Category: World
From diplomatic negotiations and conflict zones to trade deals, climate challenges, and technological breakthroughs, Arabian Post provides balanced reporting that connects global events with regional implications. With a dedicated focus on accuracy and context, our world news section highlights the voices of policymakers, experts, and communities directly affected by international change.
Not Against All Kukis, Says Arambai Tenggol Leader Munindro Mangang
By Rabindra Nath Sinha There has been a hardening of postures of the two warring sides in Manipur since Union home minister Amit Shah issued certain strongly-worded directives after a security situation review meeting on March 1.This meeting was attended, among others, by Governor Ajay Bhalla, who SpaceX’s Starship Disintegrates Mid-Flight, Scattering Debris Over Caribbean
SpaceX's ambitious Starship program encountered a significant setback as its eighth test flight ended in failure. The spacecraft disintegrated minutes after launch from Boca Chica, Texas, scattering debris over the Caribbean. This incident marks the second failure for the Starship vehicle within a span of six weeks, raising concerns about the program's trajectory and safety protocols. The test flight commenced at 5:30 p.m. CST, with the Super Heavy booster performing nominally during the initial ascent. Following stage separation, the booster executed
China Prepares Itself For Big Battle To Challenge Trump Doctrine On Global Order
By Nitya Chakraborty How is China, the second largest economic and military power of the world after the United States is planning to confront the second term U.S. President Donald Trump’s resurgence disrupting the so long established global order to impose his total domination White House Engages in Unprecedented Direct Negotiations with Hamas
In a historic shift, the White House has confirmed that U.S. officials are engaging in direct talks with Hamas, aiming to secure the release of American hostages held in Gaza. This development marks a departure from the longstanding U.S. policy of avoiding direct negotiations with the group designated as a terrorist organization since 1997. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt acknowledged these discussions, stating, "These are ongoing talks and discussions; I'm not going to detail them here, as there are American
Modi Govt Is A Semi-Fascist Regime With Strong Tendencies Towards Full Fascism
By Dr. Sobhanlal Datta Gupta A controversy has erupted centring around CPI(M)’s position expressed in the Draft Political Resolution for the ensuing 24th Party Congress that the present Narendra Modi Government is not fascist, but marked by fascist tendencies. This stand has been subjected to Indian Startups Poised to Lead in Cutting-Edge Tech Innovation
The role of India’s emerging deep-tech ecosystem is gaining global recognition, especially in fields where cutting-edge technology is required to meet the rapidly evolving demands of
Europe Rethinks Defense Amid Potential U.S. NATO Withdrawal
European nations are accelerating defense initiatives in response to concerns over the United States' commitment to NATO under President Donald Trump. French President Emmanuel Macron has urged European Union members to increase defense spending to between 3% and 3.5% of GDP, citing the necessity for Europe to assume greater responsibility for its security. The European Commission, led by Ursula von der Leyen, has proposed an €800 billion "REARM Europe" plan to bolster the continent's defense capabilities. This proposal includes a
Russia Steps In to Facilitate US-Iran Nuclear Dialogue
Russia has agreed to assist the United States in communicating with Iran regarding Tehran's nuclear programme and its support for regional anti-U.S. proxies. This development follows a direct request from U.S. President Donald Trump to Russian President Vladimir Putin during a phone call in February, as reported by Bloomberg. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed Moscow's willingness to mediate, stating that Russia believes the United States and Iran should resolve all problems through negotiations and is ready to do everything in its
Trump Throws A Challenge To Europe – Accept My Peace Deal Or Get Lost
By Nitya Chakraborty The U.S. President Donald Trump has fired his missile on Europe, especially, France, UK and Germany by suspending arms aid to Ukraine after categorically making it clear that President Zelensky has to agree to the peace and security deal proposed US Markets Plummet as President Trump Enforces Tariffs on Canada and Mexico
US financial markets experienced significant declines on Monday, March 3, 2025, following President Donald Trump's confirmation that 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico would commence on Tuesday, March 4. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by 649 points, closing at 43,191.24—a 1.5% decrease. The S&P 500 Index dropped 1.8% to 5,849.72, and the Nasdaq Composite declined 2.6% to 18,350.19. The President's announcement ended investor hopes for a postponement or cancellation of the tariffs, which had been previously delayed
Indo-US Commerce Deal May Help India Escape From Chinese Trade Trap
By Nantoo Banerjee If the United States of America is the provider of the largest trade surplus to India year after year, there is no reason for India to impose unreasonable tariffs on merchandise imported from its best trading partner. In fact, the import tariff should Tel Aviv Demonstrations Intensify Amid Ceasefire Tensions
Thousands of Israelis converged on Tel Aviv's Hostages Square on Saturday, demanding the immediate release of hostages held by Hamas as the initial phase of the Gaza ceasefire concluded without a clear path forward. The demonstrators, comprising families of captives and supporters, voiced frustration over the stalled negotiations and the uncertain fate of their loved ones. The 42-day truce, which began on January 19, halted 15 months of intense conflict between Israel and Hamas. During this period, 33 Israeli hostages, including
AI Revolution Signals End of Traditional Indian IT Business Model
Vijayakumar highlighted that the traditional model, characterized by a linear scaling
Is Europe Looking For A New Leader Of Free World After Trump-Zelenskyy Spat?
