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Lebanon expels Iranian ambassador; Iran appoints new head of security.
President Donald Trump stated the day prior that the US had participated in “very good and productive talks” with Iran and would delay strikes on energy infrastructure…
Large Fleet En Route to Iran: President Trump Calls on Tehran to Engage in Talks, Warns ‘Time is Limited’
In a post shared on his social media platform Truth Social, the US President noted that this naval deployment exceeds the size of a previous US fleet dispatched to…
US Federal Reserve Meeting Today: How to Watch and What to Anticipate
The current interest rate is set between 3.5% and 3.75%. In December, during the last FOMC meeting, Powell announced a reduction of 25 basis points in interest rates.
India-EU Free Trade Agreement Reshapes India’s Trade Landscape, Openings to Europe While Protecting Sensitive Industries
This agreement positions the European Union as India’s 22nd FTA partner, bolstering New Delhi’s efforts to diversify export markets and lessen reliance on the US in an…
China Sees Historic $40 Billion Fund Outflow in a Week as Investors Flock to Gold: EPFR
Cameron Brandt, Director of Research at EPFR Global, noted that the scale of withdrawals from China-oriented funds was unprecedented and overshadowed trends in other…
Sources report Russia is pulling troops back from an airport in northeast Syria.
Since 2019, Russia has stationed personnel at Qamishli airport in the northeast, a lesser deployment compared to its air base and naval facility along Syria’s…
Impacts of China’s Military Leadership Shakeup on the PLA and Taiwan’s Future
Gen. Zhang Youxia, the highest military official just below President Xi Jinping, is under scrutiny.
Trump hails UK soldiers amid backlash over remarks on Afghanistan
After a discussion with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Trump stated on Truth Social that the “great and very brave soldiers of the United Kingdom will always stand…
Iran’s chief prosecutor refutes Trump’s assertion that Tehran has stopped the execution of 800 inmates.
Dubai (AP) Iran’s chief prosecutor on Friday rejected a statement from US President Donald Trump, asserting that his interference prevented the execution of 800…
Globalization Is No Longer Shaping US Policies; India Needs to Reevaluate Its Strategy: Meera Shankar
In his address, Trump spoke of an “economic miracle” in the US, asserting that his policies had curbed inflation, stimulated growth, and rejuvenated American…
Donald Trump’s Suggested Peace Board: China on Board; France Declines, No Contributions, Other Countries Remain Quiet
Global Invitations: On January 20, China acknowledged a formal invitation from Washington to participate in President Donald Trump’s proposed “Board of Peace.” While…
Trump labels UK’s surrender of Diego Garcia as ‘major folly,’ defends Greenland purchase.
He labeled the move as “great stupidity” and defended the US plans regarding Greenland.
Fed Chair Powell to Participate in US Supreme Court Hearing Regarding Lisa Cook’s Dismissal Case
The Supreme Court is deliberating whether President Donald Trump has the authority to remove Cook, as he indicated he would in late August, in an unprecedented move to…
Valentino Garavani, renowned Italian fashion icon, passes away at 93
This color made its fashion debut in 1959, featured in a strapless cocktail dress of draped tulle, and has since been known as “Valentino red,” becoming the hallmark of…
China calls on the WTO to establish a panel regarding India’s incentive programs for automobiles, batteries, and electric vehicles.
Last October, Beijing claimed that specific conditions within India’s Production Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes for advanced chemistry cell batteries, automobiles, and…
India and UAE Forge Agreements on LNG and Space; Aim for Increased Data Centers and $200 Billion Trade Goal
On Monday, January 19, India and the United Arab Emirates established a range of agreements and identified new cooperative areas during the visit of UAE President Sheikh…
Davos 2026: Global Health Suffers $200 Billion Deficit Amid US Withdrawal; AI Viewed as a Potential Solution
Shyam Bishen, the Head of the Centre for Health and Healthcare at the WEF, indicated that funding shortages are already hindering efforts to enhance health system…
Trump refutes claims of proposing JPMorgan’s Dimon for Federal Reserve chair position.
US President Donald Trump criticized The Wall Street Journal for its article claiming he offered JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon the Federal Reserve chairman position. In…
ATR 42-500 Fisheries Surveillance Plane Disappears Near Maros, South Sulawesi, Indonesia; Search Ongoing for 11 Individuals Aboard
The Indonesia Air Transport plane lost contact with air traffic control at approximately 1:30 pm (0530 GMT) over the Maros area in South Sulawesi province, Andi Sultan…
MEA Explains India’s Absence from ‘BRICS Naval Exercise’ as a South Africa-led Initiative Rather than an Institutional Activity
In response to questions from the media regarding India’s absence from the recently completed naval exercise in Cape Town, MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal pointed out…
US Senators Call on Donald Trump to Ensure Beneficial Pulse Crop Terms in India Trade Agreement Amid Tariff Conflicts
In a letter dated January 16, 2026, Senators Kevin Cramer and Steve Daines urged the President “to advocate for advantageous pulse crop terms in any deal the United…
Economists Caution That Debt and Geopolitical Issues May Hinder Delicate Global Recovery: WEF Report
The global economic outlook has showed slight improvement but remains delicate, as persistent risks from rising debt levels, constricting fiscal space, and changing…
Is Male Pregnancy Possible? U.S. Senator’s Intense Debate with Indian-American Doctor Gains Popularity
A clip featuring a senator and a senior physician debating whether men can get pregnant has taken the internet by storm. Dr. Nisha Verma, an obstetrician and…
JP Morgan Healthcare Conference Highlights Transition to Oral Obesity Treatments and AI-Driven Innovations
Regarding obesity, the industry’s message is becoming increasingly clear: these therapies are firmly entering the mainstream. A significant change currently unfolding is…
India achieves 80th position in the 2026 Henley Passport Index, offering visa-free entry to 55 nations.
Rank Movement: The latest Henley Passport Index for 2026 reveals that India has advanced five positions, reaching the 80th spot. While this shift improves mobility for…
Death toll surpasses 2,500 as Tehran organizes funeral ceremonies for security personnel.
“I have not heard about any executions. If they do proceed with that, you’ll witness some significant developments… We will take very strong action if such a thing…
US Legislator Proposes Bill for Greenland to Become the 51st State: Key Points of the Legislation
Florida Congressman Rep. Randy Fine has proposed the legislation to empower US President Donald Trump to take necessary actions to acquire Greenland, a territory of…
Trump’s 10% Credit Card Interest Rate Limit: Who Gains and Who Suffers?
Many Americans depend on credit cards for daily expenses. For numerous individuals, this reliance comes with a hefty price tag, as credit card interest rates in the US…
US banking organizations caution that a 10% limit on credit card interest rates could severely impact consumers.
In a collective statement, the American Bankers Association (ABA), Bank Policy Institute, Consumer Bankers Association, Financial Services Forum, and Independent…
US to Advocate for Speedier Measures to Decrease Dependency on China for Rare Earth Elements
The meeting, which begins with a dinner on Sunday evening, will include finance ministers or cabinet members from the G7 advanced economies, the European Union…
Bangladesh Experiences New Murder of Hindu Youth Amid Rising Attacks on Minorities
Mahapatro was taken to the intensive care unit at Sylhet MAG Osmani Medical College Hospital, where he eventually succumbed to his injuries. This incident comes in the…