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PM Modi meets Vivek Ramaswamy at Blair House in Washington
Vivek Ramaswamy, a billionaire entrepreneur who quit Doge, has called India a reliable partner in the past and has been all praises of PM Modi.
Read moreGovernment watchdogs fired by Trump sue his administration, seek reinstatement
The lawsuit, submitted on Wednesday in federal court in Washington, requests that a judge declare the firings unlawful and reinstate the inspectors general to their respective positions
Read morePakistan Army suffers 'heavy casualties' following ceasefire violation along LoC
The ceasefire violation by Pakistan in the Krishna Ghati sector came a day after two Indian Army personnel including a captain were killed in an improvised explosive device (IED) explosion triggered by suspected terrorists near the LoC in the Akhnoor sector of Jammu district
Read moreTrump dials Zelensky for ‘long conversation’ following 90-minute call with Putin
Before talking to Zelensky, Trump held a phone call with his Russian counterpart and agreed that talks to end the war in Ukraine would start “immediately”
Read moreChina builds economic fortress as US trade pressure mounts: Report
China is ramping up self-sufficiency in key industries like EVs, semiconductors, and AI to counter US trade restrictions, though challenges in chip production and global market tensions persist.
Read moreJordan king offers to take 2,000 sick children from Gaza as Trump doubles down on ‘takeover’ plan
"I think one of the things that we can do right away is take 2,000 children, cancer children who are in a very ill state, that is possible," said King Abdullah as Trump pushed his Gaza takeover plan
Read moreTrump eyes $1 trillion from reciprocal tariffs, risks sowing uncertainty & widening trade conflict
Even as US President Donald Trump is looking forward to boosting the economy on the back of reciprocal tariffs, critics say there are risks of sowing uncertainty with country-specific tariffs and widening trade conflicts if deals are not reached
Read moreApple CEO Tim Cook teases new product launch on February 19th, iPhone SE 4 likely to be unveiled
While Apple hasn’t officially confirmed anything about the iPhone SE 4, industry insiders and leaks have painted a fairly detailed picture of what to expect
Read moreIsrael de-links itself from Trump threat, backs Gaza ceasefire deal for hostage release schedule
Trump had earlier suggested that Israel should demand the release of all remaining hostages– believed to be over 70– or, failing that, resume military operations in Gaza
Read moreModi in US Updates | PM Modi, Trump talk terror, tariff and trade on ‘substantive, productive’ visit
Modi in US Live: The high-octane meeting between PM Modi and Donald Trump comes at a time when Potus has announced a slurry of tariffs, triggering a trade war. Trump has also announced his plan to impose reciprocal tariffs on trading partners, raising concerns about disrupting global supply chains and hike in inflation at home
Read moreMission 500, F-35 jets and more… What PM Modi and Trump discussed for 4 hours
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump held a nearly four-hour long meeting at the White House during which they discussed a host of deals — from Washington supplying F-35 fighter jets to ‘Mission 500’ in trade
Read moreOver 70% Indians are targeted by AI dating scams, 61% may develop feelings for AI bots: McAfee
AI romance or dating scams aren’t the only problem—fraudsters are also impersonating celebrities to lure people in. About 42 per cent of respondents reported that they or someone they know had been contacted by a scammer pretending to be a famous person
Read moreTrump blames Biden for Russian invasion of Ukraine, says war began over Nato membership
Former US President Donald Trump has criticised Joe Biden’s stance on Ukraine’s Nato membership, blaming it for triggering Russia’s invasion. He said that Biden’s comments on Ukraine joining the alliance provoked Moscow into launching the war.
Read moreTrump wants peace. Ukrainians fear what that might look like
Trump and Putin want to make a deal. But Ukrainians question how life after a ceasefire will work.
Read moreA warm hug, a book and a chair: Special gestures of President Trump for PM Modi, 3 moments
Trump and Modi's relationship is a strong personal bond that comes out through thoughtful gestures during their meetings. PM Modi and Trump's meeting at the White House on Friday (February 14) was no exception
Read moreEven as Trump declares Brics dead, here's why it's important to India
Despite US President Donald Trump threatening Brics with 100% tariffs and declaring its death, the group remains important to India and is central to India's multilateral engagement to secure national interests
Read moreTrump announces three-way talks on Ukraine war
But a Ukrainian official says talks with Russia "are not expected" and Moscow does not comment.
Read more'He's a great leader...not even a contest': 7 things Trump said about PM Modi
During the leaders' joint press conference, Trump said about the PM, 'He is a much tougher negotiator than me, and he is a much better negotiator than me. There is not even a contest'
Read more‘India at top of pack’: What are Trump’s reciprocal tariffs? Which countries will be hit?
Donald Trump has announced reciprocal tariffs, as he said that India has ‘more tariffs than nearly any other country’. This came ahead of his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Washington. But what are these taxes and how will they impact India?
Read moreTrump announces extradition of 26/11 plotter Tahawwur Rana, calls on Pakistan to punish terrorists
President Donald Trump said that radical Islamic terror is the common enemy of India and the United States as he pledged to extradite the plotters of the 26/11 terror attack in Mumbai. The remarks from the president came at a joint conference with Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Read moreModi hails US-India 'mega partnership' in Trump meeting
Trump and Modi, who share warm personal ties, met in the shadow of trade tensions complicating US-India relations.
Read moreTrump launches plan to target countries with new tariffs
The US president ordered his staff to develop a response to countries with trade policies he says are unfair.
Read more'I will leave Bangladesh to PM Modi': Trump on regime change in Dhaka
When asked about the role of the US in the ongoing crisis in Bangladesh, US President Donald Trump dodged the question and said, “I’ll leave Bangladesh to PM Modi."
Read moreUS will sell F-35 fighter jets to India, says Trump: Why this is a game-changer for New Delhi
At a joint press conference with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, US President Donald Trump announced the sale of F-35 stealth fighter jets to India. This marks New Delhi’s entry into an elite club of countries having such aircraft. The Lockheed Martin-developed jet is considered one of the world’s most advanced jets in the world
Read moreModi-Trump meet sharpens focus on 4Ts — trade, tariffs, terror and tough talk
The talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump revolved around the '4Ts' of trade, tariffs, terror, and tough talk
Read moreWhat is Doge and why is Musk cutting so many jobs?
US President Donald Trump’s new agency is tasked with slashing costs - but faces opposition.
Read moreTikTok returns to Apple and Google app stores in the US
TikTok is again available on app stores in the US after President Donald Trump delayed a ban on the app.
Read moreRFK Jr sworn in as US Health and Human Services chief
Kennedy will oversee the US health industry including food safety, pharmaceuticals and vaccinations.
Read moreCyclone Zelia forces port shutdowns, emergency warnings in Western Australia coast
Ports and operations were shut down as emergency warnings were issued.
Read moreTop prosecutor resigns after being told to drop case against NYC mayor Eric Adams
Danielle Sassoon quit rather than follow an order to drop a corruption case against Eric Adams, saying it set " dangerous precedent".
Read moreOn Trump’s F-35 sale remark, India says ‘it is at the state of proposal’ and not formal acquisition
Despite US President Donald Trump saying India is going to purchase F-35 warplanes, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri has clarified that the formal process for any such acquisition has not yet started
Read moreTahawwur Rana extradition, F-35 sale and more: 15 key takeaways from Modi-Trump talks
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump engaged in a wide-ranging discussion at the White House, covering defence, trade, security, and global affairs, with major takeaways including the F-35 deal, India's stance on Ukraine, and extradition of Tahawwur Rana
Read moreTrump pushes for summit with Putin & Xi as he eyes for a 'shake-up' in the world order
Trump - who has cast himself in his second term as a global peacemaker - also said he would consider a summit with Putin and China's Xi Jinping "when things calm down."
