‘Not a quitter’ in Parliament: UK PM Truss

British Prime Minister Liz Truss described herself as “a fighter and not a quitter” Wednesday as she faced down a hostile opposition and fury from her own Conservative Party over her botched economic plan.

Taiwan will not accept unilateral decisions set by China: Deputy Foreign Minister

As China’s pursuit for Taiwan reunification grows larger with every passing day, the Deputy Foreign Minister of the self-governed island, Tien Chung-Kwang on Monday said that Taiwan will not accept any unilateral decision set by China.

India on path to become third largest economy in world

India is likely to become the third largest economy in the world by Fiscal Year 2028, two years earlier than initially predicted, showed the International Monetary Fund (IMF) World Economic Outlook database.

China’s state banks seen acquiring dollars in swaps market to stabilise yuan; Report

China’s state banks stepped up their intervention to defend a weakening yuan on Monday, with banking sources telling Reuters these banks sold a high volume of U.S. dollars and used a combination of swaps and spot trades.

China will modernize military to world-class standards: Xi Jinping

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday vowed to further modernize the country’s military in line with goals for the centenary of the People’s Liberation Army in 2027, state media outlet Xinhua reported.

Country has no future, if NRO-2 given: Imran Khan

Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf Chairman on Friday said that the country has no future if NRO-2 is given to ‘criminals’.The state affairs cannot be run if NRO is given to the looters, he said while addressing at Karachi Bar Association. He said the lawyers have invited him at a time when the country is passing through a critical situation.

Russia warns of World War III if Ukraine joins NATO

Amid escalation of war in Ukraine, Russia in an interview with state-run TASS news agency on Thursday said that its former Soviet neighbour’s entry to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) will lead to a third world war.

N.Korea test-fires cruise missiles able to carry nuclear weapons

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw the launch of two long-range strategic cruise missiles, state media reported on Thursday, calling it a test to confirm the reliability and operation of nuclear-capable weapons deployed to military units.

5.3 billion cell phones to become waste in 2022: Report

More than five billion of the estimated 16 billion mobile phones possessed worldwide will likely be discarded or stashed away in 2022, experts said Thursday, calling for more recycling of the often hazardous materials they contain.

India asks Canada to denounce and stop Nov 6 Khalistan Referendum

India has asked Canada to denounce the so-called “Khalistan Referendums” by proscribed terrorist organization “Sikh for Justice” on November 6 at Ontario and act against those who promote terror and violence against the largest democracy in the world.

China looking at Ukraine war to develop ’’Hybrid Warfare’’: Taiwan’s Security Chief

Taipei: China is looking at the experience of the war in Ukraine to develop ’’hybrid warfare’’ strategies against Taiwan including using drones and psychological pressure, a senior Taiwanese security official said on Wednesday.

China unlikely to resume direct flights with India citing Covid rules: Report

Direct passenger flight services between India and China are unlikely to resume in the near future unless Beijing modifies its policy of sudden cancellation of scheduled flights every time some passengers are tested positive for COVID on arrival in Chinese airports, informed sources in Beijing said.

Chinese policies causing rift in China-Europe relations

A multitude of economic and political factors which includes the ongoing geopolitical tensions amid the war in Ukraine, China’s anti-business ’Zero Covid’ policy, human rights violations, and the Taiwan Strait Conflict have deteriorated the relations between China and Europe, media reports said.

N.Korea’s Kim oversaw recent ‘tactical nuclear’ drills: State media

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un guided recent exercises by nuclear tactical operation units in response to large-scale navy drills by South Korean and U.S. forces, which have escalated regional tensions, KCNA state news agency said on Monday.

Russian strikes a response to Ukrainian ‘terrorism’: Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned that any further Ukrainian “terrorist” assaults on Russian soil will be met with a significant military response. He was speaking after a wave of missiles struck Ukraine on Monday morning.

Heatwaves to make regions uninhabitable within decades: UN

Heatwaves will become so extreme in certain regions of the world within decades that human life there will be unsustainable, the United Nations and the Red Cross said Monday.

PM Modi keeps India’s foreign policy active and alive

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has undertaken at least six foreign visits so far this year to strengthen bilateral and multilateral relationships by taking part in international summits including the G7 summit and Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit held in Germany and Uzbekistan respectively.

Taiwan’s president warns China against ‘armed confrontation’

Armed confrontation between Taiwan and China is “absolutely not an option”, Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen said on Monday, as she also pledged to boost the island’s defences and reiterated her willingness to talk to Beijing.

US make efforts to counter China’s growing influence in Pacific

To counter China’s growing influence in the Pacific, the United States has dialled up every effort and made attempts that would reduce the possibility of other countries in the Pacific region getting into China’s orbit, Global Strat View reported.

Imran Khan wants Pakistan to face a similar situation like Sri Lanka, alleges Pak PM Sharif

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday alleged that Imran Khan wanted Pakistan to face a similar situation like Sri Lanka and said the decisions of the previous government led by the cricketer-turned-politician was responsible for the current economic crisis.

Sri Lanka is like a twin brother: Indian HC says during visit to Eastern Province

Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka Gopal Baglay, who undertook a successful visit to the Eastern Province in Sri Lanka last week, said that India, like a twin brother, has and will always stand by Sri Lanka, especially in times of need.

G7 targets China’s Belt Road and Initiative to curb its global influence

China tried to project itself as a helping hand to developing countries in the case of infrastructure and economic development through its Belt and Road Initiative but only just to lure them into their debt trap. To counter China’s BRI, G7 announced an infrastructure programme as an alternative programme for the developing world.

Kremlin vows to win back territory recaptured by Ukraine

Kyiv on Wednesday claimed further victories over Russian troops in eastern Ukraine as the Kremlin vowed to recapture territory lost in a lightening Ukrainian counteroffensive.

Iran summons UK envoy as protests over Mahsa Amini’s death churn on

Iran said Wednesday it had summoned British ambassador Simon Shercliff to hear a protest over “meddlesome statements” on the unrest sparked by the death of Mahsa Amini.

S.Korean missile crashes during drill with US

A South Korean missile crashed down at a military installation in the country’s northeast during a joint show of force drill with the United States on Wednesday, held in retaliation for North Korea’s latest weapons test, which crossed Japanese airspace.

N.Korea fires missile over Japan, residents warned to take cover

North Korea has fired a ballistic missile over Japan for the first time since 2017, officials in Tokyo have claimed. The reported incident follows a flurry of similar launches in recent months.

EU sounds alarm over dangerous infection

EU nations are experiencing the largest detected epidemic of avian influenza (HPAI), a more dangerous variant of bird flu, a watchdog has warned on Monday.

UK to introduce major asylum rules changes: Media

The cabinet of British Prime Minister Liz Truss wants to deny the right to apply for asylum in the country to all illegal migrants, according to Reuters and The Times newspaper.

Google shuts down translation feature in mainland China

Google has shut down its translation services in China, citing low usage in the mainland country.

Brazilian presidential rivals head to runoff

Following the first round of Brazil’s presidential election on Sunday, it was announced that none of the candidates were able to secure a majority. A runoff between former President Lula da Silva and incumbent Jair Bolsonaro will take place on October 30.