World

WHO Country Representative to India, presents credentials to MEA

Dr Yvan J-F. Hutin, Country Representative of the World Health Organization to India, on Friday presented his credentials to Sibi George, Secretary (West) in the Ministry of External Affairs.

2026-06-12T18:22:20.484124+00:00 IST

Pak PM claims US-Iran peace deal text finalized

Despite the absence of any official joint confirmation from Washington or Tehran regarding the conclusion of negotiations for a peace deal over the conflict in West Asia, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday claimed that a "final, agreed-upon text" of the peace deal between the United States and Iran had been reached.

2026-06-12T17:34:01.854007+00:00 IST

DNI Gabbard reveals US funding for global biolabs

The Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) statement indicated that many of these facilities have engaged in research involving hazardous and highly contagious pathogens, including "Gain-of-Function" research, with what the DNI described as minimal oversight.

2026-06-12T17:28:45.620873+00:00 IST

SpaceX founder Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire

Musk's personal fortune also surpasses the gross domestic product of several countries, including Taiwan, Ireland, Sweden, Singapore and his native South Africa.

2026-06-12T17:15:56.297236+00:00 IST

India-Nepal explore AI collaboration to boost bilateral tech ties

The Embassy of India in Kathmandu, in partnership with the Nepal-India Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NICCI), hosted a seminar titled "India-Nepal Partnership in Emerging Technologies: Exploring Bilateral Opportunities for AI Collaboration".

2026-06-12T17:15:30.720837+00:00 IST

Institute founder urges India to move ICJ over PoJK rights abuses

Founder of the Washington-based Institute for Gilgit-Baltistan Studies, Senge Sering, on Friday urged the Indian government to approach the International Court of Justice (ICJ) over human rights violations in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) by Pakistani forces amid recent clashes in the region, asserting that the Indian citizens in the region deserve protection.

2026-06-12T17:08:04.971812+00:00 IST

Aviation sector grapples with financial stress amid W Asia crisis

The conflict has resulted in a substantial impact on the aviation sector, leading to several operational challenges. Airlines have been forced to reduce and cancel a significant number of flights, which is generating considerable financial stress.

2026-06-12T17:02:07.735930+00:00 IST

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Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem rejects direct talks with Israel

Qassem said direct talks remain "out of question" and underscored Hezbollah's military stance. "We will not give up weapons, and the defence and the field have proven our readiness for confrontation," he said.

2026-04-27T10:02:29.040351+00:00 IST

Pakistan lacks "credibility" as mediator, says Iran's Rezaei

An Iranian lawmaker has questioned Pakistan's credibility as a mediator, alleging it favours US interests. Despite this friction and stalled talks in Islamabad, Tehran has reportedly proposed a "new deal" to Washington aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz and ending regional hostilities.

2026-04-27T09:19:05.466285+00:00 IST

Netanyahu trial testimony delayed over "security concerns"

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's corruption trial testimony has been postponed again due to unspecified "security concerns" raised by his legal team. The proceedings were set to resume today following a two-month hiatus caused by the conflict with Iran, but no new date has been scheduled.

2026-04-27T07:13:32.969985+00:00 IST

Asia

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Pakistan’s imports rise as food, vehicle purchases surge

Food imports emerged as a major contributor, with Pakistan importing food products worth USD 805.4 million in July, equivalent to more than Rs 224 billion, Samaa TV reported. The imports included baby milk and cream, spices, soybeans, palm oil, sugar and pulses.

2026-08-22T12:17:59.486653+00:00 IST

Taiwan accuses China of silencing political dissent

Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) has called for the immediate release of two Hong Kong pro-democracy activists following their conviction on subversion charges, expressing concern over what it described as the growing use of national security laws to suppress dissent, the Taipei Times reported.

2026-08-22T12:09:44.843140+00:00 IST

Pakistan: Baloch communities facing systematic repression

In a statement shared by the BYC on social media platform X, Sabiha said, "In the name of security, the Baloch identity has been turned into a mark of suspicion across the country."

