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India, UAE to boost FATF cooperation on terror financing, AML

India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Monday agreed to continue cooperation within the framework of the global watchdog on money laundering and terrorist financing, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), to counter terror financing and bolster anti-money laundering efforts, following the visit of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to India.

2026-01-19T18:01:24.204839+00:00 IST

Balen Shah begins PM campaign from Janakpur ahead of March polls

Nepal's rapper-turned-mayor Balen Shah began his election campaign from Janakpur ahead of March polls. The RSP leader promised stronger federalism and urged voters to support competence over identity. He is set to file nomination from Jhapa and challenge former PM KP Sharma Oli.

2026-01-19T17:58:54.286911+00:00 IST

India sends 30 tonnes of humanitarian aid to Philippines after Super Typhoon

India sent around 30 tonnes of humanitarian assistance to the Philippines after a recent super typhoon, with an Indian Air Force C-17 flying to Clark Air Base. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India stands with the Philippines and remains committed to HADR support.

2026-01-19T17:46:43.679016+00:00 IST

India, UAE to explore possibility of establishing Digital Embassy

According to the Data Security Council of India, a Digital Embassy or Data Embassy is an approach that ensures digital continuity for nation-states by extending a country's cloud infrastructure through state-owned servers located outside its physical borders.

2026-01-19T17:29:06.229349+00:00 IST

India announces 10-year LNG supply deal with UAE

India on Monday underscored the United Arab Emirates' crucial contribution to its energy security and announced a long-term LNG supply agreement as part of a series of outcomes following the Emirates' President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan's visit to the country.

2026-01-19T16:53:25.655124+00:00 IST

India, UAE set USD 200 billion bilateral trade target by 2032

India and the UAE announced 12 outcomes during UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan's brief New Delhi visit, including doubling bilateral trade to over USD 200 billion by 2032 and cooperation in nuclear energy. Key steps include LNG supply, investment in Dholera, GIFT City offices, and digital initiatives.

2026-01-19T16:45:59.944881+00:00 IST

“Mega partnership initiative”: Misri on India-UAE outcomes

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri noted talks between PM Modi and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed focused on strategic and economic cooperation. Key outcomes included a defence partnership letter of intent, space cooperation plans, investment in Dholera, a supercomputing cluster, GIFT City offices, an APEDA MoU, and cultural initiatives.

2026-01-19T16:29:51.121727+00:00 IST

India, UAE seal major deals during Sheikh bin Zayed’s visit

India and the UAE signed a Letter of Intent on investment cooperation between the Government of Gujarat and the UAE Ministry of Investment for the development of the Dholera Special Investment Region.

2026-01-19T16:05:56.209373+00:00 IST

“Extremely substantive” UAE President’s Delhi visit: Misri

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri noted that UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed concluded a short but substantive visit to New Delhi, including talks with PM Modi and exchange of documents. Modi received him at the airport. The visit comes amid West Asia tensions and reflects strong India-UAE ties.

2026-01-19T15:22:32.838140+00:00 IST

Two ministers in Nepal interim govt resign to contest March polls

Two ministers in Nepal's interim government--Minister for Youth and Sports Bablu Gupta and Communication Minister Jagdish Kharel--resigned from their posts to contest the upcoming March 5 election, a day before the formal filing of candidatures for the polls.

2026-01-19T14:13:14.912971+00:00 IST

Kabul hotel blast targeting Chinese nationals kills several

Several people were reportedly killed and others injured in a blast at a hotel in Kabul's Shahr-e-Naw area in Afghanistan, specifically targeting Chinese nationals on Monday, Tolo News reported, citing security sources.

2026-01-19T13:57:08.003923+00:00 IST

PM Modi presents gifts to ‘brother’ Mohamed bin Zayed

PM Modi welcomed UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his family at Lok Kalyan Marg, gifting traditional Indian items including a carved wooden jhula, Pashmina shawls and Kashmiri saffron. Earlier, Modi received him at the Delhi airport, and the two travelled together in the same car.

2026-01-19T13:48:59.782182+00:00 IST

Gaza Board of Peace could signal end of UN: Expert

The formation of the Gaza Board of Peace aims to promote stability and oversee post-conflict reconstruction in the region.

2026-01-19T13:03:57.891235+00:00 IST

PM Narendra Modi’s warm airport welcome for UAE President

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived in New Delhi on an official visit and was received by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the airport. The two leaders travelled in the same car while departing. PM Modi welcomed him on X, saying he looked forward to discussions.

2026-01-19T12:51:27.515433+00:00 IST

PoJK: 21 years after earthquake, victims still await rehabilitation

Despite decades having passed since the disaster, many children continue to attend school under the open sky, braving extreme cold in winter and scorching heat in summer.

2026-01-19T12:16:20.776092+00:00 IST

“Welcome my brother”: PM Modi receives UAE President

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday personally received the President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, upon the latter's arrival in India for an official visit.

2026-01-19T11:45:24.449684+00:00 IST

Jaishankar holds talks with Poland Dy PM Sikorski

EAM S Jaishankar met Poland's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski in New Delhi and discussed bilateral ties and global issues. Jaishankar highlighted cooperation areas, urged zero tolerance for terrorism, and raised concerns on selective targeting and trade turbulence.

2026-01-19T11:08:05.944768+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar condoles deaths in Spain train collision

EAM S Jaishankar expressed grief over the deadly train collision in Adamuz near Cordoba, Spain, and offered condolences to victims' families. At least 39 people died and dozens were injured after a high-speed train derailed and hit an oncoming train, DW News reported.

2026-01-19T10:34:51.819765+00:00 IST

UNICEF YuWaah to Centre Youth Voices at Mumbai Climate Week

UNICEF YuWaah has been named the Youth Engagement Partner for Mumbai Climate Week, to be held from February 17 to 19 in Mumbai. UNICEF, Project Mumbai and YuWaah will run youth activities, campus roadshows and a green innovation challenge to promote youth-led climate action.

2026-01-19T10:29:14.193926+00:00 IST

Japan PM announces dissolution of lower house, calls snap electio

The decision to dissolve the lower house was taken on Friday.

2026-01-19T09:58:33.402605+00:00 IST

Bangladesh interim government unveils minority-related incidents

"Bangladesh remains committed to confronting crime with transparency, accuracy, and resolve", Bangladesh Chief Adviser's press wing said in a statement.

2026-01-19T09:45:41.136892+00:00 IST