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Trump and Xi agree a new channel for AI incidents and a Super Intelligence dialogue, alongside trade, energy and international security commitments, reports Asian Lite News Desk US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping have agreed to establish a bilateral communication channel for incidents involving advanced artificial intelligence, as the two leaders sought to manage growing technological competition during their Washington summit. The White House said the United States and C

Protesters gathered outside the White House during Xi Jinpings Washington visit, calling for freedom in Tibet and Hong Kongreports Asian Lite News Desk Protesters opposing Chinese President Xi Jinpings policies gathered outside the White House on Thursday as he continued his high profile visit to Washington, chanting slogans including Free Tibet and Free Hong Kong. The demonstrators could be heard from the White Houses North Portico, where members of the press were gathered ahead of events invol

Nigeria and the United States have signed a framework to deepen cooperation on geological exploration, mineral processing, infrastructure and technical capacity.reports Africa Daily News Desk Nigeria and the United States have signed an agreement to deepen cooperation and attract greater American investment in Nigerias solid minerals sector, with a focus on exploration, processing, infrastructure and skills development. The agreement was signed at the Nigerian Mission House in New York on the si

The US has invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to attend the December G20 summitreports Asian Lite News Desk The United States has invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to the G20 summit in December, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Wednesday, raising the possibility of a meeting between Putin and US President Donald Trump. Weve invited President Putin to the G20, Rubio told reporters on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly. He said Washington hoped Putin would acce

More than 2,000 Tibetans are expected to join a coalition protest in Washington against Chinese President Xi Jinpings visit.reports Asian Lite News Desk More than 2,000 Tibetans from across North America are expected to join Uyghur, Hong Kong, Taiwanese, Southern Mongolian and Chinese democracy groups in Washington on Thursday to protest Chinese President Xi Jinpings visit. The daylong mobilisation will begin with a demonstration outside the Chinese Embassy, followed by a march through central W

President Donald Trump has warned that Washington will use its military power against threats in the Western Hemisphere while highlighting new security arrangements involving Greenlandreports Asian Lite News Desk US President Donald Trump told the United Nations General Assembly that Washington would use its military power to protect American interests in the Western Hemisphere, while outlining a foreign policy centred on national sovereignty, opposition to global governance and stronger US secu

India, Brazil, Germany and Japan have called for faster reform of the UN Security Council, arguing that its current structure no longer reflects global realitiesreports Asian Lite News Desk Foreign Ministers of the G4 countries, India, Brazil, Germany and Japan, have called for an early reform of the United Nations Security Council, saying its current structure is unable to effectively address the challenges of maintaining international peace and security. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar,

World leaders are gathering in New York for the 81st UN General Assembly, with wars, climate change, development and multilateral cooperation high on the agendareports Asian Lite News Desk World leaders are gathering at the United Nations headquarters in New York for the high level week of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly, with conflicts, climate change, development, emerging technologies and the future of multilateral cooperation among the main issues on the agenda. The General Debat

Manchester will welcome Donald Trump and other G20 leaders in 2027 as the UK uses its presidency to focus on growth, investment and stability, reports Asian Lite News Desk Manchester will host US President Donald Trump and other world leaders for the G20 leaders summit in November 2027, with Prime Minister Andy Burnham preparing to welcome the international gathering to his former political base. The summit will take place at Manchester Central Convention Complex on 27 and 28 November 2027 as pa

India has joined G20 members in endorsing four outcomes covering energy access, infrastructure approvals, water reuse and critical mineral supply chainsreports Asian Lite News Desk India has joined other G20 members in adopting four consensus outcomes focused on household energy access, infrastructure approvals, water reuse and secure critical mineral supply chains at a ministerial meeting in Houston, Texas. The agreements were reached at the conclusion of the three day G20 Energy Abundance Mini

US visa restrictions on South African officials deepen tensions over race, land reform and Afrikaner rights, as Pretoria rejects Washingtons allegations and defends sovereignty, reports Africa Daily News Desk The United States has imposed visa restrictions on South African officials accused of supporting race-based discrimination, escalating tensions between Washington and Pretoria over land reform, racial policy and the treatment of the countrys white minority. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio

