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Possible Iran got help from some of its 'friends'”:Ex-US official

Iran may have received some assistance from its so-called "friends", including potentially the sharing of information amid the conflict in West Asia to counter Israel and the US, according to Former US Principal Deputy National Security Adviser Jon Finer.

2026-03-05T16:49:53.713844+00:00 IST

UAE banking sector resilient amid regional developments: ECB Guv

In a press statement, Khaled Mohamed Balama, Governor of the UAE's central bank, said banks, financial institutions, and insurance companies across the United Arab Emirates continue to operate normally and are providing services efficiently and without disruption nationwide.

2026-03-05T16:47:31.723443+00:00 IST

India welcomes conclusion of Nepal General Elections

In response to media queries following the conclusion of the Nepal General Election earlier today, Official Spokesperson in the Ministry of External Affairs Randhir Jaiswal said, "We welcome the successful conduct of elections and the exercise of their democratic mandate by the citizens of Nepal today, which has seen enthusiastic participation. We congratulate Prime Minister Sushila Karki, the Government and the people of Nepal as well as various stakeholders for successfully holding these polls, which took place against the backdrop of exceptional circumstances last year."

2026-03-05T16:39:07.388439+00:00 IST

India teaches Europe that passivity is not a strategy: Stubb

Finnish President Alexander Stubb, during his keynote address at the Raisina Dialogue 2026 on Thursday, highlighted India's rising global influence, calling it a model for strategic autonomy and proactive international engagement, stating that Europe has "been taught a lesson by India that passivity is not a strategy".

2026-03-05T16:04:42.605777+00:00 IST

IDF completes 12th wave of strikes in Tehran

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Thursday announced it had completed the 12th wave of strikes in Tehran, targeting key Iranian security and military infrastructure, including the headquarters of a special unit in Alborz province responsible for all internal security forces, as well as facilities linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and the Basij paramilitary force.

2026-03-05T15:20:31.873717+00:00 IST

Larijani slams Trump over Minab schoolgirls’ deaths

Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Ali Larijani, on Thursday, issued a blistering rebuke of US President Donald Trump following the deadly strike on a school for girls in Minab, southern Iran, sharply criticising America's "peace through strength" doctrine and directly challenging the US narrative on freedom in Iran.

2026-03-05T15:18:42.462730+00:00 IST

India, Finland sign 11 major outcomes

India and Finland on Thursday marked a major milestone in their bilateral ties by elevating relations to a "Strategic Partnership in Digitalisation and Sustainability", with both countries agreeing on a series of initiatives covering trade, technology, mobility, sustainability, and innovation.

2026-03-05T15:17:47.376306+00:00 IST

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“Will have complete control of Iranian skies," US Secy War says

US Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth on Wednesday announced that in a few days the US and Israel will have complete control over Iranian skies.

2026-03-04T15:27:11.228096+00:00 IST

Iran reaches out to US in clandestine tryst for peace talks

A crackling uncertainty envelops the air as it remains unknown if US President Donald Trump and Iran will consider the offer, as per New York Times.

2026-03-04T13:50:58.168372+00:00 IST

Pahlavi calls diaspora to back regime collapse

Exiled crown prince of Iran Reza Pahlavi on Wednesday called on Iranians living abroad to contact their elected representatives and decision-makers to press for sustained international support until what he described as the "collapse" of the Islamic Republic in Iran days after the death of the country's Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as the conflict in West Asia escalates.

2026-03-04T10:52:45.904407+00:00 IST

Europe

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Maritime Labour Convention at 20: ILO, IMO reaffirm commitment

The International Labour Organisation (ILO) and the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) marked the 20th anniversary of the adoption of the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC, 2006), a landmark treaty that has reshaped working and living conditions for seafarers worldwide and strengthened fair competition in global shipping.

2026-02-23T17:43:49.372813+00:00 IST

Zelenskyy says Putin has “already started” World War III

With nearly four years passed since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday stated that he believes Russian President Vladimir Putin "has already started" World War III following Moscow's invasion, stressing that Kyiv is acting as a frontline to prevent the conflict from escalating globally.

2026-02-23T07:52:34.105191+00:00 IST

“A deal is a deal”: EU demands US to honour its trade commitments

The European Union has demanded that Washington honour its trade commitment and provide "full clarity" after the US President announced 15 per cent global tariffs following the Supreme Court's ruling to invalidate his previous tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).

