Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi, during a phone call with Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim ibn Hamad Al Thani, issued a stern warning, emphasising that any action against Iran’s interests will be met with a severe and extensive response against all those involved, Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) reported.
War & peace
The unprecedented Iranian missile and drone attack on Israel, and the ability of the Israeli missile defence shield to soak up 99 per cent of…
Deadly attacks
Air raid sirens blared across Israel after Iran launched a barrage of drones and missiles in its first-ever direct attack on Israeli territory.
Good news
India’s retail inflation reached a 10-month low this month dropping to 4.85 percent in March 2024 from 5.09 percent in the previous month.
Damage control
In an apparent bid to woo Indian tourists back to the Maldives, a major tourism body in Male has announced that it will hold road shows across key Indian cities.
Shocking allegations
Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) has said that the People’s Republic of China (PRC) has clandestinely and deceptively interfered in the two Canadian elections, media reports said.
Strong words
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned China that Washington will not accept new industries being decimated by Chinese imports, as she wrapped up four days of meetings to press her case for Beijing to rein in excess industrial capacity.
Time for talks
U S Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen told Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Sunday that the ability to have difficult conversations has put the two economic superpowers on “a more stable footing” over the past year.
Troubles, travails
In the midst of political rhetoric surrounding the contentious issue of Katchatheevu island, Sri Lankan Minister of Fisheries Douglas Devananda’s recent statements offer a sobering perspective.
No is the word
The foreign ministry has denied allegations in a report by the UK daily The Guardian that accuses India of conducting targeted killings in Pakistan to eliminate terrorists.