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PM Modi urges diplomacy after targeting of Russian President home

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed his deep concern over reports regarding the targeting of the residence of the Russian President Vladimir Putin in the Novgorod Region, which Moscow claims had been launched by Ukraine as the conflict between the two nations continues amid peace talks.

2025-12-30T07:50:31.360806+00:00 IST

BNP leaders mourn death of Chairperson Khaleda Zia

Following the demise of former Bangladesh Prime Minister and Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia on Tuesday morning, party leaders expressed their deep sorrow, calling it a "great setback" for the party and a "massive loss" for the nation.

2025-12-30T07:13:12.714431+00:00 IST

Bangladesh Chief Adviser urges unity after Khaleda Zia’s death

Chief Adviser of Bangladesh's interim government, Muhammad Yunus, on Tuesday called for national unity following the death of former Prime Minister and Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia, describing the period as "difficult" for the country.

2025-12-30T06:59:05.140885+00:00 IST

Quad Amb reaffirm grouping's role for "free, open" Indo-Pacific

US Ambassador to China, David Perdue, on Tuesday reaffirmed the Quad's role in maintaining a "free and open" Indo-Pacific during a meeting with Quad ambassadors in Beijing, highlighting the strength of the US-Australia-India-Japan partnership amid ongoing large-scale Chinese military exercises in the South China Sea.

2025-12-30T05:56:48.862359+00:00 IST

Sheikh Hasina condoles passing of former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia

Sheikh Hasina on Tuesday expressed condolences on the passing of Begum Khaleda Zia.

2025-12-30T05:55:31.240454+00:00 IST

Bangladesh Envoy recalled to Dhaka over bilateral issue with Indi

The interim government of Bangladesh has recalled its High Commissioner to India, M Riaz Hamidullah, to Dhaka for consultations amid tensions in bilateral relations between the two countries, Prothom Alo reported, citing diplomatic sources.

2025-12-30T05:12:20.799006+00:00 IST

PM Modi condoles death of Khaleda Zia

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Bangladesh Prime Minister and Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia, extending condolences to her family and the people of Bangladesh.

2025-12-30T04:35:28.208037+00:00 IST

Bangladesh Chief Adviser condoles Khaleda Zia’s death

Chief Adviser of the interim government of Bangladesh, Muhammad Yunus, on Tuesday expressed his profound grief over the death of former Prime Minister and Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia, describing her as a "great guardian" of the nation and a towering figure in Bangladesh's democratic history.

2025-12-30T04:22:17.027636+00:00 IST

BNP braces for transition of power from Begum Zia to Taqriue

With his return to Bangladesh just last week, the Acting Chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), Tarique Rahman, who had been in self-exile for the past 17 years, has reignited speculation about seeking the top job in the country's legislature, as he is widely seen as a prime ministerial candidate for the upcoming national elections scheduled for February 2026.

2025-12-30T04:02:59.795811+00:00 IST

Taiwan detects 130 Chinese aircraft, nine 14 vessels around its

In a post on X on Tuesday, Taiwan's defence ministry said, "130 PLA aircraft, 14 PLAN vessels and 8 official ships operating around Taiwan were detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. 90 out of 130 sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern, central, southwestern and eastern ADIZ. We monitored the situation, responded."

2025-12-30T02:03:59.608989+00:00 IST

Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia passed away

"Khaleda Zia passed away at around 6:00am, just after Fajr prayer," the BNP said. The party added, "We pray for the eternal peace of her soul and ask everyone to pray for her departed soul."

2025-12-30T01:54:56.031410+00:00 IST

China launches large-scale military drills around Taiwan; issues

The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) announced joint military exercises named "Justice Mission-2025", involving coordinated operations across land, sea and air. The drills include preparations for blockade operations, precision strikes and control of key ports and strategic areas around Taiwan, The Global Times reported.

2025-12-29T23:10:12.745727+00:00 IST

Zelenskyy briefs German Chancellor on Trump meeting, calls Putin

Zelenskyy also told him that the news of Ukraine attacking Russian President Vladimir Putin's residence was fake.

2025-12-29T20:56:06.812814+00:00 IST

Zelenskyy briefs Finland, Latvia Presidents on his meeting with T

Zelenskyy further said that the Russians are spreading fakes to justify their strikes on Ukraine.

2025-12-29T19:45:13.258371+00:00 IST

Defence Secy holds talks with Vietnam Envoy on defence cooperatio

As per the Ministry of Defence, the two discussed cooperation initiatives under the India-Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

2025-12-29T19:15:48.065791+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 3.9 strikes Myanmar

The earthquake occurred at a shallow depth of 130km.

2025-12-29T17:33:44.240609+00:00 IST

Pak: KP CM flags ‘discourtesy, hostility’ during Punjab visit

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has written to Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, alleging discourtesy, excessive security measures and a coordinated smear campaign during his Lahore visit, warning that such actions undermine federal harmony and national unity.

2025-12-29T17:09:12.569354+00:00 IST

Zelenskyy dismisses allegations of attack on Putin's residence as

Zelenskyy's response came after Russia's Foreign Minister said Moscow's negotiating position would change Sergei Lavrov after alleged strikes on Putin's Novgorod region residence overnight on Monday.

2025-12-29T16:34:10.678279+00:00 IST

Zelenskyy 'interested' in getting money for reparations of war fr

Zelenskyy, who is in Florida, made the comments following a meeting with US President Donald Trump.

2025-12-29T16:25:42.714423+00:00 IST

Pak: Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi challenge Toshakhana 2 conviction

Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi have appealed their Toshakhana 2 conviction in the Islamabad High Court, calling it politically motivated. They challenged the investigation, trial process and application of Toshakhana rules, seeking to overturn the 17-year sentences and secure acquittal.

2025-12-29T15:55:54.742164+00:00 IST

"Landmark year for UK-India defence partnership," UK lauds defenc

The Official account of the UK Embassy's Defence Section said that the year saw historic naval exercises and ground breaking industrial collaboration.

2025-12-29T15:24:51.614463+00:00 IST