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Russian Philologists, Journalists launch educational project

The project is a collaborative effort of the Modern Russian portal, the TV BRICS International Media Network, and the Eurasia Today information and analytical platform. Its launch coincides with the 25th anniversary of the Eurasian Media Group, which will be marked on 11 July 2026.

2026-01-28T15:34:40.564142+00:00 IST

India-EU FTA a 'living agreement' say sources

The India-EU Free Trade Agreement concluded on Tuesday after long negotiations and is expected to significantly enhance bilateral trade and investment ties, strengthen supply chains, and deepen economic cooperation between India and the European Union.

2026-01-28T15:22:26.431036+00:00 IST

India-US trade deal could be finalised any day, say sources

A day after India concluded its neogtiations with the European Union on a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) which has been dubbed the 'mother of all deals', India is now looking towards a closure on the FTA with the United States.

2026-01-28T14:47:51.099525+00:00 IST

Saudi Arabia condemns Pahalgam, Red Fort terror attacks

In the 3rd meeting of India-Saudi Arabia Security Working Group under the Political, Consular and Security Cooperation Committee of Strategic Partnership Council, both parties condemned terrorism iin all its forms and manifestations.

2026-01-28T14:46:32.411192+00:00 IST

"Don't see deep support for Reza Pahlavi in Iran": Expert

"I haven't seen any reports or credible reports or polls that would be able to put the number at any place. I can tell you anecdotally that on the one hand, in the diaspora, there has been a massive social media manipulation conducted by the Israelis. This is reported by Haaretz in order to make him popular," Parsi said in an exclusive interview with ANI.

2026-01-28T14:06:58.048254+00:00 IST

US war with Iran not “off the table”: Middle East Expert Parsi

Middle East expert Trita Parsi has warned that a potential US military confrontation with Iran remains a real possibility amid escalated tensions between the two countries, noting that while war is not "off the table", any such conflict would come at a high political and domestic cost for US President Donald Trump.

2026-01-28T13:59:29.669249+00:00 IST

New initiatives spanning research, tech announced by Cambridge

On a visit to India by a senior delegation from the UK university, Vice-Chancellor Professor Deborah Prentice set out a series of measures designed to build dynamic new partnerships and encourage potential donors, plus a key policy change to help talented Indian students to apply to Cambridge.

2026-01-28T11:52:03.210371+00:00 IST

Israeli Envoy confirms PM Modi’s visit

Israeli Ambassador to India Reuven Azar on Wednesday confirmed that an invitation has been extended to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit Israel, adding that preparations are underway and official announcements on dates will be made in due course.

2026-01-28T10:45:46.917528+00:00 IST

Protests erupt in Karachi after Imaan Mazari sentenced to 17 year

Scores of journalists, lawyers and civil society activists gathered in Karachi to protest the ruling, calling it an attack on constitutional rights.

2026-01-28T10:35:16.145569+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 6.0 strikes Philippines

As per the statement, the earthquake occurred at a depth of 40km.

2026-01-28T10:28:24.692290+00:00 IST

Blast derails Jaffar Express in Sindh

An explosion struck the Jaffar Express in Pakistan's Sindh province on Monday, derailing four coaches of the train, officials said, after a Baloch armed outfit claimed responsibility for the assault, according to a report by The Balochistan Post (TBP).

2026-01-28T09:25:37.209208+00:00 IST

Misri links Hamas Oct 7 attack on Israel to cross-border terror

Drawing a parallel between the October 7, 2023, Hamas terror attack on Israel, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Wednesday said that India is "too familiar with such mindless brutality" and has its own share of experience as a victim of cross-border terrorism, in a veiled reference to the April 22 terrorist attack which killed 26 people in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam.

2026-01-28T08:46:47.057831+00:00 IST

Fresh enforced disappearances reported across Balochistan,Karachi

Multiple fresh cases of enforced disappearances have been reported from Gwadar, Kharan, Quetta, Khuzdar, Turbat, Panjgur and Karachi, with families alleging that Pakistani security forces detained several young men during separate operations and shifted them to unknown locations, The Balochistan Post (TBP) reported.

2026-01-28T08:17:11.615522+00:00 IST

European Presidents depart from India after successful visit

The President of the European Council, Antonio Costa and the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, concluded their landmark three-day state visit to India, which led to 13 significant outcomes aimed at deepening the India-EU strategic partnership, including the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and a defence pact under the Security and Defence Partnership.

2026-01-28T07:14:19.181633+00:00 IST

Taiwan detects PLA aircraft, PLAN vessels, balloon near territory

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense on Wednesday said that it detected four sorties by China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) aircraft and five People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) vessels operating around its territory up to 6 am (UTC+8).

2026-01-28T06:38:06.193328+00:00 IST

“Act of Terrorism”: Zelenskyy on Russian strike on train

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday condemned a Russian drone strike on a passenger train in Ukraine's Kharkiv region, calling it an "act of terrorism" and saying the attack had killed four civilians.

2026-01-28T05:38:18.895015+00:00 IST

US Congressional delegation, Envoy Gor meet Defence Secretary

A United States Congressional delegation led by Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee (HASC) Mike Rogers, along with US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor, met Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh, with discussions centred on strengthening defence cooperation under the recently concluded 10-year Major Defence Partnership Framework Agreement.

2026-01-28T05:04:30.138238+00:00 IST

EU allocates 10 million euros for Afghan women

The European Union has announced 10 million euros for a new phase of its WE-LEAD programme in Afghanistan to support women's livelihoods and businesses. Implemented with UNDP, the initiative aims to expand income opportunities as Afghan women continue to face economic challenges.

2026-01-28T01:31:02.974223+00:00 IST

Trump dismisses 'pullback' claims after Border Patrol exit in Minneapolis, calls official 'pretty out-there'

US President Donald Trump defended the withdrawal of Border Patrol agents from Minneapolis, calling it a routine change, and ordered an investigation into Alex Pretti's death. He rejected claims Pretti was an "assassin," backed Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, and urged unity amid rising political scrutiny.

2026-01-28T00:04:46.661373+00:00 IST

“Europe-India ties have never been stronger”: EU Commission Prez

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen noted that India-EU ties have never been stronger after both sides finalised a landmark Free Trade Agreement and security partnership. Leaders hailed the deal as a boost to trade, strategic cooperation and shared prosperity amid global uncertainty.

2026-01-27T23:39:21.179869+00:00 IST

“Strategic partnership provides major weight”: Costa on India-EU

Addressing a banquet held in his honour at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday, Costa said, "In an increasingly volatile world, our strategic partnership provides major economic and geopolitical weight. I am proud of the outcomes of today's summit. We have delivered tangible progress and set an example of cooperative leadership on global issues with a free trade agreement, Security and Defence Partnership and the Joint Strategic Agenda to 2030."

2026-01-27T23:17:39.007099+00:00 IST