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Canadian PM Carney rejects claims of softening Davos remarks

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney rejected claims he softened his Davos remarks after speaking with US President Donald Trump, reaffirming his stance on global trade and middle-power cooperation while addressing tariff tensions, China trade, and upcoming talks with India.

2026-01-27T23:51:27.061697+00:00 IST

“Europe-India ties have never been stronger”: EU Commission Prez

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen noted that India-EU ties have never been stronger after both sides finalised a landmark Free Trade Agreement and security partnership. Leaders hailed the deal as a boost to trade, strategic cooperation and shared prosperity amid global uncertainty.

2026-01-27T23:39:21.179869+00:00 IST

“Strategic partnership provides major weight”: Costa on India-EU

Addressing a banquet held in his honour at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday, Costa said, "In an increasingly volatile world, our strategic partnership provides major economic and geopolitical weight. I am proud of the outcomes of today's summit. We have delivered tangible progress and set an example of cooperative leadership on global issues with a free trade agreement, Security and Defence Partnership and the Joint Strategic Agenda to 2030."

2026-01-27T23:17:39.007099+00:00 IST

“Strong sign of close partnership”: German FM on EU-India FTA

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul welcomed the EU-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA), calling it a significant step toward strengthening bilateral ties and supporting global commerce.

2026-01-27T23:16:13.362452+00:00 IST

Finland President hails historic EU–India FTA

Finnish President Alexander Stubb welcomed the EU-India Free Trade Agreement as historic. India and the EU concluded the long-pending pact, cutting tariffs on most goods. Leaders called it a major boost to trade and ties, with PM Modi urging businesses to deepen cooperation.

2026-01-27T22:41:30.190572+00:00 IST

"Big honour for Greek art and culture," Greece Tourism Minister

Addressing reporters during her visit on Tuesday, Kefalogianni highlighted the importance of tourism as a bridge for fostering friendships, cultural exchanges and closer collaboration between India and Greece.

2026-01-27T21:47:20.107898+00:00 IST

"Mother of deals has now been born," High Commissioner of Malta t

Reuben Gauci, High Commissioner of Malta to India, lauded the India-European Union (EU) Free Trade Agreement (FTA), calling it the "mother of all deals" and highlighting its potential to expand trade and investment between India and the EU.

2026-01-27T21:29:27.542941+00:00 IST

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Baloch American Congress President calls on Trump to recognise Ba

Chand said that Pakistan, with China's support has occupied Balochistan, and has become a security threat.

2026-01-16T09:24:41.082695+00:00 IST

Canadian FM condemns killing of Canadian citizen in Iran protests

Anand joined the voices across the world that are condemning Iranian brutality in an attempt to douse the anti-regime protests that continue to spread like wildfire.

2026-01-16T09:17:41.073004+00:00 IST

Trump announces onset of Gaza’s 20-Point Peace Plan's new phase

Trump said that he has deployed a newly appointed Palestinian Technocratic Government to govern Gaza during its transition.

2026-01-16T08:41:53.153018+00:00 IST

Europe

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Ishaq Dar’s Brussels visit under EU scrutiny over rights crisis

Exiled journalist Taha Siddiqui says Ishaq Dar's Brussels visit comes as the EU prepares to review Pakistan's GSP+ trade benefits amid widespread human rights abuses, political repression, and militancy concerns. He warns that ignoring these violations would undermine Europe's credibility.

2025-11-21T08:18:58.170156+00:00 IST

India, EU review cooperation on clean energy, climate partnership

MEA Secretary (West) Sibi George met with Directorate-General for Energy, European Commission, Ditte Juul Jorgensen on Thursday (local time) and reviewed cooperation under the India-EU Clean Energy and Climate Partnership, the Ministry of External Affairs said.

2025-11-20T21:23:57.198603+00:00 IST

India, France sign NSG-GIGN LoI to boost counter-terror cooperati

India and France strengthened their counter-terrorism cooperation as Director General of the National Security Guard (NSG), Brighu Srinivasan, and Commander of France's GIGN, Colonel Benoit Villeminoz, signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) in Paris.

2025-11-20T17:57:44.809697+00:00 IST

Pacific

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5.7 magnitude quake hits Fiji Islands

Hong Kong, November 3 (ANI/Xinhua): An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.7 jolted south of the Fiji Islands at 3.19 GMT on Wednesday, the US Geological Survey said.

