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Chinese slams Japan over its "inflating nuclear ambitions"

"The Japanese right-wing forces' inflating nuclear ambitions are a dangerous signal of the resurgence of militarism in Japan and pose serious threats to world peace and stability. Japan must stop testing the bottom and red lines of international justice," Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning warned.

2026-01-08T17:11:32.306807+00:00 IST

Three Indian nationals among crew of US-seized Russian-flagged oil tanker: Report

Citing sources, RT reported that the vessel had a crew of 28, comprising 17 Ukrainian citizens, six Georgian citizens, three Indian citizens, and two Russian citizens.

2026-01-08T16:58:30.761578+00:00 IST

Iran executes man convicted of spying for Israel

According to Mizan, Ardestani was accused of collaborating with Israel's intelligence agency, Mossad, by supplying what authorities described as sensitive and classified information. The report stated that his death sentence was implemented after receiving final approval from Iran's Supreme Court and following what officials characterized as the completion of all required legal procedures.

2026-01-08T16:42:45.584225+00:00 IST

Senator Graham warns Iran’s Supreme Leader

Republican Senator Lindsey Graham has issued a stark warning to Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, asserting that US President Donald Trump would "kill" him and other leaders in the regime if they continued to harm their people amid protests spreading across several Iranian provinces triggered by economic hardship, inflation and public anger over government policies.

2026-01-08T15:23:08.775852+00:00 IST

Kerala CM slams American imperialism

"Extraordinary incidents are taking place in the world. Disregarding the sovereignty of Venezuela, American imperialism has intruded into that country and has even taken the head of that nation into custody," Vijayan said, urging global democratic voices to rise against what he described as acts of aggression.

2026-01-08T14:21:46.469759+00:00 IST

Taiwan's President responds to China’s sanctions

According to The Taipei Times, speaking at the graduation of the Ministry of Justice Investigation Bureau's 62nd investigation training programme, Lai responded to China's announcement naming Interior Minister Liu Shyh-fang and Education Minister Cheng Ying-yao as alleged "separatists" and adding them to its roster of "Taiwan independence diehards".

2026-01-08T13:39:50.780712+00:00 IST

China’s ongoing repression draws global pushback as Uyghur

The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) has released its monthly brief, highlighting advocacy networks worldwide that are seeing a surge in coordinated political engagement, remembrance events, and community-driven mobilisation, all aimed at countering China's ongoing repression in East Turkistan.

2026-01-08T13:36:19.129277+00:00 IST

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"Worst political prognosticators," Trump lashes out at Clooney

In his Post on Truth Social the President called the couple the "worst political prognosticators of all time."

2026-01-01T05:10:58.723456+00:00 IST

US intelligence rejects Russian claim on drone plot against Putin

US intelligence has assessed that Ukraine did not target Russian President Vladimir Putin in an alleged drone incident, contradicting Moscow's claims. President Trump played down the allegation, while Ukraine denied involvement and Russia cited the incident to harden its stance in peace talks.

2026-01-01T02:40:09.439226+00:00 IST

US sees record investment as domestic products...: Trump

Trump added that companies are establishing factories and businesses across the country "at a level never seen before" because domestically manufactured products face no tariffs.

2026-01-01T00:16:39.019337+00:00 IST

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UK Home Secy "horrified" by Manchester synagogue attack

UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has expressed her concern following the deadly attack outside a synagogue in Manchester on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar.

2025-10-02T13:05:08.166380+00:00 IST

UK: 2 killed, 3 injured in stabbing, car ramming attack

At least two people lost their lives in a car ramming and stabbing attack outside a synagogue in Manchester, northern England, on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar

2025-10-02T12:46:07.848034+00:00 IST

At UNHRC, activists highlight plight of Sindhis in Pakistan, underscore equal rights in India

At a UNHRC side event in Geneva, activist Divya Advani and Sindhi Adhikar Manch founder Govind Gurbani highlighted declining Sindhi numbers in Pakistan and contrasted it with constitutional rights enjoyed by minorities in India, stressing equal opportunities, reservations, and inclusive representation for Dalits, Muslims, and other communities.

2025-10-02T12:41:42.701164+00:00 IST

Pacific

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New Zealand: White Island volcano erupts

Wellington [New Zealand], Dec 9 (ANI): A volcano erupted on White Island, New Zealand on Monday, located about 48 kilometres from the eastern coast of North Island, National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) said.

