Asia

SCO contributes to shaping fairer, multipolar world order: Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin said that the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) contributes to "shaping a multipolar world order" as it promotes equal cooperation without targeting any third parties and mutual respect for the uniqueness of each nation.

2025-08-31T04:06:54.857819+00:00 IST

Taiwan detects Chinese military activity around its territory

Taiwan recorded the presence of five PLA aircraft, six PLAN vessels and one official ship operating around its territory on Sunday, as reported by Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND).

2025-08-31T03:49:01.032424+00:00 IST

Protest by Baloch families enters 46th day

Families of abducted Baloch leaders continued steadfast with their protest as it entered 46th day, Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) said on Saturday.

2025-08-31T03:45:39.540461+00:00 IST

Russian President Putin arrives in Tianjin for SCO Summit

This marks yet another visit by Putin to China, following his state visit in May 2024.

2025-08-31T03:06:13.516393+00:00 IST

Tianjin: SCO to map course towards greater regional security

The SCO Summit, scheduled to take place on Sunday and Monday in Tianjin, will feature the participation of more than 20 foreign leaders and 10 heads of international organisations.

2025-08-31T02:45:00.655879+00:00 IST

PM Modi to hold bilateral meeting with Chinese President

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to hold a bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit here on Sunday, as part of his two-day official visit to the country.

2025-08-31T01:21:52.762924+00:00 IST

Pakistan: Short-term inflation rises 3.57% amid surge in food pri

Short-term inflation in Pakistan, measured through the Sensitive Price Index (SPI), climbed 3.57 per cent year-on-year for the week ending August 28, primarily driven by a sharp rise in prices of perishable food items, Dawn reported, citing official figures released on Friday.

2025-08-31T01:01:27.047667+00:00 IST

Tehreek-e-Insaf orders complete withdrawal from Punjab by-polls

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has issued strict instructions to all party officials and workers to fully comply with its decision to boycott the upcoming by-elections in the Punjab province, directing all its candidates to immediately withdraw their nomination papers, as reported by Geo News, citing The News on Saturday.

2025-08-31T00:55:47.860790+00:00 IST

Putin says Russia, China "united in strengthening BRICS"

Russian President Vladimir Putin has asserted that Moscow and Beijing are "united in strengthening" the BRICS grouping to address global issues, including showing opposition to "discriminatory sanctions" which he claims are impeding the socioeconomic development of member states and the broader international community.

2025-08-30T22:33:11.628784+00:00 IST

Over 90 pc Afghans back girls’ right to education: UN Survey

A new United Nations survey has found that over 90 per cent of Afghans support girls' access to education, even as the Taliban continues to enforce a ban on female secondary and higher education, Khaama Press reported.

2025-08-30T22:32:39.888349+00:00 IST

Monsoon floods claim 831 lives across Pakistan: NDMA

Pakistan's National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has confirmed 16 new deaths in the last two days, bringing the total death toll from flooding and rain-related incidents across the country over the past two months to 831, The Express Tribune reported on Saturday.

2025-08-30T21:06:23.867227+00:00 IST

Nepal Prime Minister holds bilateral talk with Chinese President,

Oli had flown to Tianjin on Saturday morning from Kathmandu and held the meeting with the Chinese President hours after landing in the host city of the 25th SCO summit.

2025-08-30T18:05:29.941579+00:00 IST

Indian envoy holds talks with CDS to strengthen defence ties

Their discussions centred on strengthening military cooperation and expanding the defence partnership between India and Germany.

2025-08-30T17:49:04.935334+00:00 IST

'PM Modi's visit to inject new momentum into China-India ties'

Chinese Ambassador to India Xu Feihong on Saturday warmly welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Tianjin on his visit to China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit and expressed confidence that the "visit will inject new momentum into China-India relations."

2025-08-30T17:22:31.609211+00:00 IST

PM shares glimpse of special welcome by China's Indian community

The Prime Minister was accorded a red-carpet welcome at Binhai International Airport before heading to his hotel, where the Indian and Chinese diaspora greeted him with cultural performances. Traditional Kathak and Odissi dances, along with classical music, highlighted India's rich heritage.

2025-08-30T17:11:57.691338+00:00 IST

'US involvement had nothing to do with the ceasefire with Pak'

India has termed the US decision on tariffs as "extremely unfortunate"

2025-08-30T16:02:07.369024+00:00 IST

PM Modi, President Zelenskyy discuss peace efforts,

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a telephone conversation on Saturday (local time) with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy ahead of the SCO summit, where they discussed the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict and expressed India's full support for efforts to restore peace and stability.

2025-08-30T15:53:15.938656+00:00 IST

"I almost cried... I love Modi," says Chinese woman

She expressed her excitement, saying she was overwhelmed with joy upon seeing the Prime Minister. "Today we are very happy to come here to see Modi ji... I love Modi, I love India," she shared.

2025-08-30T14:45:23.524423+00:00 IST

Indian Navy warship visits Port Moresby to join Papua New Guinea

The Indian Navy's indigenous ASW Corvette INS Kadmatt arrived at Port Moresby on Saturday to participate in Papua New Guinea's 50th Independence Day celebrations, reaffirming the growing friendship and maritime partnership between India and Papua New Guinea.

2025-08-30T13:33:51.570810+00:00 IST

UNPO Webinar hears Baloch testimony on Pakistan’s brutality and m

"Balochistan makes up 42 per cent of Pakistan's land area and is rich in minerals and resources. Yet its people are among the most oppressed. Those who speak against injustices are abducted, tortured, or killed," Dr. Baloch said.

2025-08-30T13:21:57.415377+00:00 IST