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PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with UAE President at G7 Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (local time) held a bilateral meeting with the UAE President, Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Evian, and discussed ways to strengthen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

2026-06-16T19:09:33.400294+00:00 IST

PM Modi raises sailors' safety at G7 summit with Trump present

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday raised concerns over the tragic deaths of Indian seafarers in a recent US military strike during his address to G7 leaders, including US President Donald Trump, who was seated beside him.

2026-06-16T18:49:50.298995+00:00 IST

PM Modi meets UK counterpart Starmer on sidelines of G7 Summit, says trade deal has opened many avenues of economic cooperation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France and said the trade deal between the two countries has opened many avenues of economic cooperation.

2026-06-16T18:22:18.050271+00:00 IST

PM Modi voices concern over maritime impact of Hormuz disruptions

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed concern over the impact of disruptions in maritime trade through the Strait of Hormuz on the global economy during the conflict in West Asia and said several Indian civilians lost their lives.

2026-06-16T18:13:21.832458+00:00 IST

If Zelenskyy is "ready to speak", he can come to Moscow: Kremlin

The Kremlin on Tuesday said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy could travel to Moscow for talks if he is prepared for "responsible and serious" discussions aimed at resolving the Ukraine conflict, while noting that no official communication channels currently exist between the two sides.

2026-06-16T17:31:06.544004+00:00 IST

Global South does not seek assistance but partnership: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that the Global South does not seek assistance from the international community but meaningful partnerships, asserting that developing nations want to emerge as active participants in global development rather than remain mere beneficiaries.

2026-06-16T17:26:01.973441+00:00 IST

PM Modi calls for welfare, happiness for all at G7 summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday invoked the principle of "Sarvajan Hitaya, Sarvajan Sukhaya" -- welfare and happiness for all -- as he called for trust-based international partnerships and inclusive global development amid growing geopolitical uncertainties and a declining global solidarity.

2026-06-16T17:24:34.803342+00:00 IST

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Iran reviewing US peace offer to end war

Iran is reviewing a US counter-proposal received via Pakistan to end the regional conflict, though officials cited difficulties due to "unreasonable" US demands.

2026-05-04T10:21:50.038439+00:00 IST

Israel Air Force strikes Hezbollah infra, claims

It said that forces of the 91st Division attacked the launch position from which the missile was fired.

2026-05-04T09:35:01.286963+00:00 IST

"US' decision-making space limited": says IRGC

The IRGC said that the US is losing its support with Russia, China and Europe.

2026-05-04T08:36:42.248970+00:00 IST

Asia

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Bangladesh signals interest in joining Mecca Defence Pact

Bangladesh on Monday expressed a keen interest in joining the newly established Mecca Defence Pact between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkiye, with State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humauin Kobir stating that Dhaka hopes to "respond positively" to entering the trilateral alliance.

2026-08-24T16:00:55.927879+00:00 IST

Malaysia announces temporary airspace closure, flight retimings

According to Malaysia Airlines, these closures will result in the retiming of selected Malaysia Airlines flights arriving at and departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminal 1.

2026-08-24T14:27:40.017010+00:00 IST

Five bodies reportedly recovered from parts of Balochistan

Five bodies have been recovered from different areas of Balochistan, including Mastung, Chaman and Sohbatpur, according to local officials and sources, as reported by The Balochistan Post.

2026-08-24T14:13:05.369910+00:00 IST

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India to train ‘pundits’ from Trinidad and Tobago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's historic visit to Trinidad and Tobago gave a fresh impetus to cultural cooperation. In a significant gesture, PM Modi announced for the training of a cohort of Pundits from Trinidad and Tobago and their participation in the 'Geeta Mahotsav' in India, the Joint Statement on the PM's visit noted.

2025-07-05T06:00:48.872887+00:00 IST

“PM Modi working very hard to revive greatness of Bharat”

Members of the Indian diaspora and several artists in Argentina welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi with warmth and enthusiasm during his visit to Buenos Aires, hailing his efforts to promote India's cultural and global stature.

2025-07-05T05:35:45.373697+00:00 IST

Argentina: PM Modi interacts with members of Indian diaspora

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Argentina on the third leg of his five-nation tour. Upon arrival, he was met by jubilant members of the Indian diaspora.

2025-07-05T03:39:29.753358+00:00 IST

Europe

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Violent brawl breaks out at German Gurdwara over management rows

A violent leadership dispute at a German gurdwara triggered a massive police response involving 100 officers and special units. The clash, involving knives and pepper spray, left several injured with head wounds. Authorities have launched an investigation into the conflict, which reportedly stems from internal disagreements over finances.

2026-04-21T04:00:36.291370+00:00 IST

Altaf skeptical of the resumption of US-Iran peace talks

Altaf Hussain, the founding leader and Supremo of the Muttahida Quami Movement (MQM), has expressed concern over escalating tensions between the United States and Iran, warning that ongoing developments have cast serious doubt over the continuation of diplomatic talks.

2026-04-20T19:22:43.450926+00:00 IST

WUC raises alarm over Uyghur repression in global advocacy push

The World Uyghur Congress weekly brief highlighted a series of international advocacy efforts and human rights concerns raised across Europe and beyond.

