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China records lowest birth rate in 2025 as population falls for f

The CNN report citing data released by China's National Bureau of Statistics on Monday stated the birth rate fell to 5.63 births per 1,000 people in 2025, lower than the previous record low of 6.39 births per 1,000 recorded in 2023.

2026-01-19T07:17:25.477180+00:00 IST

UAE President on India visit today, will meet with PM Modi

According to sources, the UAE President's visit to India will be brief and is expected to last around two hours.

2026-01-19T07:09:27.299341+00:00 IST

“Italy stands close to Spain in its grief”: Italian PM Meloni

The accident took place in Spain's Cordoba province near Adamuz, where a high-speed Iryo train derailed and collided with another train, according to Euro News, citing officials.

2026-01-19T05:41:20.725497+00:00 IST

Top European leaders vow to uphold Greenland’s sovereignty

Following this, US President Donald Trump issued a statement, saying, "NATO has been telling Denmark, for 20 years, that 'you have to get the Russian threat away from Greenland.' Unfortunately, Denmark has been unable to do anything about it. Now it is time, and it will be done!!!"

2026-01-19T05:28:45.848340+00:00 IST

Now, Greenland will be free of Russian threat: US President

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Sunday (local time) spoke with US President Donald Trump on the security situation in Greenland and the Arctic, amid Washington's threat to impose 10 per cent tariffs on Denmark and European Union countries.

2026-01-19T05:10:46.001310+00:00 IST

Trump administration condemns protest at Minnesota church

The disruption occurred at Cities Church in St. Paul, Minnesota, where a group of protesters stormed the sanctuary during a Sunday (local time) service over online claims that one of the church's pastors also serves in a senior role with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Videos circulating on social media showed chant-ing and demonstrators inside the church as services were underway, raising immediate concern from federal authorities, reported Fox News.

2026-01-19T04:20:38.626134+00:00 IST

Davos under lockdown as World Economic Forum approaches

Once again, India has one of the largest presences on the Promenade, the reporter for Swiss outlet 20 Minuten wrote for the news outlet. The WEF repeatedly emphasizes that most of these pavilions are "free riders" and not directly connected to the forum.

2026-01-19T04:18:00.035079+00:00 IST

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‘Ensuring Venezuela is stable’: US VP JD Vance

Speaking at the White House Press Briefing on Thursday (local time) US Vice President JD Vance said that he is chairing meetings regularly to talk about the next steps and ensure stability in Venezuela and a government that actually "listens to the United States".

2026-01-08T23:39:16.467720+00:00 IST

'European leaders should take US President seriously': JD Vance

US Vice President JD Vance said on Thursday (local time) that the European leaders should take President Trump seriously on Greenland. Calling it important not only for American missile defence, but also the world missile defence, Vance said that Europe should take its security more seriously otherwise the US would have to "do something about it".

2026-01-08T22:34:18.959362+00:00 IST

We stand by Iranian people for their rights: US VP JD Vance

When asked if the United States would stand by the citizens of Iran and that if the US would take part if Israel decides to strike the nuclear sites in Iran, the US Vice President said that the United States would stand by anybody who is engaged in peaceful protests and that the "smartest thing" for Iran to have negotiations with the United States on its nuclear programme.

2026-01-08T21:10:27.543514+00:00 IST

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Russian World Assembly highlights global promotion of language

The 17th Russian World Assembly opened in Moscow on October 20, bringing together representatives from 105 countries to discuss the role of Russian civilisation in global intercivilisational cooperation. The forum, organised by the Russkiy Mir Foundation with TV BRICS as the international media partner, featured plenary sessions, panel discussions, and cultural programmes, including a performance at the P. I. Tchaikovsky Concert Hall.

2025-10-24T05:12:36.331176+00:00 IST

Antonio Guterres shares message on 80th UN Day

The United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres shared a message on Friday on the occasion of the 80th UN anniversary, where he gave a call for the world to come together in solving problems, fulfil the promise of the UN, and gave a call for being united in the face of challenges.

