Ekta Jain

China is considering US proposals for trade talks. This follows economic strain from US tariffs. Factory activity and exports in China have declined. Beijing signals openness to dialogue. However, it warns against coercion. Markets react positively to the news. There is hope for a thaw in the US-China trade standoff. The future of negotiations remains uncertain.

Meenal Ahmed Khan, a Pakistani national, was reunited with her CRPF trooper husband in Jammu after the J&K high court intervened to prevent her deportation. She entered India on a tourist visa and applied for a long-term visa as an Indian citizen's wife.

General Asim Munir’s speeches may target India, but his deeper battle is unfolding at home — against Pakistan’s civilian order. As echoes of General Zia’s Islamist legacy grow louder, Munir’s ambition appears to be more than just strategic posturing. Is Pakistan headed for another military takeover, cloaked in religion and nationalism?

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 14-year-old prodigy, captivated the IPL 2025 with a record-breaking century against Gujarat Titans, leading Rajasthan Royals to a thrilling victory. However, he soon experienced the unpredictable nature of cricket with a subsequent duck against Mumbai Indians. Cricket icon Kapil Dev has advised patience in nurturing the young talent, emphasizing the need for time and careful development.

Following the Pahalgam attack, India took strong actions. Pakistan fears a potential Indian strike. Security around Hafiz Saeed is heightened. Pakistani media reported false Indian incursions. Schools near the Line of Control are conducting drills. Residents are stocking supplies. Tourist spots are deserted. The US is urging de-escalation and supports India. Pakistan is bracing for possible escalation.

Shubman Gill's explosive 76 propelled Gujarat Titans to a commanding 38-run victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad. Gill's aggressive batting, supported by Sai Sudharsan and Jos Buttler, helped GT post a formidable 224/6. Prasidh Krishna's economical bowling, including the crucial wicket of Travis Head, stifled SRH's chase, despite Abhishek Sharma's valiant effort.

If a national count starkly demonstrates that powerful chieftains of social groups are no guarantee for their base’s economic empowerment, these netas’ political influence may go down

Google CEO Sundar Pichai confirmed under oath that Gemini, Google's AI chatbot, is expected to be integrated into Siri by mid-2025. Discussions with Apple CEO Tim Cook included Gemini app distribution, with Cook indicating more third-party AI models would be incorporated into Apple Intelligence later this year.

The Delhi High Court has instructed the Indian Consulate in Indonesia to provide legal aid and ensure communication between three Indian nationals sentenced to death for narcotics offences and their families. The court's directive follows a petition by the men's wives, highlighting their financial constraints and the urgency for an appeal.