Asia

“India emerging as a trusted friend,” says Piyush Goyal

Goyal indicated that India and Israel may advance their proposed free trade agreement (FTA) in two stages. "There is a possibility that we may finalise the first phase of the FTA first and finalise the entire FTA in two phases."

2025-11-23T07:30:47.180993+00:00 IST

BASC raises alarm over abduction of minor girl in hub, calls enfo

The organisation noted that this incident comes months after the disappearance of 23-year-old Mahjabeen from Quetta, whose fate also remains unknown. BASC stated that both cases reflect the continuing pattern of enforced disappearances that have plagued Balochistan for years, now increasingly involving women and girls.

2025-11-23T07:00:40.574408+00:00 IST

China, US militaries hold maritime security talks

The annual session of the China-US Military Maritime Consultative Agreement (MMCA) for 2025 was held from November 18 to November 20 in Hawaii, the United States.

2025-11-23T06:37:37.004918+00:00 IST

Jaishankar speaks with Ukrainian FM, calls for early peace

"Had a telecon with FM Andrii Sybiha of Ukraine last evening. Appreciate his briefing on the ongoing developments related to the Ukraine conflict. Reiterated India's support for an early end to this conflict and the establishment of an enduring peace," Jaishankar stated in a post on X.

2025-11-23T06:24:25.636428+00:00 IST

Over 90 people dead in Vietnam floods

Relentless rain and floods that have lashed across the central and Central Highlands regions of Vietnam since late October have caused exceptionally severe damage

2025-11-23T05:10:56.257193+00:00 IST

India and Afghanistan discuss expanding spice trade

In a statement on X, Afghanistan's Ministry of Industry and Commerce said the Indian council expressed interest in greater collaboration, including setting up spice production factories in Afghanistan. The discussions also covered issues related to medicine imports, improving spice quality, investment potential, and challenges affecting the bilateral medicine trade.

2025-11-23T04:55:52.559904+00:00 IST

Nepal adds more than 8,00,000 new voters ahaead of March polls

As per the electoral body, the newly enlisted voters, 344,914 registered through full biometrics, while 492,180 were added via their National Identity Cards.

2025-11-22T16:55:18.258769+00:00 IST

China’s pursuit of Taiwanese legislator faces backlash

The Chongqing Municipal Public Security Bureau in late October issued a warrant against Shen, accusing him of "secessionist crimes" for his work with Kuma Academy, a civil defence initiative that educates Taiwanese citizens on how to respond in case of a Chinese invasion.

2025-11-22T15:09:10.207780+00:00 IST

Assam Minister Atul Bora slams Congress over voter roll issue

Assam Minister and Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) President Atul Bora on Saturday criticised the Congress party for questioning the Election Commission of India's (ECI) decision to conduct a Special Revision (SR) of voter rolls in the state, saying the party was "doing politics" despite a clear clarification from the EC that the process was routine and required ahead of elections.

2025-11-22T15:04:24.344808+00:00 IST

ACITI partnership to deepen collaboration: PM Modi

This initiative aims to deepen collaboration among democratic nations across three continents, focusing on emerging technologies, clean energy, and artificial intelligence.

2025-11-22T14:00:11.961415+00:00 IST

India’s priorities shine in G20 South Africa Leaders’ Declaration

India has successfully ensured that key outcomes of its 2023 G20 Presidency continue to resonate strongly in the Leaders' Declaration adopted at the G20 Summit in South Africa, while amplifying the voice and priorities of the Global South.

2025-11-22T13:06:51.878915+00:00 IST

ITRHD to host Global Meet on preserving Rural Buddhist Heritage

A pre-event press conference held on Friday at WWF-India in New Delhi outlined the agenda for the upcoming International Conference on Preservation of Rural Buddhist Heritage (PRBH), scheduled from November 28 to 30 at the Dr Ambedkar International Centre in the capital.

2025-11-22T12:03:07.019469+00:00 IST

PM Modi calls for rethinking parameters for global development

Addressing the session on 'Inclusive and sustainable economic growth leaving no one behind' at the G20 Summit, PM Modi noted that while the G20 has long shaped global finance and growth, prevailing models have deprived large populations of resources and driven the over-exploitation of nature, challenges felt acutely in Africa

2025-11-22T11:48:06.620913+00:00 IST

TV BRICS rolls out Special Broadcast line-up for G20 Summit in So

The special programming will run from November 21 to 23, with the network restructuring its schedule to include exclusive news bulletins, themed programmes and documentaries focused on G20 and BRICS member nations.

2025-11-22T11:41:14.685898+00:00 IST

Pakistan's repressive grip tightens in Balochistan

The party warned that the state's coercive approach is driving growing resentment among the province's people and urged Pakistan to embrace dialogue instead of force, as reported by The Balochistan Post.

2025-11-22T11:12:04.855962+00:00 IST

Sun King hits 100+ on-grid Solar Units in Varanasi, aiding India’

The initiative directly supports the Government of India's flagship PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojna while marking the company's strategic entry into the Direct-to-Customer (D2C) model in the country.

2025-11-22T11:11:13.384312+00:00 IST

Kabul–Islamabad tensions fuel crackdown on Afghan migrants

Tolo News reports that Afghan migrants in Pakistan say harassment and forced removals have increased amid rising tensions between the two countries. Migrants allege police extortion and arbitrary arrests, while rights activists warn that mass deportations violate international law.

2025-11-22T10:16:42.805821+00:00 IST

KP CM Afridi moves court against ECP notice over campaign speech

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has challenged an ECP notice in the Peshawar High Court, calling it politically motivated and based on "hearsay." PTI-backed candidate Shehrnaz Omar Ayub also filed a similar petition. The ECP heard arguments and adjourned the case to November 25.

2025-11-22T09:54:17.379357+00:00 IST

Taiwan detects 18 Chinese aircraft sorties, 7 vessels, 1 official

"18 sorties of PLA aircraft, 7 PLAN vessels and 1 official ship operating around Taiwan were detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. 12 out of 18 sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern and southwestern ADIZ. We have monitored the situation and responded," the ministry mentioned on X.

2025-11-22T09:47:18.517695+00:00 IST

Bangladesh shakes again within 24 hours of earthquake

This information was confirmed by Nizam Uddin Ahmed, an official at the Earthquake Monitoring and Research Centre. He said, "This is a minor earthquake. Its epicentre is Bypail."

2025-11-22T09:32:32.543979+00:00 IST

Indonesia declared Polio-free by WHO

According to the Ministry of Health, nearly 60 million additional doses of polio vaccine were administered nationwide as part of the emergency response, as per the WHO.

2025-11-22T09:11:02.199433+00:00 IST