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Italian disciples of Mahi Guruji on spiritual journey in India

India's traditions of dharma, spirituality and cultural unity are drawing admirers from across the globe. Three Italian nationals - Sivya, Julia and Radha - are currently on a spiritual tour of India, immersing themselves in Indian languages, music and rituals. Their journey reflects a growing global fascination with Indian spiritual heritage.

2025-09-11T04:54:42.843584+00:00 IST

Nepal: At least 12 inmates wounded after army fired shots

Around 12 to 13 inmates were injured after the Nepalese Army fired shots on Thursday morning to stop a mass escape attempt at the Ramechhap District Prison, The Kathmandu Post reported, citing officials.

2025-09-11T04:51:37.756281+00:00 IST

Nepal Army extends curfew in Kathmandu, other districts

In a statement on Thursday, the Army said that essential service vehicles and institutions would be allowed to operate. To ease the difficulties for residents, shops selling daily necessities will remain open from 6 am to 9 am and 5 pm to 7 pm today, with people urged to shop in small groups.

2025-09-11T04:32:58.123472+00:00 IST

France-US discuss Russian drone incursions, Doha strikes

French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday held a telephonic conversation with US President Donald Trump, where the two leaders discussed current geopolitical developments in Russia following the drone incursions and the Israeli strikes into Qatar.

2025-09-11T04:07:42.728478+00:00 IST

Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah backs Sushila Karki for Nepal's interi

Kathmandu Metropolitan City Mayor Balendra Shah 'Balen' has voiced his support for the proposal to appoint former Chief Justice of Nepal, Sushila Karki, as the head of an interim government, while calling on Nepal's youth, particularly Gen Z, to remain calm and patient amid the ongoing protest and political upheaval after nationwide demonstrations against alleged corruption in the country.

2025-09-11T03:47:38.488907+00:00 IST

Taiwan records 14 PLA aircraft, 5 PLAN vessels around territory

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) recorded the presence of 14 PLA aircraft, 5 PLAN vessels and one official ship operating around its territory on Thursday.

2025-09-11T02:12:35.888479+00:00 IST

PM Modi speaks to Qatar Amir

Both leaders expressed satisfaction over the continued progress in the India-Qatar Strategic Partnership, which has seen sustained growth in areas such as trade, investment, and security cooperation. They reaffirmed their mutual commitment to advancing bilateral cooperation across all fields of mutual interest, as per the press statement.

2025-09-11T01:26:48.642471+00:00 IST

India supports Malaysia’s ASEAN chairmanship at EAS preparatory meeting

In his address, Kumaran highlighted India's commitment to ASEAN's centrality and unity, which remains a key pillar of India's Act East Policy.

2025-09-11T00:27:20.130186+00:00 IST

ORF and OECD formalise partnership to foster collaboration on key

The five-year partnership will focus on key areas such as economic diplomacy, trade and investment, climate and sustainability, digital transformation, and critical sectors like infrastructure and supply chains. Joint activities will include research, events, and participation in flagship platforms.

2025-09-11T00:24:12.387145+00:00 IST

Upendra Dwivedi meets Myanmar Army Commander

Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi met Lieutenant General Ko Ko Oo, the Commander of BSO-1 in the Myanmar Army, on Wednesday to discuss ways to advance bilateral defence cooperation and military-to-military relations.

2025-09-11T00:03:08.270362+00:00 IST

"To maintain law and order, Nepal requires...", says student

A day after Nepalese Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli resigned, leaving a leadership vacuum in the country amid heightened political tensions following violent protests, youth in Kathmandu voiced support for law and order.

2025-09-10T23:23:12.494989+00:00 IST

"It's always better when we talk": USIBC President Atul Keshap

USIBC President Atul Keshap stressed the importance of dialogue between PM Modi and US President Trump, urging both countries to strengthen trade ties and work together for global peace and stability, highlighting India's growing influence in world affairs amid rising tensions in Europe.

2025-09-10T20:24:10.576210+00:00 IST

Nepal leaders were playing 'Kaun Banega Pradhan Mantri'

Foreign affairs expert Sushant Sareen on Wednesday shared insights on Nepal's tumultuous situation, comparing it with a game of musical chairs, where leaders were more focused on becoming prime minister than addressing pressing public issues.

2025-09-10T17:24:53.015003+00:00 IST

Dharmendra Pradhan meets ADEK Chairperson

Union Minister for Education, Dharmendra Pradhan, met Sara Musallam, Chairperson, ADEK, at the start of his two-day visit to the United Arab Emirates.

2025-09-10T17:10:23.478530+00:00 IST

Indian Embassy in China issues advisory for citizens in Tibet

The Indian Embassy in Beijing advised citizens stranded in Tibet during the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra to exercise caution due to Nepal's situation, high altitude, and tough terrain, urging them to follow local advisories and contact the embassies in Beijing or Kathmandu for assistance.

2025-09-10T17:07:23.412254+00:00 IST

"Relationship is important to both, renewed effort being made'

"On Friday, he (Trump) commented publicly and in social media that the US-India relationship is a special relationship and there are moments that the two countries have on occasion but it will all work out all right and the Prime Minister had responded very positively and then this morning he has come out with another comment saying that he's happy to announce that trade negotiations have resumed and he's confident that soon some outcome will be there and the Prime Minister has responded. So I would say that I think from both sides, there is a recognition that the relationship is important to both and a renewed effort is now being made to stabilise the relationship...," Singh told ANI.

2025-09-10T16:18:36.001853+00:00 IST

At SCO-RATS meet, India calls to punish Pahalgam attack sponsors

Deputy National Security Adviser TV Ravichandran emphasised the need to hold accountable the "sponsors, organisers, and financiers" behind the brutal Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people, mostly tourists, in Jammu and Kashmir's Baisaran Valley on April 22, 2025.

2025-09-10T16:02:59.740834+00:00 IST

Death toll rises to 30 in Nepal’s Gen-Z protests

The Health Ministry said emergency services have been mobilised to cope with the surge in patients and instructed hospitals to remain on high alert.

2025-09-10T16:01:07.383267+00:00 IST

Mauritius PM Ramgoolam arrives in Varanasi

Prime Minister of Mauritius, Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam, arrived in Varanasi for a ceremonial welcome and Guard of Honour. He was warmly received by Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel, highlighting growing diplomatic and cultural ties between Mauritius and India, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said.

2025-09-10T15:39:02.515367+00:00 IST

PM Modi expresses deep concern over Doha attack

PM Narendra Modi spoke with Qatar's Amir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, expressing concern over the attacks in Doha. He said India condemns the violation of Qatar's sovereignty, supports dialogue and diplomacy to avoid escalation, and stands firmly for regional peace and against terrorism in all forms.

2025-09-10T15:35:47.633117+00:00 IST

India, UAE deepen comprehensive strategic partnership

During the meeting, they reviewed the multi-faceted India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership covering the areas of trade, investment, defence, security, technology, energy, education, culture and people-to-people ties, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said.

2025-09-10T15:00:46.205488+00:00 IST