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Essential we sustain strong momentum in ties: EAM Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday spoke about how it is essential for India and Australia to sustain a strong momentum in their ties so as to deliver results and in the current geopolitical landscape highlighted the greater responsibilities being carried by the two countries.

2025-11-20T14:56:51.807041+00:00 IST

US President Donald Trump's son visits the iconic Taj Mahal

American businessman and son of US President Donald Trump, Donald Trump Jr, paid a visit to the Taj Mahal on Thursday, one of the most iconic and breathtaking monuments in the world, located in Agra.

2025-11-20T13:59:06.682105+00:00 IST

Jaishankar meets Afghan Trade Minister, discuss trade, connectivi

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday met Afghanistan's Industry and Commerce Minister, Alhaj Nooruddin Azizi, in the national capital as part of the Taliban leader's five-day official visit to the country.

2025-11-20T13:41:53.036505+00:00 IST

India hosts 7th CSC NSA meeting, strengthens regional security ti

India on Thursday hosted the Seventh National Security Adviser-level meeting of the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC), bringing together top security officials from Maldives, Mauritius, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, with Seychelles participating as an Observer member and Malaysia joining for the first time as a Guest.

2025-11-20T12:55:59.455017+00:00 IST

Bangladesh pushes for stronger CSC ties, more inclusive conclave

Amid the current diplomatic situation regarding the extradition of Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from India, Bangladesh's National Security Adviser (NSA) Khalilur Rahman on Thursday reaffirmed Dhaka's commitment to strengthening cooperation within the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC), emphasising enhanced collaboration in maritime security, counterterrorism, cybersecurity and regional stability.

2025-11-20T12:02:36.879373+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar welcomes Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong on Thursday and expressed optimism ahead of the discussions between the two leaders.

2025-11-20T11:53:04.148659+00:00 IST

Union Minister Bhupender Yadav discusses India-EU climate partner

Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav held a meeting with Lars Aagaard Møller, Minister for Climate, Energy and Utilities of Denmark and Wopke Hoekstra, EU Commissioner for Climate Action. The leaders discussed aspects revolving India-EU climate partnership and agenda items of the ongoing COP.

2025-11-20T11:21:43.349581+00:00 IST

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US frustration led to end of Canada trade talks: Hassett

US National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett on Friday said that President Donald Trump was "very frustrated" with Canada over stalled trade negotiations, attributing the impasse to Ottawa's lack of flexibility and lingering influences from the previous Trudeau administration, hours after Trump abruptly terminated all talks, citing a provocative Canadian ad featuring former President Ronald Reagan.

2025-10-24T16:38:51.847871+00:00 IST

India’s Ambassador to US celebrates Diwali with World Bank

"Celebrated Diwali with friends of India at the World Bank. It is always a delight to join in celebrations with the strong community of Indian and Indian-origin diaspora who work at the World Bank and IMF," Ambassador Kwatra said.

2025-10-24T15:18:27.522327+00:00 IST

Pakistan will lose any conventional war with India: Kiriakou

Noting that Pakistan needs to come to a policy conclusion that there's nothing positive for it in fighting with India, former CIA officer John Kiriakou has said that Pakistan will lose any conventional war with India.

2025-10-24T12:42:48.789490+00:00 IST

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Over 50,000 evacuated as Türkiye battles Izmir wildfires

Turkiye continued to fight intense wildfires for a second straight day on Monday in its western province of Izmir, prompting the evacuation of more than 50,000 residents from 41 affected areas, Al Jazeera reported, citing local authorities.

2025-06-30T18:37:41.599269+00:00 IST

"The West won’t succeed in defeating Russia": Sergey Lavrov

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said the West's attempt to inflict a "strategic defeat" on Russia using the Ukraine conflict will fail. He accused NATO and the EU of militarizing Ukraine and warned that Western policies pose serious threats to Russia's security.

