Asia

Trump, Takaichi reaffirm strong US-Japan ties at Akasaka Palace

Takaichi, pledged to build a "new golden era" of the Japan-US alliance together with Trump, adding the bilateral relationship has now become "the greatest alliance in the world" and Trump told Takaichi that they will have "a fantastic relationship,

2025-10-28T02:49:42.787231+00:00 IST

Party leaders fall from grace at Fourth Plenum

Chairman Xi Jinping's sweeping purges have drastically reduced attendance at China's Fourth Plenum, with record expulsions from the Communist Party and military ranks. The session emphasized loyalty to Xi, adopted the 15th Five-Year Plan, and reinforced China's goal of achieving modernization and military readiness by 2035.

2025-10-28T02:23:34.188413+00:00 IST

Afghanistan, Pakistan make progress in Istanbul talks

Negotiations between Afghanistan and Pakistan, currently underway in Istanbul, gained momentum as both sides reached agreement on most key issues, with the remaining topics expected to be finalised soon

2025-10-28T00:10:48.853120+00:00 IST

India, Srilanka discuss new ferry route between Rameshwaram and T

The Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, held a bilateral meeting with Sri Lanka's Ports and Civil Aviation Minister, Anura Karunathilake, during the India Maritime Week 2025 in Mumbai.

2025-10-27T20:39:53.912039+00:00 IST

Trump meets Emperor Naruhito in Tokyo, calls him “a great man”

Japan is Trump's second stop on his current five-day Asia tour. Earlier, he was in Malaysia, where he attended the 47th ASEAN Summit and participated in the signing of the Cambodia-Thailand peace deal.

2025-10-27T18:12:27.166515+00:00 IST

China reacts to US aircraft crashes in South China Sea

He added, "If the US side makes a request, China is willing to provide necessary assistance from a humanitarian perspective."

2025-10-27T18:03:27.733589+00:00 IST

European Commission signs UN Convention to step up fight against

The fight against cybercrime is a priority for the EU, the Commission said, adding that cybercrime knows no borders; it can create disruption of essential services, financial losses for individuals and businesses, and it can compromise personal and sensitive information.

2025-10-27T18:01:30.780127+00:00 IST

Ugandan President hosts Diwali dinner for Indian community

The event saw members of the Indian diaspora in Uganda dressed in vibrant yellow. The dinner brought together prominent members of the Indian community, alongside officials from the Indian High Commission in Kampala.

2025-10-27T17:59:14.666260+00:00 IST

Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed meets Co-Chief Executive Officer of

Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has met Mike Sicilia, Co-Chief Executive Officer of Oracle, a global leader in information technology and database management.

2025-10-27T17:56:57.992836+00:00 IST

EAM calls for resilient supply chains, zero tolerance on terror

During his address, the EAM highlighted a world grappling with unreliable supply chains, distorted energy markets due to selective application of principles, an intensifying race for technology and natural resources, and conflicts that disrupt food security, energy flows, and global trade.

2025-10-27T17:52:13.066350+00:00 IST

Chhath: Devotees in Nepal pray for end to disasters

Arsiya Devi began preparations for Chhath Puja at her mud-thatched home in the southern plains of Nepal, arranging all the essentials to offer to the setting Sun and Chhath Maiya. Apart from praying for her family's well-being and prosperity, this year her prayers are focused on seeking relief from the disasters that have struck the region in recent months.

2025-10-27T17:37:42.809297+00:00 IST

UAE Land Forces commander receives Guard of Honour in Delhi

In an X post, the Indian army wrote, " Major General Yousef Maayouf Saeed Al Hallami, Commander of the United Arab Emirates Land Forces, was accorded a Ceremonial Guard of Honour at #SouthBlock, reflecting the deepening Defence Cooperation and mutual respect between the Armies of India and the UAE. "

2025-10-27T17:32:08.399617+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar meets Vietnam FM Le Hoai Trung

The EAM met with his Vietnamese counterpart on the sidelines of the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, alongside other related summits, including the 20th East Asia Summit. Jaishankar shared the meeting details in a post on X.

2025-10-27T16:24:46.021988+00:00 IST

UAE Land Forces Commander arrives in India on two-day visit

This high-level visit is set to enhance bilateral military cooperation and explore new avenues for collaboration, particularly in training and capability enhancement. It underscores the continued efforts of both nations to further strengthen and deepen their longstanding defence partnership.

2025-10-27T15:55:52.908178+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar meets Australian PM Anthony Albanese

In an X post, he wrote, "Nice to meet PM @AlboMP of Australia on the sidelines of the 20th East Asia Summit"

2025-10-27T15:22:24.338100+00:00 IST

India key tourism market, visitors "feel at home" in Seychelles

Seychelles Principal Secretary's remarks come at a time when Vice-President CP Radhakrishnan is on an official visit to the island nation, during which he attended the swearing-in ceremony of President-elect Patrick Herminie and addressed the Indian community there.

2025-10-27T15:18:38.062010+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar meets Japanese FM Motegi; discusses bilateral ties

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday held comprehensive discussions with Japan's Foreign Minister Motegi Toshimitsu, agreeing to intensify efforts to implement a joint vision for the next decade of India-Japan cooperation while exchanging views on global and Indo-Pacific developments.

2025-10-27T14:43:05.338312+00:00 IST

"Our right of defence against terrorism can never be compromised"

The minister's remarks came as part of India's national statement at the high-level forum, which brought together leaders and representatives from across the Indo-Pacific region.

2025-10-27T14:38:17.639545+00:00 IST

Israeli likely to bag Indian Air Force’s Rs 8,000 crore deal

The Israeli firm Israel Aircraft Industries, if awarded the contract, would be modifying six old and second-hand Boeing 767 commercial planes to turn them into tanker aircraft and then supplying them to the Indian Air Force, defence sources told ANI.

2025-10-27T14:22:10.563549+00:00 IST

India, Australia conclude joint military exercise AustraHind

Major General Matt Burr, Commander of the 2nd Australian Division, was among those present at the ceremony, which marked the end of two weeks of intense joint training and coordination between the two armies.

2025-10-27T14:00:43.886945+00:00 IST

India reaffirms commitment to peace and maritime cooperation at E

Jaishankar said that India fully supports the activities and future direction of the East Asia Summit, emphasising the country's consistent efforts to strengthen cooperation through knowledge exchange and education.

2025-10-27T12:33:19.434231+00:00 IST