Read more'He is much better, tougher negotiator than me': Trump on talks with Modi
When asked who was the tougher negotiator between him and Modi regarding the tariffs, Trump made it clear that PM Modi takes the cake in this regard
Read moreWatch | Trump tells Modi 'we missed you a lot' as he hugs Indian PM when they met
PM Modi received a warm welcome at the White House from US President Donald Trump, who highlighted their longstanding friendship and the importance of their partnership.
Read morePM Modi announces new Indian consulates in Boston and Los Angeles, invites Trump to visit India
The remarks from PM Modi came while he was addressing a joint press conference with Trump. He said that these consulates would deepen the "people-to-people" ties between India and the United States
Read moreF-35 sale to India: Trade for Trump, defence strategy for PM Modi as Pakistan swivels to China
With the US approving F-35 sales and Russia proposing Su-57 production in India, New Delhi faces a tricky choice in its fighter jet modernisation
Read moreOn anti-India activities in US, Trump first ducks over ‘accent’ and then says 'more [action] to follow’
When asked about the pro-Khalistani activities in the US and Canada, Trump attempted to dodge the question by saying he couldn't hear the question. "You're gonna have to go louder...," Trump said. When the reporter tried to ask the question again Trump said that he couldn't understand "a word he's saying"
Read more‘The boss of everyone and everything’: Donald Trump seeks to influence many spheres - Peter Baker
New York Times: Trump is increasingly trying to enforce his will on all areas.
Read moreOnly Trump has copyright on the word ‘deal’: PM Modi at joint presser
The prime minister made these remarks as he attempted to duck a question on any upcoming business deal with billionaire Elon Musk
Read more'Viksit Bharat 2047 means Make India Great Again': PM Modi in joint presser with Trump
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that his agenda of "Viksit Bharat 2047," means "Make India Great Again," giving his twist to Trump's famous slogan "Make America Great Again"
Read moreFrom Maga to Viksit Bharat: How Trump and Modi frame national interest
With Maga prioritising American interests and Viksit Bharat shaping India's future, both leaders reinforce their commitment to nationalism and economic growth
Read more‘They need it, we have it’: At presser with Modi, Trump offers to sell oil and gas to India
Trump told the media that both he and PM Modi will discuss various topics, especially the US's intention to sell oil and gas to India
Read moreCook Islands seeks China's expertise in seabed mining
Cook Islands Seabed Minerals Authority has been in "high-level" discussions on Prime Minister Mark Brown's trip to China.
Read moreTrump on how to beat China with tariffs on India: 'We are not looking at beating anyone'
Modi expressed support for US President Donald Trump's diplomatic efforts to bring peace to Ukraine. During his visit to Washington.
Read moreModi-Trump talks: 'Reminds me of Howdy Modi and Namaste Trump...want to continue in the same spirit'
PM Modi's visit comes nearly three weeks after the January 20 inauguration of Trump and amid tariff threats issued by the US leader in the recent past.
Read moreCar ramming comes as migration at forefront of German elections
The incident is likely to have an impact on Germany's election in ten days.
Read more'Bad things happened in 2020': Trump refuses to accept his presidential election loss to Biden
When asked if the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) had any role in election interference during the 2020 presidential race, Trump said that "bad things happened" that year
Read moreModi says 'support Trump’s efforts' to end Russia-Ukraine war
Reaffirming India’s stance, Trump says, “India is not neutral; our stand is one to ensure peace. We support every effort to have peace in Ukraine, and I support President Trump’s efforts.”
Read moreUS President Trump pushes for Russia's reentry in G7, calls 2014 expulsion 'a mistake'
The US president said he would "love" to have Russia back in the G7, from which it was suspended in 2014 after Moscow annexed Ukraine's Crimea peninsula
Read moreModi at White House: 'I appreciate Trump for keeping national interests supreme, I do the same for India'
During the press conference at the White House, PM Modi praised President Donald Trump for keeping national interests supreme and said that he does the same for India.
Read more'You have been my friend for a long time,' says Trump as he hosts PM Modi
The Prime Minister is on a two-day visit to the United States, marking his first visit to the country after Trump returned to the Oval Office
Read moreDozens injured in suspected car-ramming attack in Munich
The driver, who was detained at the scene, was a 24-year-old Afghan asylum seeker, police said.
Read moreWhen ‘just asking questions’ about science turns into 300,000 dead - Gregg Gonsalves
NYT OPINION: The danger of when science denialism comes into power.
Read more'India charges tremendous tariffs,' says Trump as he announces reciprocal duties
When asked about PM Modi’s meeting with Tesla CEO Elon Musk earlier in the day, Donald Trump said India was a “hard place” to do business
Read moreTrump announces ‘reciprocal’ tariffs, calls US allies ‘worse than enemies’ on trade
Trump signs a plan to hike tariffs on trading partners, possibly setting up a global economic standoff. The announcement came hours before he was due to meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Washington.
Read more‘They will come back and beg:’ Trump reiterates 100% tariff threat on BRICS nations
While addressing reporters at the White House, Trump said the BRICS bloc, which now boasts ten member nations, was put there “for a bad purpose”
Read moreTrump seeks denuclearisation talks with Russia & China, calls for military spending cuts
Trump in his first term tried and failed to bring China into nuclear arms reduction talks when the U.S. and Russia were negotiating an extension of a pact known as New START. Russia suspended its participation in the treaty during the Biden administration, as the U.S. and Russia continued on massive programs to extend the life-spans or replace their Cold War-era nuclear arsenals.
Read moreWatch moment man is swallowed by humpback whale
Dell Simancas captures the moment his son, Adrián, is swallowed and spat out by a humpback whale.
Read moreRussia-Ukraine war: Trump says Kyiv to be 'part of' talks to end war
Trump described his call with Putin as “lengthy and highly productive” and thanked Putin “for his time and effort," emphasising their shared desire to halt the fighting without saying a word that it was Russia which sent troops into Ukraine.
Read moreLeaders set for key security meeting as 'old' world order at risk of crumbling
The BBC's Frank Gardner says Nato's unity is badly dented with decisions over Ukraine set to be discussed in Munich.
Read moreTrump sanctions ICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan for targeting US, Israel
This is not the first time Trump has targeted ICC officials: During his first term, he imposed financial sanctions and a visa ban on the ICC's then-prosecutor, Fatou Bensouda, and other senior officials.
Read moreLava and smoke emerge from a snowy Mount Etna
Drone footage shows plumes of smoke and molten lava spewing from Europe's most active volcano.
Read moreStarved, threatened and abused: Parents of freed Hamas hostages give details of ordeal
The BBC hears from the parents of four young women who were taken by Hamas on 7 October 2023 and held for 15 months.
Read moreThree guilty of plot to blackmail family of Michael Schumacher
They were convicted of a plot threatening to leak hundreds of personal photos, videos and medical records.
Read moreBowen: Zelensky forced to face tough new reality after Trump-Putin phone call
Many world leaders, including Ukraine's President Zelensky, are finding the world is more uncertain under new US leadership.
Read morePM Modi, Elon Musk talks on space, tech and India's governance reforms
Musk is one of the most influential people in Team Trump. On paper, he heads the “department of government efficient” (Doge) but the president is all ears when it comes to his “First Buddy”.
Read moreMunich attack: Afghan asylum seeker detained after car hits crowd
A Mini Cooper rammed into a trade unionist demonstration in Germany.
Read moreRobert F Kennedy jnr confirmed as US Health Secretary despite vaccine misinformation concerns
Kennedy was approved despite his vaccine misinformation history.
Read more'Step down! Killer Yunus': Awami League supporters protest against Bangladesh govt in US
The government in Bangladesh was toppled after a student-led mass agitation last August, resulting in the ouster of former Prime Minister Hasina. Hasina is currently residing in neighbouring India.
