Torrential rainfall, flash floods in Pakistan kill 234 people

IANS | July 23, 2025 2:28 PM

Islamabad, July 23 (IANS) As torrential rainfall continues to wreak havoc across Pakistan, at least 234 people have lost their lives, and 596 have been injured since the onset of monsoon in the South Asian nation, local media reported on Wednesday.

Japan will pay 15 pc 'reciprocal' tariffs under trade deal: Trump

IANS | July 23, 2025 9:56 AM

Washington, July 23 (IANS) US President Donald Trump said his administration will impose 15 per cent "reciprocal" tariffs on Japanese products, 10 percentage points lower than what was previously announced, as he touted a "massive" trade deal with the Asian ally.

B'desh: Awami League slams interim govt's crackdown on jet crash protestors

IANS | July 23, 2025 9:39 AM

Dhaka, July 23 (IANS) Bangladesh’s Awami League has strongly condemned the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus for launching a harsh crackdown on anti-government protests that erupted following the recent tragic plane crash in Dhaka. According to local media reports, at least 75 students were injured during the police action and were subsequently treated at Dhaka Medical College Hospital.

PM Modi to embark on two-nation tour of UK, Maldives today

IANS | July 23, 2025 6:46 AM

New Delhi, July 23 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a two-nation tour of the UK and the Maldives on Wednesday, marking a significant diplomatic engagement aimed at bolstering strategic partnerships and regional cooperation.