Category: World

Bishkek/New Delhi: India has stepped up its defence diplomacy in Central Asia, with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh holding key bilateral talks with counterparts from Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers’ Meeting in Bishkek. Focus on Kazakhstan Partnership During discussions with Kazakhstan’s Defence Minister Lieutenant General Dauren Kosanov, both sides reviewed ongoing defence cooperation and explored avenues to deepen strategic engagement. The talks emphasized expanding joint training, military exchanges, and capacity-building initiatives aimed at enhancing regional security. India and Kazakhstan have steadily built…

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New Delhi: India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held wide-ranging discussions with United Nations General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock in New Delhi on Tuesday, focusing on multilateral reforms, sustainable development, artificial intelligence, and the evolving situation in West Asia. Focus on Reforming Global Governance During the meeting, Jaishankar emphasized the need to reform global governance institutions to better reflect current geopolitical and economic realities. He underlined that countries of the Global South must have a stronger voice in international decision-making. The discussions also covered the UN’s reform agenda under the…

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Tehran: In a significant development amid ongoing regional tensions, Iran has resumed international commercial flight operations from its capital, Tehran. The Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), the country’s largest aviation hub, restarted passenger services on Saturday morning, marking a cautious step toward normalcy in air travel. According to airport authorities, the first outbound flights after the resumption of services departed for Muscat (Oman), Istanbul (Türkiye), and Madinah (Saudi Arabia). The restoration of these routes has brought relief to stranded passengers and is being closely watched as a potential sign of…

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London: One of the most extraordinary scientific treasures from Jaipur’s royal collection—a massive 17th-century brass astrolabe—is set to go under the hammer at Sotheby’s, London, attracting global attention from collectors and museums alike. Described by experts as both a “supercomputer” and an “ancient smartphone” of its era due to its multifunctional design, the rare astronomical instrument is being hailed as one of the largest and most sophisticated astrolabes ever documented. Benedict Carter, Head of Islamic and Indian Art at Sotheby’s, has called it an unparalleled example of historical scientific craftsmanship…

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Washington: Former U.S. President Donald Trump has reportedly issued a sharp warning in response to Iranian Foreign Minister’s recent diplomatic visit to Russia, escalating already heightened geopolitical tensions. In an interview with Fox News, Trump allegedly warned that if Iran does not reach an agreement within three days, severe consequences could follow, including a major disruption to its oil infrastructure. He claimed that Iran’s oil export capacity could be severely crippled, stating that the country would be left unable to sustain its energy exports. According to Trump, ongoing restrictions have…

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Islamabad/Washington: Diplomatic momentum is building around a possible revival of negotiations between Iran and the United States, even as uncertainty clouds the prospects of direct engagement. Iran’s foreign minister arrived in Islamabad on Friday, coinciding with the expected visit of senior American representatives—an overlap that has fueled speculation of backchannel diplomacy. Uncertain Format for Talks According to statements from Washington, U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner may engage with Iranian officials during their time in Pakistan. However, Iranian state media has downplayed the likelihood of direct, face-to-face meetings, suggesting…

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New Delhi: A reported proposal from a special envoy of former U.S. President Donald Trump has sparked fresh controversy ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with a suggestion to replace Iran with Italy in the tournament scheduled to begin on June 11. According to reports, Trump’s envoy, Paolo Zampolli, has urged FIFA to consider including Italy in place of Iran. The proposal comes amid escalating geopolitical tensions and follows Trump’s recent criticism of Pope Leo XIV over his stance on U.S. immigration policies and opposition to war involving Iran.…

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New Delhi: In the evolving landscape of global geopolitics, the idea of a “Lakshman Rekha”—a symbolic red line—has emerged as more than just a metaphor. It represents a calculated strategy of deterrence, signalling, and psychological pressure. This approach has been closely associated with the foreign policy posture of former U.S. President Donald Trump, particularly in dealing with adversaries like Iran. Rather than defining a physical boundary, such “red lines” serve as political warnings—implicit thresholds that, if crossed, could trigger strong retaliatory action. Analysts view this as part of a broader…

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Lucknow: The Placement Cell (Main Campus), University of Lucknow, in association with the Mahatma Gandhi International Employment Studies Chair, is set to organize the Mega Placement Drive 2026 on 23 April 2026. The event is being conducted in collaboration with the Rozgaar Mission, Uttar Pradesh and the Directorate of Employment, Government of Uttar Pradesh. The placement drive will be held at the A. P. Sen Auditorium, Old Campus, University of Lucknow, with the process beginning from 09:00 AM onwards. A total of 16 reputed companies will participate in the drive,…

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Nicosia: Leaders of the European Union are moving toward developing a clearer and more coordinated response mechanism in case a member state faces armed aggression and formally seeks assistance under existing treaties. The discussion has gained urgency amid rising geopolitical tensions, with Nikos Christodoulides calling for practical clarity on how the bloc’s mutual defence clause—Article 42.7—should function. While the provision legally obligates all 27 member nations to support a state under attack, it has never been activated, leaving significant uncertainty about its real-world implementation. Christodoulides emphasised that despite the legal…

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