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8th Abu Dhabi Dialogue: India discusses migrant welfare, skills

Established in 2008, the Abu Dhabi Dialogue is a regional, voluntary, and non-binding consultative mechanism comprising 11 Asian countries of labour origin and 7 destination states countries.

2026-02-09T21:09:22.302847+00:00 IST

India-Egypt review progress of bilateral ties in 14th round of Fo

The FOC was co-chaired by Neena Malhotra, Secretary (South) from the Indian Side and Ambassador Amr Hamza, Assistant Foreign Minister for Asian Affairs, from the Egyptian side.

2026-02-09T20:17:46.790687+00:00 IST

President Murmu hosts Seychelles President

During the discussions, the two leaders underscored the immense potential to further deepen bilateral cooperation, with President Murmu noting that the newly adopted India-Seychelles Joint Vision for "Sustainability, Economic Growth and Security through Enhanced Linkages (SESEL)" provides a strong foundation for collaboration in the years ahead.

2026-02-09T18:33:50.290693+00:00 IST

VP Radhakrishnan calls on Seychelles President

During the meeting, the two leaders reviewed key aspects of India-Seychelles bilateral relations and noted that both countries are marking 50 years of the establishment of diplomatic relations. They discussed ways to further strengthen cross-sector cooperation, including in maritime security, renewable energy, healthcare, higher education, hospitality, and digitalisation.

2026-02-09T17:42:44.872282+00:00 IST

India deepens Seychelles ties under MAHASAGAR

India and Seychelles on Monday adopted a comprehensive Joint Vision for Sustainability, Economic Growth and Security through Enhanced Linkages (SESEL), underscoring the Indian Ocean island nation's role as a key pillar in India's MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions) vision, even as New Delhi announced a USD 175 million Special Economic Package to support Seychelles' development needs.

2026-02-09T17:42:05.881861+00:00 IST

Chabahar Port key symbol of India-Iran partnership: Iranian Envoy

Iran's Ambassador to India, Mohammad Fathali, on Monday stated that the Chabahar Port project stands as a symbol of the strong partnership between India and Iran and plays a vital role in promoting common development and regional connectivity.

2026-02-09T17:05:59.069599+00:00 IST

India, Greece boost defence ties

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday held a bilateral meeting with Minister of National Defence of the Hellenic Republic, Nikolaos-Georgios Dendias, in the national capital, during which the two sides agreed to further strengthen defence cooperation, including the positioning of a Greek International Liaison Officer at the Information Fusion Centre-Indian Ocean Region (IFC-IOR) in Gurugram.

2026-02-09T16:56:51.206686+00:00 IST

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Venezuela passes oil reforms, opens doors to foreign firms

Venezuela's National Assembly approved major changes to oil laws, giving foreign companies more control and allowing lower royalties. The reforms reverse parts of earlier nationalisation, follow eased US sanctions, and aim to revive the oil sector, though critics warn of long-term risks.

2026-01-30T01:11:46.125100+00:00 IST

Trump signs executive order on US drug recovery initiative

Speaking from the Oval Office alongside Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Trump said the initiative would bring together efforts across federal, state and local governments as well as the private sector.

2026-01-30T00:47:42.410396+00:00 IST

NASA–ISRO Radar Mission maps Mississippi Delta through clouds

The colourful image, created using data gathered by the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite in late autumn, focuses on the Mississippi River Delta region in southeastern Louisiana.

2026-01-30T00:42:50.141492+00:00 IST

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University of London's Expert's response on Iran protests

Speaking with ANI, the expert said, "The basic grievance is economic mismanagement and corruption, structural inefficiencies that have brought Iran to where it is today. It has nothing to do with sanctions or with the 12-day war with Israel, as others believe. That is a misperception. It is completely domestic, both economically and politically, in a regime that is repressive and stifling and doesn't think twice about shooting its own population... These cycles of protests are not a new phenomenon. It has built up over 2.5 decades..."

2026-01-03T14:38:30.625548+00:00 IST

‘Venezuela must have chance for normal life, human dignity’

In the wake of the American action in Venezuela that led to the capture of President Nicolas Maduro, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha on Saturday said that the people of the South American nation must have a chance for a normal life, security, prosperity, and human dignity.

