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Why India Is Tightening Gold And Silver Imports As Middle East Crisis Deepens
Government data shows that India's dependence on imported gold and silver has been rising steadily over the years, adding to trade deficit and forex depletion concerns.
Attack On Indian Ship Shows No Route Is Safe In Hormuz As Iran Tightens Grip
The location of the attack suggests that the cargo ship was following a new shipping corridor that emerged after Iran blocked the main shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz in March.
Mexican Judge Dies After Saving Her 3-Year-Old Son During Deadly Bee Swarm Attack
Witnesses said Ramirez Burciaga acted instinctively to protect her three-year-old son, Matias, when the swarm suddenly descended on the crowd.
Lebanon, Israel Hold New Peace Talks In US As Ceasefire Nears End
Israel's military said it was striking Hezbollah targets in south Lebanon on Thursday after warning residents of several towns and villages there and in the country's east to evacuate.
'Xi Said China Won't Arm Iran, Offered To Help Open Hormuz Strait': Trump
"He said he's not going to give military equipment... he said that strongly," Trump said.
US Official Targets Indians, Hyderabad's Chilkur Balaji Temple Over H-1B Visas
In a series of posts on X, the Republican senator from Missouri attacked the US employment-based visa system, alleging it suppresses local wages and creates a global "Visa Cartel" that displaces American workers.
Murder To Money Laundering: 12 Of The UK's Most Wanted Criminals Believed To Be Hiding In Spain
Officials say Spain remains a common hiding place for British criminals because of its large UK expat population and strong travel links.
UK Health Minister Resigns, Says Lost Confidence In PM Starmer's Leadership
Wes Streeting, 43, did not say whether he had the required support of 81 Labour MPs -- 20 per cent of the party in parliament -- to trigger a contest.
Beijing Roast Duck To Tiramisu: Inside China's State Banquet For Trump
Reflecting on his talks with Xi, Trump described their discussions as "extremely positive and constructive", while thanking the Chinese leadership for what he called a "magnificent welcome" at the start of his state visit.
"UAE Directly Involved In Act Of Aggression Against Iran": Abbas Araghchi
Araghchi also referred to what Israel has described as a "secret" meeting in the UAE during the war between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan -- a visit Abu Dhabi has denied took place.
"Make It Work And Never Mess It Up," Xi Tells Trump At Beijing Summit
"The world is changing and turbulent," Xi said and noted that the relationship between the two countries impacts not just the 1.7 billion people who live in both countries but also the 8 billion people who live outside the two countries.
Iran Allows Chinese Vessels To Pass Through Hormuz Strait: Report
A Chinese supertanker carrying 2 million barrels of Iraqi crude sailed through the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday.
Why Denmark Is Less Afraid Of AI-Linked Job Losses And Can India Follow
Denmark's 'flexicurity' model is helping workers fear AI disruption less. Can India replicate it?
Xi Aims To Overcome 'Thucydides Trap' In Talks With Trump: What It Means
Xi has mentioned the "Thucydides Trap" before with regard to US-China relations, dating back to as early as 2014. The term refers to a theory that a rising power and an established hegemon are destined for war.
2 Academicians Go Missing In Balochistan, Search Efforts Underway
Authorities have launched efforts to trace the missing individuals, as concerns continue to grow over the safety of the senior university officials.
At Trump-Xi's Lavish Banquet, Huaiyang Cuisine To Set Tone For Diplomacy
For decades, China has used the powerful symbolism of food during landmark official events and when receiving distinguished foreign visitors.
Opinion: Opinion | Trump-Xi Meeting, And The Problem With Dismissing America Too Soon
Americs is bruised, but appearances can be deceptive in great power politics.
India Calls For UN Reforms, Gaza Ceasefire At BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meet
Jaishankar opened his address with a frank assessment of a deteriorating global landscape. Conflicts, climate events, and the Covid pandemic, he said, had been "key contributory factors" to widening vulnerabilities.
Ship Anchored Off UAE Coast Seized, Heads Towards Iranian Waters
The seizure comes as US President Donald Trump is meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on a much-anticipated visit to Beijing.
