India assails Pakistan's 'trade and transit terrorism' against Afghanistan

India assails Pakistan's 'trade and transit terrorism' against Afghanistan

India's Permanent Representative P. Harish told the Security Council on Wednesday (local time), "Such open threats and acts of war against a fragile and vulnerable, LLDC (Land-Locked Developing Country group) nation trying to rebuild in difficult circumstances constitute a blatant violation of the UN Charter and international law." Dec 11, 2025
India 'defining partner of 21st century', key to counter China: US lawmakers urge tie reset

India 'defining partner of 21st century', key to counter China: US lawmakers urge tie reset

Opening a House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on South and Central Asia hearing on the US–India strategic partnership on Wednesday (local time), Chairman Congressman Bill Huizenga said the relationship "is no longer just important. It is a defining relationship of the 21st century", adding that "if America wants a free Indo-Pacific... our partnership with India is critical." Dec 11, 2025
US, India push deeper counterterrorism ties amid Pakistan concerns

US, India push deeper counterterrorism ties amid Pakistan concerns

During the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on South and Central Asia hearing on the US–India strategic partnership here on Wednesday (local time), eminent American experts on South Asia warned that Pakistan's continued use of militant proxies and China's expanding footprint in the region demand deeper alignment between Washington and New Delhi. Dec 11, 2025
Sensex, Nifty open higher amid positive global cues

Sensex, Nifty turn volatile at open amid US Fed rate cut

The Sensex, which began the day slightly higher, soon slipped into the red and was trading at 84,312 during early trade, down 79 points or 0.09 per cent. The Nifty also erased its early gains and inched down to 25,750, lower by 8 points or 0.03 per cent. Dec 11, 2025
Trump unveils Gold Card to retain top foreign talent in US

Trump unveils Gold Card to retain top foreign talent in US

Speaking at a White House roundtable with leading technology CEOs on Wednesday (local time), Trump said the initiative would give firms "certainty" in hiring highly trained international students, many of whom face years-long immigration hurdles despite graduating at the top of their class. Dec 11, 2025
Sensex, Nifty end lower amid volatile trade

Sensex, Nifty slip ahead of US Fed decision

The Sensex fell 275.01 points, or 0.32 per cent, to finish at 84,391.27. The Nifty also slipped 81.65 points, or 0.32 per cent, to settle at 25,758. "Structurally, Nifty continues to face strong supply in the 25,940–26,050 zone, keeping the broader setup range-bound to mildly bullish," market watchers said. Dec 10, 2025