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Amazon Sued Over Alleged Failure to Refund Consumers After Donald Trump Tariffs Were Struck Down

Seattle / Washington |Amazon is facing a consumer lawsuit over allegations that the company failed to reimburse customers for extra costs linked to tariffs imposed during the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump — tariffs that were later ruled illegal by the Supreme Court of the United States. The lawsuit claims Amazon passed higher import-related … Read more

India–US Trade Talks Gain Momentum as Delegation Holds Key Meetings in Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C. : An Indian delegation concluded a series of high-level meetings with U.S. officials from April 20 to 23, 2026, advancing negotiations on a proposed India–United States Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA), according to a statement released by the Press Information Bureau. The discussions mark a significant step forward in strengthening economic ties between India … Read more

Shillong Teer Gains Digital Momentum: Real-Time Results, Data Tracking, and User Engagement on the Rise

Shillong, Meghalaya — Shillong Teer, a unique archery-based numbers game, is witnessing a surge in popularity as digital platforms transform how users access results and analyze trends. Once dependent on manual updates, participants now rely heavily on online sources for instant, accurate information and structured data insights. Shift Toward Digital Accessibility In recent years, the … Read more

Global Savings Divide Widens: Sweden Tops Rankings While U.S. Lags, OECD Data Shows

The S Bharat  — A new global comparison of household savings rates reveals stark differences in how much people set aside across major economies, with European nations dominating the top ranks while countries like the United States trail far behind. The analysis, based on the latest data from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development … Read more

Nissan Plans AI-Powered Autonomous Driving in 90% of Future Models Amid Global Restructuring

Tokyo, Japan — Nissan Motor Co. announced Tuesday an ambitious push toward artificial intelligence–driven autonomous technology, revealing plans to equip 90% of its future vehicle lineup with next-generation self-driving systems as part of a broader strategy to revive sluggish global sales. The automaker said the new AI-powered autonomous driving technology will debut by the end … Read more

Japan’s Greenhouse Gas Reduction Efforts Slow in Fiscal 2024, Missing Interim Target

Tokyo, Japan — Japan’s progress in cutting greenhouse gas emissions showed signs of slowing in fiscal year 2024, according to government data released Tuesday, raising concerns about the pace of its climate commitments. The country emitted approximately 994 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent during the fiscal year ending March 2025. While this marks … Read more

Putin Offers Mediation as Iran-U.S. Talks Collapse Without Breakthrough

Tehran / Moscow / Islamabad — Russian President Vladimir Putin held a phone conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Sunday, offering Russia’s assistance in advancing peace efforts after high-stakes talks between Iran and the United States ended without an agreement. According to statements from both the Kremlin and the Iranian presidency, the two leaders … Read more

Iran War Enters 24th Day as Trump Claims Talks; Tehran Denies Negotiations

Washington, D.C. / Middle East  — The ongoing war involving the United States, Israel, and Iran entered its 24th day on Monday, with no clear signs of de-escalation as military strikes, threats, and conflicting diplomatic signals continue to intensify tensions across the region. Trump Announces Temporary Pause on Strikes U.S. President Donald Trump said he … Read more

Trump Pauses Iran Strike Threat Amid Ally Warnings, Opens Door to Talks

Washington, D.C.  — Donald Trump has temporarily stepped back from a major escalation with Iran, announcing a five-day pause on threatened strikes against the country’s power infrastructure as diplomatic efforts gain momentum behind the scenes. The decision follows intense private warnings from U.S. allies and Gulf nations, who cautioned that targeting Iran’s civilian energy grid … Read more

Japan Convenience Store Sales Extend Growth Streak in February Despite Dip in Foot Traffic

TOKYO, Japan — Convenience store sales in Japan continued their upward momentum in February, marking the 12th consecutive month of year-over-year growth, according to new data released by the Japan Franchise Association. Total same-store sales across seven major convenience store chains reached ¥868.86 billion (approximately $5.8 billion USD), representing a 1.6% increase compared to February … Read more

North Korea Rejects Japan Summit, Demands Shift in Tokyo’s ‘Anachronistic’ Policies

Seoul, South Korea: Tensions between North Korea and Japan have resurfaced after Kim Yo Jong, the influential sister of leader Kim Jong Un, заявил that a proposed summit between the two nations will not take place unless Japan abandons what she described as its “anachronistic” policies. Her remarks came shortly after Japanese Prime Minister Sanae … Read more

Beijing Shows Keen Interest in India’s New Envoy Vikram Doraiswami, Seen as a ‘China Expert’

Beijing : The appointment of Vikram Doraiswami as India’s next Ambassador to China has sparked notable interest across diplomatic and academic circles in Beijing, signaling expectations of a more nuanced phase in India–China relations. A senior Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer from the 1992 batch, Doraiswami is currently serving as India’s High Commissioner to the … Read more

