India has said it remains in continuous contact with both Russia and Ukraine as New Delhi explores possible avenues that could contribute to ending the war between the two countries. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar made the remarks in Warsaw on Friday after completing a visit to Kyiv, where he held talks with Ukrainian President…
India and China are preparing for another round of military-level engagement along their disputed frontier, with Corps Commander-level talks expected to take place in the Northeast in the coming days. The proposed discussions come shortly after National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held the 25th round of Special Representatives talks…
Sony has officially expanded its Grand Theft Auto VI partnership with Rockstar Games by unveiling two limited-edition PlayStation 5 DualSense wireless controllers inspired by GTA VI and its Vice City setting. The controllers were revealed during PlayStation’s September 3, 2026 State of Play, where Sony also showcased a wide range of upcoming games, including Marvel’s…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has renewed his call for Indians to support domestic goods and services, urging citizens to reduce unnecessary spending on imported products and avoid certain forms of overseas expenditure. His latest message has brought the idea of Swadeshi back into the centre of India’s economic and political conversation at a time when…
The 26th Summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) concluded in Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic, at a time of major geopolitical uncertainty and rising regional tensions. Held from August 31 to September 1, 2026, the summit brought together leaders from some of Eurasia’s most influential countries, including India, China, Russia, Pakistan, Iran, Belarus and the Central…
Nepal is facing one of its most devastating natural disasters in recent years after catastrophic flash floods and landslides swept through large parts of the country. The disaster, which began on August 26, 2026, has destroyed homes, roads, bridges and critical infrastructure while leaving thousands of people missing. As rescue operations entered their sixth day…
The price of smartphones in India could be set for an important change. The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council may consider reducing the current 18% GST rate on mobile phones, potentially making smartphones more affordable for Indian consumers. Reports indicate that the proposal could be discussed at the upcoming GST Council meeting scheduled for…
Iceland is heading into a closely watched referendum on whether the country should restart negotiations to join the European Union, reopening a debate that has remained largely dormant for more than a decade. The referendum asks voters a relatively narrow but potentially consequential question: should Iceland resume accession negotiations with the European Union? A vote…
After years of waiting, two official trailers, multiple delays and a fresh wave of unauthorized leaks, Rockstar Games has finally given players the most substantial official look yet at Grand Theft Auto VI. On August 27, Rockstar released Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look, an approximately 26-minute presentation captured entirely from the PlayStation 5…
A devastating flash flood triggered by a glacier collapse has struck the Himalayan border region of Nepal and China’s Tibet, leaving hundreds dead, hundreds of people missing and communities facing the possibility of further flooding. Rescue teams are continuing operations across remote valleys after torrents of water, ice, rock and mud swept through settlements and…
