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Taiwan’s NSB says China using bot networks for Cognitive Warfare

In its analysis of the People's Republic of China's "cognitive warfare tactics against Taiwan in 2025," the NSB said Taiwan's intelligence system identified over 45,000 fake social media accounts and more than 2.314 million pieces of disinformation circulating online.

2026-01-11T10:40:32.194442+00:00 IST

Lahore anti-encroachment drive draws flak over green belt damage

Punjab's anti-encroachment drive in Lahore has sparked concern as residents and environmental groups allege green belts and historic landscapes are being damaged. Activists warn of heavy tree loss, worsening pollution and shrinking green cover, urging protection of parks. The government says the campaign will restore heritage and ease congestion.

2026-01-11T10:21:55.995615+00:00 IST

India will "contribute solutions," if it participates in G7 meet

Speaking to ANI, Fabian said that India will also contribute to solutions regarding critical minerals if it participates.

2026-01-11T10:13:42.627645+00:00 IST

Protesters across Europe demonstrate solidarity with Iran protest

People of Iran living abroad, or of Iranian descent, gathered on the Malieveld, a large grass field in The Hague, and expressed worry about not being able to contact their kin amid internet blackout.

2026-01-11T10:01:17.019758+00:00 IST

Iran parliament speaker threatens retaliation against US bases

Iran's parliamentary speaker, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, warned that Tehran would view US military and commercial bases as "legitimate targets" for retaliation if Washington intervenes militarily amid continuing unrest in the country.

2026-01-11T09:46:33.448759+00:00 IST

PTI shifts Karachi rally to Mazar-i-Quaid amid roadblocks

PTI leaders insisted they would hold a public gathering in Karachi on Sunday, shifting the venue to Mazar-i-Quaid after alleging a police raid and detentions at Bagh-i-Jinnah, Dawn reported. The KP chief minister also claimed routes were blocked and his team faced risks while travelling.

2026-01-11T09:12:43.119863+00:00 IST

Russia launched over 1,000 drones into Ukraine in past week

He informed that Russia has launched more than 890 guided aerial bombs, and over 50 missiles of various types - ballistic, cruise, and even the Oreshnik medium-range ballistic missile.

2026-01-11T09:11:18.734697+00:00 IST

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US releases video of cuffed abducted Venezuelan President, to be

The official White House Rapid Response account captioned the video as "perp walked."

2026-01-04T03:43:07.070693+00:00 IST

4 killed as private helicopter crashes in remote Arizona canyon

According to the Pinal County Sheriff's Office, the victims included the 59-year-old pilot, two women aged 21, and another woman aged 22. The identities of those killed have not yet been made public, pending notification of their families, reported Kens5.

2026-01-04T02:25:58.370382+00:00 IST

“Act of war”: NYC mayor Mamdani on Maduro’s capture by US

He said it violates federal and international law and could affect tens of thousands of Venezuelans living in the cosmopolitan world city.

2026-01-04T00:54:21.637972+00:00 IST

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France’s PM Lecornu resigns hours after unveiling cabinet

Lecornu, who was appointed by President Emmanuel Macron last month and had earlier served as defence minister, unveiled his cabinet late on Sunday. But the line-up, which included only few changes from previous governments, drew sharp criticism from both the opposition and within parliament.

2025-10-06T09:42:35.859582+00:00 IST

Indian Embassy in Italy condoles death of four nationals

The Embassy of India in Italy condoled the death of four Indian nationals in a road accident in southern Italy and affirmed that the Embassy would provide all possible consular access to the concerned families.

2025-10-06T07:52:00.730037+00:00 IST

PTM Delegation briefs European Parliament on HR violation in Pak

A delegation from the Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM) Germany chapter met with several members of the European Parliament in Brussels to discuss the ongoing human rights violations allegedly committed by Pakistan's military and security agencies against the Pashtun population.

