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Indian Consulate warns nationals in Canada against phone scams

The Indian Consulate in Toronto has warned Indian nationals in Canada against phone scammers impersonating consulate staff. Fraudsters are spoofing calls regarding Canadian visas and PR status to extort money. The mission clarified that it never demands payments over phone calls and only communicates via official "@mea.gov.in" emails.

2026-06-12T05:28:18.926091+00:00 IST

B-21 bomber, Sentinel ICBM and F-47 fighter are capabilities US w

United States Air Force General Dale White has identified the B-21 Raider stealth bomber, Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) programme and F-47 next-generation fighter aircraft as the three military capabilities on which the nation would rely in a major crisis, describing them as assets the United States would turn to in its "darkest hour".

2026-06-12T05:01:28.519041+00:00 IST

UK Envoy pays tribute to Ahmedabad air crash victims

On the first anniversary of the Air India AI-171 crash that killed 260 people, British High Commissioner Lindy Cameron paid tribute to the victims. Meanwhile, Air India confirmed most families have received interim compensation and ex-gratia payments, while the official crash investigation enters its final stages.

2026-06-12T04:56:33.563872+00:00 IST

Trump says "we ended the war with Iran today"

US President Donald Trump announced the US has "ended war with Iran" after Tehran "agreed never to have a nuclear weapon." However, Iran states no "final conclusion" is reached. While technical gaps were narrowed in Qatar-mediated talks on a "60-day ceasefire period," the deal still awaits Ayatollah Khamenei's final approval.

2026-06-12T04:36:20.267369+00:00 IST

Dalai Lama discharged after successful knee surgery

Tibetan spiritual leader, the 14th Dalai Lama, was discharged from Apollo Hospitals on Friday following a successful left knee replacement surgery in New Delhi. Shared on his official X account, medical staff confirmed he is stable and expected to make a full recovery, following a similar right knee surgery in 2024.

2026-06-12T04:09:54.148419+00:00 IST

Hub71 launches UAE-India Start-Up Series 2.0

Abu Dhabi's tech ecosystem, Hub71, has partnered with the UAE-India CEPA Council to launch the UAE-India Start-Up Series 2.0. The cross-border programme supports high-potential Indian startups expanding through Abu Dhabi by offering selected founders cash incentives, corporate mentorship, and regional market entry support, with applications opening in July.

2026-06-12T03:40:40.722410+00:00 IST

US-Iran memorandum of understanding likely next week

A letter of intent or memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran is expected next week, launching 60 days of talks, CBS News reported. Initial steps focus on ensuring "freedom of trade" by reopening the Strait of Hormuz. While Trump canceled strikes citing an approved deal, Tehran denied any text has been finalized.

2026-06-12T03:18:53.055633+00:00 IST

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Araghchi heads back to Islamabad after Oman talks

According to CNN, citing an Iranian source, the Iranian Foreign Minister has departed the Omani capital and is expected to arrive shortly at Nur Khan Airbase on the outskirts of Islamabad.

2026-04-26T13:04:32.105006+00:00 IST

Iran foreign minister Araghchi meets Oman's Sultan

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman and held discussions on the latest regional developments, ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at resolving the regional crises, along with holding talks on bilateral ties, Press TV reported on Sunday.

2026-04-26T12:54:29.486049+00:00 IST

Israel Destroys 800-Meter Gaza Tunnel Used by PIJ

Soldiers in southern Gaza destroyed an offensive tunnel east of the Yellow Line, the Israel Defence Forces said.

2026-04-26T12:11:53.183466+00:00 IST

Asia

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Jaishankar to meet Lavrov, co-chair 27th IRIGC-TEC

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is set to embark on a two-day official visit to Russia on August 23-24 and will meet his counterpart Sergey Lavrov along with co-chairing the 27th Session of the India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, Technological and Cultural Cooperation (IRIGC-TEC).

2026-08-22T08:25:16.943461+00:00 IST

Amnesty International condemns conviction of Hong Kong Tiananmen

Amnesty International has condemned the convictions of Hong Kong activists Chow Hang-tung and Lee Cheuk-yan, who were found guilty of "inciting subversion of state power" under the city's National Security Law for their involvement in organising commemorations of the 1989 Tiananmen crackdown.

