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India, France sign NSG-GIGN LoI to boost counter-terror cooperati

India and France strengthened their counter-terrorism cooperation as Director General of the National Security Guard (NSG), Brighu Srinivasan, and Commander of France's GIGN, Colonel Benoit Villeminoz, signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) in Paris.

2025-11-20T17:57:44.809697+00:00 IST

Israel hails India as 'great power' with 'huge potential'

Israel's Minister of Economy and Industry Nir Barkat on Thursday described India as a "huge giant" and an emerging "great power", asserting that there is "huge potential" for deeper economic collaboration between the two nations after signing the Terms of Reference (ToR) to fast-track negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA).

2025-11-20T17:54:54.254095+00:00 IST

India-Australia affirm shared commitment to free Indo-Pacific

During the FMFD, the Ministers and progress under different pillars of the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, including trade & investment, defence & security, education & skills, research & innovation, science & technology, space, energy and people-to-people links. Regional and global issues of mutual interest were also discussed. The Ministers exchanged views on developments in the Indo-Pacific and affirmed their shared commitment to a free, open, secure, and prosperous Indo-Pacific.

2025-11-20T17:54:16.555521+00:00 IST

India hands over a 70-meter modular bridge and launching tools to

Ambassador of India to Nepal, Naveen Srivastava, handed over a complete set of a 70-meter modular bridge and specialised launching tools to the Minister of Physical Infrastructure and Transport, Government of Nepal, Kul Man Ghising, in a ceremony held in Hetauda, on 20 Thursday.

2025-11-20T17:40:06.593203+00:00 IST

Trump’s Ukraine Peace Plan draft may involve land concessions

A new Ukraine peace proposal being discussed within the Trump administration could involve Kyiv ceding territory in the eastern Donbas region and agreeing to limits on its military capabilities in exchange for US-backed security guarantees, CNN reported, citing a Western official familiar with the ongoing deliberations.

2025-11-20T17:39:08.672171+00:00 IST

BE’s PNEUBEVAX 14® receives WHO pre-qualification

Biological E. Limited (BE), a Hyderabad-based vaccine and pharmaceutical company, announced on Thursday that its 14-valent Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV), PNEUBEVAX 14® (BE-PCV-14), has received World Health Organization (WHO) pre-qualification (PQ) status.

2025-11-20T17:35:28.343486+00:00 IST

Taiwan detects 24 sorties of Chinese aircraft

Of the 24, 16 sorties crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait and entered the northern, central and southwestern ADIZ.

2025-11-20T17:02:58.693600+00:00 IST

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Trump's Economic aide Kevin Hassett on US shutdown

Director of the National Economic Council, Kevin Hassett, on Friday expressed concern over the US government shutdown, which is entering its fourth week, with no end in sight.

2025-10-24T19:41:03.329257+00:00 IST

Trump adviser "hopeful" on US-China trade deal

"President Trump and President Xi are great friends, and Scott Bessent is really one of the best negotiators there ever was. He's a successful businessman. We're still hopeful that we can get this thing worked out," Hassett said.

2025-10-24T18:15:24.671133+00:00 IST

US Consumer Price Index report shows inflation at 3% in September

The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.3 per cent on a seasonally adjusted basis in September, after rising 0.4 per cent in August, the US Bureau of Labour Statistics reported today.

2025-10-24T17:45:44.860801+00:00 IST

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Putin, Macron hold talks post 3 years on Ukraine conflict and Middle East tensions

Russian President Putin and French President Macron spoke by phone for the first time since 2022, discussing Ukraine and the Middle East. Putin blamed Western policies for the Ukraine conflict, while both leaders agreed diplomacy is key to resolving global tensions, RT reported.

2025-07-02T09:33:40.263982+00:00 IST

India and France conclude SHAKTI 2025 military exercise

India and France held the eighth edition of Exercise SHAKTI in France from June 18 to July 1, 2025. The joint military drills aimed to boost interoperability, tactical coordination, and preparedness in semi-urban combat, strengthening strategic defence ties between the two nations.

2025-07-01T11:12:55.963949+00:00 IST

UN chief calls on world leaders on financing for SDGs

"We're here in Sevilla to change course," the UN chief told world leaders on Monday, calling on them to grasp a once-in-a-decade opportunity to close a USD 4 trillion financing gap facing developing countries to meet sustainable development goals - and build a better world for all.

2025-07-01T00:10:23.574166+00:00 IST

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PM Modi announces 20 tons of humanitarian aid to Nigeria

"On behalf of 140 crore Indians, I express condolences over the loss of lives due to flood in Nigeria last month. In support of relief works, India is sending 20 tons of humanitarian aid," PM Modi said during a meeting with Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Abuja.

2024-11-17T12:37:02.636741+00:00 IST

PM Modi meets Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The two leaders held a meeting at the President's House in Abuja.

2024-11-17T11:03:27.866444+00:00 IST

PM Modi to be honoured with Nigeria's 2nd highest national honour

This makes PM Modi the second foreign dignitary to receive this honour. Queen Elizabeth is the only other foreign dignitary who was awarded the GCON, in 1969.

2024-11-17T06:34:02.340186+00:00 IST

Asia

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'India now necessary-to-have, not just nice-to-have': Dendias

Speaking at the India-EU Forum 2026, Dendias said that perceptions in Europe about India had evolved significantly over time.

2026-02-08T00:41:17.325698+00:00 IST

BNP's Tarique Rahman seeks votes for 'rebuilding Bangladesh'

Addressing a campaign rally at the Thakurgaon Government High School ground, Rahman said the Bangladesh Nationalist (BNP) aimed to reconstruct the country with the "support, love and strength" of the people.