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Ethnic fashion is evolving beyond traditional silhouettes, with designers and fashion enthusiasts giving classic Indian styles a contemporary edge. The latest trends combine familiar cuts, flowing fabrics and traditional details with relaxed tailoring and versatile styling. The result is occasion wear that feels festive while remaining comfortable and easy to personalise. Farshi Salwar Suit The dramatic Farshi salwar is making a strong return, bringing a regal quality to the traditional salwar s

Destroyed roads, buried villages and treacherous terrain are hampering efforts to locate missing US citizens.reports Asian Lite News Desk About 70 Americans remain unaccounted for in Nepals border region with China after a disaster devastated roads, bridges and entire villages, severely hampering search-and-rescue efforts, the US State Department said. According to figures released by the department as of noon EDT on Thursday, 18 Americans had been located and reached safety. The safety of Ameri

Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz fell to seven vessels, well below its 10-day average, while Bab el-Mandeb traffic remained comparatively stable, reports Asian Lite News Desk Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz fell to seven vessels on Wednesday, according to preliminary ship-tracking data, highlighting the continued low level of commercial traffic through the vital Gulf waterway. The figure was down from 12 vessels recorded the previous day and well below the 10-day average of 14

UK announces ban on goods from illegal settlements, sanctions firms facilitating expansion and restrictions on settlement advertising as Britain joins France and Canada in a tougher international response writes Kaliph Anaz Britain has dramatically toughened its stance towards Israel, announcing a package of measures targeting Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank and declaring that it will no longer stand by as settlement expansion threatens to destroy the possibility of a two-state so

Britain, France and Canada have reaffirmed support for a two-state solution while condemning Israeli settlement expansion in the West Bankreports Asian Lite News Desk Britain, France and Canada have reaffirmed their commitment to a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, warning that the expansion of Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank poses a growing threat to prospects for peace. The leaders of the three countries issued a joint statement on Tuesday, expressing concer

India, US, Japan and Australia review security and technology ties ahead of next ministers meetingreports Asian Lite News Desk Senior officials from India, the United States, Japan and Australia have reviewed progress on maritime security, critical technologies and economic cooperation as the four-nation Quad prepares for its next foreign ministers meeting. Indias Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri hosted the Quad Sherpas meeting in New Delhi on Thursday, bringing together senior representatives fro

OpenAI chief Sam Altman says governments can regulate artificial intelligence differently, but warns that refusing to adopt it could carry a huge economic cost.reports Asian Lite News Desk OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman has urged governments not to shut artificial intelligence out of their countries, comparing such a decision to rejecting electricity more than a century ago and arguing that AI adoption will be essential for future economic growth. Speaking during a fireside chat with US Comme

Declaration reflects growing alignment against unilateral sanctions and Western-led global structuresreports Asian Lite News Desk The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) has condemned military strikes on Iran, called for a comprehensive and just resolution to the Palestinian question, backed the formation of an inclusive government in Afghanistan and opposed unilateral coercive economic measures, as the bloc reaffirmed its commitment to building a representative and equitable multipolar worl

New Delhi eases trade tensions with Washington while cautiously opening investment channels linked to Beijingreports Asian Lite News Desk India has moved to rebalance its economic engagement with the US and China in 2026, securing a negotiated settlement to its tariff dispute with Washington while cautiously easing restrictions on certain Chinese-linked investments for the first time since the 2020 border clashes, according to an analysis. The twin developments reflect New Delhis broader effort

Washington offers emergency assistance to Nepal as around 90 Americans may have been affected by devastating floods and mudslides along the Nepal-Tibet borderreports Asian Lite News Desk US President Donald Trump has offered assistance to Nepal following devastating floods along the Nepal-Tibet border, as the US State Department said around 90 American citizens may have been affected by the disaster. Weve called Nepal and offered any help that they need, Trump told reporters at the White House o

The former India captain criticised the teams World Cup campaign and questioned whether enough is being done to challenge the worlds bestreports Asian Lite News Desk Former India hockey captain PR Sreejesh has questioned the lack of accountability surrounding the mens team after India crashed out of the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup without reaching the semifinals. Indias campaign in Amstelveen ended on Monday with a 3-5 defeat to Argentina, their second successive loss in Stage 2. They had earlier

