The US President says Ukraine war ceasefire deal is close
The US President says Ukraine war ceasefire deal is close
Says Kyiv must be part of any negotiations
Agreement includes US rights to South Caucasus transit corridor
Overall unemployment rate at 6.9% in July
Berlin halts military exports to Tel Aviv
Polish PM says freeze in conflict close; Russian Prez briefs Xi
'India has to keep a very close watch on what happens on August 15. Anything can happen, there can be negotiations. Donald Trump has said that there will be talks on territory...Both Russia and Ukraine will have to compromise... If peace is established between Russia and America, there is normalisaton of ties-- it will have a global impact. It will definitely have an impact on India. It will have an impact on Europe and on Ukraine,' Saran said.
The UAE today carried out its 67th humanitarian airdrop over the Gaza Strip as part of its 'Birds of Goodness' initiative under the wider Operation Chivalrous Knight 3.
An earthquake of magnitude 6.1 struck the Kuril Islands on Saturday evening, as reported by the National Centre for Seismology (NCS).
The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) said that residents of the Gaza Strip are facing a severe shortage of basic hygiene supplies.
India on Saturday welcomed the understanding reached between the United States and the Russian Federation for a meeting in Alaska on August 15.
'I spoke with UK Prime Minister @Keir_Starmer. I am grateful for the support. We share the same view on the need for a truly lasting peace for Ukraine and on the danger of Russia's plan to reduce everything to discussing the impossible,' Zelenskyy said.
China's aggressive push to construct the world's largest hydropower dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo is more than a developmental project; it's a strategic weapon in Beijing's escalating water war against South Asia, reports Borderlens.
The investigation, conducted by UK-China Transparency (UKCT), surveyed academics in Chinese studies programmes across Britain. The findings, reported by Breitbart London, claim that Chinese students studying in the UK are being pressured by CCP officials and police to gather intelligence on classmates, academic discussions, and campus events.
Beijing's push to intensify Sinicization across the Tibetan Plateau has taken a significant step forward, with the Communist Party of China's top Tibetan leader announcing that the Tibetan language will no longer be a core subject in the region's national college entrance examination for most students, Tibetan Review reported on August 7, citing the Financial Times.
Chinese nationals applying for permanent residency in Taiwan through family-based channels will soon have to prove they have renounced their Chinese passports, under a draft amendment from Taiwan's Ministry of the Interior (MOI), Focus Taiwan reported.
According to the NY Post, the suspect was arrested at the scene, and a firearm was recovered too. The gunman has not been identified due to his age, and till now, charges have not been filed.
Amnesty International's report reveals severe caste and religion-based discrimination against Pakistan's sanitation workers, mainly Christians and Hindus. They face hazardous work, low pay, job insecurity, and social stigma, with little legal protection, highlighting systemic human rights violations and exploitation.
The rise of the Tablighi Jamaat in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is changing Pashtun culture, promoting strict religious rules, and preparing followers for extremism. Critics say it weakens Pashtun identity and nationalism, helping the Pakistani state control the region and support Islamist groups like the Taliban.
Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum rejected reports of US military entering Mexico to fight cartels, emphasizing cooperation without invasion. The US labelled several cartels as terrorist groups, but Mexico insists on joint efforts and intelligence sharing. Senator Tom Cotton supports U.S. action against cartels.
Afghanistan's electricity imports from Tajikistan have dropped, causing shortages in Kabul. Despite using thermal generators, supply lasts only 12-13 hours daily. Officials urge large investments in domestic energy. A $10 billion plan for 10,000 MW renewable projects was recently signed to address the crisis.
Afghan refugee mothers in Pakistan's Chagai district fear forced deportation after their protective PoR cards expired. They face losing safety, education, and dignity in Taliban-ruled Afghanistan, while aid cuts and police raids worsen conditions. Human rights groups condemn Pakistan's actions as inhumane.
Afghanistan faces a major crisis as 1.5 million migrants, nearly half women and girls, are forcibly deported from neighboring countries in 2025. The UN warns of increased risks like poverty and violence, while the caretaker government denies these concerns, claiming women's rights are protected.
Protests on the Karakoram Highway have halted trade between Pakistan and China for 20 days, opposing taxation and customs delays in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan (PoGB). Protesters demand tax exemptions and clearance of stuck goods, warning of escalation if their legal demands are not met.
Former MoS MJ Akbar said President Trump might be seen as the most socialist US president for challenging free trade and promoting protectionism, calling it a 'socialist response' to competition with capitalist products seen during the Cold War and Soviet Union era.
Internet in Balochistan has been suspended until August 31 to curb armed groups' communication, disrupting education, businesses, and media. The move faces criticism from students, entrepreneurs, journalists, and human rights groups, who call it a violation of civil liberties and harmful to the region's economy and access to information.
Brazil's President Lula signed a law easing environmental permits but vetoed key parts to protect strict licensing rules. The move balances development and environmental protection, keeping Brazil's deforestation and emission reduction goals on track, amid pressure from activists and political challenges.
Nepal is celebrating Janai Purnima, a festival where Hindu devotees perform ritual baths and tie sacred threads--'Janai' across the body and 'Rakshya Bandhan' on the wrist. The festival honors traditions, offers protection, and includes fairs and special foods like Kwanti soup.
The Sindh High Court extended the interim suspension of K-Electric CEO Moonis Alvi's removal over workplace harassment allegations until September 12. Alvi challenged the ombudsman's decision, citing jurisdiction issues, while the complainant seeks to set aside the court's interim order.