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MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh hails Africa as "continent of the future"

On Africa Day, Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh praised India-Africa strategic ties, emphasising a USD 80 billion economic footprint. However, the MEA announced that next week's IAFS-IV summit in New Delhi is postponed due to an Ebola outbreak. New Delhi will host the IBCA Summit on June 1.

2026-05-21T13:34:46.433178+00:00 IST

Amnesty accuses Pak of systematic Ahmadi persecution

Amnesty International has issued an open letter accusing Pakistan's Punjab government of enabling persistent discrimination against the Ahmadiyya community. The rights body highlighted state-backed intimidation, worship bans during Eid, arbitrary arrests, and marriage registration blocks, urging immediate measures to protect the community's fundamental rights and repeal discriminatory laws.

2026-05-21T13:29:24.665542+00:00 IST

'Enriched uranium should not leave Iran': Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei hardens stand, defies Trum

Describing the internal consensus within Iran's highest decision-making bodies, one of two Iranian sources who spoke to Reuters on the condition of anonymity due to the highly sensitive nature of the geopolitical situation, stated, "The Supreme Leader's directive, and the consensus within the establishment, is that the stockpile of enriched uranium should not leave the country."

2026-05-21T12:35:55.507096+00:00 IST

Sergio Gor hails Indian firms' USD 20bn "incredible achievement"

US Ambassador Sergio Gor announced that the US-India interim trade pact is near finalisation, with Indian firms investing over USD 20 billion in America. To resolve recent tariff and regulatory hurdles following a US Supreme Court ruling, an American delegation will visit India next month alongside US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

2026-05-21T12:35:07.782639+00:00 IST

Iran refutes US claims over Minab school strikes

In a post on X, the Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Baghaei slammed the US claims as baseless fabrication and called it an "appalling lie".

2026-05-21T12:22:41.931908+00:00 IST

European Parliament express solidarity with Baltic states

The European Parliament's Conference of Presidents has expressed full solidarity with Latvia, Estonia and Lithuania, strongly rejecting what it described as "unfounded and dangerous" allegations by Russia that the Baltic states were preparing hostile actions against Moscow.

2026-05-21T11:57:11.352655+00:00 IST

"US–India trade deal to be finalised in coming weeks": Sergio Gor

"Negotiations have been ongoing for a year and a half, but to put it in perspective, the European Union took almost 19 years. We are confident that in the coming weeks and months, this trade deal will be finalised," the Ambassador said.

2026-05-21T11:47:14.111749+00:00 IST

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Stalemate over Israel Op in Lebanon threatens West Asia peace dea

Israel's continued operation in Lebanon has threatened the temporary ceasefire, with Iran accusing the US-Israel side of violating the agreement and threatening to leave the negotiations talks set to take place in Islamabad this weekend.

2026-04-09T00:03:33.628334+00:00 IST

“Will achieve goals either by agreement or resuming fighting”

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu signalled that the temporary ceasefire remains fragile as Tel Aviv is determined to achieve its objectives through negotiation or "resuming the fighting".

2026-04-08T22:27:57.498023+00:00 IST

Trump pushed Pakistan to broker US-Iran temporary ceasefire

Pakistan attempted to present itself as a peacemaker between the US and Iran, but the new details from a Financial Times report suggest that it was rather pushed by White House to broker the temporary ceasefire with Iran.

2026-04-08T20:32:06.759582+00:00 IST

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EAM S Jaishankar meets German MP Jurgen Hardt

In a post on X, EAM Jaishankar highlighted that the exchange covered major regional and global security matters, alongside core areas of bilateral cooperation.

2026-08-14T08:07:17.478894+00:00 IST

Baloch Voice for Justice calls for independent probe into bombing

As cited by a BVJ post on X, the organisation accused the DG ISPR of resorting to "extreme exaggeration" and attempting to construct a narrative that contradicts the situation on the ground.

2026-08-14T07:26:22.531054+00:00 IST

Paank condemns Soorab bombardment, calls for independent probe

According to Paank, six people have so far been identified among those killed, while nine injured individuals have also been identified. The organisation said those injured included men, women and children.

2026-08-14T07:24:39.032145+00:00 IST

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UAE delegation concludes official visit to Morocco

The visit, held from 22 to 24 April, was organised in cooperation with the National Financial Intelligence Authority of Morocco and aimed to reinforce strategic coordination between the two nations in the areas of anti-money laundering (AML), counter of terrorism financing (CFT), and counter of proliferation financing (CFP).

2025-04-27T01:11:00.534315+00:00 IST

TRENDS pavilion attracts visitors at Rabat Book Fair

The TRENDS Research and Advisory pavilion at the Rabat International Book Fair 2025 has witnessed a large turnout since the opening day of the event.

2025-04-26T07:31:07.818490+00:00 IST

Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse survivor, Virginia Giuffre, dies at 41

Virginia Giuffre, a key figure among the survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse, has died by suicide, her family said on Friday, according to a report by NBC News.

2025-04-26T03:30:30.764366+00:00 IST

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“It’s a shame”: Trump on ex-Prince Andrew’s arrest

US Donald Trump said that the former English Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's arrest in connection with the late convicted sex offender and trafficker Jeffrey Epstein is a "shame" and "bad for the royal family."

2026-02-19T22:06:54.939765+00:00 IST

Sunak, Lammy highlight India ties, AI at British HC

David Lammy, Deputy Prime Minister of the UK, highlighted his Indian heritage, mentioning his great-grandmother was from Calcutta, as he praised his friendship with former UK PM Rishi Sunak.

