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India–UAE Polar Cooperation in action as Emirati scientists join

"Emirati researchers from Khalifa University joined India's 45th Antarctic Expedition at Maitri station, exploring Antarctica's Mars-like landscapes to advance polar & planetary science, " the Embassy wrote in an X post.

2026-01-07T09:35:49.941521+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 6.2 rattles Philippine Sea

The earthquake occurred at a depth of 85km.

2026-01-07T09:33:03.137421+00:00 IST

Sindh’s disputed school inspections renew scrutiny of Pakistan’s

The alliance had earlier announced a strike for January 9 to protest the verification of free-education beneficiary lists, a process they said resulted in harassment of school administrators and parents, as reported by The Express Tribune.

2026-01-07T09:31:38.391937+00:00 IST

Pak: Imran Khan's kin stage sit-in prayers post being barred from

Protesters included Faisal Javed, PTI Senator, Rashid Qayamat Ali Butt, Protester from Lahore Wagha border, Syed Jibran Haider Shah Jee, Protester from Lahore).

2026-01-07T09:08:08.803821+00:00 IST

Abduction of Maduro was gross violation of international law, say

Speaking to ANI he said, "The kidnapping or abduction of the head of state of Venezuela was a gross violation of international law. It was a military action that was unjustified. Now, what President Trump is doing is equally illegal. The interim government is being forced to sell oil to him. He has a great fixation with oil, and he wishes to use that fixation of oil to make money for himself and perhaps for his country, certainly not for the benefit of Venezuela.

2026-01-07T09:07:22.976992+00:00 IST

“Trump’s Greenland remarks unprecedented, dialogue only way forwa

Speaking in an exclusive interview with ANI, the former envoy said the idea of one NATO country discussing the takeover or purchase of territory belonging to another NATO member was without precedent in modern international relations.

2026-01-07T08:39:52.707734+00:00 IST

Pakistan’s failing security apparatus sparks mass uprising in Bal

On January 5, thousands of residents, including men, women, lawyers, activists, and professionals, poured onto the streets of Turbat.

2026-01-07T08:24:02.853127+00:00 IST

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Netanyahu announces Israel Peace Prize for Trump after Florida ta

"President Trump has broken so many conventions to surprise people, so we decided to break a convention or create a new one,that is to award the Israel Prize, which in 80 years, we have never awarded to a non-Israeli, to President Trump.This was announced formally over lunch by our Minister of Education that President Donald J Trump should be awarded this prize for his immense contribution to the Israeli and the Jewish people," Netanyahu said.

2025-12-29T23:12:42.523744+00:00 IST

“We’ll knock them down": Trump warns of fresh strikes if Iran reb

"I hear that Iran is trying to build up again, and if they are, we're going to have to knock them down," Trump said. "We'll knock them down. We'll knock the hell out of them."

2025-12-29T21:14:36.997050+00:00 IST

Trump says second phase of Gaza peace plan to begin “as quickly a

Standing outside his Mar-a-lago club as Trump shakes hands with Netanyahu, he said, "We have to have a peace plan for Gaza as quickly as we can, but there has to be a disarmament, we have to disarm with Hamas. One of the things we will talk about."

2025-12-29T19:33:43.998951+00:00 IST

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Calls grow for Pakistan to withdraw troops, end weaponisation of

He alleged that Pakistani armed forces had besieged the state, stationing troops at major entry points, while also distributing weapons to civilians, a move he described as a dangerous attempt to crush peaceful resistance.

2025-10-01T09:21:21.747108+00:00 IST

‘Crucial that all parties commit to an agreement, implementation’

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres welcomed the United States-led Gaza peace proposal and gave a call for immediate action towards peace, Secy General's Spokesperson said on Tuesday.

2025-10-01T09:15:02.705371+00:00 IST

Pakistan’s track record of human rights violations exposed

Josh Bowes, an international geopolitical researcher, highlighted concerns over the human rights violations taking place in Pakistan and the ongoing crisis in Balochistan, at the 34th Meeting of the 60th session of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC).

