Asia

Pakistan's Deputy PM Ishaq Dar departs for three-day China visit

For his visit to China from May 19-21, Dar is accompanied by Pakistan's Special Representative for Afghanistan, Mohammad Sadiq.

2025-05-19T06:40:49.422139+00:00 IST

Pakistan: Paank decries “intensifying” enforced disappearances

Paank, the Baloch National Movement's Human Rights Department, slammed Pakistan's latest wave of enforced disappearances and provided details of seven people forcibly disappeared by the Pakistani forces.

2025-05-19T05:25:58.087236+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 4.2 jolts Afghanistan

An earthquake of magnitude 4.2 hit Afghanistan on Monday morning, said National Center of Seismology.

2025-05-19T04:51:34.821020+00:00 IST

Bangladesh will discuss to resolve trade problems,says advisor

Bangladesh will discuss India to resolve trade problems, an Adviser to the Interim government of Bangladesh led by Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus, said on Sunday.

2025-05-19T03:42:54.627458+00:00 IST

Taiwan detects 21 sorties of Chinese aircraft, eight naval vessel

Of the 21 aircraft, 16 crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait and entered the island's northern, southwestern, and eastern air defence identification zones (ADIZ).

2025-05-19T01:26:41.501539+00:00 IST

"Response to deliberate trade disruptions": Ex-High Commissioner

Earlier on Saturday, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry imposed immediate land port restrictions on the import of several categories of goods from Bangladesh, following a directive issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT).

2025-05-18T23:19:25.417465+00:00 IST

Foreign Affairs Expert on India's trade restrictions to Banglades

Eadrleir, Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI), reported that India's restrictions on imports from Bangladesh via land ports will impact goods worth USD 770 million, accounting for nearly 42 per cent of total bilateral imports.

2025-05-18T22:14:06.332952+00:00 IST

Earthquake of 3.9 magnitude strikes Myanmar

Earlier in March, the country was hit with earthquakes of magnitude 7.7 and 6.4 that had caused widespread damage and the death of more than 3500.

2025-05-18T19:27:05.516374+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 4.5 jolts China

An earthquake of magnitude 4.5 on the Richter Scale jolted China late Sunday, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) said.

2025-05-18T18:38:19.147529+00:00 IST

India can give "overview of things ever since Pahalgam attack"

Sachdev, while talking to ANI, said that the delegation will be able to present an Indian perspective on the Pahalgam attack to various countries.

2025-05-18T17:47:18.632393+00:00 IST

"New normal has still not settled in," Defence Expert on Pak

Sachdev said that as the army is still releasing the videos of ceasefire violations, it proves that cessation is not in place yet.

2025-05-18T17:16:55.544731+00:00 IST

Mob storms Karachi rehabilitation center, frees over 100 addicts

A violent incident occurred at the Sunshine Rehab Centre in Orangi Town, Karachi, where a mob stormed the rehabilitation centre, freeing 127 patients undergoing treatment for drug addiction

2025-05-18T17:11:25.308479+00:00 IST

"One Mission, One Message, One Bharat": Seven all-party delegations unite to take India's anti-terror message global

bipartisan group of Indian MPs has been named to seven delegations visiting key partner countries with the aim of "One Mission, One Message, and One Nation" and highlighting India's policy of zero tolerance on terrorism on the global stage.

2025-05-18T17:10:08.478209+00:00 IST

Op Sindoor displayed "tri-services synergy, strategic depth": MoD

The Ministry of Defence in a statement said on Sunday that Operation Sindoor stands as a bold statement--India is united, future-ready, and resolute against cross-border terrorism, and that India showcased seamless multi-domain warfare.

2025-05-18T16:47:19.652638+00:00 IST

NSA Doval holds talk with Iran's NSC Secretary

The two particularly spoke about the development of Chabahar Port and the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC).

2025-05-18T16:16:07.006706+00:00 IST

Magnitude 4.7 earthquake jolts Pakistan's Swat district

A 4.7-magnitude earthquake struck Pakistan's Swat district and surrounding areas on Sunday

2025-05-18T16:06:40.664224+00:00 IST

MoS for Defence to lead Indian delegation at LIMA 2025

Many Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) and private defence companies will be participating in the exhibition and showcasing the Indian defence industry prowess.

2025-05-18T15:43:37.476304+00:00 IST

PIA launches direct Lahore-Paris flight

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced the launch of a direct flight from Lahore to Paris, starting June 18.

2025-05-18T15:26:21.259678+00:00 IST

Tibet hit by 3.7 magnitude quake, second in a day

The earthquake occurred at a depth of 10km, making it susceptible to aftershocks.

2025-05-18T14:51:10.069018+00:00 IST

Operation SINDOOR: The synergy of India’s armed forces

In an age of multi-domain warfare, where threats evolve faster than borders shift, India's national security architecture has demonstrated the strength of jointness and strategic foresight, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting said.

2025-05-18T14:49:03.444373+00:00 IST

Pope Leo calls for unified, missionary Church at inaugural mass

Pope Leo XIV, the first American to lead the Roman Catholic Church, celebrated his inaugural Mass in St. Peter's Square and emphasised the importance of building a Church founded on God's love, highlighting its role as a sign of unity and a beacon of harmony for humanity.

2025-05-18T13:45:26.313864+00:00 IST