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US Central Command says strikes against Iran have concluded

The US military launched precision air strikes targeting Iranian air defence, radars, and ground control stations near the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The concluded operation was a retaliatory response to Iran downing an American Apache helicopter. Tehran condemned the action, warning all foreign military forces to leave the region.

2026-06-10T02:44:12.383060+00:00 IST

Taiwan detects 6 PLAN vessels, 10 official ships

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence on Wednesday recorded the presence of 6 PLAN vessels and 10 official ships operating around its territory.

2026-06-10T02:13:55.212490+00:00 IST

“US-India partnership has never been stronger”: John Cornyn

Further, US-based singer Mary Millben also congratulated Prime Minister Modi, calling it a "historic democratic milestone" for the country.

2026-06-10T01:53:07.462553+00:00 IST

Explosions heard in various regions of Iran as US CENTCOM begins

Iran's state media - Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) - on Wednesday claimed that explosions were reportedly heard in the country's southern Hormozgan province following US Central Command (CENTCOM) strikes described as "self-defence operations" against Iranian targets.

2026-06-10T01:12:46.915460+00:00 IST

Education Ministry issues LoPs to Bristol, York and UNSW to...

Letters of Approval were handed over by the Secretary, Department of Higher Education and the Chairman, University Grants Commission, Vineet Joshi, in the presence of Union Minister for Education, Dharmendra Pradhan.

2026-06-10T01:02:23.252540+00:00 IST

Piyush Goyal meets EY CEO, discusses India’s role

Union Minister Piyush Goyal said he held a meeting with Janet Truncale, Global Chair and CEO of EY, to discuss India's growing role in global supply chains and the expanding opportunities in Global Capability Centres (GCCs).

2026-06-10T00:10:01.053090+00:00 IST

"Leave our region if you want to be safe": Iran warns US

In a post on X, Araghchi wrote, "Despite its defeats on the battlefield, the U.S. opted to test our determination. Our Powerful Armed Forces will leave no attack or threat unanswered. Leave our region if you want to be safe. History of the Persian Gulf has many chapters on dire fates of intruding outsiders."

2026-06-10T00:08:25.961629+00:00 IST

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Iranian FM Araghchi to visit Moscow, Muscat, Islamabad

Araghchi said, "Embarking on timely tour of Islamabad, Muscat, and Moscow. Purpose of my visits is to closely coordinate with our partners on bilateral matters and consult on regional developments. Our neighbors are our priority."

2026-04-24T15:31:07.442705+00:00 IST

IDF conducts airstrikes in Southern Lebanon despite ceasefire

In a post on X, the Israeli Air Force, said, "The Air Force struck military structures in the Khirbet Salam and Tulin areas in southern Lebanon, which were used by the Hezbollah terror organization to advance terror plots against IDF forces and the State of Israel."

2026-04-24T08:26:17.036655+00:00 IST

US offers $10 mn for Iran-alligned Iraqi terror group leader

KSS expanded its presence in Iraq after ISIS swept through the country in 2014 and the Iraqi militia currently operates as a member of the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF). The group works closely with other pro-Iran PMF units and its commanders have met personally with Qasem Soleimani, the deceased commander of the Quds Force, the elite IRGC military unit that coordinates Iran's support to its foreign terrorist proxies

2026-04-24T07:34:34.328690+00:00 IST

Asia

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US-South Korea joint military drills cut short

The annual Ulchi Freedom Shield (UFS) exercise, typically an 11-day event focused on command-post simulations and live field manoeuvres for Korean Peninsula contingencies, was halved to five days.

2026-08-21T09:21:10.428606+00:00 IST

China tightens curbs on Catholic religious activities

Catholics in Shanghai and Beijing report tightening Chinese state restrictions on religious practices over the past year. According to The Epoch Times, measures include bans on Catholic funeral rites in Shanghai, halted Bible sales at major cathedrals, restricted church entry, and tighter controls on pilgrimages and online prayers.