2025-10-01T07:08:32.468492+00:00 IST

Pacific

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Quake jolts Indonesia's Ceram Sea

Jakarta [Indonesia], July 22 (ANI): An earthquake measuring 5.5 on Richter Scale jolted Indonesia's Ceram Sea on Monday, according to the US Geological Survey.

2019-07-22T10:58:56.153792+00:00 IST

5.5 magnitude earthquake strikes W Australia

Perth [Australia], July 15 : An earthquake measuring 5.5 on the Richter scale jolted Western Australia on Monday morning, according to the US Geological Survey.

2019-07-15T00:07:03.438775+00:00 IST

6.0 magnitude quake rattles Papua New Guinea

Port Moresby [Papua New Guinea], Jul 12 (ANI): An earthquake measuring 6.0 on the Richter Scale jolted the coast of Papua New Guinea on Thursday evening.

2019-07-12T00:14:07.154965+00:00 IST

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Indian envoy expresses optimism over PM Modi-Carney meeting

Speaking to ANI, Naik stated that PM Modi has been invited to G7 Summit by Mark Carney and noted that India will be participating in the G7 Summit as a guest country for the sixth time.

2025-06-16T03:24:38.583546+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 6.1 rocks Kuril Islands

As per the NCS, the earthquake occurred at a shallow depth of 10km, making it susceptible to aftershocks.

2025-06-13T20:40:07.961669+00:00 IST

G7 a turning point for India-Canada ties: Ujjal Dosanjh

Former Canadian minister Ujjal Dosanjh urged Canada to reset ties with India, stressing the importance of cooperation despite tensions over Khalistani extremism. He welcomed PM Modi's G7 invite and warned against political leniency toward separatists, calling for stronger action to protect democracy, trade, and public safety.

2025-06-12T06:05:56.740602+00:00 IST

Asia

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PM Modi to address AI Impact Summit 2026 tomorrow

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the opening ceremony of the India AI Impact Summit 2026 on Thursday at Bharat Mandapam in the national capital.

2026-02-18T17:05:24.110166+00:00 IST

Macron shares AI Image with PM Modi ahead of AI Impact Summit

French President Emmanuel Macron sparked buzz on social media today with a creative post featuring an AI-generated image alongside Prime Minister Narendra Modi, signalling excitement for the ongoing AI Impact Summit 2026.

2026-02-18T16:29:19.279373+00:00 IST

TECC Rep sees strong AI collaboration with India

Representative of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Centre in India, Mumin Chen, on Wednesday underscored the expanding opportunities for AI collaboration between Taiwan and India, citing robust Taiwanese investments in the semiconductor sector in the country as a key driver for future technological partnerships.

2026-02-18T16:28:24.319910+00:00 IST

Middle East

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Israel signs 10-year strategic space agreement with NASA

The signing took place as part of an official working visit to NASA headquarters in Washington, where the minister met with the top leadership of the American agency and discussed with them the promotion of launching the first Israeli woman into space, and joint projects on the moon and deep space, including: the Artemis joint flagship projects, the MARE experiment, the launch of the ULTRASAT satellite, experiments on the International Space Station, and collaborations in education.

2025-12-13T01:04:27.961637+00:00 IST

Social media trolls Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif for ‘gatecrashing’

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's attempt to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin backfired on Friday, as he ended up "gatecrashing" a meeting between Putin and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan.

2025-12-12T17:18:16.266181+00:00 IST

UAE strengthening economic ties with Senegal

During his visit, Al Zeyoudi also engaged with various government ministries to discuss collaborative efforts aimed at enhancing bilateral relations.

2025-12-11T17:54:53.652594+00:00 IST

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Iranian envoy to India slams US remarks on Iran protests

"We certainly regard such statements and positions--including expressions of support by certain US officials for protesters--as a clear interference in our country's internal affairs. Sectoral protests and economic demands are natural and common phenomena in all countries, and Iran is no exception. In the Islamic Republic of Iran, both the Leader of the Islamic Revolution and the President have explicitly stated that peaceful protest is a right of the people and must be heard and pursued through legal channels," Fathali said.

