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Taiwan detects 5 Chinese aircraft, 6 vessels

Taiwanese forces said three out of five sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern and southwestern Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ), and added that they monitored the situation and responded.

2026-03-12T01:41:14.750574+00:00 IST

INS Trikand to participate in Mauritius National Day celebrations

INS Trikand arrived at Port Louis on March 10 (Tuesday) as part of its ongoing operational deployment to the South West Indian Ocean Region, the Indian Navy said.

2026-03-12T00:57:51.843931+00:00 IST

Ramaphosa praises Lula for strengthening Brazil–South Africa stra

Speaking alongside Lula, the South African leader highlighted the importance of the Brazilian president's leadership in deepening bilateral ties and expanding cooperation between the two nations. He described Brazil as a vital strategic partner for South Africa across multiple sectors, as per the reports of Brasil 247.

2026-03-11T06:38:35.426706+00:00 IST

Two more Iranian soccer players granted Humanitarian Visa

Australian Minister for Home Affairs Tony Burke wrote in a post on X, "Later in the evening, they were reunited with their five teammates who had made the same decision the night before. They will be safe here. They will be at home here. They are welcome here in Australia."

2026-03-11T04:52:04.184367+00:00 IST

Canadian PM condemns Toronto US Consulate shooting

In a statement on X, Carney expressed relief that no one was injured in the early morning attack and assured that the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) and other federal agencies would provide full support to the Toronto Police Service in their investigation.

2026-03-10T17:40:07.470174+00:00 IST

Canada: Shooting at US Consulate in Toronto damages building

A shooting incident was reported at the United States Consulate General in Toronto early Tuesday morning, prompting an investigation by the Toronto Police Service.

2026-03-10T16:49:18.104839+00:00 IST

They are safe here: Australian PM on Iranian soccer players

The players - Fatemeh Pasandideh, Zahra Ghanbari, Zahra Sarbali, Atefeh Ramezanizadeh and Mona Hamoudi - reportedly escaped from team handlers at a hotel on Australia's Gold Coast following their participation in the 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup. The dramatic operation unfolded overnight, with the players assisted by Australian authorities before being moved to a secure location.

2026-03-10T04:18:00.166569+00:00 IST

Australia: 5 Iranian women footballers granted humanitarian visas

The players - Fatemeh Pasandideh, Zahra Ghanbari, Zahra Sarbali, Atefeh Ramezanizadeh and Mona Hamoudi - reportedly escaped from team handlers at a hotel on Australia's Gold Coast following their participation in the 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup. The dramatic operation unfolded overnight, with the players assisted by Australian authorities before being moved to a secure location.

2026-03-10T03:29:09.457357+00:00 IST

Indian contingent departs for Seychelles

The Indian Armed Forces contingent has arrived in Seychelles to participate in the eleventh edition of the joint military exercise "Lamitiye 2026" with the Seychelles Defence Forces (SDF). The exercise is scheduled to be conducted at the Seychelles Defence Academy from 9th to 20th March 2026.

2026-03-09T08:37:57.397323+00:00 IST

Carney, Trump hold high-level talks on Middle East and trade

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney discussed Middle East tensions and trade with US President Donald Trump. While earlier criticising US-Israeli strikes as inconsistent with international law, Carney stated he "could not rule out" Canadian military participation. Meanwhile, Ottawa is coordinating emergency evacuations for over 2,000 citizens from the region.

2026-03-09T04:45:59.905433+00:00 IST

Iran strikes US THAAD hard, Arabian Peninsula radar sites charred

Iranian missiles and drones, as per Iranian media claims, seem to have also managed to bypass the Western and Israeli defence systems, including THAAD, and reach targets in Israel.

2026-03-08T06:35:34.835093+00:00 IST

"No Australians participated in any offensive action": Albanese

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirmed three Australian navy personnel were aboard a US submarine that sank an Iranian warship off Sri Lanka. Reporting via ABC News, he stressed they did not "participate in any offensive action," as AUKUS training protocols ensure personnel follow Australian law during such embedded missions.

2026-03-06T02:53:18.672137+00:00 IST

“The guy is unique”: Canadian PM Carney praises PM Modi

Canadian PM Mark Carney lauded PM Modi as a "unique guy," praising his 25-year work ethic and focus on rural delivery and UPI. The visit marks a "new era of partnership" to reset ties, featuring a major uranium deal and renewed defence cooperation between the two nations.

2026-03-05T03:19:10.849110+00:00 IST

Canada backs preventing Iran nukes “with regret”: PM Carney

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that the country supports efforts to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon, pointing to US-Israel joint military strikes on the country, adding that Ottawa takes its position "with regret" amid the escalating conflict in the Middle East.

2026-03-04T17:37:03.169779+00:00 IST

Brazil’s economy grows 2.3% in 2025, GDP touches R$12.7 trillion

According to Brasil 247, Data from the Quarterly National Accounts indicated that all three principal sectors -- Agriculture, Industry and Services posted growth during the year, highlighting the economy's resilience despite tight monetary conditions.

2026-03-04T07:19:12.643554+00:00 IST

TV BRICS Humanitarian Project ‘Modern Russian’ wins competition

Established in 2007, Modern Russian was created to promote the Russian language, enhance literacy levels and provide linguistic assistance. Over the past 17 years, the initiative has offered practical philology services, including emergency linguistic consultations widely used by journalists.

2026-03-04T07:18:52.223079+00:00 IST

Putin to convey Gulf concerns to Iran over oil facility attacks

Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to convey the "growing concerns" of Gulf Arab leaders to Iran regarding its recent strikes on regional energy and civilian infrastructure, Reuters reported the Kremlin as saying on Tuesday.

2026-03-03T11:41:35.415114+00:00 IST

From ‘Make in India’ to ‘Make in Brazil’

According to Brasil 247, the discussion followed Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's recent visit to India, highlighting contrasting national strategies. Gala underscored India's long-term commitment to industrialisation under initiatives such as Make in India, supported by state-backed industrial corridors designed to channel infrastructure, incentives, and investment into priority sectors and regions. He noted that India has tripled its per capita income over two decades, sustaining annual growth rates of 6 to 7 per cent, a trajectory he described as comparable, though smaller in scale, to China's ascent.

2026-03-02T10:13:15.148415+00:00 IST

India-Canada diplomatic outreach more in last year: Carney

Thanking Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the "generous hospitality" extended to him and his delegation, Carney said the spirit of partnership had defined bilateral exchanges since their first conversation last June.

2026-03-02T08:08:35.430190+00:00 IST

"Biggest uprising against Islamic regime in process"

In an interview with ANI, Goldie Ghamari described her reaction to the death as deeply emotional. She is also said Iranians living in exile are waiting to return home and build the country. Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei, was killed on Saturday after the US and Israel launched a war on the country to trigger regime change.

2026-03-02T05:27:30.427541+00:00 IST

Australian FM Wong arranges for emergency consular assistance for

Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong said that Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) opened registrations for all Australians in UAE and Qatar amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

2026-03-02T03:17:18.549723+00:00 IST