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"Great occasion for both countries; this is just beginning": Form

Former Indian diplomats on Tuesday welcomed the India-US trade agreement, calling it a positive and evolving step that would boost bilateral trade, business confidence and people-to-people benefits between the two countries.

2026-02-03T20:36:04.380942+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar meets US Treasury Secy Bessent

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday (local time) met US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in Washington DC as part of an ongoing three-day visit to the United States, where he is participating in the inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial on February 4.

2026-02-03T20:20:27.432014+00:00 IST

WH claims India "committed" to halt Russian oil purchases

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Tuesday (local time) claimed that India has committed to ending its purchases of Russian oil and will instead source crude from the United States, potentially from Venezuela under the newly announced trade agreement between the two countries.

2026-02-03T19:47:38.961273+00:00 IST

‘Vizhinjam Port has immense potential’: Shashi Tharoor

In a post on X, Tharoor said he met Rene Piil Pedersen and Vivek Sharma from Maersk and described the interaction as constructive.

2026-02-03T19:43:43.898089+00:00 IST

Sergio Gor to visit Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan from February 3-7

Ambassador Sergio Gor will visit Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan from February 3-7, as per a press statement from the US State Department.

2026-02-03T17:50:05.100986+00:00 IST

CDS General Anil Chauhan calls on Armenia Defence Minister

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Tuesday called on Armenia's Defence Minister Suren Papkyan during his official visit to the country, holding discussions aimed at deepening defence cooperation between India and Armenia.

2026-02-03T17:49:10.263208+00:00 IST

India-Tanzania hold 4th joint defence cooperation committee meeti

Both countries reviewed ongoing defence cooperation and discussed a broad range of areas for further collaboration, including military training, service-to-service cooperation, maritime security and defence industry collaboration.

2026-02-03T17:39:00.712138+00:00 IST

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White House shares AI-generated Greenland image

Despite pausing tariffs on Europe, US President Donald Trump continues to push his Greenland agenda, sharing AI-generated images and repeating claims of strategic interest.

2026-01-24T12:59:02.132201+00:00 IST

WUC urges UK PM Keir Starmer to raise Uyghur genocide

According to the WUC, the prospect of deeper engagement with China has generated serious concern among Uyghur communities and human rights advocates, given that there have been no meaningful policy changes in East Turkistan since the last UK prime ministerial visit in 2018. The group highlighted that United Nations experts working with the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights recently expressed alarm over the widespread use of forced labour in China, warning that such practices may amount to crimes against humanity, including forcible transfer and enslavement.

2026-01-24T10:19:05.444656+00:00 IST

Prince Harry, UK PM Starmer condemn Trump’s remarks on NATO

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Prince Harry condemned the remarks by US President Donald Trump over the sending of troops to Afghan frontlines, CNN reported.

2026-01-24T09:13:34.512612+00:00 IST

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EU approves €90 bln support package for Ukraine for 2026-27

European leaders have agreed to provide Ukraine with 90 billion euros in financial support for 2026-27, a decision aimed at funding Ukraine's military and economic needs.

2025-12-19T05:18:19.223372+00:00 IST

Ukraine’s “resilience” can weaken Putin’s war: Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy said Ukraine's resilience weakens Russia's ability to prolong the war, stressing that sustained pressure on the aggressor can bring peace. He thanked European leaders for their support and underlined the need for a strong and united Europe.

2025-12-18T18:46:34.323914+00:00 IST

Putin warns Russia may expand territory if Ukraine talks fail

Putin warned Russia could expand its territorial control in Ukraine if peace talks fail, saying Moscow prefers diplomacy but is ready to act militarily. The remarks come amid intensified US-led negotiations, with major disagreements persisting over territory, NATO and security guarantees.

2025-12-17T18:15:58.628129+00:00 IST

Pacific

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Piyush Goyal pays tribute to 'King of Spin' Shane Warne at MCG

Melbourne [Australia], April 6 (ANI): Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal, who is on a three-day visit to Australia, visited Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Wednesday with Australian Trade Minister Dan Tehan.

