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India, Brunei hold inaugural meeting to boost defence cooperation

India and Brunei held the inaugural meeting of their Joint Working Group on Defence Cooperation in New Delhi, discussing military exchanges, maritime security, HADR, capacity building and industry collaboration. Both sides signed the ToR and agreed to deepen defence ties and pursue a structured roadmap under the JWG framework.

2025-12-10T01:04:25.437939+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 4.3 strikes Afghanistan

A magnitude 4.3 earthquake struck Afghanistan early Wednesday, the National Center for Seismology reported. The quake occurred at a depth of 150 km, with coordinates 36.39°N and 70.88°E, according to details posted by the agency on X.

2025-12-10T01:02:24.072856+00:00 IST

Italy's Deputy PM Antonio Tajani arrives in New Delhi for second India visit of 2025

Italy's Deputy PM Antonio Tajani arrived in New Delhi for his second visit to India this year. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal welcomed him on X, noting that Tajani's engagements in Delhi and Mumbai are expected to further strengthen the India-Italy strategic partnership.

2025-12-09T23:35:18.661897+00:00 IST

Netanyahu says only his Oct 7 review can “reach the truth”

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu rejected calls for a state commission to investigate the October 7 failures, insisting a broader national review is the only way to gain public acceptance. He acknowledged "a huge failure" but said his government's approach would ensure a comprehensive and credible examination.

2025-12-09T23:17:12.901639+00:00 IST

Saudi Foreign Minister, US Secretary Rubio hold talks

Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud spoke with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to review key regional and international developments. Both leaders discussed ongoing geopolitical issues and the joint efforts their countries are taking in response, according to a statement shared by the Saudi Foreign Ministry.

2025-12-09T23:16:19.371947+00:00 IST

US revokes 85,000 visas as Trump administration tightens rules

The US State Department said 85,000 visas have been revoked since January, signalling the Trump administration's strengthened immigration enforcement. In a post on X, it said President Trump and Secretary Rubio "won't stop anytime soon," framing the visa actions as part of efforts to enhance national security.

2025-12-09T22:18:21.329107+00:00 IST

Trump warns Supreme Court tariff ruling may hurt US security

Trump warned that a Supreme Court ruling curbing his tariff powers would endanger US national security, even as legal challenges mount and businesses push back against his tariff policies. His comments come amid economic pressure and ongoing scrutiny of the administration's trade approach.

2025-12-09T21:17:13.642263+00:00 IST

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CNS Dinesh Tripathi meets top brass of US Navy

Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, during his visit to the United States interacted with several officials from the US Navy and held discussions aimed at strengthening maritime cooperation, enhancing defence industry collaboration, understanding of emerging challenges, information sharing, maritime domain awareness, intelligence, and opportunities towards expanding avenues for joint innovation, technology transfer, training, and interoperability, the Indian Navy Spokesperson said on Wednesday.

2025-11-19T15:24:14.901344+00:00 IST

Trump, MBS announce major strategic deals

The White House confirmed approval of a major defence package that includes future deliveries of F-35 fighter jets and the Saudi purchase of nearly 300 US-made tanks.

2025-11-19T09:50:07.946800+00:00 IST

China ran disinformation campaign to hinder Rafale sales to India

A new US assessment on Wednesday claimed that China 'initiated a disinformation campaign' after the May India-Pakistan conflict to hinder sales of French Rafale aircraft in favour of its own J-35s, using 'fake social media accounts.

2025-11-19T09:06:37.681582+00:00 IST

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466 arrested in London protest backing Palestine Action

London police arrested 466 people at a protest supporting Palestine Action, a group recently banned as a "terror organisation." Critics, including Amnesty International and an MP, condemned the arrests as an attack on free speech. The ban followed the group's damaging of military aircraft linked to Israel's Gaza operations.

2025-08-10T03:00:09.422539+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 6.1 strikes Kuril Islands

An earthquake of magnitude 6.1 struck the Kuril Islands on Saturday evening, as reported by the National Centre for Seismology (NCS).

