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Failure to implement agreement sparks growing public anger in PoJ

Protest leaders and residents warn that patience is running out as authorities continue to ignore commitments while governance failures intensify daily hardships.

2026-01-13T09:31:30.488396+00:00 IST

Four killed in Russia’s overnight strikes on Ukraine

At least four people were killed after Russia launched a massive overnight aerial assault on Ukraine, deploying nearly 300 attack drones along with 18 ballistic missiles and seven cruise missiles, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Tuesday.

2026-01-13T09:02:31.779205+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar calls for reformed multilateralism within BRICS

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Tuesday called on BRICS to commit to a reformed multilateral system that reflects present-day global realities, stressing the need for more representative and inclusive international institutions.

2026-01-13T08:33:22.050883+00:00 IST

Indian Envoy to Canada demands evidence over Nijjar killing claim

India's High Commissioner to Canada, Dinesh Patnaik, strongly pushed back against allegations linking the Indian government to the killing of NIA-designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, sharply questioning the absence of evidence during a televised exchange with a Canadian TV Host.

2026-01-13T08:16:27.545310+00:00 IST

South-East Asia marks 15 years since last case of polio, legacy d

"This extraordinary achievement followed unparalleled efforts and demonstrates what can be accomplished and sustained through unwavering government leadership, a dedicated health workforce, and strong partnerships, including with communities," said Catharina Boehme, Officer-in-Charge, WHO South-East Asia Region.

2026-01-13T08:01:12.898735+00:00 IST

BSAC slams Balochistan govt’s ‘authoritarian’ crackdown

The Baloch Students Action Committee (BSAC) has sharply condemned the Balochistan government's recent actions against protesting teachers, terming the crackdown "repressive" and "punitive" and linking it to a consistent pattern of silencing dissent in the province, as cited by The Balochistan Post (TBP) report.

2026-01-13T07:44:51.300199+00:00 IST

Canada PM Carney to visit India for trade diversification

With Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stating that Ottawa, in order to diversify its global trade landscape, will be doubling their non-US exports by the next decade, Indian High Commissioner to Canada Dinesh Patnaik said that the Canadian PM is set to visit India in the coming weeks for the expansion of bilateral trade with New Delhi, after over two years of strained diplomatic relations.

2026-01-13T07:29:33.602241+00:00 IST

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Denmark tells US to stop threats to Greenland

"We need Greenland. ... It's so strategic right now. Greenland is covered with Russian and Chinese ships all over the place," Trump said. "We need Greenland from the standpoint of national security, and Denmark is not going to be able to do it."

2026-01-05T03:11:12.153617+00:00 IST

PM Modi knew I was not happy: Trump hints new tariffs on India

"PM Modi's a very good man. He's a good guy. He knew I was not happy. It was important to make me happy. They do trade, and we can raise tariffs on them very quickly," Trump said.

2026-01-05T02:59:25.537591+00:00 IST

Trump says injured US troops ‘in good shape’

The President said the raid, carried out by the US Army's elite Delta Force with assistance from an FBI unit, did not result in any US fatalities. However, a small number of troops sustained injuries during the operation, CNN reported, citing a source briefed on the matter.

2026-01-05T02:57:48.175929+00:00 IST

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Zelenskyy thanks Trump, hails progress toward Middle East peace

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy welcomed progress toward Middle East peace, thanking the US and President Trump for their leadership. He expressed hope for the release of Israeli hostages, an end to violence in Gaza, and called for firm global pressure on Russia to ensure lasting peace and security.

2025-10-09T14:46:51.773619+00:00 IST

Nobel Literature goes to Hungarian author László Krasznahorkai

the late American essayist Susan Sontag dubbed the "contemporary master of the apocalypse," Krasznahorkai's novels - often set in shivering Central European villages - depict townsfolk searching for meaning in symbols scattered across a godless world.

2025-10-09T11:29:18.684018+00:00 IST

Macron, von der Leyen hail Gaza ceasefire, two-state push

French President Emmanuel Macron and EU chief Ursula von der Leyen welcomed the Gaza ceasefire and hostage-release deal, praising mediation by the US, Qatar, Egypt, and Turkiye. Both leaders urged all sides to uphold the agreement and called for lasting peace based on the two-state solution.