Read morePM Modi meets US NSA Waltz in Washington, discusses key strategic & security issues
PM Modi will meet US President Donald Trump for a bilateral meeting in the Oval Office tomorrow. It will be held in the wee hours of the morning in India.
Read moreSuspect in Christmas cake poisoning found dead in jail cell
The Brazilian woman had been accused of murdering three members of her husband's family on Christmas Eve.
Read moreHamas says it will continue releasing Israeli hostages under Gaza deal
Israel's government says Hamas must free three living hostages on Saturday or the ceasefire will end.
Read moreAs Trump plans new duties, India hopes reciprocal tariffs won't impact it significantly
India has agreed to provide greater market access to industrial goods from the US to facilitate increased trade and investment. In return, India is seeking to expand opportunities for its labour-intensive manufacturing products in the US market
Read moreGoogle faces lawsuit threat from Mexico over ‘Gulf of America’ name change
Trump's order also changed Denali back to Mt McKinley.
Read moreHamas agrees to release 3 more hostages amid Israeli pressure
US President Donald Trump had warned this week that "hell" would break loose if Hamas failed to release "all" the remaining hostages by noon on Saturday.
Read moreUS to have seat at Chagos talks, says Mauritian PM
Navin Ramgoolam says the acceptance of a US presence shows he is willing to find common ground.
Read moreTariffs, trade and defence: What’s on the agenda as Modi meets Trump?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is among the first foreign leaders to meet Donald Trump in his second term. It’s an important visit for India as tariffs loom large. The two leaders are also likely to talk about a trade deal and a new defence framework
Read moreTrump’s return to White House gives more teeth to India’s multilateralism
As US President Donald Trump prefers direct deals by threatening tariffs, India’s multi-aligned approach is now more important than ever to make the most of its investment in multilateral institutions to manage the fallout from Trump's unpredictable actions
Read more'Trump's call to Putin not a betrayal of Ukraine': Hegseth says Russian invasion was 'factory reset' for Nato
Talking to reporters before the Nato defence ministers meeting in Brussels, Hegseth was asked if Washington's push to hold a meeting with Putin amounts to a betrayal of Ukraine
Read moreRussia secures a gateway to the Red Sea as Sudan approves naval base deal
Russia has been increasing its influence across Africa, securing military cooperation deals and displacing long-standing Western allies in several countries.
Read moreIn a boost to Make In India, German defence tech firm signs MoU with India's largest drone maker
The partnership, formalised at Aero India 2025, is not only a boost for the Make in India initiative, but also crucial for Germany-India defence cooperation. As a partner of the German government, Hensoldt has a key role to play in expanding Indo-German defence ties
Read moreMeetings with Musk, Mike Waltz, Ramaswamy before talks with Trump... PM’s packed day in DC
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a short 36-hour visit to the US. His schedule is packed. Soon after his arrival, he met Tulsi Gabbard, the director of national intelligence. While all eyes are on the PM’s big bilateral with Donald Trump, he is also likely to meet Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy
Read moreRussia hails Trump-Putin talks as Zelenskyy says won't accept any peace deal reached without Ukraine
Russians were cautiously upbeat after Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump spoke by phone Wednesday, praising it as a "first step" towards repairing ruptured ties between the two nuclear-armed superpowers.
Read moreSnap AR Day: India drives Snapchat’s AR vision, tech co showcases 5th gen Spectacles
India has become a major player in AR innovation, with developers and creators using the technology not just for entertainment but as a form of creative and cultural expression. Bobby Murphy, Snap Inc.’s CTO, emphasised that India has become a leading force in AR
Read moreRussia-Ukraine war: Red Cross opens probe to find out fate of 50,000 missing people
Shortly after Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the ICRC created a special bureau of its Central Tracing Agency (CTA), dedicated to searching for those missing on both sides in the conflict
Read moreIran vows to build ‘thousand’ nuclear centres if Israel launches attack
Iran’s response came after US media reported, citing US intelligence sources, that Israel was likely to launch a pre-emptive attack on Iran’s nuclear programme in coming months
Read moreBNP urges India to repatriate former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina after UN report
Hasina has been accused of numerous cases on charges such as "crimes against humanity", mass murders, enforced disappearances and corruption during her rule, particularly during the students' movement in July and August last year.
Read more$80 mn vanishes from New York City's bank accounts. Trump administration says took it back because...
City officials are questioning the legality of the move as Liz Garcia, a spokeswoman for Mayor Eric Adams said that the City Hall has requested a meeting between the White House and FEMA to “try and resolve the matter as quickly as possible.”
Read more‘Today is the big one’: Hours before meeting PM Modi, Trump says reciprocal tariffs coming
Trump, who took office Jan. 20, has already announced tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports beginning on March 12, imposed 10% tariffs on goods from China, and imposed a 30-day hold on tariffs on goods from neighboring Canada and Mexico.
Read moreHow Alibaba came to dominate China's AI scene
Alibaba's surge has outpaced China’s other tech giants, including Tencent, Baidu, and JD.com, making Alibaba the best-performing Big Tech stock in China so far in 2025. The rally has been fuelled by optimism over its AI ambitions
Read moreOpenAI accuses Elon Musk of contradicting his own lawsuit with takeover bid
Musk’s takeover attempt is the latest twist in an escalating battle between the billionaire and the AI firm he co-founded in 2015. His lawsuit, filed last August, argues that OpenAI is violating its original mission by shifting toward a for-profit model
Read moreJets, combat vehicles and more… What PM Modi could purchase from US
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold talks with US President Donald Trump on defence purchases when the two meet at the White House. The Indian leader is expected to push for the purchase and co-production of Stryker infantry combat vehicles as well as the acquisition of the advanced P-8 long-range maritime patrol and submarine-hunting aircraft. The move comes as the US president has been pushing New Delhi to ramp up its defence procurement from Washington
Read moreHamas says will release hostages on Saturday as planned but Gaza ceasefire is still in peril
Hamas said that mediators Qatar and Egypt have reaffirmed that they will make efforts to "remove all hurdles" to ensure the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip is not disrupted
Read moreWhy Trump chose Saudi Arabia as venue for peace talks with Putin
Saudi Arabia hosting the Trump-Putin talks is no coincidence—it highlights Riyadh’s rising influence, strategic neutrality and role as a global mediator
Read moreGrenade attack in French bar injures 12
The motive is not clear but investigators say it "may be linked to a settling of scores".
Read moreGermany: Car attack in Munich, 28 injured; police say suspect an Afghan asylum seeker
At least 28 people were injured when a car rammed into a crowd in the German city of Munich
Read moreErdogan visit: Pakistan goes all out with fighter jet salute, lineup of ministers
On Thursday, Sharif and Erdogan signed a flurry of bilateral agreements as Pakistan seeks stronger ties with Turkey
Read moreUS intelligence warns of Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear sites by coming midyear: Report
US intelligence warns that Israel may launch a preemptive strike on Iran’s nuclear programme by mid-year, The Washington Post reported.
