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USISPF hosts US Senator Steve Daines in New Delhi

US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) hosted US Senator Steve Daines in New Delhi for a closed-door roundtable discussion on advancing Washington-New Delhi economic and strategic cooperation.

2026-01-18T20:41:37.149825+00:00 IST

Spoke with Trump over Greenland, says NATO chief; to meet US Pres

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Sunday (local time) held talks 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.

2026-01-18T19:42:11.474081+00:00 IST

Stand united and coordinated with Denmark and people of Greenland: German Chancellor Merz

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Sunday expressed support for Denmark and the people of Greenland amid rising tensions, with US President Donald Trump threatening tariffs to acquire Greenland.

2026-01-18T19:39:48.409998+00:00 IST

US Envoy shares Trump's invitation letter to PM Modi to join Gaza "Board of Peace"

Trump sent a letter to Modi, which the US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, shared on social media.

2026-01-18T19:06:01.971379+00:00 IST

Chinese envoy Yao Wen meets Bangladesh NSA Khalilur Rahman

China reaffirmed support for Bangladesh's democratic transition and upcoming elections.

2026-01-18T18:11:23.192082+00:00 IST

Pakistan student groups announce nationwide solidarity marches

Student groups in Pakistan announced nationwide Student Solidarity Marches on February 12. They plan a Lahore march from GCU to the Punjab Assembly to highlight student suicides, rising fees, harassment and lack of representation. Leaders also demanded restoration of student unions and better campus protections.

2026-01-18T17:55:48.925086+00:00 IST

European countries express solidarity with Denmark, Greenland

A joint statement by Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, and the United Kingdom--shared by the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, mentioned that exercise 'Arctic Endurance' does not pose a threat to anyone and that the countries stand in full solidarity with Denmark and the people of Greenland.

2026-01-18T17:16:36.284066+00:00 IST

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US Senate advances resolution limiting Trump’s military action

The US Senate on Thursday advanced a resolution that would prohibit President Donald Trump from taking further military action against Venezuela, days after his military action in the Latin American country, without prior approval from the US Congress, clearing the way for additional debate in the 100-member chamber.

2026-01-08T17:27:16.795847+00:00 IST

Senator Graham warns Iran’s Supreme Leader

Republican Senator Lindsey Graham has issued a stark warning to Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, asserting that US President Donald Trump would "kill" him and other leaders in the regime if they continued to harm their people amid protests spreading across several Iranian provinces triggered by economic hardship, inflation and public anger over government policies.

2026-01-08T15:23:08.775852+00:00 IST

China’s ongoing repression draws global pushback as Uyghur

The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) has released its monthly brief, highlighting advocacy networks worldwide that are seeing a surge in coordinated political engagement, remembrance events, and community-driven mobilisation, all aimed at countering China's ongoing repression in East Turkistan.

2026-01-08T13:36:19.129277+00:00 IST

Europe

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India-US making progress in trade negotiations: Piyush Goyal

In an interaction with DD, Goyal highlighted that India and the US are engaged in talks, with teams working together, and that the Commerce Secretary met US counterparts to push talks forward toward a fair and equitable trade deal.

2025-10-23T19:32:47.281333+00:00 IST

Zelensky, Macron meet in Brussels to coordinate Ukraine support

The meeting between Zelensky and Macron came as European leaders gathered in Brussels to discuss the situation in Ukraine, the new EU sanctions package against Russia, and ongoing security cooperation within the bloc.

2025-10-23T17:55:51.598703+00:00 IST

Piyush Goyal holds talks with German counterpart

The discussions focused on enhancing cooperation in trade, investment, technology, green energy, and skilling. Goyal also met Levin Holle, Economic and Financial Policy Advisor at the Federal Chancellery and Germany's G7 and G20 Sherpa and discussed ways to further deepen the bilateral economic relationship.

2025-10-23T17:43:34.844995+00:00 IST

Pacific

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Fiji stops all maritime transport as precautionary measure for tropical depression

Suva [Fiji], February 9 (ANI/Xinhua): The Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji (MSAF) has directed that all maritime transport ceases from midday Tuesday due to damaging winds caused by tropical depression TD09F which brings heavy rain and flash flooding in low lying areas likely to affect visibility.

2021-02-09T05:05:57.431505+00:00 IST

Australian govt confirms digital vaccine certificate system

Canberra [Australia], February 7 (ANI/Xinhua): The Australian government has revealed its plans for digital coronavirus vaccine certificates.

2021-02-07T09:42:39.968185+00:00 IST

New Zealand holds events to celebrate Waitangi Day

Wellington [New Zealand], February 6 (ANI/Xinhua): New Zealanders celebrated their National Day, the 181st anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi, on Saturday with services and performances across the country.

2021-02-06T08:47:19.078915+00:00 IST

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India-Argentina discuss drone partnership during PM Modi's visit

Upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi's historic visit to Argentina, the two leaders discussed avenues of cooperation in newer areas such as drone technology. The details were provided by Ministry of External Affair's Secretary (East), P Kumaran.

2025-07-06T06:12:58.031368+00:00 IST

Diaspora holds cultural performance on Op Sindoor to welcome PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi witnessed unique cultural performances upon his arrival in Brazil. Brazil is the fourth country in his five-nation visit.

2025-07-06T03:57:15.907487+00:00 IST

PM Modi receives grand welcome in Brazil, interacts with diaspora

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a grand welcome from the members of the Indian community upon his arrival in Brazil.

