Category: World

Strasbourg, France: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced that the European Union is significantly increasing its financial and military support for Ukraine while preparing a new round of sanctions against Russia. During her recent State of the Union speech, von der Leyen stated that the bloc is working with allies on a 19th set of sanctions. These measures are designed to accelerate the phasing out of Russian fossil fuels and target Russia’s “shadow fleet.” The EU has already committed up to 170 billion euros in financial and military…

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NEW YORK/WASHINGTON – In a bold move to protect children from the negative impacts of the online world, Australia has decided to ban all social media platforms, including YouTube, for children under the age of 16. This decisive action is a critical step towards safeguarding the future of the younger generation. For countries like India, where digital addiction is rampant, such a policy is not just necessary—it’s urgent. It’s time for India to establish clear laws to protect the digital rights of children, raise awareness among parents, and help children…

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WASHINGTON/NEW YORK – US President Donald Trump has expressed confidence that ongoing trade negotiations between India and the United States will lead to a positive outcome without major obstacles. His recent remarks, which signal a shift in tone, come after a period of strained relations and are being viewed as a significant step toward improving bilateral ties. Recently President Trump announced on his social media platform, Truth Social, that he was pleased to see negotiations continuing to address trade barriers. “I look forward to speaking with my very good friend, Prime…

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Washington: With global trade wars at their peak, sparked by recent “Trump tariffs,” many nations including India have begun forging new diplomatic equations to strengthen their economies in the global market. In this context, the recently concluded Shanghai Summit has garnered significant attention for championing the concept of the “Global South” against the monopolistic policies of Western countries. The 2025 Shanghai Conference was held in Tianjin, China, with all member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) in attendance. This included China, India, Russia, and Central Asian nations, who engaged…

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Jalalabad – A powerful 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan just after midnight on August 31, 2025, leaving a trail of immense tragedy. The quake claimed the lives of approximately 1,400 people and injured over 3,000. Its epicenter was located just 27 kilometers east of Jalalabad, near the Afghanistan-Pakistan border, at a dangerously shallow depth of only 8 to 10 kilometers. This minimal depth caused the seismic energy to unleash a horrifying level of destruction, completely burying several villages. The most severe devastation was reported in Nangarhar province. The United…

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Washington | The 21st edition of the India–US joint military exercise Yudh Abhyas 2025 is underway at Fort Wainwright in Alaska, showcasing the growing defense cooperation between the two nations. The exercise, which began last week with an opening ceremony, will continue until September 14. According to the Indian Embassy in Washington, soldiers from both countries carried out live-fire drills in Alaska on Monday. Around 450 personnel from each side are taking part, focusing on field training, command post operations, and subject-matter exchanges. This year’s exercise, one of the largest…

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New York | US President Donald Trump faced a mixed reception at the US Open final on Sunday, where his arrival delayed the much-anticipated clash between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz by nearly 50 minutes due to heightened security measures. As Trump appeared on the big screen during the national anthem at Arthur Ashe Stadium, applause quickly gave way to loud jeers. The boos continued when he reappeared later, with some spectators visibly leaving their seats during the delay. Social media showed long queues and empty seats as fans waited…

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Kathmandu | Violent clashes erupted in Kathmandu on Monday as Generation Z-led protests against alleged corruption and a sweeping government ban on social media platforms spiraled out of control, leaving at least eight people dead and hundreds injured, according to local media reports. The demonstrations, which began at Maitighar, escalated when protesters stormed the Federal Parliament complex in New Baneshwor and breached restricted zones. Security forces responded with water cannons, tear gas, rubber bullets, and aerial firing. Despite the crackdown, demonstrators hurled stones and engaged in fierce confrontations with police.…

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Washington/Caracas: Venezuela has ramped up military preparations along its borders and called upon its youth to join citizen militias after President Nicolás Maduro warned of the “biggest threat of the century” in the region. His remarks came in response to the U.S. deploying a fleet of heavily armed warships near Venezuelan waters under President Donald Trump’s administration. Maduro accused the United States of stationing eight warships, armed with nearly 1,200 missiles, close to Venezuelan territory, branding the move “criminal, immoral, and a bloody threat.” He declared that if attacked, Venezuela…

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