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Iran-US tensions: Diplomacy only path forward, says former Nuclea

A former Iranian diplomat and nuclear negotiator has warned that military action would destabilise the entire Middle East, urging both Washington and Tehran to pursue direct dialogue to resolve mounting tensions.

2026-01-18T00:10:41.315989+00:00 IST

UAE President, sheikhs attend session marking Fourth Anniversary

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan attended a session today commemorating the fourth anniversary of the Day of Solidarity. The occasion highlighted the strength of unity and cohesion across the UAE community, among both citizens and residents.

2026-01-17T23:59:14.163072+00:00 IST

UAE welcomes announcement of launch of second phase of peace plan

Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, has welcomed the announcement of the launch of the second phase of the comprehensive peace plan, as well as the formal establishment of the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), a temporary transitional body established pursuant to UN Security Council Resolution 2803.

2026-01-17T23:58:19.807556+00:00 IST

Israel objects to White House picks for Gaza ‘Board of Peace’

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu-led government has objected to US President Donald Trump's selection of candidates for the Gaza governing body, "Board of Peace," stating that the appointments were not made in coordination with Israel and "run contrary to its policy."

2026-01-17T23:47:16.576209+00:00 IST

Pakistan: Three killed as massive fire engulfs Gul Plaza Mall in

At least three people were killed and several others injured after a massive fire broke out at the Gul Plaza shopping mall on MA Jinnah Road in Karachi late Saturday night, Dawn reported, citing officials.

2026-01-17T23:15:39.262111+00:00 IST

“No intimidation will influence us in Ukraine or Greenland”: Fren

French President Emmanuel Macron strongly opposed US President Donald Trump's tariff threats on France and other European Union countries over Greenland, calling them "unacceptable" and vowed to respond in a united and coordinated manner.

2026-01-17T22:31:11.925281+00:00 IST

EU warns Tariffs risk “dangerous downward spiral, calls emergency

Hours after US President Donald Trump threatened to impose 10 per cent tariffs on Denmark and other European Union countries, EU Chief Ursula von der Leyen stated tariffs undermine "transatlantic relations" and "risk a dangerous downward spiral."

2026-01-17T21:58:43.157209+00:00 IST

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Trump says Venezuela to purchase only American-made products

In a major announcement, US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday (local time) that Venezuela would now purchase only American-made products with the money they receive from the new oil deal.

2026-01-07T23:11:11.524090+00:00 IST

Trump seeks to increase 2027 military budget to 1.5 trillion USD

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) said that after prolonged negotiations with senators, congressmen, secretaries and other political representatives, he has decided to increase the 2027 military budget to 1.5 trillion USD from the current 1 trillion USD. Trump said that this would allow the US to build a "dream military" and keep America safe and secure.

2026-01-07T22:16:17.014737+00:00 IST

Minneapolis shooting: Trump says officer ‘seems to have shot in s

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) made remarks after a woman was shot dead by a US immigration officer, saying that she violently, willfully, and viciously ran over the ICE Officer, who seems to have shot her in self-defence. The US President said that the situation is being studied in its entirety and blamed the "radical left" for assaulting and targeting American law enforcement officers.

2026-01-07T21:03:31.614376+00:00 IST

Europe

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UN chief Guterres launches Sevilla forum to address debt crisis

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Wednesday launched the Sevilla Forum on Debt, highlighting that developing countries face crushing debt, spending more on repayments than on health and education. He stressed the need for fair borrowing, debt restructuring, and a global platform to ensure financial justice and support development.

2025-10-23T03:12:47.801663+00:00 IST

West made Ukraine ‘anti-Russia’; eyes BRICS, SCO ties: Lavrov

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said the West turned Ukraine into an "anti-Russia," accusing it of exploiting relations to hinder Moscow's development. In an interview celebrating filmmaker Nikita Mikhalkov, Lavrov urged trust in partners like BRICS and SCO, linking diplomacy with Mikhalkov's cultural advocacy.

