Category: World

New Delhi: In international politics and global commerce, trade agreements are never merely about numbers or tariff percentages. They reflect a nation’s sovereignty, the firmness of its leadership, and the direction of its future. Seen in this light, the recent India–United States trade understanding—under which a proposed 50 per cent tariff has been reduced to 18 per cent—emerges as a significant and far-reaching development. Beyond offering economic relief, the decision underscores shifting global power equations and India’s enhanced bargaining capacity on the world stage. The evolution of this agreement vindicates…

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Washington / New Delhi: The trade agreement between India and the United States announced in February 2026 is being projected as a landmark achievement, yet the absence of transparency and conflicting claims from Washington and New Delhi have raised serious doubts about its true nature. Rather than a clear-cut “historic breakthrough,” many observers see the deal as a political signal or a confidence-building gesture, wrapped in ambiguity. At the heart of the controversy is the lack of publicly available documentation. The Indian government has not released the full text, written…

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Balochistan | A new and troubling dimension has emerged in Pakistan’s restive Balochistan province as armed women have begun appearing prominently in insurgent activities, signalling a deeper social and strategic shift within the Baloch resistance movement. Recent coordinated attacks by Baloch militants across 12 locations in the province targeted security forces, police units and civilian infrastructure, leaving at least 10 security personnel dead and further destabilising the region’s fragile security environment. The attacks have visibly shaken both the provincial government and the military establishment. Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti appeared publicly distressed…

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New Delhi | Recent geopolitical developments have reignited a global debate over Iran’s strategic options in an increasingly volatile world order. The controversial US military action in Venezuela—reportedly involving the forcible transfer of President Nicolás Maduro to New York—has shocked the international community and raised serious questions about sovereignty, international law and the future balance of global power. Critics argue that such actions signal a shift toward unilateralism, where military and economic power override diplomatic norms. Against this backdrop, fears are growing that similar pressure tactics could be extended to countries…

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Kyiv | Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Sunday announced that the next round of peace talks between Russia and Ukraine will be held in Abu Dhabi on February 4 and 5. The talks will be conducted in a trilateral format, with representatives from Ukraine, Russia and the United States expected to participate. In a post on Telegram, President Zelenskyy said he had received an update from Ukraine’s negotiation team confirming the dates of the upcoming meeting. “The dates for the next trilateral meeting have been finalised. Ukraine is ready for…

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London– Far from the golden deserts of Dubai and its sprawling marble palaces, a Jordanian princess has chosen a quiet village in Wales as her new home. Princess Haya bint Hussein, daughter of the King of Jordan, is transforming an old country house into a secure and comfortable residence, leaving behind the opulence of Dubai. The 51-year-old princess, who divorced Dubai ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum in 2019, received one of the largest divorce settlements in history, reportedly amounting to £554 million. Following the split, she decided to…

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Washington – The Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has issued a caution regarding the Nipah virus, describing it as a “rare but serious disease.” He emphasized that the recent cases are confined to India, with no reports of infections from other countries. Third Case in West Bengal Since First Detection Dr. Tedros noted on X (formerly Twitter) that two new cases of Nipah virus infection have been reported in West Bengal, marking the third recorded instance in the state since the virus was first identified…

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Washington: The persona and policies of U.S. President Donald Trump present a striking paradox for global politics. While he positions himself as a champion of peace and even seeks recognition through the Nobel Peace Prize, many of his actions and statements have produced instability, fear, and conflict worldwide. His attempts at diplomacy often coexist with threats, economic sanctions, and aggressive rhetoric, raising questions about the true nature of his “peace initiatives.” Trump’s proposed plan for peace in Gaza exemplifies this contradiction. Marketed as a humanitarian effort, the plan has been…

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