Day: March 13, 2025

New Delhi: The Dalai Lama, the revered spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism, has reaffirmed that his successor will emerge from the “free world,” a term he used to indicate regions beyond China’s influence, according to reports by Radio Free Asia (RFA). China, however, has insisted that the selection of the next Dalai Lama must align with its legal framework, asserting its control over Tibetan Buddhism and rejecting any process that occurs outside its jurisdiction, RFA reported. Historical and Political Context Tibetan tradition holds that the Dalai Lama is reincarnated after…

Washington: US Vice President JD Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance are reportedly set to visit India later this month, according to sources familiar with the plans, as reported by Politico. This will mark Vance’s second international trip as vice president, following his recent visit to Germany and France. Usha Vance, who has Indian heritage, is the daughter of Indian immigrants to the United States. Trade Discussions Amid Diplomatic Visit The visit is expected to take place at a time when the US and India are engaged in discussions over…

Washington, DC – The White House has raised concerns over India’s import duties on American agricultural goods and alcoholic beverages, as part of a broader critique of tariffs imposed on the United States by various nations. Speaking at a press briefing on Tuesday, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt underscored President Donald Trump’s stance on fair and reciprocal trade policies. She reiterated that the administration is committed to protecting American industries from what it views as unfair trade practices. Leavitt also took aim at Canada’s tariff policies, stating that they…

Washington: The United States is mounting pressure on India to purchase either its F-21 or F-15EX fighter jets. The Indian Air Force (IAF) is planning to procure 114 multi-role fighter aircraft under its MRFA (Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft) program. However, this pressure from the US comes at a time when trade disputes between the two nations have escalated, with Washington threatening to impose tariffs on Indian goods. Additionally, former US President Donald Trump had previously offered India the advanced F-35 stealth fighter jet. According to media reports, the US has indicated…

Islamabad: In a high-stakes military operation, the Pakistan Army successfully rescued 346 hostages from the Jaffer Express passenger train in Balochistan’s Bolan district. The standoff, which lasted over 24 hours, concluded with security forces eliminating 50 militants belonging to the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) Majeed Brigade. Pakistan Army Eliminates 50 Attackers According to official sources, the military campaign to free the hostages has been completed. Approximately 350 people were taken captive, and as per confirmed reports, 346 passengers were rescued. The military engaged in intense combat with the armed insurgents,…

Washington: U.S. authorities have intensified their search for 20-year-old Indian student Sudhiksha Konanki, who went missing in the first week of March from the Dominican Republic. Investigators have identified a 24-year-old individual for questioning in connection with the case. Sudhiksha, a permanent resident of the United States, was last seen on March 6 at the Riu Republic Resort in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. Extensive Search Operations Launched According to a CNN report, investigations conducted up to the seventh day have revealed that Sudhiksha, a student at the University of Pittsburgh,…