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India, Maldives begin joint exercise EKUVERIN in Kerala

India and the Maldives began the 14th Joint Military Exercise EKUVERIN in Thiruvananthapuram to strengthen cooperation and improve counter-terrorism and counter-insurgency skills. The two-week drill includes shared training, tactical planning and interoperability to support regional peace and stability in the Indian Ocean.

2025-12-02T15:39:18.020639+00:00 IST

"Anti-India misinformation": MEA on Pakistan’s claim

India rejected Pakistan's claim that New Delhi delayed overflight clearance for humanitarian aid to Sri Lanka, saying the request was approved within hours. Pakistan alleged India tried to block the flight, while social media questioned expiry dates on Pakistan's relief packages. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka continues battling severe cyclone damage.

2025-12-02T14:45:08.799020+00:00 IST

Imran “perfectly fine”, says Uzma Khanum after Adiala jail visit

Speaking to the media after the meeting, Uzma said, "Imran Khan's health is perfectly fine. However, he was very angry and said that they are subjecting him to mental torture."

2025-12-02T13:57:56.414545+00:00 IST

WHO funds emergency health response in cyclone-hit Sri Lanka

WHO has released USD 175,000 to support Sri Lanka after Cyclone Ditwah caused severe flooding, displacement and damage nationwide. The funds will deploy medical teams, strengthen disease surveillance and ensure essential health services, as Sri Lanka seeks international help following a state of emergency.

2025-12-02T13:53:56.425279+00:00 IST

Pak: Imran Khan’s sister allowed jail visit amid PTI protests

Pakistani authorities allowed Imran Khan's sister to meet him at Adiala Jail amid PTI protests over restricted visits. Section 144 has been imposed in Islamabad and Rawalpindi, with officials warning of action against gatherings. Security has been tightened, while PTI leaders continue demanding access to Imran.

2025-12-02T13:17:46.125865+00:00 IST

Army sends Integrated Task Force to restore services in Sri Lanka

The Indian Army has sent a high-readiness relief task force to Sri Lanka under Operation Sagar Bandhu after Cyclone Ditwah, saying it aims to provide critical aid and restore services. ADG PI said the mission reflects India's "Neighbourhood First" policy and "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam" principle.

2025-12-02T12:29:55.584666+00:00 IST

“We’re building up our relationship with Afghanistan”: Peskov

Kremlin Spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said Russia is strengthening ties with Afghanistan to address regional issues and shared interests. He noted that Russian trade is adjusting to outside pressure, with some companies reducing purchases while others increase them, showing a flexible system responding to third-country influence.

2025-12-02T11:40:04.329190+00:00 IST

Pakistan: Section 144 enforced as PTI protests over Imran Khan

PTI supporters protested outside the Islamabad High Court over concerns about Imran Khan's health and restricted access to him in jail. Authorities imposed Section 144 in Islamabad and Rawalpindi, warning of strict action, while security was strengthened and police deployed to prevent unrest.

2025-12-02T11:12:22.163705+00:00 IST

“We understand there is pressure over India”: Peskov

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Russia understands US pressure on India over Russian oil but will not interfere in India-US ties. The statement comes ahead of President Vladimir Putin's 2025 India visit, where defence, energy, trade, and the Russia-Ukraine conflict are expected to be major discussion points.

2025-12-02T10:12:12.711625+00:00 IST

"We respect the position of PM Modi," Kremlin Spox says on Indian

Peskov, while talking about the Russia-Ukraine conflict in a presser, said that Russia appreciates India's readiness to look for peaceful solutions.

2025-12-02T09:34:29.181946+00:00 IST

Environmental decay and economic distress push PoJK residents int

Residents say the twin crises are intensifying each day, with little to no government intervention on the ground.

2025-12-02T09:32:30.877309+00:00 IST

"S400, SU57 on agenda," says Kremlin Spokesperson

Kremlin Spokesperson Dimitry Peskov that the sale of additional S400 long-range anti-aircraft missile could be on the agenda during the visit.

2025-12-02T09:29:08.213603+00:00 IST

"Proud to have stood with India," says Kremlin Spokeperson

Kremlin Spokesperson Dimitry Peskov hailed the relationship with India and said that Russia is proud to stand shoulder to shoulder with India during its historic growth.

2025-12-02T09:01:34.797484+00:00 IST

Pakistan records 25% spike in gender crimes in 2025, majority occ

This report has been compiled based on data obtained from 81 national newspapers across all four provinces, the Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), and Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan (PoGB).

2025-12-02T08:19:26.284462+00:00 IST

Pakistan sees 200% surge in HIV cases; WHO warns of fastest-growi

This information was shared with participants of a walk organised by the World Health Organisation (WHO) and UNAIDS in observance of World AIDS Day.

2025-12-02T07:50:23.516704+00:00 IST

BLF-Pakistan clash rages over 24 hours in Nokkundi, fighters clai

According to BLF spokesperson Major Gwahram Baloch, members of the group's Saddo Operational Battalion (SOB) initiated the assault at 8:19 pm (local time) on Sunday, aiming at what they referred to as the primary compound designated for the residential quarters and offices of foreign engineers and staff involved in the Saindak and Reko Diq mining projects.

2025-12-02T07:48:44.274063+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 3.3 strikes Tibet

The earthquake occurred at a shallow depth of 5km, making it susceptible to aftershocks.

2025-12-02T06:59:21.562615+00:00 IST

Commerce Min joins UAE Embassy celebrations on their National Day

The event marked the UAE's national achievements under the leadership of Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, and celebrated the growing strategic partnership between the UAE and India.

2025-12-02T06:42:17.170548+00:00 IST

Strategic India–Russia defence cooperation expanding into new dom

Manturov underscored that Russia continues to be one of India's most significant defence partners, noting that over the past decade Moscow has consistently accounted for more than 30 per cent of India's total defence procurements.

2025-12-02T06:13:30.496844+00:00 IST

Putin’s India visit to reinvigorate strategic partnership

"This will be President Putin's first visit to India in a long period," Manturov said during an exclusive interview with ANI, adding that both sides had "thoroughly prepared the agenda" to ensure the meetings on December 4-5 are productive.

2025-12-02T04:45:05.407520+00:00 IST

Diversification, investment cooperation key to $100 billion trade

Manturov described the USD 100 billion goal as "truly ambitious," noting that realising it would require coordinated efforts from governments, businesses and financial institutions in both countries.

2025-12-02T04:32:55.267269+00:00 IST