Business Markets
On Monday, Asian stock markets fell sharply as doubts resurfaced over escalating trade tensions between the United States and China. Key Indexes Slide In Hong Kong, the Hang Seng Index dropped nearly 3.5%. In mainland China, the CSI 300 Index fell about 1.8%. The Shanghai Composite also declined. Trigger: Trade Escalation The sell-off came after […]
National
The U.S. Ambassador-designate, Sergio Gor, met India’s Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal (often referred to in media as “Agrawal” in earlier reports) in New Delhi. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral trade and investment ties. Diplomatic Visit Gor is on a six-day visit to India before formally taking charge. He arrived accompanied by Michael J. Rigas, […]
National
Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister, Amir Khan Muttaqi, abruptly canceled his planned visit to the Taj Mahal in Agra on Sunday. District officials confirmed there was no official explanation for the change in itinerary. Itinerary Plans Muttaqi was supposed to travel by road from New Delhi to Agra’s Shilpgram and then proceed to the monument. He had […]
Law & Order National
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday carried out searches at seven locations in Chennai connected to Sresan Pharma, the manufacturer of the Coldrif cough syrup. The action is part of a money-laundering probe under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). Background: Child Deaths After Syrup Use The Coldrif cough syrup has been linked to […]
International
Following a meeting between India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi, the Taliban expressed support for “India’s sovereignty over Jammu & Kashmir.” Pakistan’s Reaction Pakistan strongly rejected the Taliban’s backing of India’s claim over Kashmir. The Pakistani government termed the move as interference in its
International
U.S. President Donald Trump declared on October 12, 2025, that the Gaza war is over while traveling to the Middle East. His comments came as a ceasefire agreement held steady and preparations were underway for the first stage of a hostage–prisoner exchange between Israel and Hamas. Ceasefire And Hostage Deal Trump told reporters aboard Air […]
International
Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina has warned that an “attempt to seize power illegally and by force” is underway. His remarks follow the defection of members of the elite CAPSAT unit, who announced they would no longer recognize the existing chain of command. CAPSAT Unit Joins Protests The CAPSAT (Corps of Administrative and Technical Services) troops […]