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Trump–Xi Summit: Plenty of Optics, Little Substance — India Watches Closely
The Trump–Xi summit delivered optics but little substance, with no AI deal and only a trade truce extension, raising tariff worries for India’s Russian oil imports.
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Bangkok Under Water: 50 Districts Declared Disaster Zones
Bangkok declared all 50 districts disaster zones after 300 mm rainfall submerged streets, disrupted traffic, and forced evacuations, with more heavy rain expected through September 27.
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Durga Puja Preparations in Full Swing Across Bangladesh
urga Puja preparations in Bangladesh intensify, with temples decorated, idols crafted, cultural rehearsals underway, and communities uniting to celebrate the festival from October 16–21.
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U.S. Eyes Role as Major Energy Supplier for India
The U.S. aims to become a key energy supplier for India, leveraging Venezuela operations and new sanctions on Russia and Iran to expand exports.
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Bus Overturns in Central Iran, 11 Dead, 24 Injured
A bus overturned in central Iran’s Markazi province, killing 11 and injuring 24, with police blaming driver fatigue for the tragic accident.
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PTI Postpones Islamabad March to October 4 Amid Push for Imran Khan’s Release
PTI postponed its Islamabad march to October 4, pressing for Imran Khan’s release, as tensions rise over political protests and Pakistan’s fragile stability.
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U.S. and China to Establish AI Incident Communication Channel
U.S. and China agreed to establish a communication channel for AI incidents, launching a Super Intelligence Dialogue during Trump–Xi summit in Washington.
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Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Turkiye Vow Collective Defence After Houthi Attacks
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkiye reaffirmed collective defence under the Makkah pact, vowing to protect Riyadh’s sovereignty after recent Houthi rebel attacks.
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Jaishankar Meets Iranian, Russian Foreign Ministers at UNGA
aishankar met Iranian and Russian Foreign Ministers at UNGA, discussing bilateral ties, BRICS cooperation, and Gulf tensions amid new U.S. sanctions on Moscow and Tehran.
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India Slams Pakistan’s ‘Falsehoods’ at UN, Warns Terrorism Will Have Consequences
India rebuked Pakistan’s “falsehoods” at UNGA, rejecting Kashmir claims and warning Islamabad that continued terrorism will have consequences for regional peace and stability.