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PM Modi arrives in Croatia on last leg of his three-nation visit

The Prime Minister was accorded a ceremonial welcome on his arrival in Croatia

2025-06-18T11:52:09.346178+00:00 IST

Japanese cybersecurity expert warns of China’s cyber tactics

Mihoko Matsubara, the chief cybersecurity strategist at Nippon Telegraph and Telephone in Japan, stated during a panel at a NATO Defence College Foundation conference on Tuesday that while a hot war has not yet erupted in the Taiwan Strait, cyberattacks have already commenced.

2025-06-18T11:23:18.045996+00:00 IST

Croatians endorse India’s approach: Envoy

India's Ambassador to Croatia, Arun Goel shared that Croatians expressed shock when the dastardly Pahalgam terror attack happened and expressed solidarity towards India. Noting that India offers multiple options to Croatia, he said that the visit by PM Modi would further strengthen the ties between the two nations.

2025-06-18T09:08:48.090564+00:00 IST

UN Rights Chief flags China over Tibet, Xinjiang abuses

On June 17, Volker Turk, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, expressed worries about "continued violations of cultural and other rights" in Tibet and demanded the "release of all individuals detained for exercising their rights and alignment of legislation and policies with international human rights standards" in his extensive address that provided a serious evaluation of the prevailing global situation, as reported by the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA).

2025-06-18T06:50:56.810167+00:00 IST

Croatia appreciates India’s measured response via Op Sindoor:Amb

Ambassador of India to Croatia, Arun Goel, on Tuesday highlighted the widespread appreciation among Croatians for India's response to the April 22 terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam through Operation Sindoor.

2025-06-17T18:04:36.541941+00:00 IST

PM’s Croatia visit key for favourable India-EU FTA: Envoy Goel

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Croatia will play a crucial role in securing a favourable Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Union as well as enhanced trade between India and Croatia, said Ambassador of India to Croatia, Arun Goel, on Tuesday.

2025-06-17T18:03:31.249859+00:00 IST

WUC marks Uyghur language day, commemorates 1988 student protests

The Director of the Education Committee at World Uyghur Congress (WUC), Abdureshit Niyazkaramay, highlighted the significance of Uyghur Language Day, which was initiated by the WUC in 2015, and marked the 37th anniversary of the 1988 Uyghur Student Protests in Urumchi, according to a statement shared by WUC on X.

2025-06-17T07:00:02.005562+00:00 IST

Indian HC in London holds memorial for AI171 victims

A memorial ceremony was held by the Indian High Commission in London to honour victims of the Air India AI171 crash. Dignitaries including India's Ambassador Vikram Doraiswami and UK Deputy PM Angela Rayner joined diaspora members to pay tribute.

2025-06-16T23:29:44.500993+00:00 IST

India, Cyprus sign strategic pact; condemn Pahalgam attack

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's official visit to Cyprus concluded with the adoption of a Joint Declaration outlining a roadmap for deepened strategic cooperation between the two nations, according to a press release issued by the Prime Minister's Office.

2025-06-16T22:25:58.827573+00:00 IST

Bob Blackman mourns Ahmedabad plane crash victims at Haridham

UK MP Bob Blackman joined the Haridham congregation to offer prayers for the victims of the Ahmedabad plane crash, mourning the loss of lives, including members of the temple community.

2025-06-16T22:25:16.689905+00:00 IST

"We look forward to closer people-to-people relations with Cyprus": PM Modi concludes landmark visit

The visit has paved the way for a new era in India-Cyprus relations, with both countries poised to unlock new opportunities in innovation, investment, and trade. The partnership is expected to promote peace, stability, and prosperity in the region, with Cyprus potentially serving as a gateway to Europe for Indian businesses.

2025-06-16T22:14:46.788530+00:00 IST

Financial Action Task Force condemns Pahalgam terror attack

In a statement, the FATF, the global money laundering and terrorist financing watchdog, underscored the body's grave concern over the rising tide of terrorism and its focus on dismantling the financial networks that fuel these attacks.

2025-06-16T16:18:19.245141+00:00 IST

DRDO to showcase cutting-edge defence tech at Paris Air show 2025

In a post on X on Monday, DRDO announced its participation, showcasing a range of indigenous technologies featuring next-gen unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), advanced avionics, and indigenous defence systems.

2025-06-16T14:14:43.787310+00:00 IST

World Uyghur Congress marks 1988 protest anniversary

The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) commemorated the 37th anniversary of the 1988 Uyghur student protests in Urumchi, East Turkistan, an important event in Uyghur history and one of the initial significant movements opposing the Chinese government's systematic discrimination against Uyghurs, according to the release from the World Uyghur Congress (WUC).

2025-06-16T13:37:15.306304+00:00 IST

Cyprus President, PM Modi view mountains under Turkish occupation

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday viewed the mountains near Nicosia, which are under Turkish occupation, and engraved on the mountains are words which remind the Cypriots that a large part of their country has been under occupation since 1974.

2025-06-16T12:48:37.188409+00:00 IST

PM Modi completes successful Cyprus visit; emplanes for Canada

Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrapped up the Cyprus leg of his three nation tour and has now emplaned for Canada where he will be attending the G7 Summit.

2025-06-16T12:45:02.301966+00:00 IST

Council Member greets PM Modi in customary Indian way in Cyprus

In a novel gesture, the member of the Council of Nicosia touched Prime Minister Narendra Modi's feet as a mark of respect during PM's visit to the mediterranean country.

2025-06-16T11:21:54.324974+00:00 IST

Israel condems black walling of its arms makers at Paris Air show

In a statement today, the Israel Defence Ministry said prior to the opening of the exhibition at the Le Bourget Airport on Monday, large black walls were erected around Israel's offensive weapons displays overnight.

2025-06-16T11:01:26.062557+00:00 IST

PM Modi, Cyprus President discuss expanding bilateral ties

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides said he and Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed expanding bilateral ties and synergy in various sectors and agreed to work on defence cooperation, innovation, and tourism.

2025-06-16T10:25:12.829855+00:00 IST

India, Cyprus to strengthen defence cooperation: PM Modi

PM Modi lauded the support of Cyprus for India becoming a permanent member of the Security Council and the country's continued support in India's fight against cross-border terrorism.

2025-06-16T09:49:04.587690+00:00 IST