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US lawmakers introduce bill to block Chinese entities

The proposed legislation, titled the Prohibiting Adversarial Patents Act, would prohibit the issuance of US patents to individuals or entities identified as national security threats under the Non-SDN Chinese Military-Industrial Complex (CMIC) List, the 1260H List, or the Federal Communications Commission's Covered List.

2026-06-10T15:51:32.508306+00:00 IST

India condemns attack on vessel off Oman; 21 Indian crew rescued

"We condemn the attack on the commercial vessel Settebello off the coast of Oman, earlier today. Of the 24 Indian crew onboard, 21 Indians have been rescued thus far and 03 Indians are reportedly missing. Our Embassy in Oman is closely monitoring the situation and proactively coordinating with the Omani authorities in the ongoing Search and Rescue operation," the MEA said in a statement.

2026-06-10T15:48:07.207237+00:00 IST

US, UK condemn Iran’s "lethal plotting" and malign activities

The signatories, comprising Albania, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Latvia, Lithuania, the Netherlands, New Zealand, North Macedonia, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, the United Kingdom, and the United States, demanded an immediate cessation of these activities.

2026-06-10T14:44:44.004972+00:00 IST

Indian Embassy "monitoring situation" involving vessel off Oman

While the Embassy has not provided specific details regarding the name of the vessel, the number of crew members on board, or the nature of the incident, officials indicated that they are coordinating with maritime authorities to gather more information.

2026-06-10T14:09:50.128382+00:00 IST

China expanding maritime claims through illegal patrols: Taiwan

According to The Taipei Times, the controversy emerged after China's Ministry of Transport announced a "special maritime law enforcement operation" in waters east of Taiwan. Xinhua news agency described the deployment of coast guard vessels as a response to planned maritime boundary negotiations between Japan and the Philippines.

2026-06-10T13:34:58.275876+00:00 IST

Indian Army detains PoK teenager along LoC in Poonch

Indian Army troops detained a 15-16-year-old boy from Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on Monday evening after he crossed the Line of Control in Poonch district.

2026-06-10T13:02:09.108208+00:00 IST

FBI links "Chinese criminal enterprises" with scam compounds

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has claimed to have identified clear links between "Chinese criminal enterprises" and scam compounds operating across Southeast Asia and other regions, while finding no evidence that the operations are directed by the Chinese government.

2026-06-10T12:53:07.952237+00:00 IST

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Israel, Hezbollah exchange strikes despite ceasefire extension

Israeli forces and Hezbollah fighters continued exchanging attacks on Friday, a day after the announcement of a three-week extension of the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, CNN reported.

2026-04-25T00:52:54.729109+00:00 IST

Abdullah bin Zayed receives phone call from Russian Foreign Minis

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, received a phone call from Sergey Lavrov, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation.

2026-04-25T00:04:08.410061+00:00 IST

UAE strongly condemns terrorist attack on Kuwaiti border posts

The United Arab Emirates condemned in the strongest terms the terrorist attack that targeted two northern border posts in the State of Kuwait using two explosive-laden drones launched from the Republic of Iraq.

2026-04-25T00:03:35.105487+00:00 IST

Asia

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India assures sailors' safety "high priority" after Hormuz attack

Responding to questions regarding a video released by the Forward Seamen's Union of India (FSUI) from an incident dated April 22, which claims Indian sailors were being harassed by forces identified as the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, Jaiswal affirmed that safety issues are routinely raised with relevant international authorities.

2026-08-21T13:52:58.218314+00:00 IST

India backs dialogue, diplomacy amid Trump’s threat to Iran

India on Friday said that it stands for a peaceful resolution of issues in West Asia through dialogue and diplomacy when asked about US President Donald Trump's threat of imposing tougher economic measures against Iran as the conflict in the region continues.

2026-08-21T13:13:17.731302+00:00 IST

MEA on Bangladesh's Interest in Mecca Defence Pact

India on Friday said it was closely following developments in West Asia when asked about reports that Bangladesh is keen to join the recently signed Mecca Defence Pact between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye.

2026-08-21T12:48:29.483088+00:00 IST

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"India, Canada must strengthen democracy, humanity together"

PM Modi's visit to Canada comes after a period of friction between New Delhi and Ottawa, triggered by Canadian allegations that Indian agents were involved in the killing of NIA-designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar outside a gurdwara in Canada in 2023.

2025-06-17T22:46:52.016363+00:00 IST

PM Modi meets UK PM Keir Starmer at G7 summit

"An exceptional conversation with Prime Minister Keir Starmer! India and UK ties are getting stronger, reflecting in the ground we've covered in areas like trade and commerce. We will keep working together to add even more momentum to this wonderful friendship," PM Modi posted on X.

2025-06-17T21:50:58.375251+00:00 IST

"Delighted to hold talks..." PM Modi meets German Chancellor

This meeting was the first between the two leaders since Chancellor Merz assumed office in May 2025. PM Modi congratulated Chancellor Merz on his victory and thanked the German government for their condolences on the recent tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad.

2025-06-17T21:10:54.814364+00:00 IST

Europe

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EU Council President calls for diplomacy, protects Hormuz passage

European Council President Antonio Costa on Monday reiterated calls for a diplomatic end to the ongoing conflict in West Asia and stressed the importance of ensuring freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.

2026-04-06T14:11:19.375895+00:00 IST

Balochistan: PAANK condemns fresh enforced disappearance in Kech

PAANK, the human-rights wing of the Baloch National Movement, has strongly condemned the enforced disappearance of Abdulla Adil, reportedly taken from his home in the Kuddan Dasht area of Kech district, Balochistan, on Sunday.

