World

Sitharaman virtually attends Global Convergence for Growth Summit

The Union Finance Minister attended the meeting from New Delhi on Thursday.

2026-06-11T20:29:21.863795+00:00 IST

MEA appoints Rudra Gaurav Shresth as next Ambassador to Turkiye

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced the appointment of senior Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer Rudra Gaurav Shresth as India's next Ambassador to the Republic of Turkiye.

2026-06-11T19:21:37.989485+00:00 IST

Trump calls off planned strikes on Iran following high-level talk

Hours after warning that the United States could strike Iran "very hard tonight", President Donald Trump announced to halt planned military action, despite earlier threats to target Kharg Island and other key Iranian oil facilities.

2026-06-11T18:43:32.952097+00:00 IST

Ghalibaf warns of 'different Iran' after Trump's latest remarks

Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf on Thursday issued a stern warning following US President Donald Trump's remarks about potentially striking Iran "very hard tonight," saying that such actions would fundamentally alter the nature of the conflict and have far-reaching consequences.

2026-06-11T17:46:58.593944+00:00 IST

UK MP Blackman slams Pakistan's lethal crackdown in PoK

British MP Bob Blackman has launched a blistering attack on the Pakistani military for using live ammunition against peaceful protesters in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), branding the crackdown a "despicable act" of state-sponsored violence.

2026-06-11T17:31:26.615835+00:00 IST

Jaishankar highlights India-EU cooperation at Kultaranta talks

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday participated in a discussion on 'Emerging Powers and the New Geopolitical Competition' at the Kultaranta Talks in Finland, where he underlined the global impact of ongoing conflicts, the need for resilient supply chains, India's energy priorities, and the growing strategic partnership between India and the European Union (EU).

2026-06-11T17:07:27.103778+00:00 IST

NITI Aayog VC on building human capital amid W Asia crisis

NITI Aayog Vice Chairman Ashok Kumar Lahiri on Thursday said that India must continue focusing on development and human capital creation despite the ongoing crisis in West Asia, stressing that external challenges should not derail the country's growth trajectory.

2026-06-11T17:00:32.130009+00:00 IST

Middle East

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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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Taiwan detects surge in Chinese military activity

Taiwan on Saturday detected three sorties by PLA aircraft, 8 PLAN vessels and 7 official ships operating around its territory, as per the Ministry of National Defence (MND).

2026-08-22T03:37:29.162367+00:00 IST

Lebanon President Aoun, Italy PM Meloni discuss Israeli strikes

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Friday (local time) discussed the "continuation of Israeli aggressions" in Lebanon and the need to ensure the implementation of a framework agreement reached during Lebanon-US-Israel negotiations, Al Jazeera reported.

2026-08-22T00:58:19.619701+00:00 IST

BRICS Tourism Ministers adopt Jaipur Declaration to strengthen co

Significant decisions to enhance cooperation in the tourism sector among BRICS nations were taken during the BRICS Tourism Ministers' meeting held in Jaipur on Friday, with the adoption of the Jaipur Declaration aimed at creating a framework for practical collaboration.

2026-08-21T22:16:16.673071+00:00 IST

Others

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West Asia tensions: Australian PM calls for diplomacy, dialogue

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese gave a call for dialogue and diplomacy so as to prevent any escalation in the region after aerial strikes were conducted on Iranian nuclear sites by the US.

2025-06-23T04:23:22.660825+00:00 IST

No rise in off-site radiation detected after US strikes: IAEA

he International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has confirmed that there has been no reported increase in off-site radiation levels following the recent strikes on three key nuclear sites in Iran, including the underground enrichment facility at Fordow.

2025-06-22T05:46:31.058792+00:00 IST

Yoga is key to violance-free society: Sri Sri Ravi Shankar on IDY

Speaking at an event in Colombia's Bogota on Saturday, the spiritual leader who serves as the chairperson of the Indian Yoga Association (IYA) encouraged the yoga teachers in Colombia to continue their efforts in bringing happiness and wellness to the local population, emphasising that the practice extends beyond physical exercise to encompass mental flexibility and strength.

2025-06-21T23:59:57.589846+00:00 IST

Europe

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"US VP could have different approach than previous mediators in p

Gamal, in a conversation with ANI, said that there will come a point in this war when US interests and Israeli interests begin to diverge.

2026-04-09T08:26:50.658867+00:00 IST

"US-Iran issues still quite far away from each other": Expert

Gamal, in a conversation with ANI, said that the core demands of Iran and the US still remain.

2026-04-09T07:55:53.482638+00:00 IST

Sindh’s disappeared still ignored as UN protest highlights years

Demonstrators urged immediate action for the recovery of those who have gone missing over the past decades.

2026-04-09T07:05:05.281518+00:00 IST

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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

Trump predicts "total victory" over Iran within two weeks

US President Donald Trump announced an imminent "total victory" over Iran within two weeks, claiming a new nuclear deal is near. Despite scepticism over the timeline, the remarks follow a fragile de-escalation of weekend missile strikes between Iran and Israel, with Tehran expressing open interest in continuing peace talks.

