Global Headlines: From Landslides in India to Diplomatic Tensions Worldwide

Amid the intense monsoon activity in India's Uttarakhand state, rescuers are working tirelessly against blocked roads and relentless rain to reach those affected by floods and landslides. The village of Dharali found itself submerged under a blanket of water, mud, and stones, leaving authorities scrambling to implement rescue efforts.

Meanwhile, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva stands firm against engaging in direct tariff negotiations with U.S. President Donald Trump after the U.S. increased tariffs on Brazilian goods to 50%. Lula, emphasizing local value addition for Brazilian minerals, seeks to defy repeated historical mistakes of raw material exports without value.

Additionally, tensions between world powers are evident as Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi schedules his first China visit in seven years, amid rising friction between India and the United States. These developments highlight the global political landscape characterized by changing alliances and strategic policies.

(With inputs from agencies.)