Asia

UP CM holds talks with Ex Japan Minister of Economy, Trade and In

Yogi and Nishimura's talks focused on strengthening Uttar Pradesh-Japan cooperation within the broader framework of India-Japan relations.

2026-02-25T14:41:28.387189+00:00 IST

Pro-Tibet groups hold protest in Geneva as UNHRC 61st session

The peaceful demonstration, held on 23 February 2026, was organised by the Tibetan Community in Switzerland and Liechtenstein (TCSL) and attended by Representative Thinley Chukki.

2026-02-25T14:20:31.967697+00:00 IST

J-K Govt issues helpline for local students stuck in Iran

An advisory stated, "In view of the advisory issued by the Embassy of India in Tehran on February 23, 2026, the following helpline numbers are hereby notified for the information and assistance of residents of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir returning from Iran. The helplines shall remain operational 24x7 to provide necessary support and coordination."

2026-02-25T13:44:21.058449+00:00 IST

Tariffs hurting global economy, free trade vital for climate

Amid escalating global tariff tensions, Germany's State Secretary for Environment Jochen Flasbarth on Wednesday said tariffs are poisoning the world economy, while asserting that free trade and sustainable economic development provide a key solution for climate action.

2026-02-25T13:35:41.987849+00:00 IST

Childbirth in South Korea rises; pace highest in 15 years

The pace of growth was highest since 2010, second consecutive year of growth.

2026-02-25T13:26:45.783841+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 5.3 strikes Afghanistan

The earthquake occurred at a depth of 80km.

2026-02-25T13:04:17.769225+00:00 IST

‘Encouraging to see both sides working closely’: Piyush Goyal

Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday noted that the shared vision of PM Modi and Israeli PM Netanyahu is translating into action as India-Israel Free Trade Agreement negotiations take place. He noted the productive interaction with the Israeli team, reflecting the commitment to deepen economic engagement.

2026-02-25T13:01:09.253454+00:00 IST

UP CM holds talks on strengthening ties with Japan FM

Yogi and Motegi discussed ways to strengthen cooperation between UP and Japan in various fields.

2026-02-25T12:58:45.169078+00:00 IST

Taiwan detects 28 sorties of Chinese aircraft around itself

Of the 28, 22 sorties crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait and entered the northern, central and southwestern ADIZ.

2026-02-25T12:06:51.500538+00:00 IST

Pakistan: Punjab govt imposes "immediate" 30-day drone ban

The order, which excludes indoor use and law enforcement, follows Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz's approval of a new anti-drone unit to combat potential security threats.

2026-02-25T11:54:36.474164+00:00 IST

Japan lodges strong protest against China’s export ban

Japan issued a strong protest with China after Beijing added 20 Japanese defence-related entities to its export ban list for dual-use items, demanding the immediate withdrawal of the measures, a senior government official said, as reported by Kyodo News.

2026-02-25T11:48:08.053178+00:00 IST

Bangladesh Central Bank Appoints Md Mostaqur Rahman as Governor

Rahman succeeds Ahsan H Mansur, who stepped down from the post amid protests by officials. Mansur left office at around 2:00 pm (local time) today, and shortly after his departure from the central bank headquarters, the government announced Rahman's appointment.

2026-02-25T11:43:50.867996+00:00 IST

Global economy in turmoil, but won't last long: CM Yogi in Tokyo

UP CM Yogi Adityanath's Japan visit focused on securing major investments in automobiles, logistics, and renewable energy. Addressing the diaspora, he urged them to support India's progress. Key MoUs were signed with Suzuki and Minda Corp to boost the state's industrial ecosystem and global supply chain integration.

2026-02-25T11:42:44.711146+00:00 IST

Pak: PTI moves Supreme Court for Imran Khan's immediate transfer to private hospital amid vision loss fears

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) has moved the Supreme Court seeking urgent medical treatment for jailed founder Imran Khan, Dawn reported. The plea requests his transfer to Shifa International Hospital for specialised eye care and access to personal doctors, citing transparency and health concerns.

2026-02-25T10:57:24.710702+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 3.6 strikes Tibet

An earthquake of magnitude 3.6 struck on Wednesday, a statement by the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said.

2026-02-25T10:31:45.219439+00:00 IST

Three earthquakes strike Myanmar

The earthquake occurred at a shallow depth of 10km, making it susceptible to aftershocks.

2026-02-25T10:19:21.236294+00:00 IST

Imran Khan’s sisters slam PTI leadership for ‘silence’

The sisters of former Pakistani Prime Minister and founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Imran Khan, on Wednesday strongly criticised the party's leadership for what they described as "complete silence" and lack of action regarding Khan's ongoing legal cases.

2026-02-25T10:18:34.052893+00:00 IST

Indian diaspora in Israel gears up to welcome PM Modi to the coun

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is travelling to Israel upon Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's invitation and the Indian diaspora in the country is more excited than ever.

2026-02-25T09:33:34.555509+00:00 IST

Security agencies say Nepal fully prepared for March 5 polls

As voting day approaches, the government has intensified daily high-level security briefings. On Tuesday, Prime Minister Sushila Karki and Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal convened a back-to-back meeting to review election preparedness and the overall law-and-order situation.

2026-02-25T09:29:48.815856+00:00 IST

Sri Lanka's former intelligence chief arrested over 2019 Easter S

Sri Lanka's former State Intelligence Services (SIS) Chief, Major General (Retired) Suresh Sallay, was arrested on Wednesday in connection with the 2019 Easter Sunday terror attacks, The Daily Mirror Online reported.

2026-02-25T09:13:35.316593+00:00 IST

CM Yogi signs MoU with delegation of Minda Corporation in Tokyo

In an X post, CM Yogi said, "Met the delegation of Minda Corporation (Spark Minda Group) and its Japanese joint venture partners in Tokyo today, including Mr. Aakash Minda, Executive Director, Minda Corporation, and Mr. Hiroaki Omori, Managing Director and CFO, Spark Minda Toyo Denso Pvt. Ltd. A MoU was signed to further strengthen Uttar Pradesh's advanced auto component manufacturing ecosystem.

2026-02-25T08:55:02.434282+00:00 IST