Category: World

The bestselling British author leaves behind a literary legacy of more than 300 million books sold worldwide, alongside a political career marked by ambition, controversy and an extraordinary public comeback. London: Jeffrey Howard Archer, Baron Archer of Weston-super-Mare, the celebrated British novelist whose tales of ambition, betrayal, power and revenge captivated millions of readers, died on October 5, 2026, at the age of 86. His death marked the end of a remarkable life that moved between the heights of political influence, the triumphs of international publishing and the depths of…

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Islamabad: Pakistan is confronting mounting political, economic and security challenges, with escalating tensions with Afghanistan, domestic protests demanding the release of former prime minister Imran Khan and persistent economic vulnerabilities adding to pressure on the government. The developments have renewed questions about Islamabad’s regional strategy and its ability to contain militancy while addressing the country’s internal problems. Relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan have deteriorated amid mutual accusations over cross-border militancy. Pakistan has accused militant groups operating from Afghan territory of carrying out attacks inside its borders, allegations rejected by the…

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New Delhi: At a time when the world is facing unprecedented levels of mental stress, social fragmentation and global uncertainty, the relevance of Indian values and spiritual traditions has assumed renewed importance. History has repeatedly shown that when material pursuits leave individuals emotionally and spiritually drained, India’s philosophical traditions can offer a different path—one centred on balance, resilience and inner strength. Modern society has made remarkable progress in technology and economic development, yet the growing absence of emotional well-being and inner peace is equally evident. In such circumstances, Indian spirituality…

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Brasília: Brazil’s presidential election has entered a decisive stage, with President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva preparing to intensify his campaign ahead of the October 25 runoff. Lula is expected to meet political allies in Brasília to discuss strategy for the second round and explore ways to broaden his support across the country. The talks are likely to involve politicians who contested Senate and state governor elections in the first round, as both campaigns seek to build wider political alliances. Voter turnout is emerging as a key issue. More than…

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New Delhi: Growing defence cooperation between China and Pakistan is emerging as a significant strategic consideration for India, particularly amid reports of advanced Chinese fighter aircraft being offered or supplied to Pakistan and increasing military cooperation between the two countries. The developments come at a time when the Indian Air Force is dealing with a shortage of operational fighter squadrons while preparing for the possibility of a two-front security challenge involving China and Pakistan. India has traditionally maintained a qualitative military advantage over Pakistan, with platforms such as the Rafale…

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Washington: The United States military is moving toward a leaner command structure and greater reliance on artificial intelligence, autonomous systems and unmanned platforms as warfare increasingly becomes technology-driven. US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is set to implement an additional 20 percent reduction in positions for generals and admirals, building on an earlier proposal for a 10 percent cut. The plan involves eliminating some positions and downgrading others rather than simply removing personnel. The move is part of a broader effort to reduce layers of senior command and streamline decision-making. At…

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New Delhi: India and Canada appear to be moving towards a cautious reset in bilateral ties after nearly two years of diplomatic tensions, with both sides now seeking to place greater emphasis on trade, energy, mobility and strategic cooperation. The recent meeting between External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York marked an important step in the ongoing efforts to stabilise relations. The talks reflected a broader attempt by New Delhi and Ottawa to…

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New Delhi: China’s rapid expansion of its naval capabilities is increasingly extending beyond the western Pacific, raising questions about its future ability to operate farther into the Indian Ocean. While the number of warships and aircraft carriers remains an important indicator of naval strength, the more significant issue is whether Beijing can sustain carrier operations over long distances with trained personnel, technical support and reliable logistics. China has been placing growing emphasis on developing a larger pool of carrier pilots and aviation personnel. Its efforts reportedly include identifying young candidates…

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Geneva: Three days of sharp exchanges between the leaders of the United States, Iran and Israel put the ongoing conflict between them at the centre of the 81st UN General Assembly session in New York, with delegations from dozens of countries walking out during Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address. Trump: “a big decision” on Iran US President Donald Trump opened the tension on September 22, the first day of the session. He said he faced “a big decision”: either strike a deal that gives Iran a chance to rebuild…

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WASHINGTON: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has defended President Donald Trump’s decision to engage directly with Chinese President Xi Jinping, saying sustained communication between Washington and Beijing remains important despite disagreements over trade, technology, critical minerals, supply chains and security. Rubio made the remarks during the United Nations General Assembly in New York as preparations continued for Xi’s September 23–25 visit to the United States. The visit marks another high-level meeting between the two leaders as both governments seek to manage differences while keeping economic and diplomatic channels open.…

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