2025-10-09T10:14:47.992167+00:00 IST

Pacific

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Tropical storm Eta kills 26 in Honduras

Tegucigalpa [Honduras], November 9 (ANI/Xinhua): Tropical storm Eta, which ravaged Central America and moved towards Cuba, has killed 26 people in Honduras and left four others missing, the country's disaster relief agency said Sunday.

2020-11-09T04:15:35.451553+00:00 IST

Australia's worst-hit state continues to ease pandemic restrictions, with no new Covid cases recorded

Sydney [Australia], November 8 (ANI/Xinhua): The Australian state of Victoria, the worst-hit state by COVID-19 in the country, announced further easing of restrictions after it recorded the ninth straight day without any new cases or deaths on Sunday.

2020-11-08T09:00:34.239932+00:00 IST

5.3-magnitude quake hits 133 km SW of Lata, Solomon Islands

Honiara [Solomon Islands], November 8 (ANI/Xinhua): A 5.3-magnitude earthquake jolted 133 km southwest of Lata, Solomon Islands at 0039 GMT on Sunday, the U.S. Geological Survey said.

2020-11-08T06:05:35.279049+00:00 IST

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India to support ‘Feed Ghana’; to provide affordable healthcare

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (local time) emphasised that India is "co-traveller in Ghana's journey toward nation-building" and offered cooperation in multiple developmental projects.

2025-07-02T20:40:35.222649+00:00 IST

India to elevate bilateral relationship with Ghana to “Comprehens

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (local time) announced that India and Ghana have agreed to elevate their bilateral relationship to the level of a "Comprehensive Partnership," under which both countries will also step up defence and security cooperation guided by the principle of "Security through Solidarity," with Modi describing India as a "co-traveller in Ghana's journey toward nation-building."

2025-07-02T19:51:16.030594+00:00 IST

Hamas open to Gaza truce but resists Trump-backed deal

Hamas on Wednesday indicated a willingness to consider a ceasefire with Israel but stopped short of accepting a US-backed proposal unveiled earlier by President Donald Trump, maintaining its demand that any agreement must result in a complete end to the war in Gaza.

2025-07-02T14:41:06.366581+00:00 IST

Asia

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PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Greek PM amid AI Summit

The Greek PM arrived in New Delhi on Wednesday to participate in the ongoing India-AI Impact Summit 2026.

2026-02-19T13:45:15.303585+00:00 IST

At AI Summit: Altman-Amodei clenched fist moment goes viral

In 2021, Amodei left OpenAI over reported disagreements and soon after, co-founded Anthropic, positioning it as a safety-focused alternative in the AI race.

2026-02-19T13:36:30.331341+00:00 IST

Free speech needs respect, transparency: Macron

French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday emphasised that free speech must be grounded in respect and transparency, while asserting that the bilateral relationship between India and France is currently at its "highest point".

2026-02-19T13:02:04.943720+00:00 IST

Middle East

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PM Modi appreciates enthusiasm of Indians in Oman

PM Modi lauded the enthusiasm of Indians in Oman, saying it reflected the people-to-people ties between both nations.

2025-12-17T21:26:06.966137+00:00 IST

Indian Army contingent departs for India-UAE joint military exercise DESERT CYCLONE-II in Abu Dhabi

An Indian Army contingent has left for the UAE to take part in the India-UAE joint exercise DESERT CYCLONE-II in Abu Dhabi, aimed at enhancing interoperability and defence cooperation through urban warfare training, peacekeeping, and counter-terrorism operations.

2025-12-17T17:08:01.458134+00:00 IST

“Land of enduring friendship”: PM Modi in Muscat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Muscat, Oman on Wednesday, on a two-day visit in the last leg of his three-nation tour. He arrived in Oman after completing his successful visits to Jordan and Ethiopia.

2025-12-17T16:43:58.531237+00:00 IST

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Asia

SPLA announces province-wide protest in Sindh, demands five-tier

Speaking at a press conference held at Government SM Arts and Commerce College, SPLA Central President Professor Munwar Abbas, accompanied by other office bearers, announced that a province-wide protest movement would commence on January 15 to push for the longstanding demands of teachers.

