Asia

IDF says strikes crippled Iran’s nuclear plans, missile arsenal

Israel said it launched surprise strikes on Iran's nuclear and missile sites, killing key scientists and commanders. The 12-day operation destroyed major facilities and defense systems. The IDF claimed it prevented a larger counterattack and warned that Iran still poses a serious threat.

2025-06-27T12:48:59.433067+00:00 IST

Iran denies US talks, halts UN nuclear oversight after strikes

Iran has ruled out talks with the US, contradicting President Trump's claims. Foreign Minister Araghchi said Iran is assessing damage from recent US-Israel strikes on its nuclear sites and may seek compensation. Iran also suspended cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog, escalating tensions over its nuclear program.

2025-06-27T12:44:42.379359+00:00 IST

Hindus in Bangladesh celebrate Rath Yatra

Hindus in Bangladesh on Friday have begun celebrations of the traditional Rath Yatra festivals amid tight security measures.

2025-06-27T12:42:06.698288+00:00 IST

United Nations: Afghans lead 2026 refugee resettlement needs

UNHCR estimates that 2.5 million refugees will need resettlement in 2026, with Afghans as the largest group. Over 393,000 Afghan migrants were deported from Iran and Pakistan this year, TOLO News reported. Afghan citizens are urging better support and education to avoid forced migration.

2025-06-27T12:41:18.552895+00:00 IST

Dalai Lama’s 90th birth anniversary to be celebrated in Delhi

The International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) will hold a special event on Sunday, July 13, at the Ashoka Hotel in New Delhi to celebrate the 90th birth anniversary of the 14th Dalai Lama.

2025-06-27T12:14:28.398430+00:00 IST

Pakistan: Mother of Baloch teen alleges FC role in son's killing

A Baloch mother publicly appealed for justice after her 16-year-old son, Ehsaan Shah, was allegedly shot dead by Frontier Corps personnel near Quetta. She accused authorities of intimidation, delays in filing an FIR, and demanded accountability for her son's killing.

2025-06-27T11:27:27.301897+00:00 IST

Rajnath Singh meets his Belarusian, Tajik and Kazakh counterparts

During his meeting with Belarus Defence Minister Lieutenant General Victor Khrenin, Tajikistan Defence Minister Lieutenant General Sobrizoda Emomali Abdurakhim and Kazakhstan Defence Minister Lieutenant General Dauren Kosanov, Rajnath Singh highlighted the importance of continued engagement in defence cooperation and exploring new opportunities for collaboration in areas of technical collaboration.

2025-06-27T09:39:57.120263+00:00 IST

BLA claims killing six Pakistan Army personnel in clashes

In Kalat's Kohak region, BLA fighters unleashed a series of intense attacks on the Pakistani army. They targeted military convoys on motorcycles and other vehicles using IEDs.

2025-06-27T09:34:06.553696+00:00 IST

No Balochistan, Pahalgam. Terrorism mentioned in SCO declaration

According to sources, the alphabet soup of the declaration document did not have either B (Balochistan) or P (Pahalgam) in its text.

2025-06-27T09:28:07.336239+00:00 IST

Czech authorities reveal Chinese agents monitored Taiwan VP Hsiao

Czech Military Intelligence revealed that their Chinese counterparts tried to set the stage for a staged incident involving Hsiao, which "did not progress beyond the planning phase," said agency director Petr Bartovsky in an interview with Czech Radio, as noted by CNA.

2025-06-27T09:10:19.786075+00:00 IST

Report exposes systematic torture of Tibetan political prisoners

The document titled "Torture Deaths of Tibetan Political Prisoners" seeks to document these tragedies and convey the suffering of Tibetan political prisoners who have died due to Chinese oppression.

2025-06-27T08:51:57.020626+00:00 IST

Japan: NTT Showcases Cutting-Edge Technology at Osaka Kansai Worl

At the event, leading Japanese Information and Communication Technology firm NTT presented its cutting-edge IOWN technology.

2025-06-27T07:36:17.400733+00:00 IST

Bangladesh: Minority groups protest against temple's demolition

People in large numbers gathered in Shahbagh to protest against government's decision to demolish Durga Temple.

2025-06-27T07:35:22.926463+00:00 IST

Japan: NTT advances digital innovation for future connectivity

Its high speed, large capacity, and energy efficiency make this possible. The Japanese pop group Perfume, who also performed at the 1970 Expo, appears in 3D at the 2025 Expo.

2025-06-27T07:12:39.874715+00:00 IST

India discusses supply of S-400 systems with Russia

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a meeting with his Russian counterpart Andrey Belousov on the sidelines of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers' Meeting in China's Qingdao and discussed supply of S-400 systems, Su-30 MKI upgrades, and procurement of critical military hardware in expeditious timeframes.

2025-06-27T07:10:17.635826+00:00 IST

EAM says Rajnath Singh right to refuse signing SCO statement

Jaishankar stated that Defence Minister Rajnath Singh was right to not sign the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) joint document as one nation did not want to make reference to terrorism in it while the main purpose of the organisation is to fight terrorism.

2025-06-27T06:58:21.101379+00:00 IST

Rajnath Singh stresses on border management with China's Dong Jun

Rajnath Singh acknowledged the work being undertaken by two nations to bring back semblance of normalcy in the bilateral relations.

2025-06-27T05:47:56.199638+00:00 IST

Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs to meet

During the meeting, the committee will record evidence of experts/non-official witnesses in connection with the examination of the subject 'Future of India-Bangladesh Relationship'.

2025-06-27T05:15:38.348264+00:00 IST

India slams Bangladesh over Durga temple demolition in Dhaka

While addressing a weekly media briefing on Thursday, Jaiswal emphasised that it is the responsibility of Bangladesh's interim government to protect Hindus, their properties and religious institutions.

2025-06-27T04:09:24.763236+00:00 IST