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Cloudburst in J&K’s Kishtwar Leaves 60 Dead, Over 100 Injured; Rescue Efforts Underway
SRINAGAR, INDIA — A devastating cloudburst in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district triggered flash floods that…
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Modi’s Bold GST Overhaul Wins Praise, but Sparks Revenue Concerns
NEW DELHI — Prime Minister Narendra Modi has unveiled India’s most ambitious tax cut in eight…
Putin Acknowledges US Efforts to Resolve Ukraine Conflict, Hints at Nuclear Arms Deal Ahead of Trump Summit
MOSCOW — Russian President Vladimir Putin on August 14 recognized the “energetic and sincere efforts” of…
India and China Quietly Strengthen Ties Amid Shifting Global Trade Dynamics and Upcoming High-Level Meetings
NEW DELHI – In a cautious but significant thaw, India and China, long-time rivals, are quietly…
Trump-Putin Alaska Summit Set to Seek Ceasefire in Ukraine Conflict Amid Complex Talks Ahead
WASHINGTON – U.S. President Donald Trump is poised to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Anchorage,…
Germany Reviews Fate of Afghans Stranded in Pakistan as Deportations Intensify
BERLIN — Berlin is reassessing whether Afghans stranded in Pakistan and awaiting resettlement under its admission…
India, Singapore Deepen Strategic Ties with Focus on Nuclear Energy, Green Growth and Skills Development
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Myanmar Military Chief Calls for Heightened Security Ahead of Controversial December-January Elections
MYANMAR – Myanmar’s military chief and acting president, Min Aung Hlaing, has urgently called for increased…