2026-08-21T09:15:58.607511+00:00 IST

S Korea, US, Japan hold talks after N Korea fires missiles

Japan's Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi, who is on a visit to India, told reporters that Tokyo has lodged a strong protest with Pyongyang, Kyodo News reported.

2026-08-21T08:34:30.988542+00:00 IST

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India-Canada relationship will be improved...: Canadian lawmaker

In an interview with ANI, Brodie called India a "great nation" to have trade arrangement. She emphasised that Canada will benefit from having a positive relationship with India.

2025-06-17T07:04:21.725784+00:00 IST

"Israel has right to defend itself, Iran source of terror," G7

French President Emmanuel Macron told reporters at the G7 summit that Trump has made an offer for a ceasefire between Israel and Iran

2025-06-17T04:25:25.673596+00:00 IST

G7 leaders leaders call for de-escalation on Iran, affirm Israel’

The leaders' statement said, "Iran is the principal source of regional instability and terror."

2025-06-17T04:19:00.683750+00:00 IST

Europe

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Former IAEA chief urges Gulf, UN to act on Trump's ultimatum

Former IAEA chief Mohamed ElBaradei has urged Gulf nations and the UN to intervene following President Trump's 48-hour ultimatum to Iran. Warning of a "ball of fire," ElBaradei called for immediate diplomacy to prevent a catastrophic war and the destruction of Iranian infrastructure.

2026-04-05T01:29:23.454552+00:00 IST

Do not be “paralysed” by war and injustice: Pope Leo XIV

Pope Leo XIV urged the global community not to be "paralysed" by ongoing conflicts during the Easter Vigil Mass. He warned that "mistrust, fear, selfishness, and resentment" have been allowed to "sever the bonds between us," calling for the power of love to restore harmony and peace.

2026-04-04T22:57:41.120001+00:00 IST

French vessel crosses Strait of Hormuz in 1st W European transit

According to EuroNews, the Maltese-flagged container ship, CMA CGM Kribi, sailed eastbound from waters off Dubai on Thursday (local time) afternoon, marking a significant development in regional shipping activity.

2026-04-04T05:54:49.714268+00:00 IST

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US iconic landmarks set to host 12th International Day of Yoga

The 12th International Day of Yoga will be celebrated across iconic US venues, including the Lincoln Memorial, Times Square, and Navy Pier. Centred on 'Yoga for Healthy Aging', the celebrations feature mass sessions, community retreats, and curtain-raiser events to promote holistic wellness, longevity, and global togetherness.

2026-06-07T05:15:11.129839+00:00 IST

Pentagon raises Israel spy threat to 'critical' level: Report

The Pentagon has raised Israel's counter-intelligence threat level to "critical" amid escalating tensions between President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu over Iran. While US officials are adopting extra security precautions against potential spying, Israel and the White House have strongly denied the espionage claims.

2026-06-07T05:06:47.528535+00:00 IST

‘Donald, Donald Trump’: Trump shares bizarre AI music video

US President Donald Trump shared an AI-generated music video on Truth Social celebrating his global popularity. The track, created by congressional candidate Anthony Constantino, features repetitive lyrics and bizarre synthetic images of Trump paragliding, riding a lion, and standing on the Moon, drawing significant attention online.

2026-06-07T04:26:53.697072+00:00 IST

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Asia

Lakshmanan Ramesh Babu, Vinay Kumar appointed India’s envoys

A MEA release said that they both are expected to take up the assignment shortly.

2026-06-09T23:53:12.120308+00:00 IST

Asia

Japan PM likely to visit Guwahati on July 1: Assam CM

In a post on X, the Assam CM on Tuesday said, "There is a possibility of Hon'ble Prime Minister of Japan, H.E Sanae Takaichi visiting Guwahati from 1st July to hold Summit Level talks with Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri@narendramodiji in Guwahati."

