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6.2 magnitude earthquake hits Gulf of Mexico

An earthquake of magnitude 6.2 struck the Gulf of Mexico region on Sunday night, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS).

2026-06-08T19:57:30.471359+00:00 IST

US Judge blocks Trump's $100K H-1B visa fee plan

A US federal judge on Monday (local time) blocked a proposal by President Donald Trump to impose a USD 100,000 fee on employers seeking to hire foreign workers for specialised roles under the H-1B visa programme.

2026-06-08T19:25:39.741897+00:00 IST

Road accident in Dubai claims lives of Indian workers

Several Indian workers were killed in Dubai on Monday in a tragic accident as a minibus collided with a truck.

2026-06-08T18:27:23.159313+00:00 IST

Iran says Strait of Hormuz key deterrence against US, Israel

Assistant Professor of West Asian Studies at the University of Tehran, Elham Kadkhodaee, said that Tehran views the Strait of Hormuz as a strategic lever of deterrence aimed at ensuring that the United States and Israel 'think twice' before launching any attack on the country, noting that by maintaining this kind of deterrence, the Islamic Republic is trying to build it and strengthen it further amid the West Asia conflict.

2026-06-08T17:44:28.490851+00:00 IST

Israel: Defence spending leads 2026 budget reallocations

The Knesset Finance Committee on Monday approved a series of adjustments to Israel's 2026 state budget, including inter-ministerial transfers and multi-year surplus carryovers. The changes include significant reallocations to defense, housing, and health, reflecting both ongoing wartime expenditure pressures and routine fiscal adjustments within Israel's budget system.

2026-06-08T17:32:00.568033+00:00 IST

Netanyahu declares pause in strikes, warns Iran to strike again

While stopping short of declaring a formal ceasefire, Netanyahu emphasised that the military response concluded after Tehran ceased its own missile barrages on Israeli territory.

2026-06-08T17:26:36.100163+00:00 IST

Palau-flagged oil tanker made 4 attempts to evade Hormuz blockade

The oil tanker MT Marivex, carrying 24 Indian crew members and which reported a fire incident earlier on Monday, is a Palau-flagged vessel that is blacklisted and sanctioned by the US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and is not Indian-owned, sources said.

2026-06-08T17:10:05.899746+00:00 IST

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Iranian President Pezeshkian slams US over ‘hypocritical’ stance

Pezeshkian said Iran remains open to dialogue but accused Washington of undermining genuine talks through pressure tactics, including threats and sanctions.

2026-04-22T23:19:53.270875+00:00 IST

Iran rejects Trump’s "seriously fractured" leadership claim

Iran on Wednesday strongly rejected the comment made by US President Donald Trump in his ceasefire extension announcement, alleging that the Iranian leadership is "seriously fractured", accusing him of spreading falsehoods and engaging in propaganda.

2026-04-22T17:31:01.644060+00:00 IST

Iran's IRGC claims seizure of two vessels in Strait of Hormuz

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Wednesday claimed that its naval forces seized two vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, alleging that the vessels violated its territorial waters and tried to exit the strategic waterway without authorisation from Tehran.

2026-04-22T11:27:57.430364+00:00 IST

Asia

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Polish PM Tusk’s India visit to send strong signal for cooperatio

Speaking at an event in the national capital, Switalski on Tusk's impending visit to India said, "We are very much for his visit. I think it was informally announced that there are plans. It is the continuation of our political dialogue."

2026-08-20T23:56:03.947680+00:00 IST

India-EU FTA expected to be operational by year-end: Świtalski

"I hope that, as they say, by the end of the year, it will be ready. It will be operational," he said.

2026-08-20T23:53:16.139744+00:00 IST

MEA Secy Sripriya Ranganathan concludes Palestine visit

India and Palestine further strengthened their longstanding partnership during the official visit of Ambassador Sripriya Ranganathan, Secretary (Consular, Passport and Visa, and Overseas Indian Affairs), Ministry of External Affairs, to Ramallah, with discussions focusing on health cooperation, development partnership, skills and capacity building, and community engagement.

2026-08-20T23:33:49.838987+00:00 IST

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Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Norway, UK announce sanctions

The Foreign Ministers of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Norway and the United Kingdom collectively announced sanctions and other measures targeting Israel ministers Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich for inciting violence against Palestinians in the West Bank.

2025-06-11T23:08:31.101386+00:00 IST

Modi at G7 a chance to reset India-Canada ties: Josh Udall

Canadian political analyst Josh Udall says Prime Minister Modi's G7 visit offers a chance to reset India-Canada ties. He highlights trade opportunities under PM Carney, but warns that progress on Khalistan-related concerns will only come if linked to economic incentives. Trust-building may begin, but change will be gradual.

2025-06-11T07:03:49.471362+00:00 IST

“Deeply saddened by tragic road accident…”:Indian High Commission

The Indian High Commission in Kenya has expressed grief over the loss of lives of five Indian nationals who lost their lives in a road accident Kenya's Nyandarua County.

2025-06-10T17:12:39.524778+00:00 IST

Europe

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Pope Leo XIV urges Trump to find "off-ramp" to end Iran war

Pope Leo XIV has urged US President Donald Trump to find an "off-ramp" to end the conflict with Iran. The American-born Pontiff called for a diplomatic shift to stop the widening regional war, expressing hope that the White House will prioritise reducing violence and preserving life.

