Asia

Baloch leader urges Norway to question Pakistan officials

Baloch National Movement (BNM) Chairman Naseem Baluch has raised serious concerns over the proposed visit of Pakistan's former caretaker Prime Minister Anwar ul Haq Kakar and Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti to Oslo, Norway, scheduled from February 15 to 17.

2026-02-08T10:26:33.021598+00:00 IST

PM Modi departs for India after concluding two-day Malaysia visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded a two-day visit to Malaysia, during which India and Malaysia announced initiatives to strengthen cooperation in defence, trade, semiconductors, digital payments, education, culture and security, further deepening their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

2026-02-08T09:20:12.246921+00:00 IST

India, Malaysia review bilateral cooperation across full spectrum

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Malaysia visit saw India and Malaysia review ties across key sectors and sign multiple agreements covering defence, technology, trade and people-to-people links. The talks reaffirmed strong bilateral relations and advanced cooperation under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

2026-02-08T08:51:45.893430+00:00 IST

PM Modi, Malaysian counterpart welcome ongoing AITIGA review

"With the support of friendly countries like Malaysia, India will further broaden its engagement with ASEAN. We are in agreement that the review of the ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA) should be completed at the earliest," PM Modi said in his joint press statement here today with the Prime Minister of Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim.

2026-02-08T08:48:47.112079+00:00 IST

PM Modi’s Malaysia visit significant after nearly a decade: MEA

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Malaysia visit marked nearly a decade since his last trip, strengthening India-Malaysia ties. The two sides unveiled initiatives across defence, trade, technology, culture and people-to-people engagement, reinforcing their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and expanding cooperation in the Indo-Pacific.

2026-02-08T08:14:20.696328+00:00 IST

PM Modi meets INA veteran Jeyaraj Raja Rao in Malaysia

PM Modi met veterans of the Azad Hind Fauj during his Malaysia visit, honouring the Indian National Army's legacy and Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. INA veteran Jeyaraj Raja Rao called the interaction memorable, while the Prime Minister highlighted the sacrifices of the Indian diaspora in India's freedom struggle.

2026-02-08T07:29:13.386483+00:00 IST

Security, semiconductors: Outcomes of PM Modi’s Malaysia visit

PM Modi's Malaysia visit gave momentum to the India-Malaysia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Both sides exchanged 11 documents, announced new initiatives, reaffirmed zero tolerance on terrorism, and committed to speedy implementation of decisions to deepen cooperation across multiple sectors.

2026-02-08T07:06:29.982172+00:00 IST

India–Malaysia deepen strategic ties across defence, tech, trade

PM Narendra Modi and his Malaysian counterpart agreed to deepen defence, security and technology ties during talks in Kuala Lumpur. Both sides pledged stronger cooperation in semiconductors, AI and trade, highlighted the Indian diaspora's role, reaffirmed ASEAN centrality, and reiterated zero tolerance on terrorism.

2026-02-08T06:15:44.460572+00:00 IST

Thailand votes for general election constitutional referendum

While more than 50 parties are contesting the polls, the contest is primarily between the progressive People's Party (PP), the military-backed conservative Bhumjaithai Party (BJT), and Pheu Thai. hai voters are also participating in a constitutional referendum asking whether to begin writing a new constitution. Otherwise, the current 2017 constitution written under military rule following the 2014 coup would remain in place.

2026-02-08T06:14:29.820048+00:00 IST

“India prioritises ASEAN centrality”: Prime Minister Modi

PM Narendra Modi and his Malaysian counterpart held talks in Kuala Lumpur, reaffirming ASEAN centrality and Indo-Pacific cooperation. Both leaders announced stronger ties in defence, technology and trade, signed key agreements, highlighted diaspora links, and pledged zero tolerance on terrorism as India-Malaysia relations deepen.

2026-02-08T05:57:55.379723+00:00 IST

Japan votes as PM Sanae Takaichi seeks fresh mandate

Japan voted in a general election as Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi sought a mandate to advance economic and security policies. She pledged to resign if her coalition fails to win a majority, amid inflation concerns, defence debates and scrutiny over plans to revise the Constitution.

2026-02-08T05:36:53.368962+00:00 IST

Shared love for Tamil language connects India & Malaysia: PM Modi

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim commended India's rapid economic expansion and called for broadening cooperation beyond current trade levels. "India is growing by leaps and bounds, which is one spectacular rise in the international economic trade scene," Anwar said.

2026-02-08T05:13:59.149301+00:00 IST

"No double standards, no compromise": PM Modi on terrorism

PM Narendra Modi reaffirmed India's zero-compromise stance on terrorism during talks with Malaysia PM Anwar Ibrahim in Kuala Lumpur. Both leaders discussed Zakir Naik's extradition, Indo-Pacific cooperation, and announced initiatives across defence, semiconductors and trade to deepen bilateral ties.

2026-02-08T04:52:58.485888+00:00 IST

Meeting with PM Modi “very vital” to ties: Malaysian PM Anwar

Today, PM Modi and his Malaysian counterpart held delegation-level talks and witnessed the exchange of multiple memoranda of understanding (MoUs) between India and Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur.

2026-02-08T04:40:56.261378+00:00 IST

Malaysia PM welcomes PM Modi with personal warmth and high hopes

PM Narendra Modi held delegation-level talks with Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim after a ceremonial welcome in Kuala Lumpur. Both leaders discussed expanding cooperation across sectors, with Modi thanking Malaysia for its hospitality. The visit aims to deepen the India-Malaysia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

2026-02-08T03:51:18.061029+00:00 IST

“Always in memories”: Prime Minister Modi thanks Malaysia

PM Narendra Modi held delegation-level talks with Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim in Kuala Lumpur after a warm ceremonial welcome at Perdana Putra. He thanked Malaysia for exceptional hospitality, shared glimpses on X highlighting deepening ties, and joined community events to strengthen India-Malaysia friendship.

2026-02-08T03:30:40.937331+00:00 IST

PM Modi shares glimpses of ceremonial welcome at Perdana Putra

PM Narendra Modi shared glimpses of his ceremonial welcome at Perdana Putra in Putrajaya, emphasizing deepening India-Malaysia ties rooted in trust, friendship, and shared aspirations during his two-day official visit.

2026-02-08T03:01:17.985076+00:00 IST

PM Modi holds delegation-level talks with Malaysian counterpart A

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim met ministers and delegations from both countries at the Perdana Putra building here on Sunday, as part of the high-level engagements during PM Modi's two-day official visit to Malaysia.

2026-02-08T02:58:33.569960+00:00 IST

PM Modi gets Guard of Honour at Perdana Putra in Malaysia

PM Narendra Modi received a ceremonial welcome in Kuala Lumpur during his Malaysia visit, including talks with PM Anwar Ibrahim on defence and economic ties. The visit aims to deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, with community outreach and multiple agreements expected to strengthen India-Malaysia relations.

2026-02-08T02:06:56.206544+00:00 IST

Pak: PTI to hold protests amid mourning after Islamabad blast

PTI leader Asad Qaiser confirmed nationwide protests today marking the 2024 election anniversary, alongside a day of mourning after Islamabad's suicide bombing. The party accused authorities of rigging and security lapses, vowing continued demonstrations to restore democracy and uphold the rule of law.

2026-02-08T02:01:08.216511+00:00 IST

Voting begins for Japan’s Lower House election

Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has set a relatively modest benchmark for success, saying its coalition with the Japan Innovation Party (JIP) is seeking a simple majority in the 465-seat House of Representatives. However, the ruling party is also aiming for a result that could allow the LDP to secure a majority on its own.

2026-02-08T01:19:52.177670+00:00 IST