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Iran warns any US strike would be 'act of aggression', vows ferocious response

Iran warned any US strike would be considered aggression, vowing a ferocious self-defence response as Donald Trump weighs action.

Global tariff shakeup: Who gains, who loses from Trump 15% levy

Trump’s 15 percent global tariff will sharply cut duties for Brazil and China, boosting their export competitiveness, while raising costs for key US allies such as the UK, the EU and Japan, reshaping global trade flows

25-year-old Hindu woman allegedly abducted, gang-raped in Chandpur, Bangladesh

The incident comes shortly after a new government led by the Bangladesh Nationalist Party was formed following the 2024 ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

US Iran News Updates: Iran FM says nuclear deal 'within reach' ahead of US talks

The agreement for the Chinese-made CM-302 supersonic missiles is said to be nearing completion, though a delivery timeline has yet to be settled.

How Iran is preparing for war and who is really running the country

As the threat of US strikes grows, Iran’s supreme leader has quietly shifted power to a trusted fixer, built succession plans, and readied the state for survival under fire.

What the Supreme Court’s tariff ruling has left US companies scrambling to figure out

The court struck down Trump’s tariffs, but offered no clarity on refunds, new levies or what businesses should do next.

When the US Secret Service has used lethal force, and how rare it really is

In more than a century and a half of protecting U.S. leaders, fatal shootings by the Secret Service have been unusual and tightly linked to direct threats.

Why Japan is digging the Pacific seabed for rare earths

Tokyo is testing deep-sea mining as a hedge against China’s grip on minerals critical to defence and clean tech, even as costs and feasibility remain uncertain.

Tarique Rahman overhauls Bangladesh military: New Army chief named, India-based adviser recalled

Lieutenant General M Mainur Rahman has been named the new chief of general staff

Who ‘El Mencho’ was, why his killing matters, and what could come next

The death of Mexico’s most wanted cartel leader is a major blow to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, but it has already triggered nationwide violence and fresh uncertainty.

'Kept me in the dark': Bangladesh President lambasts Yunus, alleges he sidelined presidency, ignored constitutional norms

According to Shahabuddin, Yunus did not brief him on foreign visits, agreements or major policy actions, despite constitutional provisions mandating regular consultation with the President.

Why Trump’s new flat tariff helps China and Brazil more than US allies

A Supreme Court setback has reshaped US trade policy, leaving long-time partners worse off while countries Trump once targeted see tariffs fall.

Why El Mencho was one of the most feared drug lords of Mexico

After El Chapo’s arrest, El Mencho quickly rose to power, turning the Jalisco New Generation Cartel into one of the most feared criminal organizations in the world.

AI and job losses explained: Why Sam Altman says companies are using 'AI washing' to justify layoffs

Major firms such as Google, Amazon and Tata Consultancy Services have cut thousands of roles in recent months, often citing efficiency gains from AI adoption.

US importers still pay Trump-era tariffs as Customs set to halt collection from Feb 24

US importers continue to pay Trump-era tariffs despite the Supreme Court ruling, as CBP has not yet updated its systems and refunds remain uncertain.

How US intel helped Mexico in killing of drug lord El Mencho, White House reveals

The White House confirmed that the United States provided intelligence support to Mexican authorities during the operation that led to the death of notorious drug lord Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera.

New York hit by massive blizzard; Mayor Mamdani declares state of emergency, travel ban imposed

A historic winter storm, Winter Storm Hernando, is set to blanket the US Northeast with heavy snow, strong winds, and widespread travel disruptions.

Gunmen block roads, vehicles torched and highways shut: Unrest in Mexico as Cartel revenge takes center stage after El Mencho's killing

US deputy secretary of state Christopher Landau reacted on social media, saying, “It’s not surprising that the bad guys are responding with terror. But we must never lose our nerve.”

At least 18 dead as passenger bus plunges into Trishuli river in Nepal

A bus traveling from Pokhara to Kathmandu fell into the Trishuli river near Gajuri, Dhading, killing 18 people and injuring 26, with rescue operations underway.

'We’re winning too much': Trump’s post after Mexico drug lord killed as White House confirms US intelligence support

US confirms it provided intelligence support in the operation that killed Mexican drug lord El Mencho, as Trump’s cryptic post sparks speculation and India urges its citizens in Mexico to stay vigilant.

Who was El Mencho? Mexico’s ‘Jalisco New Generation Cartel’ leader killed in US-backed operation

Mexican authorities killed Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera Cervantes, leader of the powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel, triggering widespread violence and drawing international attention to his criminal empire.

Indian Embassy advises nationals in Mexico to 'take shelter' amid violence following El Mencho’s killing

The Indian Embassy in Mexico has urged its citizens to stay indoors and follow safety instructions after widespread violence erupted following the killing of cartel leader El Mencho.

'Jail would be better': 65-year-old UK woman detained by ICE for 6 weeks despite a valid US Visa recounts horror inside detention centre

She was handcuffed and shackled by immigration agents and initially held in a locked cell where she slept on the floor. She was later transported for 12 hours to the Northwest ICE Processing Center in Tacoma.

Iran offers fresh concessions as US-Iran nuclear talks resume this Thursday

Iran and the U.S. will hold a third round of nuclear talks in Geneva Thursday, with fresh concessions on the table amid escalating tensions and Trump warning of potential consequences.

