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Afghanistan: UN warns economic strain as over Afghans return

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has published a new report on the economic situation of the Afghan people, particularly deported migrants and expressed concern that the return of 2.3 million Afghan migrants from neighbouring countries has severely affected the reconstruction process of Afghanistan, Tolo news reported.

2025-11-25T03:20:01.838343+00:00 IST

Ambassador Kwatra highlights opportunities for science, tech, AI

India's Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra met Congressman Jay Obernolte and held discussions with him to enhance the cooperation between India and the US in areas such as science, technology, artificial intelligence and innovation.

2025-11-25T02:53:28.595678+00:00 IST

China expands military infrastructure near India

China is rapidly expanding military and civilian infrastructure in Tibet near the Indian border, improving roads, airfields, railways and logistics to strengthen troop mobility and control. Reports warn these developments enhance China's ability to project force along the LAC and challenge India's position.

2025-11-25T02:50:55.492815+00:00 IST

Ethiopia volcanic ash disrupts flights across northwest India

A volcanic ash cloud from Ethiopia's Hayli Gubbi volcano reached northwest India, disrupting visibility and flights. The DGCA issued an advisory urging airlines and airports to stay alert, while Akasa Air, IndiGo and KLM cancelled several services as authorities monitored the shifting ash plume.

2025-11-25T02:30:58.264057+00:00 IST

Taiwan monitors Chinese Military activity: 11 sorties, 5 vessels

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence detected 11 Chinese military sorties and five naval vessels in its territorial waters as of 6 am (local time) on Tuesday.

2025-11-25T01:29:32.448145+00:00 IST

Tornado tears through Harris County, Texas; over 100 homes damage

More than 100 homes were damaged Monday afternoon after a tornado swept through Harris County, Texas

2025-11-25T01:15:24.017090+00:00 IST

Pakistani diplomat, Afghan governor meet to ease tensions

A Pakistani diplomat met a senior Afghan governor in Jalalabad, marking the first high-level contact between the two sides in months amid rising security concerns in the region.

2025-11-25T01:09:17.402287+00:00 IST

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JD Vance on interfaith marriage with his Hindu wife, Usha

US Vice President JD Vance on Friday addressed criticism over his comments on his interfaith marriage with his Hindu wife, Usha. Vance stated that while he hopes his wife will one day share his Christian faith, she has no plans to convert, and he respects her decision.

2025-10-31T16:38:24.394925+00:00 IST

India backs ICJ, upholding rule of law: Saumitra Khan

BJP MP Saumitra Khan reaffirmed India's commitment to international law and environmental obligations at the UN General Assembly, expressing continued support for the International Court of Justice and its role in upholding the rule of law and addressing global challenges like climate change and genocide prevention.

2025-10-31T05:19:01.817021+00:00 IST

Trump pushes GOP for "nuclear option" on filibuster

US President Donald Trump urged Senate Republicans to scrap the filibuster using the "nuclear option" to end the government shutdown. His call came as the shutdown extended beyond 30 days, with Democrats opposing funding measures without ACA subsidy extensions, The Hill reported.

2025-10-31T04:24:59.356789+00:00 IST

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Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav arrives in Madrid

CM Yadav concluded his three-day visit to the UAE on Tuesday. The visit, from July 13 to 19, aims to bring global investment to Madhya Pradesh, encourage technology sharing, and create new job opportunities under the umbrella of "Global Dialogue 2025."

2025-07-15T21:59:50.581036+00:00 IST

Kremlin weighs response to Trump’s Ukraine ultimatum

US President Donald Trump threatened steep tariffs on Russia unless a Ukraine peace deal is reached in 50 days. Russia dismissed the warning as a "theatrical ultimatum." Meanwhile, 18 were injured in Ukrainian drone attacks, and the EU is close to announcing new sanctions on Russia.

2025-07-15T16:56:10.971328+00:00 IST

Zelensky signs law on Ukraine's withdrawal from Ottawa Convention

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday, signed a law suspending the Ottawa Convention prohibiting the use of anti-personnel mines for the country.

2025-07-15T15:26:56.310826+00:00 IST

Others

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PM Modi received by Grenada, Barbados PMs in Guyana

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was received by PMs of Barbados and Grenada upon his arrival at the hotel in Guyana.

2024-11-20T04:45:40.515200+00:00 IST

US pledges USD 4 Billion to replenish World Bank's IDA

US President Joe Biden announced that America will pledge USD 4 Billion over the period of next 3 years to replenish the World Bank's International Development Association.

2024-11-20T03:49:30.563429+00:00 IST

PM Modi lands in Guyana, received by President Irfaan Ali

Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in Guyana and was received by the President of Guyana, Mohamed Irfaan Ali and members of the cabinet.

2024-11-20T03:15:56.894969+00:00 IST

Asia

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets Seychelles President Herminie

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday met Seychelles President Patrick Herminie at the Hyderabad House.

2026-02-09T06:21:23.532974+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar meets Seychelles President Herminie

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday called upon Seychelles President Patrick Herminie and appreciated the President's support to vision MAHASAGAR.

2026-02-09T06:02:08.614286+00:00 IST

Pakistan: Six Baloch men reportedly detained

At least six Baloch men from various parts of Balochistan and Karachi have allegedly been detained by Pakistani security personnel and are currently unaccounted for, according to their families, as reported by The Balochistan Post (TBP).

2026-02-09T04:13:26.954723+00:00 IST

Middle East

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Nahyan bin Mubarak joins Iraqi community heritage celebration

Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, accompanied by Dr. Muzafar Mustafa Al Jabouri, Ambassador of the Republic of Iraq to the UAE, along with a distinguished group of diplomats and leading figures from the Iraqi community in the UAE, attended a major public celebration commemorating the rich cultural heritage and history of the Iraqi community.

2025-10-04T18:27:22.945198+00:00 IST

Israel deports 137 members of the Sumud Flotilla to Turkey

The Israeli Foreign Ministry announced that 137 members of the 'Sumud' flotilla have been deported to Turkey. All activists were deported on a plane sent from Turkey to pick them up.

2025-10-04T15:10:21.761185+00:00 IST

Israel responds positively to Donald Trump’s announcement

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded to US President Donald Trump's statement last night, which called on Israel to stop its attacks on Gaza, saying that Hamas' response to his plan shows that it is "ready for peace."

2025-10-04T14:42:36.192149+00:00 IST

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Middle East

Bank of Israel cuts interest rate to 4.25% for first time

After nearly two years, the Bank of Israel lowered its interest rate, cutting it by a quarter of a percentage point to 4.25 per cent on Monday. This marks the first reduction since January 2024, ending a stretch of 14 consecutive decisions in which the rate remained unchanged at 4.5 per cent.

2025-11-25T00:30:29.102537+00:00 IST

Trump does not support American workers being replaced

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt emphasised that President Donald Trump is committed to protecting American jobs while encouraging foreign investment in the United States.

2025-11-25T00:25:49.038947+00:00 IST

Middle East

Gaza humanitarian foundation delivers more than 187 meals

The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) today announced the successful completion of its emergency mission in Gaza after delivering more than 187 million free meals directly to civilians living in Gaza -- a record humanitarian operation that ensured food aid reached Palestinian families safely and without diversion to Hamas or other entities.

2025-11-25T00:25:33.580641+00:00 IST

Asia

Ash cloud from Ethiopia’s volcano to hit North India by 10 pm

An ash cloud from Ethiopia's Hayli Gubbi volcano is expected to enter parts of western India this evening and move across several northern states, according to IndiaMetSky Weather.

2025-11-25T00:21:31.636891+00:00 IST

Middle East

Israel to establish national database on charging stations

Israel's Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure is promoting a national database for electric charging stations to increase competition between charging station operators - the database will be operated in real time, will be accessible to the public, will reduce "range anxiety", and will support the acceleration of the transition to electric vehicles in Israel.

2025-11-25T00:20:53.204419+00:00 IST

Middle East

Dubai Airshow honours late Wing Commander Namansh Syal

The Dubai Airshow team expressed deep sorrow over the loss of Wing Commander Namansh Syal, who tragically lost his life in a Tejas fighter jet crash during the Dubai Air Show.

2025-11-24T22:58:58.469120+00:00 IST

Asia

Xi, Trump discuss cooperation, Taiwan in phone call

President Xi Jinping spoke with US President Donald Trump over the phone, emphasising the need to maintain a steady and positive trajectory in China-US relations.

2025-11-24T22:18:31.513088+00:00 IST

Asia

Airlines on alert as Ethiopian volcano ash drifts toward India

IndiGo, Air India, and Akasa Air have assured passengers that safety remains their top priority following the eruption of Ethiopia's Hayli Gubbi volcano, whose ash clouds are drifting towards parts of India.

2025-11-24T21:31:21.566188+00:00 IST

Asia

India-Afghanistan commit to enhancing trade, economic cooperation

Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday met with Alhaj Nooruddin Azizi, Afghanistan's Minister of Industry and Commerce, to discuss advancing economic cooperation and expanding bilateral trade between the two nations.

2025-11-24T20:53:21.473250+00:00 IST

Asia

Azizi highlights improvements in banking and trade cooperation

Afghanistan's Minister of Commerce and Industry, Alhaj Nooruddin Azizi, on Sunday announced that long-standing visa hurdles between India and Afghanistan have been resolved, allowing Afghan citizens to obtain Indian visas for both medical treatment and business purposes.

2025-11-24T18:29:04.054249+00:00 IST

Asia

Afghanistan minister seeks stronger trade ties with India

Azizi said it was "an immense pleasure" for him to see India and Afghanistan working closely again, noting the historical relationship between the two nations.

2025-11-24T18:26:15.270268+00:00 IST

Middle East

Dubai Health trains healthcare professionals on organ donation

Dubai Health organised a specialised training programme, Essential Skills in Organ Donation, to enhance the capabilities of healthcare professionals involved in organ donation and transplantation, ensuring alignment with global medical standards.

2025-11-24T17:57:26.075366+00:00 IST

Middle East

Israel releases data on violence against women

Israel Central Bureau of Statistics released a multi-system situational picture, a data collection, on violence against women on the occasion of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, to be observed Tuesday, November 25.

2025-11-24T17:56:41.285464+00:00 IST

Asia

Jaishankar greets Suriname FM on 50th Independence Day, highlight

"Conveyed good wishes on the 50th anniversary of Suriname's Independence. Look forward to deepening our partnership and people to people ties, " he wrote.

2025-11-24T17:52:01.359529+00:00 IST