2026-02-22T23:07:31.784715+00:00 IST

Pacific

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Joint letter urges to condemn persecution of Falun Gong in China

The letter, signed by 25 influential signatories, marks the 25th anniversary of the Chinese Communist Party's campaign against Falun Gong, which began on July 20, 1999.

2024-06-19T12:08:53.240429+00:00 IST

Chinese Premier, Australian PM hold talks in Canberra

Calling his talks with Albanese "candid, in-depth and fruitful," Li said they also exchanged views on some differences and disagreements and agreed to manage them properly.

2024-06-17T05:50:49.094513+00:00 IST

China to gift new giant pandas to Australia

The pandas will be sent to Southern Australia's zoo once the current pair, Wang Wang and Fu Ni, return to China later this year, as reported by Chinese state media.

2024-06-16T11:26:05.321314+00:00 IST

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Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid visits Quoz Arts Fest in Dubai

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, visited Quoz Arts Fest, marking a significant moment in the festival's 14th edition and underscoring its continued role as a key platform for contemporary culture, creativity, and community engagement in the UAE.

2026-01-24T21:32:46.687164+00:00 IST

EU Council President Costa to visit India on Republic Day ahead o

On the occasion of India's Republic Day and the 16th EU-India Summit, European Council President Antonio Luis Santos da Costa will be visiting New Delhi in order to enhance strategic and economic relationships between the two regions.

2026-01-24T19:01:09.373188+00:00 IST

PMs of Denmark, Greenland meet in Nuuk to show "support"

Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen met with Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen in Nuuk on Friday (local time), just two days after US President Donald Trump backed away from his threats of a US takeover of the Danish autonomous territory, CNN reported.

2026-01-23T20:52:05.547337+00:00 IST

Asia

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CBSE postpones Class XII board exams in Middle East

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Monday postponed Class XII board examinations scheduled in several Middle Eastern countries amid the prevailing regional situation and concerns over students' well-being.

2026-03-09T15:43:22.258393+00:00 IST

'New Supreme Leader chosen on will of Iranian nation'

The new leader of Islamic Republic of Iran has been chosen based on the will of the Iranian nation, not the will of the US government, Iran's Ambassador to India, Mohammad Fathali, has said and noted that the selection of Ayatollah Seyed Mojtaba Khamenei as the new Supreme Leader of the country was carried out according to the mechanisms provided in the Constitution of country, demonstrating that legal structures continue to function effectively "even in difficult conditions."

2026-03-09T15:26:03.497122+00:00 IST

"Our forces continue to defend the countr”: Iran’s Ambassador

In an exclusive interview with ANI, Mohammad Fathali also said that the new leader of Islamic Republic of Iran has been chosen based on the will of the Iranian nation, not the will of the US government

2026-03-09T15:01:41.742309+00:00 IST

Middle East

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"Majority consensus reached over Khamenei's successor": Iran's news agency reports

Iran's Assembly of Experts has reached a majority consensus on a successor to the late Ayatollah Khamenei, though wartime "obstacles" remain. While a leadership council currently governs, officials denied reports that Mojtaba Khamenei was selected. A three-day funeral ceremony for the 86-year-old leader begins tonight in Tehran.

2026-03-08T07:14:21.863222+00:00 IST

UAE intercepts "incoming missiles and drones from Iran"

UAE air defences are currently intercepting Iranian missiles and drones. Amidst the strikes, President Mohamed bin Zayed visited injured civilians, including an Indian national, vowing to protect all residents. The escalation follows retaliatory Iranian attacks on US allies after the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei.

2026-03-08T06:20:28.445239+00:00 IST

"Complete control over Tehran's skies": Netanyahu hails success

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu announced that US-Israeli forces achieved "total dominance" over Iranian airspace during "Operation Rising Lion." He confirmed the elimination of Ayatollah Khamenei and hundreds of missile launchers, framing the offensive as a mission to neutralise Iran's nuclear threat and "change the face of the Middle East."

