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Bangladesh Assistant HC in Agartala observes Martyrs’ Day

The Bangladesh Assistant High Commission, Agartala, observed the Great Martyrs' Day and International Mother Language Day-2026 with due respect and solemnity in Agartala on Saturday, organising a series of programmes to commemorate the historic Language Movement and honour the sacrifices of language martyrs.

2026-02-21T22:56:50.624255+00:00 IST

Pakistan strikes religious seminary in Afghanistan’s Paktika

Pakistani Air Force targeted a religious seminary in an attack on Bermal district in Afghanistan's Paktika province,

2026-02-21T22:54:26.704079+00:00 IST

Iran declares EU's naval and air forces "terrorists organisation"

Iran's Foreign Ministry declared European Union member states' naval forces and air forces as "terrorist organisation" as a reciprocal action against the EU's recognition of Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist entity.

2026-02-21T20:58:08.812588+00:00 IST

AI Impact Summit emphasises int'l cooperation for AI benefits

The summit focused on seven pillars: human capital development, access for social empowerment, trustworthy AI, energy efficiency, AI in science, democratizing AI resources, and AI for economic growth.

2026-02-21T20:56:39.336890+00:00 IST

People offer tributes on Antarjatik Matrabhasha Divas

Hasan Al Bashar Abul Ulayee, Bangladesh Assistant High Commissioner on the International Mother Language Day on Saturday, paid tributes to the departed souls who laid their lives in the honour of the national language.

2026-02-21T20:30:48.862964+00:00 IST

India-Brazil exchange MoU to strengthen cooperation in medical

India and Brazil exchanged a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the field of regulation of pharmaceutical and medical products.

2026-02-21T20:21:26.543274+00:00 IST

Brazil showing interest in India's Digital Public Infrastructure

Secretary (East) in the Ministry of External Affairs, P Kumaran, said on Saturday that Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, during his talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expressed interest in the Indian UPI payments system.

2026-02-21T19:50:23.357557+00:00 IST

India, Brazil set to boost their bilateral trade to $30 billion

Secretary (East) in the Ministry of External Affairs, P Kumaran, informed that the decision was made during Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's visit to India, where he emphasised that the earlier target wasn't ambitious enough.

2026-02-21T19:17:17.097411+00:00 IST

President Droupadi Murmu hosts Brazilian counterpart Lula

President Droupadi Murmu received Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, President of Brazil, at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in Delhi. She also hosted a banquet in his honour.

2026-02-21T18:57:53.958535+00:00 IST

"India, Brazil discussed about US Supreme Court judgment," MEA sa

Kumaran, while speaking at the Special Briefing by MEA on State visit of President of Brazil to India, said that it was a rather new development and both sides needed to study about it.

2026-02-21T17:33:38.532107+00:00 IST

Brazil keen for India to explore its critical minerals: MEA

Kumaran, while speaking at the Special Briefing by MEA on State visit of President of Brazil to India, said that while talking on the critical minerals, Silva said he would value India's partnership in the area of critical minerals.

2026-02-21T17:24:45.786065+00:00 IST

"Brazil is important strategic partner, key member of BRICS," MEA

Kumaran, while speaking at the Special Briefing by MEA on State visit of President of Brazil to India, said that during the meeting at Hyderabad House, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva exchanged views on bilateral, regional and global issues of mutual interest, including cooperation in multilateral fora.

2026-02-21T15:21:08.830695+00:00 IST

"Captivated," Chinese Envoy to India says on his Jaipur visit

The visit hints at a broader approach to boost tourism between both the nations.

2026-02-21T14:38:14.689295+00:00 IST

China accused of exporting Uyghur surveillance and intimidation w

On 15 February, WUC leaders joined approximately 70 members of the Swiss Uyghur diaspora for a community gathering in Switzerland. President Turgunjan Alawdun and Vice President Zumretay Arkin addressed the event, describing it as a show of unity amid mounting concerns over what rights groups term transnational repression.

2026-02-21T14:14:19.788872+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 3.8 strikes Myanmar

The earthquake occurred at a depth of 70km.

2026-02-21T13:53:57.927089+00:00 IST

Brazil Prez visit yields 10 outcomes across spectrum of bilateral

The MEA said that the outcomes focus on rare earth minerals, cooperation in MSMEs and more.

2026-02-21T13:30:06.286092+00:00 IST

Taiwan detects 8 sorties of Chinese aircraft, 7 vessels around it

All the sorties of PLA aircraft crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern, central and southwestern ADIZ.

2026-02-21T12:00:23.177850+00:00 IST

Indian Embassy in Azerbaijan launches Baku Evenings with session

The event featured Dhruv Trivedi, Lecturer of Sanskrit and Hindi at the Azerbaijan University of Languages, along with his enthusiastic students. Ambassador Abhay Kumar, an acclaimed writer, artist and language enthusiast himself, engaged directly with the young students, who shared their passion through recitations of timeless Sanskrit shlokas, lively Hindi conversations, and insightful discussions on Indian culture and literature.

2026-02-21T11:57:39.971581+00:00 IST

Faulty HIV figures raise alarm in NA panel as Pakistan risks glob

According to The Express Tribune, the concerns were voiced during a meeting of the National Assembly's Standing Committee on National Health Services, chaired by Mahesh Kumar Malani.

2026-02-21T11:14:55.792456+00:00 IST

PM Modi holds talks with Brazilian President on diverse sectors

PM Modi said that Silva's presence at the AI Summit has also infused new energy into our strategic partnership.

2026-02-21T10:57:37.558677+00:00 IST

Vale CEO flags enormous growth potential in India

Highlighting mining's central role in modern life, Pimenta said the sector will gain even greater relevance amid the global energy transition and rapid digitalisation. Citing industry estimates, he noted that mineral supply will need to expand five to six times the current installed capacity to meet future demand, presenting a significant challenge and opportunity for mining companies, as cited by Brasil 247

2026-02-21T09:59:33.261593+00:00 IST