Nepal reviews China-backed projects amid concerns over delays and influence

Kathmandu: Nepal’s new government has begun reviewing several infrastructure agreements signed with China, amid growing concerns over delays, execution gaps, and broader strategic implications.

According to an analysis by the Institute…

Nepal stuck in asymmetrical economic ties with China

New Delhi: Nepal is facing an ever-widening trade deficit with China as it imports goods such as electronics, machinery, vehicles and textiles from the neighbouring country, while its exports, in return, are a small fraction of this amount, an…

Iran FM Araghchi to Share War-End Viewpoints During Regional Talks

Tehran/Islamabad — Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi is set to outline Tehran’s position on ending the conflict involving the United States and Israel during his ongoing diplomatic tour, according to reports.

Leading…

Trump Warns of Renewed Strikes on Iran, Says Deal Not Urgent

Washington — US President Donald Trump has indicated that the United States could resume military action against Iran if ongoing negotiations fail, while making it clear he is in no hurry to finalise a deal.

Speaking after weeks of conflict,…

Transport Ban Sparks Food and Fuel Shortages in Islamabad, Rawalpindi

Islamabad — A suspension of goods transport has led to shortages of essential food items and fuel in Pakistan’s twin cities, Islamabad and Rawalpindi, with traders and transporters urging authorities to immediately reopen key routes.

Trump Extends Iran Ceasefire Unilaterally Amid Stalled Talks

New York — Donald Trump has announced an indefinite extension of the ceasefire with Iran, just hours before it was set to expire, despite Tehran refusing to participate in a second round of negotiations.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump…

Nepal Home Minister Sudan Gurung resigns amid financial controversy

Kathmandu — Sudan Gurung stepped down from his post on Wednesday after facing mounting scrutiny over his financial dealings and alleged business links.

Gurung, who had emerged as a prominent face of Nepal’s Gen-Z political movement…

Why South Asia Is Turning to India—Not China—During the Fuel Crunch

New Delhi — As tensions in the Middle East disrupt oil supplies and push global prices upward, countries across South Asia are increasingly looking toward India rather than China for immediate energy support. This trend is highlighted in a recent…

US-Iran talks on edge as tensions rise and ceasefire deadline nears

Washington — Efforts to revive dialogue between the United States and Iran appear to be losing momentum, as uncertainty clouds the next round of peace talks and Donald Trump adopts a tougher public stance ahead of a looming ceasefire deadline.

Iran won’t negotiate under threat, says envoy amid fragile ceasefire

Washington: Iran has reiterated that it will not engage in negotiations under pressure, as diplomatic efforts with the United States remain uncertain.

Iran’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, said in a post on X that talks…