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Xi Heads To Washington For Trump Talks

Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit Washington from September 23 to 25 for talks with US President Donald Trump….reports Asian Lite News Desk Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to visit the United States from September 23 to 25 at the invitation of US President Donald Trump, with trade, artificial intelligence and export controls among the issues expected to feature in talks between the two leaders. The state visit will also bring some of the biggest names in American technology and business to the White House, with Google chief executive Sundar Pichai, Tesla and SpaceX chief Elon Musk and Amazon

Trump open to meeting Iranian President in New York

Donald Trump says he could meet Iran’s president at the UN as Washington weighs its next move and Tehran sets conditions for reopening Hormuz, reports London Daily News Desk US President Donald Trump has said he is open to meeting Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in New York this week, as Washington weighs its next move in the escalating conflict with Tehran. Trump told Fox News he was in “deciding mode” on Iran and warned that “very big things” were coming, while leaving

Imran Sisters Detained Ahead Of PTI March

Imran Khan’s sisters Uzma Khan and Noreen Niazi have been detained for

Nepal Sets Up Climate Diplomacy Division Amid Disaster Risk

Nepal has established a dedicated Environment Diplomacy Division as the country faces

Bangladesh Measles Death Toll Crosses 1,000

Four more suspected measles deaths have been reported in Bangladesh, taking the

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The 100% Tariff Threat

UK national Jagtar Johal granted bail in India

Trump claims permanent Greenland deal

India, Thailand Seek Stronger Trade

India, New Zealand FTA Nears Takeoff

US Targets South African Officials

Africa’s China Trade Test

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77 Years On, Tibetans Still Don’t Trust China

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US blocks Abbas from UN meeting again

The US has again denied Mahmoud Abbas a visa for the UN General Assembly, prompting Palestinian condemnation and raising fresh questions over diplomatic access,

New Zealand Approves FTA With India, Tariffs To Drop

New Zealand’s Parliament has approved legislation needed to implement its free trade agreement with India. …reports Asian Lite News Desk New

BRICS RISING

India’s BRICS presidency puts the Global South’s development needs centre stage, advancing digital infrastructure, finance, trade, sustainability and a stronger

Iran nuclear chief barred from Vienna meeting

Iran has accused the US of pressuring Austria to block its nuclear chief from attending the IAEA’s annual conference in

World Needs Peace From Gaza to Ukraine, Says UN Chief

Guterres says peace is essential for achieving inclusive global growth and sustainable development….reports Asian Lite News Desk United Nations Secretary-General

BRICS adopts New Delhi Declaration unanimously

Prime Minister Narendra Modi says the New Delhi Declaration gives an expanded BRICS a stronger purpose, with cooperation focused on

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UK and India Turn AI on Digital Fraud

Britain and India will deepen telecoms cooperation, using AI, shared expertise and stronger networks to tackle increasingly sophisticated online fraud and scams across borders….reports

Yorkshire’s Biggest Navratri Garba Returns

Yorkshire’s biggest Garba celebration returns to Leeds with six nights of dance, music, food and cultural traditions bringing generations together

Vijay’s Big London Pitch Pays Off

Vijay’s London meetings bring fresh investment interest in automobiles and renewable energy as Tamil Nadu steps up its global outreach….reports

Waqf Fund buys Solihull property to fund humanitarian projects

The Waqf Fund has bought a £1.9 million Solihull retail property, with annual rental income supporting humanitarian projects through its

OSUK 2026: Odisha and Punjab unite in a celebration of culture, heritage and seva

Manchester convention showcases India’s diversity, bringing Odia, Punjabi and Sikh traditions together under one roof, Rahul Laud reports MANCHESTER: Odisha

Surinderella: British South Asian magic gets a pantomime makeover

A desi twist on Cinderella brings Bhangra, Bollywood, comedy and magic to stages across the UK as Rifco Theatre Company

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Airbus delivers first jet from new China line

Airbus has delivered the first A320neo from its second Tianjin assembly line, expanding production capacity as China’s aviation market continues to grow, reports Asian Lite News Desk Airbus has delivered the first

Hong Kong retains global finance crown in Asia

Hong Kong retains third place in the latest global financial centres index, leading Asia-Pacific while ranking first worldwide in fintech and financial sector development, reports Asian Lite News Desk Hong Kong has retained its position as the world’s third-largest financial

Oracle cuts jobs as AI spending surges

The move follows a substantial reduction in Oracle’s workforce during the company’s

India Remittances Surge Over Decade

Digital connectivity has strengthened these links by allowing migrants to share knowledge

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Hrithik’s Cameo Steals Alpha Trailer

Directed by Shiv Rawail, Alpha is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on July 3. The teaser of the film was released on June 10,

Remembering SSR: Masterpieces Worth Rewatching

His debut in Kai Po Che introduced him as Ishaan, a passionate former cricketer mentoring a young talent. The performance showcased raw intensity and

Janhvi Loves Films of the 1980s Era

Janhvi made her acting debut in 2018 with the romantic drama Dhadak. Since then, she has appeared in films including Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil

Kohli, Anushka Celebrate RCB Triumph

Anushka Sharma celebrated Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s IPL victory with a heartfelt social media post featuring a kiss on Virat Kohli’s forehead as he held

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‘Give Me The Rifle, I’ll See The Degree Later’

From rented rifles and limited resources to the national squad, Niraj’s journey has been driven by an Olympic dream….reports India Daily News Desk When

Smriti Eyes Consistency, Shafali Changes Mindset

Smriti Mandhana says India’s dominant win over Sri Lanka offers a much-needed confidence boost after recent T20 struggles…reports India Daily News Desk India openers

Pakistan Captain Fatima Sana Sanctioned for Gesture Against India

Pakistan captain receives a 10 per cent match-fee fine and a demerit point for a gesture following Shafali Verma’s dismissal….reports Asian Lite News Desk

England Pacers On The Rise

The latest jump means Robinson has gained 22 places since the start of the series….reports Asian Lite News Desk England fast bowlers Ollie Robinson

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UN Chief Warns Of Frontier AI Risks

UN human rights chief Volker Turk has warned that rapidly advancing frontier AI could create unprecedented risks for fundamental rights and societies…reports Asian Lite News Desk United Nations human rights chief Volker Turk has called for urgent action to address