2026-08-22T12:06:38.840477+00:00 IST

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Canada drops Digital Tax after Trump halts trade talks

Canada has officially withdrawn its proposed digital services tax, aiming to revive trade negotiations with the US, just days after US President Donald Trump halted discussions in protest of the levy, Al Jazeera reported on Monday.

2025-06-30T20:43:06.036142+00:00 IST

National Security Conference in Canada calls for stronger action

The Canada India Foundation (CIF), in collaboration with Tafsik Organisation, convened a powerful one-day National Security Conference on Sunday under the theme "United Against Extremism".

2025-06-30T02:33:47.612932+00:00 IST

Kirti Vardhan Singh highlight diaspora's contribution to Zimbabwe

Singh on Saturday also congratulated them for preserving Indian culture there.

2025-06-29T05:26:40.922321+00:00 IST

Europe

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Restoration of navigation in Hormuz "paramount": EU chief

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has called for the urgent restoration of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, citing severe economic damage. Her plea follows President Trump's declaration of an immediate US naval blockade on the waterway, effective 10 am today, after the collapse of bilateral negotiations.

2026-04-13T13:00:21.021543+00:00 IST

Global leaders hail Péter Magyar’s sweeping victory in Hungary

Global congratulations poured in on Monday after Peter Magyar's Tisza party secured a decisive victory in Hungary's parliamentary elections, with partial official results indicating a major political shift after 16 years of continuous rule under Viktor Orban's nationalist party Fidesz.

2026-04-13T04:25:52.098697+00:00 IST

"Hungary has chosen Europe," EU Commission President says

Von der Leyen said that the European Union has now become stronger.

2026-04-13T02:54:37.469099+00:00 IST

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UAE joins allies to demand strict UN sanctions on Iran over nuclear violations, missile strikes

The UAE and its international allies have jointly expressed deep concerns over Iran's non-compliance with the IAEA and its ongoing missile strikes. Meeting under a UN sanctions committee, the coalition urged the strict enforcement of sanctions and structural rejuvenation of oversight bodies as Tehran's nuclear capabilities approach a critical threshold.

2026-06-10T05:48:45.672914+00:00 IST

Trump says Pulte takes over as acting US intel chief from June 19

US President Donald Trump has named Bill Pulte as Acting DNI, effective June 19, succeeding Tulsi Gabbard, who resigned due to her husband's illness. Pulte will simultaneously retain his top housing regulatory roles and has been instructed by Trump to downsize the intelligence agency's workforce.

2026-06-10T05:08:35.380977+00:00 IST

NASA announces Artemis III crew for 2027 test flight; first ESA a

The official statement highlighted that the mission will undertake a series of challenging tests in Earth orbit in 2027, essential for Artemis IV, the first planned crewed mission to the lunar South Pole in 2028.

2026-06-10T04:50:48.097901+00:00 IST

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Asia

Sri Lankan Airlines flight to Sydney returns to Colombo

Sri Lankan Airlines on Friday reported that flight UL606, bound for Sydney, was forced to return to Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) early this morning after encountering an operational incident during adverse weather conditions, according to the airline source.

2026-06-12T16:51:23.562088+00:00 IST

Vance rejects reports of cash incentives for Iran deal

US Vice President JD Vance on Friday dismissed reports suggesting that Iran would receive financial incentives merely for signing the peace deal between Washington and Tehran aimed at ending the hostilities in West Asia, calling such claims "fake information".

2026-06-12T16:40:44.020089+00:00 IST

Asia

India and Tajikistan reaffirm strategic partnership in Dushanbe

Union Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh on Friday met with Sirojiddin Muhriddin, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan, to discuss the deepening of bilateral ties between the two nations.

