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Trump Threatens Harder Strikes on Iran

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US President Donald Trump has hardened his position on Iran, warning of intensified military action as diplomatic efforts struggle to contain the five-month conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Trump Threatens Stronger Strikes on Iran Speaking during a Cabinet meeting at Camp David, Trump said Iran would be hit “very hard” and indicated that […]
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India Slams Pakistan Over Mujahideen Admission

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India has accused Pakistan of admitting that it trained and armed Mujahideen for operations against India, following remarks by a senior aide to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif amid escalating unrest in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. India Cites Pakistan Mujahideen Admission External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal referred to comments made by Rana
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EAM Jaishankar Raises Maritime Safety With Iran

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External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has spoken with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and conveyed India’s deep concern over continuing hostilities in West Asia and the growing risks faced by commercial vessels and civilian seafarers. Jaishankar Raises Maritime Safety With Iran During the telephone conversation, Jaishankar stressed that commercial shipping and
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Trump Reconsiders Ukraine Patriot Missile Deal

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US President Donald Trump has said Washington has not approved Ukraine’s request to manufacture Patriot missile interceptors, stepping back from earlier statements suggesting Kyiv would receive a production licence. Trump Reconsiders Ukraine Patriot Production Speaking during a Cabinet meeting at Camp David, Trump said discussions were continuing but no final agreement had
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Three Killed in Nepal Communal Violence

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Nepalese Prime Minister Balendra Shah has appealed for calm after communal violence between Hindu and Muslim groups left at least three people dead and 25 injured across southeastern Nepal. Nepal Communal Violence Leaves Three Dead The unrest began in Dewanganj in Sunsari district on Sunday night after a dispute over loud music and religious flags […]
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US Awards $58.6 Billion Patriot Missile Deal

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The US Army has awarded Lockheed Martin a contract worth up to $58.6 billion to produce Patriot interceptor missiles, as military operations in Iran and continued support for Ukraine place pressure on American weapons inventories. US Awards $58.6 Billion Patriot Contract The agreement converts a one-year contract worth $4.7 billion, awarded in April, into a […]
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US Warns China Over Rare-Earth Commitments

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The United States has warned China to fully honour its commitments on rare-earth supplies and American agricultural purchases as Washington and Beijing prepare for a possible meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in September. US Presses China on Rare-Earth Supplies US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Trade Representative Jamieson
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EAM Jaishankar Condemns Black Sea Ship Attacks

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External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has told Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha that attacks on commercial vessels and Indian seafarers in the Black Sea are unacceptable, regardless of who carries them out. Jaishankar Raises Black Sea Ship Attacks During a telephone conversation, Jaishankar discussed the recent attacks on commercial shipping and Indian crew
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US Mulls $100,000 Foreign Graduate Work Fee

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The Trump administration is reportedly considering a $100,000 fee for international students seeking permission to work in the United States after graduating from American universities. The proposal has not been finalised or officially implemented. US Considers $100,000 OPT Fee The reported charge would affect foreign graduates using Optional Practical Training, a
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US Federal Reserve Keeps Rates Unchanged

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The US Federal Reserve has kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged as policymakers continue to confront inflation above the central bank’s 2 percent target. The federal funds rate remains within a range of 3.5 percent to 3.75 percent. Federal Reserve Holds Rates Unchanged The Federal Open Market Committee approved the decision by a 9-3 vote […]