Asia

EAM attends reception hosted by US Ambassador Gor

EAM Jaishankar's interaction with Ambassador Gor comes days after the conclusion of the framework of the India-US interim trade agreement last week, underscoring the shared interests and continued partnership between the two countries.

2026-02-09T14:32:16.867026+00:00 IST

National interest to guide India’s energy choices: FS Misri

Speaking during a Special Briefing by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) here, Misri stated that decisions in the energy sector, whether by the government or businesses, would be guided by national interests, while clarifying the issue of actual sourcing.

2026-02-09T13:22:27.267725+00:00 IST

Japan PM Takaichi thanks PM Modi, backs free, open Indo-Pacific

In a post on X, Prime Minister Takaichi, who led the coalition with her party, the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), which won a two-thirds majority in the house, thanked Prime Minister Modi for his message and underscored her intent to continue close cooperation with India.

2026-02-09T12:56:39.877305+00:00 IST

Nepal: EC starts dispatching ballot boxes for March polls

At the head office of the Election Commission in the capital, Kathmandu, ballot boxes are being piled up, counted and dispatched to various districts to ensure the smooth conduct of the polls.

2026-02-09T11:35:20.548157+00:00 IST

India, Seychelles adopt SESEL joint vision

India and Seychelles on Monday adopted a Joint Vision for Sustainability, Economic Growth and Security through Enhanced Linkages (SESEL) and announced and signed a series of key Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and agreements covering health, maritime cooperation, digital transformation, capacity-building and cultural exchange.

2026-02-09T11:30:13.256774+00:00 IST

China deepened nationwide repression in 2025: HRW

The Chinese government significantly intensified repression across the country in 2025, tightening ideological control and curbing fundamental freedoms under President Xi Jinping, according to the World Report 2026 released by Human Rights Watch (HRW).

2026-02-09T09:31:04.925374+00:00 IST

Pakistan: FGEHA housing projects face prolonged delays

Both housing projects of the Federal Government Employees Housing Authority (FGEHA), Green Enclave and Sky Gardens, located in Bhara Kahu have been experiencing prolonged delays, according to a report by Dawn.

2026-02-09T09:27:36.013721+00:00 IST

President Herminie invites PM Modi as Guest of Honour

Seychelles President Patrick Herminie on Monday invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the Guest of Honour for the 50th anniversary of Seychelles' Independence Day.

2026-02-09T09:03:15.845424+00:00 IST

PM welcomes Seychelles as CSC full-time member

: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday welcomed Seychelles as a full-time member of the Colombo Security Conclave and called defence and maritime cooperation are important pillars of the relationship. He further noted that India and Seychelles would expand cooperation in the areas of renewable energy, resilience, climate adaptive solutions.

2026-02-09T08:31:44.603440+00:00 IST

India announces special economic package of 175 million dollars

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday announced a special economic package of 175 million dollars for Seychelles to support concrete projects in areas such as social housing, e-mobility, vocational training, health, defence and maritime security.

2026-02-09T08:03:07.100045+00:00 IST

Seychelles President Patrick Herminie pays tributes at Rajghat

Seychelles President Patrick Herminie on Monday paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat.

2026-02-09T06:49:29.479706+00:00 IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets Seychelles President Herminie

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday met Seychelles President Patrick Herminie at the Hyderabad House.

2026-02-09T06:21:23.532974+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar meets Seychelles President Herminie

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday called upon Seychelles President Patrick Herminie and appreciated the President's support to vision MAHASAGAR.

2026-02-09T06:02:08.614286+00:00 IST

Pakistan: Six Baloch men reportedly detained

At least six Baloch men from various parts of Balochistan and Karachi have allegedly been detained by Pakistani security personnel and are currently unaccounted for, according to their families, as reported by The Balochistan Post (TBP).

2026-02-09T04:13:26.954723+00:00 IST

Australia PM Albanese congratulates Sanae Takaichi on win

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Monday extended congratulatory wishes to Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on her historic win in the snap elections.

2026-02-09T03:36:16.995762+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 3.3 hits Bangladesh

An earthquake of magnitude 3.3 struck Bangladesh in the early hours of Monday, as reported by the National Centre for Seismology (NCS).

2026-02-09T02:52:50.607217+00:00 IST

Taiwan detects 7 Chinese vessels around its territorial waters

An illustration of the flight path was not provided by the Ministry because no PLA aircraft were detected operating around Taiwan during this timeframe.

2026-02-09T01:23:27.066598+00:00 IST

Zelenskyy congratulate Japan PM Sanae Takaichi

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Sunday congratulated Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on the Liberal Democratic Party's victory in the elections to Japan's House of Representatives.

2026-02-09T01:21:31.976787+00:00 IST

Maha Bodhi Society hosts 'Thank You Bharat' event in Delhi

The Maha Bodhi Society of India on Sunday hosted a special event titled "Thank You Bharat" at the historic Buddha Vihara on Mandir Marg to acknowledge India's support and assistance to Sri Lanka, particularly in relief and rehabilitation efforts following Cyclone Ditwah.

2026-02-09T00:57:40.573361+00:00 IST

Italy, Canada PMs congratulate Japan PM Sanae Takaichi's win

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Sunday congratulated Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on her victory in the elections for the renewal of Japan's House of Representatives.

2026-02-09T00:15:37.092292+00:00 IST

Egypt: Africa Regional Hindi Conference inaugurated in Cairo

The spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs, Randhir Jaiswal, said through his official X handle, " Secretary (South) Ms. Neena Malhotra inaugurated the Africa Regional Hindi Conference in Cairo, which brought together scholars from seven African countries and Egypt to celebrate Hindi as a bridge of cultural connection."

2026-02-08T23:52:13.114599+00:00 IST