World

Nagma Mohamed Mallick appointed as new ambassador

Nagma Mohamed Mallick, from the IFS batch of 1991, presently Ambassador of India to Japan, has been concurrently accredited as the next Ambassador of India to the Republic of Marshall Islands, with residence in Tokyo.

2026-02-02T11:31:13.996556+00:00 IST

India to attend 2026 Commonwealth Law Ministers Meeting in Fiji

Fiji is all set to welcome ministers and attorneys general, including officials from India, to the Commonwealth Law Ministers Meeting, which will be held in Nadi from 9 to 12 February 2026.

2026-02-02T10:19:59.883602+00:00 IST

Central Bureau of Investigation launches Operation CyStrike

Central Bureau of Investigation launched Operation CyStrike with Federal Bureau of Investigation and other countries, carried out searches across multiple Indian states, dismantled cyber fraud networks, seized digital evidence and cash, and arrested key operative Pfokrehrii Peter, disrupting transnational cyber-enabled financial crime.

2026-02-02T09:33:57.973238+00:00 IST

Balochistan Liberation Army releases female fighters video

The Balochistan Liberation Army released footage of female fighters involved in Operation Herof Phase II in Balochistan, including two women linked to recent attacks, highlighting growing female participation amid escalating conflict and civilian insecurity.

2026-02-02T09:01:43.600693+00:00 IST

UAE reopens Sheikh Zayed Child Care Complex in Istanbul

The UAE reopened the Sheikh Zayed Child Care Complex in Istanbul after renovation, strengthening humanitarian ties with Turkiye. Rebuilt by Zayed Charitable Foundation, the facility now supports about 700 children with healthcare, education, and social services, reflecting the UAE's people-first development vision.

2026-02-02T08:51:45.423979+00:00 IST

Pakistan: Activist Jibran Nasir slams state as Balochistan burns

Activist Jibran Nasir slammed Pakistan's handling of Balochistan violence, accusing the state of denial and blame-shifting. He warned that repression and silencing critics block lasting peace, as kidnappings and disappearances continue to fuel fear and insecurity across the province.

2026-02-02T08:38:47.928790+00:00 IST

PoJK activist Amjad Ayub Mirza condemns Muzaffarabad rally

Political activist Amjad Ayub Mirza criticised a Muzaffarabad rally demanding Yasin Malik's release, saying it blurred civil rights activism with militancy. He warned that linking governance protests with militant narratives undermines genuine reform efforts and harms Kashmiris.

2026-02-02T08:23:19.875995+00:00 IST

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Board of Peace “Very Special,” says Trump upon return from Davos

US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) returned to Washington, D.C., after attending the World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos, highlighting that the Board of Peace is "something that the world has never seen before - very special."

2026-01-22T23:05:26.816597+00:00 IST

Trump signs charter to launch ‘Board of Peace’ at WEF in Davos

US President Donald Trump launched his "Board of Peace" at Davos, saying it aims to bring global peace and could expand beyond its original Gaza ceasefire mandate. He claimed progress on ending wars, defended inviting powerful leaders, and said permanent members must contribute USD 1 billion.

2026-01-22T11:11:24.151006+00:00 IST

Canada University delegation to visit India from Feb 2

The mission will advance research collaboration and expand industry partnerships. Indian students have traditionally moved to Canada for higher studies. Between 2015 and 2023, the number of Indian students in Canada grew from 31,920 to 278,005, a staggering 770% increase.

2026-01-22T05:12:50.318093+00:00 IST

Europe

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Venezuela's oil exports shrivel as US seizes tanker off its coast

Oil tanker movements into and out of Venezuelan waters have almost come to a standstill, Al Jazeera's sources stated, after the US announced that it would seize more vessels as part of its military pressure on Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro.

2025-12-13T13:40:50.551179+00:00 IST

Nobel Committee condemns arrest of Narges Mohammadi

"The Norwegian Nobel Committee is deeply concerned by today's brutal arrest of Narges Mohammadi alongside a number of other activists. Ms. Mohammadi - the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize laureate - is a staunch defender of human rights, freedom of expression and democratic participation in Iran," the statement read.

