the chief executive of Cricket Australia (CA), believes that the exhibition match featuring the Afghanistan women’s cricket team in Melbourne will serve as a “real beacon of hope” for the females of the country. The Afghanistan women’s cricket team, now settled
Gaza sees second hostage swap
Gaza witnessed a second hostage swap as Hamas freed four female Israeli soldiers in exchange for 200 Palestinian prisoners, part of a six-week ceasefire that began on January 19. Earlier on Saturday, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and the Israel Security Agency confirmed
The third eye: President Trump starts his second tenure on expected lines
The series of directives issued by President Donald Trump within hours of his swearing-in was – as expected – unambiguous, assertive, and geopolitically significant. They seemingly confirmed that the new US President was determined to take complete control of the governance, implement the
Tibetans celebrate R-Day, express gratitude to India
The Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) celebrated India’s 76th Republic Day on Sunday, commemorating the day in 1950 when India’s Constitution came into effect. The celebration was attended by officiating Sikyong Tharlam Dolma Changra, Minister for Education, Deputy Speaker Dolma Tsering Teykhang, Minister for
Old Trafford regeneration project to be backed by Manchester govt
Manchester United is collaborating with the Trafford Council and the Greater Manchester Combined Authority to develop plans for the regeneration of the Old Trafford area, with the creation of a world-class stadium for Manchester United at the core of the project. In a
Revocation of security details for former U.S. officials: Implications for Indian foreign policy
In a recent development, U.S. President Donald Trump has revoked security protections for several former high-ranking officials, including former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, former National Security Adviser John Bolton, and former Special Representative for Iran Brian Hook. These individuals have been under
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto Arrives for Four-Day Visit to India Ahead of Republic Day Celebrations
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto arrived in New Delhi on Thursday night for a four-day visit, during which he will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and attend India’s 76th Republic Day Parade. This marks President Prabowo’s first state visit to India. He was received
U.S. Senate Confirms John Ratcliffe as CIA Director
The U.S. Senate has confirmed John Ratcliffe, former Director of National Intelligence (DNI), as the next Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) under President Donald Trump. On Thursday, the Senate voted 74-25 to approve Ratcliffe’s nomination. He had previously served as Trump’s
Rubio Discusses Trump’s Immediate Foreign Policy Priorities with NATO Secretary General
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to outline President Donald Trump’s immediate foreign policy priorities, according to a readout from spokesperson Tammy Bruce. The call took place ahead of President Trump’s remarks at the World Economic
Donald Trump Criticizes ‘Unfair’ Trade Relationship with China, Calls for a ‘Level Playing Field’
Former President Donald Trump expressed hope for a “very good relationship” with China under his leadership while also stressing the importance of establishing a “level playing field” in trade relations. Speaking virtually at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, Trump commented,
Homelessness in the USA: A crisis affecting 38 million people
By: Ashwani Mahajan Homelessness in the United States has reached alarming levels, with approximately 38 million people struggling to secure basic necessities such as food, clothing, and housing. For these individuals, life is a daily battle for survival, often spent on the streets,
India expects accountability on 2023 consulate attack in San Francisco: EAM Jaishankar
Hours after meeting with newly appointed US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar stated that “India expects accountability” for the attack on the Indian consulate in San Francisco in 2023, calling it a “very serious matter” and emphasizing
US Congress passes Laken Riley Act as Donald Trump begins crackdown on immigrants
The Republican-controlled US Congress handed President Donald Trump an early win in his crackdown on illegal immigration on Wednesday, passing a bill to expand pretrial detention for foreign criminal suspects, media reported. This will mark President Trump’s first piece of legislation to be
Elon Musk, Sam Altman fight over Stargate on social media
The xAI owner Elon Musk and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman are engaged in a public dispute on X over Stargate, an ambitious infrastructure project aimed at building data centers for OpenAI across the US. On Tuesday, OpenAI announced its partnership with SoftBank and
Mexico, US in formal talks on bilateral issues, says Mexican Prez Sheinbaum
Mexico and the US have begun formal talks on bilateral issues, including immigration and security, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced. The talks started on Tuesday after newly-appointed US Secretary of State Marco Rubio called his Mexican counterpart, Juan Ramon de la Fuente, according
Australian PM commits additional funding for nation’s green bank
Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced extra funding for the nation’s green bank to boost investment in clean energy projects. Albanese and Chris Bowen, minister for climate change and energy, stated on Thursday that the federal government is directing an additional 2
‘Looking forward to working together on outcome oriented agenda’ EAM Jaishankar on meeting with US NSA Michael Waltz in Washington
India’s External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar met the newly-appointed US National Security Adviser Michael Waltz in Washington D.C. on Tuesday and expressed his eagerness to work together on an active, outcome-oriented agenda. Before meeting with NSA Waltz, EAM Jaishankar also held talks