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Trump says Israel, Hezbollah agree that "all shooting will stop"

US President Donald Trump announced a temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah following direct discussions. The truce halted an imminent Israeli advance on Beirut, temporarily lowering regional tensions that escalated after a previous US-Israeli strike on Iran, though negotiations with Tehran remain fluid.

2026-06-01T19:08:11.203920+00:00 IST

121 vessels redirected, 5 disabled in US blockade on Iran

The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) on Monday said that American military forces are continuing operations in support of the ongoing US blockade against Iran, with 121 commercial vessels redirected and five disabled to ensure compliance.

2026-06-01T18:35:14.701720+00:00 IST

US ceasefire applies across all fronts, including Lebanon: Iran

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Monday slammed the recent violations of the ceasefire between Iran and the US in the context of the Israeli military operation in Lebanon, noting that the deal "unequivocally" covers all fronts, including Lebanon.

2026-06-01T17:32:55.135300+00:00 IST

India-Bangladesh border guards conference to begin on June 8

Border guard officials from Bangladesh and India will meet in the national capital on June 8 to discuss border security issues as part of the biannual Director General-level border talks, for the first time since the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) government under Prime Minister Tarique Rahman came to power.

2026-06-01T17:22:07.275078+00:00 IST

Protests erupt in Nepal's parliament over PM Balen Shah's remarks

Members of the House of Representatives and the National Assembly of Nepal staged demonstrations, demanding an apology from Shah and the removal of his remarks from the parliamentary records.

2026-06-01T16:52:37.938368+00:00 IST

India, Myanmar to boost trade via Rupee-Kyat mechanism

India and Myanmar on Monday agreed to facilitate and enhance bilateral trade through the Rupee-Kyat settlement mechanism and backed closer cooperation in agro-processing, petroleum, energy and mining.

2026-06-01T16:27:43.232429+00:00 IST

President Murmu receives Myanmar counterpart

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday received Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing at the Rashtrapati Bhavan, as part of the latter's visit to India and described Myanmar as India's "gateway to Southeast Asia", underlining the strategic importance of ties between the two neighbouring countries.

2026-06-01T16:09:35.607575+00:00 IST

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Iran warns of reciprocal action if US blockade on its ports conti

Iran has warned that it will take reciprocal measures if the United States continues its maritime blockade targeting Iranian ports, even as it outlined conditions for shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, Al Jazeera reported.

2026-04-17T20:18:09.509074+00:00 IST

President Aoun pushes ‘Lebanon first’ message amid indirect criti

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has issued a strong "Lebanon first" message, widely seen as an indirect criticism of Hezbollah, while reiterating that the state alone will determine national decisions and priorities, Al Jazeera reported.

2026-04-17T19:07:57.044481+00:00 IST

UAE welcomes IMO's Legal Committee decision condemning Iran over

The United Arab Emirates has welcomed the decision of the International Maritime Organization's (IMO) Legal Committee, adopted during its 113th session, which strongly condemned Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz, along with its attacks and threats against ships in the region, its alleged aggression against the territories of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states and Jordan, and related maritime restrictions.

2026-04-17T19:02:04.741008+00:00 IST

Asia

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UP-Japan Business Summit drives investment ties: MEA

Highlighting the strategy of fostering direct ties between Indian states and Japanese prefectures, Jaiswal noted that building relationships at the state level accelerated the implementation of economic and manufacturing agendas. He underscored the efforts made during Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's recent visit to New Delhi in that direction.

2026-08-18T20:37:18.638737+00:00 IST

COAS Nepal Visit Highlights Strong India-Nepal Defence Ties: MEA

The ongoing visit of Chief of Army Staff General Dhiraj Seth to Nepal reflects the strong defence ties and military-to-military engagement between the two countries, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Tuesday, highlighting the unique tradition shared by the Indian and Nepali armies, refering to the honorary rank of General of the Nepali Army conferred on General Seth at an investiture ceremony by the Nepal President.

2026-08-18T17:57:55.898447+00:00 IST

MEA in touch with UK authorities over Captain Ajay Pant’s custody

The Ministry of External Affairs on Tuesday said it is closely monitoring the case of Indian national Captain Ajay Pant, who is in judicial custody in the United Kingdom and is in touch with British authorities, his lawyers and family to ensure his well-being.

