Indonesia has launched a major search operation after a passenger ship capsized in the Java Sea, leaving 129 people missing. More than 600 rescuers are searching the area. Authorities have rescued 108 people, while six others have died. The vessel, Virgo Transport 8, was carrying 243 people when it lost contact during severe weather early… Continue reading Indonesia Passenger Ship Capsizes, 129 Missing
BRICS leaders have agreed on a joint declaration at their 2026 summit in New Delhi, according to sources familiar with the negotiations. The agreement marks an important diplomatic step for the expanding bloc as its members seek to demonstrate unity on major global issues. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is hosting the summit, said… Continue reading BRICS 2026 Agrees Joint Declaration in Test of Unity
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in New Delhi on Saturday for the BRICS summit and talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The visit marks Xi’s first trip to India in nearly seven years. It also comes as the two Asian powers work to rebuild relations after years of military and diplomatic tensions. India welcomed… Continue reading Xi Jinping India Visit Begins With BRICS Summit
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi ahead of the 2026 BRICS summit, where wars and economic tensions are expected to dominate discussions. The 11-member group will meet as conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East continue to reshape global politics. Trade disruption, energy security and the future of international finance will also feature… Continue reading Putin India BRICS Summit Begins Amid Wars
India’s government has told the Supreme Court that it is open to tougher red warnings on packaged food. The move could significantly affect the country’s huge food and beverage industry. It also follows growing pressure from health experts for clearer warnings about unhealthy ingredients. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) had proposed… Continue reading India Food Warnings May Get Stricter
A China cargo ship fire at a Qingdao shipyard has killed 25 people, according to Chinese state media. The blaze broke out on Thursday aboard the foreign-flagged bulk carrier Ocean Melody while the vessel was undergoing maintenance. There were 42 people on board when the fire started. Rescue teams evacuated 12 people, while five others… Continue reading China Cargo Ship Fire Kills 25
Pakistan has stepped up efforts to strengthen workplace safety by moving closer to a comprehensive Pakistan National OSH Framework. The federal government, the International Labour Organization (ILO), workers, employers and provincial authorities joined a consultation in Islamabad to refine the proposed national occupational safety and health policy. The initiative aims to reduce workplace deaths, injuries… Continue reading Pakistan National OSH Framework Moves Closer to Finalization
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has decided to form a larger bench to hear a petition challenging the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) planned protest and long march in Islamabad on September 27. IHC Chief Justice Sardar Muhammad Sarfraz Dogar heard the petition filed by citizen Waqas Ahmed. The petitioner has named the police chiefs of all… Continue reading PTI Islamabad March: IHC Forms Larger Bench
The South Korea Hormuz team has traveled to the United Arab Emirates to assess security and operational conditions around the strategically important Strait of Hormuz. The South Korean Defence Ministry said Tuesday that the team left over the weekend. Officials stressed that the mission does not mean Seoul has decided to deploy troops to the… Continue reading South Korea Hormuz Team Assesses Strait Conditions
Nepal’s flood disaster has created an “unprecedented” challenge for rescue teams searching for workers trapped inside Himalayan hydropower tunnels. Australian rescue expert Arnold Dix said multiple operations are now taking place in different locations. Each site presents its own dangers and uncertainty. The disaster began after a glacial and mountain collapse along the China-Nepal border… Continue reading Nepal Tunnel Rescue Faces an ‘Unprecedented’ Challenge