2025-12-13T13:34:00.044199+00:00 IST

French govt to vaccinate 1mn cattle against lumpy skin disease

The announcement comes after several outbreaks of the highly contagious disease prompted authorities to order the culling of entire herds, sparking demonstrations by farmers who consider the measure excessive.

2025-12-13T12:31:34.439155+00:00 IST

Pacific

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Quad leaders discuss ongoing conflict in Ukraine

Canberra [Australia], March 4 (ANI): The Quad leaders convened a virtual meeting on Wednesday and discussed the ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis in Ukraine and assessed its broader implications.

2022-03-04T02:18:41.226665+00:00 IST

New Zealand reports 2,846 new community cases of COVID-19

Wellington [New Zealand], February 22 (ANI/Xinhua): New Zealand recorded 2,846 new community cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, the Ministry of Health said in a statement.

2022-02-22T03:31:01.598883+00:00 IST

Australia condemns China for 'unprofessional and unsafe military conduct'

Canberra [Australia], February 20 (ANI): Australia on Saturday condemned China for "unprofessional and unsafe military conduct" after its warship used a laser to "illuminate" an Australian Air Force jet.

2022-02-20T11:36:40.928283+00:00 IST

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Strong earthquake of magnitude 7.0 jolts Kamchatka

A strong earthquake of magnitude 7.0 struck near the east coast of Kamchatka, as reported by the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) on Saturday.

2025-09-13T03:53:17.033992+00:00 IST

Aussie ‘mushroom murderer’ Erin Patterson gets sentenced to life

Erin Patterson was convicted of murdering three relatives by serving them lunch laced with death cap mushrooms in July 2023, local media reported.

2025-09-08T04:20:45.437791+00:00 IST

Indian navy band participates at I-day of Papua New Guinea

The Indian Navy band participated in the military tattoo as a part of the 50th Independence Day celebrations of Papua New Guinea, the Indian Navy Spokesperson shared on Sunday.

2025-09-07T20:39:37.714929+00:00 IST

Asia

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Pak: HRFP urges immediate protection for Christian family

HRFP's fact-finding team rushed to the incident place on February 24 and met with Sarwar Masih and the affected family, ensuring possible assistance to them.

2026-02-25T04:36:38.335302+00:00 IST

Invited Mitsui & Co. to explore transformative investment opportu

The discussions centered on securing major investments in renewable energy, semiconductors, and advanced logistics as part of the state's rapid industrial expansion.

2026-02-25T04:23:46.633402+00:00 IST

PM Modi features on the front page of Israeli newspaper

The newspaper showed a photo of the PM waving his hands along with feature stories based on his visit to the Israel and India-Israel ties.

2026-02-25T04:08:48.629743+00:00 IST

Middle East

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UAE begins loading 'Saqr Humanitarian Ship' in support of Gaza St

In implementation of the directives of Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, the Saqr bin Mohammed Al Qasimi Charity and Humanitarian Foundation has commenced loading the 12th Saqr Humanitarian Ship with relief aid at Ras Al Khaimah Port, in cooperation with Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, as part of its humanitarian mission to support the people of the Gaza Strip.

2026-01-18T22:39:14.399527+00:00 IST

Syria agrees ceasefire with Kurdish-led SDF

As part of the arrangement, the deal will also see SDF forces integrate into the Syrian military, the report said.

2026-01-18T16:50:11.560061+00:00 IST

Israeli firm commit acquires African tech talent platform

Israeli software solutions leader Commit has acquired Savannah, a startup that recruits and employs top tech talent from African countries for global development teams.

2026-01-18T16:14:41.856885+00:00 IST

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Asia

CDS Gen Anil Chauhan leads defence delegation to Armenia

An Indian defence delegation led by Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan is visiting Armenia to strengthen bilateral defence cooperation, building on earlier defence talks and broader diplomatic engagement between the two countries.

2026-02-02T08:03:24.787685+00:00 IST

Asia

Bangladesh court gives 10-year sentence to ex-PM Sheikh Hasina

Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has been sentenced to 10 years in prison in two corruption cases. Her relatives also received jail terms. The verdict comes after trials linked to land allocation, amid ongoing legal action under Bangladesh's interim government.