2019-12-09T03:28:42.137987+00:00 IST

UK truck deaths: Driver pleads guilty to immigration offences

London [UK], Nov 26 (ANI): A British truck driver, who had been charged with manslaughter after 39 Vietnamese nationals were found inside his refrigerated truck earlier this month, pleaded guilty on Monday to conspiring to assist unlawful immigration.

2019-11-26T01:20:57.358445+00:00 IST

5.9 magnitude earthquake jolts New Zealand

Wellington [New Zealand], Nov 24 (ANI): An earthquake measuring 5.9 on the Richter Scale struck New Zealand on Saturday, the country's seismic monitoring service GeoNet said.

2019-11-23T22:41:53.430039+00:00 IST

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"Israel has right to defend itself, Iran source of terror," G7

French President Emmanuel Macron told reporters at the G7 summit that Trump has made an offer for a ceasefire between Israel and Iran

2025-06-17T04:25:25.673596+00:00 IST

G7 leaders leaders call for de-escalation on Iran, affirm Israel’

The leaders' statement said, "Iran is the principal source of regional instability and terror."

2025-06-17T04:19:00.683750+00:00 IST

Indo-Canadians welcome PM Modi’s visit to Canada for G7 summit

Sumit Singh, a Brampton-based Indo-Canadian businessman and immigration consultant, expressed optimism about the visit.

2025-06-17T03:57:31.764918+00:00 IST

Asia

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VAdm Sobti holds bilateral talks with German fleet Commander

Deputy Chief of Naval Staff Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti held bilateral interaction with Commander of the German Fleet and Supporting Forces Vice Admiral Axel Deertz on the sidelines of Exercise MILAN and the International Fleet Review in Visakhapatnam.

2026-02-19T00:45:46.125330+00:00 IST

Tony Blair Institute Country Director hails AI Summit

Country Director India at the Tony Blair Institute, Vivek Agarwal, hailed the AI Impact Summit 2026, saying that the Centre has moved the conversation around artificial intelligence from being a technology subject to a public policy issue.

2026-02-18T23:12:13.824734+00:00 IST

UK Education Hub to advance India–UK Vision 2035 launched

Advancing the education objectives of the India-UK Vision 2035, David Lammy, UK Deputy Prime Minister inaugurated the UK Education Hub at the British Council, the UK's international organisation for educational opportunities and cultural exchange, in the presence of Lindy Cameron OB CBE, British High Commissioner to India, Alison Barrett MBE, Country Director India, British Council, Prof Eloise Philips, the Academic Provost of the Southampton University Delhi, and dignitaries from India and UK, including Steve Smith, the UK's Champion for International Education.

2026-02-18T22:45:18.618987+00:00 IST

Middle East

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UAE relief teams conclude humanitarian mission in Sri Lanka

UAE relief teams have concluded their humanitarian mission in the Republic of Sri Lanka as part of the urgent response launched by the United Arab Emirates, under the directives of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, to support those affected by Cyclone Ditwah and the landslides that struck the country.

2025-12-14T01:23:32.072300+00:00 IST

UAE, EU issue joint statement on launch of SPA negotiations

The United Arab Emirates and the European Union officially launched the process of negotiating a Strategic Partnership Agreement (SPA).

2025-12-14T01:23:08.900261+00:00 IST

PM Modi’s Jordan visit “truly historic”; Indian Ambassador

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's first bilateral visit to Jordan beginning December 15, India's Ambassador to Jordan, Manish Chauhan, described the trip as "truly historic" due to its unprecedented scale and scope, emphasising that its impact could extend significantly to bilateral ties as well as regional and global dynamics.

2025-12-14T00:04:00.254243+00:00 IST

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Asia

Bangladesh: Another prime accused arrested in Mymensingh lynching

The arrested accused, identified as 25-year-old Md Yasin Arafat, is a resident of South Hobirbari's Karaitola Mor in the district and was apprehended on Wednesday from the Sarulia area under the Demra Police Station in Dhaka.

2026-01-08T13:24:19.603118+00:00 IST

Asia

International Solar Alliance to remain focused on its objectives despite US withdrawal: Sources

The government has noted media reports citing the US' decision to withdraw from 66 international organisations, including the International Solar Alliance (ISA), sources said on Thursday, stating that the Alliance remains focused on its objective of supporting its member countries in scaling up solar energy in line with their needs.

