World & Foreign Affairs (विश्व एवं विदेश नीति)

Bangladesh Foreign Secretary Asad Alam Siam set to be next High Commissioner to India

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‘Cleared SIR, voted’: Woman moves High Court after husband detained over illegal Bangladesh immigrant suspicion

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US Fed effects first rate hike since July 2023 to 3.75-4.00% range

The U.S. Federal Reserve raised its benchmark overnight rate by a quarter point to a 3.75%-4.00% target range, marking its first hike since July 2023. The move, announced by new Fed chair Kevin Warsh, signals a continued tightening path amid persistent inflation pressures.

ICE arrests Indian truck driver

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested Indian national Simranpal Singh at a Pennsylvania weigh station on September 4 after discovering he held a New York‑issued commercial driver’s licence and an outstanding federal wire‑fraud warrant. He will remain in ICE custody pending transfer to the U.S. Marshals Service and subsequent removal proceedings.

Why can no one win a trade war? WTO warns tariffs and trade blocs could hurt everyone

The World Trade Organization released a report warning that escalating trade wars and the rise of competing trade blocs could cut global GDP by up to 6.9% and shrink exports by nearly 27% by 2050. The analysis highlights that fragmented trade would hurt all economies, especially the poorest nations, while stronger multilateral cooperation could boost growth.

Entry-level engineers outnumber available jobs in talent market: Report

Canada announced it is exploring a closer partnership with the European Union without seeking full membership, focusing on sectors such as energy, AI and defence. Prime Minister Mark Carney said the move aims to diversify ties as trade tensions with the United States rise.

New Zealand announces new work visa route for international students

New Zealand will launch a six‑month Short‑Term Graduate Work Visa for eligible international graduates from 16 November 2026, and will broaden eligibility for its existing Post‑Study Work Visa. The measures, announced by Immigration New Zealand on 10 September, aim to give recent graduates a short‑term pathway to work while they seek longer‑term employment options.

Saudi civil defence says danger has passed in six cities including Yanbu

Saudi civil defence announced that the immediate danger has subsided in six cities, including the Red Sea port of Yanbu, following recent missile attacks. The agency’s statement comes amid heightened tensions after Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia’s western coast.

Xi, Modi reached ‘most important consensus’ that India, China should be partners: Wang Yi

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached their "most important consensus" that China and India should be partners during Xi's two‑day visit to New Delhi for the 18th BRICS summit. The statement followed Modi's pledge of an independent foreign policy and the resumption of regular Guangzhou‑New Delhi flights after a six‑year pause.

Chinese deployment along the LAC drops significantly, says Defence Ministry

India’s Ministry of Defence reported a marked decline in Chinese People's Liberation Army deployments along the Line of Actual Control in 2025. The statement indicates a de‑escalation on the northern front compared with earlier years.

Want to 'reset' ties with India, should be done through bilateral discussions: Bangladesh

Bangladesh’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir urged the country to reset its ties with India through direct bilateral talks, calling for a balanced approach. He warned against an excessive preoccupation with New Delhi and advocated for a more nuanced relationship.

‘Just Another Country’: Bangladesh Says ‘India Fascination’ Needs To End, Seeks Reset Of Ties

Bangladesh announced it will seek to reset its relationship with India, describing the current ties under Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina as uncomfortable and labeling India as “just another country.” The government said it will review 101 bilateral agreements as part of the reset.

One Indian seafarer missing, 13 rescued after attack on commercial vessel off Oman coast: MEA

An attack on a commercial vessel off Oman’s coast left one Indian seafarer missing while 13 of his compatriots were rescued. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs said the embassy is working closely with Omani authorities, who helped bring the rescued crew safely ashore.

From PM Modi-Putin car ride to Pezeshkian hug: 5 unmissable moments of Brics Summit 2026

4 killed in two separate attacks on Kuki settlements in Manipur

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BRICS 2026: Xi Jinping rejects ‘might makes right’ approach, unveils five initiatives for deeper cooperation

At the BRICS 2026 summit, Chinese President Xi Jinping rejected the ‘might makes right’ doctrine and announced five new initiatives to deepen cooperation among member states. He highlighted the collective rise of the Global South as a key driver of world multipolarity while warning of a volatile international environment.

Iranian President Pezeshkian, FM Araghchi meet Hurriyat`s Mirwaiz on BRICS sidelines signaling shift in Tehran-Kashmir dynamics

Iranian President Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Araghchi met Hurriyat leader Mirwaiz on the sidelines of the BRICS summit, indicating a possible shift in Tehran's approach to the Kashmir issue. The encounter underscores Iran’s longstanding interest in the dispute and may affect regional diplomatic dynamics.

Russia hits passenger train on Ukraine's border with Poland, just misses 'diplomatic train'

A Russian strike hit a Ukrainian passenger train near the border with Poland, narrowly missing a diplomatic train traveling the same route. The incident adds to a series of attacks on Ukraine's rail network amid the ongoing conflict.

UN chief Antonio Guterres backs demand for expansion of Security Council

UN Secretary‑General Antonio Guterres endorsed the Global South’s call to expand the UN Security Council at the BRICS summit, highlighting India’s leading role in the demand. The statement was part of a broader push by BRICS leaders for comprehensive UN reform to reflect today’s geopolitical realities.

‘Trust of Global South in BRICS has grown’: PM Narendra Modi

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