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Terrorist eliminated after attacking Israeli soldier

The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) reported that Tuesday evening a terrorist attempted to run over an IDF force operating in the area of the village Einabus in Samaria. The force responded by firing at him and eliminating the terrorist.

2025-12-31T01:13:33.476215+00:00 IST

After Trump, China claims it mediated India-Pakistan conflict

Speaking on Tuesday (local time) at the Symposium on the International Situation and China's Foreign Relations, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Beijing had played a mediating role in several global conflicts, including the India-Pakistan standoff.

2025-12-31T01:12:03.077242+00:00 IST

US conducts covert drone strike on Venezuela port in first such a

According to CNN, the strike was executed by the CIA and targeted a remote dock that US agencies believe was being used by the criminal gang Tren de Aragua to store drugs and transfer them onto boats for onward trafficking. No casualties were reported, as the site was reportedly empty at the time of the strike.

2025-12-31T00:26:57.886360+00:00 IST

Thieves drill into German bank vault, steal Euro 30 million in ov

According to investigators, the burglars entered the bank through an underground parking garage. From there, they drilled through a wall to gain access to the vault area. After breaking open thousands of safe-deposit lockers, the suspects escaped using the same route.

2025-12-31T00:21:07.517109+00:00 IST

Abdullah bin Zayed receives phone call from US Secretary of State

During the call, H.H. Sheikh Abdullah and the US Secretary of State reviewed a number of issues of shared interest, including the situation in the Gaza Strip and the latest developments in Yemen.

2025-12-30T23:14:14.981571+00:00 IST

Denmark delivers last letter as digital shift ends 400-year postal tradition

With this move, Denmark becomes the first country in the world to officially decide that physical letter delivery is no longer essential or economically sustainable in the digital age.

2025-12-30T22:47:52.903077+00:00 IST

“Utter stupidity”: Former envoy on Inqilab Moncho 4 pt agenda

Former Diplomat Anil Triguniyat on Tuesday expressed his views on the latest four-point demand issued by Bangladesh's Inqilab Moncho and Bangladesh envoy to India reaching Dhaka on urgent summons. He underlined the need for Bangladesh to deal with the internal issues instead of using India as a "punching bag".

2025-12-30T22:08:35.967205+00:00 IST

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US launches Operation Hawkeye in Syria post killing of 2 soldiers

Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth announced on Friday that the US commenced Operation Hawkeye Strike in Syria to eliminate ISIS fighters.

2025-12-19T23:39:38.792271+00:00 IST

President made it a priority to be a peacemaker: US State Secy

Rubio credited President Donald Trump for stopping the India-Pakistan conflict, a claim previously made by Trump.

2025-12-19T23:28:29.068106+00:00 IST

US Justice Dept misses deadline to release full Epstein files

The US Department of Justice has announced it won't meet the Friday deadline to release all Jeffrey Epstein-related documents, citing the need to protect victims' identities and sensitive information, Politico reported.

2025-12-19T22:37:15.990206+00:00 IST

Europe

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UK: King Charles sends Kadamb tree as present to PM Modi

The United Kingdom's King Charles sent on Wednesday to Prime Minister Narendra Modi a Kadamb tree on his birthday, inspired by the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative.

2025-09-17T13:59:54.997690+00:00 IST

US President, First Lady participate in Windsor Castle ceremony

Trump and King Charles proceeded with the Inspection of the Guard of Honor at Windsor Castle. The Royals, alongwith Trump and Melania, saluted as the Star-Spangled Banner was played at Windsor Castle.

2025-09-17T13:00:47.154639+00:00 IST

EU proposes new agenda to reinforce prosperity, security

The European Commission and the High Representative adopted a Joint Communication outlining a 'New Strategic EU-India Agenda' marking a significant milestone in EU-India relations.

