Asia

Maldives Minister highlights strong ties with India

Maldives Minister of State for Tourism and Environment, Muaviyath Mohamed, said India and the Maldives share a long-standing and close relationship.

2026-02-26T23:35:37.363909+00:00 IST

“Generous and supportive partner”: Nepal Minister thanks India

Nepal's Minister for Forests and Environment, Madhav Prasad Chaulagain, said India has been a generous and supportive partner as the country prepares for its March 5 general elections.

2026-02-26T22:36:26.694633+00:00 IST

Regional RPOs Conference for Southern Region held on Thursday

The Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal shared that a Regional Passport Office (RPO) Conference for the Southern Region was held on Thursday.

2026-02-26T22:21:36.685765+00:00 IST

PM Modi returns to India after concluding 2-day state visit to Is

Prime Minister Narendra Modi returned to India on Friday after a historic two-day state visit to Israel, the first in nine years, during which both countries elevated their bilateral relationship to a Special Strategic Partnership.

2026-02-26T20:06:22.178240+00:00 IST

Afghanistan: Taliban claims capture of 19 Pakistani outposts

The Taliban-led Afghan government on Thursday (local time) said that its forces had seized 19 Pakistani military outposts and killed 55 Pakistani soldiers during a major border operation, calling it a response to recent Pakistani airstrikes on Afghan soil.

2026-02-26T19:58:41.700822+00:00 IST

"Thank you Israel, for the warmth and affection": PM Modi

The historic visit elevated ties to a "Special Strategic Partnership," yielding 27 agreements across technology and security to reach "new heights" in the coming years.

2026-02-26T18:00:04.113367+00:00 IST

CM Yogi rides advanced SCMAGLEV Train in Yamanashi

As part of this exploration, CM Yogi had the opportunity to ride the world's advanced SCMAGLEV (Superconducting Magnetic Levitation) high-speed train in Yamanashi Prefecture, which can achieve speeds of up to 500 kilometres per hour.

2026-02-26T17:58:07.752163+00:00 IST

CM Yogi visits advanced hydrogen plant in Yamanashi, Japan

The system converts electricity generated from renewable sources such as solar and wind into hydrogen, which is then used for fuel, energy storage, and clean transportation. This process not only supports energy efficiency but also contributes to reducing carbon emissions and environmental conservation.

2026-02-26T17:40:10.878421+00:00 IST

Bangladesh Army sees major changes in key high-command positions 

Major changes have been made in key high-command positions in the Bangladesh Army. This is the second such reshuffle within a week, following the new government's assumption of office.

2026-02-26T17:10:13.741779+00:00 IST

PM Modi’s visit "another milestone" in ties: Ofir Amami

Prime Minister Modi's Israel visit yielded 27 outcomes, elevating ties to a "Special Strategic Partnership." Key agreements span AI, UPI remittances, and a Free Trade Agreement push. With 17 MoUs across agriculture, cyber, and labour mobility, the visit marks a significant milestone in institutionalising bilateral economic and strategic cooperation.

2026-02-26T16:41:48.231576+00:00 IST

GoI funded restoration project in Nepal wins UNESCO award

The restoration and retrofitting of Jestha Varna Mahavihara, Lalitpur, Nepal -- a Government of India-funded project supported through the Ministry of External Affairs and the Embassy of India in Kathmandu -- has been conferred the UNESCO Asia Pacific Award of Merit 2025. The award was officially announced on 20 February 2026.

2026-02-26T16:09:43.592386+00:00 IST

‘US-India economic relationship never been stronger’: US Embassy

The US Embassy in India on Thursday welcomed Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick who arrived in New Delhi. Lutnick met Union Minister Piyush Goyal as the two leaders held discussions to further expand the India-USA trade and economic partnership.

2026-02-26T15:51:42.842823+00:00 IST

Gujarat CM holds talks with Luxembourg Fin Min on green financing

Roth highlighted Luxembourg's robust financial sector, which comprises 115 banks, an investment portfolio of 8 trillion euros in asset management, and a presence in investment and financial services across around 80 countries. In this context, he expressed his eagerness to further strengthen financial relations with India, particularly with Gujarat.

2026-02-26T13:14:11.056466+00:00 IST

Human rights situation worsened in Balochistan's Nushki, Kharan

The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), in a post on X, has alleged a sharp deterioration in the human rights situation in the districts of Nushki and Kharan during February 2026, citing enforced disappearances, civilian casualties, curfews, and communication blackouts.

2026-02-26T10:57:19.107266+00:00 IST

CM Yogi invites investment during UP Investment Roadshow in Japan

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, who is currently on a visit to Japan, termed the agreement a significant milestone in strengthening bilateral cooperation. Addressing the UP Investment Roadshow held in Yamanashi Prefecture, the Chief Minister showcased Uttar Pradesh's new development policy and investment opportunities before the global industry.

2026-02-26T10:45:22.998108+00:00 IST

"Smooth, stable at 501 km/h": UP CM on Japan’s SCMAGLEV train

UP CM Yogi Adityanath experienced Japan's SCMAGLEV train, reaching 501 km/h, and hailed it as the future of mobility. The visit also focused on strengthening India-Japan ties through green hydrogen technology and developing IIT Kanpur as a Centre of Excellence to achieve energy self-sufficiency in Uttar Pradesh.

2026-02-26T10:30:31.408781+00:00 IST

UNEP’s Dechen Tsering calls for urgent finance reform

Addressing the summit under the theme "Transforming through and for Nature", Tsering highlighted that the current decade has been declared the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration, with a global pledge to restore one billion hectares of degraded land.

2026-02-26T09:58:35.231776+00:00 IST

Building resilience through nature: Palladium CEO Amit Patjoshi

Opening his remarks, he said, "The subject is quite enriching. There is an old Sanskrit is saying 'Prakriti Rakshit Rakshita' which means nature protects when protected." He noted that the COVID-19 pandemic reinforced this principle, adding, "An example of the same was given by Dr Viva during the covid time and I must say that while framing this session is what exactly right when we talk about how the wetlands the forest catchments close the run up of the floods the mangroves protect it is necessary to understand how such solution can be scaled in a sustainabale mod so that they thrive using the overall public budget."

2026-02-26T09:44:59.914355+00:00 IST

UP CM Yogi Adityanath takes a test ride on Japan’s SC Maglev

The high-speed train uses advanced magnetic levitation technology, allowing it to travel at extremely high speeds with minimal friction. During the demonstration run, he experienced the train's smooth, silent movement and cutting-edge safety features.

2026-02-26T08:54:56.520701+00:00 IST

Severe water shortage exposes administrative failures in Pakistan

The situation has triggered protests, particularly led by women, highlighting what locals describe as deep administrative negligence and governance failure. For several days, taps across multiple neighbourhoods in Gilgit have remained dry. The crisis has been attributed primarily to limited electricity supply, which has paralysed the water pumping system. Without adequate power, authorities have been unable to distribute water across the city, forcing families to search for alternative sources, as per the WTV post.

2026-02-26T08:22:19.285137+00:00 IST

Pakistan demolishes homes near ISI headquarters in Noshki

Pakistan's military has reportedly torn down several structures situated near the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) headquarters in the Qaziabad locality of Noshki, a town in Balochistan, according to a statement issued by The Balochistan Post.

2026-02-26T08:10:56.810131+00:00 IST