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Singapore envoy calls Delhi Red Fort blast an “act of terror”

Singapore's High Commissioner to India, Simon Wong, condemned the Delhi Red Fort car blast, calling it an "act of terror." He offered prayers for the victims and their families and said Singapore stands with India.

2025-11-11T10:31:29.801128+00:00 IST

Chinese envoy Xu Feihong saddened by Delhi Red Fort blast

The message from the Chinese Ambassador comes as several foreign leaders and envoys have expressed grief and solidarity with India following the deadly blast in the heart of the national capital.

2025-11-11T10:00:14.120010+00:00 IST

Russian envoy confident probe will reveal cause of Delhi blast

Russian Ambassador to India Denis Alipov on Tuesday expressed his shock over the deadly blast near Delhi's iconic Red Fort on Monday evening, which claimed at least eight lives and injured several others.

2025-11-11T09:24:33.367217+00:00 IST

Sindh’s unpaid teachers symbolise Pakistan’s crumbling education

For the 14th consecutive day, lower-grade employees of the Hyderabad Education Department continued their protest at the Hyderabad Press Club, demanding payment of their long-overdue salaries, which have been pending for nearly 28 months.

2025-11-11T09:18:51.363903+00:00 IST

Pakistan’s inflation crisis deepens as fuel hike triggers fresh e

According to Dawn, for ordinary Pakistanis, this is not merely a price revision; it is another heavy blow to already stretched household budgets. Each fuel price increase sets off an inflationary chain reaction that impacts food, electricity, transport, and industrial costs, embedding inflation deeper into daily life and ensuring it persists beyond short-term economic cycles.

2025-11-11T09:17:54.527948+00:00 IST

 “Let us all come together, pray for India": Bhutan King

Addressing a gathering at Thimphu's Changlimethang Stadium, the Bhutan King said, "Let us all come together and pray for India, pray for Prime Minister Modi. May all your aspirations, your vision, and your service to India bear fruit. May you overcome each and every single obstacle. And may your dream of an even brighter, stronger, more prosperous India be fulfilled."

2025-11-11T09:11:42.437221+00:00 IST

India to set up immigration checkpoint near Gelephu: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday announced that India will soon construct an integrated immigration checkpoint near the border town of Bhutan's Gelephu to further ease the movement of visitors and investors between the two countries.

2025-11-11T08:37:11.808022+00:00 IST

Bhutan’s King leads prayers for Delhi blast victims

The Bhutanese leadership conveyed heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and wished a speedy recovery to those injured in the tragic incident. Special prayers were offered for all those affected by the blasts.

2025-11-11T08:08:23.382020+00:00 IST

Sri Lanka stands in solidarity with India: SL Prez on Delhi blast

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Tuesday expressed his condolences and solidarity with India following a blast which took place near the iconic Red Fort in the national capital on Monday evening, killing eight and injuring several.

2025-11-11T07:41:42.990173+00:00 IST

Pakistan’s economic trap: Investment barriers stifle growth

According to The Express Tribune, while Pakistan secured the 96th position in Investment Environment and 102nd in Enterprise Conditions, these figures reflect persistent barriers to industrial expansion and business growth.

2025-11-11T07:14:02.519935+00:00 IST

Thailand accuses Cambodia of laying fresh landmines along border

Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has suspended implementation of the Thai-Cambodian peace agreement and the planned release of 18 captured Cambodian troops.

2025-11-11T06:59:25.916786+00:00 IST

"Those behind Delhi blast will be brought to justice": PM Modi

PM Modi, currently on a two-day visit to Bhutan, stated that he was in touch with investigating agencies throughout the night, and they are working to uncover the truth behind the Red Fort blast, which claimed 8 lives and injured several others.

2025-11-11T06:48:26.999247+00:00 IST

India, Chile agree to strengthen ties, push for early trade pact

The meeting was co-chaired by P. Kumaran, Secretary (East) at India's Ministry of External Affairs, and Ambassador Rodrigo Olsen, Secretary General of Chile's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The talks reviewed the full spectrum of bilateral ties, building on the discussions held during Chilean President Gabriel Boric's state visit to India in April 2025.

2025-11-11T06:27:40.174699+00:00 IST

Enforced disappearances persist in Balochistan amid Pakistan’s si

According to The Balochistan Post, in the Panjgur district, Haji Shoaib, son of Waheed Bakhsh and a resident of Tasp, was allegedly picked up by Pakistani armed forces around midnight. Locals stated that Shoaib was taken to an unknown destination, and his family has received no official information regarding his fate or whereabouts.

2025-11-11T06:23:37.472414+00:00 IST

Taiwan detects eight PLA aircraft sorties, three vessels

One of the eight sorties crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait and entered the island's northern air defence identification zone (ADIZ), according to a statement released by the ministry on X.

2025-11-11T06:16:40.249523+00:00 IST

PM Modi arrives in Bhutan for two-day visit

The Prime Minister will be in the Himalayan nation from November 11 to November 12, during which he will attend several official programmes and participate in the Global Peace Prayer Festival organised by the Royal Government of Bhutan. He will also attend the 70th birthday anniversary celebration of the country's fourth king.

2025-11-11T05:38:04.606457+00:00 IST

“Deep-rooted ties”: PM Modi says India-Bhutan friendship a model

In a statement issued before his departure, the Prime Minister said, "I will be visiting the Kingdom of Bhutan from 11-12 November 2025. It would be my honour to join the people of Bhutan as they mark the 70th birth anniversary of His Majesty the Fourth King."

2025-11-11T05:12:10.925100+00:00 IST

India and Japan are becoming more close

The relation between India and Japan are becoming more close to accept maximum number of Indian visitors. Japan Tourism Agency announced that 230,000 Indian tourists visited to Japan since January to September in this year.

2025-11-11T05:01:48.480166+00:00 IST

BNP leader Uddin hopes Bangladesh Army will ensure peaceful polls

Senior Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader Hafiz Uddin Ahmed has expressed hope that the Bangladesh Army will play a crucial role in ensuring that the country's upcoming parliamentary elections, scheduled for February next year, are held peacefully.

2025-11-11T04:39:16.162944+00:00 IST

"Heartbreaking scenes in Delhi": Israel envoy on Red Fort blast

"Heartbreaking scenes in Delhi following the car blast, resulting in so many dead and injured. Our deepest condolences to the families of the victims. Wishing speedy recovery to those who survived. Praise for the rescuers & security forces," Azar wrote in a post on X.

2025-11-11T04:10:49.934947+00:00 IST

"Thoughts, prayers with those impacted": Sri Lanka LoP on Delhi

Sri Lanka's Leader of the Opposition, Sajith Premadasa, expressed his condolences and solidarity with India following the loss of lives and those who were injured in a blast which took place near the iconic Red Fort in the national capital on Monday evening.

2025-11-11T03:44:00.455847+00:00 IST