Read more‘Impossible’: Kremlin rejects Zelenskyy’s land swap offer to end Russia-Ukraine war
Russia controls just under 20% of Ukraine, or more than 112,000 square kilometres, while Ukraine controls around 450 square kilometres of the Kursk region, according to open-source maps of the battlefield
Read more€5m worth of cocaine seized in Kildare
Approximately 72 kilos of cocaine was discovered following a stop and search in the Allenwood area of Kildare
Read moreJaishankar likely to meet Yunus's adviser next week as Bangladesh hopes for Hasina’s extradition
The Dhaka officials noted that the meeting between Jaishankar and Bangladesh's Foreign Affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain will be held on the sidelines of the 8th Indian Ocean Conference
Read moreChina offers to host Trump-Putin talks for ending Russia-Ukraine war: Report
Trump said Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy had expressed a desire for peace in separate phone calls with him on Wednesday, and Trump had ordered top U.S. officials to begin talks on ending the war in Ukraine
Read moreAmid Trump's truce push, 'most brutal battles' of Russia-Ukraine war unfold in Kursk
While the ongoing war started off with eastern Ukrainian territories at stake, the Russian region of Kursk, many believe, is most likely to face the major wrath of both sides
Read moreOpenAI claims it does not ‘steal’ content from Indian media groups to train ChatGPT, shows court filing
In its 31-page court filing, dated February 11, OpenAI firmly denied that it had used content from these Indian media groups for training its AI models. The company also argued that it is under no legal obligation to form licensing deals with them
Read moreVenezuelan migrants deported by Trump to Guantanamo Bay are in military custody: Report
Earlier this month, the US sent the first batch of migrants to Guantanamo Bay in Cuba after Trump announced plans to expand immigrant detention centres at the military base. POTUS has ordered the expansion of an existing migrant detention facility at the base to hold 30,000-odd people
Read moreElon Musk sets OpenAI acquisition deadline for May 10, asks for access to all company records
According to a recently filed letter of intent, Musk and a group of investors have proposed a $97.375 billion all-cash deal to acquire OpenAI’s operating assets. While OpenAI CEO Sam Altman swiftly dismissed the offer in a tweet, OpenAI’s board has yet to formally respond
Read moreEyes on Modi’s tariff ‘gifts’ when he meets Trump as Potus brandishes sword of levies
To avoid getting into a trade conflict, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to offer US President Donald Trump tariff concession on many products
Read moreChina's push for 'ineffective' generic drugs fuels public anger
China's drug procurement system is under scrutiny as doctors raise alarms over the effectiveness of generic medicines used in public hospitals. The issue has sparked widespread public outrage over the system.
Read moreHonda, Nissan call off merger talks
Months after announcing the beginning of merger talks, Japanese automobile majors Honda, Nissan, and Nissan's partner Mitsubishi have called off merger talks
Read moreCan Donald Trump truly end the Russia-Ukraine war?
US President Donald Trump announced that America and Moscow will ‘immediately begin negotiations’ to end the war in Ukraine after holding a nearly 90-minute long phone call with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. This was followed up with another call to Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy. But can the US president really find an amicable solution?
Read moreHundreds of foreigners freed from Myanmar's scam centres
Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has pledged to close scam centres along the Thai-Myanmar border.
Read moreTulsi Gabbard made US intelligence chief: A peep into America’s spy network
Tulsi Gabbard, as the newly appointed Director of National Intelligence, will oversee and coordinate the operations of all 18 intelligence agencies that collectively safeguard the United States against threats ranging from espionage to cyber warfare
Read moreTurkey's Erdogan arrives in Pakistan as Islamabad seeks help from its allies to recover its economy
Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan arrived in Pakistan on Thursday, as Islamabad looks for Turkish investments to boost its economy
Read moreIs Trump deserting Europe?
In line with US President Donald Trump's commitment to end the conflict in Ukraine, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has told Europe to take the lead in supporting Ukraine and ruled out US or Nato's involvement in peacekeeping in Ukraine
Read moreIntel calls out NVIDIA and AMD over security flaws in new industry report
Intel was particularly critical of AMD, stating that they had 4.4 times more firmware vulnerabilities in its hardware root-of-trust and 1.8 times more vulnerabilities. Intel’s also stated NVIDIA had reported 18 high-severity vulnerabilities, with 13 of them classified as remote code execution flaws
Read more‘Eye for an eye tariff’: Ahead of meeting with Modi, Trump may sign new executive order
US President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order imposing "reciprocal tariffs" on countries that have levied import duties on US goods, just before his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday.
Read moreTrade, tariffs and visas to dominate Trump-Modi talks
The leaders share a warm relationship, but both will have their own wish list when they meet this week.
Read moreApple considering to start manufacturing iPhones in Indonesia to reverse iPhone ban
Indonesia had previously allowed Apple to bypass strict import rules, provided the company committed to investing in the country. However, after falling short of that commitment, Apple found itself in hot water
Read moreModi must talk Canada, UN reform, Khalistan, and Pakistan with Trump
Prime Minister Narendra Modi should seize full advantage to cement a partnership with the United States that could well define the 21st century
Read moreTrump’s Gaza plan may sound death knell to two-state solution, push West Asia closer to disaster
US President Donald Trump’s plan for the Gaza Strip is an illegal land grab that risks setting the region on fire that can burn down not just decades of efforts for peace but entire kingdoms.
Read moreBoard elects Trump as head of Kennedy Center, Washington's top cultural venue
Donald Trump was appointed chairman of the Kennedy Center on Wednesday, reshaping the board with loyalists as he pushes his right-wing, anti-"woke" agenda on Washington's top arts venue.
Read more'On a power trip' or 'obviously brilliant'? Americans weigh Musk's influence
The world's richest man is leading a sweeping cost-cutting drive. What do voters in a key swing state make of his role?
Read moreTrump & Putin to meet in Saudi Arabia for Ukraine peace talks. Is Zelenskyy being left out?
US President Donald Trump said that he will meet his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in Saudi Arabia for peace talks regarding the Russia-Ukraine war but the question now arises is whether Ukraine is being left out of these negotiations
Read moreExperts fear entire international order is crumbling
Professor Richard Jackson of Otago University said Donald Trump added a whole new wildcard to global security.
Read moreHamas team in Egypt to save ceasefire with Israel as confusion grips Gaza
A Hamas delegation has arrived in Egypt to assist with talks on the current looming crisis in the fragile Gaza ceasefire. Both sides are accusing each other of violating the ceasefire, with Hamas postponing the release of Israeli hostages.
Read morePM Modi stays at Blair House in Washington: Inside the ‘world’s most exclusive hotel’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Washington and is staying at Blair House, the US president’s guest house. Located right across the White House, this 119-room mega accommodation has a history of hosting world leaders — from former British PM Winston Churchill to Russian President Vladimir Putin
Read moreWatch | Modi in US: PM gets a rousing welcome as he arrives at Blair House in DC
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm welcome in a chilly winter from the Indian diaspora as he arrived at the Blair House. The prime minister is on a 2-day visit to the United States, where he is scheduled to meet US President Donald Trump
Read moreWATCH: Astronaut's view of Northern Lights from International Space Station
Footage from the International Space Station as it soars above an aurora dancing over Canada.
Read moreTrump signals nod for Putin's 2 key demands for peace talks: 'No Nato, no Zelenskyy'
US President Donald Trump said that Ukraine’s Nato membership is not "practical" and acknowledged Russia’s longstanding objection. He also said that Ukraine needs elections "at some point."
Read morePM Modi meets Tulsi Gabbard, discusses India-US friendship
Soon after landing in the United States, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met newly confirmed US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard. The prime Minister is currently on a 2-day visit to the US where he will be holding talks with US President Donald Trump
Read moreIs it checkmate for South Africa after Trump threats?
The US president is ratcheting up pressure on South Africa over its domestic and foreign policy.
Read moreIran detains two British nationals on 'security charges': State media reports
Iranian authorities have detained two British nationals on unspecified security charges, state media reported. The arrests come amid ongoing tensions, with several Europeans already in Iranian custody and past prisoner exchanges with Western governments.
Read moreUS man caught sniffing socks at children’s playground
An employee saw him stealing socks and an investigation uncovered darker crimes.
Read moreUS judge lifts pause on Trump's buyout plan to downsize federal workforce
A US judge has cleared the way for Trump’s plan to downsize the federal workforce by offering paid resignations until September. The move was paused late last week as unions representing federal workers challenged the programme.
Read moreGrenade attack in Grenoble bar leaves 12 wounded, two critical
A grenade explosion wounded 12 in French Olympic Village area.