2025-08-09T16:37:18.823547+00:00 IST

Zelenskyy speaks to UK PM Starmer on "lasting peace for Ukraine"

"I spoke with UK Prime Minister @Keir_Starmer. I am grateful for the support. We share the same view on the need for a truly lasting peace for Ukraine and on the danger of Russia's plan to reduce everything to discussing the impossible," Zelenskyy said.

2025-08-09T14:59:34.090743+00:00 IST

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Suresh K Reddy appointed as next Ambassador of India to Egypt

Suresh K Reddy has been appointed as India's next Ambassador to Egypt, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Monday.

2025-02-18T05:52:03.849218+00:00 IST

South Africa: World’s first openly gay Imam shot dead

Muhsin Hendricks, hailed as the world's first Imam to say that he was gay, was shot dead in South Africa on Saturday, according to local police as reported by CNN.

2025-02-18T03:22:51.068443+00:00 IST

18 injured in Delta Airlines crash at Toronto Pearson airport

At least 18 passengers were injured and transported to hospitals after a Delta Airlines aircraft crashed while attempting to land at Toronto Pearson International Airport on Monday, ending up upside down on the snowy ground, CNN reported.

2025-02-18T00:34:13.331952+00:00 IST

Asia

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India reviewing US invitation to join Board of Peace: MEA

Addressing the weekly media brief, the MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that New Delhi has received a formal communication from Washington regarding participation in the Board and is currently examining the proposal.

2026-02-12T17:42:36.428066+00:00 IST

Imran Khan’s son slams Pakistan govt over ex-PM’s health

The son of former Pakistani Prime Minister and founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Imran Khan, Kasim Khan, on Thursday accused the Pakistan government and military leadership of responsibility for his father's deteriorating health, following reports noting that the ex-PM has lost most of the vision in his right eye due to prolonged solitary confinement and medical neglect.

2026-02-12T17:37:03.801039+00:00 IST

Awami League leadership rejects Bangladesh national polls

The Awami League on Thursday rejected Bangladesh's 13th National Parliamentary Election, terming it "illegal" and one-sided, accusing the current interim government under the Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus of being "unconstitutional".

2026-02-12T17:24:47.393470+00:00 IST

Middle East

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Israel strikes Hezbollah terrorist weapons warehouse in south Leb

The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) reported that Thursday night an Israel Air Force fighter jet attacked a Hezbollah weapons warehouse in the Nabatieh region in South Lebanon, which was used by the terrorist organization to promote and carry out terrorist plots against the State of Israel.

2025-10-24T17:52:16.354301+00:00 IST

Hamas can’t govern Gaza, UNRWA a ‘subsidiary’ of it: Rubio

"UNRWA is not going to play any role in it. The UN we can; we're seeing the work they're doing. The World Food Programme. ..We're willing to work with them if they can make it work, but not UNRWA. UNRWA became a subsidiary of Hamas," the US State Secretary said.

2025-10-24T17:50:27.734540+00:00 IST

Abu Dhabi launches pioneering regulatory framework for novel food

The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA), Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council (QCC), and Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), have announced the launch of a strategic initiative to develop a regulatory framework for novel foods, reflecting Abu Dhabi's commitment to leading food innovation and advancing sustainable food security across the UAE.

2025-10-24T17:47:36.087773+00:00 IST

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Asia

“You have made it possible,” says Hean on India’s reforms

Teo Chee Hean, Chairman of Temasek and Senior Advisor to the Singapore Prime Minister, praised India's reforms, noting simplified GST and the consolidation of 29 labour laws into four codes. He said these changes improved ease of doing business and achieved what many once thought impossible.

2025-12-09T21:16:44.990383+00:00 IST

India–US hold talks to boost defence, tech and trade ties

US Under Secretary Allison Hooker met Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri to advance the vision set by President Trump and PM Modi, reviewing strategic cooperation in defence, technology, energy and supply chains. Both sides affirmed progress in the partnership and agreed to deepen collaboration across key sectors.