2026-08-18T17:47:37.817892+00:00 IST

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G4 delegation meets Sierra Leone Vice President

Jalloh strongly condemned terrorism, describing its damaging consequences. "We outrightly condemn terrorism. We know the devastating impact it has not only on the security but also on the development prospects of the country," he said.

2025-05-31T00:14:26.345697+00:00 IST

Supriya Sule stresses zero tolerance on terror in Ethiopia

Nationalist Congress Party-Sharadchandra Pawar (NCP-SCP) MP Supriya Sule, who is leading the all-party Indian delegation visiting Ethiopia, met with former Ethiopian Prime Minister Hailemariam Desalegn on Saturday and discussed bilateral cooperation, regional development, and the global fight against terrorism.

2025-05-31T00:01:51.178739+00:00 IST

As India expressed disappointment, Colombia its withdraws state

In a significant accomplishment for India in its global outreach effort to expose Pakistan and to convey its zero tolerance against Terrorism, Colombia, which earlier in its statement sympathised with Pakistan over the loss of lives, has now withdrawn its statement.

2025-05-30T23:45:32.201864+00:00 IST

Europe

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Pashtun human rights defender slams Pak for attacks on Afghans

"Pakistan should be held accountable for war crimes and crimes against humanity... they have started airstrikes in Afghanistan and are targeting civilians instead of military installations," Afridi said. He further alleged that a recent strike in Kabul hit a hospital, killing around 400 civilians and injuring many others. "It is a violation of international law, and we want the UN to ensure accountability," he added.

2026-03-18T11:18:13.888824+00:00 IST

Sambhali Trust founder raises plight of asylum-seeking women at U

At the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva, Govind Singh Rathore, Founder of Sambhali Trust, highlighted the urgent challenges faced by asylum-seeking women and girls, calling for stronger global action and gender-responsive policies.

2026-03-18T10:57:12.789729+00:00 IST

Pak military accused of systematic abuses against Pashtuns

At the UNHRC session, Pashtun activist Fazal ur Rehman Afridi accused Pakistan's military of widespread human rights abuses in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, including killings, disappearances, and torture. He urged international investigation, repeal of controversial laws, and accountability for alleged war crimes.

2026-03-18T08:09:39.612896+00:00 IST

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Trump slams US court system as “rigged” after key setbacks

US President Donald Trump criticised the US court system as "RIGGED" after legal rulings blocked his tariff policy and the renaming of the Kennedy Center. Trump attacked the federal judge involved, alleging a conflict of interest, while US customs officials began processing over 160 million USD in tariff refunds.

2026-05-30T21:51:53.761831+00:00 IST

MAGA loyalist Sonny Joy Nelson quits White House

White House Director of Media Affairs Sonny Joy Nelson is leaving her role to launch a private communications agency, Cornerstone Strategics. Her departure comes amid a wave of recent high-profile Trump administration resignations, including Tulsi Gabbard. Nelson, who is also expecting her second child, received widespread praise from colleagues.

2026-05-30T20:47:16.175899+00:00 IST

US military 'disables' commercial ship heading to Iran with Hellfire missile

US forces disabled a Gambia-flagged ship violating its blockading restrictions against Iran. The naval blockade, launched following regional strikes, has stranded oil and fertiliser supplies, shaking the global economy. Amid a fragile ceasefire, negotiations continue regarding a 60-day extension, nuclear talks, and potential temporary shipping fees.

2026-05-30T19:22:56.560755+00:00 IST

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Asia

PM Modi urges Myanmar to restore democracy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday urged Myanmar's President U Min Aung Hlaing to find a path towards democratic transition in the country and emphasised the need for the inclusion of all stakeholders in the country's peace process.

2026-06-01T14:47:32.719325+00:00 IST

Asia

PM Modi flags border unrest, refugee issue with Myanmar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday raised concerns over the impact of Myanmar's armed group activities along India's border areas and discussed the issue of refugees with the President of Myanmar, U Min Aung Hlaing, during the high-level bilateral talks between the two leaders, the Ministry of External Affairs stated.

2026-06-01T14:37:49.488971+00:00 IST

Asia

Over 2,400 Indians repatriated from Myanmar cyber scam compounds

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Monday said that a total of 2,411 Indian nationals who were stuck in cyber scam compounds in Myanmar have been repatriated over the last one and a half years, while over 150 Indians are still believed to be trapped there.

