International
MIT Leads QS Rankings 2027 for 15th Year; Top Institutions Hold Steady
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has once again secured the top spot in the QS World University Rankings for 2027, marking its 15th consecutive year at the pinnacle of global higher education.
18 Jun 2026
Sharif Postpones Switzerland Trip for US-Iran Deal Ceremony
Pakistan's Prime Minister has postponed his visit to Switzerland, opting instead to attend a ceremony for a digitally signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) concerning a US-Iran deal. The MoU has reportedly already been signed.
18 Jun 2026
Indian Sailor Killings: A Deep Dive into India-US Relations
An opinion piece analyzes the implications of the Indian sailor killings on the India-US relationship, framing it as 'collateral damage' with no apparent regret.
18 Jun 2026
Asia Warming at Double Rate, 2025 Projected Among Hottest: UN Body
A UN weather agency report indicates that Asia is experiencing warming at nearly double the global average rate. The year 2025 is also predicted to be among the hottest on record for the continent.
18 Jun 2026
US and Iran Sign New Peace Deal
A new peace agreement has been reached between the United States and Iran. The implications of this deal for Iran are being analyzed.
18 Jun 2026
US-Iran Sign 'Islamabad MOU' to End War, Reopen Strait of Hormuz
The United States and Iran have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), brokered by Pakistan, to conclude a protracted conflict and restore access to crucial maritime routes. The agreement reportedly includes the lifting of sanctions and the withdrawal of American troops.
18 Jun 2026
China's FM in Delhi for NSA-level BRICS meeting ahead of Summit
China's Foreign Minister arrived in New Delhi to participate in a meeting of National Security Advisors (NSAs) from BRICS nations. The meeting is taking place ahead of the upcoming BRICS Summit.
18 Jun 2026
China's Wang Yi to attend BRICS security meet in India next week
China's top diplomat and national security advisor, Wang Yi, is scheduled to visit India from June 22-23 to participate in a BRICS security meeting.
18 Jun 2026
US-Iran Deal Favors Tehran, Despite Potential Military Advantage for Trump
A recent Memorandum of Agreement between the United States and Iran appears to significantly favor Tehran's position, despite former President Trump's perceived military success.
18 Jun 2026
No Indian Ships Depart Persian Gulf After LNG Carrier Disha
Following the departure of the LNG carrier Disha, no other Indian-flagged vessels have exited the Persian Gulf, according to the Shipping Ministry.
18 Jun 2026
Andhra Photographer Wins Global Award for Coal Miners Series
An Indian photographer from Andhra Pradesh has received a prestigious award from the Australian Photographic Society for his documentary series titled 'Risk as Job: The Daily Saga of Artisanal Coal Miners'.
18 Jun 2026Indian National Dies in Oman Missile Attack, Family Devastated
A family from Deoria has been devastated after Shivnand Chaurasia, who was working abroad to support them, became a victim of a missile attack in Oman.
18 Jun 2026