2025-10-24T04:52:12.129348+00:00 IST

EU backs Ukraine aid, Russian energy ban, new sanctions

The EU pledged financial aid to Ukraine through 2027, approved its 19th sanctions package against Russia, and began talks to ban Russian gas and oil imports. Zelenskyy welcomed the support, while EU leaders emphasized long-term backing for Ukraine and measures to counter Russia's energy weaponisation.

2025-10-24T02:28:06.549370+00:00 IST

Pacific

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Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting: Quad partners are strong supporters of ASEAN centrality, says Australia

Canberra [Australia], February 18 (ANI): Quadrilateral Security Dialogue or Quad partners are strong supporters of ASEAN centrality within a region in which all countries are sovereign, independent and resilient, said the Australian government on Thursday in the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade press release.

2021-02-18T05:53:11.644152+00:00 IST

Oz PM apologises to former staffer allegedly raped in Parliament office

Canberra [Australia], February 16 (ANI): Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison on Tuesday apologised to a former government staffer who alleged that she was raped by a colleague in Parliament House two years ago.

2021-02-16T11:52:48.118424+00:00 IST

New Zealand receives 1st batch of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine: PM Jacinda Ardern

Auckland [New Zealand], February 15 (ANI/Sputnik): The first 60,000 doses of the Pfizer/BioNTech coronavirus vaccine arrived in New Zealand on Monday, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said.

2021-02-15T09:16:23.576756+00:00 IST

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PM Modi joins BRICS leaders for family photo at 17th BRICS Summit

The family photo marked a significant moment of unity and collaboration among the countries that the grouping represents. The photo showed Brazilian President Lula da Silva and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa along with leaders and representatives of seven other member countries with Prime Minister Modi.

2025-07-06T15:23:16.980658+00:00 IST

BRICS FMs express serious concerns on tariffs measures

The Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors (FMCBG) of the BRICS nations have voiced "serious concerns" about the unilateral imposition of tariffs and non-tariff measures, which they deem inconsistent with World Trade Organisation (WTO) rules.

2025-07-06T13:18:55.989167+00:00 IST

Brazil: Indian diaspora expresses delight over PM Modi’s visit

Members of the Indian diaspora in Brazil expressed great enthusiasm and optimism over the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is in the country to attend the 17th BRICS Summit. The diaspora members hoped that the discussions would bring positive outcomes for India.

2025-07-06T07:37:16.814994+00:00 IST

Asia

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US Supreme Court ruling against Trump tariffs likely to impact trade partners like India?

The news outlet reported that the vote count was complicated, with various justices joining different parts of the opinion.

2026-02-20T16:45:32.947838+00:00 IST

Cuban delegation hails India’s inclusive, social-purpose AI visio

Highlighting the significance of responsible and inclusive artificial intelligence, Rafael Luis Torralbas Ezpeleta, President of the Cuban Delegation at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, said on Friday that India's vision for social-purpose AI is highly relevant for Cuba.

2026-02-20T15:14:09.305121+00:00 IST

MEA response on India's engagement with new Bangladesh govt

"Building on warm and historic ties between the two countries, we look forward to further strengthening the multifaceted bilateral ties with Bangladesh. We look forward to engaging with the new government and taking things forward," Jaiswal said.

2026-02-20T15:12:29.623213+00:00 IST

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UAE strongly condemns terrorist bombing at mosque in Homs, Syria

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) reaffirmed the UAE's strong condemnation of these terrorist acts and its permanent rejection of all forms of violence and terrorism aimed at undermining security and stability.

2025-12-26T21:22:44.360068+00:00 IST

Israel becomes first country to recognise Somaliland as independe

The declaration of mutual recognition was signed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar on behalf of Israel, and by Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi for Somaliland. The breakaway region is located in a strategically important part of the Horn of Africa, along the Red Sea corridor.

2025-12-26T20:27:40.605446+00:00 IST

Combined terrorist attack In northern Israel, two civilians dead

A combined terrorist attack was carried out in northern Israel today.

2025-12-26T16:37:37.095510+00:00 IST

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3rd India–Kenya Defence Exhibition and Seminar begins today

According to a statement from the Ministry of Defence, the Secretary (Defence Production) will represent India's defence manufacturing and export ecosystem at the event, which is being organised under the Brand India scheme of the Department of Defence Production.

