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China flaunts ‘tank boats’ in naval drill as Taiwan launches largest-ever drill

As Taiwan launches its biggest-ever war games, China releases footage of amphibious assault vessels near the Taiwan Strait, escalating regional tensions.

US State Department lays off over 1,300 employees in sweeping reorganization

White House sparks outrage by posting ‘Superman Trump’ image amid culture-war backlash

Insurgents kill 9 Punjab passengers after ID checks in Pakistan’s Balochistan

Indian student pilot among two killed in Canada mid‑air collision during training exercise

Kerala resident Sreehari Sukesh and Canadian classmate die near Steinbach, Manitoba, prompting investigation by Canadian authorities and support from India’s consulate.

India–US trade talks stall as agriculture remains key red line

With the US pushing its tariff deadline to August 1, India stands firm on protecting farm and dairy sectors as trade deadlines loom.

Trump moves to axe over 2,000 NASA experts as budget slashes threaten core space missions

Mass exodus of veteran scientists and engineers looms as Trump’s second-term agenda strips NASA of funds, leadership, and legacy programs.

Houthis strike second cargo ship in a week in Red Sea escalation

Greek-operated ‘Magic Seas’ targeted with drones and missiles; Houthis say vessel breached Israel-linked port ban.

6-year-old Afghan girl forced to marry man 45, as Taliban greenlights child bride culture

Under Taliban rule, child marriages surge as girls are sold, traded, and silenced — stripped of rights, childhoods, and futures.

Trump backs Russia sanctions bill that could hit India with 500% tariff

The Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 proposes steep penalties for nations importing Russian energy, with India and China among those targeted—raising concerns over broader geopolitical and economic impacts.