By Nitya Chakraborty Is the global geopolitics moving a full circle after 80 years since the end of the Second World War in 1945? The question is now extremely relevant after the world saw on Friday in TV channels the unprecedented spat between the How The Opposition Combo INDIA Bloc Has Been Failing The Country’s People?
By Nitya Chakraborty Democratic rights activist Jagdeep S. Chhokar in his recent piece in the news portal The Wire mentions of his four conclusions on the state of Indian polity in the present stage after the BJP sweep in Delhi assembly polls. His four concluding Madhya Pradesh Tourism Sector Witnessing A Transformation
By Raju Kumar BHOPAL: Madhya Pradesh, often referred to as the “Heart of India,” is renowned for its rich historical, cultural, and natural heritage. The state government has implemented various initiatives to develop the tourism sector and attract investments. The Global Investors Summit 2025 in Bhopal has raised hopes for Escalating Use of GLP-1 Drugs Among Youth Raises Long-Term Safety Concerns
The use of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists , such as semaglutide—marketed under brand names like Wegovy and Ozempic—has surged among adolescents and young adults. Between 2020 and 2023, the number of individuals aged 12 to 25 receiving these prescriptions increased from 8,722 to 60,567, marking a 594.4% rise. This trend is particularly pronounced among young women, with a 659.4% increase observed in females aged 18 to 25. Originally developed for type 2 diabetes management, GLP-1 RAs have gained popularity for their
Offshore Sand Mining Emerges As Another Centre-States Flashpoint
By K Raveendran Tension is mounting over the Centre’s plan for offshore sand mining, with the issue rapidly evolving into yet another flashpoint between the Modi government and opposition-led coastal states. At the heart of the controversy lies not just the environmental and economic concerns raised by the affected PayPal to Integrate PYUSD Stablecoin into Merchant Payments and Global Payouts
The forthcoming bill payment product will enable merchants to
India Unveils Hyperloop Test Track, Paving the Way for Ultra-Fast Travel
The hyperloop concept, first proposed by Elon Musk in 2013, envisions passenger pods traveling through low-pressure tubes
KIIT Student Death Has Many Lessons For Academic Institutions
By Aditi Jha The tragic death of Prakriti Lamsal, a Nepali B.Tech student at Kalinga Trump Introduces $5 Million ‘Gold Card’ for Wealthy Immigrants
The "Gold Card" is set to replace the existing EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, which required a minimum investment of $800,000 to
USAID In India Issue Is Turning Bizarre With Every Passing Day
By Sushil Kutty External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar never seems to finish his Bybit Restores Full Services in India After Regulatory Approval
This development comes after Bybit faced regulatory challenges earlier this year. On 31 January 2025, the FIU-IND imposed
Tumultuous Beginning Of 8th Delhi Assembly Has Political Ramifications
By Dr. Gyan Pathak 8th Delhi Assembly session had tumultuous session on Tuesday, February 25.. The issue of replacement of Dr B R Ambedkar’s portrait with Prime Minister Narendra YMCrypto Introduces Complimentary Cloud Mining for Bitcoin and Dogecoin Enthusiasts
The platform emphasizes security by partnering with McAfee® and Cloudflare®, ensuring end-to-end encryption and robust protection against potential threats. This collaboration aims to provide users with a
How Can India Seize Opportunity Amidst U.S.-China Trade War
By Dr. Nilanjan Banik The US-China trade war has been a focal point of economic discussions for a significant period, as the world’s two largest economies have imposed tariffs on each other’s goods. The Trump administration imposed 10% tariffs on Chinese imports, while China, in turn, Hasbro’s Digital Gaming Revenue Soars, Driven by Monopoly Go’s $112 Million Contribution
Monopoly Go!, developed by Scopely in collaboration with Hasbro, has emerged as a standout success in the mobile gaming arena. Launched in
Dubai Penalises 159 Firms Dh50,000 Each for Breaching Telemarketing Regulations
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Why Germany’s Election Result Has Many Lessons For European Left
By Nitya Chakraborty The final results of Germany’s national elections held on February 23 are being debated intensively in the global media, especially Dovetail Games Announces Leadership Transition with New Co-CEOs
Gemma Brown, previously the Chief Operating Officer, brings 12 years of experience within the company. Rob O'Farrell, formerly the Chief Development Officer, has dedicated 11 years to Dovetail Games. Their combined
New Fellowship Offers Students a Chance to Shape India’s Tech Future
A new initiative, the Build for Bharat Fellowship, has been launched in India, offering students the opportunity to directly contribute to public governance through technology. The fellowship, aimed at early-career technologists, focuses on leveraging students’ skills to tackle some of India’s most pressing public challenges while strengthening the country’s digital systems.
With a deadline set
Greenpeace Faces $300 Million Lawsuit Over Dakota Access Pipeline Protests
A high-stakes civil trial commenced today in Mandan, North Dakota, as Energy Transfer, the developer behind the Dakota Access Pipeline, seeks $300 million in damages from environmental organization Greenpeace USA. The lawsuit alleges that Greenpeace engaged in defamation, trespassing, and incitement of criminal activities during the 2016-2017 protests against the pipeline's construction. Energy Transfer contends that Greenpeace disseminated misleading information about the pipeline's environmental impact and safety, leading to significant financial losses and reputational damage. The company asserts that Greenpeace's actions
India’s Tech Industry Set to Surpass $300 Billion in FY26 Amidst Robust Growth
