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PM Modi to visit South Africa for 20th G20 Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Johannesburg, South Africa, on Friday, November 21, to attend the 20th G20 Leaders' Summit, the Ministry of External Affairs stated on Wednesday.

2025-11-19T14:46:31.164080+00:00 IST

Bangladesh NSA Rahman meets Indian counterpart Doval

The timing of the meeting is significant, with Bangladesh's general election expected in about three months. India has publicly called for a free, fair, inclusive and participatory vote. The meeting reflects ongoing engagement between the two nations, despite current challenges. India has expressed commitment to Bangladesh's stability and democracy, while Bangladesh seeks cooperation on security and economic issues.

2025-11-19T14:30:18.285801+00:00 IST

MEA launches BIMSTEC young diplomats programme

The Ministry of External Affairs inaugurated the Annual BIMSTEC Young Diplomats Interaction Programme as part of its ongoing efforts to deepen engagement and capacity-building within the Bay of Bengal region.

2025-11-19T14:27:13.249217+00:00 IST

China’s aggressive posturing sparks security fears for Japanese n

Japan has urged its citizens living in or visiting China to exercise heightened caution as political friction intensifies over Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's recent comments on Taiwan. The Japanese government advised avoiding crowds, watching surroundings closely, and refraining from travelling alone, reflecting rising unease amid China's aggressive rhetoric, as reported by The Epoch Times.

2025-11-19T14:09:28.906168+00:00 IST

Neeraj Agrawal appointed as next Amb of India to Mauritania

Neeraj Agrawal appointed as the next Ambassador of India to Mauritania, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), said in a statement on Wednesday.

2025-11-19T12:24:09.141229+00:00 IST

Ajit Doval to host counterparts for CSC NSA Meet

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval is set to host his counterparts from the member states of the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC) in the national capital on Thursday, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) shared in an official statement.

2025-11-19T12:23:32.278608+00:00 IST

USCIRF again alleges discrimination with religious minorities

Months after India slammed USCIRF's "persistent attempts to misrepresent isolated incidents and cast aspersions on the country's vibrant multicultural society", the US Commission on International Religious Freedom has come out with a report, which alleges that India's "political system facilitates a climate of discrimination toward religious minority communities" despite offering some constitutional protections for freedom of religion or belief (FoRB).

2025-11-19T12:23:28.959579+00:00 IST

"Investment in skills, vocational education in India":  Austrade

Australia is strengthening its education ties with India, showcasing its vocational education expertise at DIDAC India 2025. Austrade Trade and Investment (Austrade) Commissioner Vik Singh highlights the country's commitment to skill development, with 24 companies and 35 delegates participating.

2025-11-19T10:48:21.513743+00:00 IST

Afghan Commerce Minister Azizi arrives in India for official visi

Afghanistan's Minister of Industry and Commerce, Alhaj Nooruddin Azizi, arrived in the national capital on Wednesday, marking the commencement of his official visit to India.

2025-11-19T10:07:32.891733+00:00 IST

Balochistan assembly objects to sharp airfare disparities

Lawmakers in the Balochistan Assembly voiced deep frustration over what they called unprecedented and unfair spikes in airfares charged by Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) and private carriers on flights originating from Quetta.

2025-11-19T10:00:42.241616+00:00 IST

Hong Kong releases preliminary report on Emirates SkyCargo Boeing

The freighter was destroyed entirely, with its tail section separating during the impact sequence. All four crew members survived. However, the two security staff inside the ground vehicle died, one on the spot and the other later in the hospital.

2025-11-19T09:56:50.388319+00:00 IST

Pakistan’s dengue situation worsens, officials accused of masking

According to Dawn, Multan and Faisalabad are reportedly facing the most alarming situation. The sharp rise in infections there has contradicted the health department's earlier claims that dengue was "fully under control."

2025-11-19T09:37:20.686138+00:00 IST

Curfew imposed in Nepal’s Bara district after clash

Eight hours curfew has been imposed in the Simara airport area of Bara District in the Southern plains of Nepal following a clash between the Gen-Z group and the CPN-UML cadres.

2025-11-19T09:35:49.304874+00:00 IST

China’s political bullying escalates as Taiwan condemns criminal

Taiwan's Foreign Affairs and National Defence Committee today approved a motion put forward by the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) condemning China's decision to open a criminal investigation into DPP lawmaker Puma Shen, a move widely viewed in Taiwan as another example of China extending its political reach across the Taiwan Strait.

2025-11-19T09:32:29.582291+00:00 IST

Balochistan’s civilian life crushed under expanding security

Road blockages, curfews, and continuous internet suspensions have brought daily life to a halt in several parts of Balochistan, creating widespread displacement, disrupting services, and deepening uncertainty.

2025-11-19T07:20:06.969346+00:00 IST

Pakistan: State mismanagement triggers looming flour shortage

According to The Express Tribune, an urgent meeting convened to address the crisis, senior leaders of the Pakistan Flour Mills Association (PFMA) sharply criticised the authorities for creating instability instead of resolving long-standing issues. The session, chaired by Chief Patron Tariq Sadiq and attended by PFMA Punjab Chairman Riazullah Khan and central figure Raza Ahmad Shah, focused on what attendees called "misguided interventions" by the Punjab Food Department. The Association argued that while federal and provincial administrations speak of revenue reform and economic recovery, their actions at the ground level only worsen the situation.

2025-11-19T06:52:28.169160+00:00 IST

Russia ready to offer unrestricted Su-57 technology transfer, say

The assurance comes as Indian and Russian officials held several interactions including External Affairs Minister Jaishankar's meeting with Russian President Vladmir Putin and comes ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to India next month.

2025-11-19T06:39:27.732928+00:00 IST

Hasina’s son targets interim Bangladesh govt

Speaking about the recent verdict in which a Bangladeshi court convicted Sheikh Hasina, Wazed claimed the process was politically motivated and undemocratic.

2025-11-19T06:33:43.148595+00:00 IST

Charanjeet Singh next envoy to UN Conference on Disarmament

The Ministry of External Affairs has announced the appointment of senior diplomat Charanjeet Singh as India's next Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the UN Conference on Disarmament in Geneva.

2025-11-19T05:53:14.414063+00:00 IST

Hasina’s son accuses US of funding last year’s protests

"We have seen a very distinct change in outlook. President Trump himself announced at a press conference earlier this year that the previous administration, through USAID, spent millions of dollars on regime change in Bangladesh. He was referring to the protests last year. The US attitude has definitely changed, and they're more concerned about the threat of terrorism and the rise of Islamism in Bangladesh than the previous administration was..." he said.

2025-11-19T04:40:04.731765+00:00 IST

‘India saved my mother’s life’: Sheikh Hasina’s son

In an interview with ANI, since his mother was flown to India in August 2024, Sajeeb Wazed Joy expressed profound gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for granting her asylum, claiming militants had been planning to assassinate her.

2025-11-19T04:35:01.106766+00:00 IST