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Jaishankar meets Azerbaijan President to strengthen ties

Friday to discuss strengthening bilateral relations. The visit comes amid renewed diplomatic engagement between the two countries, with officials highlighting historical links and opportunities to expand cooperation…reports Asian Lite News Desk Jaishankar called on Aliyev on October 23 and conveyed greetings from President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In a post on X, the minister said he had discussed ways to strengthen relations between the two countries and appreciated Aliyev’s positive sentiments towards the shared effort. During his visit, Jaishankar is also scheduled to hold talks with his Azerbaijani counterpart to review bilateral ties. The meeting follows the

Philippines Reaffirms One China Policy Amid Diplomatic Row

The Philippines has reaffirmed its One China Policy while criticising the tone of recent social media statements by the Chinese Embassy in Manila…reports Asian Lite News Desk The Philippines has reaffirmed its commitment to the One China Policy while urging Chinese diplomats to exercise restraint in their public statements following a dispute over social media posts by China’s embassy in Manila. In a statement dated 22 October 2026, the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said its policy was anchored in the

China, Iran Mark Decade of Strategic Partnership

Chinese Premier Li Qiang met Iran’s First Vice President Mohammad-Reza Aref in

Bangladesh Inflation Pushes Up to 10 Million Into Poverty

Rising living costs, dwindling savings and mounting household debt are adding to

SEANF Expels Myanmar Junta-Backed Human Rights Commission

The move follows concerns over the commission’s compliance with international standards and

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Millions at Risk as Afghanistan’s Food Crisis Deepens

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‘Unacceptable and Stupid’: Macron Takes Aim at Trump

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UK firms land £330m Africa deals

Pakistan’s Missing Girls Crisis Draws Attention at UN Conference

Rubio Calls UN Experts ‘Oxymoron’ Over India Protests

India, US Push for Early Trade Deal

Oman Sultan’s UK visit puts Gulf security and trade in focus

Indonesia Students Take to Streets Over Costs and Fires

Japan Coalition to Revisit Nuclear Rules and Defence Plans

North Korea vows ‘tit-for-tat’ response to US-led military drills

France to impose fresh curfews as protest unrest continues

Trump warns Zelensky: Make a Russia deal before it’s too late

China Shuts Three Tibetan Schools, Raising Cultural Rights Concerns

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France Protest Network Exposed? Report Identifies 54 Organisations

An investigation has identified 54 organisations it says supported or amplified protests in France…reports Asian Lite News Desk A network of 54 organisations, including

Britain Warns Firms Again as Israeli E1 Settlement Tender Deadline Arrives

Britain threatens sanctions against businesses bidding for Israeli settlement construction in E1, warning the project could undermine Palestinian statehood and

Flydubai captain recalls terrifying co-pilot attack

Flydubai captain Smit Machchhar recounts surviving a co-pilot’s cockpit attack as the aircraft plunged 17,000 feet, prompting passengers and crew

US takes 200 firms into Russia-China backyard

Washington hopes to connect American businesses with companies and governments across the region, creating opportunities for investment and closer economic

Trump’s Russian oil waiver tests US pressure on Moscow

President suspends penalties targeting major buyers of Russian oil despite bipartisan pressure to enforce sanctions, while signalling he would welcome

IMF Warns Global Economy Faces Mounting Risks in 2026

The IMF’s policy-setting committee has warned that wars, trade tensions, energy disruptions and rising public debt threaten global economic stability….reports

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UK, US urged to outgun rivals in new arms race

Defence Secretary Wes Streeting has urged Britain and the US to accelerate weapons production and military innovation as emerging technologies reshape modern warfare….reports Asian

ADHD and Autism at Risk of Over-Diagnosis?

A government review warns of possible over-diagnosis of ADHD and autism in England, urging tighter assessment rules while calling for

Miliband to Putin: ‘You Will Remain a Pariah’

Ed Miliband warns Putin he will remain a pariah as Britain announces £54m in winter aid, fresh sanctions and funding

UK and Germany Ratify Kensington Treaty

Britain and Germany ratify the Kensington Treaty, agreeing new cooperation on AI, quantum research, defence and security while targeting investment,

Britain renames Jerusalem consulate as UK Mission after Israel row

Britain has kept its East Jerusalem diplomatic compound open as a smaller UK Mission after Israel ordered the consulate closed

Why US pulled its bombers from Britain

Donald Trump says threats prompted the US to withdraw B-1 bombers from RAF Fairford, while British authorities investigate an alleged

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Ambani’s Jio launches $3.2bn share sale in India

Jio Platforms, the digital and telecommunications business controlled by Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Industries, has launched a $3.2 billion initial public offering, expected to become India’s largest share sale. The offering comes amid

Philip Morris Warns of Rising Costs From Global Conflicts

The tobacco giant beat third-quarter profit forecasts but warned that Middle East-related inflation and disruptions in Ukraine are increasing costs and could weigh on operating income, reports Asianlite News Desk. Philip Morris International has warned that global conflicts are increasingly

Cyber Chiefs Urge Urgent PHP Security Update

Cybersecurity agencies in the UK, EU and Australia have warned organisations to

US Bans DeepSeek from Government Systems

Washington has barred Chinese AI technology from civilian government agencies, citing wider

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Nana Patekar passes away at 75

Veteran actor Nana Patekar, celebrated for his powerful performances in Hindi and Marathi cinema, has died aged 75 in Goa…reports Asian Lite News Desk

Hrithik’s Cameo Steals Alpha Trailer

Directed by Shiv Rawail, Alpha is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on July 3. The teaser of the film was released on June

Remembering SSR: Masterpieces Worth Rewatching

His debut in Kai Po Che introduced him as Ishaan, a passionate former cricketer mentoring a young talent. The performance showcased raw intensity and

Janhvi Loves Films of the 1980s Era

Janhvi made her acting debut in 2018 with the romantic drama Dhadak. Since then, she has appeared in films including Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil

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‘India’s batting collapse should be an eye-opener’

Deepti and Niki steadied the innings with an 82-run fifth-wicket partnership from 63 balls, turning a precarious chase into a comfortable victory…reports Asian Lite

Australia face Champions Trophy test with T20I shortage

Speaking in Sydney on Saturday ahead of the opening match against New Zealand, Nitschke stressed the importance of the upcoming series despite the gap

Seven Nations Vie To Host 2036 Olympics

Germany, Hungary, India, Qatar, South Africa, Türkiye and the Republic of Korea are in the race as the IOC outlines the road to the

‘That Fire Still Burns in Me’

Pincky Balhara battled a knee injury to win bronze at the Asian Games, but the Indian kurash star says her career is far from

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UK Targets Apple’s Grip on Contactless Payments

The competition watchdog proposes lower fees and easier access to Apple’s payment technology to help digital banks and fintech firms challenge Apple Pay, reports Asianlite News Desk. Britain’s competition regulator has proposed measures to reduce Apple’s dominance in contactless payments,