Trump Urges Restraint as Israel Pledges Not to Strike Key Iranian Gas Field Amid Escalating War

Tel Aviv / Washington  — In a significant development amid intensifying conflict in the Middle East, former U.S. President Donald Trump has urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to avoid targeting a critical Iranian natural gas facility, a move seen as an effort to prevent further disruption to already volatile global energy markets. Israel Holds … Read more

U.S. Urges Global Action Against Iran as Threat Level Rises, Rubio Directs Diplomats to Act Quickly

Washington, D.C., March 17, 2026 — U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has ordered American diplomats worldwide to press foreign governments for swift and coordinated action against Iran and groups aligned with it, citing what the United States describes as an “elevated risk of attack” from Iranian-backed forces. According to a private diplomatic cable obtained, … Read more

Historic Moment at the 98th Academy Awards as Autumn Durald Arkapaw Becomes First Black Woman to Win Best Cinematography

The 98th Academy Awards officially kicked off on March 16, 2026, at the iconic Dolby Theatre, celebrating the best films and cinematic achievements of 2025. The prestigious ceremony, organized by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, honors excellence across 24 competitive categories in filmmaking. One of the biggest highlights of the night was … Read more

North Korea Tests Nuclear-Capable Multiple Rocket Launcher Amid Rising Regional Tensions

Seoul: North Korea has conducted a test of an advanced nuclear-capable multiple rocket launcher system (MRLS), further escalating military tensions in the region. The test took place amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and was detected shortly after neighboring South Korea reported multiple projectile launches. According to the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), the test was … Read more

Pakistan Approves Up to 30% Pay Cut in State Firms Amid Fuel Crisis

Islamabad: The government of Shehbaz Sharif has approved salary cuts of 5% to 30% for employees working in state-owned enterprises (SOEs) and autonomous institutions as Pakistan struggles with a worsening fuel crisis. According to reports from Press Trust of India, the decision was taken during a high-level meeting chaired by Prime Minister Sharif to review … Read more

India Gets Relief Amid West Asia Conflict as Iran Allows Safe Passage for Two Indian Ships

Tehran: In the midst of the escalating conflict in West Asia, India has received a major relief after Iran allowed two Indian vessels carrying liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) to safely pass through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. According to India’s Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Iranian authorities granted permission to the vessels to … Read more

PM Narendra Modi Speaks With Iran’s President, Expresses Concern Over Civilian Deaths Amid Middle East War

New Delhi: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a phone conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Thursday night to discuss the rapidly escalating conflict in the Middle East and its humanitarian impact. During the call, Modi expressed deep concern over rising civilian casualties and damage to civilian infrastructure as tensions continue to grow in … Read more

Iran War Enters Day 14 as Bombings Continue Across Cities; Mojtaba Khamenei Issues First Warning

Tehran: The conflict in the Middle East has intensified as the war involving Iran, Israel, and the United States entered its 14th day, with fresh airstrikes reported in several Iranian cities. According to reports, explosions were heard multiple times overnight in Tehran, the capital of Iran, as American and Israeli forces continued their aerial bombardment … Read more

Mojtaba Khamenei Chosen as Iran’s New Supreme Leader Despite U.S. and Israeli Warnings

Tehran: Iran’s powerful clerical body has appointed Mojtaba Khamenei as the country’s new Supreme Leader, ignoring strong warnings from the United States and Israel. The decision was announced Sunday by the Assembly of Experts, the institution responsible for selecting Iran’s top leader. The 56-year-old cleric is the son of the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, … Read more

Lakshya Sen Reaches All England Open 2026 Semifinals After Defeating World No. 6

Birmingham, United Kingdom: India’s rising badminton star Lakshya Sen delivered an impressive performance to reach the semifinals of the prestigious All England Open Badminton Championships 2026 after defeating China’s world No. 6 Li Shifeng in straight games. The 24-year-old Indian shuttler secured the victory in about one hour, winning 21–13, 21–16 in the men’s singles … Read more

US-Israel Airstrikes Continue in Iran; Trump Claims Iranian Air Force “Eliminated”

Washington / Tehran — Airstrikes by the United States and Israel in Iran entered their seventh consecutive day on Friday, intensifying one of the most serious military confrontations in the Middle East in recent years. According to reports from Iran’s state-linked Fars News Agency, at least 1,230 people have been killed since the military campaign … Read more

U.S. Court Orders Massive Refund of Trump-Era Tariffs, Companies Could Receive $175 Billion Back

New York, U.S. — In a landmark decision that has sent shockwaves through the American business and legal communities, the U.S. Court of International Trade has ruled that companies that paid controversial import tariffs imposed during the administration of Donald Trump may now be entitled to receive billions of dollars in refunds. The ruling was … Read more