2022-04-06T03:25:19.653346+00:00 IST

'Better late than never', Goyal on India-Australia trade deal

Melbourne [Australia], April 6 (ANI): Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday underlined the importance of the India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement, saying even though the agreement was signed a bit late but its "better late than never."

2022-04-06T02:14:59.093987+00:00 IST

Piyush Goyal reaches Melbourne on a 3-day visit to Australia

Melbourne [Australia], April 5 (ANI): Days after inking the Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA), Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal has reached Melbourne for a three-day visit to Australia.

2022-04-05T12:13:03.970009+00:00 IST

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Only 13 survive as boat carrying 74 capsizes off Libya: UNHCR

Only 13 people have survived and dozens remain missing after a vessel carrying 74 refugees, mostly from Sudan, capsized off the coast of Tobruk in eastern Libya on September 13, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) said, making this the second major maritime tragedy in the region within a matter of days.

2025-09-18T06:32:49.934502+00:00 IST

Indian Navy’s first training squadron arrives in Mozambique

The First Training Squadron (1TS) of the Indian Navy, comprising INS Tir, INS Shardul, INS Sujata, and ICGS Sarathi, entered Maputo on Tuesday.

2025-09-17T13:50:51.580935+00:00 IST

MoS Margherita pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi in Australia

Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita on Wednesday paid floral tribute at the statue of Mahatma Gandhi in Brisbane.

2025-09-17T12:42:59.311390+00:00 IST

Asia

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Bangladesh Central Bank Appoints Md Mostaqur Rahman as Governor

Rahman succeeds Ahsan H Mansur, who stepped down from the post amid protests by officials. Mansur left office at around 2:00 pm (local time) today, and shortly after his departure from the central bank headquarters, the government announced Rahman's appointment.

2026-02-25T11:43:50.867996+00:00 IST

Global economy in turmoil, but won't last long: CM Yogi in Tokyo

UP CM Yogi Adityanath's Japan visit focused on securing major investments in automobiles, logistics, and renewable energy. Addressing the diaspora, he urged them to support India's progress. Key MoUs were signed with Suzuki and Minda Corp to boost the state's industrial ecosystem and global supply chain integration.

2026-02-25T11:42:44.711146+00:00 IST

Pak: PTI moves Supreme Court for Imran Khan's immediate transfer to private hospital amid vision loss fears

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) has moved the Supreme Court seeking urgent medical treatment for jailed founder Imran Khan, Dawn reported. The plea requests his transfer to Shifa International Hospital for specialised eye care and access to personal doctors, citing transparency and health concerns.

2026-02-25T10:57:24.710702+00:00 IST

Middle East

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UAE expresses solidarity with Tunisia

The United Arab Emirates has expressed its sincere condolences and solidarity with the Republic of Tunisia over the victims of floods following heavy rainfall, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries and caused substantial damage.

2026-01-23T23:23:43.822127+00:00 IST

"International organizations lost their influence," Iran's repres

Ilahi, in an interview with ANI, said that the organisations are controlled by a select few countries.

2026-01-23T21:19:20.363074+00:00 IST

Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship's 3rd edition

The first round of the third edition of the Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship begins at the Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex (NAS) in Dubai, with strong participation from clubs and academies. The championship continues to grow in scale and importance, reinforcing its position as a key platform for jiu-jitsu development across the UAE.

2026-01-23T19:38:56.757605+00:00 IST

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Israel formalises orthodox integration into military

Israel Defence Forces Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir signed a landmark order Tuesday establishing formal guidelines for integrating Orthodox (Haredi) Jews into military service, marking the first time such arrangements have been codified in an official General Staff order.

2026-02-03T17:37:01.213127+00:00 IST

Asia

Earthquake of magnitude 6.0 strikes Myanmar

Another earthquake of magnitude 5.3 struck Myanmar at 9:21 pm, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) website.

2026-02-03T17:20:48.426742+00:00 IST

Middle East

Israeli Army appoints first Muslim Arab woman as Arabic lang spox

The Israel Defence Forces announced on Tuesday that Major Ella Waweya will become the military's next Arabic-language spokesperson, ending more than two decades of service by Col. Avichay Adraee in the highly visible role. Waweya, currently Adraee's deputy, will be promoted to the rank of lieutenant colonel when she formally assumes the position next week.

