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Ahead of Trump meeting, Netanyahu outlines ‘principles’ for Iran negotiations

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he will present “principles” on Iran talks to President Donald Trump, as Tehran warns Washington against Israeli influence amid renewed US-Iran nuclear negotiations.

Over half of Indian students’ global discrimination complaints come from Russia: MEA data

More than half of global complaints by Indian students over exploitation and racial discrimination in 2025 came from Russia, MEA data shows, amid a sharp rise and renewed safety concerns.

Trump tariffs cost average US household Rs 90,000 in 2025, set to rise further

Trump’s tariffs cost US households about $1,000 last year, rising to $1,300 if they continue, with the Tax Foundation calling them the biggest tax hike since 1993.

'I have nothing to hide': Commerce Secretary Lutnick faces Senate grilling over Epstein

US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick denied any relationship with Jeffrey Epstein during a Senate hearing, as Democrats questioned his credibility following newly released Justice Department records mentioning his name.

Google turns to century-long bonds as AI infrastructure spending soars

Google parent Alphabet plans to raise about $20 billion, including rare 100-year bonds, as it ramps up massive spending on artificial intelligence infrastructure amid intense competition and mixed investor reactions.

Canada–US bridge row: Carney optimistic after Trump call as White House pushes back

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said a dispute over the Gordie Howe bridge will be resolved after talks with Donald Trump, who demanded US ownership and threatened to block the project.

JD Vance visits Azerbaijan to bolster US-brokered Armenia–Azerbaijan peace deal

JD Vance visited Azerbaijan after Armenia, backing Trump-brokered peace, signing a US-Azerbaijan partnership, amid controversy over a deleted genocide memorial post and talks on detainees and regional trade routes integration.

Can Bangladesh escape its cycle of election violence this time?

Fresh clashes between BNP and Jamaat have injured dozens ahead of Bangladesh’s February 12 election, underscoring a long history of poll violence despite interim leader Muhammad Yunus’s pledge of a peaceful vote.

UK PM Starmer survives Epstein storm — but only for now

Keir Starmer survived a Labour revolt triggered by Epstein-linked fallout and a Mandelson appointment, mounting a fierce defence as rivals hesitated, granting the UK prime minister a fragile, temporary reprieve.

'Even prettier than me': DOJ files show UAE diplomat offering to introduce sister to Epstein

In one January 2012 email, Al-Owais wrote to Epstein: “Getting one girl ready is difficult enough; two girls, you can certainly call a challenge.”

How a ChatGPT-backed insurance app sent US broker stocks tumbling

AI-related anxiety also spilled over into European insurers, with analysts linking the declines to rapid developments in insurance-focused applications within ChatGPT and other AI platforms.

Somalia runway scare: 55 people escape safely as plane slides into Indian Ocean | Watch

Somalia plane crash :The aircraft, a Fokker 50 operated by Starsky Aviation, developed a technical fault shortly after taking off from Aden Abdulle International Airport on Tuesday.

'Chunauti deta hoon': Hindi echoes in Guyana Parliament as MP issues fluent floor challenge

Hindi sparked debate in Guyana’s Parliament after MP Vikash Ramkisoon was challenged on fluency, responded confidently without notes, and drew praise from Indian-origin communities as a moment of cultural pride.

‘Completely fit and well’: Imran Khan’s lawyer confirms health after top court grants jail meeting

Imran Khan’s lawyer Salman Safdar met him in Adiala Jail after Supreme Court orders, said he was fit, and will submit a report limited to Khan’s living conditions soon there.

Sacred Kaaba cloth 'used as carpet'? Epstein files photo triggers backlash

The cloth, identifiable by its black fabric and gold Quranic embroidery, is part of the covering of the Kaaba in Mecca and is regarded as one of Islam’s most revered religious symbols.

India ready to scale back Russian oil purchase, seen as alternative to China in manufacturing: US trade official

Greer noted that India has already begun reducing its dependence on Russian energy, which had surged after 2022 because of discounted crude supplies.

China acknowledges India’s UNSC bid, says it ‘understands and respects’ New Delhi’s aspirations

China’s Executive Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu conveyed the position during talks with Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri in New Delhi on February 10.

Anthropic's senior AI safety researcher Mrinank Sharma quits, says 'the world is in peril'

Mrinank Sharma’s resignation comes at a time when debates around AI risk, alignment and the societal impact of advanced models are intensifying globally.

'Met that demon once in New York': Elon Musk's brother explains email trail after Epstein files name him over 100 times

Addressing why his name appeared so frequently in the Epstein Files, Kimbal Musk said the volume of emails stemmed from a mass mailing list rather than personal correspondence.

Ghislaine Maxwell seeks clemency. Will Trump step in? A look at his past use of pardon power

For now, Trump has not indicated whether he will act on Maxwell’s request. But the episode has already reignited debate over how clemency is used and whether it serves justice or political strategy.

