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EU proposes visa ban on Russian ex-combatants

According to Kallas, the proposed sanctions package includes more than 170 new listings, making it the largest set of sanctions proposals put forward by her office in over two years. The measures target Russia's financial sector, energy industry and drone production network.

2026-06-09T17:49:00.040451+00:00 IST

EU proposes fresh sanctions over Ukraine war

The European Union on Tuesday proposes the 21st sanctions package against Russia over the Ukraine war, targeting financial institutions, energy networks, military supply chains and companies in multiple nations, including India and China, that the bloc alleges are supporting Russia's military-industrial sector.

2026-06-09T17:14:51.987298+00:00 IST

India's BRICS chairship to deliver results: South African HC

South African High Commissioner to India Anil Sooklal on Tuesday expressed confidence that the upcoming BRICS Summit under India's chairship will deliver substantive outcomes while praising New Delhi for maintaining momentum in the grouping's engagements despite a challenging global geopolitical environment.

2026-06-09T17:10:18.192701+00:00 IST

Ghalibaf hails Iran's resolve after 100 days of war

"One hundred days have passed since the national jihad that rose up to preserve the lifeblood of Iran. God's greetings upon you who warmed Iran's back, disheartened the enemy, and pulled the country from the jaws of ferocious wolves that had bared their teeth to force the submission of Islamic Iran," Ghalibaf said in a post on X.

2026-06-09T16:20:18.373316+00:00 IST

MEA celebrates PM Modi's 12 years in office

In a post on X, the MEA said India's diplomatic outreach over the past 12 years has strengthened both "Brand India" and the nation's position on the global stage.

2026-06-09T16:12:34.021922+00:00 IST

Kashmiri diaspora protests over human rights violations in PoJK

According to the organisers, participants expressed concerns over the reported human rights violations in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, claiming that people in the region continue to face restrictions on civil liberties, political repression and other forms of state action.

2026-06-09T15:40:24.077986+00:00 IST

World leaders extend greetings to PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received warm congratulations from world leaders on the eve of his becoming the longest-serving elected Prime Minister of India. World leaders from across the globe paid tribute to Prime Minister's transformative governance, his advocacy for the Global South, and his vision of an inclusive and economically dynamic India.

2026-06-09T15:36:02.637255+00:00 IST

Middle East

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Israel Defence Minister Katz says, "awaiting US green light"

During a security assessment on Thursday, Katz stated that the Israeli military is on standby for expanded operations. "Israel is prepared to renew the war against Iran," he said, adding that the Israel Defense Forces are "awaiting the green light from the United States to complete the elimination of the Khamenei dynasty," as quoted by the Jerusalem Post.

2026-04-24T06:46:26.223815+00:00 IST

Indian Envoy to Saudi Arabia congratulates Petra Menander

Khan and Menander exchanged views on the regional situation.

2026-04-24T06:15:35.418455+00:00 IST

Indian embassy in Iran urges citizens to avoid travel

In a post on X, the Embassy stated that Indians should refrain from travelling to Iran by any mode and advised those already in the country to leave in coordination with the mission.

2026-04-24T05:14:21.405206+00:00 IST

Asia

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Pakistan tightens social media rules for civil servants

Pakistan's federal government has decided in principle to take strict action against civil servants accused of violating newly tightened rules governing social media use, including through their personal accounts, according to sources cited by The Express Tribune.

2026-08-21T07:30:28.962121+00:00 IST

India-Singapore identify new avenues to deepen cooperation

India and Singapore successfully concluded the fourth ministerial roundtable where the top brass of both countries identified new and emerging areas such as green economy, industrial parks, fintech and semiconductors to further deepen the partnership.

2026-08-21T07:26:03.183685+00:00 IST

US Ambassador Sergio Gor visits Thiksey Monastery in Ladakh

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor visited the 15th-century Thiksey Monastery in Ladakh on Friday. Situated 19 km from Leh, the hilltop site overlooks the Indus River. The visit follows engagements across Jammu and Kashmir and highlights strengthening India-US ties and regional stability.

2026-08-21T07:13:06.824353+00:00 IST

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"Will meet leaders at G7 Summit..": PM Modi as he lands in Canada

PM Modi said that he will meet various leaders at the G7 Summit and share his thoughts on important global issues.

2025-06-17T03:24:02.760507+00:00 IST

Trump leaves G7 Summit early amid Israel-Iran tensions

Trump's early departure comes as the conflict between Iran and Israel expands by the day. Israel is ramping up its attacks as part of a push to destroy Iran's nuclear program.

2025-06-17T03:15:34.864122+00:00 IST

"More money in trade with India than there is with Pakistan"

Bordman said that the Khalistan movement is a significant obstacle in India-Canada relations. He asserted that Canada's leniency towards Sikh separatist groups operating in Canada, allegedly funded by Pakistan, is perceived as support for terrorism and balkanization by India. Canadian journalist Daniel Bordman called PM Modi's Canada visit significant, linking it to a shift in politics, trade priorities, and a tougher stance on Khalistani extremism. He said cracking down on radical groups like Khalistanis is key to boosting Canada's global credibility and economic ties with India.

2025-06-17T01:59:27.480707+00:00 IST

Europe

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UK’s FCA, Bank of England launch taskforce

Currently, transaction rules are governed mainly by regulatory laws, including the UK MiFIR (Markets in Financial Instruments Regulation), UK EMIR (European Market Infrastructure Regulation) and UK SFTR (Securities Financing Transactions Regulation).

