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PM Modi begins Europe tour: Macron talks and G7 in focus

PM Narendra Modi has arrived in France, beginning a two-nation European tour. His schedule includes bilateral talks with President Emmanuel Macron, launching Bharat Innovates 2026, and attending the G7 Summit to represent the Global South. PM Modi will also make a historic maiden visit to Slovakia to boost India-EU ties.

2026-06-14T02:25:34.653918+00:00 IST

Nepal streets turn rainbow in genesis of ministry, now eye trans

The annual pride parade, first since the formation of the new government under Balendra Shah after the Gen-Z protest, celebrated the formation of the Ministry of Women, Children, Gender and Sexual Minorities and Social Security. It is the first time that Nepal has formed a department exclusively for sexual and gender minorities.

2026-06-14T01:35:16.252435+00:00 IST

“You’re getting discombobulated”: Trump shares AI-style military

US President Donald Trump shared an AI-generated, military-themed image of himself on his platform Truth Social, featuring a stylised portrayal with warships and fighter jets in the background.

2026-06-14T01:21:36.500580+00:00 IST

"Iran will open Strait of Hormuz sans tolls," say US officials

The officials told ANI that Iran must open the Strait of Hormuz sans any tolls. The officials said, "The President has been clear, and you saw comments today from the Prime Minister of Pakistan that we think we have a deal, it's a great deal and a very strong deal... There is a lot that the G7 countries have said that they can do once that deal goes forward."

2026-06-14T00:43:27.159756+00:00 IST

PM Modi to inaugurate 'Bharat Innovates 2026' tech initiative

Bharat innovates, in its statement quoted French President Emmanuel Macron as saying, "The question is no longer if India innovates, but who will innovate with India."

2026-06-14T00:40:59.870774+00:00 IST

UAE, Mozambique Presidents discuss strengthening cooperation

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Saturday received a phone call from Daniel Chapo, President of the Republic of Mozambique.

2026-06-14T00:35:39.393694+00:00 IST

Tajikistan: MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh participates in yoga session

External Affairs Minister of State (MoS) Kirti Vardhan Singh on Saturday participated in a yoga session in Dushanbe.

2026-06-14T00:06:44.800826+00:00 IST

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US shifted from 'managing world's energy' to 'disruption': IRGC

The IRGC said that the disruption project was launched by the US to contain China, Russia and Europe.

2026-04-30T05:14:19.897355+00:00 IST

Tehran unlikely to concede ground on Strait of Hormuz

The analysis says that Iran appears unwilling to concede control over the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's nuclear program.

2026-04-30T02:58:51.833158+00:00 IST

Indian carriers plan to resume operations to Qatar from May 1

"Indian carriers plan to resume operations at Hamad International Airport, Doha, as flight operations continue to expand. Air India, Air India Express and Indigo plan to resume their flight services between Doha and various destinations in India starting 1 May 2026," posted Embassy of India Doha, Qatar on X.

2026-04-29T22:51:48.502835+00:00 IST

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Four of Hindu family found dead in Bangladesh’s Rangpur

A retired Hindu schoolteacher, his wife, daughter, and 12-year-old son were found dead inside their locked home in Rangpur, Bangladesh, on Saturday night. Police, the CID, and the Detective Branch have launched an investigation into the suspicious deaths, but no motive or suspects have been established yet.

2026-08-23T07:31:10.494389+00:00 IST

Power riots erupt in Pakistan’s Karachi over blackouts

Widespread power riots erupted across Karachi as residents protested prolonged, unannounced electricity outages and resulting water shortages. Demonstrators burned tyres and blocked major roads, leaving thousands stranded for hours. K-Electric blamed the blackouts on rampant electricity theft and over PKR 3 billion in unpaid dues.

2026-08-23T06:36:58.744351+00:00 IST

Taiwan detects heightened Chinese military activity...

