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Japanese PM Shigeru Ishiba resigns to avert split within ruling LDP

Facing pressure from within after election setbacks and sensing deepening factional discord, Ishiba stepped down today to pave the way for unity and leadership renewal in Japan’s ruling party.

Trump rebrands Department of Defense as ‘Department of War’ restoring historical title

Through Executive Order, Trump authorizes use of “Department of War” and “Secretary of War” as secondary titles, initiating symbolic rebranding while pressing Congress to render it permanent.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi

PM Modi skips UNGA podium amid US-India tariff tensions

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to represent India at the high-stakes global forum on September 27.

US President Donald Trump

Trump softens tone on India after ‘lost to China’ remark

US President says ties with Modi remain “special” despite disappointment over Russian oil purchases.

5.4 earthquake struck

Afghanistan reels as fourth quake in a week deepens crisis; death toll crosses 2,200

Fresh 5.4-magnitude tremor strikes southeastern region, leaving thousands homeless and aid agencies overwhelmed.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi

PM Modi, EU leaders push for swift India-EU trade deal, peace in Ukraine

Modi, Jaishankar reaffirm India’s call for early end to conflict as Brussels eyes 2025 deadline for FTA.

Sin goods under India’s new GST: What they are, why they face a 40% rate, and when the changes take effect

The GST Council’s overhaul keeps most items at 5% or 18% but creates a 40% slab for “sin” and super-luxury goods.