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US President Donald Trump has issued a stern ultimatum to Hamas, demanding acceptance of his 20-point Gaza peace plan by Sunday evening. The plan includes a temporary technocratic government and a ceasefire, with all captives returned within 72 hours. Trump warned of severe consequences if the deal is rejected.
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PM Modi welcomed Donald Trump’s 20-point Gaza peace plan, calling it a viable pathway to lasting peace. The plan, backed by Netanyahu, proposes a technocratic Gaza government, international oversight, and hostages’ release.
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US President Donald Trump unveiled a 20-point peace plan to end the Gaza war, backed by Israeli PM Netanyahu, proposing a technocratic government, amnesty for Hamas members, and international oversight.
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The US faces its first government shutdown in seven years as talks between Trump and Democrats fail, with disputes over Medicaid cuts and funding deadlines leaving federal services at risk.
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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum urged the US to show “consideration” after new tariffs on heavy vehicles, stressing the importance of USMCA trade ties in shielding Mexico from harsh economic impacts.
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Hamas has received a US-backed ceasefire plan delivered by Qatari and Egyptian mediators. While Arab and Muslim nations welcomed it, Islamic Jihad rejected the proposal, and Israel warned of consequences if refused.
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President Trump urged Microsoft to fire Global Affairs head Lisa Monaco, calling her a “menace to national security,” citing her past in the Biden administration and criticising her access to sensitive contracts.
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President Donald Trump escalated his campaign of political retribution, overseeing the indictment of former FBI Director James Comey and directing efforts to label liberal groups as domestic terrorists, sparking bipartisan concern over abuse of power and weaponization of federal agencies
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A senior US official confirmed President Trump and PM Modi will meet soon, highlighting strong US-India ties despite tensions over Russian oil, tariffs, and Chabahar sanctions. Planning for the next Quad Summit is underway, with India set to host
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Jimmy Kimmel returned to ABC after suspension over controversial comments, but some affiliate stations, including Nexstar and Sinclair, continue to block his show. The dispute has drawn political scrutiny, raising concerns over media censorship, corporate influence, and free speech
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Charlie Kirk’s killing has exposed deep divisions in America, especially among Black clergy who reject his portrayal as a martyr, citing his history of racist and divisive rhetoric. His memorial, blending religion and politics, fuels debates over faith, race, and nationalism
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President Trump promoted unproven medical claims about Tylenol and vaccines, linking them to autism without evidence. Speaking alongside vaccine skeptic RFK Jr., he advised pregnant women and parents to avoid recommended medications, drawing widespread criticism from medical experts and scientists
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China is launching a new K-Visa to attract foreign science and tech professionals, as the US imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications. Unlike H-1B, China’s visa doesn’t require a local job offer and promotes global collaboration
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The arbitrary and unreasonable hike in the visa fee to $1,00,000 would significantly impact the technology sector, which depends heavily on skilled workers from India and China
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US President Donald Trump said his administration is trying to retake Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan, citing its proximity to China’s nuclear sites, while renewing criticism of Biden’s withdrawal and linking it to Ukraine.
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US President Donald Trump has designated Antifa a "major terrorist organisation" following the murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Trump blamed left-wing extremism for rising violence, while the accused in Kirk’s killing was reportedly politically left-leaning and pro-LGBTQ+
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King Charles III is preparing a lavish royal welcome at Windsor Castle for Donald Trump’s historic second UK state visit. The event highlights diplomatic ties amid global tensions, with pageantry, a banquet, and talks on trade, tech, and transatlantic unity
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India-US trade talks resumed in New York as officials, led by Brendan Lynch and Rajesh Agrawal, discussed pending trade issues. Optimism follows supportive statements by PM Modi and President Trump, signaling renewed momentum in bilateral trade negotiations amid improving relations
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Donald Trump filed a US$15 billion defamation lawsuit against The New York Times and four journalists, alleging false and malicious reporting tied to the 2024 election. He claims the outlet has long targeted him and spread damaging, untrue information
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US trade envoy Brendan Lynch met India’s negotiator Rajesh Agrawal as talks resumed. Analysts say a narrow package on tariffs, agriculture, and standards could lead to an early deal despite oil tensions.