2025-10-23T02:46:08.863472+00:00 IST

“Putin must pay price for his needless aggression”: UK PM

The UK, on October 16, announced around 90 new sanctions on the Russian oil sector in an effort to put pressure on the country to stop the Ukraine war. A week later, on October 23, the United States announced sanctions on two of Russia's biggest oil companies.

2025-10-23T01:19:36.605341+00:00 IST

Pacific

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5.8 magnitude quake hits Auckland Islands, New Zealand region

Wellington [New Zealand], January 24 (ANI/Xinhua): An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.8 jolted Auckland Islands, New Zealand region at 05:47 GMT on Sunday, the US Geological Survey (USGS) said.

2021-01-24T09:05:38.715885+00:00 IST

Papua New Guinea hit by 5.7 magnitude earthquake

Port Moresby [Papua New Guinea], January 23 (ANI/Sputnik): A 5.7 magnitude earthquake was registered on Saturday in the eastern part of Papua New Guinea, the US Geological Survey said.

2021-01-23T04:49:52.165816+00:00 IST

Many Australians urge PM to rebuke MP for COVID disinformation

Canberra [Australia], January 18 (ANI/Xinhua): Three-quarters of Australians have called on Prime Minister Scott Morrison to censure a member of parliament over COVID-19 disinformation.

2021-01-18T03:52:38.220969+00:00 IST

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PM Modi's BRICS commitment has no words, says Bhatia

Prime Minister Modi's state visit to Brazil--his first in 57 years--focuses on strengthening India-Brazil ties, signing key MoUs, and advancing BRICS cooperation on global issues like trade, climate, and counter-terrorism, Ambassador Dinesh Bhatia told ANI. The visit includes strategic talks and India's continued push for global institutional reform.

2025-07-05T12:02:49.054535+00:00 IST

Synagogue door set ablaze, Israeli restaurant attacked

About 20 people were inside the synagogue in the downtown area of East Melbourne when a man poured flammable liquid on the front door of the synagogue on Albert Street before setting it on fire, Victoria state police said, as per CNN.

2025-07-05T07:34:12.205135+00:00 IST

T&T: India announces to issue OCI cards upto 6th gen of diaspora

Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to Trinidad and Tobago announced the decision to issue Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) cards up to the sixth generation of the Indian diaspora of Trinidad and Tobago, as noted in the joint statement issued by the Ministry of External Affairs.

2025-07-05T07:27:26.490600+00:00 IST

Asia

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Pak: Traffic collapse expose administrative breakdown

According to The Express Tribune, the city's traffic system virtually collapsed during school rush hours in the morning and again in the crucial pre-iftar period between 4 pm and 6 pm. Key arteries, particularly Murree Road from Marir Chowk to Chandni Chowk, were clogged, with vehicles inching forward at a snail's pace.

2026-02-20T11:11:32.167487+00:00 IST

PM Modi meets Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday held a bilateral meeting with Cristiano Amon, President and CEO of Qualcomm, in the national capital on the sidelines of the India AI Impact Summit 2026.

2026-02-20T11:07:16.670818+00:00 IST

Founder of Info Edge Sanjeev Bikhchandani amid AI Summit

Speaking to ANI, Bikhchandani said the event had brought Indian AI companies and technologies onto a single platform, creating visibility at multiple levels. He noted that awareness about AI has expanded beyond the technology ecosystem to government institutions and the general public.

2026-02-20T11:04:06.050107+00:00 IST

Middle East

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Israel’s tech sector surges in 2025 despite fewer deals

Israel's technology sector saw a sharp rebound in 2025, with estimated private funding reaching $15.6 billion, according to early figures released Monday by Startup Nation Central. At the same time, overall deal volume fell to 717 rounds, the lowest in a decade. The data suggest a market increasingly focused on fewer, larger, and more mature companies.

2025-12-22T17:39:03.640458+00:00 IST

Israel: 200 families caught defrauding state of social benefits

In a joint enforcement operation by the Israel Police District, Israel's National Insurance Institute, and its Population and Immigration Authority called "National Justice", about 200 families living in Judea and Samaria were exposed who committed fraud by making false declarations in order to receive social rights/benefits reserved for residents of Israel.

