From sceptic to negotiator: JD Vance leads US-Iran talks- why Trump chose him
US Vice President JD Vance is now leading critical talks with Iran. This assignment comes with significant political and diplomatic risks. Vance himself stated he pushed for involvement, believing he could make a difference. Despite differing views on nuclear enrichment, the US and Iran are engaged in these crucial discussions.
The Times of India
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‘It’s over’: Family of NYPD officer Gerard Carter finds closure as killer dies in prison after 25 years
A man convicted of killing an NYPD housing officer in 1998 has died in prison after serving more than two decades behind bars, bringing a sense of closure to the victim’s family.
The Times of India
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'I'm fed up': Why mild annoyance at Donald Trump might not help Keir Starmer politically
Trump has treated the UK the way he has treated Europe, NATO and anyone else he thinks is not carrying its water. Starmer, in contrast, has tried to draw a line. He has said Britain will not repeat the “mistakes of Iraq” and will act only on a “lawful basis”.…
The Times of India
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Indian-origin techie says ‘network’ helped his laid-off mother land a job with one LinkedIn message
A sudden job loss turned into a swift comeback for the mother of an Indian-origin tech executive, after a single LinkedIn message helped her secure a new role within days.
The Times of India
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Highest surge since US-Iran war: Three vessels transit Strait of Hormuz in a day
Two Chinese supertankers are transiting the Strait of Hormuz amidst US-Iran peace talks and a temporary ceasefire. This marks a significant day for oil exiting the region, though still below pre-conflict levels. An Indian LPG tanker also passed through, signaling a potential easing of trade disruptions.
The Times of India
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'Waiting for you': Trump says empty tankers heading to US, flaunts oil, gas reserves amid Iran talks
President Donald Trump highlighted America's vast oil and gas reserves, asserting they surpass the combined output of the next two leading nations, boasting superior quality. Meanwhile, delegations from the US and Iran, including key diplomats and envoys, arrived in Islamabad for crucial peace talks concerning the Middle East conflict.
The Times of India
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‘The deadliest blob on Earth’: Why Chornobyl’s 2000-kilogram Elephant’s Foot still can’t be destroyed
Beneath the ruins of Reactor 4 at Chornobyl, there is a hidden but very dangerous nuclear mass called the Elephant's Foot. The mass is made of Corium, a mixture of molten lava, including uranium, zirconium, and concrete, created by the 1986 disaster. The radiation levels were so high that a…
The Times of India
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Hormuz, assets release & more: What's on US, Iran truce talks agenda?
High-level talks are underway in Pakistan between US and Iranian delegations. The discussions aim to secure a ceasefire and find a path to lasting peace. Key points on the agenda include the situation in Lebanon, control of the Strait of Hormuz, Iran's nuclear program, and sanctions relief. Troop withdrawal from…
The Times of India
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US denies Iranian claim of agreeing to unfreeze assets amid talks
The White House has denied reports of an agreement to release Iran's frozen $6 billion in foreign banks, a claim made by a senior Iranian source amid ongoing ceasefire negotiations.
The Times of India
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'No deal’ if ‘Israel first’: Iran draws red line before US talks, says outcome hinges on ‘America First’ approach
High-level Iranian and US delegations are in Islamabad for critical talks aimed at stabilizing a fragile ceasefire. Iran's Vice President stated a deal hinges on meeting 'America First' representatives, warning against 'Israel First' engagement. Prime Minister Sharif called the negotiations 'make or break,' with a 15-day window for a diplomatic…
The Times of India
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