2026-01-07T08:09:47.822359+00:00 IST

Asia

“No country should take law into its own hands,”

Speaking to ANI, Kumar said, "Drug trafficking, terrorism, narco terrorism, international menace should be combated. But the way you do it - entering a country, picking up the leader of that country creates so many complications. It is question of international law, of UN Charter, of sovereignty, of territorial integrity and what kind of message you give to others...If you have power, you can do it, but that is not how you should do it."

2026-01-07T07:10:53.041368+00:00 IST

Europe

EAM thanks Luxembourg for being "advocate of deepening ties betwe

While delivering opening remarks at meeting with Deputy Prime Minister, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Luxembourg, Xavier Bettel, Jaishankar said that India stands at a crucial juncture with the European Union now.

2026-01-07T07:00:46.263880+00:00 IST

Asia

Indian Army working to restore critical road connectivity in Sri

According to an official statement, the Task Force has constructed Bailey bridges at kilometre 15 and kilometre 21 to help reconnect affected communities and reduce travel time. The Indian Army said the effort is aimed at restoring connectivity in areas impacted by the cyclone.

2026-01-07T06:48:40.594915+00:00 IST

Ready and willing to serve: Machado after Trump says she "doesn't

"Well, the people of Venezuela have already chosen. And and there's something that feel proud about is how Venewars have understand that this is a personal individual decision. It's not a matter only of leadership. It's a matter of a whole society need to do what it takes to take responsibility for our own future, Machado said."

2026-01-07T06:31:53.586559+00:00 IST

Asia

Bangladesh Hindu youth drowns after theft chase ends in tragedy

On suspicion of theft in Bangladesh, on Tuesday a Hindu youth was chased, and after he was forced into the water, he died.

2026-01-07T06:23:31.681770+00:00 IST

Tanker hanker: Russia sends submarine to escort tanker being purs

As per the WSJ report, Bella 1 has been trying to evade the US blockade of sanctioned oil tankers near Venezuela for over a fortnight.

2026-01-07T06:04:49.668763+00:00 IST

US Republicans say Iran protests are loosening regime's grip on n

Meanwhile, Iran's former Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi stressed that the Iranians are "more than ever" committed to bringing an end to Khamenei's regime, signalling this as an opportunity for Iran to free itself from a "tyrannical regime".

2026-01-07T05:03:43.641862+00:00 IST

Asia

Taiwan detects 11 sorties of PLA aircraft, 6 vessels, 1 official

Of the 11, nine sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern and southwestern ADIZ.

2026-01-07T04:50:11.871957+00:00 IST

"No external agents governing Venezuela": Delcy Rodríguez

"We are here governing alongside the people. The Government of Venezuela governs our country, no one else. There are no external agents governing Venezuela," Rodriguez said during the installation of the Agro-Food, Fishing, Communal and Industrial General Staff Commission. Her remarks were broadcast on the state-run channel Venezolana de Television (VTV), El cooperative reported.

2026-01-07T04:49:17.976451+00:00 IST

Europe

"People sitting far away say things oft without application of mi

Jaishankar, while interacting with members of Indian community in Luxembourg, said that countries that are miles away say that they get worried if there is tension, but refuse to look inwards, what risks lie in their own region.

2026-01-07T04:20:37.957107+00:00 IST

Trump highlights India-US defence cooperation

"India ordered Apache helicopters and didn't get them for 5 years. PM Modi came to me and said 'Sir can I please see you?' and I said yes," Trump said, while recalling his interaction with PM Modi.

2026-01-07T03:48:24.181005+00:00 IST

Ex Chilean Envoy to India condemns US Operation in Venezuela

Heine, while talking to ANI, said that the US had intervened in Latin America several times, but this has crossed a line.

2026-01-07T03:41:08.630036+00:00 IST

Asia

EAM Jaishankar expresses concern over developments in Venezuela

"Yes, we are concerned at developments in Venezuela. It is a country with which we have had very good relations. We would urge all parties to come to a position that is in the interest of the people," Jaishankar said.

2026-01-07T03:32:13.871576+00:00 IST