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Shrinking cloud cover may be driving record global temperatures, scientists warn
Scientists warn that fewer clouds could be triggering a feedback loop that accelerates warming, making it even harder to curb rising temperatures.
Brazil to host expanded BRICS summit in July amid US dollar tensions
Brazil will host leaders from the BRICS nations and their new members in Rio de Janeiro on July 6-7, as the burgeoning bloc faces growing pressure from the US over plans to reduce dollar dependence in trade.
Brazil drops BRICS currency plan in favour of local payment push
Brazil will not pursue a common BRICS currency during its presidency of the bloc this year, focusing instead on facilitating trade in local currencies despite warnings from US President Donald Trump about challenging dollar dominance.
Trump hosts India’s Modi at White House in a coming together of MAGA and MIGA
Donald Trump meets Narendra Modi, and MAGA meets MIGA, as two of the world's leading economies come together in Washington
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Trade, tariffs and immigration to be main issues of discussion during Modi's visit to US
New Delhi has already indicated its willingness to reduce tariffs, take back illegal Indian immigrants and purchase American oil and gas.
At Aero India, Russia aims to keep New Delhi interested
Ahead of India’s Aero India defence expo, Russia’s state-owned arms exporter Rosoboronexport revealed that total military exports to India have reached $80bn.
Jindal Nuclear plans to build 18GWe of nuclear power generation capacity in India
Jindal Nuclear plans to build 18GWe of nuclear power generation capacity in India over the next two decades
PANNIER: Prince Karim Aga Khan IV obituary
Spiritual leader who mingled with heads of state and royalty leaves behind tremendous amount of grassroots work that will benefit Ismaili Muslim communities for generations to come.
New Aga Khan takes helm of Ismaili Shi'ite Muslims
Prince Rahim al-Hussaini has been named the new Aga Khan, becoming spiritual leader of 15mn Ismaili Muslims following the death of his father in Lisbon aged 88.
Arson attacks against former ruling party rock Bangladesh
A series of attacks have targeted properties linked to senior figures of Bangladesh's Awami League, including businesses and murals associated with the party’s legacy, as unrest continues in the country.
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India signs MoU to advance decarbonisation efforts
India’s Ministry of Corporate Affairs-backed think tank, the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Carbon Market Association of India to enhance the country’s carbon markets.
The Aga Khan, spiritual leader of the Ismaili, passes away at 88
Billionaire philanthropist invested his fortune in lifting up communities around the world, particularly the Pamiri peoples of Tajikistan.
Russia’s Mir cards remain an open question in India
Indian Ambassador to Russia Vinay Kumar has expressed optimism about Indian financial institutions adopting Moscow’s Mir payments system and Russian banks adopting New Delhi’s RuPay payments system
India eyes at least 100GW of nuclear power by 2047
During the Union Budget 2025–26 presented on February 1, the Indian government announced the launch of the Nuclear Energy Mission, aiming to develop at least 100GW of nuclear power by 2047.
Pakistan, Bangladesh strengthen ties in post-Hasina era
For much of the 54 years since Bangladesh gained its independence from Pakistan, ties between the two countries have remained strained at best. Now things are starting to look up.
India’s digital economy to surpass agriculture and manufacturing sectors
India’s digital economy is projected to account for nearly 20% of the country’s GDP by fiscal year 2029-30, overtaking agriculture and manufacturing within six years.
Is India set to take on China's DeepSeek?
India to host open-source AI model as artificial intelligence sector heats up.
India’s PM SuryaGhar scheme brings rooftop solar to 850,000 homes in first year
Under the PM SuryaGhar Yojana, which aims to facilitate the installation of 10mn solar panels, the Indian government has managed 850,000 installations in the first year
Human Rights Watch warns of old pattern of abuse returning in Bangladesh
Bangladesh under interim leader Muhammad Yunus is facing growing scrutiny. Human Rights Watch an NGO known for its controversial truth to power stances, warns of ongoing security force abuses similar to those seen under former Prime Minister Hasina.
Canadian hitman jailed for life over murder of Air India bombing suspect
A man involved in the killing of a businessman acquitted in the 1985 Air India bombing has been sentenced to life in prison in Canada, with no possibility of parole for 20 years.