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India sets up 24x7 helpline following tragic Umrah bus accident

The Consulate General of India in Jeddah has set up a 24x7 control room following a tragic bus accident late last night involving Umrah pilgrims near Madinah, Saudi Arabia

2025-11-17T07:22:59.142120+00:00 IST

CNS Tripathi discusses disaster response cooperation with US duri

According to the Navy spokesperson, discussions focused on expanding collaboration and the exchange of best practices between India and the United States in disaster response, maritime humanitarian operations and resilience initiatives across the Indo-Pacific region. The Navy said the visit reaffirmed the shared commitment to strengthening regional preparedness and humanitarian partnerships.

2025-11-17T06:56:59.328912+00:00 IST

MQM leader slams coalition government of Pakistan

Muttahida Qaumi Movement's founding leader and Supremo Altaf Hussain, during his 346th public address via TikTok, sharply criticised the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and the Pakistan People's Party (PPP) for endorsing and facilitating the approval of the 27th Constitutional Amendment.

2025-11-17T06:49:18.158321+00:00 IST

BASC Research Associate Aisha Baloch urges global action on Baloc

Taking place from November 10 to 14 in collaboration with major international human rights organisations, the week commenced with the participation of the 2022 Nobel Peace Prize winners and gathered researchers, activists, and policymakers, along with notable figures such as journalist Pierre Haski, Spanish historian Nicolas Sesma, photographer Andre Gazut, and choreographer Leslie Mannès.

2025-11-17T06:42:26.869276+00:00 IST

B'desh: Security heightens before verdict in case against Hasina

Security has been heightened outside the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) ahead of the announcement of the verdict in the case accusing ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, former home minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal, and former Inspector General of Police Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun of committing crimes against humanity during the July-August unrest that followed the anti-discrimination student movement.

2025-11-17T06:37:56.838353+00:00 IST

"Negotiations will be held in Moscow," says Russian Foreign Minis

According to the Russian Foreign Ministry, the two ministers are expected to review upcoming political engagements between New Delhi and Moscow, while also discussing major bilateral, regional, and global issues.

2025-11-17T05:39:14.266039+00:00 IST

EAM expresses shock over Saudi Arabia bus accident

In a post on X, he said the Indian Embassy in Riyadh and the Consulate in Jeddah were extending "fullest support" to all affected families.

2025-11-17T05:32:28.612304+00:00 IST

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US Congressmen introduce bipartisan resolution recognizing Diwali

US Congressmen Raja Krishnamoorthi and Brian Fitzpatrick on Tuesday (local time) introduced a bipartisan resolution in the US House of Representatives to recognise the religious and historical significance of Diwali, which began on October 20.

2025-10-21T21:23:01.786706+00:00 IST

Trump positive over trade deal with China

US President Donald Trump has expressed optimism about his upcoming trade negotiations with China, as he is set to meet his Chinese counterpart, President Xi Jinping, in South Korea in two weeks.

2025-10-21T20:32:51.228766+00:00 IST

US Attorney General lauds federal appellate court decision uphold

Bondi said that this was because Trump was the Commander-in-Chief.

2025-10-21T19:55:08.202091+00:00 IST

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"Lesson that terrorism an enemy of humanity": BJP's Tarun Chugh

Air India Flight 182, operating on the Montreal-London-Delhi-Mumbai route, on 23 June 1985, disintegrated over the Atlantic Ocean as a result of an explosion from a bomb planted by Canada-based terrorists.

2025-06-23T17:46:57.588729+00:00 IST

Ireland: BJP’s Narinder Raina pays tribute to Kanishka victims

An Indian delegation led by Union Minister Hardeep Puri is in Cork, Ireland, to attend the 40th anniversary of the Ahakista Memorial of the Kanishka terror attack.

2025-06-23T16:51:17.280537+00:00 IST

Tibetan leader in London urges youth to defend identity

Tibetan leader Penpa Tsering, during a UK visit, urged Tibetan youth to understand their history, stressed Tibet's global importance, and called for dialogue with China. He also warned against blind cooperation with China, highlighting the need to protect Tibetan identity and values.

2025-06-23T12:40:41.347391+00:00 IST

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'Khalistani separatists able to do whatever they want in Canada'

There have been very dramatic changes in Canada since Prime Minister Justin Trudeau came to office with "unfettered mass immigration" negatively impacting housing, economy and social services, former Toronto Police Sergeant (Detective) Donald Best has said and noted that there is a problem that Khalistani separatists seem to be able to do what they want.

2024-11-05T17:47:58.745843+00:00 IST

"Disengagement chapter done; de-escalation at LAC awaits": EAM Ja

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that the "disengagement chapter" between India and China over the troop deployment issue near the Depsang and Demchok areas in Eastern Ladakh along the Line of Actual Control was done and only the de-escalation part remained to be addressed by the two nations.

2024-11-05T12:18:12.297321+00:00 IST

Canada’s “largest” drug superlab busted in British Columbia

The operation was carried out by the Pacific Region RCMP Federal Policing program, which called it the "largest and most sophisticated" in Canada.

2024-11-05T07:35:26.377848+00:00 IST

Asia

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Kabul rejects Pakistan claim over Islamabad Mosque Attack

Kabul has rejected Pakistan's claims that the recent suicide bombing at a Shia mosque in Islamabad had links to Afghanistan, calling the allegations premature and unsupported by evidence, Khaama Press News Agency reported on Friday.

2026-02-06T23:00:27.946828+00:00 IST

Qatar welcomes US-Iran negotiations hosted by Oman

In a statement posted on X, Qatar's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the State of Qatar hopes the negotiations in Muscat will " lead to a comprehensive agreement that achieves the interests of both parties and enhances security and stability in the region."

