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PM Modi departs Oman after final leg of three-nation tour

Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his Oman visit and departed for New Delhi after receiving the Order of Oman. During the visit, India and Oman signed the CEPA free trade agreement, held wide-ranging bilateral talks, and strengthened economic, strategic and people-to-people ties.

2025-12-18T12:53:44.140260+00:00 IST

China Eastern to launch daily Delhi–Shanghai flights from Jan 2

China Eastern Airlines will begin daily nonstop flights between Delhi and Shanghai from January 2 next year. The move is part of broader efforts to restore India-China air connectivity, with plans to resume the Kolkata-Kunming route and introduce a Mumbai-Shanghai service.

2025-12-18T12:50:31.285188+00:00 IST

Israeli authorities arrest suspects planning ISIS training abroad

Two residents of northern Israel were arrested for suspected involvement in the Islamic State terror group, the Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet) and Israel Police announced on Wednesday.

2025-12-18T12:45:47.903984+00:00 IST

China detains Tibetans over illegal gold mining protest in Kardze

Around 80 Tibetans were arrested in Kashi village after protesting illegal gold mining, with seven still missing, according to Phayul. Authorities reportedly carried out door-to-door arrests, imposed restrictions and allegedly mistreated detainees amid heightened surveillance and security measures.

2025-12-18T12:21:48.239342+00:00 IST

German parliament approves $3.1 billion expansion of missiles

The German Bundestag has approved an expansion of the deal to purchase Israel's Arrow 3 missile defence system, adding an estimated USD 3.1 billion to what is already the largest defence export agreement in Israel's history, Israel's Ministry of Defence announced n Wednesday.

2025-12-18T12:09:48.352119+00:00 IST

Israeli scientists discover tiny viral switch

A tiny viral switch discovered by Israeli and American scientists could open a new front in the fight against antibiotic-resistant infections, a global health threat projected to kill up to 10 million people annually by 2050.

2025-12-18T12:01:09.945670+00:00 IST

Rajnath Singh meets Netherlands’ Foreign Minister in New Delhi

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met with the Foreign Minister of the Netherlands, David Van Weel, in New Delhi on Thursday, reaffirming the strong and growing defence partnership between the two countries.

2025-12-18T11:59:46.583384+00:00 IST

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"Many of them are no good": Trump intends to pause asylum

"They are the people who shouldn't be in our country, including Somalians and plenty of others," Trump told reporters while referring to the Afghan national accused of shooting near White House.

2025-12-01T01:57:29.859641+00:00 IST

"US benefited immensely from talented Indians": Elon Musk

In an interview with Nikhil Kamath, Co-Founder of Zerodha, Musk discussed immigration policies and entrepreneurship.

2025-12-01T01:18:01.994909+00:00 IST

"Want to stop people getting killed," says Trump

"They [talks between US and Ukrainian officials] are going along well. We want to stop people from being killed. This doesn't have much to do with us, but I'd like to see we can save a lot of souls. Last month, we had 27,000 people killed in the ridiculous war that never should have happened," Trump said while talking to reporters onboard Air Force One.

2025-12-01T01:17:17.092134+00:00 IST

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Zelenskyy thanks PM Modi for Independence Day greetings

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked PM Narendra Modi for Independence Day greetings, appreciating India's support for peace and dialogue. He said India's role is crucial in ending the war with dignity and lasting peace, adding that stronger diplomacy ensures security in Europe, the Indo-Pacific, and beyond.

2025-08-25T21:20:36.350142+00:00 IST

Germany shocked by journalist, civilian deaths in Gaza airstrike

The German Foreign Office expressed shock over the killing of journalists, rescue workers, and civilians in an Israeli airstrike on Gaza's Nasser Hospital, saying the attack must be investigated.

2025-08-25T20:01:51.515746+00:00 IST

Russia: Three workers injured after scaffolding collapsed

Three workers were injured as a result of falling scaffolding at the construction site of a gas processing complex in the Leningrad region. This was announced on August 24 by the press service of the regional government in the Telegram channel.

2025-08-24T17:36:10.558808+00:00 IST

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INS Chennai, Kesari sail from Tanzania after AIKEYME exercise

Indian Naval Ships INS Chennai and INS Kesari sailed from Dar es Salaam after the successful completion of the maiden edition of the AIKEYME exercise. The ships departed on April 19, as announced by the Indian Navy in a statement.

2025-04-21T17:44:30.500793+00:00 IST

"Khalistanis vandalised temple in Canada's Surrey for third time"

Canadian journalist Daniel Bordman reported that Lakshmi Mandir in Surrey was vandalised for the third time, allegedly by Khalistanis, drawing concern from devotees and condemnation from MP Chandra Arya.

2025-04-21T03:34:28.966939+00:00 IST

Hindu temple “vandalised” for third time by Khalistanis

"I went to the Lakshmi Mandir in Surrey that was vandalized last night by Khalistanis. This is the 3rd time it has been vandalized. I spoke to management and the devotees and they do not feel like the police or the political establishment cares at all," Bordman wrote in his post.

2025-04-21T02:16:02.831439+00:00 IST

Asia

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Bangladesh polls termed “historic” by PAFFREL chief

Rohana Hettiarachchie, Executive Director of People's Action for Free and Fair Elections (PAFFREL), has described Bangladesh's recent national elections as "historic and landmark", while also calling for stronger inclusion and reconciliation efforts in the country's political landscape.

