Nepal's Balen Shah accepts PM Modi's invite for India visit

Nepal's Balen Shah accepts PM Modi's invite for India visit

World | Updated: Apr 14, 2026

Nepal PM Shah accepts Modi's invitation for India visit
Shah's visit marks his first major diplomatic engagement as PM
Nepal rolls out 100-point reform plan to reshape governance

Hegseth drops annual flu shot requirement for US military

World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

US military ends annual flu shot mandate for all personnel
Service members can choose flu shots but are not required
CDC still recommends flu vaccine to prevent severe illness

Pentagon seeks $75 billion for drones in record budget ask

World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

Pentagon seeks $75B for drones, with $54.6B for DAWG office
DAWG's funding jump draws scrutiny amid $1.5T defense budget
Navy requests $65.8B for shipbuilding, highest since 1962

Trump encourages companies not to seek tariff refunds

World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

Trump warns he'll remember firms not seeking tariff refunds
Supreme Court struck down Trump's broad use of tariffs
Refund requests could total over $160 billion for importers

Vance’s Pakistan trip on hold as Iran stays non-committal ahead of ceasefire deadline: Report

World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

US VP Vance's Pakistan trip delayed as Iran stalls on talks
Ceasefire between US and Iran set to expire Wednesday evening
Talks may resume quickly if both sides show readiness

Attacks on Ukraine draft officers soar as war fatigue deepens

World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

Attacks on Ukrainian draft officers rise amid mobilization tensions
Over 100 assaults on recruiters reported in 2024, some fatal
Draft dodging and backlash hinder Ukraine’s conscription drive

US stocks extend drop on report JD Vance’s trip to Pakistan on hold

World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

Oil rebound drags stocks lower amid Middle East tensions
Brent crude nears $99 as energy disruption fears grow
US retail sales jump despite rising gasoline prices

Oil prices climb 3% after Trump says he does not want to extend Iran ceasefire

World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

Oil up 3% after Trump signals Iran ceasefire’s end
US seized Iran-linked tanker as Strait of Hormuz traffic slowed
Russia to stop Druzhba oil exports to Germany from May 1

Kevin Warsh pledges Fed independence but dodges questions on rates

World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

Kevin Warsh pledges Fed independence if confirmed as chair
Warsh urges new Fed inflation framework, offers scant detail
Confirmation unclear amid ongoing DOJ probe of Fed renovations

When does the ceasefire really end? Pakistan and Trump offer conflicting timelines as Iran keeps quiet

World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

A US-Iran ceasefire is nearing its deadline, with confusion over the exact end time and uncertainty about further talks. Pakistan is mediating, but Iran hasn't confirmed participation. Both sides warn of possible escalation if no extension is agreed.

Mediator or bystander? Why Pakistan's ceasefire push has turned desperate as Iran keeps it guessing

World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

Pakistan has publicly urged the US and Iran to extend a fragile ceasefire, seeking a bigger diplomatic role. However, Iran hasn’t confirmed participation, leaving Pakistan’s influence uncertain as the truce deadline nears and its role as mediator remains limited.

Ex-Afghan President punctures Pakistan's 'exclusive' cultural claims, rebuts Zardari on Gandhara and Rubab

World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

Former Afghan President Hamid Karzai rejected Pakistan President Zardari’s claims of exclusive ownership over regional heritage, stressing that cultures like Gandhara and traditions such as the rubab are shared across Afghanistan, India, and Pakistan.

Playing mediator abroad, failing at home: Pakistanis hit hard by fuel hikes, power cuts as Iran war ripples spread

World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

As Pakistan mediates between the US and Iran, its economy faces rising fuel prices, power shortages, and inflation. Small businesses struggle, poverty remains high, and energy crises threaten growth, highlighting a stark gap between global ambitions and domestic woes.

'They have to negotiate, no choice': Trump warns of fresh strikes on Iran as ceasefire deadline nears

World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

President Trump warned the US could resume strikes on Iran if talks fail before the ceasefire deadline, insisting Iran meet US demands. He stressed US strength in negotiations, criticized domestic critics, and noted intercepted Chinese aid to Iran.

Condom prices may jump up to 30% as Iran war disrupts supply, demand surges

World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

Karex to raise condom prices by up to 30% amid supply disruptions
Iran conflict drives up costs of key raw materials for production
Global condom supply tightens as demand rises and shipments slow

Iran says tanker 'Silly City' enters waters despite US naval blockade

World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

Iranian tanker Silly City enters home waters despite US warnings
US blockade slows shipping in Strait of Hormuz, tensions rise
Iran rejects talks under pressure, vows new moves amid standoff

Can US really remove Iran’s Uranium? Why extracting the 'nuclear dust' could be a nightmare operation | Explained

World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

Talks between the US and Iran hinge on Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile, which the US wants removed but Iran sees as vital for sovereignty. Technical, logistical, and political challenges make any deal on removal or neutralization extremely complex and risky.

Fugitive in Norway, honoured in Pakistan: Who is Umar Farooq Zahoor seen with JD Vance in Islamabad?

World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

A viral video from US-Iran talks in Islamabad shows US officials with Umar Farooq Zahoor, a Pakistan-origin businessman wanted in Norway for fraud but honored in Pakistan for investments, sparking debate over his contrasting reputations and diplomatic access.

Penis-shaped flight paths spark trouble for Finnish cadet pilots

World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

Finnish Air Force cadets drew penis-shaped paths during training.
Air Force probes incident, disciplinary action possible
Flights stayed in assigned airspace and posed no safety risk.

What comes after the ceasefire? Why US-Iran war may be heading towards a long ‘frozen conflict’ | Explained

World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

Despite diplomatic efforts, the US-Israel-Iran conflict is likely heading toward a prolonged, uneasy standoff or "frozen conflict," with core disputes unresolved, mistrust persisting, and periodic flare-ups and regional instability expected to continue.

Pakistan receives USD 1 billion Saudi tranche as part of USD 3 billion aid

World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

Pakistan receives $1 billion from Saudi Arabia as second tranche
Total $3 billion deposit aims to support Pakistan's reserves
Saudi deposit provides short-term relief amid rising loan costs

Deal or deadlock? Why conflicting claims and last-minute moves have put US-Iran talks in doubt as truce nears end | 20 points

World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

Confusion surrounds US-Iran talks as the ceasefire nears its deadline. Both sides issue conflicting statements on participation, maintain tough stances, and continue backchannel diplomacy. The risk of renewed conflict rises if no agreement is reached soon.