2025-12-22T17:38:08.687395+00:00 IST

Seven Israelis Who Illegally Crossed Border Into Syria Returned

The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) said that on Monday afternoon a number of Israeli citizens who breached the border in the Golan Heights area into Syrian territory.

2025-12-22T17:37:50.955285+00:00 IST

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Asia

Indian Navy's first training squadron arrives at Changi Naval Bas

Indian Navy's First Training Squadron (1TS), comprising INS Tir, INS Shardul, INS Sujata, and Indian Coast Guard Ship Sarathi, arrived at Changi Naval Base, Singapore on January 15. The squadron is on a training deployment to the South East Indian Ocean Region (IOR).

2026-01-17T21:07:36.331893+00:00 IST

Trump threatens to impose tariffs on European nations

He threatened 10% tariffs on several European nations, escalating to 25% if they opposed the acquisition, stating it was "time for Denmark to give back" after years of US support.

2026-01-17T17:28:21.307720+00:00 IST

Asia

17th edition of India-Maldives-Sri Lanka DOSTI Exercise kicks off

The harbour phase of the 17th DOSTI exercise is currently underway in Male, featuring collaborative MARPOL exercises and joint VBSS drills conducted by the Indian Coast Guard, the Sri Lankan Coast Guard, and the Maldives National Defence Forces (MNDF), the Indian Coast Guard said on Saturday.

2026-01-17T17:08:37.459872+00:00 IST

Asia

US Ambassador Sergio Gor pays tribute at 26/11 memorial

Sergio Gor, US Ambassador to India paid tributes at the 26/11 memorial at the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in Mumbai and highlighted how under US President Trump, the alleged mastermind behind the Mumbai 2008 terror attacks- Tahawwur Rana was extradited to India.

2026-01-17T16:58:49.482971+00:00 IST

Zelenskyy shares Ukrainian delegation’s arrival in US

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy shared on Saturday that the Ukrainian delegation has arrived in the United States with the main task being to present 'full picture' of the consequences of Russian strikes.

2026-01-17T16:20:57.768847+00:00 IST

Asia

Japanese FM visit sees deepening of strategic partnership

Motegi called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and also held the 18th India-Japan Strategic Dialogue with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar.

2026-01-17T15:16:15.075824+00:00 IST

Asia

Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi takes a ride on Delhi Metro

The Japanese delegation was briefed about the Delhi Metro project by senior DMRC officials at Central Secretariat, followed by a train ride from Central Secretariat to Patel Chowk and back.

2026-01-17T14:34:59.615677+00:00 IST

WUC's "Eyes of the Machine" sheds light on China's mistreatment

The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) is ramping up its global advocacy efforts. Their award-winning documentary "Eyes of the Machine" is shedding light on China's mistreatment of Uyghurs, reinforcing global attention on China's policies in East Turkistan.

2026-01-17T13:55:13.268773+00:00 IST

Middle East

India pushes for consular access of detained Indian crew members

The Indian Embassy in Tehran on Saturday urged Iranian authorities to grant consular access to 16 Indian crew members detained on MT Valiant Roar. Despite repeated requests since Dec 14, access hasn't been granted.

2026-01-17T13:15:16.219428+00:00 IST

Asia

China’s “super embassy” plan in London triggers security fears

The British government is nearing approval of a contentious proposal by China to establish what would be its largest diplomatic mission in Europe, raising alarms over security, sovereignty and civil liberties. The planned complex, often described as a "super embassy," is to be built at Royal Mint Court, a landmark location close to London's financial district, as reported by Phayul.

2026-01-17T12:17:55.514468+00:00 IST

Asia

US Ambassador visits Gateway of India

Sergio Gor, US Ambassador to India, visited the iconic Gateway of India during his visit to Mumbai and urged people to discover the splendour of the city.

2026-01-17T11:48:17.899706+00:00 IST

Asia

US Ambassador Gor meets Maharashtra CM Fadnavis

Sergio Gor, the US Ambassador to India, met Maharashtra's Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday. The two leaders discussed strategic priorities to build the relationship across areas such as trade, entertainment, tech and manufacturing.

2026-01-17T10:59:26.588206+00:00 IST

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