In a post on X, the Department of State said that the revocations include around 8,000 student visas and 2,500 specialised visas issued to individuals who had encounters with US law enforcement for criminal activity.

2026-01-12T23:59:33.164512+00:00 IST

US issues advisory for its citizens amid "escalating" protests

The United States Virtual Embassy in Iran on Monday (local time) issued an advisory for American citizens to "Leave Iran now", warning that protests across the country are "escalating" and could "turn violent", leading to "arrests, injuries and severe disruptions" to daily life.

2026-01-12T23:48:56.863760+00:00 IST

Trump announces 25% tariffs on countries doing business with Iran

United States President Donald Trump on Monday (local time) announced a sweeping trade measure targeting countries that "continue to do business with Iran", imposing a 25 per cent tariff on all their business dealings with the US.

2026-01-12T23:00:50.778618+00:00 IST

Trump warns of 'complete mess' if Supreme Court strikes down tari

US President Donald Trump on Monday (local time) said that the Country would be "screwed" if the Supreme Court rules against his administration's tariff policies, calling such a scenario a "complete mess" that could cost trillions of dollars in loss.

2026-01-12T22:21:29.749948+00:00 IST

White House says Trump keeping ‘all options on table’ for Iran

The White House remarks came as large demonstrations were reported across provinces, including Azerbaijan province and the central city of Arak, with crowds waving flags and chanting slogans in support of Iran, Press TV reported. The protests and counter-demonstrations follow days of unrest amid soaring inflation, economic hardship and public anger over governance.

2026-01-12T21:42:11.377555+00:00 IST

Asia

"India-Germany friendship finds inspiration...": MEA

Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal on Monday highlighted the significance of German Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to the historic Adalaj Stepwell in Gujarat.

2026-01-12T21:02:22.997944+00:00 IST

Asia

Afghan Embassy Charge d’Affaires Noor Ahmad Noor meets MEA JS

The meeting took place at the Ministry of External Affairs office in the national capital. During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on bilateral political and economic relations, trade expansion, visa facilitation, and the challenges faced by Afghan traders, students, and Afghan nationals residing in India.

2026-01-12T20:16:53.523441+00:00 IST

Asia

Nepal President summons National Assembly session for Jan 18

Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel has summoned the National Assembly session for January 18 at 11 am, on the Cabinet's recommendation. The meeting will be held at Singha Durbar since the Parliament building was damaged during the September 2025 Gen-Z protest. Bills, ordinances and reports are on the agenda.

2026-01-12T19:07:25.635806+00:00 IST

Asia

Nepali Congress special convention extended till Tuesday

Nepali Congress extended its closed-door session until Tuesday as discussions continue on reports by general secretaries Gagan Thapa and Bishwa Prakash Sharma. Leadership selection is expected to begin Tuesday. Sharma's report focuses on youth discontent, governance failures and proposes wider representation for members under 40.

2026-01-12T19:05:57.878918+00:00 IST

Asia

“India-Germany collaboration vital for world”: PM Modi

PM Narendra Modi highlighted growing India-Germany ties as German Chancellor Friedrich Merz began a two-day India visit. The leaders met CEOs, visited Gandhi Ashram, inaugurated the International Kite Festival, held delegation-level talks, and discussed expanding cooperation in trade, technology, education, defence and global issues.

2026-01-12T17:35:29.219814+00:00 IST

Middle East

“Ready to repel any act of aggression”: FM spokesman Baghaei

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei stated that Iran's armed forces, backed by the nation, are fully prepared to repel any aggression. He blamed unrest on US and Israeli interference, cited ongoing Iran-US communication, as protests and counter-rallies continued amid rising international tensions.

2026-01-12T16:53:26.564209+00:00 IST

“Pax Silica a historic milestone for US-India ties”: Helberg

US Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg highlighted India's likely inclusion in Pax Silica, calling it a key step towards building "reliable and secure supply chains" and describing it as a milestone for the US-India partnership.

2026-01-12T16:32:32.976769+00:00 IST

India to be invited to join Pax Silica: US envoy Gor

India's inclusion is expected to boost domestic semiconductor manufacturing and position the country as an alternative production hub. Experts note that India could join Pax Silica at a later stage, similar to its participation in the Minerals Security Partnership (MSP).

2026-01-12T15:44:40.083995+00:00 IST

Middle East

Machado meets Pope Leo XIV ahead of Trump talks

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado met Pope Leo XIV seeking support for a democratic transition after Nicolas Maduro's capture. US President Donald Trump said last week that she may visit Washington soon and that he expects to meet her, while also speaking about rebuilding Venezuela.

2026-01-12T15:19:31.678540+00:00 IST