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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed hope that India will contribute to international efforts aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war. In a message on platform X, shared hours before a summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Anchorage, Alaska, he wrote: “We hope that India will contribute to efforts aimed […]
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Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit India from August 18 to 20 for high-level talks focusing on the boundary dispute and broader bilateral relations. High-Level Border Diplomacy During his visit, Wang Yi is expected to meet India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval under the Special Representatives mechanism to address ongoing boundary issues. This will […]
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In a historic first, the Indian national flag was hoisted atop Seattle’s iconic Space Needle to mark India’s 79th Independence Day. A Landmark Moment The tricolour was raised at the 605-foot tower for the first time, symbolizing pride for the Indian-American community and reflecting the growing strength of India–US ties. Dignitaries and Cultural Celebrations The […]
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U.S. President Donald Trump said he does not currently plan to impose retaliatory tariffs on countries like China for purchasing Russian oil, though he may revisit the issue in “two or three weeks.” The comment followed a summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Anchorage, Alaska, where Trump described the meeting as positive overall. While […]
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Torrential monsoon rains have unleashed devastating floods and landslides across northern and northwestern Pakistan, killing at least 160 people within 24 hours, with the toll expected to rise as rescue operations continue. Overnight Devastation Officials confirmed that 157 people died in Buner district alone, making it the hardest-hit area. In a tragic turn, a rescue […]