"7 PLAN vessels and 7 official ships operating around #Taiwan detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. #ROCArmedForces have monitored the situation and responded. No flight path illustration is provided, as we did not detect #PLA aircraft operating around Taiwan during this timeframe," the Ministry of National Defence (MND) posted on X.

2026-08-23T05:06:26.810643+00:00 IST

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India-Ghana see immense scope in area of critical energy: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (local time) held bilateral meeting with Ghanaian President John Mahama, during which they elevated their ties to a Comprehensive Partnership with Indian PM emphasising on "immense scope" in areas of critical minerals, defence, maritime security and energy.

2025-07-02T23:21:27.384516+00:00 IST

“Matter of immense pride”:PM Modi conferred with Ghana’s highest

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with 'The Officer of the Order of the Star of Ghana,' their highest state honour, by President John Mahama on Wednesday (local time)

2025-07-02T21:19:43.592902+00:00 IST

Prime Minister receives the National Honour of Ghana

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (local time) conferred the national honour of Ghana - Officer of the Order of the Star of Ghana - by its President, John Dramani Mahama, in recognition of his "distinguished" statesmanship and influential global leadership.

2025-07-02T21:08:02.024060+00:00 IST

Europe

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UK, France to bring together over 40 countries at Hormuz talks

France and the United Kingdom are set to host a joint conference aimed at bringing together over 40 countries to ensure freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

2026-04-14T13:17:53.234548+00:00 IST

FS Misri arrives in Berlin for India–Germany FOC

The visit comes after German Chancellor Fredrich Merz visited India in January 2026.

2026-04-14T03:28:49.888266+00:00 IST

India-France review cooperation on economic security during talks

The statement added that the discussions encompassed strategic areas of bilateral cooperation including defence, civil nuclear energy, space, cyber and digital, AI, institutional dialogue mechanisms, and initiatives fostering people-to-people exchanges and cultural ties.

2026-04-13T17:49:26.625158+00:00 IST

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Over 200 ships moved safely through Strait of Hormuz: Trump

In a post on Truth Social, Trump wrote, "Last month, I directed our Great U.S. Military to execute a secret mission to support Oil Tankers and other Commercial Ships through the Strait of Hormuz. Today, I am pleased to announce that this effort has resulted in more than 100 MILLION Barrels of Oil making its way through the Strait, and into the Open Market."

2026-06-10T22:47:15.167798+00:00 IST

Trump says US wants "meaningful deal" with Iran

Speaking in the Oval Office, Trump said, "We have the strongest military in the world. And I gave them (Iran) a break at the request of Pakistan... We stopped them from going to war with India. You would have had a nuclear war if it weren't for me. But they became friendly to me. They're close to Iran, and they work, and they still are working on trying to get them to do what's right. But we want a deal that's meaningful. We want a deal that works."

2026-06-10T22:43:48.930282+00:00 IST

"Meeting with Epstein grave error in judgement": Bill Gates

Addressing his relationship with Epstein directly, Gates stated, "I never witnessed nor had any indication that Epstein was engaged in ongoing criminal conduct. I never went to his island, his ranch, or his Florida home. I have never victimised anyone."

2026-06-10T21:37:34.057419+00:00 IST

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Middle East

Indian onboard MT Celestial at Duqm Port dies of medical complica

The Embassy of India in Muscat condoled his death and is making arrangements for the repatriation of his mortal remains in India.

2026-06-14T00:05:37.547950+00:00 IST

Asia

Iran, Russia discuss ways to boost agricultural cooperation

In a post on X, the official Account of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in India shared, "Gholamreza Nouri Ghezeljeh, Minister of Agriculture Jihad of the Islamic Republic of Iran, met and held talks with the Deputy Minister of Agriculture of the Russian Federation on the sidelines of the BRICS Agriculture Ministers' Meeting in Indore, India."

2026-06-13T23:37:38.732996+00:00 IST

Europe

Indian diaspora excited to welcome PM Modi in Slovakia

Speaking to ANI, Vinay said, "This will be the first-ever visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Slovakia since its independence. This is huge for Slovakia and India. The expansion of the Indian community here in the last 5 years and the arrival of an Indian PM here is a big deal for us...I think this is a really good move for the development in future."

