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Thursday, January 8, 2026
TopicJoe Biden

Topic: Joe Biden

Modi suffering ‘memory loss like former US president,’ says Rahul Gandhi at Maharashtra poll rally

Referring to Biden mistakenly referring to Ukrainian president as Putin, Rahul Gandhi said Modi has ‘memory loss’, might say in next rally that Congress leader is against caste census.

Trump & Biden discuss Ukraine, Middle East. White House assures ‘smooth transfer of power’

The 'cordial' meeting lasted two hours. Outgoing First Lady Jill Biden joined the two men, while Melania Trump 'could not attend' the meeting.

Biden Announces $3 Billion for Cleaner Ports

The investment aims to upgrade port operations and infrastructure to cleaner equipment, resulting in cleaner air for port workers and nearby communities.

Biden meets Slovenian PM, discuss clean energy and advanced technologies

The US President thanked his counterpart for facilitating the release of Americans detained in Russia.

Joe Biden, Kamala Harris say Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar’s death can help end Gaza war

However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, speaking after the operation that killed the Hamas leader in the southern Gaza Strip, said the war would go on.

Biden congratulates Japanese group for winning Nobel Peace Prize

Nihon Hidankyo was recognized for its efforts to raise awareness about the catastrophic consequences of nuclear weapons.

Don’t believe there will be an ‘all-out war’ in Middle East, can avoid it, says US President Joe Biden

Biden said Thursday that a lot needs to be done to avoid such a war. 'We have already helped Israel. We are going to protect Israel,' he asserted.

Biden directs US military to shoot down Iranian missiles targeting Israel

Iran fired over 100 missiles targeting Israeli civilians as Hezbollah strikes intensify. The firing came after Israel said its troops had launched ground raids into Lebanon

Hurricane Helene kills at least 90 in US; homes and memories washed away

‘It’s tragic,’ says Biden as damage estimates ranged from $15 billion to more than $100 billion, as water systems, communications and critical transportation routes were affected.

Ahead of election, US House of Representatives condemns Biden-Harris over withdrawal from Afghanistan

The resolution was passed in the US House of Representatives by a 219-194 vote. Ten Democrat lawmakers voted in favour.

On Camera

How artificial intelligence is reshaping terrorism and state security risks

Terrorist groups are increasingly using AI for propaganda, recruitment and attacks, forcing states to rethink security strategies.

2025 marked key point in India’s power sector: Clean energy surge pushed coal power into rare decline

Coal-based power generation fell 3% in 2025 while renewable capacity surged to 40% of India’s installed power mix, according to India Power Sector Review 2025 by CREA.

Bangladesh-Pakistan look to expand ties to defence procurement as Dhaka shows ‘interest’ in JF-17s

Pakistan military said it has assured Bangladesh of fast-tracked delivery of Super Mushshak trainer aircraft during high level defence meet held Tuesday.

A year-end Mea Culpa in National Interest—The Army-Islam combo doesn’t kill democracy

Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.