Asia

Bangladesh finalises the “July Charter” to implement reform agend

The charter is likely to be signed by the political parties on Friday, October 17, in a grand ceremony at the south plaza of the Bangladesh parliament building in the capital, Dhaka. The country's interim government's chief, Muhammad Yunus, will be present at the ceremony.

2025-10-15T21:14:21.270515+00:00 IST

EU, India hold joint counterterrorism training on drones

The European Union (EU) and India organised a first-of-its-kind counterterrorism training from October 13 to 15 to protect critical infrastructure and soft targets against emerging threats from unmanned aerial systems (UAS) or drones, as they are commonly known, as per an official release.

2025-10-15T19:54:46.667713+00:00 IST

NSA Ajit Doval holds security talks with Kyrgyz counterpart in Bi

"NSA Ajit Doval met Secretary of the Security Council of the Kyrgyz Republic Lt. Gen. Baktybek Bekbolotov on 15 October 2025 at Bishkek. Both sides discussed bilateral cooperation and agreed to enhance existing collaboration on countering terrorism, radicalisation, extremism and drug trafficking. They reviewed bilateral defence cooperation and discussed regional security issues. Both sides also emphasised the need to coordinate positions on issues of common concern at regional and multilateral fora," the Indian Embassy posted on X.

2025-10-15T17:39:47.224082+00:00 IST

Mongolian President visits Akshardham temple in Delhi

He was accompanied by Mongolian Foreign Minister Battsetseg Batmunkh and other members of the delegation. The temple shared pictures of the visit on X.

2025-10-15T17:15:39.695008+00:00 IST

"Discussed multifaceted ties”: Kirti Vardhan meets Mali's FM

In an X post, he wrote, "Delighted to meet the HE Mr Abdoulaye Diop, Foreign Minister of the Republic of Mali, on the sidelines of the 19th NAM Midterm Ministerial meeting. Discussed our multifaceted bilateral relations. #NAM2025"

2025-10-15T16:40:30.360958+00:00 IST

Nepal holds candlelight vigil for Bipin Joshi

Israeli authorities confirmed Joshi's death on October 14 following the handover of the remains of those who died in Hamas captivity.

2025-10-15T16:38:29.587566+00:00 IST

India, Brazil reaffirm defence partnership

In his opening remarks at the bilateral meeting, Defence Minister Singh emphasised the strategic importance of defence ties between the two nations, with a focus on mutual cooperation.

2025-10-15T16:15:00.707759+00:00 IST

Afghanistan, Pakistan announce ceasefire amid counterclaims

Afghanistan and Pakistan on Wednesday announced a ceasefire following days of intensified border violence, which killed dozens of people on both sides. The two countries, however, offer conflicting accounts of which country requested the truce.

2025-10-15T15:46:30.972538+00:00 IST

Afghan Foreign Minister Muttaqi concludes six-day India visit

Before his departure, Muttaqi was presented with a sacred shawl and cap (Fez) belonging to Sheikh-ul-Hind Maulana Mahmud Hasan by his family.

2025-10-15T14:30:46.200765+00:00 IST

Baloch leader Hyrbyair Marri expresses solidarity with Afghans

Marri recalled that throughout history, Afghans have stood by the Baloch during their difficult times, whether by offering refuge or extending aid, and the Baloch have always reciprocated. "When the Afghans fought their independence war against Persian occupation, the Baloch were fighting beside them," he stated, adding that the Baloch remained allies of the Afghans throughout their struggles in the subcontinent.

2025-10-15T12:19:49.344052+00:00 IST

China’s expanding nuclear arsenal raises fears

During the military parade on September 3 in Tiananmen Square, China showcased three missiles capable of carrying nuclear payloads: the JL-1 air-launched ballistic missile, the JL-3 submarine-launched intercontinental missile, and the DF-61 surface-to-surface intercontinental missile.

2025-10-15T11:38:58.402764+00:00 IST

India sends anti-radiation drugs to Indonesia

Responding swiftly to a request from Indonesia's Ministry of Health, the Embassy of India in Jakarta, through the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), mobilised and delivered the urgently required capsules to mitigate the effects of Cesium-137 (Cs-137) contamination.

2025-10-15T11:36:03.960500+00:00 IST

India-Mongolia trade nearly doubles as ties deepen across culture

Bilateral trade between India and Mongolia has nearly doubled in just one year, rising from USD 60 million in 2023 to USD 110 million in 2024. This significant growth reflects the deepening economic and diplomatic cooperation between the two nations, which have been celebrating 70 years of diplomatic relations and a decade of strategic partnership.

2025-10-15T11:25:41.203632+00:00 IST

China forces thousands of Tibetans to attend ‘Fake Panchen Lama’

The four-day religious event took place from October 9 to 12 at the Kyi-kyi Nakha site of Tashi Lhunpo Monastery, which is the traditional residence of the Panchen Lamas in Shigatse. There is a previous instance of authorities mandating attendance at Gyaltsen Norbu's teachings; in 2016, he conducted a similar Kalachakra ceremony at Dechen Phodrang, close to Tashi Lhunpo Monastery, which sparked controversy after reports indicated that Chinese officials incentivised some Tibetans financially and coerced others into attending.

2025-10-15T11:02:25.734736+00:00 IST

‘India-Mongolia partnership going on very well': Dy PM Sainbuyan

The Deputy Prime Minister of Mongolia, Amarsaikhan Sainbuyan hailed the ties between India and Mongolia and said that they look forward to expanding cooperation across several avenues with India.

2025-10-15T09:41:20.546747+00:00 IST

Sri Lankan PM to make first official visit to India

Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya to visit India from October 16 to 18, marking her first official visit to the country since assuming office, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Wednesday.

2025-10-15T09:34:06.370833+00:00 IST

UAE Pavilion wraps up Expo 2025 Osaka participation

The UAE Pavilion has concluded its six-month participation in Expo 2025 Osaka, an event focused on innovation and cultural exchange, after attracting over five million physical and virtual visitors since its opening on April 13, 2025, making it one of the most visited international pavilions.

2025-10-15T09:23:00.505649+00:00 IST

Pakistan: Transgender community accuses police of forced eviction

Leaders representing transgender individuals asserted on Tuesday that police are forcibly removing members of their community from various districts in the province.

2025-10-15T09:20:45.236039+00:00 IST

PM Modi ondoles demise of Former Kenyan PM Odinga

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday expressed his condolences on the passing away of former Prime Minister of Kenya, Raila Odinga.

2025-10-15T09:14:45.392787+00:00 IST

Human rights group concludes meeting advocating rights for Pak

Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP), in collaboration with the Taiwan Foundation for Democracy (TFD), successfully held the 15th Human Rights Defenders (HRDs) Network Meeting and Project Closing Ceremony in Faisalabad.

2025-10-15T08:56:35.624028+00:00 IST

Drone strikes, military lockdown devastate Khuzdar 

The Khuzdar district in Balochistan, specifically Tehsil Zehri, has been under military lockdown for several days, with a curfew still enforced. Recent reports suggest that a drone strike conducted by Pakistani forces resulted in the deaths of six individuals, including women and children, while three others sustained injuries, as per a report by The Balochistan Post (TBP).

2025-10-15T08:42:09.401327+00:00 IST