2026-02-03T16:12:20.650884+00:00 IST

Asia

NSA Ajit Doval arrives in Saudi Arabia for official visit

Doval was received at the airport by India's Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Dr Suhel Ajaz Khan, and Saudi Arabia's Deputy Minister for Political Affairs, Ambassador Dr Saud Al-Sati, according to the Indian Embassy in Riyadh.

2026-02-03T15:33:27.855814+00:00 IST

Asia

China seeks deeper ties with India, backs BRICS role, says envoy

Highlighting the robust economic engagement, the Ambassador stated that bilateral trade grew by over 12 per cent year-on-year. In 2025, bilateral trade between China and India reached a record high of USD 155.6 billion, with India's exports to China growing 9.7 per cent, underscoring the significant potential for economic and trade cooperation between the two countries.

2026-02-03T15:04:29.360251+00:00 IST

Europe

Baloch activist challenges Pakistan’s claims of success

A leading Baloch activist has challenged Pakistan's assertions of operational success in Balochistan, saying the state is masking an ongoing conflict and targeting civilians instead of addressing political grievances. Hakeem Baloch, Focal Person of the Baloch National Movement's Foreign Department, dismissed Islamabad's claim of killing over 140 militants in recent coordinated operations. He said the Pakistani government has failed to quell the conflict or address what it labels a "low-level insurgency."

2026-02-03T14:59:29.672659+00:00 IST

Sikyong Penpa Tsering meets US lawmakers at Capitol Hill

The discussions also covered ongoing legislative initiatives and issues related to the Dalai Lama's succession, the CTA said. Lawmakers were briefed on the recent Prague Declaration adopted by the Article 18 Alliance, which reaffirms freedom of religion or belief and supports the Tibetan Buddhist community's right to determine the Dalai Lama's successor without state interference.

2026-02-03T13:46:18.927892+00:00 IST

Asia

India, US likely to issue joint statement on trade agreement this week: Govt sources

The deal involves reducing reciprocal tariffs from 25% to 18% and eliminating the additional 25% duty on Russian oil imports into India. India has also agreed to increase imports from the US by $500 billion, covering sectors like energy, technology, agriculture, and defence.

2026-02-03T13:20:54.598143+00:00 IST

Pacific

India condemns theft of Mahatma Gandhi's statue in Melbourne

The statue, a gift from the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), was inaugurated by former Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison in 2021. This incident has raised concerns within the Indian-Australian community, especially since the statue was previously vandalised within 24 hours of its inauguration.

2026-02-03T12:51:20.623803+00:00 IST

Asia

US-India trade deal removes 'competitive disadvantage'; Fmr Envoy

"Till the Prime Minister's visit to China for the SCO Summit, comments from people around President Trump were very critical. But after the optics of the PM's meetings with President Putin and President Xi, the tone changed. President Trump began posting that India and PM Modi are great friends," Singh told ANI.

2026-02-03T12:31:16.088787+00:00 IST

Europe

JSFM condemns disappearance of family members of Baloch leader

The Jeay Sindh Freedom Movement (JSFM) has strongly condemned the reported enforced disappearance of Muhammad Bakhsh Sajidi, father of Dr Naseem Baloch, chairman of the Baloch National Movement (BNM), along with his uncles, Naeem Sajidi and Rafeeq Baloch.

2026-02-03T11:23:16.544739+00:00 IST

Asia

Kashmir Solidarity Day rings hollow as PoJK faces severe electric

While Islamabad projects concern for Kashmiris on international platforms, residents in the territory it controls are struggling to survive harsh winter conditions amid prolonged power outages.

2026-02-03T11:17:02.602913+00:00 IST

Asia

Pak: Imaan Mazari's mother seeks urgent meeting in jail

Imaan and Hadi were sentenced to 17 years in prison for social media posts deemed "anti-state" under Pakistan's Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA), 2016. They have remained in continuous judicial custody since their conviction on January 24.

2026-02-03T11:04:00.578955+00:00 IST

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