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"Force for global good!”: PM Modi after meeting French President

In a post on X, he said, "Delighted to meet President Macron during the Johannesburg G20 Summit. We had an engaging exchange on different issues. India-France ties remain a force for global good!"

2025-11-22T17:27:30.705376+00:00 IST

Nepal adds more than 8,00,000 new voters ahaead of March polls

As per the electoral body, the newly enlisted voters, 344,914 registered through full biometrics, while 492,180 were added via their National Identity Cards.

2025-11-22T16:55:18.258769+00:00 IST

China’s pursuit of Taiwanese legislator faces backlash

The Chongqing Municipal Public Security Bureau in late October issued a warrant against Shen, accusing him of "secessionist crimes" for his work with Kuma Academy, a civil defence initiative that educates Taiwanese citizens on how to respond in case of a Chinese invasion.

2025-11-22T15:09:10.207780+00:00 IST

Assam Minister Atul Bora slams Congress over voter roll issue

Assam Minister and Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) President Atul Bora on Saturday criticised the Congress party for questioning the Election Commission of India's (ECI) decision to conduct a Special Revision (SR) of voter rolls in the state, saying the party was "doing politics" despite a clear clarification from the EC that the process was routine and required ahead of elections.

2025-11-22T15:04:24.344808+00:00 IST

ACITI partnership to deepen collaboration: PM Modi

This initiative aims to deepen collaboration among democratic nations across three continents, focusing on emerging technologies, clean energy, and artificial intelligence.

2025-11-22T14:00:11.961415+00:00 IST

PM Modi calls to "revisit development parameters" at G20 Summit

PM Modi said that India's civilisational values, especially the principle of Integral Humanism offers a way forward.

2025-11-22T13:39:25.251648+00:00 IST

India’s priorities shine in G20 South Africa Leaders’ Declaration

India has successfully ensured that key outcomes of its 2023 G20 Presidency continue to resonate strongly in the Leaders' Declaration adopted at the G20 Summit in South Africa, while amplifying the voice and priorities of the Global South.

2025-11-22T13:06:51.878915+00:00 IST

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Trump raises tariffs on Canada by 10% over ‘fraudulent’ Reagan ad

"Ronald Reagan LOVED Tariffs for purposes of National Security and the Economy, but Canada said he didn't! Their (Canada's) Advertisement was to be taken down, IMMEDIATELY, but they let it run last night during the World Series, knowing that it was a FRAUD. Because of their serious misrepresentation of the facts and hostile act, I am increasing the Tariff on Canada by 10% over and above what they are paying now. Thank you for your attention to this matter!," Donald Trump posted on Truth Social while aboard Air Force One.

2025-10-26T00:40:36.715015+00:00 IST

Hamas has to ‘quickly’ return bodies of deceased hostages: Trump

"We have a very strong PEACE in the Middle East, and I believe it has a good chance of being EVERLASTING. Hamas is going to have to start returning the bodies of the deceased hostages, including two Americans, quickly, or the other Countries involved in this GREAT PEACE will take action," Trump posted on Truth Social.

2025-10-26T00:19:36.668789+00:00 IST

Sixty-five nations sign first UN treaty to fight cybercrime, in m

Adopted by the General Assembly in December 2024 after five years of negotiation, the Convention against Cybercrime establishes the first universal framework for investigating and prosecuting offences committed online - from ransomware and financial fraud to the non-consensual sharing of intimate images

2025-10-25T18:02:07.744121+00:00 IST

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World requires more energy in decades to come: OPEC Sec Gen

Haitham Al Ghais, Secretary-General of the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), has affirmed that the world will need more energy in the coming decade and stressed the need to ensure oil supplies are delivered in a stable and secure manner.

2025-07-10T17:15:48.723275+00:00 IST

Indian colours bring vibrance as Bharat Utsav commences in Russia

Organised in collaboration with the Moscow Government and the Embassy of India in Russia, Bharat Utsav celebrates India's rich heritage, allowing attendees to experience its vibrant traditions first-hand.