Read moreErasing Escobar: Will Colombia ban the sale of memorabilia of the drug lord?
Politicians in the country want to prohibit the sale of such items, but they face opposition.
Read moreConfusion clouds efforts to save Gaza ceasefire
Egypt and Qatar are "intensifying diplomatic efforts" as concern grows that fighting will resume.
Read morePM Modi lands in US for 2-day visit, to hold bilateral meet with Trump
Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in Washington DC in the early hours of Thursday for a 2-day visit to the United States.
Read moreDonald Trump wants Ukraine’s rare earth minerals in exchange for continued US support
Post-war security offered for $500b of minerals and metals.
Read moreWhy India fails to protect its domestic workers despite decades of abuse
Despite the high demand for domestic workers, they remain India's most vulnerable and exploited people.
Read more'DeepSeek moved me to tears': How young Chinese find therapy in AI
Some young people in China are finding that AI can offer the unexpected - emotional support
Read moreLook past Elon Musk’s chaos. There’s something more sinister at work - Tressie McMillan Cottom
NYT OPINION: Why Musk's antics are a smokescreen for strategic takeovers.
Read moreAustria's political crisis deepens as far right fails to form government
The far-right Freedom Party quits coalition talks, fuelling uncertainty.
Read moreIsrael seeks another extension for Lebanon withdrawal, source says
Israeli forces were due to pull out next Tuesday, but the source says they want to stay for another 10 days.
Read moreSicily's gangsters complain they can't get the staff
An investigation reveals a crime group having to adapt to modernity and displaying a nostalgia for past ambitions.
Read more'It's a new reality' - US stance on Ukraine a bitter blow to Zelensky
The BBC's Defence correspondent breaks down a drastic shift in Washington's position on the war in Ukraine.
Read moreSantorini fears for summer tourist season as earthquakes hit island
The Greek island's most important industry will bounce back, but staffing is a worry say hoteliers
Read moreFifty countries affected by USAID freeze, says WHO
HIV treatments and other services have been disrupted, says Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus.
Read moreHegseth sets out hard line on European defence and Nato
The US defence secretary tells Europe to spend more and take responsibility for Ukraine's future defence.
Read moreTrump and Putin agree to start Ukraine negotiations 'immediately' in 'highly productive' call
US President Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin on Wednesday had a "lengthy and highly productive" call where both the leaders agreed to start Ukraine negotiations 'immediately'
Read moreUS Senate okays Tulsi Gabbard as director of national intelligence
Tulsi Gabbard now sits at the helm of 18 US intelligence agencies and would oversee and coordinate their operations
Read moreHalf of French island in Indian Ocean burnt by wildfire
A wildfire has burnt through 55% of Amsterdam Island, a French foreign territory in the Indian Ocean.
Read moreFrom jig-saw puzzle to wooden train toy: What PM Modi gifted to US Vice President Vance’s kids
During his three-day trip to France, PM Modi met with leaders from France and US among others and presented them with gifts reflecting India’s culture and ancient art
Read moreHamas says will not accept threats from US and Israel as group’s delegation arrives in Cairo for Gaza ceasefire talks
As Hamas delegation arrived in Cairo on Wednesday for Gaza truce talks, the Palestinian group said it will not accept threats from the US and Israel, amid an impasse between the parties over the implementation of the ceasefire deal.
Read moreSenior Ukraine official accused of being Russian 'rat'
Intelligence chief Vasyl Malyuk was seen personally arresting the suspect, named by media as Dmytro Kozyura.
Read moreAmid Trump tariff pressure, Canada's 13 provincial leaders to meet US lawmakers with a China card
The provincial leaders in Canada are taking the lead in countering the Trump tariff threat as Prime Minister Justin Trudeau prepares to exit on March 9
Read moreQualcomm launches the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 SoC giving a major power boost to mid-range smartphones
The Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 aims to redefine how we think of everyday smartphone experiences with up to 11% better CPU performance, a 29% improvement in GPU power, and 12% lower power consumption compared to its predecessor
Read moreSamsung unveils the Galaxy F06, its most affordable 5G smartphone in India, starts at Rs 9499
At the heart of the Galaxy F06 5G is the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor, designed to deliver fast and efficient performance. With an AnTuTu score of up to 416K, it ensures smooth multitasking, responsive gaming, and fast app launches
Read moreRemove gender pronouns, says Deloitte US. How big companies are abandoning DEI initiatives
Major corporations including Google, Amazon, McDonald's, Boeing and IBM have significantly scaled back their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, with Deloitte instructing staff working on contracts for the US government to remove pronouns. The shift comes amid increasing legal challenges, including lawsuits over race-based hiring and promotions, and heightened scrutiny from the Trump administration
Read moreSpain offers one-year residency, work permits to 25,000 foreigners hit by Valencia floods
The Spanish government will issue one-year residency and work permits to 25,000 foreigners affected by last October's catastrophic flash floods in eastern Spain, according to a report
Read moreSyria to have new govt on March 1, says foreign minister; no clarity on holding elections
Last month, Ahmed al-Sharaa, leader of the Islamist Hayat Tahrir al-Sham group (HTS) that led the rebel offensive that overthrew Assad, was appointed interim president
Read moreLegal showdown looms as Trump tests limits of presidential power
A judge accused the Trump administration of defying his orders, setting up a battle that could end up at the Supreme Court.
Read morePhilippines aims to boost military with India’s BrahMos systems to stave off China pressure
The Philippines has previously said it is eyeing mid-range missiles and at least 40 fighter jets to boost its defence capabilities
Read moreModi-Macron meet: MEA says India-France ties ‘touched new heights’ with focus on defence, nuclear energy
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Wednesday said that PM Modi and French President Macron held part of bilateral discussions onboard the presidential aircraft while travelling from Paris to Marseille, noting India-France "ties literally touched new heights"
Read moreBird flu spreading in US, causing egg shortage, pushing prices & fuelling fears
Last week, the wholesale prices for large, white shell eggs touched $8 a dozen, breaching the previous all-time high record of $5.46 per dozen
Read moreGaza ceasefire in peril, Hamas tells senior figures to stop using mobile phones fearing Israeli attacks: Report
Since the truce began on January 19, Hamas has released 16 Israeli and five Thai hostages in exchange for 566 prisoners. But earlier this week, Hamas said it will postpone the next scheduled release of hostages
Read moreApple-powered Beats launches the Powerbeats Pro 2, first headphones with a heart rate monitor
The Powerbeats Pro 2 is powered by Apple’s H2 chip, ensuring seamless connectivity with both iPhones and Android devices via Bluetooth 5.3. The highlight feature—heart rate monitoring—uses LED optical sensors that measure blood flow over 100 times per second
Read moreICJ judge who ruled against UK in Chagos Islands case is ex-Chinese official who backed Ukraine invasion
Xue Hanqin, a judge at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) who ruled against the United Kingdom in the Chagos Islands case, is a former Chinese official who is a supporter of the Russian invasion of Ukraine
Read more‘Chinese or American, AI a dangerous tool,’ says Delhi HC on PIL against DeepSeek
The PIL raised concerns about DeepSeek’s data practices, alleging that the platform’s approach to tracking user behaviour goes beyond standard industry practices. During the hearing, Justice Gedela noted that AI tools, irrespective of their origin, pose risks, particularly concerning data privacy
Read moreGermany’s likely next chancellor says EU must not be ‘dwarf’ in Washington, urges European leaders to muscle up
Friedrich Merz, the leading candidate for Germany's next chancellor, has said that Europe must be united in foreign, security and trade policy and that the EU cannot afford to be weak in its interactions with Washington
Read more‘Nonsense’: Putin aide Medvedev rejects Zelenskyy’s territory exchange proposal for peace
In an interview with The Guardian, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said he will offer to give up the Kursk region if US President Donald Trump successfully negotiates a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine
Read moreTo keep US in check, China helping Russia with smuggled parts from West to make drones: Estonia
Estonia has alleged that China is trying hard to shore up Russia as Ukraine’s victory would be considered a major win for US, Beijing’s arch-rival
Read moreHead-on | How Modi-Trump 2.0 can reset India-US ties
The Modi-Trump delegation-level talks, scheduled for February 13, will be brisk and business-like
Read moreIs Kash Patel’s FBI confirmation in jeopardy?