2021-11-03T04:15:02.620108+00:00 IST

UAE recalls envoy to Lebanon for consultations, bans citizens from visiting state: Reports

Beirut [lebanon], October 30 (ANI/Sputnik): The UAE has decided to recall its ambassador to Lebanon for consultations in solidarity with Riyadh and prohibit its citizens from visiting that country, the official WAM news agency reported on Saturday, citing the UAE foreign ministry.

2021-10-30T15:52:24.076220+00:00 IST

Australian capital eases COVID-19 restrictions

Canberra [Austrlia], October 29 (ANI/Xinhua): Coronavirus restrictions in Australia's Canberra have eased significantly as residents of the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) are no longer required to wear facemasks outdoors from Friday.

2021-10-29T06:18:05.849247+00:00 IST

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India hands over first batch of 10 electric buses to Mauritius

In a major step in strengthening of the 'green partnership' between India and Mauritius and as part of the shared vision for a more sustainable and climate-resilient future, the High Commissioner of India to Mauritius, Anurag Srivastava officially handed over the first batch of ten electric buses (E-buses) to Prime Minister Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam on Wednesday, as per an official statement from the Indian Embassy.

2025-08-07T14:43:54.878987+00:00 IST

Kmart faces court over alleged links to Uyghur forced labour

A Uyghur group in Australia is suing Kmart, alleging links to forced labour in China's Xinjiang region. The case seeks proof of Kmart's ethical sourcing claims, as critics highlight gaps in Australia's Modern Slavery Act. Kmart denies wrongdoing, citing its long-standing Ethical Sourcing Program.

2025-08-06T12:59:01.203522+00:00 IST

Great Barrier Reef sees most widespread coral bleaching

The Great Barrier Reef has suffered its most widespread coral bleaching on record in 2024 due to climate change-driven heat stress, with coral cover dropping sharply, especially in the south, Al Jazeera reported. Experts warn urgent emissions cuts are needed to protect the reef's future.

2025-08-06T12:06:05.073059+00:00 IST

Asia

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Nepal: Indefinite curfew imposed in Birgunj after clashes

According to the Chief District Officer, the curfew was imposed under Section 6(a) of the Local Administration Act, 2028, which prohibits residents from moving around, gathering, rallying, demonstrating, holding meetings, or sieging within the designated areas, which include Bypass Road in the east, Sirsia River in the west, Gandak Chowk in the north, and Shankaracharya Gate in the south.

2026-02-23T09:38:41.507407+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar hosts seven Permanent Representatives to the UN

In a post on X, he wrote, "A pleasure hosting Permanent Representatives of DRC, Greece, Guyana, Liberia, Timor-Leste, Trinidad and Tobago and Zimbabwe to the United Nations. Underlined that reformed multilateralism is more important than ever before. A good discussion on technology and development."

2026-02-23T09:28:30.807692+00:00 IST

TN CM urges EAM to intervene over Lankan Navy fishers' detentions

Following the apprehension of 12 fishermen along with a mechanised boat by the Sri Lankan Navy on Sunday night, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Monday urged External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to initiate immediate diplomatic intervention to secure the release of the detained fishermen.

2026-02-23T09:19:33.464160+00:00 IST

Middle East

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Engine-less Indian ship ‘Kaundinya’ enters Omani waters

"The main objective of the Kaundinya project now stands proved: we have demonstrated how ancient "stitched" ships from India could cross the oceans, we know the strengths and drawbacks of this design, and have good idea of the human experience of ancient mariners," Sanjeev Sanyal posted from onboard the Indian Navy vessel.

2026-01-12T08:21:58.301642+00:00 IST

INSV Kaundinya “Ship of Wood with Men of Steel” closer to Oman

The journey, which began on December 29, 2025, aims to recreate the ancient maritime trading route that connected India with West Asia and other parts of the world.

2026-01-12T06:03:05.285595+00:00 IST

544 dead, over 10,600 arrested as Iran protests continue

At least 544 people have been killed and more than 10,681 individuals arrested and transferred to prisons amid nationwide protests in Iran, as demonstrators have taken to the streets across multiple provinces over the past 15 days in anti-government rallies driven by soaring inflation, economic hardship and mounting public anger over governance.

2026-01-12T04:22:40.724709+00:00 IST

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Trump heads to Iowa amid immigration shooting backlash

US President Donald Trump is visiting Iowa to promote affordability ahead of the midterms, even as his administration faces backlash over a fatal immigration shooting in Minnesota. The trip is part of a broader outreach push amid political and cost-of-living pressures.