2026-02-02T07:31:34.831965+00:00 IST

Middle East

Iran brands European armies ‘terrorist groups’ after IRGC ban

Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said Tehran will treat European armies as terrorist groups after the EU blacklisted the IRGC. He defended the IRGC's role in fighting terrorism and warned Europe of consequences, saying the move would only strengthen public support for the force.

2026-02-02T06:28:06.002883+00:00 IST

Asia

EAM Jaishankar to attend Critical Minerals Ministerial in US

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will visit the US from 2-4 February for the Critical Minerals Ministerial led by Marco Rubio, focusing on supply chains and clean energy. The visit comes amid wider India-US engagement on critical minerals and defence cooperation.

2026-02-02T06:05:08.506271+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan: PTI alleges nearly 180 workers detained in Sindh raids

PTI accused the Sindh government of detaining nearly 180 activists under the MPO ahead of a February 8 protest, calling it political victimisation. Sindh authorities denied mass arrests, calling the claims misleading and insisting law enforcement acted within legal limits.

2026-02-02T05:48:55.078291+00:00 IST

Laura Fernandez takes early lead in Costa Rica presidential election

Laura Fernandez is leading Costa Rica's presidential election with over 53 per cent of early votes counted. She needs 40 per cent to avoid a run-off. Crime and security dominate the campaign, while her party is also seeking gains in the National Assembly.

2026-02-02T05:02:04.698082+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan’s NFC stalls as key working groups stay inactive

Pakistan's National Finance Commission has stalled, with most working groups inactive and the second meeting delayed. Provinces and the centre differ over revenue sharing and reforms, raising concerns about further delays to the long-pending 11th NFC award meant to guide distribution of federal resources.

2026-02-02T04:44:23.532359+00:00 IST

Asia

Japan snap polls fuel debate over PM’s dissolution powers

Japan's snap election after PM Sanae Takaichi dissolved parliament has sparked debate over her power to do so. Opposition parties and legal experts are calling for limits, arguing the move was politically driven, while critics say only voters can now hold the government accountable.

2026-02-02T04:06:56.241344+00:00 IST

Indian ambassador Kwatra highlights "democratization of AI"

Indian Ambassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra outlined India's people-first AI vision at a Pre-AI Summit discussion in Washington, highlighting "impact" and the three pillars of people, planet and progress ahead of the India AI Impact Summit 2026, set to be held in the Global South.

2026-02-02T03:44:31.214124+00:00 IST

Asia

Exiled Tibetans cast ballots in preliminary polls

Tibetans in exile voted in the first phase of elections to choose their government-in-exile and parliament. Voters and candidates stressed unity, cultural survival and freedom, while expressing hopes of returning to a free Tibet amid concerns over shrinking communities worldwide.

2026-02-02T03:27:27.520198+00:00 IST

Iran missiles a “serious threat” to US bases, Gulf allies warn

US allies warn Iran's missiles still threaten American bases despite past strikes. Gulf states refuse support for any attack on Iran. Tehran says its capabilities remain intact, as tensions rise with US deployments, while leaders on both sides warn of regional war even amid tentative talks.

2026-02-02T03:00:55.569833+00:00 IST

"Biggest one of all": Donald Trump backs world's largest triumphal arch for DC

US President Donald Trump wants Washington, DC, to build the world's largest triumphal arch, calling it the "biggest one of all". Construction is expected to begin soon as part of wider renovation plans across the capital, including upgrades to the White House and Kennedy Center.

2026-02-02T02:53:20.916831+00:00 IST

Middle East

Israeli Military eliminates Hezbollah leader Ali Dawood Amich

The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) confirmed that earlier today (Sunday) it attacked and killed Hezbollah terrorist Ali Dawood Amich, who served as head of a branch in the Hezbollah engineering department.

2026-02-02T01:11:37.006502+00:00 IST

Middle East

Dubai Press Club organises ‘UAE–Kuwait Media Celebration’

Under the patronage of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and under the directives of Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, the Dubai Press Club today organised the 'UAE-Kuwait Media Celebration'.

2026-02-02T01:06:40.054356+00:00 IST