2025-12-09T20:26:44.304854+00:00 IST

Asia

Imran Khan "kept in illegal isolation", says sister Aleema as PTI stages protest outside Adiala Jail

Imran Khan's sisters and PTI leaders protested outside Adiala Jail, alleging he is being tortured and kept in isolation. A rare visit revealed claims of "psychological" and "mental torture," prompting strong reactions from Pakistan's army and government, which later banned further meetings over alleged rule violations.

2025-12-09T19:40:35.074178+00:00 IST

Asia

Microsoft’s USD 17.5 billion push to accelerate India’s AI growth

Microsoft announced a USD 17.5 billion investment in India to expand AI and cloud infrastructure, boost workforce skilling, and support national platforms. The move, following Satya Nadella's meeting with Prime Minister Modi, includes new data centers, AI tools for public services, and large-scale training initiatives.

2025-12-09T19:39:21.394621+00:00 IST

Asia

PM Modi congratulates Andrej Babiš on return as Czech PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Andrej Babis on becoming Czechia's new prime minister. Babis returns to power with a majority coalition, plans assertive governance, and faces pending fraud charges. His government is expected to shift Czechia's foreign policy closer to Hungary and Slovakia.

2025-12-09T18:42:33.435235+00:00 IST

Middle East

Israel braces for winter storm Byron

Israel is bracing for Storm Byron, which is expected to bring heavy rainfall, strong winds, and widespread flooding over the coming days. Some areas could see up to 200 millimetres of rain, particularly along the northern coast and in the lowlands, prompting authorities to issue flood warnings and prepare emergency services for a severe weather event.

2025-12-09T18:13:37.634832+00:00 IST

Middle East

Israel: Criminal ‘hit’ thwarted, four arrested

The Israel Police said its coastal police officers raided an Arab "crime cell," thwarting a planned criminally motivated assassination just in the nick of time.

2025-12-09T17:59:29.247105+00:00 IST

Middle East

Total imports to Israel were 8.2 billion USD in November

The Israel Tax Authority reported that the total value of all imports in November 2025 amounted to USD 8.2 billion, an increase of 1.3 per cent compared to the value of imports in November 2024.

2025-12-09T17:17:28.029124+00:00 IST

Asia

Bangladesh to buy Eurofighter Typhoon from Italy

Bangladesh will procure Eurofighter Typhoons from Italy, the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement on Tuesday.

2025-12-09T17:16:20.932418+00:00 IST

Asia

Imran Khan’s sisters stage protest outside Adiala Jail

The sisters of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan held a protest outside Adiala Jail on Tuesday, voicing strong concerns over his health and safety in custody.

2025-12-09T15:45:30.755026+00:00 IST

Asia

China gets all riled up over Japan

It seems Japan can do nothing but annoy China at the moment. Whatever the field - whether it is diplomatic, cultural, trade or military - Beijing is finding something to criticise or complain about in connection to Japan.

2025-12-09T13:40:11.016249+00:00 IST

Asia

India, Nepal DGMOs validate joint counter-terrorism drill

The Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) of the Indian Army and the Nepal Army jointly observed a two-day Battalion-level Validation Exercise in Pithoragarh, conducted as part of Exercise SURYAKIRAN-XIX.

2025-12-09T13:20:26.945349+00:00 IST

Asia

Jakarta becomes the world’s largest urban area

Jakarta has officially emerged as the world's largest urban area in 2025, a development that comes as Indonesia secures full membership in BRICS, signalling a significant realignment in the global economic landscape.

2025-12-09T12:44:39.378263+00:00 IST

Asia

India, Bangladesh repatriate fishermen in coordinated exchange

India and Bangladesh completed a coordinated humanitarian exchange of fishermen on Tuesday, with both sides repatriating those who had inadvertently crossed the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) while fishing.

2025-12-09T12:01:17.283954+00:00 IST