2026-01-13T07:05:25.592299+00:00 IST

IT Min Vaishnaw holds talks with Assistant to US President on AI

The two leaders discussed the upcoming AI Impact Summit in India and assured of US presence in Delhi next month.

2026-01-13T07:02:19.169521+00:00 IST

Asia

EAM outlines four priorities for India’s BRICS 2026 Chairship

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Tuesday noted down "four broad priorities" guiding India's BRICS 2026 Chairship, stating that "resilience, innovation, cooperation, and sustainability" are the precedents that will lead the 18th summit of the grouping.

2026-01-13T06:45:56.748749+00:00 IST

Asia

"India’s BRICS chairship will seek to bring global welfare," EAM

Jaishankar said that India's BRICS Chairship will seek to bring about greater global welfare, as it has expanded its scope over the years.

2026-01-13T06:23:24.778437+00:00 IST

Asia

EAM Jaishankar launches logo, official website of BRICS 2026

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Tuesday launched the official logo and website for BRICS 2026, scheduled to take place this year, with India as the chair of the multilateral forum, which was formed in 2006.

2026-01-13T06:18:32.694494+00:00 IST

Asia

Global internet access will remain restricted until full security

Iran's top cyberspace authority on Monday announced that access to the global internet will remain restricted in the country until officials are satisfied that full security has been restored amid widespread anti-government rallies driven by soaring inflation, economic hardship and mounting public anger over governance, Iranian state broadcaster Press TV reported.

2026-01-13T05:08:13.545924+00:00 IST

Asia

China loses a friend in Venezuela

However, China's overall reaction has been muted. China's Foreign Ministry issued an immediate rebuke, with spokesman Lin Jian saying, "Cooperation between China and Venezuela is between two sovereign states and under the protection of international law and the laws of the two countries." Lin added, "China's lawful interests in Venezuela will be protected in accordance with the law."

2026-01-13T05:07:50.214683+00:00 IST

US War Secy Hegseth unveils AI Acceleration Strategy

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on Tuesday launched a sweeping Artificial Intelligence (AI) Acceleration Strategy aimed at ensuring America's military dominance in AI, warning that no adversary must be allowed to exploit the technology to threaten US national security or its citizens.

2026-01-13T04:44:59.467644+00:00 IST

Asia

China lays claim to Kashmir's Shaksgam Valley, says infrastructure construction justified

"The territory you mentioned belongs to China. It's fully justified for China to conduct infrastructure construction on its own territory," Mao said when asked about border issues and the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).

2026-01-13T04:09:55.281894+00:00 IST

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Indian High Commissioner meets Kenya’s Prime Cabinet Secretary

High Commissioner of India to Kenya Adarsh Swaika met Kenya's Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Musalia W Mudavadi on Monday, with both sides agreeing to convene the Kenya-India Joint Commission for Cooperation in New Delhi as part of efforts to further strengthen bilateral ties between the two nations.

2026-01-13T03:59:53.895152+00:00 IST

Middle East

Union Minister of Fisheries arrives in Israel for global summit

Minister Singh is on a 3-day official visit to Israel and will be participating in 'Sea The Future' conference in Eilat.

2026-01-13T03:58:54.665153+00:00 IST

Trump briefed on military, cyber, psychological options over Iran

Amid escalating anti-governmental protests in Iran and Washington issuing warnings to Tehran over its treatment of the protestors, US President Donald Trump on Monday (local time) was briefed on a broad range of military and covert options that could be employed against the Islamic Republic, extending well beyond conventional airstrikes, CBS News reported, citing two US Defence Department officials.

2026-01-13T03:34:04.604200+00:00 IST

Middle East

Iran's Crown Prince calls on internet providers to help protester

As protests have rolled on to another week, Pahlavi has emerged as a vocal supporter of the demonstrators, backing what he describes as a nationwide movement against the Islamic Republic.

2026-01-13T03:28:15.834545+00:00 IST

“Beware of the drones”: Senator Graham warns Iran’s Khamenei

US Senator Lindsey Graham has issued a sharp warning to Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, responding to remarks in which the Iranian leader cautioned American politicians against what he described as hostile actions toward Iran amid nationwide anti-governmental protests, which Tehran claims are "foreign-backed".

2026-01-13T03:06:37.622900+00:00 IST