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China Economy Grows 4.5% on Strong Exports
Export growth supports the world's second-largest economy, but weak domestic demand and mounting trade tensions remain key challenges.
IMF Warns of Rising Global Market Risks
The fund flags a potential AI-driven market correction, rising sovereign borrowing costs and cyberattacks as threats to financial stability.
Gold Slips as Dollar Strengthens Ahead of US Inflation Data
Bullion edges lower as investors assess the dollar's strength and await US inflation readings that could influence the Federal Reserve's interest-rate path.
India Steps Up Russia-Ukraine Peace Efforts
Jaishankar says New Delhi is in active discussions with Moscow and Kyiv on Black Sea shipping, grain and energy exports.
Imran Khan’s PTI Pushes Ahead With Islamabad March
Talks between Pakistan’s government and the opposition party collapsed over access to the jailed former prime minister, deepening political tensions.
Iran Links Hormuz Reopening to US Conditions
Tehran says the strategic shipping route will remain closed until Washington meets seven conditions, as diplomatic efforts continue.
G7 Agrees to Release 100 Million Oil Barrels
G7 countries have agreed to release 100 million barrels of diesel and crude oil from emergency reserves amid rising fuel prices and US pressure on European nations.
Modi, Trump Review India-US Strategic Partnership
The two leaders discuss trade, defence, energy and critical technologies and agree to maintain close engagement on bilateral and global issues.
Flydubai Flight Diverted to Saudi Arabia
The Dubai-to-Tel Aviv flight landed safely in Tabuk after transmitting emergency signals, with Israeli authorities later ruling out a hijacking.
Lashkar Commander Killed in Budgam Encounter
Security forces killed Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba commander Mohammad Asif alias Hashim Moosa during a joint operation in the Yousmarg area of Budgam.
526 Kg Drugs Seized From Iranian Dhow
Indian Coast Guard and Gujarat ATS intercepted the vessel west of Lakshadweep, recovering narcotics valued at more than Rs 3,000 crore and detaining five Pakistani nationals.
Trump Says US Considering Diesel Export Ban as Fuel Prices Hit Record Highs
US President Donald Trump says his administration is seriously considering restrictions on diesel exports as record domestic fuel prices intensify pressure on consumers, farmers and freight operators.
Iran Completes Chabahar-Zahedan Rail Link, Boosting India’s Central Asia Connectivity
The strategic 730-km railway connecting Chabahar with Zahedan has been completed and is expected to become fully operational within three to four months, strengthening India’s access to Afghanistan, Central Asia and eastern Russia.
Bangkok Declares All 50 Districts Flood Disaster Areas
Nearly 300 mm of rain in about two days has flooded roads, overwhelmed canals and forced evacuations across Thailand's capital, while more than 84,000 people have been affected by flooding nationwide.
Trump Gives Xi Rare Airport Welcome in Washington
Chinese President Xi Jinping began his first Washington state visit in more than a decade with an unusual planeside welcome from Donald Trump, ahead of talks centred on trade, technology, critical minerals, Taiwan and Iran.
Oil Hits One-Week Low on Iran Diplomacy Hopes
Brent falls below $102 and WTI slips under $100 as markets weigh possible US-Iran diplomacy and recovering Saudi oil exports.
Houthis Claim Missile and Drone Attacks on Riyadh
Flames and a large plume of smoke were seen near Riyadh's main airport as Saudi authorities issued overnight danger alerts before giving an all-clear.
Gemini Hacked Three Companies
Google’s AI model accessed real company systems during a cybersecurity test after gaining unintended internet access.
Trump Extends $100,000 H-1B Fee
The US has extended the payment requirement for certain H-1B workers until September 21, 2027, while legal challenges continue.
Russian ESPO Oil Tops $120
Strong Chinese demand and disruptions to Middle Eastern supplies have pushed Russia’s ESPO crude above $120 a barrel.
Trump Gets New Russia Tariff Powers
A newly signed US sanctions law allows tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian oil and gas.
US Weighs Major Troop Cuts in Europe
The Pentagon is considering withdrawing 25,000 or more US troops from Europe, with some options potentially involving a reduction of up to 40,000 personnel.
Russia Begins First Parliament Vote Since War
Russia has begun a three-day parliamentary election, the first since its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, with all 450 State Duma seats up for election.
Houthi Gains in Yemen Put Saudi Arabia Under Pressure as Red Sea Risks Rise
The Houthis’ advance along Yemen’s Red Sea coast and control of territory near Bab el-Mandeb have increased pressure on Saudi Arabia and raised concerns over regional shipping and energy security.
India, Pakistan Summon Diplomats After Naval Collision in Arabian Sea
India and Pakistan summoned each other's diplomats after naval vessels collided in the northern Arabian Sea, with both sides disputing where the incident occurred.
India Summons Pakistan Diplomat After Naval Collision in Arabian Sea
India summoned Pakistan’s top diplomat after a collision involving Pakistani naval units and an Indian naval vessel in international waters, with no major damage reported.
China Tightens Tech Security Travel Rules
China’s new entry and exit rules have taken effect, allowing authorities to restrict citizens from leaving the country if they are considered a potential threat to national technology security.
PM Chairs 18th BRICS Summit in Delhi
The Prime Minister held bilateral meetings and led major sessions on multilateralism, governance, and sustainability at the 18th BRICS Summit.
ICJ Hears Nicaragua Genocide Case Against Germany
Germany has petitioned the World Court to dismiss Nicaragua's lawsuit, which accuses Berlin of violating the Genocide Convention by supplying arms to Israel.