2025-07-10T14:39:05.390689+00:00 IST

Seven people were detained in Armenia on suspicion of terrorism

Seven more people were detained in Armenia on suspicion of terrorism. This was reported on July 10 in the press service of the Republican Investigative Committee (IC).

2025-07-10T09:40:24.436781+00:00 IST

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PM Modi highlights India’s efforts to remove 250 million people f

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India's effort to remove 250 million people from the clutches of poverty, during his address at G20 Leaders' Summit in Brazil.

2024-11-18T19:22:29.983750+00:00 IST

PM Modi gifted 'Silofar Panchamrit Kalash' to Nigerian President

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a three-nation tour to Nigeria, Brazil and Guyana gifted the Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu a Silofar Panchamrit Kalash (Pot) which is a stunning example of traditional craftsmanship from Kolhapur, Maharashtra.

2024-11-18T13:33:13.058772+00:00 IST

UAE Ambassador presents copy of credentials to Jamaican Minister

Hazza Ahmed Al Kaabi presented a copy of his credentials as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Jamaica to Senator Kamina Johnson Smith, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade of Jamaica, at the Ministry's headquarters in the capital, Kingston.

2024-11-18T11:18:24.735332+00:00 IST

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Seychelles President Herminie arrives in New Delhi

According to a post on X by the Ministry of External Affairs, during his engagements in Chennai and Mumbai, Herminie met key stakeholders across sectors, including governance, industry, coastal management, and health, to strengthen bilateral cooperation between the two countries.

2026-02-08T11:25:41.668483+00:00 IST

India, Malaysia explore deeper partnership in AI, Defence

The discussions took place during Prime Minister Modi's official visit to Malaysia from February 7 to 8, undertaken at the invitation of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.

2026-02-08T11:21:55.570282+00:00 IST

Pak:Payment delays hit patient care at outsourced govt hospitals

13 hospitals have been awaiting payments for the July-September quarter, leading to financial difficulties for staff. Officials also noted that another instalment for the October-December period is overdue, though organisations are still awaiting the disbursement of funds that have already been released.

2026-02-08T10:42:05.800986+00:00 IST

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Israel thwarts Palestinian attempt to pave over biblical city

Israeli authorities prevented what they described as a deliberate attempt by the Palestinian Authority (PA) to damage a major archaeological site in the Binyamin region. The operation, carried out on Monday, targeted PA engineering crews who were preparing large-scale infrastructure work at the Biblical city of Gibeon, a site of great historical and biblical significance.

2025-10-01T16:45:23.643329+00:00 IST

Israeli forces take control over Gaza’s Netzarim axis

The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) has closed the Netzarim axis in the northern Gaza Strip to people from the south trying to move north. from the south.

2025-10-01T16:40:29.265891+00:00 IST

Israeli citizen Mahmoud Salameh returns home after three months

Mahmoud Salameh, an Israeli citizen who had been imprisoned in Jordan for about three months, was returned to Israel this afternoon (Wednesday) and handed over to the coordinator of Israel's Missing and Kidnapped Persons, Soldiers and Citizens Service.

2025-10-01T16:37:33.963613+00:00 IST

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Asia

ITRHD to host Global Meet on preserving Rural Buddhist Heritage

A pre-event press conference held on Friday at WWF-India in New Delhi outlined the agenda for the upcoming International Conference on Preservation of Rural Buddhist Heritage (PRBH), scheduled from November 28 to 30 at the Dr Ambedkar International Centre in the capital.

2025-11-22T12:03:07.019469+00:00 IST

Asia

PM Modi calls for rethinking parameters for global development

Addressing the session on 'Inclusive and sustainable economic growth leaving no one behind' at the G20 Summit, PM Modi noted that while the G20 has long shaped global finance and growth, prevailing models have deprived large populations of resources and driven the over-exploitation of nature, challenges felt acutely in Africa

2025-11-22T11:48:06.620913+00:00 IST

Global outrage deepens as China’s crimes against Uyghurs exposed

The week began in Berlin, where the WUC and Campaign for Uyghurs hosted the International Uyghur Women's Dialogue from 14-15 November.

