Asia

6.2 magnitude earthquake strikes Indonesia

A strong earthquake of magnitude 6.2 struck Indonesia on Tuesday, as reported by the National Center for Seismology (NCS).

2026-03-03T08:45:16.664614+00:00 IST

Tibetans mark 15th Day of Losar, pray for Dalai Lama's long life

The occassion considered highly auspicious in Tibetan Buddhism, marks the culmination of Losar festivities. Devotees assembled for special prayers amid a spiritually significant full moon day.

2026-03-03T08:38:28.470450+00:00 IST

CBSE class 10, 12 exams in West Asian countries postponed

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Tuesday has postponed the Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations scheduled for March 5 and 6, in select countries in West Asia, amid the ongoing conflict in the region.

2026-03-03T06:32:07.328658+00:00 IST

Multiple voters head for home from Kathmandu for elections

Carrying bags and rushing towards the vehicles to reach home, hundreds of voters on Tuesday morning departed from the Koteshwor Bus Park for the election, which is being held six months after the Gen-Z protest.

2026-03-03T06:26:45.182459+00:00 IST

US Embassy in Pakistan cancels Visa appointments

In a post on X, the embassy said, " Due to the current security situation, the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad and the Consulates General in Lahore and Karachi have cancelled all visa appointments through Friday, March 6."

2026-03-03T05:35:13.517309+00:00 IST

US-Israeli strikes in Natanz damages at least 3 buildings

The Institute for the Study of War- a leading international policy research organization observed that the US-Israeli strikes into Iran on Monday struck the Natanz Nuclear facility, causing severe damage to at least three buildings.

2026-03-03T05:27:58.625295+00:00 IST

On the sidelines, China watches Iran from afar

One by one, Chairman Xi Jinping's political leader friends abroad are being whittled down by US military action. First there was President Nicolas Maduro in Venezuela, and the latest is Grand Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Iran after he was eliminated by Operation Epic Fury. Yet China can do nothing but wring its hands and lament unilateral American military action.

2026-03-03T04:49:28.561887+00:00 IST

‘Have inalienable right to stop you dead in tracks’: Witkoff

US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff on Monday (local time) told Fox News that during the negotiations with Iran before Operation Epic Fury began, Iran insisting on having an "inalienable right" to enrich nuclear fuel while the US made it clear that if such an action takes place then America had the right to stop them.

2026-03-03T04:36:40.686273+00:00 IST

Israel launches new waves of strikes on Iran

An IDF spokesperson warned that Israeli forces would target Iranian military infrastructure "in the coming hours" and urged civilians to leave, saying, "For your safety and well-being, we request that you immediately evacuate the designated area..." and warned that not evacuating "puts your lives at risk," CNN reported.

2026-03-03T01:41:52.621520+00:00 IST

"Tehran terrorist regime shooting civilians": Israeli PM

He also stressed that Israel's ongoing military operation, Operation Roaring Lion, is to defend against "existential threats" posed by Iran.

2026-03-03T00:35:09.855785+00:00 IST

US Consulate in Peshawar suspends operations amid concerns

The move comes amid ongoing disruptions and traffic diversions around the US Consulate General offices in Karachi and Lahore in view of the prevailing security situation due to countrywide protests over the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in the US-Israeli attacks against Iran.

2026-03-02T20:30:52.454295+00:00 IST

India awaits Canada's decision on work permit extensions

Kumaran noted that India views this as a "sovereign issue," but emphasised that Delhi is "closely watching" the consequences for its citizens.

2026-03-02T17:38:05.316690+00:00 IST

"Canada wants to be a dialogue partner for IORA": MEA

India and Canada are exploring new avenues for cooperation, with Canada expressing interest in becoming a dialogue partner for the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA).

2026-03-02T17:04:26.846968+00:00 IST

Two Bangladeshis killed, seven injured in Middle East strikes

Two Bangladeshis were killed and seven injured in missile and drone strikes across the UAE, Bahrain, and Kuwait. The Foreign Ministry confirmed the casualties, including a vessel stranded at Jebel Ali Port, while advising over six million citizens in the region to remain vigilant as violence escalates.

2026-03-02T16:52:35.280734+00:00 IST

India will provide all possible assistance to students in Canada

Kumaran, while speaking at the Special Briefing on the Official Visit of the Prime Minister of Canada to India, said that Indian consulates and High Commissions are in touch with the students and will take all necessary steps to provide all possible assistance to students.

2026-03-02T16:50:07.138333+00:00 IST

India trusts Canada's legal process: MEA on Nijjar case

India called for focusing on the rule of law rather than political narratives, adding that it trusted Canada's legal process, awaiting the outcome of the jury trial in 2023 killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, the event that originally "ripped apart" bilateral ties.

2026-03-02T16:18:05.492093+00:00 IST

Bangladesh has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Khamenei

Bangladesh expressed deep sorrow over the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, calling it a violation of international law. As Iran launched a "tenth wave" of missile strikes against Israel, the IDF announced the elimination of top Iranian intelligence officials in Operation 'Roaring Lion'.

2026-03-02T16:11:02.967817+00:00 IST

Bangladesh: Security beefed up in Dhaka’s Diplomatic Area

Bangladesh has strengthened security in Dhaka's Diplomatic Area, including the US Embassy, amid global tensions. During talks with US Ambassador Brent Christensen, Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed discussed counter-terrorism, illegal migration, the SPEAR programme, and Electronic Nationality Verification to enhance security cooperation and immigration processes.

2026-03-02T15:29:24.414068+00:00 IST

Canada "reliable, stable partner" for critical minerals: MEA

During the Ministry of External Affairs briefing on Canadian PM Mark Carney's official visit to India, Secretary (East) P Kumaran stated that both countries are working together on clean energy, including nuclear fuel supplies, small modular reactors, and advanced conventional reactors. Kumaran noted that PM Carney emphasised Canada's reliability "at least thrice."

2026-03-02T15:22:23.136302+00:00 IST

India, Canada launch CEPA negotiations in New Delhi; Target $50 b

India and Canada have set a target of achieving USD 50 billion in bilateral trade by 2030 as the two countries formally launched negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) in New Delhi on Monday.

2026-03-02T15:19:13.965280+00:00 IST

Canadian PM Mark Carney concludes "productive" India visit

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney concluded a historic India visit, signing a landmark $2.6 billion uranium supply deal and a critical minerals pact. Meanwhile, Iran alleged US-Israeli strikes on its Natanz nuclear site and formed an interim leadership council following the killing of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.

2026-03-02T15:13:45.016556+00:00 IST