India edging closer to its goal of building a strong navy of 200 vessels and 500 aircraft by 2050

INS Vagir, the fifth submarine of the Kalvari Class submarines, was commissioned into the Indian Navy recently, boosting the Indian Naval force’s prowess.

China’s economy faltering amid ageing population, slow growth rate

China’s demographics and economic growth rate are raising the biggest questions among business people about whether to invest in China or not, reported The New York Times (NYT).

Djokovic continues bid for 10th title against Alex de Minaur

Novak Djokovic will continue his bid for a record-extending 10th Australian Open men’s singles title against home favourite Alex de Minaur in the fourth round on day eight in Melbourne.

California Chinese New Year shooting suspect found dead

The man wanted for a mass shooting in California during Lunar New Year is dead, apparently from suicide, police in Los Angeles said on Sunday.

US Lawmaker moves bill to remove Pakistan as Major Non-NATO Ally

A US lawmaker has introduced a legislation in the US House of Representatives that seeks to terminate Pakistan’s designation as a major non-NATO ally, and require annual certification from the president with certain conditions for Islamabad to be given such a designation.

Bangladesh universal health coverage indicators better than Pakistan

Bangladesh, a nation born out of Pakistan in 1971 is performing better in universal health coverage indicators than its predecessor, reported Bangladesh Live News (BLN).

US, China lock horns over capturing semiconductor chip market: Report

Semiconductor chips have gained huge importance in the global economy. The United States, the leading chip manufacturer and China which is desperately trying to conquer the chip market, are trying to overtake each other although the US seems to have an advantage, reported Inside Over.

6 people dead in California home shooting, including 6-month-old baby

Six people, including a 17-year-old mother and a six-month old baby, were killed in a shooting at a home in Goshen, California, on Monday (Jan 16), authorities said, describing the attack as targeted and calling it a ’’horrific massacre.’’

Pleased to see women peacekeepers from India arriving in Abyei: UN Peacekeeping Chief

The UN peacekeeping chief on Monday welcomed the deployment of the largest contingent of women peacekeepers from India in Abyei, saying female troops mean efficient operations.

India in a sweet spot and may continue to outperform: Devina Mehra

The outperformance of the Indian market may continue in 2023, however, the sectoral trends may change, said Devina Mehra, Chairperson & MD, First Global.

Indian IT companies set for modest growth in Q3 on global headwinds

India’s IT services heavyweights delivered between 14-20 per cent on-year growth in topline for December quarter, as they raised guard on global uncertainties and choppy verticals, but remained hopeful that costs as well as business considerations will drive tech demand. The tech earnings season began with large IT companies -- Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Infosys, Wipro and HCL Technologies -- declaring their Q3 report card this week, amid a

Centre declares Lashkar’s offshoot ’The Resistance Front’ a terrorist organisation

The Resistance Front (TRF), an offshoot of Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) has been declared a terrorist organisation and banned by the Indian government.

Sticking to border pacts essential for bilateral relationship: India to China

India on Thursday reiterated that ensuring peace and tranquility in the border areas was essential for the development of India-China ties.

We want better energy ties with Delhi: Nasrul

Bangladesh wants deeper ties with India in energy and power sector to avoid future energy crisis, State Minister for Power, Energy, and Mineral Resources Nasrul Hamid said yesterday.

Economists warn of global recession in 2023

Geneva, Switzerland, 17 Jan. (Daily Mirror World) – A majority of the World Economic Forum’s Community of Chief Economists expect a global recession in 2023, see geopolitical tensions continuing to shape the global economy, and anticipate further monetary tightening in the United States and Europe. These are the key findings of the Chief Economists Outlook, launched today at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland.

Türk alarmed at abduction of at least 50 women in Burkina Faso

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk today expressed alarm at the abduction of at least 50 women in Burkina Faso on 12 and 13 January and called for their immediate and unconditional release.

Video shows moments before plane crashed in Nepal

A video posted on social media showed moments before a passenger plane crashed in Nepal.

India steadfast in its support of Sri Lanka during crisis

India continues help its close neighbor Sri Lanka which is facing the worst economic crisis in its history, by lending economic support and assistance.

Imran Khan criticises Pakistan govt over ’irresponsible Statements’ against Taliban

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has condemned the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz- led government’s “irresponsible statements” against the Taliban and warned that a deterioration in Afghan ties could result in a “never-ending” war against terrorism, Dawn reported.

Dalai Lama indicts China for using religion as a political tool

China Covid: Infections will surge in rural areas over lunar new year, epidemiologist warns

Covid cases will surge in rural China where healthcare is less accessible, a top Chinese epidemiologist has warned.

Europeans Needed Wake-Up Call, Says Jaishankar On New Global Order, Proposes World of ’Multi-alignment’

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said that the European countries needed a wake-up call to understand the shaking up of international order. Stating that the world order is still Western, the EAM proposed a world of “multi-alignment’’ where countries will choose their own “particular policies and preferences and interests.’’

India initiates anti-dumping probe into import of vitamin from China, EU

India has initiated an anti-dumping probe into import of a certain kind of vitamin, used for animal consumption, from China, European Union and Switzerland following a complaint by a domestic player.

South Kashmir’s longest bridge to be commissioned soon in Kulgam

The construction of south Kashmir’s longest bridge in Kulgam district is in the final stages and this bridge will be thrown open for commuters next month, an official said on Wednesday.

Locals in Ladakh welcome Centre’s decision to form committe to protect UT’s unique culture

The people of Ladakh welcomed the administration’s decision to form the high-powered committee aimed at preserving the region’s distinct culture and language.

Pakistan’s Election Commission issues arrest warrants for Imran Khan, his aides in contempt case

Bailable arrest warrants were issued against Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan and other top leaders of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party on Wednesday by the country’s top election body. The case has been filed against the party after some top leaders made statements against the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) and the Chief Election Commissioner Sikander Sultan Raja.

Pakistan floods: International donors pledge over $9bn

Donors from around the world have pledged more than $9bn (£7.4bn) to help Pakistan recover from the devastating floods that hit the country last year.

Rioters storm Congress in Brazil

Thousands of protesters clad in yellow Brazil football shirts and flags overran Police barricades and stormed Congress in Brazil.

WWE superstar hails Yadav’s performance against Sri Lanka

NEW DELHI, Jan 9 (Daily Mirror World) -- Suryakumar Yadav’s performance against Sri Lanka has drawn praise from an unexpected superstar, wrestling entertainment’s Drew McIntire.

UAE cricketers eager to play with Wanindu in DP World ILT20