2025-09-17T11:46:41.444893+00:00 IST

Pacific

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Panama to extradite ex-Mexican governor next week

Panama City [Panama], December 30 (ANI): Panama on Friday announced that they would extradite a former Mexican governor to Mexico on charges of corruption next week.

2017-12-30T01:09:50.944352+00:00 IST

Political uncertainty in Brazil ahead of 2018 polls

Brasilia [Brazil], December 30 (ANI): Brazil has plunged in a period of political uncertainty ahead of the general elections in October 2018, with no clear candidates on sight.

2017-12-29T23:25:17.961250+00:00 IST

Violent clashes in Peru after Fujimori's release

Lima [Peru], Dec 26 (ANI): The police authorities in Peru had a tough time dealing with protesters, who were demonstrating against the official pardon of former Peruvian president Alberto Fujimori.

2017-12-26T11:17:51.158955+00:00 IST

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All-party delegation led by Supriya Sule arrives in Ethiopia

The all-party delegation led by NCP-SCP MP Supriya Sule arrived at Bole International Airport in Ethiopia, where they were received and welcomed by the Ambassador of India to Ethiopia, Anil Kumar Rai.

2025-05-30T12:57:55.574633+00:00 IST

All-party delegation led by Baijayant Panda to visit Algeria

India sent a multi-party parliamentary delegation to Algeria from May 30 to June 2, 2025, to strengthen cooperation against terrorism, especially Pakistan-sponsored threats, following the April 22 Pahalgam attack. The delegation includes MPs and senior officials.

2025-05-30T09:07:58.393690+00:00 IST

Supriya Sule-led delegation departs South Africa for Ethiopia

After finishing their visit to South Africa, the all-party delegation led by Supriya Sule left for Ethiopia on Friday. The visit focused on strengthening ties and discussing key issues, including India's fight against terrorism.

2025-05-30T04:44:09.847691+00:00 IST

Asia

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"India to showcase startups creating solutions to global challeng

PM Modi said that India will showcase its solutions to combat global challenges.

2026-02-17T15:18:34.109606+00:00 IST

"Tremendous opportunity to have inclusive conversation about gove

Gill, while talking to ANI, said that this is also important as the UN organized a first ever international panel on AI.

2026-02-17T15:03:57.542387+00:00 IST

PM Modi invites Tarique Rahman to visit India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended a warm invitation to Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairman and newly appointed Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Tarique Rahman, to visit India at a mutually convenient time.

2026-02-17T15:03:05.940959+00:00 IST

Middle East

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Israel to double VAT exemption limit on personal imports

Israel's Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich expanded the exemption from VAT on personal imports to a value of up to USD 150, up from the current limit of USD 75.

2025-11-27T01:07:37.775526+00:00 IST

It takes twice as long as it should to build new factories

An in-depth study by the Ministry of Economy and Industry, conducted in collaboration with the Planning Administration, presented a comprehensive and sharp picture of one of the main barriers to establishing and expanding factories in Israel: long licensing procedures, repeated iterations, and multiple approving agencies that create a significant bottleneck for Israeli industry.

2025-11-27T00:55:30.016712+00:00 IST

India, UAE hold 6th Joint Committee meeting on Consular Affairs

India and the United Arab Emirates on Wednesday held the 6th Meeting of the Joint Committee on Consular Affairs (JCCA) in Abu Dhabi, during which both sides reviewed cooperation on consular services, visa facilitation, and mutual legal assistance, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a release.

2025-11-26T11:42:15.116834+00:00 IST

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Asia

"She didn't let the BNP collapse," Ex Indian Envoy to Bangladesh

Sikri lauded Zia's tenure as she did not let the BNP collapse.