Kash Patel, US President Donald Trump’s nominee for FBI Director, is accused of secretly directing the removal of senior FBI officials before his confirmation. US Senator Dick Durbin has requested an Inspector General investigation, alleging Patel may have perjured himself. Reports suggest Patel relayed FBI information to White House officials, with staff pressured to accelerate firings linked to January 6 cases
Read moreElon Musk an 'unhappy, insecure' person says OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, denies receiving formal offer
Altma described Musk’s bid as yet another attempt to disrupt OpenAI’s progress. He argued that Musk is not a genuine buyer but a direct competitor who is trying to slow the company down, given his own AI venture, xAI
Read moreModi in France: AI declaration, new consulate and nuclear reactor partnership; key outcomes of 2-day visit
PM Modi's trip to France, which is on its last leg, was a culmination of the advanced India-France relationship as he shared decisive moments with President Macron, a sign of growing friendship with Paris
Read moreTop Republican Tom Cotton slams Elon Musk for 'shameful supplication' to China
Republican Senator Tom Cotton, the Chairman of Senate Intelligence Committee, has slammed Elon Musk and other tech billionaires for supplication to China in his upcoming book
Read moreWatch | Crowd chants ‘Modi Modi’ as Macron and Modi inaugurate Indian consulate in France’s Marseille
PM Modi and French President Macron were warmly welcomed by the crowd during the inauguration of India's new consulate in Marseille. The leaders were greeted with chants of ‘Modi, Modi’ and traditional dhol beats.
Read moreThree American goods that could rise in price due to metal tariffs
Donald Trump's plans for tariffs risk raising prices for items from cars to canned food.
Read moreMicron is looking for partners to expand Sanand plant, start constructing 2nd phase of chip factory
Micron’s semiconductor facility in Gujarat is the first project approved under India’s Semiconductor Mission for a total of $2.75 billion. Micron is contributing $825 million, the Indian government is covering 50% of the cost, & the Gujarat government is providing an additional 20% in incentives
Read moreA Cabinet rebellion in Colombia after Petro names campaign aide chief of staff
Two government ministers resigned last week after Petro named Armando Benedetti as his chief of staff, and scolded his Cabinet for not executing government programs, in a televised meeting that descended into heated discussions and tearful recriminations
Read moreBhavish Aggarwal-led OLA deploys Krutrim's version of DeepSeek R1 for Indian developers
Bhavish Aggarwal emphasised that while users need to be cautious when using the DeepSeek app due to data security concerns, its open-source model can be safely deployed on Indian servers to accelerate the country’s AI advancements
Read moreUN report says 1,400 died in Bangladesh during anti-Hasina protests, Yunus govt put death toll at 834
A report by the United Nations has revealed the extent of the violence during student-led protests, accusing the former Sheikh Hasina-led government of committing crimes against humanity to cling to power.
Read moreStarmer govt to deny UK citizenship to most illegal immigrants under new rules
To discourage illegal immigration, the British government has issued new guidance that bars citizenship to most of the people entering the United Kingdom illegally
Read moreMonty the giant schnauzer wins Best in Show
The nine-year-old finally took the top spot after reaching the finals for three years in a row.
Read moreHow Elon Musk's 4-year-old son overshadowed him at his debut at the White House
As President Donald Trump and Doge chief Elon Musk spoke to reporters at the Oval Office, it was the tech billionaire's four-year-old son who stole to spotlight. The little one, who is called X, was seen on his father's shoulders as he spoke and was even seen leaning on the President's historic Resolute Desk
Read moreExclusive: 'Hamas wants Israel's complete surrender in return for hostages, we won't agree to this'
In an exclusive conversation with Firstpost, Israel's Ambassador to India Reuven Azar gives his take on the significance of the recent India-Israel Business Forum, the Israel-Hamas war and Trump's Gaza proposal
Read moreAmid Trump pressure on West Asia, Turkey’s Erdogan holds talks with Indonesia’s Prabowo
As US President Donald Trump has doubled down on the plan to acquire Gaza Strip and expel all Palestinians, Turkey and Indonesia appear to have found common ground on the Palestinian question
Read moreZuckerberg shares a Pakistan story: ‘Someone tried to get me sentenced to death for blasphemy’
The lawsuit claims that Facebook allowed content that violates Pakistan's strict blasphemy laws, which enforce harsh penalties for religious offences
Read moreMicrosoft can't crack VR headset that it was designing for the US military, to hand off project to Anduril
At its current price of $80,000 per headset, the device is far from affordable for large-scale deployment. The US Army is possibly looking to order up to 121,000 units, but before that happens, the headset must pass a rigorous combat test later this year
Read moreWho is Marc Fogel, the US teacher freed by Russia? Why is Trump making a big deal about it?
Marc Fogel, a 63-year-old American teacher, was arrested in August 2021 at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo Airport for carrying 17 grammes of medically prescribed marijuana. Sentenced to 14 years for drug smuggling, his case drew international attention. After three and a half years in Russian detention, he was released in a deal brokered under US President Donald Trump’s administration
Read moreMoment Monty the giant schnauzer wins prestigious US dog show
Monty defeated more than 2,500 canines for the top prize in New York.
Read moreEgypt to present 'comprehensive' plan to rebuild Gaza without displacing Palestinians
Amid US President Donald Trump's plan to acquire the Gaza Strip and expel all Palestinians living there, Egypt has announced it would soon present a plan for the reconstruction of Gaza without displacing Palestinians
Read moreApple teams up with Alibaba to bring its AI services to Chinese users, awaiting govt approval
Apple and Alibaba have already submitted their jointly developed AI features for regulatory approval, and hope to integrate them into future iOS updates soon. If approved, this partnership could help Apple regain lost ground in China, where iPhone sales have been struggling since 2024
Read moreBangladesh to hold election in December 2025, says Khaleda Zia’s BNP after meeting with Yunus
The BNP expects Yunus to soon announce a roadmap for general elections, its secretary general, Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, told reporters
Read moreHacker claims he stole over 20 million credentials from OpenAI, AI company says no evidence of breach
Cybersecurity experts at Malwarebytes Labs uncovered a post on a cybercrime forum by a user known as ‘emirking,’ who alleged they had access to a massive dataset containing millions of OpenAI account details. While OpenAI denies a breach, such leaks can have serious consequences
Read moreModi-Trump meet: From Tejas engine to Malabar exercise, how India and US deepened defence ties
With India-US military ties strengthening over the past two decades, the Modi-Trump summit could pave the way for deeper strategic cooperation
Read moreSamsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Review: Playing it safe...a little too safe
The 'Ultra' moniker used to mean that Samsung is giving you the best hardware there is to offer in smartphone technology. With the S25 Ultra, Samsung decided to focus more on software, namely the upgraded Galaxy AI over major hardware changes. Has it worked?
Read moreAs Trump pushes Gaza takeover plan, Jordan's Abdullah holds ground in meeting; Egypt's Sisi defers US visit
As US President Donald Trump has doubled down on his plans for the Gaza Strip, Jordanian King Abdullah II is facing an existential crisis and walking a tightrope in keeping the partnership with the United States intact and placating the Arab street sentiment
Read moreZelenskyy floats ‘Kursk for peace’ deal to end Russia-Ukraine war
Zelenskyy is due to fly down to attend the Munich Security Conference where he will meet US Vice-President JD Vance and other White House officials. Here, the Ukrainian president is expected to push Trump's team to get both the warring parties on the negotiating table
Read moreIndia, Bangladesh forces hold flag meeting over CCTV installation for border surveillance: Report
The BSF and Bangladesh's BGB held a flag meeting on Tuesday to discuss the installation of CCTV cameras along the zero line of the international border in Kurigram. The BSF said that the cameras were installed for security reasons.