2026-03-08T05:54:14.095700+00:00 IST

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Asia

Jaishankar highlights capabilities, AI, global order at Raisina

Addressing Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who was present in the audience, Jaishankar said the Prime Minister's presence at the forum continues to serve as an inspiration. "Events of the last year, including ongoing developments, only validate your belief that Indians must continue to develop a sharp global awareness -- both of the world and of an equally relevant India. And we must constantly update both," he said.

2026-03-05T14:05:54.404314+00:00 IST

Asia

Finnish President warns of power vacuums that fuel rogue powers

Finnish President Alexander Stubb on Thursday issued a stark warning about the fragility of the current global order, stressing that breakdowns in international institutions and norms risk creating power vacuums that will be filled by "raw power, rogue behaviour, and predatory hegemons".

2026-03-05T13:58:46.846710+00:00 IST

Asia

China moves to sideline minority languages with sweeping Mandarin

China is preparing to introduce a major legal overhaul that could dramatically reshape language use across the country, prioritising Mandarin Chinese in education and public life while sharply limiting the role of minority languages.

2026-03-05T13:38:25.596162+00:00 IST

Asia

PM Modi, Finnish President Stubb inaugurate 11th Raisina Dialogue

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday inaugurated the 11th edition of the Raisina Dialogue, India's flagship conference on geopolitics and geo-economics, along with Finnish President Alexander Stubb, who is also the Chief Guest for the three-day event.

2026-03-05T13:32:44.831928+00:00 IST

Asia

India signs condolence book over Khamenei's death

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Thursday signed the condolence book at the Embassy of Iran in New Delhi on behalf of the Government of India, expressing sympathy following the death of the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

2026-03-05T13:17:59.561368+00:00 IST

Middle East

Qatar says missile attack underway, air defenses intercepting

Qatar's Ministry of Defence on Thursday said the country had been subjected to a missile attack and that its air defence systems were actively intercepting the incoming missiles.

2026-03-05T12:44:54.866746+00:00 IST

Asia

Balochistan sees new wave of alleged enforced disappearances

Reports from various parts of Balochistan indicate that at least six people have allegedly been forcibly disappeared in recent security operations, while the body of a man who had been missing for weeks was discovered in Awaran district.

2026-03-05T12:27:28.027024+00:00 IST

Asia

Ballots sealed as voting ends in Nepal polls

Polling officials completed the process of sealing ballot boxes at the station following the end of voting hours, marking the conclusion of the electoral process.

2026-03-05T12:15:36.268657+00:00 IST

Europe

Russia vows to make US-Israel ops on Iran ‘impossible’

During his remarks at the ambassadors' round-table amid the ongoing crisis, Lavrov said Russia would continue engaging in dialogue with regional countries as well as with the international community, including members of the United Nations Security Council and the United Nations General Assembly, to prevent further military escalation.

2026-03-05T12:05:56.355735+00:00 IST

Middle East

EAM Jaishankar dials Iranian counterpart Araghchi

The call between the two ministers comes amid rising tensions in West Asia, particularly following a US-Israel military offensive against Iran.

2026-03-05T12:04:19.054401+00:00 IST

Asia

Former US NSA official Finer on China's possible support to Iran

In an interview with ANI, Finer said China's diplomatic response so far has largely focused on condemning US actions and calling for de-escalation while offering rhetorical support to Iran.

2026-03-05T11:51:04.268446+00:00 IST

Middle East

New nuclear powers may emerge in 5-10 yrs: Ex-US NSA Official

Jon Finer, former Principal Deputy National Security Adviser of the United States, has warned that the global nuclear landscape could change significantly in the coming decade, with the possible emergence of new nuclear-armed states.

2026-03-05T11:43:38.855123+00:00 IST

Asia

"US win is going to be pretty elusive": Jon Finer on Iran

Former US Principal Deputy National Security Adviser Jon Finer believes achieving a clear victory for the United States in the ongoing conflict involving Iran will be difficult, noting that the situation has already advanced to a stage where outcomes are increasingly uncertain.

2026-03-05T11:40:14.184160+00:00 IST

Asia

"China to send special envoy for mediation," says FM Spokesperson amid West Asia conflict

Speaking at a press briefing, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said that the country believes that dialogue and negotiation are the only viable solutions to resolving disputes and that the continued escalation of the conflict serves no one's interests.

2026-03-05T11:38:28.592611+00:00 IST