India and New Zealand advance defence cooperation on maritime security and joint training while implementing Roadmap 2030 and expanding wider strategic and economic ties.reports India Daily News Desk India and New Zealand have stepped up discussions on defence cooperation, with maritime security, joint training and the implementation of a new strategic roadmap taking centre stage during the second India-New Zealand Defence Strategic Dialogue in Wellington. The talks underline the growing securit

US Ambassador Sergio Gor says Lockheed Martin and Tata are making India a critical C-130J production hub, deepening defence manufacturing and strategic tiesreports India Daily News Desk India is emerging as a key link in the global production network for the C-130J Super Hercules military transport aircraft through the expanding partnership between US aerospace giant Lockheed Martin and Tata Advanced Systems. US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor highlighted the growing role of Indian industry in th

Canada will impose dollar-for-dollar tariffs on $20 billion worth of US goods after trade talks collapsed between the two countries...reports Asian Lite News Desk Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced dollar-for-dollar retaliatory tariffs on US goods after trade talks between the two countries broke down, escalating tensions between the North American neighbours. In a nationally televised address, Carney said Canadas counter-tariffs on $20 billion worth of American goods would take e

Donald Trump says Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit the United States in two weeks, as tensions over tariffs, trade and technology remain high, reports Asian Lite News Desk US President Donald Trump has said Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit the United States in two weeks, without providing a specific date, venue or agenda for the expected meeting. Trump made the announcement while addressing a Republican campaign rally in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, on Friday. As an example, in tw

US Canada trade talks collapse after Washington imposes 50 per cent tariffs, with Prime Minister Mark Carney promising dollar-for-dollar retaliation to protect Canadian businesses, reports Asian Lite News Desk Trade negotiations between the United States and Canada have collapsed, with Washington imposing fresh 50 per cent tariffs on nearly $28 billion worth of Canadian imports and Ottawa vowing to retaliate dollar-for-dollar. The latest escalation came late Friday night after last-minute talks

Qatar, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt intensify diplomacy with Iran and the US as efforts grow to restore Hormuz shipping and prevent escalation, reports Asian Lite News Desk Gulf states have intensified a coordinated diplomatic push to break the deadlock between Iran and the United States, restore freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz and prevent the regional crisis from developing into a wider confrontation. Qatar, Oman, Saudi Arabia and Egypt have all stepped up diplomatic activit

The Trump administration has approved a possible $4.5 billion sale of KC-46A refuelling aircraft and related equipment to Qatarreports Asian Lite News Desk The Trump administration has approved a possible $4.5 billion sale of KC-46A aerial refuelling aircraft and related equipment to Qatar, the US State Department said. Qatar has requested up to four KC-46A aircraft, along with eight PW4062 turbofan engines, including four spares, radar warning receivers, infrared countermeasure systems and othe

European Union leaders have reaffirmed their support for the International Criminal Court after the United States imposed sanctions on its president and a senior lawyerreports Asian Lite News Desk European Union leaders on Wednesday voiced strong support for the International Criminal Court (ICC), a day after the United States imposed sanctions on two senior officials of the Hague-based tribunal. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa said

Islamabad rejected Gors description of the territory as an important part of India, calling the remarks factually incorrectreports. Asian Lite News Desk Pakistan on Wednesday summoned the US Charg dAffaires in Islamabad and lodged a formal protest over remarks made by US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor during his recent visit to Jammu and Kashmir. According to Pakistans Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Islamabad delivered a demarche over what it described as the Ambassadors factually incorrect commen

Trump said the pause, requested by Canada, would allow both sides to finalise details, including possible changes to tariffs on steel and aluminium.reports Asian Lite News Desk US President Donald Trump has delayed the implementation of a 50 per cent tariff on Canadian goods for three days, saying the United States and Canada were close to reaching a deal that could also ease duties on steel and aluminium. We delayed it for three days because I think we have a deal with the Prime Minister and a

Thousands of Indian green card applicants could face wider financial scrutiny under new US immigration guidance taking effect next month.reports Asian Lite News Desk New US green card rules could bring greater financial scrutiny for thousands of Indians seeking permanent residency, with immigration officers set to consider a wider range of public benefits when assessing whether applicants could become a public charge. The new guidance from US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will tak

Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that Washington could impose further measures and called on other countries to withdraw support for the courtreports Asian Lite News Desk The United States has imposed sanctions on International Criminal Court President Tomoko Akane and senior trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye, escalating the Trump administrations campaign against the tribunal and warning that further measures could follow. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Akane, a Japanese national, and Sey

The United States has welcomed Indias contract with General Atomics to lease two MQ-9B Sea Guardian systems to the Indian Navy for 30 months.reports Asian Lite News Desk The United States has welcomed Indias defence contract with General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) to lease two MQ-9B Sea Guardian systems for the Indian Navy, describing the agreement as a step forward in bilateral defence cooperation and maritime security. The US Embassy in India said the leased systems would stre

US President Donald Trump has invoked Indias electoral system while pressing Congress to approve legislation requiring proof of citizenship and photo identification for federal electionsreports Asian Lite News Desk US President Donald Trump has cited Indias electoral system as an example while renewing his call for stricter voter identification requirements in American elections and urging Congress to pass the SAVE America Act. Trump referred to a question he said Indias Chief Election Commissio

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani skipped the citys main India Day Parade in Manhattan despite being invited, breaking a tradition followed by several predecessors.reports Asian Lite News Desk New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has broken a long-standing mayoral tradition by skipping the citys main India Day Parade in Manhattan, despite being invited to the annual event celebrating Indias Independence Day. Mamdani did not attend the 44th India Day Parade organised by the Federation of Indian Associations

US President Donald Trump has said Washington will take over the Strait of Hormuz as US territory after what he described as the defeat of Iranreports Asian Lite News Desk US President Donald Trump has said the United States will take over the Strait of Hormuz as US territory pretty soon after defeating Iran, escalating his rhetoric over the strategically vital waterway at the centre of the ongoing conflict. After we finish defeating Iran, which is being very badly defeated, pretty soon, Ill be

A bipartisan group of US senators has introduced legislation to deepen Washingtons engagement with Tibets government-in-exile.reports Asian Lite News Desk A bipartisan group of US senators has introduced legislation seeking to strengthen US engagement with Tibets government-in-exile and ensure continued American support for Tibetan institutions beyond the lifetime of the 14th Dalai Lama. The Assuring the Future of Tibet Act was introduced by Democratic Senator Jeff Merkley and Republican Senator

Cricket Scotland and the Netherlands KNCB have criticised the ICCs revised ODI World Cup structure and qualification pathway as a setback for Associate nationsreports Asian Lite News Desk Cricket Scotland and the Royal Dutch Cricket Association (KNCB) have described the International Cricket Councils (ICC) recent changes to the qualification pathway and tournament structure for the Mens ODI World Cup as a major setback for Associate nations, warning that the move could undermine years of progres

Hormuz reopening hopes dim as Trump demands Iranian compensation, while Tehran insists wider US concessions are needed before unrestricted shipping can resume.reports Asian Lite News Desk Hopes of a breakthrough to reopen the Strait of Hormuz have weakened after US President Donald Trump demanded that Iran pay compensation for deaths and damage he says resulted from Iranian actions over decades, adding a new obstacle to already difficult negotiations. Trumps demand came as Iran and Oman moved cl

US President Donald Trump has stepped up attacks on Muslim communities and Democratic candidates ahead of the midterm elections.reports Asian Lite News Desk US President Donald Trump has intensified his rhetoric against Muslim communities and Democratic candidates from those communities ahead of the midterm elections, with his latest social media post targeting Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed. Trump shared an image on Truth Social showing El-Sayed standing before a crowd that included w

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says Tehran remains open to dialogue with Washington but will not surrender, amid renewed tensions and uncertainty over negotiations, reports Asian Lite News Desk Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has reaffirmed Tehrans willingness to pursue dialogue to safeguard its rights, while insisting that Iran will not be forced into surrender. Pezeshkian made the remarks in an interview published on his offices website on Friday, defending the governments decision to

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has reaffirmed its backing for FIFA President Gianni Infantino after the governing body shelved its controversial FIFA Forward Enterprise proposalreports Africa Daily News Desk The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unanimously reaffirmed its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino, backing his leadership despite the controversy surrounding the now-shelved FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) proposal that drew criticism from several football bod