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CPJ urges Bangladesh interim govt to release journalist Alamgir

Bangladeshi authorities must immediately drop terrorism charges against veteran journalist Anis Alamgir, release him unconditionally, and stop targeting the press with national security offenses, the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) said Wednesday.

2025-12-18T03:12:58.939435+00:00 IST

Nepal: 98 per cent turnout recorded in CPN-UML general convention

The voting, which commenced on Wednesday morning at around 9:15 AM (local time) continued till 6 AM (local time) on Thursday, as per the party's central election commission.

2025-12-18T03:01:13.593089+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 4.4 strikes Myanmar

The earthquake occurred at a depth of 100km.

2025-12-18T01:41:36.621445+00:00 IST

Taiwan detects 40 Chinese sorties, 8 vessels around nation

As per the MND, of the 40, 26 sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern, central, southwestern and eastern ADIZ.

2025-12-18T01:27:37.668127+00:00 IST

"India has leverage to tell Russia it is on wrong path"

Estonia's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Margus Tsahkna, has said that India can play a meaningful role in influencing Russia over its war against Ukraine, citing Delhi's strong economic ties with Moscow and its shared commitment to the principles of the United Nations Charter.

2025-12-18T01:26:47.443034+00:00 IST

Zelenskyy pleads for aid, claims Russia wants to drag war

Zelenskyy went on to call for help from its allies, especially the US which maintains that Russia intends to stop the conflict.

2025-12-17T23:40:59.514697+00:00 IST

JP Nadda holds talks with Nepal counterpart on healthcare

In a post on X, Nadda said, "Union Health Minister Shri JP Nadda held a productive and forward-looking meeting with H.E. Dr. Union Health Minister JP NaddaUnion Health Minister JP Nadda, Hon'ble Minister of Health and Population of Nepal. The meeting reaffirmed the deep-rooted India-Nepal partnership in healthcare."

2025-12-17T22:59:37.832767+00:00 IST

Tibetans in-exile demand China to release protesters held

Mass arrests of Tibetans have been reported following the protest against gold mining in Kashi, Kham Zachukha, in Tibet on November 5, 2025. There is a communications blackout as well.

2025-12-17T22:05:51.842590+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 3.8 strikes Tibet

In a post on X, the NCS said, "EQ of M: 3.8, On: 17/12/2025 21:34:38 IST, Lat: 30.39 N, Long: 98.50 E, Depth: 90 Km, Location: Tibet."

2025-12-17T18:48:15.146986+00:00 IST

India dispatches medicines, CT scanner to Afghanistan

During the meeting, India reaffirmed its commitment to continued humanitarian support for Afghanistan, with emphasis on the long-term supply of medicines and health assistance as a key pillar of bilateral engagement.

2025-12-17T18:00:36.085746+00:00 IST

ICG ship 'Sarthak' makes strategic port call in Iran's Chabahar

Marking the first-ever visit of an ICG Ship to the port of Chabahar, it underscores India's growing maritime engagement in the region and ability to provide secure supply lines to Afghanistan and Central Asia, aligned with India's SAGAR and MAHASAGAR vision of safe, cooperative maritime engagements.

2025-12-17T16:01:28.613348+00:00 IST

Heavy security imposed in Lhasa during Ganden Ngamchoe

Chinese officials have allegedly sent a significant number of police and paramilitary personnel to Lhasa on Sunday for the annual Ganden Ngamchoe festival, an important religious event that honours the parinirvana of Je Tsongkhapa, the founder of the Gelug tradition of Tibetan Buddhism, Phayul reported.

2025-12-17T15:48:08.919722+00:00 IST

Dhaka Police stops protest march towards Indian High Commission

On Wednesday morning, the Ministry of External Affairs summoned Bangladesh's High Commissioner to India, Riaz Hamidullah, and apprised him of India's strong concerns, particularly regarding the activities of extremist elements who have announced plans to create a security situation around the Indian Mission in Dhaka. The MEA said it expects the interim government to ensure the safety of Missions and Posts in Bangladesh in keeping with its diplomatic obligations.

2025-12-17T14:26:16.392509+00:00 IST

Nepal: India-Nepal tech, startup roundtable held in Janakpur

A roundtable on India-Nepal cooperation in new technology and startups was held in Janakpur, bringing together startups and MSMEs to discuss strengthening bilateral collaboration, technology adoption, and building a robust startup ecosystem between the two countries.

2025-12-17T12:44:37.749942+00:00 IST

Widespread protests grip PoJK over persistent power cuts

Residents across Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir staged protests against prolonged power outages, accusing authorities of mismanagement and unfair electricity distribution. Demonstrators warned of escalating unrest if uninterrupted power supply is not restored during the winter months.

2025-12-17T10:31:07.368734+00:00 IST

Iran strengthens regional partnerships, maintains security vigila

Mohajerani highlighted President Masoud Pezeshkian's recent visits to Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan, describing them as significant steps in expanding Iran's regional cooperation. She said a total of 14 cooperation agreements were signed during the visits, covering key economic and trade-related sectors. Emphasising the administration's economic strategy, Mohajerani noted that the government strongly believes in the vital role of the private sector and is committed to creating an enabling environment for its growth, as reported by Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB).

2025-12-17T09:34:34.305597+00:00 IST

Chinese embassy disrupts Taiwan tea award in Paris

Staff from the Chinese embassy disrupted a tea awards ceremony in Paris after Taiwan was mentioned. The protest was rejected by organisers and the audience, while Taiwan's foreign ministry criticised China's conduct as violating international etiquette.

2025-12-17T09:34:26.068104+00:00 IST

Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed personally drives PM Modi to airport, bi

The warm send-off capped a high-profile visit during which Prime Minister Modi received an exceptional reception in Ethiopia, including what has been described as the longest standing ovation in the Ethiopian Parliament following his address. The Prime Minister's speech was punctuated by more than 50 rounds of applause from lawmakers in the Ethiopian parliament.

2025-12-17T09:33:22.543809+00:00 IST

"PM Modi Plants Tree at Ethiopian Parliament as Part of India’s '

Prime Minister Modi also addressed a joint session of the Ethiopian Parliament, where he conveyed India's greetings of friendship and goodwill.

2025-12-17T09:19:18.048650+00:00 IST

Global South shaping its own destiny, India and Ethiopia share co

"The Global South is writing its own destiny, and India and Ethiopia share a vision for the future," PM Modi said, adding that developing nations are moving forward with confidence and clarity about their priorities.

2025-12-17T08:48:03.088739+00:00 IST

VBMP protest camp against enforced disappearances marks 6,031 day

On this occasion, individuals from diverse backgrounds visited the protest camp to show their support for the families of the missing persons. Attendees called for an absolute cessation of enforced disappearances and the prompt recovery of all missing individuals, declaring that this matter signifies a severe human rights crisis impacting not just the families involved but society at large. They urged state institutions to adhere to the constitution and the law, ensuring justice for the families affected, according to Zrumbesh.

2025-12-17T08:15:25.417027+00:00 IST