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Pakistan and Russia have agreed to expand regional rail and road networks to improve trade links and offer landlocked Central Asian countries access to warm waters. The collaboration aims to position Pakistan as a strategic transit hub connecting Asia and Russia

Sebi bans Jane Street and three of its related entities — JSI2 Investments Private Ltd, Jane Street Singapore Pte Ltd, and Jane Street Asia Trading Ltd — from accessing the Indian securities market until further notice

Donald Trump announced Israel's agreement to a 60-day Gaza ceasefire proposal mediated by Qatar, involving hostage exchanges and talks on post-war governance. While similar deals have failed, shifting regional dynamics and U.S. leverage may create a new opportunity for peace

At least 30 terrorists were killed by Pakistan’s security forces while attempting to infiltrate from Afghanistan into North Waziristan. The military praised its intelligence and troops, urging Afghanistan to stop its territory from being used for cross-border terrorism

The US military has declared large swaths of the US-Mexico border as restricted zones, empowering troops to detain migrants and enforce border control. The move faces legal challenges and criticism over civil rights violations and militarisation of public lands

Members of the First Felicity Ramleela and Cultural Group dressed as figures from Indian scriptures lined up to greet him as he walked past with Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar, who was wearing a blue sari, a symbol of her proud Indian heritage.

PM Modi was accorded a ceremonial welcome and Guard of Honour upon his arrival at the airport and 38 Ministers as well as four Members of Parliament of Trinidad and Tobago were present to welcome him.

Talking about the challenges of getting the body readjusted back on Earth, Shukla told his audience that the biggest challenge is the absence of gravity. "Space is a new situation for the body. So like today, I am feeling much better from what I was feeling on day one here," the astronaut said.

Tax and spending package clears the House after a narrow vote, delivering a major legislative win. The Bill extends 2017 tax cuts, slashes safety net programmes, and sparks backlash from Democrats warning of serious social fallout

Briefing reporters after an hour-long phone conversation between the two presidents, Kremlin foreign policy aide Yuri Ushakov said Moscow will continue to seek a diplomatic solution to the ongoing conflict but will not leave its root causes unaddressed.

The victims were attending an album release party outside a restaurant. No arrests have been made, and police are continuing the investigation

Managing randomness — in human relations and in technology — is essential to achieving sustainable world peace and preventing war

Three European mountaineers achieved a historic feat on Pakistan’s Nanga Parbat: Germany’s David Göttler paraglided from 7,700m, while France’s Tiphaine Duperier and Boris Langenstein skied down the peak—marking the first ski descent from the Rupal Face and summit

Five Ugandan soldiers died when a Ugandan Air Force helicopter serving the African Union peacekeeping mission crashed at Mogadishu airport. Three crew members survived with serious injuries. The crash caused brief delays, and an investigation is underway by Somali authorities

A passenger ferry sank in Indonesia’s Bali Strait, leaving 4 dead, 38 missing, and 23 rescued. President Prabowo, currently in Saudi Arabia, ordered immediate search and rescue efforts, though operations face challenges due to rough seas and strong currents

Donald Trump’s potential nonconsecutive second term raises questions about the historic “second-term curse” that has troubled past presidents. Facing low approval ratings, global volatility, and growing executive power, Trump’s legacy may hinge on whether he defies or repeats history’s pattern

Thailand’s new Cabinet was sworn in Thursday, including suspended PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra, now culture minister, amid an ethics probe over her remarks to Cambodia’s Hun Sen. Acting PM Suriya led the ceremony, with Phumtham Wechayachai likely to assume acting duties

India has blocked all Pakistani accounts on X and upheld its ban on YouTube channels in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack. The move follows an advisory under IT Rules and AICWA’s call for a complete digital and cultural disconnect.

A skydiving plane crashed in woods near Cross Keys Airport, Monroe Township, NJ, injuring 15 people. Emergency crews responded swiftly, with multiple patients treated at Cooper University Hospital. The FAA is investigating the cause of the Cessna 208B crash

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred Ghana’s highest civilian honour — the ‘Officer of the Order of the Star of Ghana’ — during his state visit, recognising his global leadership. The visit also elevated India-Ghana ties to a comprehensive partnership.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said Operation Sindoor clearly signaled India's intent to act against terrorism. Backed by Quad and UNSC, the operation followed the deadly Pahalgam attack. Jaishankar also raised concerns about a US bill affecting India’s energy security.

India and the US have agreed to sign a new 10-year defence framework, reaffirming strategic ties and cooperation on defence production. Rajnath Singh also urged swift delivery of GE F404 engines for Tejas jets during talks with US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth.

Both leaders also discussed cooperation in vaccine production.

PM Modi received the award from the Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama.