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India-Canada reaffirm objective to conclude CEPA talks in 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Canadian counterpart Mark Carney met on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Evian and took a stock of the progress made in ties since the visit of PM Carney to India in March this year.

2026-06-17T04:57:13.479177+00:00 IST

Italian Embassy to launch 'One Mother, Many Mother Tongues'

Co-curated by Professor at JNU Naman Ahuja and Italian Embassy Cultural Centre Director Andrea Anastasio, One Mother, Many Mother Tongues is the result of the close collaboration between the Italian Embassy Cultural Centre and the Ministry of Culture of India, a statement by the Embassy said.

2026-06-17T04:43:22.405699+00:00 IST

G7 Evian: Japan introduces ‘POWERR Asia’ initiative

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi introduced the 'POWERR Asia' framework to the leaders present at the G7 Summit and proposed strengthening global oil stockpiles in collaboration with the International Energy Agency.

2026-06-17T04:18:26.840601+00:00 IST

Taiwan detects 6 Chinese naval vessels around its territory

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) detected the presence of six Chinese naval vessels around its territorial waters as of 6am (local time) on Wednesday.

2026-06-17T03:51:56.415072+00:00 IST

Iran framework a ‘political document’': US officials

As Washington and Tehran inch closer to signing the peace agreement, American officials are working quickly to release the text of the agreement, which they have described as a "political document"--leaving space for highly technical in-person talks to come, CNN reported citing US officials.

2026-06-17T03:45:49.384607+00:00 IST

Iran now has powers to shut Strait of Hormuz at will: Report

Iran's ability to hurt the economy using the critical waterway can crop up again regardless of the framework agreement to be signed on Friday, the assessment revealed.

2026-06-17T03:43:21.750557+00:00 IST

Vance outlines three pillars of Iran peace framework

US Vice President JD Vance described that the peace agreement between Washington and Tehran stands centred on three key pillars-- preventing Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon, ensuring the Strait of Hormuz remains open and offering economic incentives to Iran if the country "transforms" itself.

2026-06-17T03:17:14.262013+00:00 IST

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UAE strongly condemns targeting of ADNOC national carrier

The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned and denounced the Iranian terrorist attack involving two drones that targeted a national carrier affiliated with ADNOC as it transited through the Strait of Hormuz, with no injuries reported.

2026-05-04T14:41:02.463576+00:00 IST

CENTCOM debunks claims of US naval ships being struck

After reports had emerged in Iranian state media that an American warship was struck with missiles, the US Central Command stated on Monday, debunking the claims.

2026-05-04T14:20:46.021413+00:00 IST

IRGC declares new maritime control zone in Strait of Hormuz

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has announced a new maritime control zone in the Strait of Hormuz, as per a report by Tasnim News Agency on Monday.

2026-05-04T11:54:14.296774+00:00 IST

Asia

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India condemns attack on UN peacekeepers in South Sudan

Furthermore, the Indian Mission called upon all stakeholders to ensure the safety of UN peacekeepers and urged complete compliance with the UNSC resolution regarding Accountability for Crimes against Peacekeepers while calling for a detailed probe and accountability in the matter.

2026-08-24T17:06:06.808444+00:00 IST

BJP chief Nitin Nabin meets Japan envoy Ono Keiichi

BJP National President Nitin Nabin on Monday held a meeting with the Japanese Ambassador to India, Ono Keiichi, in the national capital, with the two sides discussing the strong and growing India-Japan partnership, shared cultural connections and opportunities to further deepen bilateral cooperation.

2026-08-24T16:42:10.785757+00:00 IST

CoP 17: India calls for predictable global green finance

Addressing the Ministerial Dialogue on 'Innovative Financial Mechanisms for Healthy Land and Drought Resilience,' the Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav urged the international community to treat land restoration as a high-value investment rather than an expenditure. He outlined India's innovative blended green-finance framework.