Read moreAhead of Modi-Trump meet, India revives push for naval aircraft deal
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to visit the US, India is pushing to revive the procurement of six advanced P-81 maritime patrol aircraft to enhance its naval capabilities.
Read moreWhy US, UK refused to sign Paris AI Summit declaration
The US and the UK did not sign a final statement calling for an ‘inclusive’ AI sector at the Paris AI Summit, co-chaired by India. While London said the communique did not ‘sufficiently address harder questions around national security and the challenge AI poses to it’, Vice President JD Vance expressed Washington’s resistance to guardrails, saying it would ‘kill the industry’. This comes even as over 60 countries, including China, pledged on the same
Read moreBus and truck crash in Mexico's Campeche state leaves 38 dead
The accident happened on Saturday in the southeastern state of Campeche and the fatalities were 36 people in the bus and two in the truck, said Jackson Villacis, a state prosecutor. Villacis said relatives of victims claimed there were four additional fatalities but these bodies have not been found
Read moreUS defence chief lands in Brussels, pushing for Nato allies to step up support for Ukraine
Washington's allies are waiting nervously for clarity from President Donald Trump's administration after the volatile leader demanded Nato more than double its spending target and vowed to end the war in Ukraine
Read moreUS plan to take over Gaza slammed as ‘ludicrous’ by North Korea
The commentary is aimed at Trump's shock announcement that the US intends to remove Gaza residents and transform the war-ravaged territory into what the president billed as a 'Riviera of the Middle East'
Read moreAfter Modi meets Vance, White House offers 'investments in clean, reliable US nuclear technology'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US Vice President JD Vance discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation during their meeting in Paris. Their talks focused on expanding India’s energy partnerships, particularly in clean and nuclear technology.
Read morePM Modi, Google CEO Sundar Pichai discuss 'incredible opportunities' at AI summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Google CEO Sundar Pichai discussed AI’s transformative potential and its role in India’s digital growth during their meeting in Paris. The discussion took place on the sidelines of the AI Action Summit.
Read moreWhy India will be watching Erdogan's visit to Pakistan
While Turkey repositions itself globally, its expanding military cooperation with Pakistan remains a key concern for India
Read moreCrisis deepens in eastern Congo as M23 rebels advance on Bukavu
The takeover of Bukavu would constitute an unparalleled extension of territory under the M23's control, as well as a further blow to Kinshasa's authority in eastern Congo following the collapse of Goma, the region's major city, in late January
Read more‘I thought I was dying’: Author Salman Rushdie testifies against Matar in attempted murder trial
Rushdie, 77, entered the courtroom dressed in a dark suit, white shirt, and grey tie. Rushdie's right eyeglass lens was blackened out, concealing the eye penetrated by his attacker's knife to the optic nerve
Read moreGaza ceasefire will end if Hamas doesn't free all hostages by Saturday noon: Netanyahu
After nearly 16 months of fighting, Hamas has progressively released detainees since the first phase of a truce began on January 19, but said on Monday that it would not release any more until further notice due to charges that Israel was breaking the deal
Read morePM Modi visits Marseille, the city where Savarkar's arrest triggered debate on asylum, extradition laws
Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, a freedom fighter during British colonial authority, tried an escape from captivity on July 8, 1910, while being carried to India on board the British ship Morea for trial
Read moreGermany's once-mighty car industry is in crisis. What will it take to fix it?
With the economy a key factor in German elections this month, can the auto sector get back on the road to recovery?
Read moreRussia releases American schoolteacher Marc Fogel after unannounced visit by US special envoy
The release of 63-year-old Fogel, who had been held in Russia since August 2021 and was serving a 14-year term, comes as Trump wants to strengthen relations with Moscow as part of an effort to resolve the conflict in Ukraine
Read moreUS President Trump's spending freeze bid thwarted by appeals court decision
In a two-page judgement, the 1st Circuit expressed confidence that the lower court will promptly clarify the issues raised by the government in its petition, particularly the fact that the injunction prohibits the president from using his legitimate power
Read moreUS Treasury Secretary Bessent heads to Ukraine to secure American access to rare earth minerals, energy resources
Both Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Trump have shown interest in a deal in which the US would get rare earths from Ukraine in exchange for ongoing assistance in combating Russia
Read moreCeasefire in Gaza will end if Hamas does not return hostages by Saturday noon: Netanyahu
Under the ceasefire, Hamas has released 21 hostages in a series of exchanges for Palestinian prisoners. But it said Monday it was delaying the next release of three more hostages after accusing Israel of failing to allow enough aid into Gaza under the deal.
Read moreUkraine relies on US for security guarantee, Europe cannot fill the gap, says Zelenskyy
"There are voices which say that Europe could offer security guarantees without the Americans, and I always say no. Security guarantees without America are not real security guarantees," said Ukrainian President in an interview at the presidential administration building in Kyiv
Read more'Time to open gates of hell on Hamas': Israel minister backs Trump threat if hostage release is delayed
Israel’s Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi has backed US President Donald Trump's plan to "let hell break out" on Gaza if all the remaining Israeli hostages are not released by Saturday, according to a report
Read more‘India is a rising power and right place to be’: Israel seeks deeper economic ties with New Delhi
At the Israel-India Business Forum, Israel’s Minister of Economy and Industry Nir Barkat made a strong pitch to deepen India-Israel economic ties saying the two nations complement each other. The forum shined new possibilities as Israel’s largest-ever business delegation to India seeks deeper collaboration
Read moreTaiwan signs $761 mn with US for Namas defence package as China builds pressure
The United States is Taiwan's most important international backer and arms supplier even in the absence of formal diplomatic ties. China has repeatedly demanded Washington stop selling weapons to Taipei, which it claims as its territory.
Read moreExplained: The dilemma Jordan's King faces over Trump’s Gaza plan
As US President Donald Trump pressures Jordan to accept displaced Palestinians from Gaza, King Abdullah II faces a critical dilemma as he arrives in Washington. Balancing US aid, domestic unrest, and regional stability, Jordan stands at a crossroads. With Trump threatening to cut financial support, will Amman resist, or will geopolitical realities force the monarch’s hand?
Read morePM Modi backs AI unity, announces India to host next AI Action Summit
Co-chairing the AI Action Summit along with French President Emmanuel Macron, Modi said that AI is reshaping the the polity, economy, security and society. AI is writing the code for humanity in this century. But, it is very different from other technology milestones in human history," PMModi said.
Read morePM Modi, Estonia President Karis hold first bilateral in Paris, express satisfaction over growing ties
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Tuesday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi held his first bilateral meeting with Estonian President Alar Karis on the sidelines of the AI summit where both the leaders expressed satisfaction at the growing bilateral cooperation in several fields
Read moreWhat is Elon Musk's plan to make driving on the Moon possible
A Nasa-backed company is teaming up with SpaceX founder and billionaire Elon Musk to develop an 'extreme' space vehicle that could make driving on the Moon a reality. The space car can potentially play a crucial role in boosting private lunar tourism as well as help Nasa astronauts on mission
Read moreBangladesh: Taslima Nasreen's publisher attacked at Dhaka book fair, Yunus orders probe
A group of madrasa students on Monday attacked a stall at the Amar Ekushey Book Fair in Dhaka over the display of a book written by Taslima Nasreen, who is in exile in India as per police and eyewitness accounts.
Read moreHas China figured out a way to crack F-35's stealth?