2026-02-08T00:10:12.876397+00:00 IST

Pakistan: Imaan, Hadi challenge conviction in social media posts case before Islamabad HC

According to the report, the appeals seek to have the trial court's January 24 verdict, which sentenced the couple to a combined 17 years in prison on multiple charges, declared null and void.

2026-02-07T23:22:13.930845+00:00 IST

Middle East

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IDF soldier suffered light injuries in Gaza

An IDF soldier sustained light injuries from grenade shrapnel in the northern Gaza Strip.

2025-09-28T00:54:48.487321+00:00 IST

On 1st anniversary of Hezbollah leader’s elimination

The IDF (Israel Defence Forces) Intelligence Branch revealed that in the days leading up to the elimination of Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of the Hezbollah terrorist organisation, chose to remain in hiding in his Iranian-built bunker, which was destroyed in a precision air strike that was carried out by the Israel Air Force.

2025-09-28T00:37:43.882644+00:00 IST

Killer of Israeli officer Arnon Zmora eliminated in Gaza

Also eliminated with him was Sari Idris Muhammad al-Aqrab, another Hamas terrorist, who raided the country on October 7 and was close to al-Jamal.

2025-09-27T17:57:13.554429+00:00 IST

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Asia

MEA on 20th G20 Leaders' Summit in Johannesburg

This summit is the fourth consecutive G20 meeting hosted by the Global South, following Indonesia, India, and Brazil's presidencies. Prior to South Africa, the G20 presidencies were held by Brazil (2024), India (2023) and Indonesia (2022).

2025-11-20T16:58:35.803988+00:00 IST

Europe

India, Germany step up cooperation on traditional medicine

During the meeting, held in Berlin, Germany, from November 18 to November 20, the delegation focused on strengthening collaboration across three key areas -- integration of traditional medicine into public health systems, establishing reimbursement pathways to improve patient access, and enhancing regulatory frameworks for approvals and safety standards. Both nations reiterated their commitment to advancing evidence-based and people-centric traditional medicine practices.

2025-11-20T16:43:46.506995+00:00 IST

Asia

Earthquake of magnitude 3.9 strikes Pakistan

As per the statement, the earthquake struck at a shallow depth of 10km, making it susceptible to aftershocks.

2025-11-20T16:37:25.736261+00:00 IST

Asia

India, Russia cooperation in protecting population in emergencies

Officials from India's National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and Russia's Ministry of Civil Defence (EMERCOM) held a meeting in the national capital on Wednesday, the Russian Embassy shared in a post on X.

2025-11-20T16:37:11.314526+00:00 IST

Asia

Earthquake of magnitude 4.2 strikes Kyrgyzstan

As per the statement, the earthquake struck at a shallow depth of 10km, making it susceptible to aftershocks.

2025-11-20T16:31:09.836716+00:00 IST

Asia

India-Bhutan hold first meeting on Bhutan Rail Links Project

India and Bhutan held the first meeting of the Project Steering Committee on India Bhutan Rail Links project in New Delhi on Thursday, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said.

2025-11-20T16:27:38.590448+00:00 IST

Asia

US hails security cooperation with India as NIA arrests Anmol Bis

The United States on Thursday underscored its strong security cooperation with India following the arrest of fugitive gangster Anmol Bishnoi, who was deported from the US and taken into custody by the National Investigation Agency (NIA).

2025-11-20T16:25:31.960713+00:00 IST

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India hands over 3.5 tonnes medicine consignment to Seychelles

India on Thursday handed over a 3.5 tonne consignment comprising medicines for cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, gastrointestinal ailments, vitamins and supplements to Seychelles.

2025-11-20T16:08:50.509206+00:00 IST

Asia

India-Aus should leverage QUAD for regional, mutual gains:FM Wong

India and Australia should leverage their bilateral and multilateral institutions, including the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD), to strengthen their mutual and regional cooperation, Australian Foreign Minister Senator Penny Wong said on Thursday.

2025-11-20T15:55:14.135706+00:00 IST

Asia

Jaishankar co-chairs 16th India-Australia FM Dialogue

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar co-chaired the 16th India-Australia Foreign Ministers' Dialogue along with his counterpart, Penny Wong on Thursday. He highlighted that the leaders took a stock of the various facets of the partnership, with their discussions featuring global and regional developments.

2025-11-20T15:43:24.938813+00:00 IST

Asia

DRDO and DGA, France ink Technical Agreement to deepen collaborat

Secretary Department of Defence R&D and Chairman DRDO Samir V Kamat and National Armaments Director, DGA France Lieutenant General Gael Diaz de Tuesta inked the agreement at DRDO Bhawan in Delhi on Thursday.

2025-11-20T15:40:47.441456+00:00 IST

Asia

NASA debunks alien claims, releases images of Interstellar comet

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has dismissed widespread rumours claiming that interstellar object 3I/ATLAS's behaviour, including that it could be an alien spacecraft, confirming that the object is a natural comet from beyond our solar system.

2025-11-20T15:39:47.114961+00:00 IST

Middle East

Russia unveils Lancet export variant at Dubai Airshow

Rosoboronexport, following the unveiling of the Lancet loitering munition at the Dubai Airshow 2025, has claimed that the upgraded Lancet E is the most widely used loitering munition in the world, developed from extensive real-combat experience.

2025-11-20T15:34:41.620062+00:00 IST

Asia

Priorities identified by SA are aligned with those of India: MEA

In a Special Briefing by MEA on Prime Minister's visit to South Africa, Dalela said that in this Summit, food security and disaster risk management are at the fore of priorities.

2025-11-20T14:59:23.378573+00:00 IST