2026-01-03T14:32:27.894805+00:00 IST

Keeping track of situation in Venezuela: Italy’s Foreign Minister

Italian Deputy PM and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said on Saturday that he is following the developments taking place in Venezuela and that Italian PM Giorgia Meloni is being constantly informed.

2026-01-03T11:17:29.141306+00:00 IST

Pacific

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51st Pacific Islands Forum leaders meeting starts in Fiji

Suva [Fiji], July 11 (ANI/Xinhua): The 51st Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) leaders' meeting focusing on the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent (2050 Strategy) started in Fiji's capital Suva on Monday.

2022-07-11T13:23:47.849810+00:00 IST

New Zealand reports 7,461 community cases of COVID-19

Wellington [New Zealand], July 10 (ANI/Xinhua): New Zealand reported 7,461 community cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, the Ministry of Health said in a statement.

2022-07-10T09:00:07.392621+00:00 IST

Philippines' President Marcos tests positive for COVID-19

Manila [Philippines], July 8 (ANI/Xinhua): Philippines' President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos has tested positive for COVID-19, Press Secretary Rose Beatrix Cruz-Angeles said Friday.

2022-07-08T08:23:15.399091+00:00 IST

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PM Modi congratulates Patrick Herminie on winning Seychelles pres

In a post on X, Prime Minister Modi said, "Heartiest congratulations to Dr. Patrick Herminie on his victory in the Presidential Elections in Seychelles. The waters of the Indian Ocean are our shared heritage and nourish the aspirations and needs of our people. I am confident that our time-tested and multi-faceted relations will deepen and gain further momentum in his tenure as President. My best wishes to him for the tenure ahead."

2025-10-12T04:51:13.409931+00:00 IST

Dharma ensures protection to “animate or inanimate...": Rajnath

Singh visited the BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir in Sydney on Friday, where he was warmly welcomed by children singing devotional hymns and chants. Singh also performed aarti at the temple.

2025-10-11T01:02:55.782143+00:00 IST

Machado hails Nobel Peace Prize; US says "politics over peace"

White House spokesperson Steven Cheung took to his X social media platform to post "President Trump will continue making peace deals, ending wars, and saving lives. He has the heart of a humanitarian, and there will never be anyone like him who can move mountains with the sheer force of his will."

2025-10-10T15:18:28.834254+00:00 IST

Asia

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Pakistan declares "open war" on Afghanistan

Cross-border clashes between Afghanistan and Pakistan escalated sharply on Friday, with Islamabad declaring "open war" on Kabul after carrying out airstrikes in parts of Kabul, Kandahar and Paktia, further intensifying tensions between the two neighbouring countries.

2026-02-27T02:49:05.356856+00:00 IST

Taiwan detects 8 PLA aircraft, 6 PLAN vessels

Out of the 8 sorties detected, 6 crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's central and southwestern ADIZ.

2026-02-27T02:32:58.542621+00:00 IST

Afghan Forces kill 55 Pakistani soldiers, Pakistan retaliates

The Ministry of National Defence of Afghanistan said that 55 Pakistani soldiers were killed in retaliatory operations carried out along the Durand Line on Thursday.

2026-02-27T01:11:05.455415+00:00 IST

Middle East

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Israeli leaders denounce orthodox violence against soldiers

According to police, the two soldiers, who serve in the IDF's Education and Youth Corps, were in Bnei Brak as part of a welfare home visit to one of their soldiers. They were not military police, despite claims circulating online, the IDF said.

2026-02-15T17:57:43.081526+00:00 IST

Abdullah bin Zayed, Egyptian FM discuss fraternal ties

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed during a telephone call today with Badr Abdelatty, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration, and Expatriates of the Arab Republic of Egypt, the fraternal relations between the UAE and Egypt and ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in a manner that serves the mutual interests of the two sisterly countries and their peoples.

2026-02-15T01:20:36.508152+00:00 IST

"Successful deal must ensure full sanctions removal, tangible benefits": Iranian Ambassador

In an interview with ANI, Fathali said Iran is seeking a sustainable and balanced agreement, backed by credible guarantees.

2026-02-13T17:22:59.737914+00:00 IST

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Asia

PM Modi receives phone call with Mauritius PM Ramgoolam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday received a phone call from his Mauritian counterpart, Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam, during which both leaders discussed the progress in the extensive cooperation between the two countries.