Chinese researchers claim to have identified a potential vulnerability in the jet during a study of simulated combat scenarios involving Taiwan, according to a report
Read moreMeet Steve Davis, Elon Musk’s cost-cutting crusader at Doge
Steve Davis, Elon Musk’s longtime lieutenant, is now leading cost-cutting efforts at the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge). Known for his relentless frugality at SpaceX, Boring Co, and X (formerly Twitter), Davis has a history of slashing budgets and negotiating hard bargains
Read moreWhy Trump wants Ukraine minerals in exchange of military aid
Ukraine has offered to strike a deal with US President Donald Trump for continued American military aid in exchange for developing Ukraine's mineral industry. This could give the Western country access to valuable rare earth elements, which are essential for developing technology such as cell phones, and electric vehicles
Read moreNew study: Earth's 'beating heart' may have deformed at some places
Like the 'core' of most things, the Earth's inner core is like the heart of the planet. It produces a magnetic field that veils life on Earth from the Sun's harmful radiation
Read moreElon Musk, French tech mogul Xavier Niel trade insults in a ‘dk for pimp’ jab
Appearing on France 2 on Monday morning, Free's founder Xavier Niel sparked controversy by calling Elon Musk an "asshole." While the French billionaire acknowledged Musk as "the greatest entrepreneur in the world," he also described him as "a boy who can be called an asshole."
Read more'In practicality it's a disaster': Trump scraps law barring firms from bribing foreign officials
President Donald Trump signed an executive order rolling back enforcement of a law prohibiting US companies from bribing foreign officials, claiming that this restriction puts American businesses at a competitive disadvantage, according to a report
Read more‘So, we don’t feel stupid’: Trump says continued US aid to Ukraine has a price, $500 bn worth of rare earth
Ukraine possesses extensive reserves of essential minerals and elements, including lithium and titanium, which are crucial for modern technology production
Read moreIsrael: Hundreds protest at Netanyahu office as security cabinet debates Hamas threat to delay hostage release
Hundreds of protesters stood outside Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office, calling for every hostage to be brought home as the security cabinet convened at the PMO in Jerusalem to discuss Israel’s response to Hamas’s postponement of the release of hostages, according to a report
Read more'Significant part of Ukraine wants to be Russian', says Kremlin
Russian President Vladimir Putin has said he is ready for direct talks with Trump on a possible agreement, while the New York Post reported over the weekend that Trump had told them he had already spoken to Putin privately over the issue
Read moreOpenAI close to finalising its own chip design, send it to TSMC for fabrication by 2025-end
This custom chip is part of OpenAI’s strategy to strengthen its infrastructure and negotiating position with chip suppliers, namely NVIDIA, as rising costs and demand for AI hardware push companies to seek alternatives
Read more6 big names at AI Action Summit in Paris
The AI Action Summit, held on 10-11 February in Paris, brought together global leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, US Vice President JD Vance.
Read moreDeepSeek is now in Chinese EVs, to power Geely & BYD’s connected car and self-driving tech
DeepSeek, which recently gained global attention for its cost-effective AI model, is now helping Chinese automakers like Geely & BYD enhance connected car features and self-driving capabilities, and strengthen their positions in the EV market
Read more‘Will AI take your job?’ Modi answers with a call for bias-free data set at Paris summit | Read full text
PM Modi, who co-chaired the AI Action Summit with Macron, said that artificial intelligence is the code for humanity in this century. He said that AI can help transform millions of lives by improving health, education, agriculture and so much more
Read more‘Need to be careful about biases in AI’: Modi at Paris artificial intelligence summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is co-chairing the AI summit with France’s President Emmanuel Macron, warned the international community of the dangers of biases in AI technology
Read moreTrump puts Vance to tough diplomatic test at Paris AI summit, Munich Security Conference
As Vice President JD Vance meets world leaders on his first foreign trip, his diplomatic debut at the AI Action Summit in Paris highlights his influence and key position he holds in the Trump administration and in shaping his international agenda
Read moreTurkey detains 10 officials over Kurd separatist links as Erdogan intensifies crackdown
Turkish police have detained 10 senior officials from opposition-run district municipalities in Istanbul, accusing them of links to Kurdish militants.
Read moreParis AI Action Summit: France, EU to reduce red tape, go easy on tech companies to boost AI development
Europe’s stance on AI regulation has been stricter than the US and China. While the EU passed the world’s first comprehensive AI Act last year, critics say these stringent measures could stifle innovation
Read moreTrump tariffs won't go unanswered, says EU as it prepares 'firm and proportionate' retaliation
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned that the EU will respond with “firm and proportionate countermeasures” to US tariffs on steel and aluminum imposed by President Donald Trump.
Read moreBangladesh: Is Yunus bringing arch-rivals BNP and Awami League closer?
Recent events in Bangladesh suggest that Awami League's arch nemesis BNP is joining its tune to disapprove the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government that took charge right after Hasina fled the nation
Read moreGoogle's AI boss casts doubts on DeepSeek's efficiency claims, calls them exaggerated and misleading
Google's Hassabis acknowledged DeepSeek’s accomplishments but described its reported cost-efficiency figures as “exaggerated and a little bit misleading.”
Read moreCould USAID cuts lead to US tax dollars funding terror groups?
The Trump administration’s efforts to dismantle USAID and freeze foreign aid have severely impacted oversight, raising concerns that US taxpayer money could inadvertently reach terrorist groups. A watchdog report highlights staffing reductions and halted vetting processes, leaving billions in unmonitored aid at risk. Past cases show USAID funds allegedly benefiting extremist organisations
Read moreDoge boss Musk says US paid $59 mn last week to house illegal migrants in NYC luxury hotels
Under former President Biden, FEMA faced criticism when reports emerged that, despite a shortage of funds for Hurricane Helene victims, it was distributing money that ultimately went toward assisting illegal immigrants
Read more‘Have you no shame?’: Netanyahu accuses prosecutor of ‘dragging him through hell’ in criminal trial
Due to many postponements caused by schedule conflicts, his recent prostate removal operation, and his trip to the United States last week, Netanyahu was testifying for the eighth time since 10 December, 2024
Read moreAI to get more expensive to build but significantly cheaper to use: Sam Altman
Altman explained that gains in AI performance still depend on substantial investments in training and infrastructure. However, he expects the cost for users to access AI services to drop by a factor of ten every year, which could drive widespread adoption
Read moreProtests in Pakistan over judges’ appointment as Imran Khan’s PTI opposes new law
Hundreds of lawyers staged protests in Islamabad against the elevation of six high court judges to the Supreme Court, demanding the postponement of the Judicial Commission of Pakistan’s (JCP) meeting. The demonstrations led to clashes with security forces.
Read moreGovt. of India likely to issue formal advisory against using DeepSeek over data security concerns
CERT-In’s investigation found that DeepSeek tracks user behaviour in ways that go beyond standard data collection practices. DeepSeek is capable of monitoring prompts submitted to the chatbot, device performance, app usage, and whether users have stopped using competing apps
Read moreHow France is becoming Indian students’ top choice for higher education
France is steadily becoming one of the most popular study destinations for Indian students. In the 2023-24 academic year, 7,344 Indians were enrolled in French institutions, with French President Emmanuel Macron saying that his government was aiming to increase this number to 30,000 by 2030. But what is prompting students to pick the European nation over other destinations such as the US or Canada?
Read moreIs China the real target of Trump's 25% tariff on steel, aluminum?
Although much of the steel and aluminium it produces are utilised domestically, China has been exporting the metals more recently to meet the demands of a sluggish economy. Most of these exports are routed to US allies like Canada and Mexico which in turn sell them to America
Read morePlughole-like dam in California creates mesmerising water display
A rare and compelling drainage feature at a reservoir is triggered for the first time in years by high water levels.
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