Four prime ministers in one year: What led to France’s government collapse

France’s government collapsed after Prime Minister François Bayrou lost a parliamentary confidence vote on Monday (local time). The 74-year-old centrist, appointed less than nine months ago, was defeated by a wide margin of 364 to 194 in the National Assembly, forcing him to tender his resignation to President Emmanuel Macron.

Protesters set Nepal Parliament on fire, Kathmandu airport cancels all flights

Fresh tension erupted in Kathmandu on Tuesday, as hundreds of youngsters took to the streets to protest against corruption, a day after a similar agitation against a ban on social media left 19 people dead.

India, EU resume trade talks; Qatar FTA framework expected soon

India’s trade deal negotiations are set to gain momentum this week with multiple bilateral engagements underway, including fresh rounds with the European Union (EU).

U.S. tariffs on India and the new trajectory of Indo-U.S. relations

India and the United States have long been seen as natural partners in shaping the global order, with their relationship often described as one of the most important bilateral ties of the 21st century. Built on shared democratic values, expanding economic cooperation, and converging security interests, the partnership has steadily deepened over the past two decades.

Thai court says ex-premier Thaksin Shinawatra must serve year in prison

Thailand’s Supreme Court has ruled that former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra must serve one year in prison, in a watershed case for the kingdom.

France in fresh political crisis after MPs oust prime minister

France has been plunged into a new political crisis with the defeat of Prime Minister François Bayrou at a confidence vote in the National Assembly.

Nepal lifts social media ban after 19 killed in protests

Nepal has lifted a social media ban after it led to clashes between protesters and police that have left at least 19 people dead.

Nepal protests against social media ban, 14 die during violent clashes

The army was deployed in the Himalayan city after agitators reportedly broke curfew restrictions and entered restricted zones near Parliament.

India, Israel ink iandmark bilateral investment agreement

Israel has become the first OECD member state to sign an investment pact under India’s new model treaty framework. The BIA replaces the earlier investment treaty signed in 1996, which was terminated in 2017 as part of India’s policy overhaul on such agreements.

India-US militaries begin rehearsing various battle drills together in Alaska

The field training component of the India-US joint military exercise Yudh Abhyas 2025 has officially commenced in Alaska, marking a significant step in the deepening defence cooperation between the two nations.

South Korea reaches deal to bring home citizens detained in US Hyundai raid

South Korea’s government says it has reached an agreement with the US to release its citizens detained in a massive immigration raid at a Hyundai plant in Georgia.

Red Sea cable cuts disrupt internet across Asia and the Middle East

Internet connectivity in multiple countries including India and Pakistan has been affected due to subsea cable outages in the Red Sea, internet monitoring group Netblocks said.

Trump floats new sanctions after Russia’s largest air assault on Ukraine

United States President Donald Trump has expressed his frustration with Russia following Moscow’s largest-ever aerial assault on Ukraine, as his administration floats tougher sanctions to “collapse” the Russian economy.

Taiwan steps up diplomatic push in Latin America, Caribbean

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has allocated NT$5.3 billion (US$174.15 million) for its Department of Latin American and Caribbean Affairs to strengthen diplomatic relations and forge new ties with regional countries.

From battlefield to breakdown: Pakistan’s internal struggles after the May conflict with India

Pakistan’s military and government have been eager to trumpet a narrative of strength and victory since the brief conflict with India in May 2025. After the ceasefire, Islamabad declared a ‘National Day’ honoring the armed forces, parades filled city streets, and officials proclaimed a fake victory over India.

US House committee probes far-left anti-Israel group for alleged China links

US Congressional committee said Thursday that it was investigating a far-left socialist group that has led anti-Israel protests in New York City for alleged ties to the Chinese government.

Russian vaccine for colon cancer ready to use: Report

Russia’s cancer vaccine has successfully completed preclinical trials, demonstrating both safety and high efficacy, Veronika Skvortsova, head of the Federal Medical and Biological Agency (FMBA), announced at the Eastern Economic Forum (EEF), Tass reported.

Japan’s embattled Prime Minister Ishiba to resign, media report

Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has expressed his intention on Sunday to step down following growing calls from his party to take responsibility for a historic defeat in July’s parliamentary election, Japan’s NHK public television reported.

Taiwan accuses China of breaching international law over drilling

Taiwan’s government has accused China of breaching international law by drilling for oil and gas inside Taiwan’s exclusive economic zone (EEZ) and immediately demanded it halt the activity.

Thai parliament elects Anutin Charnvirakul as prime minister

Thailand’s parliament has elected Anutin Charnvirakul, leader of the conservative opposition Bhumjaithai party, as the country’s prime minister.

India is our top-tier defence and security partner: Australia

Australia has termed India as its ’’top-tier defence and security partner’’ even as it welcomed India’s ’’critical leadership in the Indian Ocean’’. The comments by Australia’s defence spokesperson comes even as both countries have been firming up defence ties.

Nepals Foreign Secy rejects Chinas claim on GSI

Nepal on Thursday rejected China’s claim that it agreed to support the Global Security Initiative (GSI) during Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s recent visit to China.Nepal’s Foreign Secretary Amrit Bahadur Rai clarified that Nepal has only supported the Global Development Initiative (GDI) and not the GSI or Global Civilisation Initiative (GCI).

Trump signs order to bring lower Japanese auto tariffs into effect

U.S. President Donald Trump signed an order on Thursday to implement lower tariffs on Japanese automobile imports and other products that were announced in July, providing some relief to Japan’s export-heavy economy.

Trump to rebrand Pentagon as Department of War

US President Donald Trump is directing that the Department of Defense be known as the Department of War.

India, Germany discuss strengthening trade facilitation, market access

India’s Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday co-chaired a meeting with the business delegations from India and Germany, along with Johann Wadephul, German Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs, here in the national capital.

US revokes TSMC’s licence on China-bound tech

Washington has pulled Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company’s (TSMC) authorisation to freely ship advanced technology from the US to China, the company said.

Lisbon in shock after funicular crash leaves 15 dead

Portugal is in shock after 15 people lost their lives in the derailment of the 140-year-old Gloria funicular, a major tourist attraction in the capital Lisbon.

Trump appeals to US Supreme Court to rule on legality of tariffs

President Donald Trump has asked the US Supreme Court to overturn a lower court decision that found many of his sweeping tariffs were illegal.

How SCO agri-tech partnerships are feeding growth

In the heat of Islamabad, Abdul Ghaffar Shar is busy making calls and finalizing schedules. A major B2B forum is about to take place in Beijing alongside the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit, and Shar is helping Pakistani firms secure a spot. For him, it’s more than just another business trip—it’s the continuation of a journey that began years ago in China’s agricultural heartland.

Trump accuses Xi of conspiring against US with Putin and Kim

US President Donald Trump has accused Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping of conspiring against the US with the leaders of Russia and North Korea.