2026-04-01T01:01:59.934975+00:00 IST

Embraer’s KC-390 Millennium successfully concludes cold weather c

Brazilian Aerospace company Embraer announced on Tuesday that it successfully completed an intensive cold-weather demonstration campaign of the KC-390 Millennium in Sweden. Noting that it was conducted at the Vidsel Test Range military facility, the operation showcased the aircraft's performance and highlighted its capability to operate in Arctic conditions and support Agile Combat Employment (ACE) concepts, as per an official statement.

2026-03-31T16:30:24.501988+00:00 IST

China’s new language law sparks concerns

China's newly introduced "Ethnic Unity and Progress" law on March 12, 2026, has raised serious concerns over the preservation of linguistic and cultural identity among ethnic minorities, particularly Tibetans, according to a report by the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA).

2026-03-31T10:35:54.411292+00:00 IST

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Iran down to “maybe 21, 22 percent” of missiles: Trump

US President Donald Trump claimed Washington has severely degraded Iran's missile arsenal, though intelligence reports suggest otherwise. Meanwhile, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun rebuked Tehran for interfering in Lebanon and urged Hezbollah to choose diplomacy over continued military conflict with Israel following a recent ceasefire understanding.

2026-06-06T02:14:30.932130+00:00 IST

US sanctions network smuggling Iranian LPG

The network used front companies in the United Arab Emirates and China, foreign bank accounts, and Iran's shadow fleet to move millions of barrels of Iranian LPG while concealing its Iranian origin and evading US sanctions.

2026-06-06T02:02:01.059787+00:00 IST

US sanctions UAE, Chinese cos to strangle Iranian energy network

Thomas Pigott, Spokesperson for the US Department of State, said that the network used front companies in the United Arab Emirates and China, along with Iran's shadow fleet of vessels, to disguise Iranian-origin fuel and circumvent US sanctions.

2026-06-05T17:39:21.732613+00:00 IST

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Middle East

Iran-Israel ceasefire collapses on day 100 of conflict; missiles fly alongside diplomatic efforts to

Within a span of less than 24 hours, the region witnessed missile barrages, retaliatory airstrikes, threats of further escalation, the involvement of regional proxies, and urgent diplomatic interventions by world powers seeking to prevent a border regional war.

2026-06-08T16:47:48.312088+00:00 IST

Middle East

All 24 Indians on MT Marivex rescued: Indian Embassy in Muscat

All 24 Indian crew members aboard the oil tanker MT Marivex were safely rescued by Omani authorities after a fire incident on a Madagascar-flagged vessel, the Indian Embassy in Muscat said on Monday.

2026-06-08T15:52:50.839744+00:00 IST

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

Middle East

Iranian media alleges bias in IAEA draft resolution

According to Press TV, the draft resolution "harshly criticizes Iran's nuclear program, repeats claims of non-compliance, and demands greater access while threatening further escalation including possible UN Security Council referral."

2026-06-08T15:31:17.223524+00:00 IST

Asia

PM Modi expresses grief over deadly Mindanao earthquake

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed condolences after an earthquake of 7.8 magnitude struck the southern Philippines, leaving at least 32 dead, dozens injured and widespread destruction in its wake.

2026-06-08T14:42:16.490177+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

Europe

Bradford protest highlights Pakistan’s alleged rights abuses

Members of the Kashmiri diaspora, human rights advocates, and community representatives continued their protest outside the Pakistani Consulate in Bradford, demanding international attention to what they described as a worsening human rights situation in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK).

2026-06-08T14:21:53.372794+00:00 IST

Asia

Taiwan expands ban on China’s straits forum

Taiwan has widened restrictions on participation in China's annual Straits Forum, barring both central and local government officials from attending the event, as reported by Focus Taiwan.

2026-06-08T14:11:05.657885+00:00 IST

Asia

Pak issues 737 visas to Indian pilgrims for Guru Arjan Dev ji

Pakistan on Monday issued 737 visas to Indian pilgrims to enable their participation in events marking the Martyrdom Day of Guru Arjan Dev Ji, scheduled to be held in Pakistan from June 10 to June 19.

2026-06-08T14:10:43.535522+00:00 IST

Asia

PM Modi congratulates Armenian PM Pashinyan on poll win

In a post on X, Prime Minister Modi said the renewed mandate reflected the trust and confidence reposed by the people of Armenia in Pashinyan's leadership and vision.

2026-06-08T14:04:56.208208+00:00 IST

Europe

JKNIA Chairman Mahmood Kashmiri accuses Pakistan of militarisatio

Chairman of the Jammu and Kashmir National Independence Alliance (JKNIA), Mahmood Kashmiri, has accused Pakistan of deploying thousands of security personnel into Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) and carrying out what he described as "massacres" against residents.

2026-06-08T14:00:43.462273+00:00 IST

Middle East

Israel to halt strikes on Iran at US request : Report

Israel has agreed to a request from the US President Donald Trump's administration to halt strikes on Iran, but it will continue military operations in southern Lebanon, according to two Israeli sources cited by CNN.

2026-06-08T13:25:13.362367+00:00 IST

Middle East

Pezeshkian signals Iran's dual track of defence and diplomacy

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Monday asserted that Tehran remains committed to both defending its national interests and pursuing diplomatic engagement, emphasising that the country will not back down in the face of threats while also keeping the door open to negotiations.

2026-06-08T13:23:01.748387+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan's digital governance failure leaves thousands stranded

A month-long breakdown of internet and biometric verification services at the domicile issuance branch inside the District Courts complex in Rawalpindi has disrupted essential public services, leaving thousands of students and job applicants unable to obtain domicile certificates required for admissions and employment, as reported by The Express Tribune.

2026-06-08T12:33:09.628014+00:00 IST