2026-06-01T14:00:35.736123+00:00 IST

Asia

China tightens surveillance, imposes travel restrictions ahead of Tiananmen anniversary

According to The Epoch Times, the June 4, 1989, military crackdown on the student-led pro-democracy movement in Beijing resulted in thousands of deaths and injuries. The report noted that the Chinese government continues to treat public remembrance of the incident as a highly sensitive issue.

2026-06-01T12:27:05.671019+00:00 IST

Asia

Myanmar assures action against border insurgents

Myanmar on Monday assured India that it will take "everything necessary" to clamp down on Indian insurgent groups operating from within its borders, ensuring they no longer pose a threat to India's security.

2026-06-01T12:26:36.309128+00:00 IST

Asia

Myanmar to complete stalled projects: MEA

Myanmar on Monday assured India it will do "everything" to push two key connectivity projects -- stalled due to active hostilities in the Southeast Asian nation -- to completion during the talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President of Myanmar U Min Aung Hlaing as part of the latter's four-day visit to the country.

2026-06-01T11:40:18.790719+00:00 IST

Asia

India, Myanmar to deepen minerals, rare earths ties

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, in a special briefing on the visit of Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing to India, said that the issues related to critical minerals and rare earths were discussed between the two sides during the meeting of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Myanmar President.

2026-06-01T10:48:33.803373+00:00 IST

Asia

India, Australia to inaugurate joint staff talks

Ministers welcomed the growing strategic convergence between Australia, India, Japan and the United States in the Indo-Pacific as they reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing collaboration on maritime domain awareness to increase interoperability among the partners. Ministers expressed strong support for the Quad Indo-Pacific Maritime Surveillance Collaboration (IPMSC) initiative, to be implemented initially in the Indian Ocean Region as well as through subject matter expert exchanges and tabletop exercises.

2026-06-01T10:13:37.875582+00:00 IST

Asia

China reportedly steps up coast guard patrols near Taiwan

China has significantly increased the frequency of its coast guard patrols around Taiwan's Pratas Islands since February 2024, according to Taiwan's Coast Guard Administration (CGA), as reported by Taipei Times.

2026-06-01T09:32:38.998791+00:00 IST

Asia

India, Australia set to develop MoU for deepening defence ties

The two sides reviewed progress made since the inaugural dialogue held on October 9, 2025 and discussed ways to strengthen strategic and defence ties. They also welcomed progress towards renewing and strengthening the Joint Declaration on Defence and Security Cooperation. One of the key outcomes of the meeting was the advancements in bilateral maritime security cooperation and efforts to finalise the Joint Maritime Security Collaboration Roadmap.

2026-06-01T09:30:48.265837+00:00 IST

Asia

Karachi University teachers' protest disrupts exams

Nearly 50,000 students at Karachi University (KU), Pakistan's largest public university, are facing uncertainty as a teachers' boycott of semester examinations over alleged unpaid dues has entered its fourth week, according to Dawn.

2026-06-01T09:29:11.068455+00:00 IST

Asia

India extends greetings to Samoa on its independence day

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Monday extended greetings to the Government and people of Samoa on the occassion of their independence day. The minister also shared an update on India delivering on a commitment made during the FIPIC-III (Forum for India-Pacific Islands Cooperation) Summit.

2026-06-01T09:29:02.957739+00:00 IST

Europe

World Uyghur Congress raises alarm over Chinese influence efforts

The latest weekly brief from the World Uyghur Congress highlighted several key developments concerning the Uyghur community and ongoing concerns about China's policies in East Turkistan. First, the brief reported strong criticism from 20 Uyghur organisations and Turkish support groups over the visit of Chinese Consul General Wei Xiaodong to the Kucukcekmece Municipality in Istanbul.

2026-06-01T08:55:53.471291+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan: Delayed salaries, pensions leaves workers in crisis

Employees of the Hyderabad Water and Sewerage Corporation (HWSC) in Pakistan's Sindh province are reportedly facing severe financial difficulties due to prolonged delays in the payment of salaries, pensions, and retirement benefits, according to a report published by The Express Tribune.

2026-06-01T08:44:27.526121+00:00 IST