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Five Indian start-ups win UAE launch through CEPA Council’s flags

According to the release, the competition drew more than 10,000 applications from across India, with 20 finalists selected to present their solutions in sectors ranging from artificial intelligence, fintech, sustainability, and health technology to manufacturing, agriculture, space, and next-generation mobility.

2025-11-28T10:09:38.556248+00:00 IST

6th edition of India-Vietnam exercise VINBAX 2025 concludes

It noted that the three-week exercise significantly enhanced joint military capabilities and interoperability between both the Armies for Peacekeeping Operations. The exercise reflects the shared vision and commitment of India and Vietnam towards global peace, stability and upholding the UN mandate.

2025-11-28T10:07:36.196655+00:00 IST

Kabul urges residents to cut fuel use as pollution worsens

Kabul Municipality urged residents to cut fuel use as winter pollution worsens, with locals reporting severe smoke, health issues, and difficult breathing conditions. Experts say Kabul's bowl-shaped terrain traps pollutants, while residents call for gas pipelines and stronger government action to address the crisis.

2025-11-28T09:31:03.233041+00:00 IST

Hong Kong inferno death toll rises to 128

The number of people who have been killed in the devastating fire at an apartment complex in Hong Kong rose to 128, with as many as 200 people still missing, CNN reported on Friday, citing officials, as firefighters brought the blaze under control 42 hours after it ignited.

2025-11-28T09:28:12.427821+00:00 IST

Pakistan sees protests demanding review of 27th Amendment

Pakistani citizens are protesting the 27th Constitutional Amendment, calling it a threat to democracy and accusing the government of consolidating power. Demonstrators demand judicial independence and accountability, warning that Pakistan faces a legitimacy crisis if leaders ignore public concerns.

2025-11-28T09:13:39.613692+00:00 IST

Pakistan accused of weaponising courts to silence human rights

In a joint appeal, prominent international legal organisations have condemned what they described as Pakistan's "persistent judicial harassment" of human rights lawyers Imaan Zainab Mazari-Hazir and Hadi Ali Chattha, urging authorities to immediately drop all charges and ensure the protection of lawyers' rights, as reported by The Balochistan Post.

2025-11-28T08:16:35.852600+00:00 IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin to visit India on December 4–5

President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin will pay a state visit to India from 04-05 December 2025 for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit, according to an official statement by the MEA.

2025-11-28T08:07:00.499502+00:00 IST

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Zohran Mamdani turns NYC Blue with Mayoral win

Mamdani ran on promises to confront economic inequality and cost-of-living issues, vowing rent freezes for residents of rent-stabilized units affordable housing construction, free -- and faster -- bus service, free childcare, city-owned grocery stores to address high food costs and tax hikes on the wealthy, as per CBS News.

2025-11-05T03:44:53.449398+00:00 IST

NYC voter turnout surpasses 2 million, first since 1969

Voter turnout in New York City's mayoral election has surpassed 2 million for the first time since 1969, the city's Board of Elections said. The announcement came just before polls closed at 9 p.m. local time on Tuesday.

2025-11-05T03:08:42.034789+00:00 IST

White House says Trump “aware” of Cheney’s death

The White House gave a muted response to former Vice President Dick Cheney's death, with Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt saying President Trump was "aware" and that flags were lowered to half-staff. She did not comment on Trump's contact with the Cheney family or funeral plans.

2025-11-05T02:35:29.521286+00:00 IST

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US House passes Taiwan Conflict Deterrence Act

The US House of Representatives approved a bill designed to discourage military action by China by revealing the corruption of Chinese Communist Party (CCP) officials should such an incident occur regarding Taiwan, on Monday, according to a report from Central News Agency (CNA).

2025-07-22T09:01:52.266999+00:00 IST

UK: Protesters demand release of missing Baloch people

A protest was demonstrated outside 10 Downing Street to commemorate the fifth anniversary of the enforced disappearance of Mir Taj Muhammad Sarparah and to call for the release of all Baloch missing individuals and BYC.