2025-06-30T08:28:40.129140+00:00 IST

Russia launches major strike on Ukraine’s oil and industrial hubs

Russian forces launched a massive overnight strike on Ukraine's industrial and oil facilities using missiles and drones. Ukraine confirmed the attack, reported major damage, and lost an F-16 jet. No casualties were reported, but critical infrastructure was hit in several regions, including Drohobych and Kremenchuk.

2025-06-30T08:05:45.084194+00:00 IST

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“Very excited”: Indian diaspora in Brazil ready on PM's visit

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Brazil on November 18, the Indian diaspora expressed their enthusiasm and said that they have started preparations to greet the PM.

2024-11-17T01:34:07.530504+00:00 IST

China “ready to work” with Trump administration, Xi tells Biden

United States President Joe Biden met with Chinese President Xi Jinping for the last time in Peru on Saturday, The Hill reported.

2024-11-17T01:03:05.710939+00:00 IST

"Heartwarming": PM Modi on Indian diaspora's welcome in Nigeria

Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted Indian diaspora in Nigeria as he kick-started the first leg of his three-nation visit.

2024-11-16T23:29:31.424407+00:00 IST

Asia

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Rising prices dominate Japan election as voters seek relief

According to the report, the election pits the Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi-led Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) coalition against the opposition Centrist Reform Alliance, with inflation and affordability shaping voter sentiment nationwide.

2026-02-07T21:35:51.312947+00:00 IST

Four Indian students attacked in Russia’s Ufa: Indian Embassy

The Indian embassy in Russia in a post on X, wrote, "An unfortunate incident of attack has occurred in Ufa. Several persons including four Indian students have been injured. The Embassy is in touch with the authorities and the officials from the Consulate in Kazan are on their way to Ufa to provide assistance to the injured students."

2026-02-07T21:26:55.522837+00:00 IST

UN report warns China is erasing Tibetan civilisation, identity

Reacting to the findings, members of the Tibetan exile community in Dharamshala said the UN report confirms what Tibetans have long been asserting about the situation inside Tibet.

2026-02-07T19:32:11.226836+00:00 IST

Middle East

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David Zini approved to be Israel’s next Anti-terror Chief

The Gronis Committee, Thursday night, approved the appointment of former IDF (Israel Defence Forces) Major General David Zini as the new head of the Shin Bet (Israel's anti-terror General Security Service).

2025-09-27T09:33:48.703909+00:00 IST

Indian Embassy in Riyadh holds Viksit Bharat Run 2025

The Indian Embassy in Riyadh, along with the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, successfully organised the Viksit Bharat Run 2025 on Saturday, which drew in participants from all walks of life. The event underscored the spirit of Vasudhe Kutumbakam. It was held as a part of the Seva Pakhwada and reflected the transformative progress India has achieved in areas such as infrastructure, healthcare, technology, education, and sustainability under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

2025-09-27T07:48:45.342046+00:00 IST

Egypt warns against Israeli threats to use nuclear weapons in Gaz

Egypt has warned of the current stalemate in achieving nuclear disarmament and of the grave implications of recent irresponsible Israeli statements suggesting the possible use of nuclear weapons in the Gaza Strip.

2025-09-27T01:44:34.238187+00:00 IST

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Asia

Nepali security forces used disproportionate force: HRW

The human rights advocacy group further states that it "found that police indiscriminately fired on protesters multiple times over three hours, killing 17 people in Kathmandu who had been demonstrating against corruption in politics and a sweeping social media ban imposed four days earlier at a "Gen Z" protest in the capital, Kathmandu, on September 8."

2025-11-20T11:09:30.302222+00:00 IST

Asia

India’s child gains rise but more social investment needed:UNICEF

ndia's child-focused policies are driving significant improvements in well-being and poverty reduction, yet stronger, sustained social sector investment is essential to secure long-term gains for the country's 460 million children, according to UNICEF India Representative Cynthia McCaffrey.

