Asia

Ex-Prez Karzai condemns alleged Pakistani airstrike in Nuristan

Former Afghan President Hamid Karzai condemned a reported Pakistani airstrike in Nuristan, urging respect for Afghanistan's sovereignty and international law. Taliban authorities remain silent, while reports suggest the strike may have targeted TTP positions, further straining Kabul-Islamabad relations, Khaama Press reported.

2025-08-15T03:13:14.577456+00:00 IST

China ramps up military activity around Taiwan

Taiwan's Ministry of Defence detected seven Chinese aircraft, two Chinese naval vessels operating around its territorial waters as of 6 am (local time) on Friday.

2025-08-15T01:28:45.037409+00:00 IST

India Mission in UK marks Partition Horrors Remembrance Day

The High Commission of India in London observed Partition Horrors Remembrance Day with a commemorative event to honour the lives lost and the strength of those who survived during the partition of India in 1947.

2025-08-15T00:12:50.846180+00:00 IST

China confirms ongoing dialogue with India

Amid reports that Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi may visit New Delhi on August 18 to meet Indian National Security Adviser Ajit Doval, China said that the two countries remain engaged in dialogue across multiple levels but stopped short of confirming the visit.

2025-08-14T22:59:47.898895+00:00 IST

'Only Trump knows what's next...': Former Dy NSA Pankaj Saran

"There's only one man in the world who knows what's going to happen next, and that is President Trump. Not even his cabinet officials. They're also the last to know, as we are," Saran said.

2025-08-14T22:13:07.431271+00:00 IST

Impose ‘illogical’ additional Trump tariff on Turkey, EU...: Kant

Former NITI Aayog CEO and G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant on Thursday slammed the additional 25 per cent tariff imposed by US President Donald Trump on Indian goods, calling it "totally arbitrary" and without "any logic." He said that the US should apply the same duty on other countries and importers that continue to buy critical minerals from Russia.

2025-08-14T19:36:37.768799+00:00 IST

UAE Rescue Team continues forest firefighting operations

The UAE Rescue Team is continuing its efforts for the fourth consecutive day to extinguish multiple wildfires in various locations across the Republic of Albania, in close coordination with Albanian authorities.

2025-08-14T17:46:10.243494+00:00 IST

Singapore wishes India on 79th Independence Day eve

High Commissioner of Singapore to India, Simon Wong extended greetings to the country on the eve of the 79th Independence Day celebrations.

2025-08-14T17:39:45.035134+00:00 IST

India, China in talks to resume border trade: MEA

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday said that both countries are working to facilitate the resumption of trade through designated points, specifically: Lipulekh Pass in Uttarakhand, Shipki La Pass in Himachal Pradesh and Nathu La Pass in Sikkim.

2025-08-14T17:04:56.962867+00:00 IST

Amid US tariff war, Amitabh Kant urges India–China joint ventures

While responding to how India should navigate the dilemma of dealing with China, which is the second-largest economy, despite being a large trading partner, Amitabh Kant told ANI that it is in India's economic interest that instead of importing from China, the country should aim at joint ventures with Chinese companies.

2025-08-14T16:55:27.399687+00:00 IST

Slovak Ambassador greets India on the eve of Independence Day

Standing in front of the 11 Murthi statue of Mahatma Gandhi in Delhi, he recorded a special message in Hindi for the occasion.

2025-08-14T16:38:09.241594+00:00 IST

Tibetan Monk missing months after arrest, family demands trial

As per the report, the Tibetan man was forcibly detained by the Chinese authorities in Sangchu County, Kanlho (Gannan) Prefecture in Tibet's traditional province of Amdo, incorporated into China's Gansu Province. As per CTA, the authorities, thereafter, carried out a search operation at his residence, seizing numerous documents and materials related to the Kirti Monasteries' General Buddhist Education Supervisory Group.

2025-08-14T15:48:39.774915+00:00 IST

De-dollarisation is not part of India's financial agenda: MEA

"We have made our position very clear on this issue earlier as well. De-dollarisation is not part of India's financial agenda," MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said at the weekly media briefing when asked about Brazilian President Lula's statement that BRICS nations may consider an alternative currency amid tension with the United States over steep tariffs on BRICS nations.

2025-08-14T15:48:15.706415+00:00 IST

MEA responds to cases of violence against Indians in Ireland 

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday said that it has strongly taken up the cases of acts of violence against Indian nationals in Ireland. Noting that the Embassy is in touch with the victims, MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that they are in touch with the community members and extending all possible support.

2025-08-14T15:19:13.740974+00:00 IST

MCA-Nepal signs $ 154.5 mn agreement for electricity transmission

"Today, the Millennium Challenge Account-Nepal (MCA-Nepal) signed two major contracts to advance the compact's Electricity Transmission Project, jointly funded by the governments of Nepal and the United States. The milestone signals both governments' commitment to delivering on one of Nepal's most transformative infrastructure partnerships," the release added.

2025-08-14T15:09:25.348511+00:00 IST

"Imputations, misrepresentations, one-sided projections": MEA

Addressing the weekly media briefing, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasised that India does not attach any credence to such biased assessments and remains focused on advancing human rights through inclusive governance and development.

2025-08-14T14:50:58.108956+00:00 IST

India rejects award issued by Court of Arbitration under IWT

India on Thursday firmly rejected the recent award issued by the Hague-based Court of Arbitration under the Indus Waters Treaty, citing the court's lack of jurisdiction, legitimacy, and competence.

2025-08-14T14:18:42.669179+00:00 IST

Taiwan FM Lin confirms Japan visit amid China’s backlash

This marked the first instance where Lin publicly acknowledged the previously reported trip. Although it wasn't Lin's first visit to Japan as a Taiwanese high-ranking official, such occurrences are usually not made public due to the lack of formal diplomatic relations between Taiwan and Japan. Lin mentioned that Taiwan is "cultivating friendships with nations globally," according to CNA.

2025-08-14T13:56:53.957210+00:00 IST

South Korean FM Cho Hyun to visit India from August 15-17

The MEA said in a media advisory on Thursday that the South Korean Foreign Minister would arrive in New Delhi on Friday evening and meet External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar on Saturday.

2025-08-14T13:13:46.607551+00:00 IST

Jaishankar to visit Moscow later this month: MEA

The development comes amid strain in India's ties with the US over New Delhi's procurement of crude oil from Russia.

2025-08-14T12:47:33.601983+00:00 IST

Balochistan: Authorities impose transport ban, internet blackout

These measures have resulted in a curfew-like situation throughout Balochistan, leading to considerable hardships for its inhabitants. The transport department has announced a statewide ban on public transportation from 5 p.m. to 5 a.m., warning that companies violating this directive will have their route permits revoked. This ban applies to national highways as well as all urban and rural areas in Balochistan.

2025-08-14T12:22:48.465391+00:00 IST