2025-07-22T06:23:38.022598+00:00 IST

Global call to end Gaza war as suffering deepens

Over two dozen countries, including UK, France, and Australia, have called for an immediate Gaza ceasefire, citing deepening civilian suffering. In a joint statement, they condemned Israel's aid restrictions and urged compliance with international law, Al Jazeera reported.

2025-07-21T22:53:41.986188+00:00 IST

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Indian Dornier 228 aircraft flypast on the sidelines of India-CA

On the sidelines of the 2nd India-CARICOM Summit, leaders of the member countries witnessed a flypast of two Dornier 228 aircraft sourced from India (HAL) by Guyana.

2024-11-23T07:43:00.925339+00:00 IST

Seven Wagner mercenaries killed in Mali attack

At least seven mercenaries from Russia's Wagner group were killed in an attack in central Mali, reportedly carried out by an al Qaeda affiliate in North Africa. The incident highlights the persistent dangers Wagner forces face in the region, following significant losses in a July battle with Tuareg rebels and Islamist groups near the Algerian border.

2024-11-23T01:12:54.092631+00:00 IST

PM Modi reminisces about historic Guyana visit, shares highlights

Sharing highlights of his visit on X, he remarked, "Our friendship keep getting even stronger!"

2024-11-22T18:14:59.004619+00:00 IST

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Indonesian delegation visits Parliament during Budget Session

An Indonesian delegation visited Parliament during India's ongoing Budget Session. The visit follows last year's engagements, including Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto's Republic Day visit, meetings with Indian leaders, and reaffirmation of the India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

2026-02-10T06:48:00.364535+00:00 IST

Pakistan: Massive fire at industrial unit brought under control

A massive fire erupted at a factory in the Rawat Industrial Area near Rawalpindi which was brought under control after hours of firefighting, with cooling operations are still underway, rescue officials said on Tuesday as reported by GeoTV.

2026-02-10T06:27:45.652735+00:00 IST

RRM Sanjay Seth meets with his Arabian counterpart

This meeting came on the heels of the 8th Abu Dhabi Dialogue where India discussed migrant welfare and skills development with UAE.

2026-02-10T06:27:06.917812+00:00 IST

Middle East

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Israeli forces destroy building hiding Hezbollah weapons

As part of an operation by reserve fighters from the IDF's (Israel Defense Forces) 300th Brigade, a building where weapons belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organisation were found was destroyed this morning in the Ayta ash-Shaab area in southern Lebanon.

2025-10-10T17:13:58.661191+00:00 IST

Netanyahu tells nation his govt kept its promise

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu released a statement Friday to the Israeli public declaring, "Today we celebrate one of our great achievements in the War of Rebirth: the return of all our captives, both living and dead."

2025-10-10T17:12:23.925792+00:00 IST

Netanyahu thanks Trump, Kushner after hostage release agreement

Netanyahu said the breakthrough came after both sides agreed to release hostages and prisoners under the first phase of the Gaza peace plan.

2025-10-10T04:55:37.384893+00:00 IST

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Asia

Activists warn Pakistan over rising gender-based violence

Women's rights activists in Pakistan warned that gender-based violence is rising and most survivors lack access to justice. At an HRCP event, speakers highlighted weak law enforcement, poor support systems, low conviction rates, and inadequate mechanisms to address digital harassment, urging stronger implementation of existing laws.

2025-11-28T08:05:23.713769+00:00 IST

Middle East

3,532 people convert to Judaism in Israel last year

The conference, which was held for the first time, was attended by approximately 1,000 converts from all over the country who are in the midst of the conversion process.

2025-11-28T07:56:05.798845+00:00 IST

Middle East

Plans being made to deal with future forest fires

This week, an inter-ministerial committee meeting for dealing with forest, woodland and open space fires was held, headed by the Deputy Director General of the Ministry of Fire and Emergency Management and the Deputy Commissioner of the Fire Department, as part of the implementation of Government Resolutions 1091 and 1884 to establish buffer zones in local authorities for protection against fire and forest fires.