2026-04-20T12:54:07.005581+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

G7 Summit in France: Leaders call for united fight against cancer

At the G7 Summit, leaders and partner nations, including India, issued a joint declaration to accelerate the fight against cancer. The initiative focuses on deepening scientific cooperation, improving data sharing for juvenile cancers, targeting poor-prognosis varieties, and expanding access to high-quality care through advanced digital technologies.

2026-06-16T17:13:00.845654+00:00 IST

Europe

PM Modi-Prez Macron talks reinforce strategic partnership

Speaking to ANI on the sidelines of the G7 Leaders' Meeting in Évian-les-Bains, Confavreux said PM Modi's engagement with the French leadership started ahead of the summit with a day-long interaction with Macron aimed at strengthening the multidimensional India-France partnership.

2026-06-16T16:31:03.206086+00:00 IST

Europe

PM Modi emphasises importance of 'trust' in global partnerships

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday underscored the importance of "trust" in building international partnerships and reaffirmed India's commitment to advancing sustainable and inclusive global development during the Outreach Session of the 52nd G7 Summit in Evian, France.

2026-06-16T16:25:43.181694+00:00 IST

Europe

MQM founder Altaf Hussain slams Pakistan over atrocities in PoJK

MQM founder Altaf Hussain slammed Pakistan's military for suppressing people in PoJK and denying basic rights. Speaking in London, he alleged that peaceful protesters face bullets instead of justice, warning that labelling rights activists as "traitors" across Balochistan, Sindh, and Kashmir could lead to major political consequences.

2026-06-16T16:24:11.580303+00:00 IST

Europe

G7 calls for major reform to boost economic sovereignty

At the G7 Summit, leaders called for major reforms to international development, focusing on "mutually beneficial partnerships" that reduce aid dependency. Backed by Kenya and the Republic of Korea, the declaration emphasises mobilising private investment, restructuring debt in developing nations and strengthening economic sovereignty through existing financial institutions.

2026-06-16T16:12:57.748855+00:00 IST

Europe

PM Modi shares G7 photo with vision to "advance prosperity"

Prime Minister Narendra Modi joined global leaders for the G7 Summit group photograph in Évian-les-Bains, France, and reaffirmed commitment to global prosperity and sustainability. During the summit, he is set to hold key bilateral meetings, including with US President Donald Trump, while advancing India's international diplomatic engagements.

2026-06-16T16:11:19.083606+00:00 IST

Europe

G7, India urge global action on Ebola outbreak

G7 leaders and partner countries, Egypt, India, Kenya and the Republic of Korea, on Tuesday (local time) called for an urgent and coordinated international response to contain the re-emerging Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda, warning that the disease poses a serious global health security risk and requires immediate action to prevent further cross-border spread.

2026-06-16T16:10:09.871898+00:00 IST

Middle East

Iranian, Lebanese leaders call for preserving Beirut sovereignty

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf and Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri on Tuesday underscored the need to uphold Lebanon's sovereignty and ensure the implementation of commitments arising from the memorandum of understanding as part of the peace deal between Tehran and Washington aimed at ending hostilities in West Asia.

2026-06-16T15:59:29.280041+00:00 IST

Europe

UK PM Starmer announces July 22 as date of 2nd UK-EU Summit

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and European Council President Antonio Costa on Tuesday (local time) agreed to hold the second UK-EU Summit in Brussels on July 22, marking another step in the UK Labour Party's efforts to rebuild ties with the European Union (EU) nearly a decade after Brexit.

2026-06-16T14:52:14.586679+00:00 IST

Europe

US-Iran MoU signing set for June 19 in Switzerland

The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the US-Iran peace deal aimed at ending hostilities in West Asia is scheduled to take place on Friday, June 19, at Burgenstock in the Swiss canton of Nidwalden, the Swiss Foreign Ministry said on Tuesday.

2026-06-16T14:46:10.242459+00:00 IST

Europe

Donald Trump says he'll release text of Iran agreement soon

US President Donald Trump announced on the sidelines of the G7 summit that he will publicly release the text of a new Iran nuclear agreement within days. Trump committed to sending the electronic accord to Congress for review following legislative calls for official oversight and votes.

2026-06-16T14:18:43.867775+00:00 IST

Europe

PM Modi, Trump meet briefly at G7 Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump shared a brief interaction with each other following the traditional family photograph on the second day of the 52nd G7 Summit on Tuesday, ahead of the scheduled outreach session among the member and invited nations in Evian, France.

2026-06-16T13:41:39.581737+00:00 IST

Europe

Zelenskyy holds discussion with Merz on strengthening air defence

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Tuesday held a bilateral meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Evian, where Zelenskyy expressed gratitude to the German Chancellor for its support in protection from Russian "attacks".

2026-06-16T13:37:41.438557+00:00 IST

Europe

PM Modi joins world leaders for traditional G7 group photograph

Prime Minister Narendra Modi joined global leaders for the traditional G7 Summit group photograph in France, after a formal welcome by President Emmanuel Macron. At the summit, PM Modi will participate in key global working sessions and hold crucial bilateral talks, including an upcoming meeting with US President Donald Trump.

2026-06-16T13:35:34.733919+00:00 IST