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PM Modi, German Chancellor Merz fly kite depicting Lord Hanuman

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Monday participated in the International Kite Festival 2026 at the Sabarmati Riverfront, where the leaders were seen flying a kite depicting Lord Hanuman.

2026-01-12T05:45:28.504523+00:00 IST

PM Modi, German Chancellor inaugurate International Kite Festival

The two leaders participated in the festival as part of Chancellor Merz's first official visit to India, highlighting the blend of cultural celebration and diplomatic engagement between the two nations.

2026-01-12T05:01:29.608852+00:00 IST

PM Modi welcomes German Chancellor Merz to India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday warmly welcomed German Chancellor Friedrich Merz to Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad, marking the German leader's first official visit to India since taking office.

2026-01-12T04:41:47.206506+00:00 IST

Iranian ambassador warns against fake news being peddled

Urging people to be cautious when searching for and consuming information online, in a post on X, he wrote, "The news circulated on some foreign X accounts about Iran's developments, is totally false. I request all interested people to get their news from the reliable sources."

2026-01-12T03:03:25.926136+00:00 IST

German Chancellor Merz arrives in India to meet PM Modi today

Merz, who arrived in Ahmedabad earlier today, is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi later in the day, marking a significant milestone in India-Germany relations as both nations mark 75 years of diplomatic relations and 25 years of their Strategic Partnership.

2026-01-12T03:01:58.325108+00:00 IST

Taiwan detects 5 PLAN vessels, 4 PRC balloons, 1 official ship

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence said on Monday that it recorded the presence of 5 PLAN vessels and 1 official ship operating around its territory.

2026-01-12T01:26:28.502780+00:00 IST

Indian, German govts should engage in dialogue: Ariha Shah's aunt

Ariha Shah was put under the custody of German foster care in September 2021, when she was seven months old, after her grandmother accidentally hurt her. Since then, she has remained in foster care in Germany,

2026-01-11T23:33:40.319062+00:00 IST

German Chancellor arrives at Ahmedabad Airport

Federal Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz, arrived at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. He is on an official visit to India from January 12-13 at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

2026-01-11T22:50:03.251961+00:00 IST

Special convention starts in Kathmandu amid Nepali Congress rift

The two-day event began on Sunday afternoon with the active involvement of general secretaries Gagan Kumar Thapa and Bishwa Prakash Sharma. Acting party president and other senior party members abstained from the opening ceremony in protest.

2026-01-11T17:22:54.098353+00:00 IST

Indian students in Iran safe, situation under close watch: AIMSA

Dr Mohammad Momin Khan, Vice President of AIMSA and FAIMA Doctors Association, said that both organisations have received updates from Indian students across Iran confirming their safety amid the prevailing situation.

2026-01-11T16:07:09.497017+00:00 IST

Baloch activist says Pakistan using enforced disappearances as “

In an interview with ANI, Baloch said that more than eight to ten Baloch women and girls were abducted in the past year alone, including a 15-year-old and an eight-month pregnant woman.

2026-01-11T14:26:14.241425+00:00 IST

"Looking forward to having President Zelenskyy this year in India

"Vibrant Gujarat is a very good opportunity for us to discuss business projects and cooperation. We had a very great time. We are looking forward to having President Zelenskyy this year in India so we can discuss the projects we can run together in India and Ukraine," he said.

2026-01-11T14:04:25.421682+00:00 IST

Islamabad wedding blast kills 8, bride and groom dead

An explosion during wedding celebrations in Islamabad's Sector G-7/2 killed at least eight people, including the bride and groom, and injured 12, Dawn reported. Several houses were damaged. Officials suspect a gas leak or gas cylinder blast. Rescue operations continued and an inquiry was ordered.

2026-01-11T12:57:07.746215+00:00 IST

Bangladesh: Shariatpur bomb explosion death toll rises to 2

A bomb explosion in Zajira upazila of Shariatpur killed two people, including Md Nabin Hossain who died in hospital. Another man remains critically injured. Police recovered bomb-making materials and suspect the blast occurred during preparation. The incident is linked to ongoing rivalry and recent cocktail bomb clashes.

2026-01-11T11:39:11.507678+00:00 IST

Canadian PM Carney urged to prioritise human rights during China

The visit marks the first trip by a Canadian prime minister to China in more than eight years, amid strained bilateral relations following years of intensified repression by the Chinese government, as cited by the HRW report.

2026-01-11T11:12:36.457611+00:00 IST

Taiwan’s NSB says China using bot networks for Cognitive Warfare

In its analysis of the People's Republic of China's "cognitive warfare tactics against Taiwan in 2025," the NSB said Taiwan's intelligence system identified over 45,000 fake social media accounts and more than 2.314 million pieces of disinformation circulating online.

2026-01-11T10:40:32.194442+00:00 IST

Lahore anti-encroachment drive draws flak over green belt damage

Punjab's anti-encroachment drive in Lahore has sparked concern as residents and environmental groups allege green belts and historic landscapes are being damaged. Activists warn of heavy tree loss, worsening pollution and shrinking green cover, urging protection of parks. The government says the campaign will restore heritage and ease congestion.

2026-01-11T10:21:55.995615+00:00 IST

India will "contribute solutions," if it participates in G7 meet

Speaking to ANI, Fabian said that India will also contribute to solutions regarding critical minerals if it participates.

2026-01-11T10:13:42.627645+00:00 IST

PTI shifts Karachi rally to Mazar-i-Quaid amid roadblocks

PTI leaders insisted they would hold a public gathering in Karachi on Sunday, shifting the venue to Mazar-i-Quaid after alleging a police raid and detentions at Bagh-i-Jinnah, Dawn reported. The KP chief minister also claimed routes were blocked and his team faced risks while travelling.

2026-01-11T09:12:43.119863+00:00 IST