Who was Austin Tucker Martin? 21-year-old fatally shot after breaching Trump's Mar-a-Lago security

A 21-year-old man was shot dead by US Secret Service agents after breaching the secure perimeter of President Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort, prompting an FBI-led investigation into the incident.

Mexico’s most wanted drug lord El Mencho killed in army raid; cartel violence spreads across states

The death of Nemesio Ruben Oseguera Cervantes in a security operation triggered coordinated roadblocks, arson attacks and fresh travel warnings across Mexico.

OPINION | Military overlap between Pakistan and China is overstated but India needs to be wary

NATO represents the reference point for military interoperability. By this yardstick, China-Pak collaboration is not quite there. Their differing strategic goals and challenges prevent anything more than tactical familiarisation

48-hour ultimatum: US warns time is short for Iran nuclear talks as military option looms

US ready for Geneva nuclear talks with Iran if detailed proposal arrives in 48 hours as Trump weighs diplomacy against possible strike.

Iran quietly signs €500 million shoulder-fired missile deal with Russia, leaked documents reveal

Under the deal the deliveries are scheduled in three tranches, running from 2027 through 2029, the FT said.

What is Netanyahu’s ‘hexagon of alliances’ and why India is at the centre of his Middle East strategy

Ahead of Modi’s Israel visit, Netanyahu proposes a ‘hexagon of alliances’ linking India and regional partners to counter Iran and expand AI, security ties.

India condemns Pakistan’s airstrikes on Afghanistan; Kabul signals possible retaliation

India condemns Pakistan’s airstrikes in Afghanistan that caused civilian deaths; Taliban leadership warns of retaliation.

Vance or Rubio? Trump tests 2028 waters as succession chatter builds before midterms

Donald Trump is weighing JD Vance and Marco Rubio as potential 2028 GOP nominees, testing views as midterms approach.

A new Middle East axis? Netanyahu drops big hint ahead of PM Modi's Israel visit

Netanyahu says PM Modi’s Israel visit will boost defence and AI ties, with talks on missile systems and a broader Middle East alliance framework.

Succession in motion? Khamenei prepares assassination contingency plan as US-Iran strike tensions escalate

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has set layered succession plans and emergency command steps amid rising US-Israel strike tensions.

Iran rejects ‘zero enrichment’ demand, seeks sanctions roadmap in new talks

Tehran and Washington remain divided on sanctions relief and uranium enrichment, even as both sides signal possible compromise in renewed nuclear talks.

UK arrests ex-Prince Andrew in Epstein probe: Why no similar action in US?

The arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor in the UK over alleged Epstein links has intensified debate over why similar high-profile arrests have not occurred in the United States.

‘So it’s a loss, then?’: Donald Trump's first reaction after Supreme court struck down his tariff plan

President Donald Trump learned of the Supreme Court’s decision striking down his global tariffs during a closed-door meeting with governors and swiftly moved to announce a new trade plan.

Most Americans unhappy with Donald Trump’s policies; 60% oppose tariffs: Poll

A new national survey shows most Americans disapprove of President Donald Trump’s handling of key issues, while trust in both Republicans and Democrats remains deeply divided.

Why a US strike on Iran would be far riskier than the Venezuela operation

Iran’s missiles, regional proxies and economic leverage make it a very different target from the swift raid that toppled Venezuela’s leadership.

Why Trump is doubling down on tariffs despite the US Supreme Court ruling

The court blocked his emergency powers, but the president is pressing ahead with new legal routes to keep tariffs alive.

Why King Charles has cut Prince Andrew loose, and why it matters now

The Queen once shielded her son at all costs. Charles has chosen the opposite approach as Andrew’s legal troubles deepen.

What Artemis II astronauts may see as they fly around the moon’s far side

Here’s what scientists hope human eyes in orbit can spot that decades of missions and instruments still haven’t fully explained.

Why ByteDance’s new AI video tool has Hollywood worried and Beijing walking a tightrope

A viral AI video tool has exposed how fast the technology is moving, how unready the rules are, and why both Hollywood and Beijing are nervous about what comes next.

'They may attack in two days': Ex-CIA officer warns of imminent US strike on Iran

US -Iran Conflict: Speaking on the Julian Dorey Podcast, Kiriakou said he was informed by a former intelligence colleague who had visited the White House that an attack could be imminent

Is US planning to attack Iran? ‘Pentagon Pizza Index’ trends as nine C-17 Globemasters en route to Middle East

Reports of C-17 military aircraft heading to the Middle East have fueled speculation about possible US action against Iran, even as officials have made no formal announcement.

Iran says sanctions relief remains key sticking point with US as nuclear talks set for early March

Tehran will not hand over control of its oil and mineral resources but U.S. companies can always participate as contractors in Iran’s oil and gas fields.

'We will need to end our relationship': JPMorgan admits closing Trump accounts after Jan 6 Capitol riot

JPMorgan confirms it closed Donald Trump’s accounts in 2021; Trump files $5B lawsuit alleging political debanking and unfair trade practices.

Amid IMF reliance, Maryam Nawaz’s reported Rs 10 billion jet sparks political storm in Punjab

Pakistan’s Punjab government says the US-registered Gulfstream G500 is part of the upcoming Air Punjab fleet, but critics question the timing and cost as the province battles mounting debt and economic hardship.

90% of Trump tariff costs borne by US consumers and import firms. But is the refund path clear?

US companies could reclaim billions in tariff refunds after the Supreme Court struck down President Trump’s key trade measures, but with most costs passed on to consumers and importers, the path to recovering that money remains uncertain.