2026-01-08T12:57:20.393138+00:00 IST

Europe

Russian MP threatens nuclear response over tanker seizure

"This is the most common form of piracy--the seizure of a civilian vessel by an armed American fleet. It's essentially the same as an attack on Russian territory, since the tanker was sailing under our national flag. This must undoubtedly be responded to harshly and swiftly--our military doctrine even allows for the use of nuclear weapons in response to such a situation," the Russian MP said.

2026-01-08T11:23:43.315446+00:00 IST

Asia

PoJK newspaper industry crumbles as Pakistan fails to support wor

Newspaper circulation across Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) has plummeted sharply in recent years, with industry workers saying the rise of social media and the absence of government assistance have pushed the once-thriving sector to the brink of collapse.

2026-01-08T10:49:44.046917+00:00 IST

White House weighs options to acquire Greenland

The White House indicated that President Donald Trump is considering various options, including military action, to acquire Greenland on national security grounds, a move that has raised concern among US allies, European leaders and lawmakers across party lines.

2026-01-08T09:29:31.344158+00:00 IST

Middle East

Iran condemns “meddlesome” US remarks on internal developments

Iran's Foreign Ministry condemned US remarks and warned against intervention, accusing Washington of hostility and sanctions-driven pressure. Tensions escalated after Donald Trump threatened action during protests, prompting Iranian leaders to warn that US forces could be targeted and any aggression would face a strong response.

2026-01-08T09:15:25.067518+00:00 IST

Asia

Assistant to Bangladesh Chief Advisor urges united action

The online meeting, organised to brief officials on the referendum, connected nearly 17,000 officers and field-level staff of the agriculture department across the country. It was chaired by Agriculture Secretary Dr Mohammad Emdad Ullah Mian and attended by Chief Adviser's Special Assistant Monir Haidar as a special guest. Senior officials from the ministry and its affiliated agencies also joined virtually.

2026-01-08T09:12:44.899661+00:00 IST

Asia

Kohistan communities extend demonstrations in KP over delayed development commitments

According to The Express Tribune, protesters assert that while WAPDA pressed ahead with building the hydropower project, officials had guaranteed that essential civic infrastructure, most importantly an all-weather road network, would be constructed for communities in the area. Yet, residents maintain that these assurances never materialised. They argue that for more than 15 years, Kohistan has remained deprived of even basic connectivity despite contributing land, resources and cooperation to national development schemes.

2026-01-08T08:55:00.192255+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan: Record burn cases expose alarming state failure

According to Dawn, sharing the centre's performance statistics for the past year, BPSC director Prof Tahmeedullah stated that the institution experienced an unprecedented inflow of patients, necessitating a shift toward a province-wide strategy focused on prevention and early awareness.

2026-01-08T08:21:28.122588+00:00 IST

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Australia announces royal commission into antisemitism

Australia will launch a national royal commission into antisemitism after a deadly Bondi Beach shooting. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the inquiry will examine causes of antisemitism, the attack itself, and recommend measures on security, social cohesion and extremism.

2026-01-08T07:39:52.602229+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan’s economic stabilisation under scrutiny

Pakistan's business leaders warn that recent economic stability has not translated into real growth, citing structural flaws, weak industrial activity and IMF-driven reforms. They caution that without a shift toward medium-term growth planning, the country risks slipping back into another economic crisis.

2026-01-08T07:29:23.703935+00:00 IST

Asia

Indian national evacuated from Yemen’s Socotra Island, returns

An Indian woman stranded on Yemen's Socotra Island was evacuated and returned to India amid escalating conflict. Fighting between Saudi-backed government forces and UAE-linked separatists has disrupted air travel, left hundreds of tourists stranded, and heightened tensions across several Yemeni regions.

2026-01-08T07:04:42.858598+00:00 IST

Asia

India’s leadership central to maintaining long-term peace

He pointed out that "countries such as Bangladesh, Nepal and Sri Lanka have experienced periods of political instability in recent years, often marked by public unrest and changes in government." According to Rajapaksa, at times these disruptions have been "supported and promoted by extremist elements," which has compounded the challenges faced by these nations.

2026-01-08T07:02:27.461405+00:00 IST

Rep. Nancy Mace seeks Omar immigration records

Republican Congresswoman Nancy Mace sought subpoenas for Ilhan Omar's immigration records, alleging marriage fraud, but the House Oversight Committee set aside the move. Omar dismissed the claims as "sick," while Republicans said the allegations, if proven, could carry serious legal consequences.

2026-01-08T06:14:20.766120+00:00 IST