2026-06-09T05:02:15.597331+00:00 IST

US crew rescued as helicopter goes down near Hormuz, reports NYT

A flight crew was successfully rescued after a US Apache attack helicopter gunship crashed near the Strait of Hormuz, according to The New York Times. The exact cause of the crash remains unconfirmed, occurring at a volatile time as the fragile US-Iran ceasefire has become increasingly tenuous.

2026-06-09T04:33:22.113293+00:00 IST

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Asia

13th BRICS Urbanisation Forum begins in New Delhi

The 13th BRICS Urbanisation Forum commenced on Thursday in New Delhi under India's BRICS Chairship, bringing together ministers, senior government officials and urban experts from BRICS member countries to deliberate on key urban development priorities and strengthen cooperation on sustainable urbanisation, according to the official press release by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.

2026-06-11T16:43:13.194487+00:00 IST

Pentagon activates protection protocols amid hazmat incident

The Pentagon on Thursday morning (local time) stated that the headquarters of the United States Department of War was implementing "standard protection protocols", including a shelter-in-place order in an affected area, following a hazardous materials incident in its vicinity, Chief Pentagon Spokesman Sean Parnell said.

2026-06-11T16:36:43.721464+00:00 IST

Asia

MEA calls for "unimpeded, safe navigation" through Hormuz

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday reiterated India's position on ensuring "unimpeded and safe navigation" through the Strait of Hormuz in accordance with international law amid the ongoing crises in West Asia, while expressing concern over the recent US strikes on three commercial vessels, with Indian seafarers aboard hoping that the attacks would "come to an end" soon.

2026-06-11T16:08:04.001539+00:00 IST

CFU applauds Canadian Senate initiative to free Gulshan Abbas

The organisation has welcomed a motion introduced in the Canadian Senate on June 9 by Senator Leo Housakos, urging the Government of Canada to call for the immediate release of Dr Gulshan Abbas, according to a press release issued by Campaign For Uyghurs (CFU).

2026-06-11T15:43:21.450640+00:00 IST

Asia

Fida Firdous denounces civilian killings in PoJK

Firdous drew a sharp distinction between the situation in PoJK and the developments currently unfolding in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. He credited the Central government with fostering an environment of "peace, prosperity, and happiness," citing infrastructure achievements such as the opening of the Zoji-la Tunnel.

2026-06-11T15:38:26.723146+00:00 IST

Asia

MEA on PM Modi meeting Trump on sidelines of G7

Responding to a question on a possible meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the upcoming G7 Summit in France, MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal on Thursday said that such occasions provide an opportunity for multiple bilateral interactions, noting that the ministry will keep the public posted on such meetings.

2026-06-11T15:25:17.153458+00:00 IST

Europe

EAM Jaishankar, Finnish FM Valtonen review strategic partnership

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday met Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen in Helsinki, where the two leaders reviewed progress under the India-Finland Strategic Partnership and discussed expanding cooperation in key emerging technology sectors.

2026-06-11T15:24:27.699003+00:00 IST

Asia

MEA on PM Modi's visit to Slovak Republic

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will undertake a historic state visit to Slovakia from June 14 to 16, marking the first-ever visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the Central European nation since its independence in 1993, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday.

2026-06-11T14:42:35.025325+00:00 IST

Asia

Karachi water utility faces employee revolt

Karachi continues to grapple with a prolonged water shortage that has affected residents for nearly three months as the Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation (KWSC) is now facing mounting pressure from its own workforce. Employees staged a protest outside the Karachi Press Club, accusing the utility's management of neglecting workers' welfare and mismanaging public resources, as reported by Dawn.

2026-06-11T13:53:04.430727+00:00 IST

Asia

MEA on PM Modi's visit to France

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will begin the France leg of his two-nation visit in Nice on June 13 at the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron, where the two leaders will hold comprehensive discussions on the full range of bilateral cooperation and international issues, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday.

2026-06-11T13:39:44.316309+00:00 IST

Asia

Activist Mahrang Baloch condemns crackdown on protesters in PoJK

Prominent Baloch rights activist Dr Mahrang Baloch has strongly condemned what she described as state violence against peaceful protesters in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), expressing solidarity with demonstrators demanding rights, justice, and dignity.

2026-06-11T13:37:37.316536+00:00 IST

Asia

India to participate in G7 summit for 13th time: MEA

India will participate in the 52nd G7 Summit in Evian, France, marking the country's 13th appearance at the summit as a partner nation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's seventh consecutive participation at the summit, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday.

2026-06-11T13:32:00.180880+00:00 IST

Trump says US will hit Iran 'very hard tonight'

US President Donald Trump on Thursday reiterated his warning that the United States would strike Iran "very hard" amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to finalise a peace deal with the Islamic Republic, adding that the strikes are planned for "tonight".

2026-06-11T13:00:05.353424+00:00 IST

US CENTCOM confirms strikes on MT Jalveer carrying 20 Indian

The US Central Command (CENTCOM) on Thursday confirmed that American forces had struck the Guinea-Bissau-flagged oil tanker MT Jalveer, carrying 20 Indian seafarers, in the Gulf of Oman after what it claimed had violated the US blockade against Iran in the region.

2026-06-11T12:39:59.110525+00:00 IST