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Nepal’s Gen-Z leaders promote Sushila Karki to lead interim govt

Nepal's Gen-Z leaders are backing Sushila Karki to head an interim government, showcasing their support for her leadership amidst ongoing protests.

2025-09-11T12:12:12.581706+00:00 IST

Nepal experiencing political meltdown: Former envoy Rakesh Sood

ormer Indian Ambassador to Nepal, Rakesh Sood, commented on the ongoing political crisis in Nepal, stating that the country is experiencing a "political meltdown" and a "complete legal vacuum."

2025-09-11T11:42:53.372776+00:00 IST

Mauritius key to 'Neighbourhood First', Global South: Misri

Mauritius PM Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam is on an 8-day visit to India. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said Mauritius is key to India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy and Global South engagement, with strong ties reflected in multiple MoUs signed between the two countries.

2025-09-11T10:59:57.159072+00:00 IST

"PM emphasises taking foreign policy out of Delhi": Misri

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Wednesday underlined the importance of taking diplomacy beyond the national capital while highlighting India's decision to extend a special economic package to Mauritius during PM Ramgoolam's ongoing State visit.

2025-09-11T10:52:09.702860+00:00 IST

Nepal President urges peace amid ongoing unrest

Amid ongoing unrest in the country for the past several days, Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel on Thursday appealed to maintain peace, asserting that he is making "every effort" to find a way out of the current situation.

2025-09-11T10:50:47.385829+00:00 IST

"Two giant ships...move forward together": China FM Wang Yi

Lin Jian, Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China, shared details of the telephonic conversation between Wang and Rubio. In a post on X, Lin said that the Chinese Foreign Minister stressed adhering to the strategic guidance of the two heads of state and implementing their consensus.

2025-09-11T10:45:56.530466+00:00 IST

India, Mauritius sign major agreements

India and Mauritius on Thursday deepened their strategic and developmental partnership with the signing of multiple agreements and the announcement of a comprehensive Special Economic Package exceeding USD 680 million.

2025-09-11T09:42:59.988994+00:00 IST

Gen Z leaders cite 'rampant corruption' as reason for protests

As anti-establishment protests led by Nepal's Gen Z continue across the country, youth leaders at the forefront of the demonstrations have stated that the widespread corruption and political stagnation were the core reasons behind their mass mobilisation against the government.

2025-09-11T09:36:35.146347+00:00 IST

Taiwan’s president warns China’s expansion threatens global stabi

Taiwanese President William Lai has cautioned that China's growing military power and diplomatic influence are a global threat, not just a concern for Taiwan. Lai said Taiwan would work closely with democratic allies to safeguard peace in the Indo-Pacific through deterrence and strength, as cited by the Taipei Times.

2025-09-11T09:05:09.811196+00:00 IST

Mauritius chose Indian vessel over UK for Chagos flag visit: Ramg

Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam on Thursday revealed that after the UK handed over the sovereignty of the Chagos Archipelago, including Diego Garcia, to Mauritius, a vessel was offered by the British Government to hoist its national flag there but Port Louis declined, opting instead for an Indian vessel due to its symbolic significance

2025-09-11T09:03:07.972824+00:00 IST

PM Modi announces Special Economic Package for Mauritius

"Today we have decided on a Special Economic Package keeping in mind the needs and priorities of Mauritius. It will strengthen infrastructure, create new employment opportunities, and strengthen health facilities," PM modi said in a joint media briefing.

2025-09-11T08:49:23.912729+00:00 IST

Mauritius PM Ramgoolam lauds India’s continued support, expertise

Addressing a joint press briefing after the bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Ramgoolam highlighted the deep-rooted ties between the two nations and expressed gratitude for India's continued support in areas critical to Mauritius' national development, including health, education, capacity building, renewable energy, infrastructure, and maritime security.

2025-09-11T08:30:46.006651+00:00 IST

PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Mauritius PM Ramgoolam

"Not just partners, we are family": PM Modi holds bilateral talks with Mauritius PM Ramgoolam

2025-09-11T08:00:13.122851+00:00 IST

Families plead for justice as enforced disappearances continue

A series of alarming reports of enforced disappearances has emerged from Balochistan, with five individuals allegedly abducted from various districts in recent weeks. Families of the victims have raised urgent appeals for their safe recovery, calling attention to the ongoing human rights crisis in the region, as reported by The Balochistan Post.

2025-09-11T07:13:22.174975+00:00 IST

Nepal: Death toll from Gen Z protests rises to 31

The death toll from the ongoing Gen Z protests in the Kathmandu Valley has climbed to 31, The Kathmandu Post reported, citing officials from the Department of Forensic Medicine at Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, where the deceased have been brought for postmortem examinations.

2025-09-11T06:50:41.151335+00:00 IST

PM Modi, Mauritius PM Ramgoolam meet in Varanasi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with his Mauritian counterpart, Navinchandra Ramgoolam on Thursday. The Mauritius PM is on his first overseas bilateral visit to India in his current term, from September 9-16.

2025-09-11T06:33:57.795855+00:00 IST

Nepal set for key talks on interim govt as Gen Z backs Karki

Negotiations are scheduled for Wednesday between the Nepalese Army, Nepal's President Ram Chandra Paudel, and representatives of Gen Z youth to determine the leadership of an interim government amid ongoing political unrest, The Himalayan Post reported.

2025-09-11T06:28:31.707578+00:00 IST

Islamabad court issues arrest warrant for KP CM Gandapur in liquo

An Islamabad district and sessions court has issued an arrest warrant for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur in connection with an alleged liquor and illegal weapons recovery case, Geo News reported.

2025-09-11T05:55:07.971572+00:00 IST

Mauritius PM Ramgoolam meets FS Vikram Misri

Prime Minister of Mauritius, Navinchandra Ramgoolam met Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri here in Varanasi on Thursday during the leader's visit to India from September 9-16. He is scheduled to meet PM Modi later today.

2025-09-11T05:53:12.044930+00:00 IST

EA responds to recruitment of Indians in Russian Army 

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said on Thursday that India has taken up the matter of Indian nationals being recruited in the Russian Army with the authorities in both Delhi and Moscow, asking that the practice be ended and the nationals be released.

2025-09-11T05:39:04.693412+00:00 IST

Pakistan's govt approves climate, agricultural emergency

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif gave in-principle approval for the declaration of a climate and agricultural emergency in response to the devastating impact of monsoon rains and widespread flooding across Pakistan, as reported by The Express Tribune.

2025-09-11T05:38:43.628073+00:00 IST