A coin has two sides, so does stablecoins

Since Circle, the world’s second largest dollar stablecoin company, went public at the beginning of this month, its stock price has risen from the IPO price of $31 to $180 (as of June 27). At a time when the status of the US dollar as the largest reserve currency is being questioned, is the stablecoin a digital rocket booster to consolidate the dollar’s domination, or a spark that will weaken its hegemony?

India, Brazil partnership relevant to the entire world: PM Modi

India and Brazil are in agreement that all global problems should be resolved through dialogue, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (July 8, 2025) in Brasilia.

US deploys F-35s to Philippines for first time amid rising tensions with China

The Philippines is rapidly emerging as a key frontline state in the growing US-China rivalry in the Indo-Pacific, as Washington continues to deploy advanced military assets to the archipelago, which lies within the strategic ’’first island chain’’ a line of defence that includes Taiwan, Japan, and the Philippines, critical to US interests in the region, as reported by The Eurasian Times.

Linda Yaccarino departs as boss of Musk’s X

Linda Yaccarino, the boss of Elon Musk’s social media site X, has announced she is stepping down after two years.

Gujarat bridge collapse kills 10 in India

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his deep sorrow over the tragic bridge collapse. He extended his heartfelt condolences to the families who lost their loved ones and wished for the speedy recovery of the injured.

Pakistan’s military orchestrated China’s rise while manipulating the U.S.

For over two decades, Pakistan’s military establishment executed one of the most sophisticated geopolitical deceptions in modern history. While publicly partnering with the United States in the War on Terror and receiving more than $32 billion in direct aid, Pakistan simultaneously deepened its strategic alliance with China and covertly supported the very Taliban factions it had pledged to combat.

Philippines summons Chinese envoy after ex-senator sanctioned

The Philippine government has summoned China’s envoy to Manila, expressing concern over Beijing’s recent rare move to sanction a former senator whom it accused of improper behaviour on issues related to China.

PM Modi vows ‘humanity first’ approach under India’s 2026 BRICS presidency

Prime Minister Narendra said that under India’s BRICS presidency next year, the forum will have ’’a people-centric approach and the spirit of humanity first.’’ He stated that India, under BRICS chairmanship, will continue to work closely on all key issues.

Ex-Bangladesh leader authorised deadly crackdown, leaked audio suggests

A deadly crackdown on student-led protests in Bangladesh last year was authorised by then-prime minister Sheikh Hasina, according to audio of one of her phone calls verified by BBC Eye.

Dalai Lama affirms succession beyond his lifetime, defying Beijing’s authority over reincarnation

In the lead-up to his 90th birthday, the Dalai Lama has reiterated a longstanding conviction that the religious lineage bearing his title will continue after his passing, a stance that implicitly rebukes China’s claim over the succession process.

Over 70 killed, 130 injured in floods, rains in Pakistan in 10 days: NDMA

Flash floods and heavy rains resulted in the death of at least 72 people across the country while 130 people sustained injuries in separate incidents during the last 10 days this monsoon season, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) stated in its latest data.

French intelligence claims China trying to foil global sale of Rafale jets

French military and intelligence officials claim China has deployed its embassies to spread doubts about the performance of French-made Rafale jets following the aerial combat between India and Pakistan in May.

Taipei and New Delhi poised to shape trade

In an era defined by technological innovation, shifting geopolitics and the need for resilient supply chains, the world is reimagining its industrial future. Democratic nations are seeking trusted, dependable partners to drive the next wave of innovation and growth. India presents an opportunity.

Trump delays tariffs on 14 countries until August

President Donald Trump says he has delayed imposing higher tariffs on goods entering the US from 14 countries, including Japan and South Korea.

’Argentina’s lithium reserves of great interest to India’, says MEA

The Ministry of External Affairs on Saturday emphasised India’s great interest in Argentina’s lithium reserve, noting Indian public sector companies are ’’working out the implementation of the investments’’ in the Latin Amercian country to produce, refine, and export minerals.

