What was once a strong desire among many Indians to celebrate anyone with even distant Indian roots for global achievements has now shifted into open hostility. From Celebration to Chaos: The Irony of Identity in New York Politics In 2022, a close friend invited me to an Independence Day reception in New York City—a decision … Read more
Iran vows to respond to any breach of its territorial integrity, following its strike on the largest U.S. base in West Asia; Qatar temporarily closes its airspace after a U.S. advisory urges caution for American citizens. Iran Strikes U.S. Base in Qatar in Retaliation for American Attack on Nuclear Facilities On the evening of Monday, … Read more
A recommendation letter, signed by Dep. PM & Foreign Min. Ishaq Dar, was sent to the Nobel Peace Prize Cmte. in Norway. Numerous Pakistani politicians and prominent individuals have urged the government to retract its unexpected decision to nominate U.S. President Donald Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, following U.S. airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear … Read more
On Sunday, the President of Taiwan, Lai Ching-te, firmly reiterated that Taiwan is, beyond question, a sovereign nation. He rejected the claims of sovereignty asserted by the People’s Republic of China, stating that such assertions are devoid of both legal grounding and historical legitimacy. Meanwhile, Beijing persists in denouncing President Lai as a separatist and … Read more
“India and Iran share a longstanding strategic partnership, and both nations have been in close and continuous consultation to safeguard the well-being of Indian nationals residing in Iran, especially in light of the escalating conflict in West Asia as of 13th June.” Hours after the United States carried out strikes on three key nuclear … Read more
“Airlines have opted for alternative routes, journeying northward over the Caspian Sea or southward through Egypt and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, despite the increased expenditure on fuel and crew, as well as the extended duration of travel.” Airlines Steer Clear of Middle Eastern Skies Following U.S. Strikes on Iran In the wake of airstrikes … Read more
Thailand PM Shinawatra Apologises For Leaked Phone Call With Cambodian Leader “I apologize for the audio leak of my conversation with the Cambodian leader, which has caused public outrage,” Prime Minister Phetongtarn said, as demands for her resignation intensified. Leaked call with Cambodian leader reveals Thai PM’s words: Thailand’s 10-month-old government led by Prime Minister … Read more