US lawmaker introduces EXILE Act to end H-1B visas: What it proposes and why it matters to Indians

The Ending Exploitative Imported Labour Exemptions Act, or the EXILE Act, proposes amendments to the Immigration and Nationality Act to eliminate the H-1B visa category entirely.

USS Abraham Lincoln, F-35s and THAAD: How US is massing forces across West Asia amid Iran tensions

Rather than relying on a single forward base or strike group, the US has opted for a layered posture built around naval power, dispersed air assets and an expanded missile defence shield.

Bangladesh announces financial aid, housing for family of lynched Dipu Das as attacks on Hindus continue

The announcement comes amid continuing reports of attacks on Hindus, raising questions about whether the government is responding to violence after the fact rather than preventing it.

Hindu businessman stabbed to death in Bangladesh two days ahead of elections, sparking fears for minority safety

The latest killing comes amid mounting alarm over the deteriorating security situation for minorities in Bangladesh in the run-up to the elections.

India's biggest fighter jet deal: 114 Rafales F4s for Rs 3.25 lakh crore and why New Delhi sees it as a game changer

If executed as planned, the deal will not only address the Indian Air Force’s urgent need for new fighters but also anchor India as a major global production, maintenance and upgrade hub for one of the world’s most capable combat aircraft.

OPINION | Bangladesh’s forgotten hero amid its turbulent history

Abu Taher’s revolutionary rise and execution illuminate how coups, ideology, and betrayal shaped Bangladesh’s early politics, entrenching a recurring cycle of military power and violence

US-Bangladesh trade framework: Dhaka opens up dairy, poultry sectors to American imports

The US-Bangladesh trade framework highlights a clear contrast with India’s trade engagement with the US, where New Delhi secured tariff advantages while firmly protecting its agriculture and dairy sectors.

Musk says NASA contracts now make up just 5% of SpaceX revenue

Starlink has become the company’s main engine of growth, sharply reducing its reliance on government funding.

What the newly released Epstein files reveal about NY billionaire Andrew Farkas’ ties to Jeffrey Epstein

Newly released emails and records shed fresh light on the billionaire’s decade-long friendship and business dealings with Jeffrey Epstein in the Virgin Islands

AI chatbot gives 80% discount on £8,000 order, UK business owner caught off guard

A customer managed to talk an automated system into a massive price cut, raising fresh questions about how far companies should trust AI.

How FBI officials compiled allegations as pressure grew to release the Epstein files

As public anger mounted over withheld records, internal FBI slides show agents gathered unverified claims and “prominent names” linked to Jeffrey Epstein’s orbit

How Trump’s planned chip tariffs could spare Big Tech while pressuring TSMC

Washington is preparing a complex tariff-and-rebate scheme that would shield Amazon, Google and Microsoft from new semiconductor duties if Taiwan’s TSMC ramps up US investment.

Why Germany is suddenly talking about life after the US security umbrella

After fresh shocks from Trump’s second term, Germany’s once-emotional bond with Washington is fraying fast, and Berlin is being pushed into a defence role it avoided for decades.

With last nuclear treaty gone, Trump considers expanding arsenal and resuming tests

As New START expires, the administration signals it may deploy more warheads and revisit underground testing, raising questions about whether this is leverage or the start of a new arms race.

Scientists recreate cosmic dust in lab for the first time

Researchers say the breakthrough could help them better understand how the basic ingredients of life form in space.

'We all performed Namaz ...': Ex-Pak officer recalls panic among forces during India's Op Sindoor strikes

Former PAF officer Khalid Chisthi says India’s three-day drone strikes on six Pakistani bases exposed serious gaps in Pakistan’s military response during Operation Sindoor.

US document dated before Jeffrey Epstein’s death sparks fresh questions

Newly circulated records show an official statement was dated a day earlier than the government says Epstein died, adding to long-running scrutiny around the case.

South Korean mayor apologises after remark on ‘importing women’ to raise birth rate

Comments about bringing in foreign women to boost births trigger backlash in a country already struggling with record-low fertility.

India leads, Pakistan falters, Bangladesh adapts, China struggles: Who really wins under US tariffs | Explained

India-US trade deal: A closer examination shows that India remains clearly ahead of both Pakistan and Bangladesh, and increasingly better positioned than China in key export categories.

‘Trying to ban India...’: Lavrov slams US oil curbs, says Washington is trying to control Russia’s ties with New Delhi

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov accused the United States of using sanctions and oil curbs to pressure India and other countries into abandoning Russian crude, even as New Delhi reiterated that its energy decisions will be guided by national interest.

Epstein files: Photo shows Musk, Zuckerberg at 2015 dinner hosted by Jeffrey Epstein

Newly released US Justice Department documents show Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg attended a 2015 dinner hosted by Jeffrey Epstein, which he later described as “wild”.

'India doesn't take dictation, but Pakistan ...': Nawaz Sharif aide praises New Delhi's negotiation style, draws comparison

Sethi also said that India has played its cards well with US President Donald Trump while clinching the trade deal

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