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US President Trump

Trump weighs October visit to South Korea, possible Xi Jinping meeting on sidelines of APEC

White House confirms discussions as trip could also open door to renewed dialogue with Kim Jong Un.

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.

crash

Lisbon’s iconic Gloria funicular derails, leaving 15 dead and dozens injured

National mourning declared as Portugal reels from one of the worst accidents in the capital’s recent history; survivors recall scenes of panic as the carriage went “out of control.”

Trump reverses tone, says ties with Xi, Putin, Kim are ‘very good’

After accusing Xi, Putin, and Kim of “conspiring” against the US, Trump praised China’s Victory Day parade as “very impressive” and confirmed he maintains “very good” relations with all three leaders.