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Pakistan’s shadow war on Baloch citizens intensifies

Four individuals, including a woman, a student poet, a fisherman, and a security guard, were allegedly abducted by Pakistani security forces in separate incidents this week. Families of the missing persons have appealed for their immediate and safe recovery, urging authorities to end what they describe as a cycle of state-backed terror, as reported by The Balochistan Post.

2025-12-04T07:07:39.188897+00:00 IST

"Nations bound by cultural, spiritual heritage": Thai envoy

Chavanart Thangsumphant, Ambassador of Thailand to India hailed the ties between the maritime neighbours and highlighted the several high-level meetings took place between the countries. She reiterated Thailand's interest in becoming a member of the BRICS grouping and underlined the commitment to contribute to an enhanced south-south cooperation.

2025-12-04T07:04:52.871502+00:00 IST

US tensions may ease if India’s message on Ukraine resonates

West Asia strategist Waiel Awwad on Thursday stated that if Prime Minister Narendra Modi's consistent message of ending the Russia-Ukraine war resonates strongly with President Putin during his upcoming state visit, it could see a reduction in mounting US tensions with New Delhi over energy imports and trade tariffs.

2025-12-04T06:22:46.151356+00:00 IST

Russia: Putin departs for State Visit to India

Russian President Vladimir Putin has departed from Russia for his two-day state visit to India, as reported by TASS.

2025-12-04T06:05:06.555601+00:00 IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin to arrive in India today

Prime Minister Modi is set to host a private dinner for Russian President Putin shortly after his arrival in New Delhi today. On December 5, Putin will receive a ceremonial welcome and a tri-services guard of honour at Rashtrapati Bhawan, before he proceeds to the Raj Ghat to pay homage at the memorial to Mahatma Gandhi.

2025-12-04T05:33:34.284950+00:00 IST

Direct Goa–Tel Aviv flights will be game-changer: Israeli Tourism

Israeli Consul of Tourism Affairs for India, Galit Hoffman, on Wednesday stated that the launch of direct flights between Goa and Tel Aviv would be a "game-changer" for bilateral tourism, as well as business exchanges between the two nations, potentially multiplying the current annual inflow of 20,000-30,000 Israeli visitors and opening the door for Goan families, business travellers and new segments.

2025-12-04T05:27:37.500012+00:00 IST

42 US lawmakers urge visa bans, asset freezes on Pak officials

Forty-two members of the United States Congress, led by Democratic Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal and Congressman Greg Casar, have written to Secretary of State Marco Rubio demanding immediate sanctions against senior Pakistani officials for what they termed an "escalating campaign of transnational repression and worsening human rights crisis in Pakistan" under the military-backed government of Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and their Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir.

2025-12-04T04:31:24.904140+00:00 IST

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"Pretty close to doing a deal good for everybody": Trump

Trump made the remarks during the swearing-in ceremony of Sergio Gor as the Ambassador to India.

2025-11-10T22:26:50.371696+00:00 IST

Sergio Gor sworn in as Ambassador to India

Trump said he was entrusting Gor to further strengthen strategic, economic, and security ties with New Delhi, while deepening America's "fantastic relationship" with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

2025-11-10T21:42:03.580487+00:00 IST

US lawmakers move to halt China’s toxic vape invasion threatening

According to The Epoch Times, the bill titled the Ensuring the Necessary Destruction (END) of Illicit Chinese Tobacco Act was introduced by Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) and Rep. Beth Van Duyne (R-Texas).

2025-11-10T12:53:32.534263+00:00 IST

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Trump announces "biggest" trade deal with EU

US President Donald Trump on Sunday (local time) announced that Washington and the European Union have reached an agreement on the trade deal, finalising at a uniform 15 per cent tariff on all goods across the board and purchases of massive energy and military equipment and unprecedented investment commitments by the EU to its Atlantic partner.

2025-07-27T19:49:19.090071+00:00 IST

“End war in Gaza”: E3 leaders urge for immediate ceasefire

The declaration was shared by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Friday. In a post on X, he said, "The time has come to end the war in Gaza. We - France, the United Kingdom and Germany - urge all parties to bring an end to the conflict by reaching an immediate ceasefire".

2025-07-26T04:16:30.887237+00:00 IST

“US will buy drones from us,” says Zelensky

Speaking at a press conference in Kyiv, Zelensky said he had reached an understanding with US President Donald Trump regarding the sale. "With Trump, we agreed that the US will buy drones from us," he told reporters, adding that a contract worth "$10-30 billion is now being drafted," according to RT.

2025-07-26T01:09:40.717298+00:00 IST

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India, Mauritius hold Joint Coordination Meeting

Officials from India and Mauritius held a joint coordination meeting onboard INS Sarvekshak which commenced the Joint Hydrographic Survey aimed at enhancing navigational safety in Mauritian waters, the Indian Navy shared on Sunday.

2024-12-29T22:59:41.742153+00:00 IST

“Increase funding for Ukrainian weapons production”: Zelenskyy

In a major development, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke to Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and asked him to increase funding for Ukrainian weapons production and explore opportunities for localised manufacturing of arms. Zelenskyy made the call ahead of Canada taking over Group of seven (G7) presidency.

2024-12-29T19:48:25.954146+00:00 IST

Peru closes 91 ports amid massive waves

Massive waves of up to 13 feet (four metres) are pummeling the coasts of Peru, leaving scores of ports closed on Saturday, authorities said.

2024-12-29T08:54:25.444313+00:00 IST

Asia

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Devnimori relics of Buddha return to India from SL

The revered Devnimori Relics of Lord Buddha has return to India after a ceremonial departure from Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Sri Lanka, marking a significant moment in India-Sri Lanka civilisational ties.