2025-11-22T11:46:35.848263+00:00 IST

Asia

TV BRICS rolls out Special Broadcast line-up for G20 Summit in So

The special programming will run from November 21 to 23, with the network restructuring its schedule to include exclusive news bulletins, themed programmes and documentaries focused on G20 and BRICS member nations.

2025-11-22T11:41:14.685898+00:00 IST

"How democracy should work": Tharoor on Trump-Mamdani meeting

Reacting to the rare moment of cooperation in Washington, Tharoor wrote on X, "This is how democracy should work. Fight passionately for your point of view in elections, with no rhetorical holds barred. But once it's over, & the people have spoken, learn to cooperate with each other in the common interests of the nation you are both pledged to serve. I would love to see more of this in India, and am trying to do my part."

2025-11-22T11:14:47.239934+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan's repressive grip tightens in Balochistan

The party warned that the state's coercive approach is driving growing resentment among the province's people and urged Pakistan to embrace dialogue instead of force, as reported by The Balochistan Post.

2025-11-22T11:12:04.855962+00:00 IST

Asia

Sun King hits 100+ on-grid Solar Units in Varanasi, aiding India’

The initiative directly supports the Government of India's flagship PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojna while marking the company's strategic entry into the Direct-to-Customer (D2C) model in the country.

2025-11-22T11:11:13.384312+00:00 IST

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PM Modi meets Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni on G20 sidelines

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on the sidelines of the G20 Summit, engaging in discussions as both leaders participated in the ongoing multilateral deliberations in Johannesburg.

2025-11-22T10:57:21.317533+00:00 IST

Asia

Kabul–Islamabad tensions fuel crackdown on Afghan migrants

Tolo News reports that Afghan migrants in Pakistan say harassment and forced removals have increased amid rising tensions between the two countries. Migrants allege police extortion and arbitrary arrests, while rights activists warn that mass deportations violate international law.

2025-11-22T10:16:42.805821+00:00 IST

US President Trump “surprised” by common ground with Mamdani

Trump and New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani held a surprisingly warm meeting at the White House, where both highlighted shared goals on crime, housing and affordability. Trump said he was "surprised" by their agreement, while Mamdani called the discussion "productive," signalling a shift from their earlier public clashes.

2025-11-22T09:56:05.431583+00:00 IST

Asia

KP CM Afridi moves court against ECP notice over campaign speech

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has challenged an ECP notice in the Peshawar High Court, calling it politically motivated and based on "hearsay." PTI-backed candidate Shehrnaz Omar Ayub also filed a similar petition. The ECP heard arguments and adjourned the case to November 25.

2025-11-22T09:54:17.379357+00:00 IST

US military stages "attack demo" Near Venezuela

This comes as the United States Department of State has announced its intention to designate the Venezuela-based Cartel de los Soles as a Foreign Terrorist Organisation (FTO), with the designation set to take effect on November 24. According to the State Department, the cartel is led by Maduro and other high-ranking officials of what Washington calls the "illegitimate Maduro regime."

2025-11-22T09:52:19.237863+00:00 IST

Europe

EU urged to stop rewarding Pakistan’s human rights abuses with tr

The protest coincided with a high-level meeting between Pakistan's Foreign Minister and EU representatives, providing a crucial moment to spotlight Pakistan's systematic repression.

2025-11-22T09:49:13.650775+00:00 IST

Asia

Taiwan detects 18 Chinese aircraft sorties, 7 vessels, 1 official

"18 sorties of PLA aircraft, 7 PLAN vessels and 1 official ship operating around Taiwan were detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. 12 out of 18 sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern and southwestern ADIZ. We have monitored the situation and responded," the ministry mentioned on X.

2025-11-22T09:47:18.517695+00:00 IST