Just hours after Donald Trump praised the 'special relationship' between India and the US, his trade advisor Peter Navarro stirred controversy by accusing India of profiting from Russian oil imports. Elon Musk’s X swiftly fact-checked Navarro’s claim, branding it misleading. The move enraged Navarro, who alleged Musk was enabling 'propaganda' on the platform, intensifying tensions between Washington, New Delhi, and social media giants.
The infamous Sinaloa Cartel remains a dominant force in narcotics trafficking, especially fentanyl, entering the US with deadly synthetic drugs. In this exclusive, Professor Sebastián A. Cutrona of Liverpool Hope University breaks down the cartel’s operations and how President Trump's tariffs on Mexico might actually exacerbate the drug crisis instead of solving it.
India at the United Nations reaffirmed its stance of dialogue and diplomacy as the way forward to end the conflict in Ukraine and said that New Delhi stands ready to support diplomatic efforts for an early end to the conflict.
Guyana is once again in the global spotlight as President Irfaan Ali claims victory in the general election. But how much do you really know about this small yet geopolitically significant country in South America? Here are five key things to know about Guyana -- The only English-speaking nation in South America, Its roots as a nation of slavery heirs, Could Guyana become the new Qatar thanks to oil wealth? The ancient territorial dispute with Venezuela that still threatens stability and a history marked by a deadly cult tragedy.
In the aftermath of devastating floods that again paralyzed Gurugram, environmentalist Vimlendu Jha has called for the immediate sacking of the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) Commissioner. The city remains crippled each monsoon with massive waterlogging and infrastructure failures. Watch as expert reveal the ground realities behind this recurring civic crisis and demand accountability from city authorities.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said India can play a key role in ending the Russia-Ukraine war by using its close ties with Moscow. He acknowledged PM Modi’s recent talks with President Putin stressing a speedy peace deal and called India’s role crucial for restoring stability in Europe.
FM Nirmala Sitharaman has unveiled sweeping GST reforms ahead of the festive season. The GST Council approved a simplified two-slab structure with steep tax cuts: essentials now at 5%, most items at 18%, and 'sin' or luxury goods at 40%, all effective from September 22, the first day of Navaratri. Here’s what’s getting cheaper and what’s not.
Venezuela’s opposition is demanding answers after a U.S. strike caused a deadly boat explosion, killing 11 people. While Washington claims it was part of an anti-drug operation, critics accuse the U.S. of hiding the truth. The incident has sparked protests and deepened political tensions.
At Beijing’s V-Day parade, China unveiled the DF-5C, a liquid-fueled ICBM boasting a staggering 20,000 km range—capable of striking any target worldwide. Designed to deter war, the missile carries multiple MIRVs, achieves hypersonic speeds, and features advancements for faster launch and higher precision.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the second day of Semicon India 2025 in Delhi, where he examined a nanochip and discussed India’s semiconductor roadmap. The event highlights India’s ambition to emerge as a global hub for chip design, electronics manufacturing, and innovation.
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