Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has begun a significant diplomatic mission to China, marking the second leg of his first overseas tour since taking office in February. The visit follows a two‑day stop in Malaysia, where Rahman held talks with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and oversaw the signing of multiple cooperation instruments. His China trip […]
A bronze statue of Maharishi Sushruta, revered as one of the earliest surgeons in recorded history, has been unveiled at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, marking a significant moment of recognition for India’s ancient contributions to global medical science. The installation, announced by the Consulate General of India in Scotland, brought together surgeons,
France’s beloved Fête de la Musique, normally a carefree nationwide street celebration marking the start of summer, unfolded very differently this year as the country battled dangerous, record‑breaking heat. What is traditionally an evening of open‑air concerts, packed squares and late‑night gatherings instead became a real‑time demonstration of how European summers are being reshaped by
Iranian security official Ghadir Nezami, Deputy Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, has arrived in New Delhi to participate in the BRICS National Security Advisers’ meeting, a two‑day gathering chaired by India’s NSA Ajit Doval. His visit comes at a time when the expanded 11‑member BRICS bloc is placing unprecedented emphasis on non‑traditional security
The first round of US–Iran negotiations in Switzerland opened with a mix of cautious progress, sharp threats and diplomatic friction, setting the tone for what is expected to be a difficult 60‑day window of talks. Delegations met at the Burgenstock resort after Washington and Tehran signed a 14‑point Memorandum of Understanding, intended to halt the
Global airlines are set to benefit from a sharp decline in jet fuel prices following the recent US–Iran peace agreement, but passengers hoping for cheaper tickets may be disappointed. According to the report, easing oil prices have delivered a major cost windfall for carriers, yet several structural factors mean airfares are unlikely to fall anytime
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has begun a two‑day visit to Mongolia, marking the first leg of his four‑day East Asia tour that will also take him to South Korea. His arrival in Ulaanbaatar signals a renewed push to strengthen India’s engagement with a key strategic partner in the region. During the visit, Jaishankar is
A tragic school shooting in Tacloban City, Philippines, has left the country shaken after two armed minors opened fire during morning classes at San Jose National High School, killing three students and injuring five others. The attack occurred around 9 a.m. local time, prompting chaos as students and teachers scrambled for safety inside the government‑run
Political pressure on UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has intensified, with reports suggesting he may announce his resignation as early as today. According to the article, Starmer has been discussing his future with his family at Chequers, signalling that a decision could be imminent. His potential exit would mark a dramatic reversal for a leader
US President Donald Trump’s push to end the Iran conflict has produced a temporary ceasefire framework, but analysts warn the agreement is fragile and leaves major geopolitical battles unresolved. According to the article, Trump faced mounting pressure from global markets, US allies, and a rapidly widening regional conflict, prompting him to accelerate negotiations that halted