2025-07-06T01:20:09.178081+00:00 IST

Asia

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"Deepfakes pose serious threats to democracy": Om Birla

He was addressing the special session titled "AI for Democracy" at the India AI Impact Summit held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. He emphasised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) must be used to strengthen truth and credibility, not to distort or suppress facts.

2026-02-20T14:00:59.462905+00:00 IST

“Trade can drive global AI diffusion”: WTO Deputy DG Hill

Highlighting the role of trade in accelerating the global adoption of artificial intelligence, Johanna Hill, Deputy Director General of the World Trade Organisation, on Friday said that trade is a key vehicle to facilitate discussions and diffusion of AI technology worldwide.

2026-02-20T13:53:46.792441+00:00 IST

"Both sides....trade agreement": MEA on India-US joint statement

Addressing the weekly media briefing, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said both countries are moving ahead in line with the joint statement adopted on February 7.

2026-02-20T13:53:07.508487+00:00 IST

Middle East

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Israel hits back at nations condemning proposed settlements

Israel hit back at 14 nations calling for the security cabinet to roll back its decision to approve 19 new settlements in the West Bank.

2025-12-25T22:36:00.584655+00:00 IST

SBWC expands women's empowerment partnerships

The Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC) marked 2025 as a year of greater scale and deeper impact, reinforcing its role as an integrated entrepreneurial ecosystem that supports women entrepreneurs from early-stage ideation through to global market access.

2025-12-25T01:15:20.674524+00:00 IST

Israel accuses Hamas of violating Trump's 20-point ceasefire

Netanyahu further said that Israel will respond accordingly.

2025-12-24T20:27:32.045983+00:00 IST

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Asia

“Trade without tariffs”: Veteran Canadian journalist Milewski

Veteran Canadian journalist Terry Milewski told ANI that India and Canada should pursue a comprehensive free trade agreement "without tariffs" and improve people-to-people ties. He said relations remain unsettled despite recent warming, and warned global geopolitics is worsening under a shifting world order.

2026-01-18T17:13:19.742163+00:00 IST

Asia

Surge of returning refugees deepens shelter crisis in Afghanistan

Afghan officials stated that land is being distributed to returning refugees, with over 3,000 plots already allotted and aid accelerated. The Urban Development Ministry said over 2,800 families received land in several provinces. Returnees from Pakistan reported severe shelter shortages and appealed for faster support.

2026-01-18T17:01:06.210850+00:00 IST

Middle East

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

Asia

Earthquake of magnitude 4 strikes Afghanistan

An earthquake of magnitude 4.0 struck Afghanistan on Sunday evening, as reported by the National Center for Seismology (NCS).

2026-01-18T16:37:51.058385+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan: 6 dead, 38 missing in shopping complex fire in Karachi

The fire broke out at shops inside Gul Plaza on MA Jinnah Road, Karachi, on Saturday night around 10 pm.

2026-01-18T16:33:04.796867+00:00 IST

Asia

US Prez Trump invites India to be part of Gaza Peace Board

The invitation comes as the US administration moves forward with formalising the "Board of Peace" structure linked to Trump's broader Gaza roadmap.

2026-01-18T16:21:11.088208+00:00 IST

Middle East

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

Middle East

UAE ratifies International Forced Labour Protocol

On January 15, the United Arab Emirates ratified the ILO Protocol of 2014 to the Forced Labour Convention, 1930, becoming the sixty-third country worldwide and the second among members of the Gulf Cooperation Council to ratify this instrument. With this ratification, the UAE is demonstrating its firm commitment to combating forced labour in all its forms, including human trafficking.

2026-01-18T16:07:08.283743+00:00 IST

Europe

"Matters between allies are resolved through discussion, not pres

Expressing support for Denmark and Greenland, Finnish President Alexander Stubb stressed that disputes between allies must be resolved through dialogue and shared rules rather than political or economic pressure.

2026-01-18T15:51:52.485443+00:00 IST

Trump says “ICE is removing some of the most violent criminals”

Trump defended ICE raids in Minneapolis after a fatal shooting sparked protests. He accused Minnesota leaders of shielding criminals. CNN reported that he may invoke the Insurrection Act, while The Hill said the Pentagon was readying 1,500 troops for possible deployment.

2026-01-18T15:32:11.087980+00:00 IST

Pentagon mobilises olmost 1,500 soldiers for deployment in Minnes

The soldiers are assigned to two infantry battalions with the Army's 11th Airborne Division, which is based in Alaska and specializes in cold-weather operations.

2026-01-18T15:21:48.367596+00:00 IST

Middle East

Scientists pinpoint tissue-regenerating cells

For the first time, scientists have identified the specific cells that allow severely damaged tissue to regenerate after widespread destruction, a discovery that could change how cancer relapse is prevented, researchers at the Weizmann Institute of Science told The Press Service of Israel.

2026-01-18T15:12:26.827796+00:00 IST

Europe

"Military efforts in Greenland to contribute to security," Nether

On Saturday, Trump threatened to impose tariffs on the United Kingdom and other European countries unless they agree to sell Greenland.

2026-01-18T14:57:05.801466+00:00 IST

Asia

"Khamenei called Trump a criminal": Ex-Diplomat Fabian

Former diplomat KP Fabian said on Sunday that Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei openly described US President Donald Trump as a criminal, linking his remarks to widespread protests that erupted across Iran following sharp price increases.

2026-01-18T14:54:33.136393+00:00 IST