2026-08-22T07:28:40.303640+00:00 IST

Yamato to contribute to Indian society on 75th India-Japan ties

YAMATO TRANSPORT COMPANY is the biggest delivery company in Japan. With more than 100 years of history developed overseas business. In India, Yamato launched in 2008; the Sidhrawali logistics centre in Haryana state is the biggest logistic center to handle industrial products for India, Africa and the Middle East. More than 300 Indian workers are employed.

2026-08-22T07:00:49.533323+00:00 IST

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"Canadian govt unequivocally stands against terrorism": PM Carney

Mark Carney expressed Canada's commitment to work with its allies and partners to detect, prevent and respond to the threat of terrorism and violent extremism.

2025-06-24T03:25:25.305807+00:00 IST

China irks NZ as its influence spreads in the South Pacific

China's growing influence in the Pacific, especially through strategic deals with the Cook Islands, has sparked concern in New Zealand and Australia. Experts warn these moves could shift regional power dynamics, create dependencies, and challenge traditional alliances, as Beijing deepens its political, economic, and military engagement across the region.

2025-06-23T11:15:54.844561+00:00 IST

INS Teg concludes Mauritius visit, boosts maritime cooperation

INS Teg visited Mauritius as part of its South West Indian Ocean deployment, conducting joint surveillance with the Mauritius Coast Guard and hosting training, yoga, and cultural events. The visit strengthened India-Mauritius maritime ties and highlighted cooperation in regional security, the Ministry of Defence said.

2025-06-23T10:58:01.526629+00:00 IST

Europe

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Russia announces Orthodox Easter ceasefire with Ukraine

Russia announced a temporary 32-hour ceasefire with Ukraine on the occasion of Orthodox Easter from April 11 to April 12, the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement. The ceasefire will begin from 4 pm on Saturday and will last till Sunday.

2026-04-09T21:21:17.053735+00:00 IST

Commonwealth chief Botchwey calls India “model of possibility"

Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey on Thursday highlighted India's pivotal role in the Commonwealth, describing the country as a "model of possibility and progress" and a key player in shaping the association's future.

2026-04-09T15:49:38.276472+00:00 IST

BNM protests at 10 Downing Street over Balochistan rights

The Baloch National Movement held a protest outside 10 Downing Street, London, to highlight human rights concerns and "enforced disappearances" in Balochistan. Part of a global campaign, the demonstration urged the international community to take notice of issues regarding justice, dignity, and accountability in the region.

2026-04-09T14:44:46.172070+00:00 IST

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Israel, Iran to ‘leave each other alone for another week’: Trump

US President Donald Trump stated that the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz will remain until a nuclear agreement is signed with Iran, potentially within days. Trump added that both Israel and Iran agreed through him to halt their recent military strikes and will temporarily leave each other alone.

2026-06-09T06:32:03.921958+00:00 IST

Trump says blockade of Iranian ports pressuring Tehran for deal

US President Donald Trump expressed optimism over a looming deal with Iran, favouring a blockade over bombing. Despite recent missile exchanges between Iran and Israel testing a fragile ceasefire, Trump predicted a "total victory" within two weeks and warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against further strikes.

2026-06-09T06:02:32.512255+00:00 IST

Pentagon updates, expands Chinese military firms list

The Pentagon has expanded its list of Chinese military-linked companies, adding several major firms including Alibaba Group, Baidu, BYD, NIO and WuXi AppTec -- in a move aimed at warning American businesses and government agencies against engagement with entities connected to China's military establishment.

2026-06-09T05:03:26.908860+00:00 IST

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Asia

Key focus areas of G7 meet in France

The G7 Summit, to be held under the French presidency, is expected to focus on geopolitical crises, economic cooperation, artificial intelligence, and developmental partnerships.

2026-06-12T03:00:56.104546+00:00 IST

Europe

PoJK activists protest outside Pakistani Consulate in UK

Political activists in the UK protested against Pakistan's violent military crackdown on peaceful demonstrators in PoJK. British MP Bob Blackman condemned the "state-sponsored violence," noting British nationals were injured. Labelling Pakistan's presence an illegal occupation since 1947, he urged the territory's reunion with India, praising PM Modi's strong leadership.

2026-06-12T02:48:57.357380+00:00 IST

Europe

EAM Jaishankar defends Russia-Ukraine stance over oil buys

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar defended India's purchase of Russian oil, citing market availability and cost. He exposed Western double standards, noting that European weapons have historically targeted India, whereas New Delhi has never endangered Europe. He added that the US previously requested India buy Russian oil to stabilise global markets.