2025-10-06T07:23:45.734959+00:00 IST

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Mexico coronavirus death toll exceeds 47,000

Mexico City [Mexico], August 02 (Sputnik/ANI): The coronavirus death toll in Mexico has surpassed 47,000 mark, the country's Deputy Health Minister Hugo Lopez-Gatell has announced.

2020-08-02T02:59:37.924302+00:00 IST

South Korea reports 59 more COVID-19 cases

Seoul [South Korea], July 23 (Xinhua/ ANI): South Korea reported 59 more cases of the COVID-19 as of 0:00 a.m. Thursday local time compared to 24 hours ago, raising the total number of infections to 13,938.

2020-07-23T02:28:48.121307+00:00 IST

7.2 magnitude earthquake hits Papua New Guinea

Port Moresby [Papua New Guinea], July 17 (ANI): An earthquake of magnitude 7.2 on the Richter scale struck Papua New Guinea on Friday.

2020-07-17T03:56:29.097233+00:00 IST

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"Canadian govt unequivocally stands against terrorism": PM Carney

Mark Carney expressed Canada's commitment to work with its allies and partners to detect, prevent and respond to the threat of terrorism and violent extremism.

2025-06-24T03:25:25.305807+00:00 IST

China irks NZ as its influence spreads in the South Pacific

China's growing influence in the Pacific, especially through strategic deals with the Cook Islands, has sparked concern in New Zealand and Australia. Experts warn these moves could shift regional power dynamics, create dependencies, and challenge traditional alliances, as Beijing deepens its political, economic, and military engagement across the region.

2025-06-23T11:15:54.844561+00:00 IST

INS Teg concludes Mauritius visit, boosts maritime cooperation

INS Teg visited Mauritius as part of its South West Indian Ocean deployment, conducting joint surveillance with the Mauritius Coast Guard and hosting training, yoga, and cultural events. The visit strengthened India-Mauritius maritime ties and highlighted cooperation in regional security, the Ministry of Defence said.

2025-06-23T10:58:01.526629+00:00 IST

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“Principally, PM Modi and Iran think along the same lines”

Speaking exclusively to ANI, Chitsaz highlighted the alignment between Iran's digital vision and the approach championed by Narendra Modi.

2026-02-19T09:15:49.254901+00:00 IST

‘AI should start from youth’: Zimbabwe Envoy hails PM Modi

Zimbabwe's Ambassador Stella Nkomo praised PM Modi's address at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, saying it aligns perfectly with her country's goals: youth-led innovation and making AI accessible to all as a strategic tool for progress.

2026-02-19T09:11:34.856027+00:00 IST

Macron calls for inclusive global AI push

Addressing an audience of policymakers, industry leaders, and technology experts, the French President underscored the urgency of shaping AI governance through collaboration rather than competition.

2026-02-19T08:58:12.632000+00:00 IST

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UAE condemns drone attack on peacekeeping base in Kadugli, Sudan

The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the drone attack that targeted a logistics base of the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) in the city of Kadugli in the Republic of Sudan, which resulted in multiple deaths and injuries to members of the Bangladeshi contingent serving in the UNISFA.

2025-12-16T01:32:46.442138+00:00 IST

India, Jordan sign MoUs on renewable energy, digital solutions

India and Jordan on Monday signed multiple Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in key areas such as renewable energy, water resources, digital transformation and cultural heritage, with Amman expressing its intent to join key Indian-led global initiatives, including the International Solar Alliance (ISA), during Prime Minister Narendra Modi two day official visit to the kingdom.

2025-12-15T22:06:29.075775+00:00 IST

EAM co-chairs India–UAE dialogue; outlines future cooperation

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday co-chaired the 16th India-UAE Joint Commission and the 5th Strategic Dialogue with UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi, during which the two sides comprehensively reviewed their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and identified key priorities for future cooperation.

2025-12-15T21:37:43.753353+00:00 IST

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"Best time for new investors to come to India," Commercial Counse

Iversen said that they were looking to increase business between India and Norway.

2026-01-11T09:03:52.563608+00:00 IST

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Peshawar University staff demand federal control amid salary, pen

The demand was made during a protest held over the non-payment of December salaries and pensions to university employees.

