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Chinese robots under fire as US lawmakers propose import ban

A group of bipartisan US lawmakers has introduced the Guarding the US Against Adversarial Robotics Dominance (GUARD) Act, a bill that would subject robots made by China and other foreign adversaries to national security reviews and potentially ban their import into the United States, the US House Select Committee on China said in a press release.

2026-06-05T09:34:22.332422+00:00 IST

Pakistan accused of militarising PoJK

Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) human rights activist and political commentator Amjad Ayub Mirza has strongly criticised what he described as a coordinated effort by Pakistan to militarise the region through the proposed deployment of 14,000 additional security personnel.

2026-06-05T09:34:06.177427+00:00 IST

Sanitation lapses leave Karachi reeling under persistent foul

More than a week after Eidul Azha, residents across Karachi are still struggling with the foul smell of decomposing animal waste, raising concerns over the effectiveness of post-Eid sanitation efforts, according to a report by Dawn.

2026-06-05T09:29:24.544520+00:00 IST

CM Shivakumar meets German Thuringia delegation, EU envoy

Karnataka on Friday reaffirmed its position as one of India's leading destinations for European investment on Friday, as Chief Minister D K Shivakumar, alongwith other ministers, held high-level discussions with a visiting German delegation and separately received endorsement from the European Union Ambassador to India, Herve Delphin.

2026-06-05T09:07:18.425331+00:00 IST

Nepal’s Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal set to arrive in India

Nepal's Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal is set to arrive here in the national capital on Friday for an official visit from June 5-7.

2026-06-05T08:48:08.277198+00:00 IST

Lula calls new US tariffs "unacceptable", criticises Marco Rubio

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva sharply criticised the latest tariff measures imposed by the United States, calling them unacceptable and accusing US Secretary of State Marco Rubio of maintaining a hostile stance toward Latin America.

2026-06-05T08:33:40.973309+00:00 IST

“Objective complementarity”: Argentine Envoy

Argentine Ambassador Mariano Caucino highlighted how there exists an objective complementarity between India and Argentina and shared the progress in the expansion of items of export between the two partners.

2026-06-05T08:18:43.099371+00:00 IST

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Families of Minab school victims urge Pope for call of peace

In a letter addressed to the pontiff, relatives of schoolchildren killed in a "joint US-Israeli" military attack said his message of peace had "offered a healing touch to our broken hearts."

2026-04-20T02:51:17.355131+00:00 IST

IRGC hardliners seize control of Iran's military and diplomacy

The IRGC has reportedly seized control of Iran's military and diplomatic teams, sidelining moderate officials. Led by Maj. Gen. Ahmad Vahidi, the hardline faction has blocked the Strait of Hormuz and halted peace talks with the US, heightening regional tensions ahead of a critical ceasefire deadline.

2026-04-20T02:39:34.994795+00:00 IST

UNIFIL pays tribute to French peacekeeper killed in Lebanon

UNIFIL Head of Mission and Force Commander Major General Diodato Abagnara led a solemn ceremony at Beirut airport, honouring Montorio's "service and sacrifice".

2026-04-20T02:16:10.806498+00:00 IST

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EAM Jaishankar greets Hungary on National Day

In a post on X, Jaishankar said, "Warm greetings to the Government and people of Hungary on their National Day. Look forward to further strengthening our ties."

2026-08-20T03:33:13.662201+00:00 IST

Japanese envoy hails "fruitful discussions" with Minister Koizumi

Japanese Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi arrived in India for a two-day visit, starting with engagements at Mumbai's Western Naval Command. Japanese Ambassador Keiichi Ono hailed initial talks on maritime cooperation ahead of Koizumi's bilateral meeting with Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi to strengthen Indo-Pacific security.

2026-08-20T03:30:26.779369+00:00 IST

MJ Akbar backs US envoy's J-K remarks

Speaking to ANI, Akbar said he hoped Gor's remarks would reflect a broader shift in US policy towards the region and called for the same position to be reiterated by the US Ambassador in Pakistan.

2026-08-20T03:07:00.452800+00:00 IST

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"Just conducting retribution for act of terror": Shashi Tharoor

"The whole idea was to signal that we are not trying to start a war, we are just conducting retribution for an act of terror, which was a really vile act, 26 people being killed...It was horrendous and it was meant to do the maximum possible damage to India, to disrupt the Kashmiri economy, which was booming, to end the prospects of tourism flourishing in Kashmir...also to perhaps create a communal backlash in India...," Tharoor said.

2025-06-02T17:06:54.584114+00:00 IST

Working hand-in-hand in combating terrorism: Karim Darwish

The head of the Committee on Foreign Affairs of Egypt, Karim Darwish, on Monday expressed his support for India while highlighting how both countries are working "hand-in-hand" to combat terrorism. He also condemned the killing of 26 people in the Pahalgam terror attack.

2025-06-02T15:42:34.054068+00:00 IST

Appeal to greylist in FATF Pakistan gains momentum: BJP's Panda

BJP MP Baijayant Panda, who led the all-party delegation to Algeria on Monday, stated that India's appeal to place Pakistan back on the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list is gaining significant resonance globally, emphasising the role of illicit financing in fuelling terrorism.

2025-06-02T15:07:21.842042+00:00 IST

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World Sindhi Congress protests in Geneva over Sindh rights

World Sindhi Congress protested in Geneva during a UN session, raising concerns over alleged human rights violations in Sindh, including land dispossession, water diversion, enforced disappearances, and forced conversions, while urging international intervention and protection for affected communities.

2026-03-25T15:25:22.291635+00:00 IST

“India, UK are global AI superpowers”: Former UK PM Rishi Sunak

Speaking about the global AI landscape, at an AI-focused event hosted by the High Commission of India in London, Sunak cited the widely referenced Stanford AI Index, noting that the two countries rank among the world's leading AI powers.

