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Taiwan plans to boost defence spending by USD 40 billion to counter China's 'provocations'

Taipei, Nov. 26 -- Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te has announced plans to propose a supplementary defence budget of USD 40 billion. In an op-ed in the Washington Post, Lai said Taiwan is committed t... Read More


MAGA vs America First threatens Trump's agenda

India, Nov. 26 -- Nearly 10 months after returning him to the White House, Donald Trump's MAGA coalition is beginning to show signs of strain. For the first time, the President, who kept his movement ... Read More


After US-Saudi pact, new West Asia in the making

India, Nov. 26 -- The recent visit of Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) to Washington marks a definitive turning point in both the regional and global order. Coming at a period of intense g... Read More


Seema Biswas Revisits Goa With 'Khoya Paya', Reflects on Her Deep Bond With the State

Goa, Nov. 26 -- Dolcy D'Cruz From 'Bandit Queen's Phoolan Devi to 'Khamoshi: The Musical's Flavy Braganza to Mary in Soul Curry, Seema Biswas plays each rememberable character with excellence. In Goa... Read More


When Japan speaks, China reacts - the unintended consequences of Starlink over Taiwan - Phar Kim Beng and Chin Jit Kai

Kuala Lampur, Nov. 26 -- When Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae declared in the Diet that "Taiwan's survival is directly connected to Japan's own security," she triggered more than a diplomatic ripple. Sh... Read More


India examining Dhaka's extradition request for Sheikh Hasina: MEA

India, Nov. 26 -- India is examining a request from Dhaka for the extradition of former premier Sheikh Hasina, who was convicted of crimes against humanity while cracking down on student-led protests ... Read More


Vietnam, Sri Lanka expand cooperation in potential, priority areas

Colombo, Nov. 26 -- Vietnamese Ambassador to Sri Lanka Trinh Thi Tam met Dr Dammika Patabendi, Sri Lankan Minister of Environment and Chairman of the Sri Lanka-Vietnam Parliamentary Friendship Group, ... Read More


White House Rejects Reports Trump Is Considering Removing FBI Director Kash Patel

Afghanistan, Nov. 26 -- The White House firmly denied reports that President Donald Trump is weighing the removal of FBI Director Kash Patel, dismissing the claims as entirely unfounded. The U.S. Pre... Read More


American farmers want more access to Vietnamese market: official

Hanoi, Nov. 26 -- The US is seeking greater access to the Vietnamese market, Under Secretary of Agriculture for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs in the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Luke J... Read More


Goa on Edge: Armed Gang Attempts Midnight Break-In at Chaudi Jewellery Shop Days After Baina Dacoity

Goa, Nov. 26 -- Barely a week after the brutal dacoity at Baina, Goa has been jolted yet again - this time by a daring late-night attempt by an armed gang to break into a jewellery shop in Chaudi, Can... Read More