India-US Trade Pact Talks Active, Says Foreign Secy Kwatra
Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra states India is actively engaged with the US to finalize a mutually beneficial trade agreement. The tone was set during PM Modi's February visit.
Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra states India is actively engaged with the US to finalize a mutually beneficial trade agreement. The tone was set during PM Modi's February visit.
Donald Trump launched a scathing verbal attack on comedian Stephen Colbert, calling him a 'pathetic trainwreck' as 'The Late Night Show' nears its conclusion. Get the full details here.
Scientists uncover a hidden world of gas hydrate mounds and chemosynthetic life deep in the Greenland Sea, reshaping Arctic oceanography and climate understanding. Explore the groundbreaking find.
Bangladesh Nationalist Party's acting chairman Tarique Rahman lands in Dhaka, ending a 17-year exile. His return comes as the nation faces a fresh wave of political instability. Read more.
BNP acting chief Tarique Rahman lands in Dhaka after 17 years abroad. His return, amid election uncertainty and Hasina's absence, could redefine Bangladesh's political future. Read more.
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Tarique Rahman, BNP's acting chairman, returns to Dhaka from London after over 17 years, greeted by massive crowds. Key political move ahead of elections.
North Korea reveals hull of a nuclear-powered submarine, marking progress in Kim Jong Un's weapons program. Kim calls South Korea's similar plans a security threat. Analysis suggests possible Russian tech aid.
The US Justice Department faces intense pressure, calling for volunteers over Christmas to release secret Epstein files. Internal emails reveal a frantic behind-the-scenes scramble. Read the full story.
Yokohama presents its pioneering circular city model at the Asia Smart City Conference, highlighting sustainable urban solutions and partnerships for a resilient future. Discover the key insights.
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The US State Department now requires H-1B and H-4 visa applicants to keep social media profiles public. Learn how this impacts Indian professionals and their families.
China's sole pure-play silver fund plunged by the daily 10% limit after a frenzied rally. The fund manager had issued repeated warnings about unsustainable gains and a dangerous premium. Read more on the precious metals frenzy.
A new Pentagon report warns China's historic military expansion makes the US homeland vulnerable. Read how cyber, space, and nuclear threats reshape the Taiwan scenario.
Tarique Rahman, son of Khaleda Zia, ends 17-year exile, returning to Bangladesh as a key BNP figure and potential PM candidate for February elections. Explore the implications.
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The Centre's 100-metre elevation definition for Aravali hills, adopted by SC, faces criticism for potentially excluding low-lying ranges from mining bans. Experts warn it could undermine conservation. Read the full analysis.
Punjab and Haryana reel under severe cold wave with temperatures as low as 2.2°C. Dense fog disrupts road, rail, and air travel. IMD predicts continued cold conditions. Read for details and safety tips.
Myanmar's military junta holds a controversial election while Aung San Suu Kyi remains absent. Explore the implications of a vote excluding large rebel-held areas. Read our in-depth analysis.
Shahzad Akbar, former adviser to Imran Khan, was brutally assaulted near his Cambridge home. The PTI links the attack to his recent speech against Pakistan's 'martial law regime'. Read the full details.
US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania joined NORAD's Santa-tracking calls from Mar-a-Lago. Trump joked with children about Santa, clean coal, and a 'bad Santa' infiltration, before returning to political messaging. Read the full story.
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Delhi's air quality hits severe levels as a thick smog-fog blanket engulfs the capital. Watch the alarming visuals and understand the causes behind this hazardous pollution episode.
Delhi's AQI improves from severe to very poor, prompting CAQM to revoke Stage-IV GRAP restrictions. BS-IV petrol vehicles from other states can now enter. Read the full update.
A devastating suicide attack targeted a mosque in Nigeria's Gwoza town, killing at least 18 people and injuring many others. Read the full report on the tragic incident and its aftermath.
The S&P 500 surged to a record intraday high of 6,921 points in a shortened Christmas Eve session. Investors are betting on Fed rate cuts in 2025 after mixed economic data. Read the full analysis.
Saudi Arabia's National Centre for Meteorology forecasts rainfall across several regions from Dec 23-31, marking a shift to winter. Stay updated with official bulletins.
Scientists reveal the hooded pitohui, a bird from New Guinea, carries deadly batrachotoxin. Discover how its diet makes it toxic and why it's a marvel of evolution.
Megyn Kelly's explosive interview claims Ben Shapiro and Bari Weiss are creating antisemitism in conservative circles over Israel support. Get the full details on the feud.
President Trump's festive call to troops went awry due to broadcast failures. A live mic caught his frustrated remark, creating an awkward Christmas Eve moment. Read the full details here.