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"Trump friendship with PM Modi real": Sergio Gor

Gor said he attests Trump friendship with PM Modi as "real" and said that real friends can resolve their difference.

2026-01-12T07:23:06.525358+00:00 IST

PM Modi holds delegation-level talks with German Chancellor Merz

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held delegation-level talks with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Ahmedabad as part of the latter's first official visit to India.

2026-01-12T06:28:47.375501+00:00 IST

INSV Kaundinya “Ship of Wood with Men of Steel” closer to Oman

The journey, which began on December 29, 2025, aims to recreate the ancient maritime trading route that connected India with West Asia and other parts of the world.

2026-01-12T06:03:05.285595+00:00 IST

Iran internet shutdown touches 84-hour mark

On the 8th of January, in an attempt to dampen the protests, the Khamenei regime shutdown internet throughout the country blocking all access. On Monday, the nationwide shutdown crossed the 84-hour mark as per cybersecurity and digital governance think thank Netblocks.

2026-01-12T05:57:24.503563+00:00 IST

PM Modi, German Chancellor Merz fly kite depicting Lord Hanuman

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Monday participated in the International Kite Festival 2026 at the Sabarmati Riverfront, where the leaders were seen flying a kite depicting Lord Hanuman.

2026-01-12T05:45:28.504523+00:00 IST

$4.2 billion worth of oil from Venezuela on its way to the US

Trump met with the interim President of Venezuela, Delcy Rodriguez. On the meeting Trump said, "She's been very good. She asked us if we could take 50 million barrels of oil, and I said yes, we can, it is worth $4.2 billion, and it is on its way right now to the United States..."

2026-01-12T05:10:37.512788+00:00 IST

That woman was very disrespectful: Trump on ICE shooting

Trump said, "Everyone's seen it. And the woman was very violent. She's a very radical person. Very sad what happened. Her friend was very radical."

2026-01-12T05:05:37.283096+00:00 IST

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Washington reiterates support for Myanmar on Independence Day, ra

"The United States is deeply concerned about the ongoing crisis in Burma. We urge the military regime to cease violence, ensure unhindered access to humanitarian assistance, release those unjustly detained, and engage in dialogue to pursue a peaceful and long-term end to the crisis," the US Department of State said in a statement issued on the occasion of Burma's Independence Day.

2026-01-04T07:09:29.799456+00:00 IST

Musk’s Starlink to offer free internet in Venezuela till Feb 3

Elon Musk announced that Starlink will offer free broadband internet in Venezuela until February 3. The SpaceX-owned service aims to support people in the country by ensuring continued connectivity during the ongoing situation.

2026-01-04T05:41:32.152150+00:00 IST

Delcy Rodriguez named acting president by Venezuela court

Venezuela's Supreme Court named Vice President Delcy Rodriguez as acting president after the US removed Nicolas Maduro. Maduro is set to be transferred to a New York jail as opposition hopes fade following US President Donald Trump's reluctance to back opposition leader Maria Corina Machado.

2026-01-04T05:11:32.556255+00:00 IST

Europe

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Russia to support Afghanistan’s anti-terror efforts: Lavrov

Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met Afghanistan's Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi on the sidelines of the 7th meeting of the Moscow Format of Consultations on Afghanistan, according to the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA).

2025-10-07T18:28:09.503939+00:00 IST

British PM joins delegation for a photo ahead of India visit

Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer stood with his business delegation before departing from London Heathrow Airport as they headed to India to meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and promote the recently signed trade deal.

2025-10-07T16:31:59.949632+00:00 IST

Participants back “independent, peaceful Afghanistan” at meet

Participants of the 7th meeting of the Moscow Format Consultations on Afghanistan reaffirmed their collective support for the establishment of Afghanistan as an "independent, united and peaceful state," according to a joint statement released by the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) on Tuesday.

2025-10-07T12:42:38.326309+00:00 IST

Pacific

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New Zealand prolongs COVID-19 restrictions for one more week

Wellington [New Zealand], September 14 (ANI/Sputnik): New Zealand's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on Monday announced an extension of coronavirus restrictions for one more week, until September 21.

2020-09-14T03:17:58.723853+00:00 IST

Two Australian journalists forced out from China after diplomatic stand-off

Canberra (Australia), September 8 (ANI): Two Australian journalists working in China for their country's media outlets were "forced out" and have returned to Sydney following a diplomatic standoff.

2020-09-08T04:32:26.370308+00:00 IST

6.5 magnitude quake jolts Chile

New Delhi [India], Sep 1 (ANI): An earthquake, measuring 6.5 on the Richter Scale, struck Chile on Monday (local time), according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS).

2020-09-01T05:40:47.790267+00:00 IST

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Canada drops Digital Tax after Trump halts trade talks

Canada has officially withdrawn its proposed digital services tax, aiming to revive trade negotiations with the US, just days after US President Donald Trump halted discussions in protest of the levy, Al Jazeera reported on Monday.

2025-06-30T20:43:06.036142+00:00 IST

National Security Conference in Canada calls for stronger action

The Canada India Foundation (CIF), in collaboration with Tafsik Organisation, convened a powerful one-day National Security Conference on Sunday under the theme "United Against Extremism".

2025-06-30T02:33:47.612932+00:00 IST

Kirti Vardhan Singh highlight diaspora's contribution to Zimbabwe

Singh on Saturday also congratulated them for preserving Indian culture there.

2025-06-29T05:26:40.922321+00:00 IST

Asia

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Exciting to see this much interest: Khosla on India AI Summit

Tech Giant and founder of Sun Microsystems, Vinod Khosla, on Thursday, expressed his optimism about India's growing interest and role in AI, as the country hosts the first international AI summit in the global south.