2026-01-27T19:55:29.932731+00:00 IST

Asia

"Honoured that Maha Governor will attend International Holocaust

Speaking to ANI, Revach said he was deeply honoured that the Governor of Maharashtra would attend the event, highlighting the importance of remembrance and shared democratic values between the two nations.

2026-01-27T19:53:31.062230+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan: PTI warns of permanent vision loss for Imran Khan

PTI raised concerns over jailed founder Imran Khan's reported eye condition, warning of possible permanent vision loss without urgent treatment. The party demanded hospital care, family access, and court intervention, while Imran's sisters questioned the reports and protested restrictions on meetings.

2026-01-27T19:43:57.194629+00:00 IST

Europe

Starmer embarks on China visit as UK seeks reset in ties

It marks the first visit by a UK prime minister to China in eight years and is being closely watched in capitals from Beijing to Washington.

2026-01-27T17:58:18.492429+00:00 IST

Asia

President Murmu hosts banquet in honour of EU delegates

Murmu drew upon common values between India and the EU, saying that they're bound by democracy, pluralism, and an open market economy.

2026-01-27T17:49:16.469813+00:00 IST

Asia

Strengthening multilateralism with the United Nations at its core

India and the European Union reaffirmed their shared commitment to strengthening multilateralism during the India-EU Summit held alongside the State Visit of the President of the European Council and the President of the European Commission to India.

2026-01-27T17:44:42.001854+00:00 IST

Asia

'Massive opening up of opportunities due to India-EU FTA'

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said that the India-EU Free Trade Agreement, which was finalized on Tuesday, will open massive opportunities and while European Union has opened up many new sectors, India will open its doors for greater import of auto components, automobiles, wines, spirits and some other areas.

2026-01-27T17:39:45.841060+00:00 IST

Europe

Severely ill pro-Palestine activist ends hunger, thirst strike

Khalid, who suffers from limb-girdle muscular dystrophy, had escalated his protest by refusing fluids on Friday before ending the strike on Sunday (local time), the same day he was treated in intensive care as his heart rate slowed to a dangerous level. He has since been returned to the Wormwood Scrubs Prison in London, his family said.

2026-01-27T17:34:55.265109+00:00 IST

Asia

VP meets EU delegation, expresses hope that "agreement will deepe

The VP's Office said that leaders expressed happiness over the conclusion of the India-EU Free Trade Agreement.

2026-01-27T17:27:38.756851+00:00 IST

Asia

"India-EU Business Forum great platform to discuss economic linka

PM Modi said that the Free Trade Agreement brought benefits for several businesses.

2026-01-27T17:25:43.163593+00:00 IST

Asia

Piyush Goyal hopes India-EU FTA will come into force this year

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said that the India-EU Free Trade Agreement, which was finalized on Tuesday, will be taken up for legal scrubbing on a fast-track basis and expressed hope that the agreement will come into force later this year.

2026-01-27T17:10:43.096652+00:00 IST

Asia

PM Narendra Modi thanks Guyanese President Irfaan Ali

In a post on X, the PM wrote, "Thank you, President Irfaan Ali, for your warm congratulations on India's 77th Republic Day. We cherish Guyana's friendship and our deep people-to-people ties characterized by historical roots and shared values."

2026-01-27T16:56:17.675940+00:00 IST

Asia

Austrian Ambassador says India-EU FTA 'sends storng message'

Speaking to ANI, he said, "I believe it will still take some time until the legal scrapping is completed, and we have all the details of the agreement. However, we anticipate that trade and investment will increase significantly, as both sides currently face tariffs and non-tariff barriers that hinder trade and investment. The international arena has become much more complex, which is why we believe India is a major player in this global landscape, where crises are unfolding across every continent. I remain optimistic, despite the many tensions and conflicts we are seeing, brighter days will eventually come."

2026-01-27T16:54:55.060496+00:00 IST

Asia

The biggest democracy in the world signs the FTA

On Tuesday, he said, "We are very positive about today. I have not yet seen the details... but this is something we really wanted to see... Ireland, as a small country, knows the importance of trade agreements... From being one of the poorest countries in Europe, we became the wealthiest country, thanks to our membership in a common market... It is great that, being the greatest democracy in the world, the EU and India are signing this deal."

2026-01-27T16:36:31.554856+00:00 IST