2026-01-11T09:02:46.245232+00:00 IST

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Somalia alleges Israel plan to move Palestinians to Somaliland

Somalia's Defence Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi alleged Israel plans to move Palestinians to Somaliland, calling it a "serious violation", Al Jazeera reported. Israel denied any such deal. Somalia urged Israel to revoke recognition of Somaliland, as the issue drew international criticism and an OIC summit response.

2026-01-11T08:56:07.070693+00:00 IST

Asia

Thai PM calls for overhaul of border MoUs with Cambodia

Speaking this week, Anutin said MoU 43, signed in 2000, which covers land border demarcation, and MoU 44, signed in 2001, dealing with overlapping maritime areas, should be revised or replaced altogether. He suggested a new, updated framework -- potentially under a different title -- that would reflect modern surveying methods and clearer legal principles.

2026-01-11T08:52:43.667453+00:00 IST

Asia

Afghan students forced to attend school under sky

Taliban's education sector's data says that out of 238 schools in Kapisa, 79 don't have buildings, and 100 remain dilapidated, Tolo News reported.

2026-01-11T08:07:57.644156+00:00 IST

Middle East

Iran army warns of action as protests escalate

Iran's army vowed to protect "national interests" as protests escalated amid arrests and an internet shutdown, Al Jazeera reported. Rights groups reported deaths and injuries, while hundreds were arrested. Trump backed protesters, and leaders in Iran issued warnings, as unrest spread across multiple cities over inflation and living costs.

2026-01-11T07:48:29.670923+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan faces scrutiny over Baloch citizens' disappearences

Human rights defenders stated that these incidents follow a familiar pattern: individuals are arrested without warrants, held in secret locations, and never brought before a court, as reported by The Balochistan Post.

2026-01-11T07:32:48.210142+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan: Protest held after trade unionist goes missing

A protest demonstration was held outside Karachi Press Club. The protest was organised upon the request of the National Trade Union Federation Pakistan (NTUF-P)

2026-01-11T06:52:47.875920+00:00 IST

Asia

Pak: Gas shortage triggers protests in Quetta amid severe cold

Gas shortages during a harsh cold spell triggered protests in Quetta, Dawn reported. Residents blocked roads and burned tyres over low pressure and supply suspensions. Many areas faced outages beyond loadshedding hours, forcing people to use cylinders. Temperatures remained below zero in Quetta and Kalat.

2026-01-11T06:48:08.915664+00:00 IST

NYC Mayor Mamdani condemns chants at Queens synagogue protest

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani condemned hateful rhetoric at a Queens synagogue protest where pro-Palestinian demonstrators chanted support for Hamas and pro-Israel demonstrators used slurs, The New York Times reported. He said such displays have no place in the city and police are ensuring safety at houses of worship.

2026-01-11T06:11:12.558702+00:00 IST

US Secretary of State Rubio says he will meet Denmark leaders

Rubio's remarks to reporters on Wednesday followed a revival of President Donald Trump's long-standing interest in acquiring Greenland, a push that appears to have gained momentum after a recent U.S. operation in Venezuela that resulted in the capture of former president Nicolas Maduro.

2026-01-11T05:43:58.232728+00:00 IST

Asia

Nepal calls for national unity while marking 304th National Unifi

Early in the morning, Nepali President Ram Chandra Paudel along with Vice President Ram Sahaya Prasad Yadav along with Prime Minister Sushila Karki and her council of ministers laid wreath at Shah's statue in front of Singhadurbar.

2026-01-11T05:36:30.867809+00:00 IST

Middle East

Yemen Govt claims recapture of Hadramout, al-Mahra from STC

Yemen's government claimed it recaptured Hadramout and al-Mahra from the STC after a Saudi-backed offensive, Al Jazeera reported. Thousands rallied in Aden for the STC, demanding independence. The STC's dissolution claim was later rejected as "null and void" and made "under coercion and pressure".

2026-01-11T05:33:37.399835+00:00 IST