2026-04-06T09:04:14.675252+00:00 IST

US, Iran receive framework to end hostilities,immediate ceasefire

The United States and Iran have received a plan to end hostilities, which could come in effect on Monday and result in the opening of the Strait of Hormuz, sources familiar with the proposals told Reuters.

2026-04-06T07:43:47.911911+00:00 IST

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US imposes visa restrictions on over 100 Nicaraguan officials

The United States on Monday (local time) announced new visa restrictions targeting more than 100 Nicaraguan officials and their family members following the death of indigenous leader Brooklyn Rivera while in state custody.

2026-06-08T15:44:27.519350+00:00 IST

NASA astronauts to wear Prada designed spacesuit

Both Prada. and Houston-based US startup Axiom Space have officially unveiled the high-performance inner layer for the spacesuits to be worn by NASA astronauts on the Moon, marking a unique collaboration between aerospace engineering and high-end fashion.

2026-06-08T14:26:57.187973+00:00 IST

Trump says Iran, Israel eyeing "immediate ceasefire"

US President Donald Trump on Monday stated that both Iran and Israel are looking to implement an "immediate ceasefire", following an intense round of attacks and counterattacks from both sides after Tel Aviv launched strikes on Tehran.

2026-06-08T12:32:31.222123+00:00 IST

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Europe

Jaishankar visits National Historical Museum in Sofia

"Visited the National Historical Museum in Sofia today. Explored its remarkable collection of artifacts spanning millennia and gained a deeper appreciation of how Bulgaria has preserved the many facets of its rich history and cultural heritage," Jaishankar said in a post on X.

2026-06-10T12:44:32.901520+00:00 IST

Asia

Pak army chopper crashes during take-off, all on board dead

"All personnel on board embraced martyrdom. There were no survivors," the ISPR said in a statement, as cited by Dawn.

2026-06-10T11:33:50.419967+00:00 IST

Asia

India to host World Circular Economy Forum in Gujarat

The World Circular Economy Forum (WCEF) will be held in South Asia for the first time this year, with the event scheduled to take place in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, from September 15 to 18. The tenth edition of the global forum will place India at the forefront of efforts to scale circular economy solutions aimed at addressing the challenges of a resource-constrained world.

2026-06-10T11:31:05.207991+00:00 IST

Europe

EU Commission President congratulates PM Modi

Von der Leyen said that EU-India friendship is shooting for the stars.

2026-06-10T11:17:45.177721+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan: Doctors lay siege to health secretariat in Peshawar

According to The Express Tribune, doctors from across the province converged on the Provincial Health Secretariat, launching an indefinite demonstration over the failure of authorities to revise their salaries since 2016.

2026-06-10T11:04:19.165428+00:00 IST

Middle East

"Must get out of 'neither war nor peace' policy": Iranian Prez

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Wednesday said that Iran must move beyond a prolonged state of "neither war nor peace", revealing that Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had allowed negotiations and dialogue to continue as a means of resolving the situation, as per the Iranian news agency ISNA.

2026-06-10T10:37:06.584935+00:00 IST

Asia

BLF condemns Pakistan’s control over PoJK

The chief of the Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF), Dr Allah Nazar Baloch, has strongly criticised Pakistan's policies in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), arguing that the growing resistance movement in the region demonstrates that oppressed nations cannot be silenced through force and coercion, as reported by The Balochistan Post.

2026-06-10T09:53:00.528295+00:00 IST

Asia

Israel, Ethiopia, South Korea extend wishes to PM Modi

Leaders from across the world continue to extend wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he completes a historic 12-year tenure as the longest-serving elected Prime Minister of India.

2026-06-10T09:42:09.574026+00:00 IST

Middle East

Explosion heard near Iran’s Qeshm island

An explosion was reported near Qeshm Island in southern Iran amid heavy overnight clashes. According to Mehr News Agency, the region's coastline has faced ongoing attacks from American forces, drawing immediate military retaliation from Tehran. The precise cause of the blast remains unverified.

2026-06-10T09:16:25.907569+00:00 IST

Others

Mauritius FM lauds PM Modi’s ‘historic milestone’

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi achieves the historic milestone of becoming the longest-continuing elected head of government, the Foreign Minister of Mauritius Dhananjay Ramful has hailed the feat as a testament to the immense trust reposed in him by the people of India.

2026-06-10T09:12:52.552827+00:00 IST

Asia

Outstanding. Historic. Worth celebrating’: Abdulla Shahid

Former Maldives Foreign Affairs Minister and former President of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Abdulla Shahid, congratulated the Prime Minister on becoming India's longest continuously serving elected Prime Minister, calling the achievement "historic" and "worth celebrating."

2026-06-10T08:57:24.346309+00:00 IST

Middle East

Tehran cites UN self-defence clause for retaliatory strikes on US

Following US airstrikes on southern Iran, Tehran launched a retaliatory drone attack against the US Fifth Fleet in Bahrain. The escalation triggered emergency diplomatic talks between Iran, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye, with Tehran asserting its right to self-defence amid ongoing regional conflict under Operation Epic Fury.

2026-06-10T08:36:40.901307+00:00 IST

Amnesty International slams Pakistan over massive rights abuses in PoJK

Amnesty International has condemned Pakistan's violent crackdown on protests and political activism in PoJK ahead of elections. Following the banning of a local activist group, authorities suspended internet services, deployed paramilitary forces, and detained over 100 people. Clashes erupted after a fatal police shooting, leaving 12 dead.

2026-06-10T08:17:41.170400+00:00 IST

Asia

Bhutanese PM pens heartfelt letter for 12-year tenure of PM Modi

Bhutan's Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay extended wishes on behalf of the King, the Royal Government and the people of Bhutan as Prime Minister Narendra Modi becomes India's longest-serving elected Prime Minister.

2026-06-10T08:14:16.250996+00:00 IST