Following months of diplomatic deadlock, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump announced the framework for an Interim US-India Trade Agreement  on February 6, 2026 — a move that significantly reduces US tariffs on Indian goods from 50% to 18% . The agreement marks a major shift in bilateral trade dynamics, but subsequent revisions to the White House fact sheet have sparked debate across agriculture, digital policy, energy, and textile sectors. This articl

Rodríguez calls for national unity and domestic political dialogue, rejects foreign interference amid ongoing tensions with Washington Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez  has stated that differences with the United States  over the future of her country will be addressed through diplomatic channels , asserting that Caracas seeks respectful, face-to-face dialogue rather than escalation. Speaking on Sunday (January 25, 2026)  at an event with oil workers at the Puerto

India has created history by participating as a Partner Country at Gulfood 2026  for the first time in the event’s 31-year history , marking a major milestone in the country’s global agri-food trade journey. Gulfood, the world’s largest annual food and beverage sourcing exhibition, opened today in Dubai and is being hosted simultaneously across two mega venues for the first time ever . The five-day event runs from January 26 to January 30, 2026 , spanning the Dubai World Trad

The United States has announced its withdrawal from 66 international organisations , including 31 United Nations–linked bodies and 35 non-United Nations organisations , marking one of the largest rollbacks of US participation in multilateral institutions in modern history . US President Donald Trump  signed a presidential memorandum on Wednesday (January 7, 2026)  titled: “Withdrawing the United States from International Organisations, Conventions, and Treaties that Are Cont

US Captures Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro After Major Military Operation. The US often relies on a legal principle know as the Ker-Frisbie Doctrine to justify such abductions. The United States has captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro , following a large-scale military operation that included strikes across the Venezuelan capital, Caracas. The arrest marks one of the most serious escalations between the United States and Venezuela in decades and represents a ra

Fourth Hindu Targeted in Weeks as Minority Safety Comes Under Global Scrutiny Violence against Bangladesh’s Hindu minority has escalated sharply in recent weeks, raising serious concerns over law and order following the collapse of the Sheikh Hasina government in August 2024. In the latest incident, a Hindu businessman was brutally attacked and set on fire in southern Bangladesh, marking the fourth major assault on Hindus within a fortnight . The series of incidents has drawn

Bulgaria has officially adopted the euro as its national currency , becoming the 21st member of the euro area  on January 1, 2026 , nearly two decades after joining the European Union in 2007 . The move marks a historic economic and political milestone for the Balkan nation and completes what leaders have described as the final stage of Bulgaria’s integration into the European project. To ensure a smooth transition, the Bulgarian lev will remain in circulation alongside the e

Mali and Burkina Faso have announced reciprocal travel restrictions on United States citizens , responding directly to the expanded travel ban imposed by the Donald Trump administration  on nationals from 39 countries , the majority of them in Africa and the Middle East. The decision marks a significant escalation in diplomatic tensions between the United States and parts of West Africa, and reflects a broader geopolitical realignment underway in the Sahel region. Reciprocal

Denmark has officially brought an end to one of the world’s oldest postal traditions, discontinuing nationwide letter delivery after nearly 400 years , as digital communication renders physical mail financially unviable. The country’s state-run postal service PostNord  delivered its final letters this week , making Denmark the first country in the world to fully phase out traditional letter delivery . Letter Volumes Collapse by Over 90% According to PostNord, the decision fol

Bangladesh's three-time Prime Minister Khaleda Zia was the first female PM of the country. Former Bangladesh Prime Minister and Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia , Bangladesh’s first woman Prime Minister , passed away early Tuesday (December 30, 2025) morning in Dhaka after a prolonged illness. She was 80 years old . The BNP confirmed her death in an official Facebook post, stating: “Our beloved leader is no longer with us. She passed away at 6:

The Australian government has announced a nationwide gun buyback scheme , the largest in nearly 30 years , following the Bondi Beach terror attack , which has been described as the country’s deadliest mass shooting in decades. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese  said the initiative would mark the most significant collection and destruction of firearms since the 1996 Port Arthur massacre , a tragedy that reshaped Australia’s gun laws. Background: Bondi Beach Terror Attack The Bon

“I don’t need prizes. I just want to save lives.” U.S. President Donald Trump said At the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw  held at the Kennedy Center in Washington , U.S. President Donald Trump  was awarded FIFA’s newly created Peace Prize , giving the already high-profile event a striking Trump-centered spotlight . Trump, who has openly campaigned for the Nobel Peace Prize , was widely expected to win this inaugural award. His close relationship with FIFA President Gianni Infantino

India’s quiet withdrawal from the Ayni airbase — its only overseas military base — ends a two-decade-long strategic chapter that gave New Delhi a rare military foothold in Central Asia. In a significant geopolitical development, India has officially concluded its operations at the Ayni airbase in Tajikistan , marking the end of its only full-fledged overseas military base . The move, which was quietly carried out in 2022 , came after the expiration of a bilateral agreement  w

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In response to escalating global attacks on healthcare, researchers have introduced the term “healthocide”—a concept describing the strategic targeting of hospitals, doctors, and medical infrastructure during war. Drawing from real-world examples in Gaza and Lebanon, this article unpacks the meaning of healthocide and its call to action for the global medical community.

In 1867, Russia sold Alaska to the United States for $7.2 million—a deal many called "Seward's Folly." But over time, Alaska proved to be a treasure trove of natural resources, military advantage, and geopolitical influence. This article explores the real reasons behind the sale and how it reshaped American power in the North Pacific.

Once hailed as a Cold War breakthrough, the INF Treaty eliminated thousands of nuclear missiles and introduced groundbreaking arms control. But decades later, mistrust and modern rivalries have shattered its legacy. Here’s how the U.S. and Russia stepped back from the brink—only to walk away from the table.

India and the UN kickstart four key development projects aimed at strengthening health, nutrition, education, and data systems in the Global South. Discover how this initiative builds on India’s ITEC legacy and promotes South-South Cooperation for sustainable development.

Tuvalu, one of the world’s most climate-vulnerable countries, has initiated the first planned migration of an entire nation through a historic agreement with Australia. As rising seas threaten to erase its territory, Tuvaluans are now relocating under a world-first climate visa program.