2026-08-24T16:28:33.517200+00:00 IST

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PM Modi pays tribute at San Martin Memorial in Buenos Aires

The Monumento al General San Martin is an imposing equestrian monument honouring Jose de San Martin, the revered liberator of Argentina, Chile, and Peru. It stands as a symbol of Latin American independence and is a significant site of national pride in Argentina. PM Modi's visit to the memorial underscores India's respect for global freedom fighters and shared values of liberty and sovereignty.

2025-07-05T14:41:25.441629+00:00 IST

PM Modi's BRICS commitment has no words, says Bhatia

Prime Minister Modi's state visit to Brazil--his first in 57 years--focuses on strengthening India-Brazil ties, signing key MoUs, and advancing BRICS cooperation on global issues like trade, climate, and counter-terrorism, Ambassador Dinesh Bhatia told ANI. The visit includes strategic talks and India's continued push for global institutional reform.

2025-07-05T12:02:49.054535+00:00 IST

Synagogue door set ablaze, Israeli restaurant attacked

About 20 people were inside the synagogue in the downtown area of East Melbourne when a man poured flammable liquid on the front door of the synagogue on Albert Street before setting it on fire, Victoria state police said, as per CNN.

2025-07-05T07:34:12.205135+00:00 IST

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UKMTO reports IRGC gunboat attack on container ship near Oman

An IRGC gunboat fired upon a container ship 15 nautical miles northeast of Oman, causing heavy damage to the bridge. The UKMTO reported that all crew members are safe with no fires or environmental impact. Vessels in the region have been advised to report any suspicious activity.

2026-04-22T05:17:45.659665+00:00 IST

Defence Minister highlights his first visit in Germany in embassy

Addressing the gathering, Singh highlighted the significance of his visit, saying, "This marks my very first visit to Germany. I have visited the United States 7-8 times... In fact, since Trump assumed the presidency, I have visited the US twice."

2026-04-22T05:04:42.947536+00:00 IST

Pahalgam attack anniversary sees renewed allegations against Pak

The attack in the scenic tourist town of Pahalgam had shocked the region and drawn widespread condemnation, once again highlighting the persistent threat of terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir and its severe human cost.

2026-04-22T04:10:01.947282+00:00 IST

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US: Student protestors walk out during Stanford commencement

Anti-zionist student protestors staged a walkout during Stanford University's commencement speech which was being delivered by Google CEO and Stanford Alumna Sundar Pichai, Times of Israel reported on Monday.

2026-06-15T04:46:35.351396+00:00 IST

US: Deadly plane crash kills 12 in Missouri

According to the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), preliminary information indicated that the aircraft involved in the incident was a Pacific Aerospace P750, which crashed while departing Butler Memorial Airport at approximately 11:35 a.m. local time on June 14.

2026-06-15T03:05:08.614356+00:00 IST

Trump says US-Iran deal to bring security to West Asia

"This Great Deal will bring Peace and Security to the whole Region. Many presidents have tried to make Peace with Iran, and all have failed before me. The Leaders of the Region have, for the first time, found a President who can help them achieve real Peace," Trump wrote.

2026-06-15T00:06:26.317124+00:00 IST

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Europe

India-South Korea eye expanding ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met South Korean President Lee Jae-Myung on the sidelines of the G7 Summit on Tuesday. The leaders discussed deepening ties across trade, commerce and futuristic sectors.

2026-06-17T02:45:27.809229+00:00 IST

US Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) restores name to US Pacific

Originally established on January 1, 1947, by Former US President Harry S. Truman, the command operated under the USPACOM banner for over 70 years, standing as the oldest and largest of the United States' unified combatant commands.

2026-06-17T02:12:55.308083+00:00 IST

Europe

G7 leaders pledge stronger action against migrant smuggling

G7 leaders on Wednesday pledged stronger international action against migrant smuggling and human trafficking networks, reaffirming their commitment to dismantling organised criminal groups that profit from illegal migration and related cross-border crimes.

