Asia

US Ambassador-designate Sergio Gor at US Embassy in Delhi

In a post on X, the US Embassy in India wrote, "Excited to welcome Ambassador Sergio Gor to India! He will meet with Indian government counterparts to discuss opportunities to further deepen our ambitious strategic partnership and promote a safer, stronger, and more prosperous relationship."

2025-10-11T13:23:14.709513+00:00 IST

Taiwan expert mocks China’s ‘four-submarine blockade’ fantasy

A leading Taiwanese defence analyst has rejected the notion that China could effectively blockade Taiwan with only a handful of submarines, arguing that such a military manoeuvre is both logistically and strategically implausible, as reported by Taipei Times

2025-10-11T12:49:28.554735+00:00 IST

"Our future is bright," Taliban FM says on Deoband visit sideline

Muttaqi expressed his gratitude for being welcomed to Doband, and hoped that the relations between India and Taliban continue to improve.

2025-10-11T12:32:20.185578+00:00 IST

Philippines hit by twin quakes; 7 dead, tsunami warning issued

A powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck off the southern coast of the Philippines on Friday, killing at least six people. A second strong aftershock measuring 6.9 hit later the same day, claiming at least one more life and prompting tsunami warnings across the region, Al Jazeera reported, citing a local authorities statement.

2025-10-11T11:45:47.175039+00:00 IST

China’s reckless expansion turning Tibet into a climate catastrop

The study, released by the Stockholm Centre for South Asian and Indo-Pacific Affairs ahead of COP30, warns that Tibet, often called the "Roof of the World", is facing environmental breakdown with global implications.

2025-10-11T11:02:49.527543+00:00 IST

CSG exercise demonstrates UK–India ties: Vernon Coaker

On the sidelines of the visit by the UK Carrier Strike Group, UK Minister of State for Defence Lord Vernon Coaker visited Mumbai and hailed the collaboration as a testament to the strong ties between the two countries.

2025-10-11T10:41:02.561172+00:00 IST

Mongolian President to visit India from October 13–16

Ukhnaa will be accompanied by a high-level delegation comprising Cabinet Ministers, Members of Parliament, senior officials, business leaders, and cultural representatives.

2025-10-11T10:32:08.246609+00:00 IST

Sindhi leader denounces Pakistan’s Punjabi regime for anti-Afghan

Taking to X, Burfat emphasised that it is a moral responsibility of the Sindhi nation to bid farewell to their Afghan brothers and sisters with dignity and compassion. He asserted that the Sindhi people are not part of Punjab's political or military conspiracies aimed at destabilising Afghanistan. "The Punjabi establishment, along with its military machinery, has long been involved in anti-Afghan activities, but the Sindhi nation stands completely apart from these hostile agendas," he stated.

2025-10-11T09:04:28.685129+00:00 IST

Kaziranga Director Sonali Ghosh wins Kenton Miller Award

The award, presented by the IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas (WCPA), honours individuals who have made innovative contributions to the long-term sustainability of national parks and protected areas worldwide. It is named after Dr Kenton R. Miller, a pioneer in conservation and former Director General of IUCN.

2025-10-11T09:02:49.257590+00:00 IST

Jaishankar meets Ambassador Sergio Gor, discusses India-US ties

In a post on X, Jaishankar said, "Pleased to meet Ambassador-designate Sergio Gor of the US today in New Delhi. Discussed the India-US relationship and its global significance. Wish him the best for his new responsibility."

2025-10-11T08:44:48.571318+00:00 IST

Pakistani labour rights ignored: Hydropower workers block Karakor

Protesters said that despite the government's notification fixing the monthly wage for 26 working days at Rs 40,000, they were still being underpaid and forced to wait months for their dues.

2025-10-11T08:32:51.488328+00:00 IST

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor arrives at MEA

According to the US Embassy spokesperson, Ambassador Gor's formal presentation of credentials and move to India will take place "at a later date that has not yet been determined."

2025-10-11T07:51:52.909784+00:00 IST

Shooting at Ahmadi worship site in Lahore reveals state apathy

Condemning the assault, Ahmadiyya spokesperson Aamir Mahmood denounced the growing climate of hate and intolerance, stating that "continuous hate campaigns and incitement against Ahmadis" were fuelling such violent acts. He called on the government to act decisively against hate preachers and to ensure the protection of Ahmadi citizens.

2025-10-11T07:12:36.754592+00:00 IST

North Korea displays new hypersonic, nuclear missiles

The parade took place in Kim Il Sung Square and showcased two major weapons the Hwasong-11Ma hypersonic missile and the Hwasong-20 intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), which North Korean state media described as the country's "most powerful nuclear weapons."

2025-10-11T07:02:45.713743+00:00 IST

IndiGo to start daily direct flights between Delhi and Guangzhou

According to the airline, the flight from Delhi is scheduled to depart at 9:45 pm and arrive in Guangzhou at 4:40 am. The return flight from Guangzhou is scheduled to depart at 5:50 am and arrive in Delhi at 10:10 am. Tickets for the route are now available on the IndiGo website.

2025-10-11T06:27:00.130818+00:00 IST

BYC accuses Pak of using courts as tool of repression

According to The Balochistan Post, the organisation stated that its central organisers, Dr Mahrang Baloch, Beebarg Baloch, Sibghatullah Shah Jee, Beebow Baloch, and Gul Zadi Baloch, remain imprisoned under extended judicial remand after an already lengthy period of physical detention. Despite several court orders, the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) has yet to file a formal charge sheet, which the BYC described as a deliberate tactic to prolong their custody indefinitely.

2025-10-11T06:26:14.947983+00:00 IST

MEA clarifies "no involvement" in Afghan FM’s press interaction

"MEA had no involvement in the press interaction held yesterday by the Afghan FM in Delhi," the ministry said in a statement.

2025-10-11T04:46:54.592638+00:00 IST

Pakistan: TLP march turns violent, clashes erupt with police

According to Dawn, the march dubbed the "Gaza March" by the group was launched after Friday prayers from the party's headquarters on Multan Road in Lahore. The procession, led by TLP chief Saad Rizvi, drew thousands of supporters, many chanting religious slogans and carrying sticks, rods, and bricks.

2025-10-11T04:16:54.920600+00:00 IST

China slams US proposal to bar its airlines from Russian airspace

Responding to the US move, a spokesperson for China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said, "Barring Chinese airlines from flying over Russia on flights to and from the US would hinder travel and people-to-people exchanges."

2025-10-11T03:35:17.434823+00:00 IST

Mumbai’s first underground metro line fully operational

The newly constructed metro corridor will reduce travel time between Mumbai International Airport and Cuffe Parade to about 45 minutes, cutting the north-south Mumbai journey from nearly two hours, according to the official release.

2025-10-11T02:51:45.377260+00:00 IST

Saudi-Pak defence pact formalises long-standing...: US analyst

"As far as Pakistan and Saudi Arabia announcing their deal, I think my understanding always was that they had a de facto alliance, if not an official one. There had always been a question of whether Pakistan would even furnish a nuclear weapon to Saudi Arabia. They are, after all, a nuclear-weapon state outside of the Non-Proliferation Treaty," Horton said.

2025-10-11T01:02:12.433978+00:00 IST