2026-06-12T15:45:54.586775+00:00 IST

Middle East

"Media should refrain from speculation": Iran on US peace deal

After reports suggesting that the memorandum of understanding for the peace agreement between Tehran and Washington includes an extension of the ceasefire, reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and a framework for further talks on the Islamic Republic's nuclear programme, Iran on Friday urged the media to avoid speculating about the contents of the agreement, stating that details of the agreement would be made public once the process reaches its conclusion.

2026-06-12T15:25:31.614306+00:00 IST

Asia

India strengthens ties with Central Asia and SCO in Dushanbe

Participating in the SCO Conference titled "Central Asia - The Core of SCO: A Space of Peace and Joint Development," the Minister outlined India's strategic vision for the bloc. Kirti Vardhan Singh announced that India will host the inaugural edition of the SCO Civilisation Dialogue Forum in Kolkata from July 17-19, 2026.

2026-06-12T15:20:53.050521+00:00 IST

Trump rejects Iran's claims on peace deal

He further alleged that Iran was behind the attacks on three vessels carrying Indian seafarers near the Hormuz Strait, which resulted in the deaths of three, despite the US Central Command having confirmed that the strikes were carried out by American naval forces, calling the incident "totally unacceptable."

2026-06-12T15:12:27.617236+00:00 IST

Middle East

Netanyahu vows to prevent Iranian nuclear capability

Framing his career around this objective, in a post on X, Netanyahu noted that he has been at the forefront of the international campaign against Iran's nuclear program for more than three decades. Netanyahu asserted that this sustained effort has been the primary factor in preventing Iran from developing atomic bombs aimed at destroying the Jewish state.

2026-06-12T15:07:25.005287+00:00 IST

Asia

European Union Council moves to tighten Carbon Tax rules

The finance ministers of the EU countries agreed on a "general approach" to update the CBAM regulation, which has been in operation from January 1, 2026. The new measures aim to close loopholes and ensure that the EU's climate goals are not undermined by "carbon leakage". While the initial mechanism focused on raw materials like iron, steel, aluminium, cement, and fertilizers, the new rules will now cover over 180 additional processed goods.

2026-06-12T14:14:12.070921+00:00 IST

Asia

"Quite deplorable": Sajjanhar criticises US after death of Indian

While US President Donald Trump has recently suggested that a deal to end the conflict is forthcoming, Sajjanhar expressed cautious scepticism, likening the repeated claims to the "shepherd boy calling wolf".

2026-06-12T13:55:55.863728+00:00 IST

Asia

US raises alarm over China’s escalating pressure on Taiwan

A US official has urged China to halt its pressure campaign against Taiwan, while security experts warn that Beijing is increasingly relying on "grey zone" tactics as an alternative to direct military conflict, according to Taipei Times.

2026-06-12T13:38:30.174256+00:00 IST

Middle East

Iran slams brutal US attacks on vessels carrying Indian seafarers

In a statement on X, Esmaeil Baqaei, Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iran, expressed condolences over the deaths of Indian nationals killed in the attacks and called for international accountability.

2026-06-12T13:30:13.998218+00:00 IST

China accused of militarising Tibetan kindergarten children

The photographs, published by the Chinese Communist Party's United Front Work Department, depict young Tibetan children dressed in camouflage uniforms, marching beneath the Chinese flag, and taking part in mock combat drills while carrying imitation rifles.

2026-06-12T12:27:55.522414+00:00 IST

Asia

Jaishankar extends greetings to Russian counterpart on Russia Day

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday extended greetings to Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, the Russian government and its people on the occasion of Russia Day, while expressing confidence in the continued growth of India-Russia ties.

2026-06-12T12:27:18.215844+00:00 IST

Asia

Taiwan detects 14 Chinese sorties, 9 naval vessels, 4 ships

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence detected the presence of 14 sorties of Chinese military aircraft, nine vessels and four official ships around its territorial waters.

2026-06-12T12:02:49.162719+00:00 IST