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China’s illegal claims and aggression in Indo-Pacific risk region

The conference, hosted by the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), serves as an international platform for high-level officials and experts from nations with security concerns in the area.

2025-06-21T11:21:51.661058+00:00 IST

Taiwan warns of China’s military buildup, calls for global suppor

"All our actions aim to avert conflict, whether it arises in 2027, earlier, or later," Hsiao remarked during a conversation with American podcaster Shawn Ryan on the "Shawn Ryan Show."

2025-06-21T11:03:57.149007+00:00 IST

Pakistan’s security forces kidnap 10-year-old child

Baloch National Movement's Human Rights Department's Paank has strongly condemned the enforced disappearances of a 10-year-old child, Aziz Ahmed Lehri, and civilian Muhammad Rizwan in Mastung on June 20.

2025-06-21T10:59:10.574730+00:00 IST

Taiwan lawmaker accused of handing over state secrets to China

Carol Lin, the spokesperson for the recall initiatives targeting Cheng and suspended Hsinchu mayor Ann Kao, lodged a complaint based on accusations from a whistleblower who claimed to be Cheng's former aide, alleging that Cheng had accepted financial support from the Chinese Communist Party.

2025-06-21T09:19:42.539352+00:00 IST

Australian High Commission marks Int'l Yoga Day in unique way

The video shared by Green showed people showering love on the puppies while performing yoga on the occasion of International Day of Yoga.

2025-06-21T09:01:36.982759+00:00 IST

Baloch medical student detained by Pak security forces: Report

Shayan Mengal, a student at the Federal Medical College, was reportedly detained by Pakistani security officials on June 18 near the Islamabad Toll Plaza.

2025-06-21T08:04:29.683878+00:00 IST

"Yoga India's gift to world...": Envoys on Int'l Day of Yoga

Japan's Ambassador to India, Ono Keiichi, called for celebrating the day across the world.

2025-06-21T07:31:05.233931+00:00 IST

Pak: BYC continues hunger strike in Turbat for second day

The BYC is demanding the immediate release of their leaders who have been detained by the authorities. The activists are calling for an end to enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings in Balochistan.

2025-06-21T06:40:08.076132+00:00 IST

French Embassy in India hosts yoga session on Int'l Yoga Day

The French Embassy in India noted that France shares a deep connection with yoga-embodied by figures like Padma Shri Charlotte Chopin, a yoga pioneer who inspired thousands in France.

2025-06-21T04:21:08.729756+00:00 IST

517 Indian nationals have returned to India from Iran: MEA

Jaiswal stated that a special evacuation flight from Turkmenistan's Ashgabat arrived in New Delhi on June 21.

2025-06-21T04:03:08.601140+00:00 IST

Nepal marks 11th International Yoga Day with zeal

Hundreds of yoga practitioners, following their instructors, converged in Narayanchaur, marking the day.

2025-06-21T03:40:44.159429+00:00 IST

Jaishankar and diplomatic corps perform Yoga in Delhi

Reiterating Prime Minister Narendra Modi's remarks, Jaishankar said the yoga session was a true reflection of Yoga for everyone, beyond boundaries, age, backgrounds or ability.

2025-06-21T03:17:59.149787+00:00 IST

Japan PM's wife participates in Int'l Yoga Day celebrations

India's Ambassador to Japan, Sibi George, addressed the gathering of more than 2000 yoga enthusiasts.

2025-06-21T03:11:20.405150+00:00 IST

Pakistan reports new polio case, raises tally in 2025 to 12

The new case reported from the Shamsi Khel Union Council in Bannu raises the total number of polio cases in Pakistan in 2025 to 12.

2025-06-21T02:48:30.385240+00:00 IST

Taiwan reports Chinese military incursions around its territory

According to Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND), 27 out of 40 sorties crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait and entered Taiwan's central, southwestern, and eastern Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ).

2025-06-21T02:13:29.861444+00:00 IST

"Action was so swift...": Indian evacuee from Iran

An Indian national who was evacuated from Iran, Zaffar Abbas Naqvi, recounted how he and his family stayed indoors initially after hearing about the attack on Iran. They later moved to Mashhad, which also came under attack, prompting them to contact the Indian government.

2025-06-21T02:06:54.168285+00:00 IST

Pakistan to officially nominate Trump for Nobel Peace Prize

The Pakistani government has decided to formally recommend US President Donald Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, citing his "decisive diplomatic intervention and pivotal leadership" during the recent conflict between India and Pakistan.

2025-06-21T01:25:15.526365+00:00 IST

“Delaying further meant entering...": IDF chief on strikes agains

The IDF chief indicated that Iran's rapid development of its missile program had been one of the primary reasons for launching the preemptive strikes.

2025-06-21T00:36:24.336253+00:00 IST

IDF strikes Iranian missile crews preparing launches

During the operation, Israeli Air Force (IAF) jets located and struck three surface-to-surface missile launchers that were being readied for attacks on Israeli territory. The IDF stated these launchers were expected to be used in the multiple missile barrages fired across Israel throughout Friday.

2025-06-21T00:28:18.156016+00:00 IST

Delegates arrive in Rishikesh ahead of Yoga Day celebrations

Speaking to ANI, Ambassador Bucheli said, "It is a real honour for me to be in this spiritual city of Rishikesh. The Parmarth Niketan Ashram is marvellous. I came here to commemorate the International Yoga Day... It is because of the inspiration of PM Modi... Ecuador is very far away, but we are close to India spiritually."

2025-06-20T23:21:39.180804+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 4.0 hits Tajikistan

A 4.0-magnitude earthquake struck Tajikistan early Saturday, with tremors felt in its capital, Dushanbe. According to the National Center for Seismology, the quake occurred at a depth of 140 km. No reports of casualties or damage have been received so far.

2025-06-20T22:31:47.664828+00:00 IST