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“This issue has multiple motives”: Former diplomat Mahesh Sachdev

Former diplomat Mahesh Sachdev stated allegations against deposed Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro cited by US President Donald Trump are unproven, and the situation involves legal, geopolitical and economic motives, including sanctions and US interest in Venezuela's oil sector.

2026-01-04T08:56:59.011160+00:00 IST

Robinder Sachdev on US capturing Maduro's wife

Sachdev, in an interview with ANI, said that Flores, a member of the Venezuelan parliament, is considered a key figure in Maduro's administration and is accused of being involved in drug trafficking. The US reportedly abducted her to prevent her from rallying support for Maduro in Venezuela.

2026-01-04T08:51:02.127073+00:00 IST

India expresses deep concern, calls for parties to return to dial

The Ministry of External Affairs on Sunday expressed deep concern at the developments in Venezuela.

2026-01-04T08:20:14.746251+00:00 IST

Bangladesh: Three accused arrested in Shariatpur’s Khokon Das mur

According to information provided by RAB-8 and the Intelligence Wing in Dhaka, a team from RAB-14, CPC-2, Kishoreganj Camp, led by Company Commander ASP Shahjahan, conducted an operation around 1:00 a.m. on Saturday night and arrested the named suspects Sohag, Rabbi, and Palash from the Bajitpur area of Kishoreganj.

2026-01-04T07:58:34.348960+00:00 IST

Pakistan’s disappearances crisis deepens on CPEC Highway

A protest against alleged enforced disappearances in Balochistan's Kech district stretched into its third consecutive day, with families continuing to block the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) highway in the Tejaban area, highlighting what critics describe as Pakistan's persistent failure to address human rights violations in the province.

2026-01-04T07:57:22.898916+00:00 IST

China urges US to release Maduro, cites international law

China condemned the US seizure of deposed dictator Nicolas Maduro and his wife, calling it a violation of international law. The move sparked global reactions, led to leadership changes in Venezuela, and drew criticism over US military action and regime change efforts.

2026-01-04T07:42:42.715895+00:00 IST

South Korean President Lee Jae-Myung begins China visit

South Korean President Lee Jae-Myung arrived in Beijing for a four-day state visit, reaffirming Seoul's respect for the One-China principle and seeking closer economic and diplomatic ties with China. The visit aims to deepen cooperation amid regional uncertainty and follows efforts by both sides to reset relations.

2026-01-04T06:58:03.699629+00:00 IST

BNP acknowledges Jaishankar’s condolences on Khaleda Zia’s death

The BNP thanked External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar for conveying India's condolences after the death of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia. The message followed Jaishankar's Dhaka visit, where he attended her funeral and met BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman as part of India's condolence outreach.

2026-01-04T06:36:25.627170+00:00 IST

"Law of the jungle prevails": Tharoor, Singhvi on US action

In a post on X, he wrote, "International law and the UN Charter have for some years now been honoured in the breach, @kapskom. The Law of the Jungle prevails today. 'Might is Right' is the new creed."

2026-01-04T05:22:57.576323+00:00 IST

Socialism, oil, narco-terrorism: Why US attacked Venezuela?

Have you ever wondered what's really behind the ongoing chaos in Venezuela and why it seems to keep escalating? Is it just about politics, or is there a bigger game involving oil, sanctions, and global power plays?

2026-01-04T05:16:51.365854+00:00 IST

"US' modus operandi spectacular, but flouted norms in terms of mo

Sachdev said that the US abducted Cilia Flores, Maduro's wife because she could have mobilized the masses against the US.

2026-01-04T05:12:44.654688+00:00 IST

Zelenskyy suggests US 'knows what they should do next' post Madur

When asked about Deposed Dictator Nicolas Maduro, Zelenskyy said in a backhanded sardonic comment pointed at Putin, suggesting same should be done with him.

2026-01-04T04:40:59.146544+00:00 IST

North Korea fires multiple ballistic missiles into East Sea

"Our military maintains a firm readiness posture while closely sharing North Korean ballistic missile information with the U.S. and Japan sides amid a heightened surveillance posture against additional launches," the JCS said in a statement.

2026-01-04T03:02:32.046984+00:00 IST

Taiwand detects 5 Chinese vessels, official ship, balloon around

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense detected the presence of five Chinese vessels around its territorial waters on Sunday.

2026-01-04T03:01:26.931333+00:00 IST

Bangladesh condemns Mustafizur Rahman’s exclusion from IPL 

Bangladesh condemned the decision to exclude Mustafizur Rahman from the IPL on Saturday.

2026-01-04T01:25:20.160080+00:00 IST

MQM-P announces ‘Karachi Bachao’ campaign

The announcement was made on Saturday at a press conference held at the party's Bahadurabad headquarters, attended by senior leaders, including Farooq Sattar, Syed Aminul Haque, and Haider Abbas Rizvi, among others.

2026-01-04T01:17:35.961636+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 3.5 hits Nepal

A mild earthquake of magnitude 3.5 struck Nepal late on Saturday night, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS).

2026-01-03T23:09:10.820945+00:00 IST

MEA advises Indians to avoid non-essential travel to Venezuela

It also urged Indians currently in Venezuela to exercise extreme caution, remain in contact with the Indian Embassy in Caracas, and share an emergency helpline number for assistance.

2026-01-03T20:49:11.024657+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 4.2 hits Afghanistan

An earthquake measuring 4.2 on the Richter scale struck Afghanistan on Saturday evening, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS).

2026-01-03T19:39:48.089080+00:00 IST

China condemns US strikes on Venezuela 

China on Saturday strongly condemned American strikes on Venezuela that led to the capture of incumbent President Nicolas Maduro and said "such hegemonic acts" seriously violate international law and Venezuela's sovereignty, and threaten peace and security in Latin America and the Caribbean region.

2026-01-03T18:29:09.621833+00:00 IST

Indian envoys call US attack on Venezuela as "unsurprising"

Speaking from Kerala to ANI, Former Indian Ambassador to Venezuela, R. Viswanathan, said that the attack was not a surprise and that President Trump had threatened Maduro from the first time the American President came to power. He claimed that there was also a failed attempt earlier to overthrow Maduro. But, this time, the envoy contended that "the President sent warships, and authorised the CIA".

2026-01-03T16:32:41.387913+00:00 IST