2026-02-06T22:55:56.064236+00:00 IST

US Embassy issues security alert in Pakistan

In the alert, the embassy urged US nationals travelling or residing in Pakistan to exercise heightened caution and avoid areas with large public gatherings. It also advised Americans to review their personal security plans, keep a low profile, and closely monitor local media for updates on the situation.

2026-02-06T20:37:33.588146+00:00 IST

Middle East

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Israeli PM calls UK, Canada, Australia's decision to recognise Pa

Spokeswoman Shosh Badrosian shared the comments in remarks during a short news conference.

2025-09-21T15:27:42.447180+00:00 IST

Sharjah Chamber continues to support Emirati talents through Emir

The Emirati Goldsmiths platform, a flagship initiative launched by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), is set to deliver a strong showing at the 56th Watch and Jewellery Middle East Show.

2025-09-21T15:24:57.152842+00:00 IST

Palestine welcomes move by UK, Canada and Australia

The Palestinian MFA considers it a protection of the two-state solution aimed at achieving peace.

2025-09-21T15:23:41.481453+00:00 IST

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Asia

Indian pilgrims feared dead in bus accident in Saudi Arabia

In an official statement, the state government confirmed that chief minister Revanth Reddy has alerted officials in New Delhi and instructed them to coordinate closely with embassy authorities in Riyadh

2025-11-17T04:53:25.907195+00:00 IST

Europe

EAM Jaishankar to meet Russian counterpart in Moscow today

Jaishankar is leading a delegation from India for a meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Council of Heads of Government hosted by Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin on November 18.

2025-11-17T04:25:02.045270+00:00 IST

Asia

Bhupender Yadav arrives in Brazil for UNFCCC COP30

Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav, arrived in Belem, Brazil, on Monday to participate in the UNFCCC COP30 climate conference.

2025-11-17T04:04:53.335251+00:00 IST

"Nothing to hide": Trump says Republicans should vote to release

In a long statement on his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump said Republicans "have nothing to hide" and should move ahead with the vote expected this week.

2025-11-17T04:02:28.630580+00:00 IST

Europe

Assam CM connects with Indian diaspora in London

CM Sarma is on a visit to London, United Kingdom to try to bring back the sacred Vrindavani Vastra back to Assam. The artefact is in the British Museum currently. On his first day in London, Assam CM visited the city's waterfront.

2025-11-17T03:54:38.274204+00:00 IST

US to designate Venezuela’s ‘Cartel de los Soles’ as Foreign Terr

According to the State Department, the cartel is led by Maduro and other high-ranking officials of what Washington calls the "illegitimate Maduro regime." US officials say the group has deeply infiltrated and corrupted Venezuela's military, intelligence, legislature and judiciary structures, while providing support to violent criminal organisations across the region.

2025-11-17T03:10:59.062728+00:00 IST

Asia

ICT to deliver verdict today in case against Sheikh Hasina

The International Crimes Tribunal is set to deliver its long-awaited verdict on Monday, in the case accusing ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina, former home minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal, and former inspector general of police Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun of committing crimes against humanity during the July-August unrest that followed the anti-discrimination student movement.

2025-11-17T02:59:27.783552+00:00 IST

One Piece becomes resistance symbol in Mexico as GenZ protests

As Mexico protestors are determined to rattle the government, they hung a manga flag showing a skull wearing a straw hat. The juxtaposition of the cartoon flag with the protests may have seemed bizarre, but for the Gen Z protesters that filled the streets of Mexico, the gesture was packed with meaning.

2025-11-17T02:00:39.991787+00:00 IST

Asia

Taiwan detects 8 Chinese aircraft, 8 vessels, 2 ships around itse

As per the MND, of the eight, two crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's southwestern and southeastern ADIZ.

2025-11-17T01:12:53.216719+00:00 IST

Others

Chile's presidential polls headed for runoff vote between lef

With 52.39 percent of ballots tallied on Sunday evening, Jara -- a 51-year-old communist candidate representing an eight-party coalition -- led with 26.58 percent, followed by Kast on 24.32 percent, according to electoral authority Servel.

2025-11-17T01:09:56.561481+00:00 IST

Middle East

Striking international presence on opening day of Abu Dhabi World

Sunday's competitions were dedicated to athletes aged 10 to 17 across the grey, yellow, orange and green belt divisions. Participants delivered high-level technical displays, reflecting the advanced preparation of the academies and clubs taking part.

2025-11-17T01:09:17.431870+00:00 IST

Asia

Volcano in Japan's Sakurajima erupts, creates 4,400m plume

The eruption continued after the initial event, prompting the agency to issue an ashfall forecast for parts of Kagoshima, Kumamoto and Miyazaki prefectures. No injuries or damage to buildings have been reported.

2025-11-17T01:03:38.418902+00:00 IST

'Three narco-terrorists' aboard a vessel killed in 'lethal' strik

As per a report by the New York Times on November 13, US President Donald Trump's military campaign has killed at least 80 people in the waters off Central and South America. The strikes have been widely criticized as illegal.

2025-11-17T00:47:39.456151+00:00 IST

Middle East

UN says Israel shot at its peacekeepers in Lebanon

Israeli forces on Sunday (local time) "fired on UNIFIL peacekeepers from a Merkava tank from near a position Israel has established in Lebanese territory", the peacekeepers said in a statement, adding heavy-machinegun rounds hit about 5 metres (5.5 yards) from their personnel.

2025-11-17T00:23:11.734378+00:00 IST