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China’s sharp jibe ahead of Trump-Xi meeting: ‘World shouldn’t return to law of jungle’

Speaking at the ASEAN Summit 2025 in Malaysia, Chinese Premier Li Qiang denounced "unilateralism" in the world just days before a meeting between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump in South Korea. Kuala Lumpur: Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Monday slammed "unilateralism" and warned that the world must not revert to "the law of the jungle" in matters of trade, just days before a planned meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. Speaking at the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Li’s remarks came a day after both China and the United States…

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Ex-Pakistani diplomat makes wisecrack about Shehbaz Sharif on Trump’s flattery; Tharoor shares post

Earlier, while speaking at the Gaza Peace Summit event in Egypt, the Pakistani Prime Minister hailed Trump as a ‘man of peace’ and even endorsed him for the Nobel Peace Prize. New Delhi: Former Pakistani ambassador to the United States, Husain Haqqani, on Monday took a swipe at Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for his overly complimentary comments about US President Donald Trump. This came after Sharif hailed his US counterpart for playing a crucial role in brokering a peace deal between Cambodia and Thailand. “I congratulate the leadership and people of Cambodia and Thailand on the signing of the…

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Man arrested for raping 20-year-old Indian-origin woman in UK: Police

The police said a 32-year-old man was arrested on Monday morning on suspicion of rape after a manhunt was launched in the wake of the attack on Saturday evening. London: A 32-year-old man was on Monday arrested for allegedly raping a 20-year-old Indian-origin woman in a racially aggravated attack in UK's Walsall, West Midlands Police said. The suspect was detained around 7am on Monday in Perry Barr, Walsall, West Midlands Police said, The Sun reported. The accused is currently in custody and being questioned by the cops. The woman was allegedly sexually assaulted in the West Midlands on Saturday night…

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Yunus gifts book to Pakistan general showing India’s northeast as part of Bangladesh, sparks diplomatic row

The incident, seen as promoting the extremist "Greater Bangladesh" idea, has drawn sharp criticism and raised tensions between Dhaka and New Delhi. New Delhi: Bangladesh’s interim Prime Minister Muhammad Yunus has found himself at the centre of a major diplomatic controversy after presenting a book featuring a disputed map to Pakistan's Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee chairperson, General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, during his visit to Dhaka over the weekend. The book, titled "Art of Triumph," depicts India's northeastern states — including Assam and Arunachal Pradesh — as part of Bangladesh. This move has triggered outrage across social media and drawn…

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Zakir Naik, who was banned by Hasina govt over Dhaka attack, to get red carpet welcome in Bangladesh

Over 20 people were killed in the blast in Bangladesh's Dhaka and one of the bombers had reportedly claimed to have been inspired by Islamic preacher Zakir Naik's speeches. Dhaka: Nine years after being banned by former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh's interim government led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus is all set to roll a red-carpet welcome for controversial Islamic preacher and wanted Indian fugitive Zakir Naik next month.  Naik, known for his hardline speeches and controversial remarks, will visit Bangladesh for the first time from November 28 to December 20, 2025, where he will deliver a series of…

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US Navy helicopter and Fighter Jet crash in separate incidents in South China Sea

A US Navy MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter and an F/A-18F Super Hornet fighter jet crashed separately in the South China Sea on Sunday during routine operations. New Delhi: A US Navy MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter, part of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 73, went down at around 2:45 p.m. local time in the South China Sea. Shortly after, at 3:15 p.m., an F/A-18F Super Hornet from Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 22 also crashed while on routine operations from the USS Nimitz. Both crews were safely recovered by search and rescue teams from Carrier Strike Group 11. As per an official…

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Taal Volcano erupts three times in Philippines, authorities on alert | Video

Taal Volcano in the Philippines reportedly erupted three times on Sunday, sending huge ash plumes into the sky. According to reports, authorities have raised the alert level and warned people to stay away from danger zones. New Delhi: The Taal Volcano, located in Batangas province about 70 kilometers south of Manila, erupted three times on Sunday, said local media reports. The eruptions reportedly sent ash columns rising between 1,200 and 2,100 meters above the crater. Authorities raise alert level  Following the eruptions, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reportedly raised the alert level for Taal Volcano to Level…

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Another Indian-origin woman raped in UK, police launch manhunt in ‘racially aggravated attack’

Officers were called to the Park Hall area on Saturday evening after concerns for the woman’s safety. CCTV footage of the suspect has been released as part of a public appeal. Detective Superintendent Ronan Tyrer said investigators are working “around the clock” to identify and arrest the attacker. London: West Midlands Police in the United Kingdom have launched a manhunt for a man accused of a ‘racially aggravated’ rape of a 20-year-old woman in northern England’s Walsall. The victim is believed to be of Indian origin. Officers were called to the Park Hall area on Saturday evening after concerns for…

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Jaishankar meets Marco Rubio in Malaysia amid ongoing trade negotiations with US

The meeting between the two leaders come at a time when trade negotiations between India and the United States (US) are underway. Kuala Lumpur: External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar on Monday met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the sidelines of the ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The two leaders held discussions over several matters, focusing on improving bilateral ties. "Glad to meet @SecRubio this morning in Kuala Lumpur. Appreciated the discussion on our bilateral ties as well as regional and global issues," Jaishankar posted on X (formerly Twitter). India-US trade talks and tariffs The meeting…

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‘100% tariff off the table’: China, US reach ‘basic consensus’ on trade deal ahead of Trump-Xi meet

China and the United States have achieved a “basic consensus” on a potential trade agreement after two days of intensive discussions in Kuala Lumpur. The announcement comes just before a scheduled meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. New Delhi: China announced on Sunday that it has reached a “basic consensus” with the United States on a possible trade agreement. The breakthrough was achieved only days before US President Donald Trump is due to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping. Lifeng described the exchanges as “candid, in-depth, and constructive.” Everything you need to know about the meeting …

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