2026-02-15T06:22:22.191185+00:00 IST

"India has pivotal role in using AI to transform lives"

Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen says India has lead the way to show what is possible with the confluence of ambition and imagination.

2026-02-15T05:15:34.627164+00:00 IST

China shuns any nuclear commitments... for itself

Notably, Washington DC accused China of secretly conducting a "yield-producing nuclear test" in 2020. This is despite Beijing claiming a moratorium on such activities and being a signatory to the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty (CTBT), even though it never ratified it.

2026-02-15T04:57:11.844949+00:00 IST

Middle East

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UAE expresses solidarity with Vietnam; conveys condolences over

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims, and to the government and people of Vietnam over this tragedy.

2025-11-08T01:37:18.379124+00:00 IST

Istanbul prosecutor issues arrest warrants against Netanyahu

The prosecutor's office has reportedly claimed that Israel of "systematically targets civilians in the Gaza Strip" amid its war against Hamas, which started after the terrorist group's 7 October 2023 atrocities against Israeli civilians.

2025-11-08T01:34:10.071494+00:00 IST

UAE leaders congratulate King of Tonga on National Day

President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory message to His Majesty Tupou VI, King of Tonga, on the occasion of his country's National Day.

2025-11-07T17:42:23.804860+00:00 IST

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Israel kills terrorist who crossed yellow line

In Gaza, Israeli aircraft killed a terrorist who crossed the Yellow Line and approached them in a way that posed an immediate threat to soldiers, the Israel Defence Forces said on Thursday.

2025-12-18T11:54:15.109771+00:00 IST

Asia

India closes visa centres in Khulna, Rajshahi amid protests

India has shut down visa application centres in Khulna and Rajshahi in Bangladesh due to anti-India protests, an official of the High Commission of India in Dhaka said on Thursday.

2025-12-18T11:43:06.660338+00:00 IST

Asia

CDS General Dwivedi outlines ‘IKIGAI’ framework

Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi on Thursday addressed the 3rd Land Forces Summit hosted by the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF), where he outlined the 'IKIGAI' Framework as a roadmap for enhancing land power cooperation among Indo-Pacific nations.

2025-12-18T11:35:50.340505+00:00 IST

Middle East

PM Modi conferred with Order of Oman

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Thursday conferred with the Order of Oman, the Sultanate's highest civilian honour, by Sultan Haitham bin Tarik.

2025-12-18T11:30:58.775677+00:00 IST

Asia

Beijing sending Taiwan officials abroad to harass Taiwanese

China has assigned two to four individuals specialising in Taiwan issues to its embassies in various democratic nations to observe and intimidate Taiwanese, actions that the host countries are unlikely to accept, National Security Bureau (NSB) Director-General Tsai Ming-yen stated, as reported by Taipei Times.

2025-12-18T11:00:23.027045+00:00 IST

Asia

India inaugurates HICDP school project in Nepal’s Sankhuwasabha

The Embassy of India in Kathmandu on Thursday inaugurated a High Impact Community Development Project (HICDP) in the Sankhuwasabha district of Nepal's Koshi Province, marking another milestone in India-Nepal development cooperation.

2025-12-18T10:57:06.177478+00:00 IST

Asia

Pak: Punjab records just 1% conviction rate in child abuse cases

Despite alarming levels of child abuse in Pakistan, conviction rates remain extremely low, leaving victims without justice. Experts and rights bodies cite weak investigations, delayed legal processes and systemic failures, highlighting the urgent need for legal and institutional reforms to protect children.

2025-12-18T10:30:40.065533+00:00 IST

Asia

US nod for arms sale to Taiwan, China says stop “dangerous act"

The US has approved USD 11.1 billion in arms sales to Taiwan, one of Washington's largest-ever weapons packages for the self-ruled island. The US State Department announced the deal late on Wednesday (local US time) during a nationally televised address by President Donald Trump.

2025-12-18T09:22:42.963150+00:00 IST

Middle East

PM Modi received by Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was received by the Oman Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said at Al Baraka Palace on Thursday, where the two leaders held discussions.

2025-12-18T09:22:29.004699+00:00 IST

Asia

Pak: Army deployment, firing reported in Mir Ali

A fresh wave of violence has gripped the Mir Ali region of North Waziristan, triggering fear, injuries, and widespread disruption to civilian life, according to a post shared by PTM Holland on X.

2025-12-18T09:21:56.842928+00:00 IST

Asia

Nepal: KP Oli wins third consecutive term as party chairman

Former Prime Minister of Nepal, KP Sharma Oli won the third consecutive term as the party chairman through voting in the 11th general convention of the party.

2025-12-18T08:52:55.458264+00:00 IST

Middle East

Indian education in Oman completes 50 years: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday highlighted the growing role of education and space cooperation in deepening India-Oman relations, marking the 50th anniversary of Indian education in Oman as a "major milestone" in both countries' relations.

2025-12-18T08:52:20.235029+00:00 IST

Asia

Peshawar University protests over disappearances enter third day

A demonstration by students from various organisations at the University of Peshawar continued into its third day on Thursday, protesting the disappearance of two fellow students, as reported by Dawn.

2025-12-18T08:20:35.561607+00:00 IST

Asia

Netherlands Foreign Minister David van Weel arrives in India

David van Weel, Foreign Minister of the Netherlands, arrived in India on Thursday. He will have engagements in Delhi and Mumbai, aimed at strengthening the ties between the two countries.

2025-12-18T07:57:19.916032+00:00 IST