Vladimir Putin to visit India soon, preparations already underway: Russian FM

Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov said on Thursday that arrangements are being made for Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to India.

China tells Philippines: Stop serving as other countries’ mouthpiece

China has issued a warning to the Philippines ahead of United States Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s scheduled visit to Manila this week, urging the Philippine government to ’’stop serving as other countries’ mouthpiece’’ and to avoid being used as ’’chess pieces’’ in regional power plays.

U.S. tariffs harm global growth: economists

The global economic outlook is facing significant headwinds as the United States escalates its tariff policies, which economists warn could stifle global growth, exacerbate inflation, and disrupt international trade. According to the Global Economic Outlook report released by UBS on Sunday, tariffs are the most substantial risk to the global economy.

US adds dozens of Chinese entities to export restrictions list, including Inspur units

The US added six subsidiaries of Inspur Group, China’s leading cloud computing and big data service provider, and dozens of other Chinese entities to its export restriction list on March 25.

24% salary hike for MPs in Indian parliament

The Central government Monday notified a 24 per cent hike in the salaries of members of Parliament, with retrospective effect from April 1, 2023. An MP will now get Rs 1.24 lakh per month as salary as against Rs 1 lakh per month they received so far.

Risks of over-reliance on China: What Bangladesh can learn from Sri Lanka and the Maldives

Traveling on a flight arranged by the Chinese government, Bangladesh  interim government Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus is heading a 57-member delegation, which includes Foreign Adviser Touhid Hossain, along with officials and security personnel to China for a four day visit.

Terrifying video shows two French jets colliding mid-air

Three people were ’’found conscious’’ after two jets from the French air force’s acrobatics team apparently collided near an air base in northeastern France on Tuesday, authorities said.

China’s missed emissions target poses challenge to global climate efforts

China’s failure to meet a key carbon emissions target has raised concerns about its ability to achieve carbon neutrality, a potentially decisive factor in global efforts to avert the worst effects of climate change.

Flight from LA to Shanghai turns back after pilot forgets passport

A United Airlines plane that left the United States for China on the weekend had to make an unexpected diversion because the pilot forgot to bring his passport.

Chilean President Gabriel Boric to visit India, focus on trade and investment

Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font will make a state visit to India from March 30 to April 6, marking the first visit by a Chilean head of state to the country in 16 years. The visit aims to strengthen political and economic ties, with a particular emphasis on trade diversification and investment collaboration with the world’s fifth-largest economy, an official press release by the Government of Chile reported.

China’s airspace revolution: Low-altitude economy takes flight

The rapid growth of China’s low-altitude flying economy marks a significant shift in the aviation sector, integrating emerging technologies such as drones, electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, and autonomous air mobility into commercial and logistical operations.

Russia and Ukraine agree naval ceasefire in Black Sea

Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a naval ceasefire in the Black Sea in separate deals with the US, after three days of peace talks in Saudi Arabia.

India-France naval exercise ’Varuna 2025’ strengths maritime cooperation in Indo-Pacific

The Indian and French Navies conducted the bilateral naval exercise Varuna 2025 from March 19 to 22, reinforcing their strategic partnership and commitment to maritime security in the Indo-Pacific.

US sanctions Huthi-linked China oil refinery

The United States sanctioned on Thursday a China-based oil refinery that purchased Iranian oil worth around $500 million from Huthi-linked ships, as the White House ramps up pressure on Iran.

Pakistan jails Baloch human rights activist

Pakistan has again arrested Mahrang Baloch, a prominent champion of human rights for the country’s ethnic Baloch minority, and barred her lawyer from visiting her in jail.

Palestinian Oscar winner held by Israeli soldiers

A Palestinian Oscar winner has been detained in the occupied West Bank following an outbreak of violence between Israeli settlers and Palestinians, activists say.

China’s restaurants race to the bottom in deflation-hit economy

In a dilapidated warehouse on the outskirts of the Chinese capital, businessman An Dawei inspected rows of giant fridges, industrial hobs and commercial bread ovens waiting to be resold to dining establishments.

S. Korea court dismisses impeachment of PM, reinstates him as acting president

South Korea’s Constitutional Court dismissed the impeachment of Prime Minister Han Duck-soo Monday, reinstating him as acting president -- a role he was given after the president was suspended for declaring martial law.

U.S. moves to curb China’s grip on critical minerals

U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday invoked emergency powers to boost domestic production of critical minerals used widely across the economy as part of a broad effort to offset China’s near-total control of the sector.

UAE expands visa-on-arrival for Indian nationals: A call for Sri Lanka to seek similar privileges: Kananathan

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced an expansion of its visa-on-arrival programme for Indian nationals, a move that will make travel to the Gulf nation even more accessible for millions of Indian citizens. Starting February 13, 2025, Indian passport holders who possess valid visas, Green C

Rs724m spent to shield capital from protests in FY23

Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry on Wednesday informed the National Assembly that the authorities spent Rs724 million to prevent protests and secure the Red Zone in the federal capital during the fiscal year 2022-23.

Canada condemns China’s execution of four citizens over drug charges

China has executed four Canadian nationals on drug-related charges, a move that has drawn strong condemnation from the Canadian government and further strained diplomatic relations between the two countries, the New York Times reported.

Indian Himalayan Council of Nalanda Buddhist Tradition to host inaugural general assembly

The Indian Himalayan Council of Nalanda Buddhist Tradition (IHCNBT) will convene its first General Assembly at the India International Centre (IIC) in the national capital on March 21 and 22.

Tesla makes largest ever Cybertruck recall

Thousands of Tesla Cybertrucks have been recalled in the US due to concerns about part of the electric car’s trim falling off in the model’s eighth and largest ever recall.

Trump signs order to begin dismantling of US education department

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to dismantle the Department of Education, fulfilling a campaign pledge and a long-cherished goal of some conservatives.

China steps up air and sea incursions near Taiwan

China has increased incursions by its aircraft and warships in the Taiwan Strait with 59 sorties reported from Monday evening to Tuesday morning, as it repeated warnings against any “external interference” on the “Taiwan question.”

Musk, Tesla and the EU: Plutocracy is roiling European politics

In recent years, the growing influence of tech moguls like Elon Musk has become a defining force in global politics and economics, particularly in Europe. Elon Reeve Musk, a businessman renowned for his leadership roles in Tesla, SpaceX, and Twitter (now X), has expanded his influence beyond the tech industry.

India remains a high-growth real estate market in Asia Pacific region: Colliers report

Within the Asia Pacific region, India continued to exhibit strong momentum with the second half of 2024 witnessing a robust jump in real estate investments.

China says military exercises near Taiwan punishment for ’separatism’

Chinese military exercises near Taiwan on Monday were punishment for Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te’s continued promotion of ’’separatism’’, according to a stern statement out of Beijing, as Taiwan hit back by calling China a troublemaker.

Putin agrees in Trump call to pause Ukraine energy attacks but no full ceasefire

President Vladimir Putin has rejected an immediate and full ceasefire in Ukraine, agreeing only to halt attacks on energy infrastructure, following a call with US President Donald Trump.