Trump says alignment with BRICS’ ’anti-American policies’ to invite additional 10% tariffs

US President Donald Trump on Sunday said that countries aligning themselves with the ’’Anti-American policies’’ of BRICS, will be charged an additional 10% tariff.

Exiled leader Jamil Maqsood slams judicial injustice in Pakistan-Occupied Jammu and Kashmir

Jamil Maqsood, President of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the United Kashmir People’s National Party (UKPNP) and currently living in exile in Belgium, has issued a scathing critique of the judicial and administrative structure in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK).

16 years after Urumchi Massacre, CCP faces growing global calls for accountability

On the 16th anniversary of the July 5th Urumchi Massacre, Campaign for Uyghurs (CFU) honoured the victims of one of the most brutal state-led crackdowns in modern Chinese history, renewing calls for justice and international accountability.

India’s shift from global South leader to Israel ally- risk to relations with Muslim world and Iran

India’s foreign policy has seen a marked shift over the past decade. Once a vocal supporter of the Palestinian cause and a leading voice of the Non-Aligned Movement, India is now increasingly aligned with Israel—a development that is straining its historic relationships with the Muslim world, particularly Iran.

India emerges as tariff war winner-in-waiting, says Moody’s

India could be positioned to benefit from lower US tariffs compared to other Asia-Pacific (APAC) nations, potentially enhancing its appeal as a global manufacturing hub, Moody’s Ratings stated on Thursday.

US Tariffs: Making America Great Again, or Just Alone?

When Donald Trump returned to the White House in 2025, so did one of his hallmark economic tools: tariffs. Wrapped in stars, stripes, and tough talk about American strength, the latest wave of tariffs was intended to bring factories back, narrow the trade deficit, and, once again, “Make America Great.”

Musk announces forming of ’America Party’ in further break from Trump

The tattered bromance between Republican President Donald Trump and his main campaign financier Elon Musk took another fractious turn on Saturday when the space and automotive billionaire announced the formation of a new political party, saying Trump’s ’’big, beautiful’’ tax bill would bankrupt America.

Search for survivors continues as Texas floods kill 43, including 15 children

Hundreds of rescuers have been deployed to search for survivors in central Texas, after flash floods killed 43 people, including 15 children.

Passengers jump from plane’s wing after fire alert on flight before takeoff in Spain

At least 18 people were injured after a fire alert went off on a Ryanair Boeing 737 aircraft at Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) in Spain. The incident occurred on Saturday, just when the Manchester-bound plane was about to take off.

Astha Poonia, Indian Navy’s first woman fighter pilot

Countermeasure Vessels, Super Rapid Gun Mounts, and Submersible Autonomous Vessels, to enable the mitigation of potential risks posed to naval and Merchant Vessels.

Countries abandon China’s BRI over debt, security concerns

China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is facing a downturn as multiple countries withdraw or scale back their participation over concerns about sovereignty, debt sustainability, surveillance risks, and overreliance on Beijing.

QUAD foreign ministers concerned about East and South China sea situation

The Foreign ministers of the QUAD nations met in Washington, DC, on July 1 to reaffirm their steadfast commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific.

PM Modi’s 5-nation tour to focus on boosting bilateral cooperation in critical minerals

With 21st-century technologies increasingly reliant on critical minerals, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming five-nation tour, beginning July 2, is expected to expand India’s bilateral cooperation in sectors such as mining, mineral resources, and energy.

China is not our motherland, says Taiwan’s President in defiant speech

The People’s Republic of China (PRC) is not the ’’motherland’’ of the Republic of China (ROC) and has never owned Taiwan, President William Lai said yesterday, as reported by the Taipei Times.

At least 36 killed after explosion and fire at Indian factory

At least 36 people have been confirmed dead after a powerful explosion triggered a fire at a pharmaceutical factory in the southern Indian state of Telangana.