2025-11-28T07:40:58.722915+00:00 IST

Asia

Tokyo High Court says same-sex marriage ban constitutional

Japan's Tokyo High Court upheld the country's ban on same-sex marriage as constitutional, diverging from several earlier rulings that found the lack of recognition unconstitutional. Plaintiffs seeking damages were rejected, and a Supreme Court decision on the issue is expected next year.

2025-11-28T06:48:09.616114+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan: Academic standstill at QAU as Baloch students protest

Academic life at Islamabad's Quaid-i-Azam University (QAU) has come to a complete standstill as the Baloch Students Council (BSC) continued its sit-in for the third straight day, demanding the immediate recovery of missing student Saeed Baloch. The protest has effectively shut down the campus, forcing the administration to suspend classes amid fears that the unrest could spread if students from other groups joined in, as reported by The Balochistan Post.

2025-11-28T06:36:14.378321+00:00 IST

Asia

KP CM Afridi protests after being denied meeting with Imran

KP Chief Minister Sohail Afridi held an overnight sit-in outside Adiala jail after being repeatedly denied a meeting with Imran Khan. He accused authorities of ignoring court orders and blocking access to Imran, while PTI raised concerns over the former prime minister's health and prolonged isolation.

2025-11-28T06:12:50.574061+00:00 IST

Republicans “outraged” as National Guard shot in Washington DC

Citing The Hill, Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) wrote on X, "The Afghan terrorist who shot 2 National Guard heroes in D.C. was welcomed into this country with open arms by Joe Biden." He went on to say, "We must IMMEDIATELY BAN all ISLAM immigrants and DEPORT every single Islamist who is living among us just waiting to attack."

2025-11-28T06:01:12.220998+00:00 IST

I will permanently pause migration from all Third World Countries

US President Donald Trump has said that he would permanently pause migration from all "third-world countries", to allow the US system to terminate illegal admissions into the United States. This comes in the wake of the shooting of two National Guard service members in Washington, DC, on Wednesday by an Afghan national, which resulted in the death of one National Guard and left the other critically injured.

2025-11-28T05:38:22.537078+00:00 IST

US President Trump calls DC shooting suspect a “savage monster”

Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, 20, one of the two West Virginia National Guard personnel shot near the White House on Wednesday afternoon (local time), had died from her injuries. Trump said he had spoken with Beckstrom's family and described her as "an incredible person, outstanding in every single way."

2025-11-28T05:20:04.900636+00:00 IST

Trump, Elon Musk appear together in RFK Jr’s Thanksgiving photo

US Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr shared a Thanksgiving photo with Donald Trump and Elon Musk, sparking speculation that the two may be repairing their strained relationship after past disputes over the Epstein Files and Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill."

2025-11-28T05:17:18.715707+00:00 IST

Asia

“His health is fine”: Pak, PTI deny rumours on Imran Khan

PTI Senator Ali Zafar, during an appearance on a DawnNewsTV programme, dismissed rumours about Imran Khan. "Thank God, the news is baseless, but it is even more important after this report that the government immediately allow us the opportunity of a meeting so we can go and see for ourselves."

2025-11-28T04:34:56.199266+00:00 IST

UN calls on Pakistan to respect Imran Khan’s human-rights

The UN's deputy spokesperson reaffirmed that the world body has urged Pakistani authorities to ensure the human rights and due-process rights of Imran Khan are respected. This follows his arrest and ongoing legal proceedings -- the UN has emphasized that in such politically sensitive cases, fair treatment under law and procedural fairness are essential.

2025-11-28T04:18:54.559320+00:00 IST

Asia

‘Indian reaction should not be rhetorical': Sachdev

After Nepal released new currency featuring the territories of Lipulekh, Limiyadhura and Kalapani, Foreign Affairs Expert Robinder Sachdev said that India's reaction to it should not be rhetorical.

2025-11-28T04:09:49.315675+00:00 IST

Asia

Former Envoy responds to New Nepalese currency

Former Diplomat KP Fabian called for Nepal to diplomatically engage with India on the issue territories of Lipulekh, Limiyadhura and Kalapani, which have been now represented on the newly minted currency of the country.

2025-11-28T04:01:05.053471+00:00 IST