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Putin demands full control of Donetsk, Luhansk; Zelenskyy unlikely to accept proposal: Report

Ukraine war: In the Donetsk and Luhansk regions, Putin's forces have made a lot of gains since November last year. As of now, Russia controls around 70 per cent of Donetsk, but most of its western cities are under the control of Ukraine. In Luhansk, Russia controls nearly the entire region. Moscow: Russian President Vladimir Putin has demanded a complete withdrawal of Kyiv from the Donetsk and Luhansk regions as part of a deal to end the war in Ukraine. He put forth his demand during the Alaska summit with Donald Trump on August 15, where he assured the US…

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India welcomes Trump-Putin Alaska meet, calls leadership ‘commendable’

India on Saturday welcomed US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin’s Alaska Summit. New Delhi: India on Saturday expressed its appreciation for the recent summit in Alaska between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, acknowledging their commitment to “dialogue and diplomacy” in seeking an end to the conflict in Ukraine. In a statement released on Saturday, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) welcomed the high-stakes summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska. The MEA expressed appreciation for the two leaders’ ongoing efforts toward peace, describing their leadership…

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Janmashtami 2025: Devotees celebrate across globe, including Pakistan’s historic Krishna temples

Janmashtami 2025 is being celebrated with devotion across the world, including in Pakistan, where historic Krishna temples still draw worshippers, reflecting Lord Krishna's global spiritual legacy. New Delhi: The festival of Janmashtami, celebrating the birth of Lord Krishna, is being observed with great fervour and devotion across India. Long queues of devotees have been seen outside temples nationwide. However, what many might not know is that Janmashtami is also celebrated in Pakistan, where several historic Krishna temples still exist and continue to attract devotees during this auspicious occasion. Krishna temples in Pakistan Among the most prominent is the Krishna Mandir…

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Putin reveals ‘US-Russia bilateral trade up by 20% under Trump administration’

Putin reveals a 20% surge in US-Russia trade, raising questions amid US tariffs on India. New Delhi: Amid the ongoing geopolitical tensions surrounding the Ukraine war, a recent revelation by Russian President Vladimir Putin during a high-stakes summit with US President Donald Trump has ignited debates over US trade policies. While Trump has imposed hefty tariffs on India for purchasing Russian oil, Putin disclosed that bilateral trade between the US and Russia has increased by 20%. This revelation has left many questioning double standards in the Trump administration’s global trade approach. During the joint press conference following the summit…

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Pakistan again extends closure of Rahim Yar Khan airbase destroyed by Indian strikes during Operation Sindoor

Pakistan’s military infrastructure continues to be reeling from the impact of India’s precision strikes under Operation Sindoor. New Delhi: Pakistan’s Rahim Yar Khan airbase in Punjab province will remain closed until August 22, 2025, following extensive damage caused by India's precision strikes during Operation Sindoor in May 2025. Initially expected to reopen by August 6, the base central to Pakistan's air defense network seems to have suffered irreparable damage to its runway and operational facilities. The Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) issued by Pakistan has been updated. Open-source intelligence expert Damien Saymon in a post on social media, wrote, “Pakistan once…

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‘Lord Krishna has spread…’: Bangladesh’s Yunus wishes Hindus on Janmashtami

Muhammad Yunus, the chief advisor to the interim government in Bangladesh, wished Hindus on Janmashtami. Read what he said. New Delhi: Nearly a year after the arrest of Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, a prominent former ISKCON priest and spokesperson for the Bangladesh Sammilita Sanatani Jagran Jote, the interim government of Bangladesh extended greetings to the Hindu community during the celebration of Janmashtami. Muhammad Yunus, the chief advisor to the interim government, issued a message of peace and communal harmony. Yunus praised the ideals of Lord Sri Krishna, calling his message of justice, human compassion, and peace pivotal in fostering…

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Historic first: Tricolour hoisted atop Seattle’s Space Needle on India’s Independence Day

A community reception was separately hosted by the Consulate at the scenic Kerry Park, which offered sweeping views of the Seattle skyline, with India’s flag on top of Space Needle in the backdrop. Seattle: In a historic first for Seattle city in the state of Washington, the Indian Tricolour was raised atop the iconic Space Needle on the 79th Independence Day. Built in 1962 for the World Fair, the Space Needle has long symbolised Seattle’s skyline and represents the tech-driven future of the US Pacific Northwest. The Consul General of India in Seattle, along with Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell and other…

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Zelenskyy to meet Trump in Washington after US President’s Alaska summit with Putin

Zelenskyy speaks to Trump after Putin summit in Alaska New Delhi: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke with US President Donald Trump on Saturday and said he plans to meet him in Washington on Monday. This comes after Trump's summit with Russia's Vladimir Putin. Zelenskyy said he held a “long, meaningful” conversation with Trump on Saturday after the US leader met Putin in Alaska. This is a developing story...  

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Is Trump rethinking tariff imposition on India? Here’s what US President said after meeting Putin

In an interview with Fox News, Donald Trump spoke on retaliatory tariffs for countries buying Russian oil. This comes after his meeting with Vladimir Putin in Alaska. New Delhi: In a surprising shift of tone, US President Donald Trump may be reconsidering his previously harsh stance on tariffs targeting India and China. This change comes after his high-stakes meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska. Trump's remarks about the potential for retaliatory tariffs on countries trading in Russian oil have left many wondering whether the US is softening its approach toward these Asian powerhouses.  Trump’s big comments after ‘10/10’ meet…

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Flash floods, torrential rains leave more than 200 dead in PoK, Pakistan

Pakistan rains: Since late June, the onset of the monsoon season has brought torrential rains that triggered deadly floods and landslides across Pakistan, with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the northern regions bearing the heaviest impact. New Delhi: At least 214 people were killed and several injured as heavy rains lashed multiple parts of Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) over the past 36 hours, officials have said. The Buner district in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region of the country's northwest recorded the highest toll with 92 deaths. Other badly affected districts include Mansehra, Bajaur, Batagram, Lower Dir and Shangla. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa worst hit Most…

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