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India is set to host a crucial Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) meeting, with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio expected to attend. This high-level gathering, involving India, the US, Japan, and Australia, is seen as a strategic move to counter China's influence in the Indo-Pacific. The meeting will likely address critical mineral supply chains and regional security concerns.

During a significant summit in Brussels, global Buddhist leaders and European officials stood united in their commitment to the Tibetan Buddhist community. They highlighted alarm over China's escalating encroachment into Tibetan religious autonomy, especially concerning the future of the Dalai Lama's lineage.

Former Army chief General (retired) Manoj Mukund Naravane has endorsed Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale's call for increased people-to-people contact between India and Pakistan. Naravane believes stronger citizen ties can improve bilateral relations between the two countries, stating common people share similar concerns and have no stake in politics. Hosabale is the RSS number two after Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat.

Iran'Fazli, has expressed support for Chinese President Xi Jinping's "four-point proposal" aimed at ensuring lasting security amid the conflict in West Asia as well as the shared development in the region.

Billionaire Paul Tudor Jones warns the US is dangerously behind in regulating AI, urging immediate action to address the 'deepfakes problem' and mandate digital watermarking. Despite concerns, Jones has increased his AI stock investments, acknowledging the technology's dual nature.

A Chinese think tank quietly asked Anthropic for access to Mythos, its powerful new AI model that can find software vulnerabilities on its own. Anthropic refused, and the White House National Security Council reacted with alarm. With Mythos rattling banks, hospitals and the Pentagon, the request has landed days before Trump meets Xi in Beijing, where AI safety is now on the agenda.

With US now increasingly disinterested in the quadrilateral grouping, does it serve India’s interests to hang on? As Trump & Xi summit today, New Delhi must take a hard call

Anthropic's paper outlines two scenarios for US-China AI leadership by 2028. In one, the US maintains its compute advantage through tightened export controls, leading to democratic AI norms. The other sees China overtaking the US if policymakers fail to act, resulting in authoritarian AI dominance.

As one of Himalaya’s oldest pilgrimage traditions opens for another season, Nepal is asking why India and China are using a route it claims as its own

Trump’s philosophy is often mistaken for the absence of philosophy, but absence can become a system if practised with sufficient confidence. Every problem becomes a deal, every deal becomes a performance, every performance requires a winner, and the winner, ideally before anyone checks the paperwork, is Donald Trump.

Nepal has objected to India and China's plan to conduct the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lipulekh Pass, asserting the territory belongs to Nepal based on the 1816 Treaty of Sugauli. Kathmandu stated it was not consulted and has conveyed its position to both nations, urging them to cease activities in the disputed region.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says the biggest gap in the US-China AI race isn't chips—it's dialogue. Speaking on the Dwarkesh Podcast, Huang argued that American and Chinese AI researchers must talk and agree on what AI should never be used for. He pushed back hard against Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei's call for chip export controls, warning that ceding China's market risks splitting global AI into two competing tech ecosystems.

US President Donald Trump branded Iran's terms for ending the Middle East war "totally unacceptable", raising the possibility of fresh conflict and sending oil prices sharply higher in early Asia trade on Monday. The impasse unnerved global energy markets, with international benchmark Brent crude prices rising 4.65 percent to $99.95 a barrel during Monday morning trade in Asia.

Nepal has officially objected to India resuming the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra through Lipulekh Pass, a territory it claims based on the 1816 Sugauli Treaty. India dismissed these claims as unjustified and historically unfounded, stating Lipulekh has been a long-standing yatra route. This dispute marks a potential test for bilateral ties as both nations prepare for diplomatic discussions.

Chitrangda Singh will star opposite Salman Khan in Maatrubhumi: May War Rest In Peace, playing a simple, devoted woman. She said the role differs from past characters and Sudhir Mishra’s women. The film, inspired by Galwan clashes, awaits a new release date. Teaser released in 2025, with songs already out.

This risky double-game may dent Islamabad’s relations with Beijing, as also cause international humiliation

A diplomatic clash has erupted between Pope Leo XIV and US President Donald Trump over the Iran conflict. The Pope urged de-escalation and highlighted moral and international law concerns, while Trump dismissed his stance as "weak" and "liberal." This tension, reminiscent of historical papal-state conflicts, is also reflected in cinema, showcasing the enduring struggle between religious and political authority.

It’s risky, and Iran has many options to retaliate. Tehran will likely wait and watch, to test US resolve & patience. But if Washington keeps choking Iranian shipping, it also sets up potential confrontation with China

China is set to resume direct flights to more Taiwanese cities. Imports of Taiwanese aquaculture products will also restart. These moves follow talks between Chinese and Taiwanese leaders. Beijing aims to establish a communication mechanism with Taiwan's Kuomintang party. Trade restrictions are being eased. Infrastructure proposals are also being advanced.

The White House denied formally requesting a ceasefire extension with Iran, despite ongoing diplomatic engagements. While cautiously optimistic about a deal, the US has made its "red lines" clear. Meanwhile, Pakistan's army chief visited Tehran with a potential new framework for talks, following previous negotiations that stalled over key issues like Iran's nuclear program.

The Middle East conflict creates strategic space for China's influence expansion in Asia as US attention diverts. Historical patterns show China increasing activity in the South China Sea and near Taiwan during US focus on other global crises. These calibrated actions, below escalation thresholds, alter the regional strategic environment.

China's secret nuclear expansion in Sichuan, revealed by satellite imagery, signals a significant jump in its production capabilities. This build-up, including new high-security complexes, directly impacts India's strategic balance and exposes gaps in global nuclear governance. The developments raise concerns of a renewed arms race as rules appear to be applied unevenly.

Actress Alanna Ubach, who played Serena McGuire in 'Legally Blonde,' fondly recalls the film's enduring success and fan recognition, especially for her iconic 'I got bangs' line. She shared her surprise at the movie's eventual fame and her close friendship with co-star Reese Witherspoon, noting their initial doubts about playing younger characters.

BIMTECH's annual Hermes' Dialogue 6.0 concluded with IIM Rohtak's Team LeBroom winning the national-level competition. The event, themed on energy independence and global security amid geopolitical uncertainty, saw participation from premier business schools and simulated UN/G20 deliberations. Team Magnus from FORE School of Management and Team Strategy from Shri Ram College of Commerce secured second and third positions respectively.

Pakistan has formally demanded Afghanistan's Taliban administration declare the TTP a terrorist group, dismantle its infrastructure, and provide verifiable proof of action. These demands, conveyed during China-brokered talks in Urumqi, are central to Pakistan's stance amid ongoing border tensions and security concerns. While dialogue continues, Pakistan emphasizes no policy shift, stressing the need for visible action against militants.