2026-06-13T23:36:33.898810+00:00 IST

Asia

Mild earthquake of magnitude 3.8 strikes Myanmar

The NCS on Saturday said the quake occurred at 11:31 pm Indian Standard Time, with its epicentre located at latitude 22.258 N and longitude 96.092 E, at a depth of 10 kilometres.

2026-06-13T23:31:02.641548+00:00 IST

Europe

Indian diaspora shares emotional connect after meeting PM Modi

Speaking to ANI, Zaidi said, "I am from Muzaffarnagar and have been here for 5 years as a student. Living abroad, one often feels like an outsider in a foreign land. But seeing PM Modi today, it feels as though someone from our own home has arrived, right here in a foreign country where, otherwise, no one even knows us..."

2026-06-13T23:03:22.466650+00:00 IST

Middle East

Iran says agreement signing not expected on Sunday

"We must wait for the exact timing of the agreement's signing. It will not happen tomorrow, but it could take place in the coming days. Due to the other side's inconsistency, we must remain cautious in commenting on the process," IRIB quoted the Baghaei as saying.

2026-06-13T22:59:05.548178+00:00 IST

Middle East

UAE conveys condolences over AN-32 crash in Assam

In a post on X, the official account of the UAE's Ministry of Foreign Affairs shared, "The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity with the Republic of India over the victims of an air force plane crash in Assam state, which resulted in the deaths of several soldiers."

2026-06-13T21:11:50.102630+00:00 IST

Europe

France: PM Modi receives warm welcome in Nice

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (local time) received a warm welcome at his hotel with a captivating cultural performance titled 'Echoes of Tradition, Spirits of Innovation'.

2026-06-13T20:02:02.779789+00:00 IST

Europe

PM Modi arrives in Nice, kicks off France visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (local time) arrived in Nice, marking the start of his visit to France that will also include engagements in Evian and Paris, aimed at deepening India's bilateral and multilateral partnerships.

2026-06-13T19:04:20.028187+00:00 IST

Iran deal to be signed on Sunday, says Trump

"Barack Hussein Obama's Deal with Iran, the JCPOA, was an easy, beautiful, smooth road to a Nuclear Weapon, which Iran would have had six years ago, and would have used long before now. My Agreement with Iran is the exact opposite, A WALL TO NO NUCLEAR WEAPON! In fact, they no longer want a Nuclear Weapon, nor will they have one, either through purchase, development, or any other form of procurement. The Deal is scheduled to get signed tomorrow, and immediately after it is signed, the Hormuz Strait is OPEN TO ALL," he said.

2026-06-13T18:58:47.796139+00:00 IST

Middle East

Iran sets funeral for former Supreme Leader from July 4-9

According to Iran's Fars News Agency, farewell ceremonies for the late Khamenei will be held on July 4 and 5 at the Imam Khomeini Prayer Grounds in Tehran. A procession ceremony is scheduled in Tehran on July 6, followed by ceremonies in the holy city of Qom on July 7 and in Mashhad on July 9. He will be buried at the holy shrine of Imam Reza in Mashhad.

2026-06-13T18:23:54.460445+00:00 IST

Europe

Prime Minister Modi arrives in Nice for bilateral talks

At the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron, PM Modi will undertake engagements in Nice from June 13-14, 2026, followed by visits to Evian and Paris from June 16-18, 2026.

2026-06-13T18:09:31.215040+00:00 IST

Asia

UKPNP chief condemns ban on JKJAAC

Chairman of the United Kashmir People's National Party (UKPNP), Sardar Shaukat Ali Kashmiri, has strongly condemned the decision to declare the Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JKJAAC) a banned organisation and expressed grave concern over reported firing incidents targeting its leaders in Rawalakot.

2026-06-13T17:17:34.820863+00:00 IST