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Indian Army rescues civilians in flood-hit Bhutan

In a swift and coordinated response to severe flooding in Bhutan, the Indian Army on Sunday successfully carried out a high-risk rescue operation, airlifting stranded civilians to safety from the Phuentsholing area, according to a press release by the Indian Army.

2025-10-05T15:00:16.047834+00:00 IST

Indian Army assists in swift flood rescue operation in Bhutan

Despite challenging weather conditions, a coordinated rescue effort between Bhutanese authorities and the Indian Army ensured all affected individuals were brought to safety. When a Druk Air helicopter was unable to take off due to inclement weather in Paro. Bhutan sought urgent support from India.

2025-10-05T14:37:46.960590+00:00 IST

India charts course for 2026 BRICS Presidency at RI Conference

BRICS Sherpa, Dammu Ravi, reflected on India's evolving role within the bloc and underlined the importance of building consensus on shared priorities ahead of the 2026 Summit.

2025-10-05T14:21:13.134632+00:00 IST

UK mosque set on fire in suspected hate crime, two inside escaped

A mosque in Peacehaven, a quiet coastal town near Brighton, was deliberately set on fire on Saturday night in what police are treating as a hate crime. Two people were inside the building when the attack took place, but they managed to escape unharmed.

2025-10-05T13:39:04.426034+00:00 IST

US-China relationships in many ways going to influence politics

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday underlined the increasing influence of US-China relations on the global political landscape and warned of a growing trend of competition and risk in international affairs.

2025-10-05T13:19:58.947453+00:00 IST

World is seeing “growth in opposition to globalisation": EAM

At the 4th Kautilya Economic Conclave, EAM S Jaishankar said, "Today, the nature of weaponry, the nature of war has fundamentally changed. We have seen that in multiple conflicts, starting with Azerbaijan-Armenia, Ukraine-Russia and Israel-Iran; so, contactless war, often with standoff weapons, but which can have a very impactful, sometimes even a decisive outcome. These are today the characteristics of the landscape of these turbulent times. The sentiment that characterises the turbulent times is a growth in the opposition to globalisation in many parts of the world."

2025-10-05T12:50:05.770767+00:00 IST

"India stands with Nepal in this difficult time": PM Modi

"The loss of lives and damage caused by heavy rains in Nepal is distressing. We stand with the people and Government of Nepal in this difficult time. As a friendly neighbour and first responder, India remains committed to providing any assistance that may be required," PM Modi wrote on X.

2025-10-05T10:48:17.313122+00:00 IST

India-Malaysia enhance engagement during INS Sahyadri port call

INS Sahyadri, India's ndigenously built Guided Missile Stealth Frigate made a port call at Kemaman from October 2-5 as a part of the Eastern Fleet's Operational Deployment to the South China Sea and Indo-pacific. It's visit provided an opporunity for enhanced interaction between India and Malaysia. The Commanding Officer called on First Admiral Abd Halim bin Kamarudin, Deputy Commander Naval Region 1, Headquarters, Kuantan Naval Base the Indian Navy Spokesperson shared on Sunday.

2025-10-05T09:38:40.028229+00:00 IST

India, UK participate in joint maritime Exercise Konkan

The United Kingdom's Carrier Strike Group (CSG), led by HMS Prince of Wales aircraft carrier, commenced Exercise Konkan with the Indian Navy in the Western Indian Ocean, the British High Commission shared on Sunday.

2025-10-05T09:20:54.909540+00:00 IST

Bhutan's Tala Dam overflow sparks flood alert in Bengal, NDRF on

The National Centre for Hydrology and Meteorology (NCHM), Bhutan, confirmed that the Druk Green Power Corporation (DGPC) reported a malfunction in the dam gates, which failed to open, resulting in river water spilling over the structure. Bhutan has formally alerted the West Bengal government to prepare for possible impacts.

2025-10-05T09:20:34.367306+00:00 IST

Sammi Deen demands answers for Shabir's disappearance

On the 9th anniversary of Baloch student leader Shabir Baloch's disappearance, human rights activist Sammi Deen Baloch highlighted the family's ongoing struggle and the continued silence of the state authorities.

2025-10-05T08:47:00.706356+00:00 IST

Death toll rises to 40 in two days of rain-induced disaster in Ne

Additionally, 11 people have been reported missing in disaster-related incidents, confirmed APF Joint Spokesperson Shailendra Thapa.

2025-10-05T08:23:03.175759+00:00 IST

Dalai Lama extends wishes to Archibishop-designate of Canterbury

Vatican News further mentioned that Bishop Mullally succeeds Archbishop Justin Welby. She has served as the Bishop of London since 2018, becoming the first woman to hold that role, and previously served as the Bishop of Crediton in the Diocese of Exeter.

2025-10-05T07:44:00.054648+00:00 IST

Pak: Teachers, students protest across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Students gathered on roads while teachers chose to boycott classes. They urged the government to retract its decision to outsource colleges that have lower enrollment, particularly those situated in remote areas of the province.

2025-10-05T07:17:49.040345+00:00 IST

MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh to represent India at IUCN Conservation C

Union Minister of State for Environment, Forests, and Climate Change, and External Affairs, Kirti Vardhan Singh, will represent India at the IUCN Conservation Congress 2025 in Abu Dhabi from October 9.

2025-10-05T07:00:39.059439+00:00 IST

Expert slams global silence on Pakistan’s crackdown in PoK, calls

At least 10 people were killed and more than 100 injured as Pakistani forces opened fire on protesters demanding affordable electricity and flour in Muzaffarabad, Dheerkot, Rawalakot and Mirpur, Arizanti noted.

2025-10-05T06:46:24.977956+00:00 IST

At least 18 dead in rain-triggered disaster in Eastern Nepal

At least 18 people are dead in flooding and landslide incidents in Ilam of Eastern Nepal in last 24 hours, Police confirmed.

2025-10-05T05:10:30.425225+00:00 IST

China braces for 'strongest' storms as typhoon Matmo landfall nea

China's National Meteorological Centre has raised the typhoon warning to red, the highest possible level, warning that the storm could intensify into a severe typhoon before making landfall around noon on Sunday, as per Xinhua.

2025-10-05T04:42:45.876361+00:00 IST

Pak: Afghan cleric shot dead amid violence against refugees

The residents said that refugees in Raza Khan Maryamzai are facing mounting fear and uncertainty as Pakistan continues a relentless crackdown and deportation campaign on Afghans.

2025-10-05T02:52:36.207525+00:00 IST

Taiwan detects presence of 9 Chinese sorties, 6 PLAN vessels

As per the MND, of the nine, two sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern ADIZ.

2025-10-05T01:39:12.647197+00:00 IST

Pak: 4 die in 6 shooting incidents across Karachi

A shopkeeper was shot dead over resisting a robbery in Orangi Town neighbourhood of Karachi, while a robber was also killed in the incident. The robbers had committed robbery in an LPG shop in the limits of Iqbal Market police station.

2025-10-05T01:36:20.710216+00:00 IST