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Despite the influence the two superpowers wield over global geopolitics, the Washington summit produced little beyond an agreement to keep talking
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At the UNHRC session in Geneva, UKPNP representatives raised concerns over alleged human rights violations in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan, citing deaths, arrests, disappearances, communication blackouts and restrictions. They urged independent investigations, accountability, restored communications and protection for civilians
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India and ASEAN member states began the second ASEAN-India Maritime Exercise in the Philippines, focusing on maritime cooperation, interoperability and disaster relief. Indian naval ships Sahyadri and Kulish are participating alongside regional vessels in expert exchanges and sea drills
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At least 27 people have died and seven were injured in floods, landslides, inundation, strong winds and lightning caused by continuous rainfall across Nepal since September 24. The disasters affected over 1,000 families, damaged homes, disrupted roads and power supplies.
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An Indian IT vendor working with Singapore’s State Courts was sentenced to 28 weeks in jail after granting unauthorised remote access to a government-issued laptop containing over 18,000 court-related files.
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The FBI has added alleged gangster Satinderjeet Singh, alias Goldy Brar, to its Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list and announced a reward of up to $1 million for information leading to his arrest. Authorities accuse him of leading the Lawrence Bishnoi crime network's North American operations, involving extortion, drug trafficking, violent crimes and a high-profile assassination case in Canada.
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India recorded one of the longest US visitor visa interview wait times in fiscal 2025, with applicants waiting an average of 346 days due to high demand, staffing shortages, and infrastructure constraints at US consulates.
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The UAE called for de-escalation, diplomacy and peaceful settlement of disputes amid the Gulf conflict. UAE Minister of State Khalifa Shaheen Al Marar also raised the issue of three islands occupied by Iran and stressed freedom of navigation and transit passage.
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Nvidia has unveiled an AI security platform designed to set boundaries for autonomous agents and monitor their activities. The open-source OpenShell software and Sentry security layer are intended to prevent agents from exceeding their authorised tasks and contain suspicious behaviour
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Floodwaters in Bangkok began receding Monday after heavy weekend rain, but several neighbourhoods and roads remained inundated. About 7 lakh people were affected, while shelters housed nearly 7,000 residents. Airport baggage disruptions and supply-chain problems added to the disruption
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Russia’s new Geran-5 jet-powered drone is challenging Ukraine’s air defences, with interception rates reportedly falling to about 60 per cent. Faster, higher-flying and anti-jamming capable, the drone has prompted greater fighter-jet use as Ukraine faces shortages of Patriot missiles
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SpaceX plans to launch Starship on its 14th test flight, targeting its first orbital mission. The flight will deploy 26 Starlink V3 satellites, test re-entry and splashdown procedures, and evaluate upgraded engines and heat-shield technology following issues during Flight 13
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India has been included among countries eligible for zero US tariffs on specified speciality pharmaceutical products and ingredients. The exemption covers orphan drugs, therapies and medical countermeasures, while generic medicines remain outside the Section 232 pharmaceutical tariffs
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Hurricane Polo weakened to Category 3 but continued threatening northwestern Mexico with destructive winds, heavy rain and high waves. Mexican and US authorities urged residents to complete emergency preparations, secure property, identify shelters and follow evacuation orders as possible landfall approached
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Iran has proposed a seven-day roadmap to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and resume nuclear talks with the US, seeking sanctions relief, access to frozen assets and an end to the blockade. Washington rejected the proposal, citing demands for concessions upfront
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US President Donald Trump returned to the Presidents Cup as honorary chairman at Medinah Country Club, witnessing the American team secure its 11th consecutive title. Trump praised the team’s comeback, briefly addressed spectators and participated in the trophy presentation ceremony
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Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates warned that advanced AI could trigger events causing one billion deaths, urging governments to mandate safeguards and monitoring. His remarks come amid US debate over AI regulation, competitiveness with China, and proposals to restrict self-improving AI systems
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Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) navy announced the capture of another advanced US unmanned submarine, the REMUS 600, in the Strait of Hormuz. The IRGC claims the vessel was conducting espionage and was seized through a coordinated operation involving electronic warfare.
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A newly discovered software glitch in Boeing’s 737 MAX jets could disable automated navigation after a missed landing approach, raising safety concerns for airlines worldwide, including Indian carriers. Boeing has acknowledged the issue, notified operators, and is working on a fix.
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At least 27 people were killed in two separate mass shootings within hours in South African townships near Johannesburg and Cape Town. Eight gunmen armed with AK-47s and pistols attacked a bar in Wedela township late Saturday, killing 17, while another shooting early Sunday in Lwandle township left 10 dead.
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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met his Venezuelan, Belarusian and Mexican counterparts on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York. He also met Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand and discussed bilateral ties and regional issues
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Russia backed India and Brazil for permanent seats on the UN Security Council, while opposing additional seats for Western countries, particularly Germany and Japan. Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov called for greater representation of Asia, Africa and Latin America in reforms
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Two giant pandas, Ping Ping and Fu Shuang, left Chengdu for Atlanta under a 10-year China-US loan agreement. The deal was announced during Chinese President Xi Jinping’s US visit and described as a symbol of friendship between both countries
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Iran’s Supreme National Security Council denied reports that Tehran would launch military retaliation over aviation restrictions, saying negotiations were underway to remove them. The denial followed US sanctions on Iranian airlines, while reports said President Trump rejected Iran’s proposed seven-day ceasefire
