Topic: International

Philippines Rejects China’s South China Sea Arbitration Stance in Seoul

Tensions between China and the Philippines over the South China Sea rose after Beijing reiterated its rejection of the 2016 arbitration ruling during the Seoul Defense Dialogue.

Saima Wazed resigns from WHO post amid financial irregularity probes

Saima Wazed, daughter of former Bangladesh prime minister Sheikh Hasina, has resigned as WHO Regional Director for South-East Asia amid ongoing probes.

What India Could Gain From Xi Jinping’s BRICS Visit to India

Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to visit India for the September 12-13 BRICS summit, with talks likely on border issues, trade and economic relations.

Signboard dispute erupts before inauguration of new India-Nepal border bridge

A dispute has emerged over a signboard ahead of the inauguration of a newly built bridge on the India-Nepal border in Uttarakhand’s Pithoragarh district.

Zelenskyy’s aircraft narrowly avoids drone scare during Moldova departure for Norway

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s aircraft narrowly avoided a drone during departure from Moldova for Norway, Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre told NRK.

Trump warns Fed to cut rates or face trade freeze

President Donald Trump has warned the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates, linking the demand to possible trade action against deficit countries.

US prepares 2027 plan as Middle East conflict may drag on

The US is reportedly extending some Middle East military deployments until 2027 amid the ongoing confrontation with Iran, raising concerns over prolonged pressure on troops and resources.

Why Bangladesh Will Pay China More Despite Cheaper Indian Power

Bangladesh is set to buy waste-to-energy power from a Chinese company at about 127 percent above the average price of electricity imported from India.

Trump warns Iran: ‘A bigger attack is still to come’

Trump warned Iran of an even tougher response after US military strikes, as Tehran claimed retaliation and fears of wider Middle East conflict grew.

Hasina Says She Will Return to Bangladesh to Stand With People

Former Bangladesh prime minister Sheikh Hasina says she wants to return to Bangladesh not for power, but to stand with her people, amid tensions over extradition.

Trump Claims Iran Does Not Currently Possess Any Nuclear Weapons

US President Donald Trump has claimed Iran currently does not have nuclear weapons, amid renewed US-Iran tensions and military activity near the Strait of Hormuz.

Woman Stabs Two in 20 Seconds at New York Times Square

A 49-year-old woman allegedly stabbed two people within 20 seconds in New York’s Times Square, killing a 32-year-old woman and injuring a 68-year-old man.

Modi, Putin and Xi meet at SCO, crucial for India

The 26th SCO summit in Bishkek brings Modi, Putin and Xi together, with key implications for India’s diplomacy, security and regional strategy.

Modi to Meet Putin, Possibly Xi, at Bishkek SCO Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is attending the SCO summit in Bishkek, with talks expected on security, terrorism, trade, energy and connectivity.

Iran retaliates after US strike on Larak Island rocket launchers

Tensions between the United States and Iran have risen after a US strike on Larak Island and Iran’s claimed retaliatory attacks on US bases in Jordan.

US strikes in Hormuz after nearly a month of calm

After nearly a month of calm, the US struck two Iranian rocket launchers on Larak Island near the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of wider conflict.

Iran retaliates after US strike on launchers near Hormuz Strait

Military tensions between the United States and Iran have risen after a US strike on Larak Island and Iran’s claimed retaliation against US bases in Jordan.

Iran retaliates after US strikes IRGC launchers on Larak Island

The US struck IRGC rocket launchers on Iran’s Larak Island, while Iran claimed missile retaliation against US bases in Jordan.

Bisleri Celebrates Carry On Jatta 4 With Bottles

Bisleri International, India’s leading packaged drinking water brand, has announced its limited-edition bottles inspired by Carry On Jatta 4. The limite...

Chennai Plastic Surgery Hosts International Gynecomastia Workshop

Chennai Plastic Surgery Hosts International Gynecomastia Workshop CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: Chennai Plastic Surgery...