2026-04-02T14:38:54.305398+00:00 IST

UN Rapporteur flags Pakistan’s alleged crackdown on Baloch women

Mary Lawlor, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on human rights defenders, has voiced serious concern over reported harassment and attempts to criminalise women's rights activist Dr Sabiha Baloch and her family.

2026-04-02T14:15:55.691729+00:00 IST

Russian students develop projects for Russian transport

The Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO), under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia, hosted the second Inter-University Championship focused on Russian international transport corridors.

2026-04-02T13:46:07.968876+00:00 IST

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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

US shoots down 2 Iranian drones in Strait of Hormuz

The US military shot down two Iranian attack drones in the Strait of Hormuz late Saturday, amid a wider exchange of missile and radar strikes between US and Iranian forces. The active hostilities have severely strained the region's fragile ceasefire, complicating parallel diplomatic mediation tracks across multiple fronts.

2026-06-07T03:28:20.370288+00:00 IST

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Biden denied Modi's gas export request: Ex-Trump aide

"The other thing the Biden folk did is they turned down Prime Minister Modi's direct request in, I believe, the summer of 2023, for increased US natural gas exports. It was devastating for a whole host of reasons," Coates said.

2026-06-09T15:15:21.668872+00:00 IST

Asia

Prime Minister Modi to visit France and Slovakia from June 13-18

At the invitation of the President of France, Emmanuel Macron, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will undertake an official visit to France from June 13-14 (Nice), and June 16-18 (Evian and Paris), as well as to Slovakia from June 14-16, according to a statement by the Ministry of External Affairs.

2026-06-09T14:54:35.843831+00:00 IST

Asia

Memorandum to UNMOGIP condemns “Pak state aggression” in PoJK

A memorandum to UNMOGIP on behalf of the people of Jammu and Kashmir strongly condemned the atrocities by Pakistani authorities in PoJK and urged it to send a fact-finding team to the region to assess the scale of loss of lives.

2026-06-09T14:54:04.288529+00:00 IST

Asia

EAM S Jaishankar to visit Bulgaria and Finland from June 10-11

According to the statement, Jaishankar will visit Bulgaria on June 10, where he is expected to meet the Bulgarian leadership and hold discussions with his counterpart on bilateral and global issues of mutual interest.

2026-06-09T14:24:07.262269+00:00 IST

Asia

K'taka CM holds talks with Dy HC of Sri Lanka

Shivakumar and Geathiswaran held talks on deepening engagement between Karnataka and Sri Lanka.

2026-06-09T13:59:49.100968+00:00 IST

Asia

India, Bangladesh discussing border issues:MEA

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Tuesday said issues related to the India-Bangladesh border are being discussed through ongoing Director General-level talks between the 57th Director General-level Border Co-ordination Conference between the BSF and Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB).

2026-06-09T13:53:48.804013+00:00 IST

Asia

Assam CM welcomes Blue Valley Cluster initiative in talks with EU

This initiative marks a significant step towards strengthening cooperation between Europe, Assam and the wider North-East region of India in developing ecosystems and value chains in sectors of mutual interest.

2026-06-09T13:47:58.769457+00:00 IST

Asia

Kashmiri activist Javed Beigh slams atrocities in PoJK

He said the exact death toll in PoJK remains unknown due to a complete blackout and the Internet and phone lines have been cut off.

2026-06-09T13:39:20.540057+00:00 IST

Asia

Contact made between MT Marivex crew, US Navy before being hit

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Tuesday said there was communication between the crew of MT Marivex, carrying 24 Indian seafarers and the US Navy before the vessel was disabled by the American forces off the coast of Oman, while confirming that all Indian crew members onboard were rescued safely.

2026-06-09T13:25:12.504131+00:00 IST

Europe

UK MP urges immediate restoration of Communications in PoJK

Imran Hussain, Member of Parliament for Bradford East, has voiced concern over the escalating tensions in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), saying that hundreds of his constituents have contacted him expressing alarm over the situation.

2026-06-09T13:21:53.170054+00:00 IST

Asia

''India is a much better partner than China,'' says Ex Trump Advi

Coates, in a conversation with ANI, said that Trump's visit to China is to see how it manages the trough in global economy created by the US-Iran war. Trump completed a high-profile state visit to Beijing on May 15, 2026, where he held a two-day summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

2026-06-09T13:00:06.360808+00:00 IST

Europe

Third International Uyghur Forum to examine global response

The release said the event comes as the international community marks ten years since what it described as China's mass internment of Uyghurs and will focus on discussions around accountability and international responses.

2026-06-09T12:30:01.811533+00:00 IST

Asia

MEA reaffirms commitment to Afghanistan's development

Reaffirming India's commitment to the welfare of the Afghan people, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Tuesday said New Delhi remains focused on fostering peace, stability and development in Afghanistan through sustained humanitarian assistance, development cooperation and capacity-building initiatives.

2026-06-09T12:13:07.767097+00:00 IST

Asia

Palau President reaffirms support for Taiwan

Palau President Surangel S Whipps Jr strongly reiterated his country's support for Taiwan during Taiwan's Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim's visit to the Pacific island nation, emphasising that Taiwan's sovereignty deserves international recognition, according to Focus Taiwan, the English-language news platform of Taiwan's Central News Agency (CNA).

2026-06-09T12:00:06.599548+00:00 IST