2026-02-11T13:05:41.469612+00:00 IST

Bangladesh's Chief Adviser meets election observation delegations

Chief Adviser of the Interim Government of Bangladesh, Muhammad Yunus, met with multiple election observation delegations as the country heads into the 13th national elections, scheduled for tomorrow, February 12, nearly two years after the 2024 July Uprising.

2026-02-11T12:47:42.674440+00:00 IST

UN calls for safe participation of women in Bangladesh elections

Ahead of the election, the United Nations notes concerns raised by women's groups and civil society organisations on violence and harassment of women candidates and voters, including digital violence.

2026-02-11T11:55:56.542991+00:00 IST

Middle East

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Al Dhafra Dates Festival and Auction launches its 4th edition

Under the patronage of Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Dhafra Region, the fourth edition of Al Dhafra Dates Festival and Auction, organised by the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority, was launched in Al Dhafra, Abu Dhabi.

2025-10-18T01:27:47.513638+00:00 IST

Greek Police bans pro-Sinwar vigil in Athens

Greek police intervened and banned a memorial event for former Hamas terrorist leader Yahya Sinwar that was to be held last night in Syntagma Square in Athens in front of the Greek Parliament and the Monument to the Unknown Soldier.

2025-10-18T01:24:04.964695+00:00 IST

UAE Humanitarian Ship sails to Gaza carrying 7,200 tonnes of aid

The UAE Humanitarian Ship set sail today for the Gaza Strip as part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, carrying 7,200 tonnes of relief supplies aimed at meeting urgent needs and alleviating the suffering of people in the Strip.

2025-10-18T01:18:10.846011+00:00 IST

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US unveils 'New G20' for 2026

In a blog post authored by Rubio, titled "America Welcomes a New G20", the Secretary of State stated that the US hosting the G20 Leaders' Summit, set for December 2026 in Miami, Florida, will also mark America's 250th anniversary. The US will host the G20 summit for the first time since 2009.

2025-12-04T04:12:21.896614+00:00 IST

Asia

French Embassy extends wishes on Navy Day 2025

The French Embassy in India extended warm wishes on the occasion of Navy Day 2025, and highlighted how the Indo-French naval cooperation is strengthened via upholding the virtue of a free and open Indo-Pacific, along with cooperation on several fronts.

2025-12-04T03:24:44.223690+00:00 IST

Asia

4.1 magnitude earthquake hits Bangladesh

An earthquake of magnitude 4.1 struck Bangladesh in the early hours of Thursday, as reported by the National Center for Seismology (NCS).

2025-12-04T02:47:15.528654+00:00 IST

Asia

4.1 magnitude earthquake strikes Afghanistan

An earthquake of magnitude 4.1 struck Afghanistan in the early hours of Thursday, as reported by the National Center for Seismology.

2025-12-04T02:25:10.665435+00:00 IST

Asia

Taiwan records 8 PLA sorties, 5 PLAN vessels around its territory

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) on Thursday said that it recorded 8 sorties by PLA aircraft and 5 PLAN vessels operating around its territory.

2025-12-04T02:11:50.747161+00:00 IST

“Putin wants to end war”: Trump on US delegation meeting

"Putin had a very good meeting yesterday with Jared Kushner and with Steve Whitkoff. What comes out of that meeting, I can't tell you because it does take two to tango." Trump told reporters in Oval Office. "He (Putin) would like to end the war, that was their impression," he added.

2025-12-04T01:17:51.913123+00:00 IST

Middle East

"India will be with us," says Palestine Ambassador

"We expect a lot from India... The sky is the limit of our expectations for India regarding the reconstruction and recovery of Gaza. We had a good discussion with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and I can assure you, very soon India will be with us, not on a theoretical level but on a practical level, in Gaza and the West Bank also," Palestinian Ambassador said

2025-12-04T00:50:48.269583+00:00 IST

Middle East

UAE, Japan hold 3rd round of Subcommittee on Political Diplomacy

The United Arab Emirates and Japan convened the third round of the Subcommittee on Political Diplomacy and International Cooperation under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Initiative (CSPI) in Tokyo. The meeting was co-chaired by Reem Ketait, Deputy Assistant Minister for Political Affairs at the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Iwamoto Keiichi, Director-General of the Middle Eastern and African Affairs Bureau at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan.

2025-12-04T00:36:09.658446+00:00 IST

US State Secy Rubio warns of “imminent threat” from Radical Islam

He also said that the US will restrict visas for those who "direct, authorize, fund or support violence against Christians" in Nigeria and around the world.

2025-12-04T00:35:07.220351+00:00 IST

Middle East

46th GCC Summit concludes in Bahrain

The 46th GCC Summit concluded today at Al-Sakhir Palace, chaired by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, King of the Kingdom of Bahrain, with the participation of Their Majesties and Highnesses, the leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states, and the heads of delegations.

2025-12-04T00:21:16.204841+00:00 IST

World

Israel, Ukraine strengthen ties in first senior-level since war

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar on Wednesday met with Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister Tars Kachka in Jerusalem, marking the first visit by a senior Ukrainian official since the 2022 war in Ukraine.

2025-12-04T00:20:25.300975+00:00 IST

Asia

Russian House organise photo exhibition ahead of Putin's visit

The Russian House in New Delhi organised a grand photo exhibition dedicated to the 25th anniversary of the Federal Service for Military-Technical Cooperation and Rosoboronexport, ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to India on Thursday.

2025-12-04T00:19:08.201445+00:00 IST

Europe

Ukraine NATO push "key question" of discussion with US: Russia

Ukraine's push for NATO membership emerged as a "key question" of discussion during Russian President Vladimir Putin's meeting with senior American officials in Moscow, the Kremlin said.

2025-12-03T22:15:59.844380+00:00 IST

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