The United States is intensifying diplomatic pressure on India to halt purchases of Russian oil , linking the issue closely to ongoing U.S.–India trade negotiations . The discussions come at a time when Washington is seeking to tighten economic constraints on Russia while strengthening strategic and commercial ties with India. The situation highlights how energy policy, trade agreements, and geopolitics are increasingly intertwined , with major economies navigating competing priorities in a rapidly shifting global landscape. Since the start of the war in Ukraine, Russia has faced extensive Western sanctions targeting its energy sector. While many European countries reduced or eliminated Russian oil imports, India significantly increased its purchases, taking advantage of discounted prices. From Washington’s perspective, these purchases: Provide Russia with continued revenue Undermine the intended economic impact of sanctions Complicate efforts to isolate Moscow econom...

  In an extraordinary feat of endurance, mental strength, and human resilience, Khileri has set a world record by spending 24 consecutive hours on the summit of Mount Elbrus without supplemental oxygen . The achievement, carried out in one of the most hostile high-altitude environments on Earth, has captured global attention not only for its physical difficulty, but for the deeply personal story behind it. Khileri described the moment as the culmination of “eight years of pain” , a journey marked by injury, loss, and perseverance — transformed into a historic achievement on Europe’s highest peak. Why Mount Elbrus Is So Dangerous Rising 5,642 meters (18,510 feet) above sea level in Russia’s Caucasus Mountains, Mount Elbrus is notorious for: Extreme cold and high winds Sudden weather changes Low oxygen levels Whiteout conditions and avalanche risk At that altitude, oxygen levels are roughly 50% of those at sea level , making prolonged exposure without supplementa...

  ndian health authorities say they have successfully contained a recent outbreak of the deadly Nipah virus , even as several Asian countries intensify health screenings and surveillance measures to prevent cross-border spread. The announcement comes amid heightened global vigilance over infectious diseases with high fatality rates and no specific cure. Officials emphasized that swift containment efforts, aggressive contact tracing, and public cooperation were key to stopping further transmission, while neighboring countries moved quickly to strengthen airport and border monitoring. The Nipah virus (NiV) is a zoonotic virus that can spread from animals to humans and, in some cases, from human to human. First identified in the late 1990s, Nipah is known for: High mortality rates , often between 40% and 75% Severe respiratory illness Encephalitis (brain inflammation) No approved antiviral cure Fruit bats are considered the natural host, with outbreaks often linked ...

  India and the European Union have announced a historic free trade agreement (FTA) that will reshape global commerce and affect nearly two billion people across Europe and South Asia. The deal, years in the making, represents one of the most ambitious trade accords signed in recent decades and signals a major shift in global economic alignment. Officials from both sides described the agreement as a strategic breakthrough, designed to boost economic growth, reduce trade barriers, and strengthen cooperation at a time of geopolitical uncertainty and supply-chain realignment. Once fully implemented, the agreement is expected to significantly expand trade in goods, services, technology, and investment flows between the two economic blocs. The India–EU free trade deal aims to eliminate or reduce tariffs on a wide range of goods and services while establishing common standards for trade facilitation, intellectual property, and dispute resolution. Key areas covered by the agreement...