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India raises diplomatic security at India-UK Home Dialogue

India and the UK discussed security concerns during the 6th Home Affairs Dialogue in New Delhi, focusing on the safety of Indian missions in the UK, counter-terrorism, organised crime, pro-Khalistani activities, migration, cyber security, and law enforcement cooperation, reaffirming commitment to stronger bilateral security ties.

2026-02-27T13:01:34.521940+00:00 IST

26.2 million Pakistani children remain out of school

A report by Dawn reveals 26.2 million Pakistani children are out of school. While girls' completion rates and school infrastructure have improved, declining funding and a 24 per cent female labour force participation rate remain major hurdles. Officials are now developing an "Action Plan" to address these systemic gaps.

2026-02-27T10:41:54.066619+00:00 IST

Canadian PM Mark Carney arrives in Mumbai on official visit to India

The cornerstone of the stay will be delegation-level talks at Hyderabad House, acting as a formal follow-up to previous dialogues held in Kananaskis and Johannesburg in 2025. Delegation-level talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled for March 2 at Hyderabad House.

2026-02-27T10:18:48.256446+00:00 IST

Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi on Afghanistan-Pakistan conflict

In a post on X, he said, on the occasion of Ramadan, Araghchi said the period of spiritual reflection provided an opportunity to ease tensions and "promote unity across the Islamic world".

2026-02-27T09:39:51.561357+00:00 IST

Global calls for ceasefire for Afghanistan-Pakistan clashes

The calls for a ceasefire came after overnight strikes by both sides caused significant damage to military installations and civilian infrastructure, along with casualties on both ends of the border.

2026-02-27T09:34:57.506797+00:00 IST

5.4 magnitude earthquake jolts Bangladesh;tremors felt in Kolkata

An earthquake of magnitude 5.4 on the Richter Scale struck 188 kilometres from Dhaka on Friday afternoon, the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) said.

2026-02-27T08:53:39.843091+00:00 IST

Mariam Solaimankhil warns women's safety will be worst casuality

In an interview with ANI, Solaimankhil dismissed claims that recent airstrikes targeted only militants, asserting that civilians were the primary victims.

2026-02-27T08:14:44.875299+00:00 IST

Indian envoy meets Army Chief to discuss India-Maldives ties

In a post on X, the Additional Directorate General of Public Information (ADG PI) of the Indian Army stated, "Shri G.Balasubramanian, High Commissioner of India to the Republic of Maldives, called on #GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS...

2026-02-27T07:20:24.751469+00:00 IST

MAC maintains ban on senior Chinese TAO officials

MAC Deputy Chairman Liang Wen-chieh defended the government's position while responding to media questions about a Shanghai delegation that attended the Taipei Lantern Festival. The delegation was led by a lower-ranking TAO official instead of the director of its Shanghai office.

2026-02-27T06:21:32.867502+00:00 IST

Senge Sering alleges systemic neglect in PoGB amid water crisis

Sering said women in PoGB are increasingly coming forward to demand fundamental rights, including access to water, electricity and sanitation. Referring to a recent viral video from Gilgit city, he described how a woman protested against the absence of essential services in her locality....

2026-02-27T06:07:26.066109+00:00 IST

Armed attacks, highway blockades reported in Balochistan

According to the reports, unidentified gunmen set up a blockade on the Karachi-Quetta N-25 National Highway in Surab. When a police convoy reached the location, it allegedly came under fire, resulting in a clash. During the exchange, an armoured police vehicle was said to have been destroyed in an explosion.

2026-02-27T05:59:57.922415+00:00 IST

India, China discuss boosting bilateral ties in Shanghai

According to a post by the Consulate General of India in Shanghai on X, the meeting took place on the sidelines of the inauguration ceremony of the centre established under the framework of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO).

2026-02-27T05:40:40.344352+00:00 IST

Former Afghan President Karzai condemns Pakistan airstrikes

In a post on X, he said," The Pakistani aircraft once again bombed Kabul, Kandahar, and Paktia. The Afghans will defend their beloved homeland with complete unity in all circumstances and will respond to aggression with courage...."

2026-02-27T03:46:10.026918+00:00 IST

UP CM's 1st visit to Japan aims to expand industrial relations

Yogi Adityanath, Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh state is visiting Japan aiming to expand industrial relations and human resource exchange. At Japan side, members of the Japan-India Governors' Network for Friendship and Exchange lead by Kotaro Nagasaki, Governor of Yamanashi, welcomed 7 private companies attending and introduced their contributions and requirements to Uttar Pradesh state.

2026-02-27T03:41:15.748804+00:00 IST

Pakistan declares "open war" on Afghanistan

Cross-border clashes between Afghanistan and Pakistan escalated sharply on Friday, with Islamabad declaring "open war" on Kabul after carrying out airstrikes in parts of Kabul, Kandahar and Paktia, further intensifying tensions between the two neighbouring countries.

2026-02-27T02:49:05.356856+00:00 IST

Taiwan detects 8 PLA aircraft, 6 PLAN vessels

Out of the 8 sorties detected, 6 crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's central and southwestern ADIZ.

2026-02-27T02:32:58.542621+00:00 IST

Afghan Forces kill 55 Pakistani soldiers, Pakistan retaliates

The Ministry of National Defence of Afghanistan said that 55 Pakistani soldiers were killed in retaliatory operations carried out along the Durand Line on Thursday.

2026-02-27T01:11:05.455415+00:00 IST

Japan's Yamanashi Guv proposes an August visit to UP post MoU ink

UP CM Yogi Adityanath welcomed the initiative as a new chapter of industrial and energy cooperation begins between UP and Yamanashi.

2026-02-27T01:06:28.037708+00:00 IST

Nepal Minister highlights strong cultural and environmental ties

Nepal's Minister for Forests and Environment, Madhav Prasad Chaulagain, said that Nepal and India share deep cultural, religious, and environmental ties.

2026-02-27T00:53:11.560833+00:00 IST

"EU-India FTA will open new opportunities for companies in India"

Sweden's Climate Ambassador Mattias Frumerie said India's upcoming Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) will enhance collaboration with Sweden and the EU, creating opportunities for decarbonised value chains and leveraging India's large economy and market.

2026-02-27T00:45:30.320829+00:00 IST