Mahendra Singh
New Delhi, January 13, 2026, 3:09 p.m. IST President Donald Trump has unleashed a bold economic weapon against Iran, declaring a 25 percent tariff on imports from any country engaging in trade with the Islamic Republic. The order, posted on Truth Social and effective immediately, aims to isolate Tehran economically as it battles widespread anti-government … Read more
Gandhi Nagar, January 12, 2026, 07:58 p.m. IST Prime Minister Modi and Chancellor Merz strengthen India–Germany ties with defence, trade, and technology pacts in Gandhinagar, marking 75 years of diplomatic relations and advancing global cooperation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz held extensive talks in Gandhinagar on January 12, 2026, elevating bilateral … Read more
New Delhi, January 11, 2026, 09:10 p.m. IST Germany plans to propose a new NATO-led “Arctic Sentry” mission to monitor and secure the Arctic region, including Greenland, as a diplomatic effort to reduce frictions with the United States over President Donald Trump’s threats to annex the Danish territory. Modelled after the existing “Baltic Sentry” operation … Read more
New Delhi, January 10, 2026, 09:56 p.m. IST President Donald Trump’s renewed threats to seize Greenland have sparked unified defiance from the island’s leaders and alarm across Europe, as the U.S. eyes the territory’s strategic minerals and Arctic position. All five political parties in Greenland’s parliament issued a joint statement late Friday, declaring “We do … Read more
New Delhi, January 10, 2026, 03:50 p.m. IST Greenland sits at the heart of the Arctic and the North Atlantic where military routes, early‑warning systems, and future shipping lanes meet. Recent U.S. interest, including talk of purchase, frames Greenland as a “national security priority,” driven by its location, mineral resources, and existing American military infrastructure … Read more
New Delhi, January 9, 2026, 8:20 p.m. IST US Urges Prolonged Truce in Aleppo as Kurds Defy Syrian Evacuation Order Amid Clashing Regional Agendas A tenuous ceasefire gripped Aleppo’s Kurdish enclaves on Friday after four days of intense fighting between Syrian government troops and Kurdish fighters, displacing over 140,000 residents and killing at least 21 … Read more
New Delhi, January 9, 2026, 7:44 p.m. IST Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni advocated for Europe to initiate direct talks with Russia on January 9, 2026, during her annual New Year’s press conference in Rome, stressing the need for a unified approach to bolster the continent’s role in Ukraine negotiations. Agreement with Macron on Engagement … Read more
New Delhi, January 8, 2026, 9:35 p.m. IST French President Macron accuses US of drifting from allies amid Trump threats to Greenland and Venezuela fallout; Europe rallies behind Denmark in escalating transatlantic tensions. French President Emmanuel Macron sharply criticized the United States for abandoning traditional allies and undermining global rules during his annual address to … Read more
New Delhi, January 07, 2026, 02:30 p.m. IST: Western leaders took bold steps toward bolstering Ukraine’s defences during a Paris summit on January 6, 2026, amid accelerating peace talks with Russia. The UK and France signed a declaration committing troops to Ukraine if a ceasefire holds, while the US endorsed monitoring mechanisms and binding guarantees. … Read more
New Delhi, January 7, 2026, 2:05 p.m. IST The European Union refuses to recognize Delcy Rodríguez as Venezuela’s interim president following the U.S. raid that seized Nicolas Maduro. European capitals are divided over democracy, international law, and Washington’s role in Caracas. The European Union has refused to recognize Delcy Rodriguez as Venezuela’s interim president, deepening … Read more
New Delhi, January 7, 2026, 01:26 p.m. IST: India and Germany are set to strengthen defence ties with a landmark submarine deal under Project 75I. Explore how Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s 2026 visit could accelerate technology transfer, joint R&D, and Indo-Pacific security cooperation. As German Chancellor Friedrich Merz prepares for his inaugural visit to India on … Read more
New Delhi, January 6, 2026, 9:45 a.m. IST Japan-China tensions intensify over Taiwan as PM Sanae Takaichi signals openness to dialogue despite Beijing’s economic retaliation, highlighting fragile regional dynamics and strained trade ties. Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi expressed readiness for renewed talks with China on January 5, 2026, following her shrine visit, stating that … Read more
New Delhi/Tehran, Iran | January 5, 2026, 9:24 p.m. IST Protests sweeping across Iran have continued into their ninth day, with reports of widespread strikes, clashes with security forces, and a rising death toll as demonstrators voice fury over the country’s deepening economic woes and broader political grievances. What began late last December as merchant … Read more
New Delhi/Seoul, January 2026, 8:23 p.m. IST South Korea is preparing to deliver its first homegrown fighter jet, the KF-21 Boramae, to the Republic of Korea Air Force later this year. More than a technological achievement, the aircraft represents Seoul’s determination to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the world’s leading aerospace powers. The KF-21, nicknamed Boramae or … Read more
New Delhi | January 04, 2026, 6:31 p.m. IST The world awoke to dramatic news on January 3, 2026: US special forces, in a daring pre-dawn operation codenamed “Absolute Resolve,” conducted airstrikes on military targets in Caracas and captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. President Donald Trump announced the success, stating … Read more
New Delhi/Beijing/Seoul, Jan 4, 2026, 1:50 p.m. IST North Korea fired multiple ballistic missiles into the East Sea as South Korean President Lee Jae-myung arrived in Beijing for talks with Xi Jinping. The launch escalates regional tensions, drawing condemnation from Japan and Seoul, and casts a shadow over summit efforts to stabilize the Korean Peninsula. … Read more
New Delhi | January 3, 2026, 6:52 PM IST US Attorney General Pam Bondi indicts captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and wife Cilia Flores on narco-terrorism and drug charges in New York, as Russia, Iran, and Cuba slam strikes as illegal aggression. US Attorney General Pam Bondi announced indictments against captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro … Read more
New Delhi | January 3, 2026, 15:35 PM IST President Donald Trump has ordered the first known major US military strikes inside Venezuela, targeting key military installations in Caracas and surrounding areas early Saturday morning. Multiple explosions rocked the capital, with fires reported at Fuerte Tiuna, the country’s largest military complex and La Carlota Air … Read more
New Delhi/Tehran, Iran | January 2, 2026, 6:37 PM IST Iran faces its largest protests since 2022, driven by economic collapse, inflation above 40%, and widespread unrest across major cities. Government response and international warnings intensify the crisis. Iran is experiencing its most significant wave of protests since the 2022-2023 unrest following the death of … Read more
New Delhi, January 2, 2026, 5PM IST Baloch leader Mir Yar Baloch warns China may soon deploy troops in Pakistan’s Balochistan under CPEC’s final phase, urging India to counter the growing China-Pakistan strategic alliance. A prominent Baloch nationalist leader has cautioned that China could soon deploy its military personnel in Pakistan’s Balochistan province as part … Read more