2026-01-19T04:14:45.492317+00:00 IST

Asia

India’s shared geometric art with Iran and Ottoman world “The Won

Spanning four centuries (16th to 19th) and three continents, the exhibition brings together approximately 300 exquisite works from the Louvre's collections. It is structured into three major sections, each dedicated to the magnificent artistic traditions of the Indian people and the history of India and West Asia, the statement added.

2026-01-19T04:01:25.458909+00:00 IST

Asia

Death toll rises to 10 after Karachi’s Gul Plaza fire

After gaining limited access to the fire-hit shopping mall, fire and rescue crews began preparing to enter deeper sections of the building by cutting windows with cutters and breaking down walls with hammers to widen the search for survivors.

2026-01-19T03:06:40.124171+00:00 IST

Europe

I will return to Iran: Iran’s exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi

Earlier, Reza Pahlavi has outlined an expansive vision for a "free Iran," promising a decisive break from the policies of the Islamic Republic and a return to peace, prosperity, and international cooperation.

2026-01-19T02:54:23.708232+00:00 IST

Asia

Taiwan detects two PLA aircraft sorties near its territory

In a statement, the MND said that both sorties crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait and entered Taiwan's southwestern Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ).

2026-01-19T02:46:13.658241+00:00 IST

Asia

WEF sparks backlash by inviting Iranian Foreign Minister

The controversy erupted after United Against Nuclear Iran (UANI), a US-based watchdog group, sent a letter to WEF President Borge Brende urging the forum to exclude officials from the Islamic Republic of Iran. The letter called attention to what human rights groups describe as a "mass slaughter" of Iranian civilians carried out by the regime of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei during nationwide protests earlier this month.

2026-01-19T02:45:11.270033+00:00 IST

Europe

Death toll rises to 21 in high-speed train collision in Spain's C

At least 21 people were killed and several others injured after a high-speed Iryo train derailed and collided with another train in Spain's Cordoba province

2026-01-19T01:07:00.554604+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan Army joins rescue ops after deadly fire in Karachi

Army units, along with the Frontier Works Organisation (FWO), have been deployed to assist civil authorities, firefighters and rescue teams in clearing debris and accessing areas rendered unreachable due to structural damage. Heavy machinery and specialised teams have been brought in, while an Army engineering unit has been placed on standby to assess the stability of the building and ensure safe entry for rescuers.

2026-01-19T00:35:03.105521+00:00 IST

Europe

Ten killed in high-speed train collision in Spain’s Cordoba

At least ten people were killed and several others injured after a high-speed train operated by private rail company Iryo derailed and collided with another train in Spain's Cordoba province on Sunday evening, Al Jazeera reported, citing officials.

2026-01-18T23:03:02.739334+00:00 IST

Middle East

Israel to merge government tourism companies

The government of Israel approved a reform to streamline the development of tourism infrastructure with a merger of two government tourism companies that it said will save millions of Shekels. The Old Acre and Nazareth Development Company will be folded into the Government Tourism Company (HTC).

2026-01-18T22:40:00.951366+00:00 IST

Middle East

UAE chairs 22nd session of Arab Electronic Media Committee in Cai

The UAE chaired the 22nd session of the Arab Electronic Media Committee, which commenced on Sunday, at the headquarters of the General Secretariat of the League of Arab States in Cairo.

2026-01-18T22:39:37.274381+00:00 IST

Middle East

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

Asia

Poland Dy PM Sikorski to meet EAM Jaishankar today

Radoslaw Sikorski was welcomed by Additional Secretary, Pooja Kapur, in Delhi. The Polish Deputy PM will meet External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to discuss the India-Poland Strategic Partnership.

2026-01-18T22:38:45.710706+00:00 IST

Asia

Hope India-EU FTA can be closed soon: Italian Ambassador

Ambassador of Italy to India, Antonio Bartoli, remained optimistic over the India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and said that following the conclusion of the trade deal, Italian delicacies such as wine and other products will become more accessible to Indians.

2026-01-18T21:35:37.698466+00:00 IST