2026-02-19T11:15:44.102261+00:00 IST

PM Modi holds a bilateral meeting with Swiss President

Earlier on Wednesday, Swiss President Guy Parmelin expressed strong support for India's vision of a safe, inclusive, and impactful artificial intelligence ecosystem, emphasising alignment on human-centric, sustainable, and equitable AI development during his participation in the ongoing India AI Impact Summit 2026.

2026-02-19T11:12:33.133793+00:00 IST

Vinod Khosla calls for AI boost in education, health, farming

Artificial Intelligence (AI) must directly benefit the bottom half of India's population through transformative interventions in education, healthcare and agriculture, tech leader Vinod Khosla said while addressing the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in the national capital.

2026-02-19T10:54:05.811181+00:00 IST

Middle East

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Crown Prince Al Hussein drives PM Modi to Jordan Museum in specia

The Crown Prince, who is the 42nd-generation direct descendant of Prophet Mohammad, accompanied PM Modi for the museum visit.

2025-12-16T07:11:07.935916+00:00 IST

Sahm Capital reports nearly 70% Year-on-Year user growth

This performance builds on a milestone year in 2024, when Sahm surpassed more than one million users within its first year of launch.

2025-12-16T06:31:22.993587+00:00 IST

PM Modi to address India-Jordan Business Forum

In her remarks during the special briefing by the Ministry of External Affairs on PM's visit to Jordan, Secretary (South) said, "PM Modi along with King Abdullah II would jointly address the India-Jordan Business Forum, which will be attended by leading business dignitaries from both sides on Tuesday."

2025-12-16T06:18:27.520129+00:00 IST

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PM Modi, German Chancellor inaugurate International Kite Festival

The two leaders participated in the festival as part of Chancellor Merz's first official visit to India, highlighting the blend of cultural celebration and diplomatic engagement between the two nations.

2026-01-12T05:01:29.608852+00:00 IST

Asia

PM Modi welcomes German Chancellor Merz to India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday warmly welcomed German Chancellor Friedrich Merz to Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad, marking the German leader's first official visit to India since taking office.

2026-01-12T04:41:47.206506+00:00 IST

Middle East

544 dead, over 10,600 arrested as Iran protests continue

At least 544 people have been killed and more than 10,681 individuals arrested and transferred to prisons amid nationwide protests in Iran, as demonstrators have taken to the streets across multiple provinces over the past 15 days in anti-government rallies driven by soaring inflation, economic hardship and mounting public anger over governance.

2026-01-12T04:22:40.724709+00:00 IST

US

"Iran called to negotiate," claims Trump

US President Donald Trump on Sunday (local time) said that Washington may be forced to take action against Iran amid ongoing nationwide protests, even as he revealed that Tehran has reached out to Washington seeking negotiations.

2026-01-12T03:48:30.909240+00:00 IST

Asia

Iranian ambassador warns against fake news being peddled

Urging people to be cautious when searching for and consuming information online, in a post on X, he wrote, "The news circulated on some foreign X accounts about Iran's developments, is totally false. I request all interested people to get their news from the reliable sources."

2026-01-12T03:03:25.926136+00:00 IST

Asia

German Chancellor Merz arrives in India to meet PM Modi today

Merz, who arrived in Ahmedabad earlier today, is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi later in the day, marking a significant milestone in India-Germany relations as both nations mark 75 years of diplomatic relations and 25 years of their Strategic Partnership.

2026-01-12T03:01:58.325108+00:00 IST

Europe

"Global assistance will arrive," Reza Pahalavi

In a recent post on X, the crown prince praised protesters for what he called "million-strong demonstrations" that have shaken the foundations of the Iranian regime.

2026-01-12T02:56:27.280005+00:00 IST

US

Trump says Iran appears to have crossed their 'red line'

Speaking to reporters onboard Air Force One, when asked whether Iran had crossed the red line he had drawn over the treatment of protesters, Trump said, "They're starting to, it looks like."

2026-01-12T02:32:36.578487+00:00 IST

Asia

Taiwan detects 5 PLAN vessels, 4 PRC balloons, 1 official ship

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence said on Monday that it recorded the presence of 5 PLAN vessels and 1 official ship operating around its territory.

2026-01-12T01:26:28.502780+00:00 IST

Middle East

Fixed impressions may ease social anxiety, say researchers

Social anxiety is a widespread condition marked by intense discomfort in social settings and persistent worry about being judged.

2026-01-12T01:05:31.705899+00:00 IST

Europe

"Russia must be stopped": Zelenskyy says

Calling the situation "madness," Zelenskyy urged the United States, Europe, and international partners to unite in stopping Russia, stressing that the ongoing conflict highlights the world's failure to protect itself from aggressive regimes.

2026-01-12T00:51:17.058503+00:00 IST

US

Respect freedom of expression: UN chief urges Iran

The UN chief's remarks come amid protests in Iran that killed at least 420 protesters during anti-government demonstrations over the past 15 days, including eight children, according to Human Rights Activists in Iran (HRA), CNN reported.

2026-01-12T00:25:52.653102+00:00 IST

Middle East

Reza Pahlavi backs Trump, urges support for Iranians’ fight

Pahlavi asserted that the Iranian people would emerge as US' key partner for peace and prosperity following what he described as the fall of the current regime.

2026-01-12T00:06:55.938478+00:00 IST

Asia

Indian, German govts should engage in dialogue: Ariha Shah's aunt

Ariha Shah was put under the custody of German foster care in September 2021, when she was seven months old, after her grandmother accidentally hurt her. Since then, she has remained in foster care in Germany,

2026-01-11T23:33:40.319062+00:00 IST