Trump backs India-Mideast-Europe corridor

United Nations: US President Donald Trump has reaffirmed his administration’s support for the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor, presenting the ambitious connectivity project as an alternative route for moving energy and goods across the region. Trump made the remarks during a multilateral meeting with leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council on the sidelines of the United…

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Indian and US Army troops train side by side in Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026 to boost combat readiness

New Delhi: Contingents of the Indian Army and the United States Army are currently undergoing intensive joint training across multiple platforms and operational scenarios as part of Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026.Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026, the 22nd edition of the India-US joint military exercise, began on September 15.The ongoing drills focus on honing combat tactics, boosting…

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India, Nepal Hold Inter-Governmental Talks on Trade and Transit Issues in New Delhi

New Delhi: India and Nepal reviewed a wide range of trade, transit and connectivity issues during the meeting of the India-Nepal Inter-Governmental Sub-Committee (IGSC) on Trade, Transit and Cooperation to Control Unauthorised Trade held in New Delhi on September 16-17, according to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.The Indian delegation was led by Joint Secretary,…

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China opposes US sanctions Bill, rejects ‘long-arm jurisdiction’

Beijing: China Thursday rejected the US “long-arm jurisdiction” to impose tariffs on purchases of Russian oil and gas, saying its normal trade and economic cooperation with other countries should not be subject to interference or coercion by third parties.The US House of Representatives passed the Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act 2026 that…

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Western troops in Ukraine would mean direct war: Russian FM

Moscow: Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said that Russia would consider the deployment of Western troops on Ukrainian territory a declaration of direct war.”Let me emphasise that we have no interest in getting involved in this, but if Europe, which talks every day about preparing for war against Russia, attacks the Russian Federation, that will…

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South Korea Court Orders North Korea to Pay $32.5 Million for Kaesong Liaison Office Blast

A South Korean court has directed North Korea to pay $32.5 million in damages for blowing up the Kaesong inter‑Korean liaison office in 2020 — the first time Seoul has sued Pyongyang directly.The Seoul Central District Court found the demolition to be an unlawful act that violated bilateral agreements and eroded mutual trust. South Korea filed…

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Odisha celebrates Ganesh Puja with devotion and festive spirit

Bhubaneswar: A festive spirit gripped Odisha today as people across the state celebrated Ganesh Puja with devotion and enthusiasm, seeking the blessings of Lord Ganesh, revered as the remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom and success.The festival was celebrated with colourful decorations, traditional rituals, devotional songs and cultural programmes at temples, educational institutions…

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China says it will ‘properly handle differences’ with India ahead of Modi-Xi meet

China: China has urged both countries to communicate more effectively and expand cooperation between them with the visit of Chinese President Xi Jinping for his bilateral talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the 18th BRICS Summit.Xu Feihong Chinese Ambassador to India said Beijing hoped New Delhi would “correctly manage differences between the two…

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Nepal flood death toll reaches 1,385 as authorities continue search, relief efforts

Kathmandu: The death toll from the Rasuwa floods has reached 1,385, while 5,130 people remain missing, according to the latest Search, Rescue and Relief update issued by Nepal’s National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA).The update, issued at 11:00 am on Friday, reported casualties across several districts. Chitwan recorded the highest number of deaths…

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