2026-06-17T01:47:56.018601+00:00 IST

Middle East

Strait of Hormuz belongs to Iran: First VP Mohammad Reza Aref

"The Strait of Hormuz belongs to Iran, and its management will remain Iran's responsibility," Aref said, according to remarks published by the presidential office and reported by Press TV.

2026-06-17T01:20:09.378582+00:00 IST

Europe

G7 leaders commit to joint action against drug trafficking

G7 leaders have committed to intensifying joint action against global drug trafficking networks, money laundering operations and transnational organised crime, unveiling a series of measures aimed at strengthening maritime security, disrupting criminal finances and preventing the infiltration of public and private institutions by criminal groups.

2026-06-17T01:01:08.605612+00:00 IST

Europe

G7 leaders back US-Iran deal, reaffirm support for Ukraine

Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) nations on Wednesday signed a joint declaration, welcoming the peace deal between the US and Iran, and reaffirming their support for Ukraine. The G7 nations called for greater cooperation on Indo-Pacific security, energy resilience and supply chain stability at the 52nd G7 Summit in France.

2026-06-17T00:38:10.150812+00:00 IST

Europe

PM Modi, Trump to discuss West Asia crisis, energy partnership, trade deal on sidelines of G7 Summit: Sources

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump are likely to discuss the situation in West Asia, the strategic Strait of Hormuz, energy imports from the United States and the proposed bilateral trade agreement during their meeting on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France, sources said.

2026-06-17T00:26:26.425432+00:00 IST

Europe

Robert Gafrik translates Sanskrit Upanishads into Slovak

"I have been interested in India, Indian languages, and literature since my university studies. The Upanishads are among the most important texts in Sanskrit literature. Since we did not have a Slovak translation of these texts, I decided to translate them because I felt that such an important work should also be available in the Slovak language," Gafrik said.

2026-06-16T23:35:20.683765+00:00 IST

Asia

India chairs 28th IORA CSO meeting in New Delhi

"India hosted the 28th Meeting of the Committee of Senior Officials (CSO) of @IORAofficial in New Delhi on 15-16 June 2026 under India's current Chairship of IORA. The meeting reviewed progress across IORA's institutional matters, priority areas and advanced discussions on the next IORA Action Plan (2028-2032), reinforcing cooperation for a peaceful, stable and prosperous Indian Ocean Region," the MEA said.

2026-06-16T23:13:52.006631+00:00 IST

Europe

PM Modi, Canadian PM Carney discuss energy, food security at G7

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Canadian counterpart Mark Carney reviewed progress in bilateral economic cooperation on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France, and highlighted the importance of resilient and reliable global energy and food security supply chains.

2026-06-16T22:07:03.682556+00:00 IST

Middle East

Iranian professor Kadkhodaee urges caution on US-Iran MoU

"Iranians are prepared for a diversity of scenarios that could happen. It's too early to be that optimistic about a potential deal that's going to solve the issues between Iran and the US," Kadkhodaee added.

2026-06-16T21:13:35.429081+00:00 IST

Europe

UK to allocate GBP 210 million to Ukraine's energy sector

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Tuesday (local time) welcomed the United Kingdom's (UK) decision to provide GBP 210 million in financing for Ukraine's nuclear energy sector and impose fresh sanctions on Russia.

2026-06-16T21:12:24.777752+00:00 IST

Europe

PM Modi meets UAE, Kenya, Japan, Egypt, South Korea leaders at G7

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a series of meetings with key world leaders, including the Presidents of the United Arab Emirates, Kenya, Egypt and South Korea, and the Prime Minister of Japan, on the sidelines of the 52nd G7 Summit in Evian, France, reaffirming India's commitment to strengthening strategic partnerships across regions.

2026-06-16T19:56:48.570178+00:00 IST

Europe

G7: PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Canadian PM Carney

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday (local time) held a bilateral meeting in Evian on the sidelines of the G7 Summit and discussed ways to strengthen ties in trade, energy, innovation, and education.

2026-06-16T19:27:39.404883+00:00 IST