Russia, US and nuclear: What to expect from Xi-Kim summitChina's President Xi Jinping will visit North Korea on Monday as he seeks to cement Beijing's influence in its own backyard, following summ...
05 Jun, 2026, 03.20 PM IST
Pete Hegseth’s silence on Taiwan is exactly what Xi Jinping wantsUS Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth adopted a quieter approach to Taiwan at a Singapore security forum. This shift in communication aims to p...
31 May, 2026, 05.07 PM IST
Pentagon chief urges allies to boost defence spending amid 'alarm' over China's buildupPentagon chief Pete Hegseth has voiced concerns over China's military expansion in the Pacific. He noted widespread alarm across the region...
30 May, 2026, 02.30 PM IST
Cockroach Janta Party: How an insect jibe united India’s disgruntled jobless youthA mock political party, the Cockroach Janta Party, is gaining massive followers on social media. It represents young Indians' frustration w...
26 May, 2026, 07.57 PM IST
Markets brace for a long conflict as investors reassess global equity risks: Andrew FrerisWest Asian tensions are creating market uncertainty. Investors face prolonged volatility for months or years. Some Asian markets like Singa...
26 May, 2026, 11.41 AM IST
IITs reach for global stature amid endowment crunchIndian Institutes of Technology are actively expanding their global presence. They are forging international partnerships, establishing ove...
24 May, 2026, 12.35 AM IST
Trump officials tried to ban half of US voting machines, citing conspiracy theoriesA Trump administration plan aimed to ban Dominion voting machines. Officials considered declaring components national-security risks. This ...
22 May, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
Kospi Crash Explained: Why South Korea's red-hot stock market tumbled 6% after record rallySouth Korea's stock market saw a dramatic fall on Friday. This happened after a massive rally pushed valuations to extreme levels. The mark...
15 May, 2026, 04.55 PM IST
With Chabahar Port in limbo, can India still reach Central Asia and Russia?India's crucial trade route to Russia and Central Asia is at a critical juncture. US sanctions on Iran's Chabahar port create uncertainty f...
14 May, 2026, 11.01 AM IST
Passengers evacuated from hantavirus-stricken cruise ship begin flying home from Canary IslandsPassengers from the hantavirus-hit cruise ship MV Hondius are flying home from Tenerife. They are being evacuated by military and governmen...
11 May, 2026, 06.36 AM IST
Bangladesh starts fuelling its first nuclear power stationBangladesh will begin loading uranium fuel into its first nuclear power station on Tuesday, a key step towards bringing the 2,400 megawatt ...
28 Apr, 2026, 03.07 PM IST
New Lord’s exhibit honours South Asia’s cricket legacyA new exhibition at the MCC Museum in London celebrates the significant influence of the South Asian community on British cricket. 'The Man...
24 Apr, 2026, 01.37 PM IST
Iran war pushes Asia to think twice before doubling down on LNGA Middle East conflict has disrupted global liquefied natural gas supply. This has caused prices to surge, impacting Asian nations heavily ...
17 Apr, 2026, 07.18 AM IST
Iran war promises green edge for Asia as plastic packaging runs shortThe Iran war's disruption of plastic supplies has unexpectedly boosted demand for eco-friendly paper packaging, with inquiries tripling for...
15 Apr, 2026, 07.38 AM IST
QS World University Rankings: JGU ranks 35th in Law, remains India’s top law schoolOP Jindal Global University has achieved a significant milestone, breaking into the global top 35 for Law and securing the #1 position in I...
30 Mar, 2026, 06.14 PM IST
India, Saarc countries pull up Pakistan, ask it to pay up $7.85 mn for South Asian UniversityPakistan is the only member of the SAARC which has not yet contributed any amount for running the institution since it started functioning ...
27 Mar, 2017, 12.58 AM IST
- Cabinet nod for South Asian University
As the top leadership of the eight SAARC countries take a final view on establishing the South Asian University, the Indian Cabinet has tak...
03 Apr, 2007, 04.26 AM IST