2025-11-20T10:54:42.609378+00:00 IST

Asia

CCP-influenced AI sparks outrage; Taiwan imposes ban

Taiwan has formally prohibited the use of Chinese-developed artificial intelligence systems in all government agencies, citing escalating cybersecurity and disinformation threats linked to China's expanding digital footprint. The move was confirmed by Deputy Minister of Digital Affairs Isabel Hou, as reported by The Taipei Times.

2025-11-20T10:51:18.787327+00:00 IST

Europe

Russia-China partnership in “the best period in their history”: Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin met Chinese Premier Li Qiang in Moscow, praising Russia-China ties as the strongest in history. He highlighted cooperation in the SCO, record trade in 2024, major joint projects and expanding cultural exchanges. Both countries also announced reciprocal visa-free travel to boost ties.

2025-11-20T10:04:11.128435+00:00 IST

Middle East

Five soldiers among suspects in Syrian arms smuggling network

Israel uncovered a significant weapons smuggling network involving several northern residents, including five soldiers, the authorities announced on Wednesday.

2025-11-20T09:51:57.405364+00:00 IST

Middle East

Israel govt must formulate plan to enforce conscripting orthodox

Israel's High Court of Justice on Wednesday ordered the Israeli government to develop a policy within 45 days to enforce military conscription for yeshiva students, including criminal sanctions against those who refuse to comply.

2025-11-20T09:46:42.929844+00:00 IST

Middle East

Sri Lankan laborers to bolster Israel’s industrial sector

Israel's Ministry of Economy and Industry has opened a new quota for 1,500 unskilled workers from Sri Lanka to support the country's industrial sector.

2025-11-20T09:33:59.870319+00:00 IST

Asia

UK Minister begins first India visit to take forward UK-India FTA

UK Minister for the Indo-Pacific Seema Malhotra started her first official visit to India on Thursday, to take forward the recently signed UK-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA), the British High Commission stated.

2025-11-20T09:30:31.450325+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan’s alarming soil decline signals looming food crisis

Pakistan may not be named in the latest State of Food and Agriculture 2025 report, but the warning signs outlined by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) mirror the country's worsening agricultural realities.

2025-11-20T09:21:13.113815+00:00 IST

Asia

Tension continues to flare in Bara of Nepal for second day

Tension has continued for the second consecutive day in Bara District bordering the Indian state of Bihar as youths identifying themselves as Gen Zers returned to the streets a day after clashing with CPN-UML cadres.

2025-11-20T09:20:31.268492+00:00 IST

Asia

Pak: Rawalpindi ATC withdraws arrest warrants for Aleema Khan

A Rawalpindi Anti-Terrorism Court cancelled arrest warrants for Aleema Khan after she appeared and filed a compliance report. She submitted new PKR 1 million surety bonds and sought the reversal of frozen bank accounts. The case stems from a PTI protest last year, with further hearings set for November 26.

2025-11-20T09:18:34.601539+00:00 IST

Asia

NSA Doval urges for 'safety, security, stability' of Indian Ocean

National Security Adviser Ajit Doval described the global security environment as "challenging" and urged countries of the Indian Ocean region to work together to ensure the "safety, security and stability" of the maritime domain.

2025-11-20T09:14:46.457988+00:00 IST

Musk’s “thank you” note sparks buzz after Trump jab

Trump revived his feud with Elon Musk at the US-Saudi Investment Forum, questioning whether Musk ever thanked him for past "favours." Musk later publicly thanked Trump online. Their relationship has remained tense since Musk criticised Trump's policies and launched plans for a new political party.

2025-11-20T08:48:45.496421+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan’s governance failure makes basic fruits unaffordable

Fruit prices in Pakistan have surged after the Afghanistan border closure halted supplies. Markets are running empty, prices have doubled, and vendors blame poor oversight and profiteering. Low-income families can no longer afford basic fruit, and sellers urge the government to restore imports to stabilise rates.

2025-11-20T08:45:05.423869+00:00 IST