2025-12-30T21:56:29.235313+00:00 IST

Asia

Khaleda Zia’s demise may create sympathy wave for son Tarique Rah

On the demise of Bangladesh's first woman Prime Minister, Khaleda Zia, Waiel Awwad said, "I think with the death of his (Tarique Rahman) mother today that have also would created a kind of a sympathy waves among the voters in Bangladesh and he is the front-runner candidate for taking up the Prime Minister's post because of his popularity, because of his self-exile for the last 17 years and I think the Bangladesh National Party is trying to isolate itself from the other small parties"

2025-12-30T21:52:37.762808+00:00 IST

Middle East

UAE announces termination of remaining counterterrorism personnel

In light of the recent developments in Yemen, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced on Tuesday that it is terminating the remaining counterterrorism personnel in Yemen in volition and in a manner that ensures the safety of its personnel and in coordination with the concerned partners.

2025-12-30T21:39:44.787224+00:00 IST

Asia

Bangladesh is a very important partner to India, says former dipl

Speaking to ANI after her demise in a video interview, he said, "She was the leader of a neighbouring country, and whatever might have been the problems between us in the past, and there have been difficult relations in the past, but Bangladesh is going through a different phase today. The world is going through a different phase today. And Bangladesh is a very important partner. We do not want Bangladesh to go completely onto the side of Pakistan, Turkey, China, etc. So, our relations under the current circumstances have to be managed well."

2025-12-30T21:18:15.144562+00:00 IST

Asia

“An era is over”: Ex envoy on Khaleda Zia demise

Former diplomat Anil Trigunayat on Tuesday, expressed condolences on the passing of former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia, calling it an end of an era. He spoke about how Bangladesh would now see an era of new leadership and it remains to be seen how things play out with the elections slated for February next year.

2025-12-30T19:56:44.494137+00:00 IST

Asia

"Interim govt looks the other way when Hindus are targeted," Ex H

Chakravarty said that this time some people are taking undue advantage of the situation.

2025-12-30T19:25:58.719766+00:00 IST

Asia

"End of an era in Bangladesh," Foreign Affairs expert says on Zia

Sachdev, while talking to ANI, said that her death was at a crucial juncture for Bangladesh as it stood at the threshold of elections.

2025-12-30T19:09:07.368248+00:00 IST

Asia

"Tarique Rahman will definitely ask for the extradition of Sheikh

Samad, while talking to ANI, said that Rahman will probably win February elections, and will have the trump card of extradition.

2025-12-30T17:59:34.654851+00:00 IST

Asia

Russia alleges Ukraine fired 91 missiles

Lavrov said that the attack does not propel Russia from withdrawing from truce talks.

2025-12-30T17:58:23.939674+00:00 IST

Asia

"Khaleda Zia a symbol of inclusiveness, democracy": Bangladesh Jo

Speaking to ANI, Rashid said that her son, Tarique Rahman, is expected to carry forward her legacy.

2025-12-30T17:17:23.891954+00:00 IST

Middle East

Israel sees 6.1% increase in Industrial Production

Israel's Central Bureau of Statistics released the data on industrial production of the manufacturing, mining and quarrying sectors: August-October 2025.

2025-12-30T17:04:29.360923+00:00 IST

Middle East

Israeli Agency refutes claims made by Doctors Without Borders

The Israeli agency COGAT (Coordination of Government Activities in the Territories: Judea and Samaria and towards the Gaza Strip) released a statement of clarification regarding the registration of international organizations that send aid to Gaza and their non-compliance with Israeli registration requirements, following allegations made by Doctors Without Borders (DWB)

2025-12-30T17:01:51.904984+00:00 IST

Asia

Earthquake of magnitude 4.3 strikes Indonesia

The earthquake occurred at a shallow depth of 10km, making it susceptible to aftershocks.

2025-12-30T16:36:22.011094+00:00 IST

Asia

"Whole nation remembers her with respect," Senior Expert says on

Shafqat Munir, Senior Fellow, Bangladesh Institute of Peace and Security Studies, said that Bangladesh's first woman Prime Minister, Khaleda Zia, was known for her steely, unwavering resolve and not bowing in the face of pressure.

2025-12-30T16:30:30.782317+00:00 IST