2026-02-09T16:19:21.646215+00:00 IST

Asia

Goyal credits US Ambassador Gor for India-US interim trade deal

Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday credited US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor for the successful conclusion of the framework for the India-US interim trade agreement, praising his "support and personal leadership" in strengthening bilateral economic ties between the two countries.

2026-02-09T16:15:35.070744+00:00 IST

Asia

“White House is paying attention to India”: US Ambassador Gor

During a reception hosted at the residence of the US Ambassador in the national capital, Gor said that the Trump administration at the White House "is paying attention" to India, thanking the strong ties between PM Modi and President Trump for the conclusion of the interim trade agreement.

2026-02-09T15:33:16.829995+00:00 IST

Asia

EAM attends reception hosted by US Ambassador Gor

EAM Jaishankar's interaction with Ambassador Gor comes days after the conclusion of the framework of the India-US interim trade agreement last week, underscoring the shared interests and continued partnership between the two countries.

2026-02-09T14:32:16.867026+00:00 IST

Asia

National interest to guide India’s energy choices: FS Misri

Speaking during a Special Briefing by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) here, Misri stated that decisions in the energy sector, whether by the government or businesses, would be guided by national interests, while clarifying the issue of actual sourcing.

2026-02-09T13:22:27.267725+00:00 IST

Asia

Japan PM Takaichi thanks PM Modi, backs free, open Indo-Pacific

In a post on X, Prime Minister Takaichi, who led the coalition with her party, the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), which won a two-thirds majority in the house, thanked Prime Minister Modi for his message and underscored her intent to continue close cooperation with India.

2026-02-09T12:56:39.877305+00:00 IST

Asia

Nepal: EC starts dispatching ballot boxes for March polls

At the head office of the Election Commission in the capital, Kathmandu, ballot boxes are being piled up, counted and dispatched to various districts to ensure the smooth conduct of the polls.

2026-02-09T11:35:20.548157+00:00 IST

Asia

India, Seychelles adopt SESEL joint vision

India and Seychelles on Monday adopted a Joint Vision for Sustainability, Economic Growth and Security through Enhanced Linkages (SESEL) and announced and signed a series of key Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and agreements covering health, maritime cooperation, digital transformation, capacity-building and cultural exchange.

2026-02-09T11:30:13.256774+00:00 IST

Asia

China deepened nationwide repression in 2025: HRW

The Chinese government significantly intensified repression across the country in 2025, tightening ideological control and curbing fundamental freedoms under President Xi Jinping, according to the World Report 2026 released by Human Rights Watch (HRW).

2026-02-09T09:31:04.925374+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan: FGEHA housing projects face prolonged delays

Both housing projects of the Federal Government Employees Housing Authority (FGEHA), Green Enclave and Sky Gardens, located in Bhara Kahu have been experiencing prolonged delays, according to a report by Dawn.

2026-02-09T09:27:36.013721+00:00 IST

Asia

President Herminie invites PM Modi as Guest of Honour

Seychelles President Patrick Herminie on Monday invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the Guest of Honour for the 50th anniversary of Seychelles' Independence Day.

2026-02-09T09:03:15.845424+00:00 IST

Asia

PM welcomes Seychelles as CSC full-time member

: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday welcomed Seychelles as a full-time member of the Colombo Security Conclave and called defence and maritime cooperation are important pillars of the relationship. He further noted that India and Seychelles would expand cooperation in the areas of renewable energy, resilience, climate adaptive solutions.

2026-02-09T08:31:44.603440+00:00 IST

Asia

India announces special economic package of 175 million dollars

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday announced a special economic package of 175 million dollars for Seychelles to support concrete projects in areas such as social housing, e-mobility, vocational training, health, defence and maritime security.

2026-02-09T08:03:07.100045+00:00 IST

Sikyong Penpa Tsering discusses Tibet, disinformation

Sikyong Penpa Tsering met US Senator Jeff Merkley on February 5 as part of his official advocacy programme in Washington, DC. Merkley a long-time and consistent supporter of the Tibetan cause and the original sponsor of the bipartisan Resolve Tibet Act of 2024, according to a report by the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA).

2026-02-09T07:39:05.557860+00:00 IST