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Groups with ‘K’ flags disrupt Diwali celebrations in Canada

Groups allegedly carrying Khalistani flags gate-crashed the Diwali festivities in Canada's Brampton and started hurling stones at the people celebrating the festival, Khalsa Vox reported.

2023-11-15T15:38:02.842735+00:00 IST

Jaishankar, UK NSA Tim Barrow discuss regional, global challenges

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with the National Security Advisor of the United Kingdom, Tim Barrow, on Wednesday and discussed regional and global challenges.

2023-11-15T11:39:28.090304+00:00 IST

"Your plan is not working": Braverman lashes out at Sunak

Day after being sacked as the Home Secretary, Conservative Leader Suella Braverman lashed out at British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, accusing him of not fulfilling his assurances to her over the issues of illegal immigration and rising anti-semitism.

2023-11-14T19:42:59.594942+00:00 IST

"Strong and united team is going to deliver": Rishi Sunak

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak addressed a meeting with his new-look cabinet on Tuesday, a day after the major reshuffle that saw the return of former PM David Cameron to the cabinet and the sacking of Suella Braverman.

2023-11-14T17:14:01.011720+00:00 IST

"Guterres does not deserve to lead UN": Israeli Foreign Minister

"(UN Secretary-General Antonio) Guterres does not deserve to lead the United Nations. Guterres did not promote any peace process in the region...Guterres, like all the free nations, should say clearly and loudly: 'Free Gaza from Hamas," Cohen said at a press conference at the UN in Geneva.

2023-11-14T17:09:08.032130+00:00 IST

Russia: Convicted killer of Putin's critic pardoned

Sergei Khadzhikurbanov, a convicted killer of Russian journalist Anna Politkovskaya, was pardoned by President Vladimir Putin after he fought for the Russian army in Ukraine, the Moscow Times reported, citing RBC news website on Tuesday.

2023-11-14T13:14:35.268135+00:00 IST

Russia to supply Igla-S anti-aircraft missiles to India 

Russia signed a contract to supply Igla-S hand-held anti-aircraft missiles to India and has allowed the production of the Igla under license, Reuters reported citing Russian news agency TASS.

2023-11-14T11:15:44.755241+00:00 IST

Jaishankar, UK counterpart Cameron discuss progressing FTA

S Jaishankar held a meeting with United Kingdom counterpart David Cameron and discussed progressing a Free Trade Agreement and partnerships on defence, science and technology.

2023-11-14T06:19:59.216355+00:00 IST

India recommends Canada to prevent attacks on places of worship

The proposals were presented during the UN Human Rights Council Review meeting, where diplomats from India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka shared their insights and recommendations.

2023-11-14T01:13:44.296367+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar credits PM Modi's leadership for change in India

The EAM, who is on an official visit to the UK, acknowledged the transformations in the world, the UK, and the evolving India-UK relationship and also emphasised the pivotal role played by PM Modi in shaping the nation's trajectory.

2023-11-13T20:52:41.059401+00:00 IST

S Jaishankar James commends Celverly's support for India-UK ties

The two leaders' meeting also delved into critical issues shaping bilateral relationships, with conversations revolving around the pivotal role of mobility, skills and talent in fostering cooperative development.

2023-11-13T19:17:30.770458+00:00 IST

UK: Jaishankar meets counterpart David Cameron on his first day

In conversation with the British counterpart, EAM held discussions on strengthening India-UK strategic partnership and exchanged views over the ongoing conflict in Gaza and Ukraine.

2023-11-13T15:43:17.670900+00:00 IST

“I hope my experience…”: Former UK PM David Cameron

Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Cameron posted, "The Prime Minister has asked me to serve as his Foreign Secretary and I have gladly accepted."

2023-11-13T11:19:31.716182+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar meets UK former PM Tony Blair

Jaishankar is currently on an official visit to the United Kingdom. He arrived in Britain on Saturday and will conclude his visit on November 15. He is scheduled to meet several other dignitaries during his visit.

2023-11-13T10:44:53.288592+00:00 IST

David Cameron made Foreign Secretary; Cleverly replaces Braverman

This comes after UK PM Rishi Sunak sacked his home secretary Suella Braverman over her sharp criticism of Police amid the ongoing Pro-Palestine rallies in the United Kingdom.

2023-11-13T10:39:55.010219+00:00 IST

Canada releases footage of Indian-origin ‘gangster' killed

The Edmonton Police on Sunday (local time) released surveillance footage and a photograph of a vehicle and two suspects and expressed hope that it could help bring in new information in connection with shooting on November 9 at 12 noon.

2023-11-13T10:15:56.220958+00:00 IST

"India fastest growing large economy today": EAM Jaishankar

"India is today the fastest-growing large economy. There is leadership. There is vision. There is good governance...," the EAM said in his remarks on visiting the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir (Neasden Temple) in London on Sunday.

2023-11-12T20:10:42.635192+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar offers prayers at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Sunday celebrated Diwali by offering prayers at the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir (Neasden Temple) in London during his UK visit.

2023-11-12T18:53:08.372198+00:00 IST

UK: EAM Jaishankar calls on Rishi Sunak

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar called on UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his wife Akshata Murty at 10 Downing Street and conveyed the best wishes of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Diwali on Sunday.

2023-11-12T17:12:57.042688+00:00 IST

"All criminality must be met with...": Sunak

Weighing in on the violence at pro-Palestinian rallies on Armistice Day in the UK, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Saturday said all criminality must be met with the full and swift force of the law.

2023-11-12T11:18:53.324795+00:00 IST

WHO lost communication with Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza

The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Sunday said that it has lost communication with Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza City, stressing that those who fled the hospital have been reportedly shot, wounded or killed.

2023-11-12T06:59:20.437561+00:00 IST