2026-06-09T23:40:55.660162+00:00 IST

Asia

“India, Israel united in their opposition to terrorism”: MoS

"I extend warm greetings to the Government and people of Israel on behalf of the people and the Government of India. Since its establishment in 1948, the world has witnessed the extraordinary resilience, determination and innovation that Israel has demonstrated, while contributing significantly to the development of mankind," Singh said while addressing Israel's 78th Independence Day event.

2026-06-09T23:02:07.651882+00:00 IST

US launches strikes against Iran after Apache helicopter incident

In a post on X on Tuesday (local time), the official account of US Central Command shared, "U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) forces began launching self-defence strikes against Iran at 5 p.m. ET today at the Commander in Chief's direction, in response to yesterday's downing of a U.S. Army Apache helicopter. The mission is a proportional response to unjustified Iranian aggression."

2026-06-09T23:00:49.303361+00:00 IST

Asia

Assam's Vaishnavite heritage to resonate in British Parliament

On the occasion, Pitambar Deva Goswami, Satradhikar of the revered Auniati Satra of Assam, will deliver a special lecture on the theme "Vaishnavite Culture of Assam".

2026-06-09T22:53:22.786522+00:00 IST

“US must respond”: Trump after Iran "shoots down" helicoptor

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (local time) said that an Iranian strike claimed to have downed a US Apache helicopter patrolling over the Strait of Hormuz.

2026-06-09T21:09:56.253869+00:00 IST

Asia

Slovak envoy underscores growing defence cooperation

Speaking to ANI on Tuesday, Maxian said, "Defence is a very specific area of cooperation. Slovakia has been a solid supplier of defence technologies to India since 1993. We have been one of the biggest suppliers of military hardware to India, and we have been working with the public sector units, the Indian Ordnance Factories and the Ministry of Defence. After 30 years, the scenario has been slightly changed due to the so-called indigenisation."

2026-06-09T21:03:43.977245+00:00 IST

Asia

"Symbolic”: Slovak Ambassador on PM Modi's scheduled visit

At the invitation of Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, PM Modi will undertake a State Visit to the Slovak Republic from June 14-16. This will be the first-ever visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Slovakia since the country's independence in 1993.

2026-06-09T20:31:46.442636+00:00 IST

Asia

Uruguay envoy praises India’s renewable energy push

Ambassador of Uruguay to India Alberto Antonio Guani Amarilla praised India's growing use of renewable energy and said expanding solar, wind, and biomass power will help countries achieve energy independence and stronger development.

2026-06-09T20:08:16.378258+00:00 IST

Asia

Sudhan Gurung makes comeback as Nepal's Home Minister

Gurung, who had resigned from the post earlier in April following his connection to a controversial businessman, made his comeback on Tuesday again as the Home Minister.

2026-06-09T19:55:35.836267+00:00 IST

Asia

“Assam offers something unique to the country”: MEA Secretary

Speaking to ANI on Tuesday, George said, "If you look at India's policies towards the East, we initially had Look East, which we got transformed into Act East. There is tremendous progress in our engagement with the rest of the world under that particular concept...One of the important areas of cooperation is Assam. Assam offers something unique to the country, and that is generating a lot of interest in companies to come here."

2026-06-09T19:11:19.891539+00:00 IST

Asia

No country can alter G20 alone: South African envoy

In November last year, US President Donald Trump has announced that South Africa will not be invited to the 2026 G20 Summit in Miami, while sharply criticising the South African government over what he described as "horrific Human Rights abuses".

2026-06-09T17:59:08.358230+00:00 IST

Europe

UK: Kashmiri diaspora seeks probe into reported killings in PoJK

The demonstrators alleged that "peaceful civilians have been subjected to excessive force and suppression while exercising their democratic and civil rights."

2026-06-09T17:52:11.537546+00:00 IST

Asia

'Congratulations to Indians for having great man as PM': Palestin

Shawesh, in a conversation with ANI, said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken very significant steps that moved India or put India in the global stage.

2026-06-09T17:51:39.479998+00:00 IST