2026-03-25T04:23:39.359380+00:00 IST

"India bringing enormous capabilities...AI": Doraiswami

Speaking at an AI-focused event hosted by the High Commission of India here, he highlighted India's growing role in the global AI ecosystem. Doraiswami said recent developments demonstrate the scale of capabilities India is building in the sector.

2026-03-25T03:52:57.733264+00:00 IST

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Donald Trump rejects reports of breakdown in US-Iran talks

US President Donald Trump has dismissed reports that talks with Iran have stalled, stating that communication remains active despite Middle East tensions. Conversely, Iranian officials maintain that broader negotiations are paused, demanding a ceasefire in Lebanon and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz before any comprehensive agreement can be reached.

2026-06-02T18:54:57.233844+00:00 IST

US would like to end Russian oil waiver as soon as possible

Addressing the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Rubio said the continuation of waivers depends on prevailing circumstances in global energy trade and broader US policy considerations.

2026-06-02T18:05:53.378944+00:00 IST

Trump appoints Director of Housing Finance Agency as Acting DNI

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced the appointment of William J Pulte (Bill Pulte), currently the Director of the US Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) and Chairman of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, as the Acting Director of National Intelligence (DNI) after the former DNI Tulsi Gabbard submitted her resignation last month.

2026-06-02T17:34:04.202722+00:00 IST

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Araghchi recounts surviving strike on Khamenei's office

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Thursday recounted that he survived an attack on the office of the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei during the opening hours of the US-Israeli conflict against Iran, saying he emerged from the "rubble" of the targeted building while fearing for the fate of the Supreme Leader, as per the report by the Iranian State Media Press TV.

2026-06-05T08:17:51.414616+00:00 IST

Asia

Alleged enforced disappearances continue in Pakistan

Concerns over enforced disappearances in Pakistan have intensified following reports of two new alleged abductions in Karachi and Hub Chowki, while two individuals who had previously gone missing have reportedly returned to their families, as reported by The Balochistan Post.

2026-06-05T07:32:17.047151+00:00 IST

Asia

Israeli envoy marks World Environment Day with students

Marking World Environment Day, Israeli Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, on Friday, joined students of Mount Abu School in the capital in an environmental awareness initiative, highlighting the importance of conservation, sustainable resource use, and responsibility towards the environment.

2026-06-05T07:14:59.264038+00:00 IST

Asia

US Under Secretary, Ambassador Gor advance strategic partnership

The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening strategic ties with India across critical sectors, including digital infrastructure, research collaboration, intellectual property, and agricultural trade, following a high-level visit by the US Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy, Sarah B. Rogers.

2026-06-05T07:08:54.873286+00:00 IST

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Putin sees India-Russia trade reaching $ 100 bn; speaks on KKNPP

Speaking on the sidelines of the St Petersburg International Economic Forum on Thursday (local time) Putin said Moscow and New Delhi were aiming for more ambitious economic targets as trade between the two nations continues to grow. "We are not only talking about our plans in energy, including nuclear energy. Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant (KKNPP) is now being constructed," he said.

2026-06-05T06:22:05.442169+00:00 IST

Asia

Indian companies ready to deepen presence in Venezuela: Puri

Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri called on Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodriguez on June 4 and reaffirmed India's strong support for Venezuela's energy reconstruction, noting that Indian companies are ready to deepen their presence in the South American nation.

2026-06-05T06:18:01.522321+00:00 IST

Asia

Putin's response on relations with India, China

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday (local time) described the relations between India and China as "delicate" and "multi-faceted", stressing that outside interference would be counterproductive as the two Asian powers continue efforts to address issues of mutual concern.

2026-06-05T05:47:14.618536+00:00 IST

Asia

India, EU host first tech business forum

India and the European Union hosted the first Tech Business Forum on Thursday here in the national capital-- a key step in deepening digital and trade ties under the Trade and Technology Council (TTC).

2026-06-05T05:34:14.575247+00:00 IST

Europe

Putin says Russia open to jointly developing Su-57 with India

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday said that Moscow remains ready to cooperate with India on the Su-57 fifth-generation fighter aircraft programme--in both supplying and developing it thus further deepening the defence cooperation between the two countries.

2026-06-05T04:36:55.552101+00:00 IST

Asia

India, Venezuela discuss health, energy, agri cooperation

Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodriguez on Friday expressed gratitude over her meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 4 in New Delhi and shared how the leaders held discussions on areas such as transportation, health, energy and agriculture, among others.

2026-06-05T04:23:00.560041+00:00 IST

Asia

“They stood shoulder to shoulder with us”: Iran Ambassador thanks

Iranian Ambassador to India, Mohammed Fathali, has expressed gratitude to the people of India for their support and solidarity during the West Asia conflict, when Iran lost its Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

2026-06-05T04:07:30.113391+00:00 IST

Asia

Putin hails India's independent foreign policy

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday praised India as a "great country" and defended New Delhi's independent foreign policy, while taking a dig at the attempts by the United States to pressure India over its cooperation with Russia, saying such moves are "detrimental" to bilateral and international relations.

2026-06-05T03:39:45.800056+00:00 IST

Europe

Guterres urges global action on World Environment Day

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres on Friday urged collective global action as the world marks Environment Day.

2026-06-05T03:36:55.971480+00:00 IST

Asia

US eyes focus on South, Southeast Asia to invest $1.5 billion

Ambassador Sergio Gor said on Friday that the United States is set to invest USD 1.5 billion towards facilitating building energy security infrastructure across the Indo-Pacific--with a focus on South and Southeast Asia. The project would see the mobilisation of US private capital to create LNG and other energy infrastructure in the region.

2026-06-05T03:07:49.835823+00:00 IST