2026-06-12T02:32:46.984327+00:00 IST

Middle East

Netanyahu says Trump assured him final Iran deal will mandate removal of enriched uranium

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office stated that US President Donald Trump assured him a final Washington-Tehran deal would restrict Iran's nuclear and missile capabilities. While Trump claimed an agreement is imminent and approved by Iran's leadership, Tehran denied that any final conclusion has been reached.

2026-06-12T02:31:28.549584+00:00 IST

Asia

Nepal: Prosperity meets peril as Rudraksha farmers chase Chinese

For generations, Rudraksha seeds were valued for their spiritual significance, particularly among Hindus who consider them symbols of Lord Shiva. In recent years, however, a surge in demand from Chinese buyers, who prioritise the seeds as ornamental jewellery rather than religious artefacts, has transformed the local economy.

2026-06-12T01:24:38.669758+00:00 IST

Asia

"India and Russia share special bond...": Vikram Misri

Speaking at the National Day celebrations of the Russian Federation, Misri on Thursday said, "India and Russia share a special bond that has withstood the test of time. Our special and privileged strategic partnership has grown stronger over the years and served both our countries well. We value this relationship and the sustained high level of bilateral exchanges testifies to this fact."

2026-06-12T00:06:09.418339+00:00 IST

Middle East

Iran condemns US attacks on commercial vessel that killed three

In a post on X, Baghaei wrote, "The brutal U.S. attacks on Indian commercial vessels which have killed at least three Indian nationals, stand as clear evidence of America's ongoing policy of armed robbery and State piracy. We extend our sympathies to the families and friends of the slain Indian sailors and offer our sincere condolences to the Indian people and government."

2026-06-11T23:43:05.365207+00:00 IST

World Bank President hails PM Modi

Speaking to ANI, Banga said, "I will start by congratulating Prime Minister Modi for his 13 years in office. India's development story has been quite remarkable, not just because of its scale, but because of the way it has combined growth, infrastructure, digital innovation, and inclusion. From the World Bank's perspective, what stands out is the consistency of direction, consistency of reform, consistency of execution, building infrastructure, expanding digital public platforms, and creating the conditions for private investment and for jobs."

2026-06-11T23:42:11.786011+00:00 IST

Middle East

Netanyahu spoke with Trump, expresses appreciation for Iran deal

In a post on X, the official account of the Office of the Prime Minister of Israel shared, "President Trump spoke this evening with Prime Minister Netanyahu regarding the emerging memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Iran to enter into negotiations."

2026-06-11T23:39:44.749451+00:00 IST

"It would be if we signed this agreement,” says Trump on Kharg...

Trump was responding to a query that asked whether the Kharg Island operation was off the table. Responding to this at the Oval Office, he said, "Now it would be if we signed this agreement, it would be. They weren't so thrilled when they heard that that's what I was put in. I just don't think I like it."

2026-06-11T22:27:55.086195+00:00 IST

Middle East

Iran says no final decision on any deal with US

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said reports of a finalised agreement with the United States were "merely speculation" and that Tehran has not yet made a final decision on any deal, CNN reported, citing Iran's state-run news agency IRNA.

2026-06-11T22:01:36.527959+00:00 IST

Asia

Slovak envoy hails PM Modi’s first-ever visit to Slovakia

Slovak Ambassador to India Robert Maxian welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming state visit to Slovakia from June 14-16, calling it a "historic opportunity" to further strengthen ties between the two nations.

2026-06-11T21:26:22.989112+00:00 IST

Trump says peace deal with Iran could be signed this weekend

US President Donald Trump on Thursday (local time) said the peace deal with Iran could be finalised "this weekend" and may have its signing in Europe. He said that the documents for a deal with Iran will be finalised over the next few days.

2026-06-11T20:59:35.146299+00:00 IST

Strait of Hormuz will open after "great" Iran settlement: Trump

Speaking in the Oval Office, Trump said, "We just made a great settlement of the war with Iran, and we're going to be subject to finalisation of documents. We should get done over the next few days. We'll probably have a signing, maybe in Europe. When oil comes down, everything else comes down."

2026-06-11T20:42:38.054732+00:00 IST