2026-02-19T19:34:36.278322+00:00 IST

“Law must take its course”: King Charles III on arrest of Andrew

UK's King Charles III on Thursday issued a solemn statement after the arrest of his younger brother and former Prince, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, saying "the law must take its course" and affirming full support for the legal process as the UK police investigate alleged misconduct in public office amid investigations on Andrew's connection with the late convicted sex offender and trafficker Jeffrey Epstein.

2026-02-19T14:42:00.917499+00:00 IST

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US lawmakers expose billion-dollar scam linked to China

The US House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party has released a new investigation alleging that China-linked scam centres operating across Southeast Asia are defrauding Americans of at least USD 10 billion annually while fuelling human trafficking, cybercrime, and illicit financial activity.

2026-05-20T14:20:45.591412+00:00 IST

US seizes Iran-linked ‘shadow fleet’ tanker in Indian Ocean

The Wall Street Journal cited three US officials who confirmed that the vessel 'Skywave' was detained overnight after being identified as part of a network involved in transporting sanctioned Iranian crude oil. The tanker had earlier been sanctioned by Washington in March.

2026-05-20T07:20:12.207702+00:00 IST

Pentagon cuts NATO Brigade presence in Europe

The Pentagon on Tuesday (local time) announced a reduction in the number of Brigade Combat Teams (BCTs) stationed in Europe, lowering the total from four to three and effectively returning US troop levels on the continent to their 2021 posture.

2026-05-20T03:00:24.294681+00:00 IST

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Ten nations summon Israeli diplomats over flotilla video

Canada and nine other nations summoned Israeli diplomats after National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir posted a video showing the mistreatment of detained Gaza aid flotilla activists.

2026-05-21T11:14:51.644869+00:00 IST

Asia

India–Africa Forum Summit in New Delhi postponed over Ebola scare

The Fourth India-Africa Forum Summit in New Delhi has been postponed due to an Ebola outbreak. The decision followed consultations between India and the African Union regarding the health situation. Both sides reaffirmed their partnership and stated that new dates will be finalised through mutual consultations in due course.

2026-05-21T10:41:04.158298+00:00 IST

Pakistan army accused of exploiting PoGB resources

President of the Institute for Gilgit-Baltistan Studies, Senge Sering, has sharply criticised Pakistan's handling of environmental disasters and governance in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit Baltistan (PoGB), alleging that the military establishment is exploiting the region's natural resources while failing to protect local communities from climate-linked disasters.

2026-05-21T10:25:52.895149+00:00 IST

Asia

PM Modi gifts silk stoles, marble work box to PM Meloni

Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni with Shirui and Muga silk stoles, a marble inlay work box with Pandit Bhimsen Joshi and MS Subbulakshmi CDs to PM Meloni.

2026-05-21T10:09:31.954026+00:00 IST

Trump “neutralised enemies” Maduro, Castro, Khamenei: White House

The White House released a graphic claiming President Donald Trump "neutralised enemies", including Raul Castro and Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The post follows Castro's indictment over a 1996 aircraft shootdown. Meanwhile, US-Iran tensions remain at a stalemate as regional mediation efforts continue amid threats of expanded military conflict.

2026-05-21T09:57:16.179754+00:00 IST

Asia

India hosts BRICS Justice Ministers’ Meet

The BRICS Justice Ministers' Meeting (JMM) under India's BRICS 2026 Chairship commenced in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, with Heads of Delegation and representatives from member nations arriving for ministerial deliberations and engagements.

2026-05-21T09:37:45.803236+00:00 IST

Europe

Belgium-based Tibetan group organises workshop on Tibet awareness

The Belgium-based Regional Global Tibetan People's Movement for the Middle Way Approach recently organised its fifth workshop for Tibetan youths in Belgium. As reported by the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA), the event witnessed the participation of 57 attendees and focused on raising awareness about the Tibetan cause, the Middle Way Policy, and recent developments concerning Tibet.

2026-05-21T09:27:23.321754+00:00 IST

Asia

Tensions resurface at World Health Assembly over observer status

The World Health Assembly (WHA) has once again emerged as a battleground over Taiwan's international participation, with China strongly opposing Taipei's inclusion in the global health forum, Taipei Times reported.

2026-05-21T09:22:20.216994+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan: Flour crisis in Punjab province deepens as 40% mills

A severe crisis has gripped the flour milling industry in Pakistan's Rawalpindi-Islamabad region, where nearly 40 per cent of flour mills have reportedly ceased operations due to mounting financial losses and what industry leaders describe as flawed government policies. Flour millers have warned that more units could soon close unless the Punjab government urgently reforms its wheat and flour distribution system.

2026-05-21T09:13:37.858322+00:00 IST

Middle East

US submits new ceasefire proposal, Iran’s deliberations underway

The US has submitted a new ceasefire proposal through Pakistan to bring the West Asia conflict to a permanent end, Al Arabiya reported, quoting diplomatic sources aware of the matter.

2026-05-21T08:56:37.429686+00:00 IST

Asia

Rajnath Singh recalls contribution of 60 Para Field Ambulance

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday paid tributes to Indian soldiers who served during the Korean war at a commemorative ceremony at Imjingak Peace Park, honouring their contributions.

2026-05-21T08:27:05.576519+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan’s education collapse deepens as millions remain out of s

Pakistan's Punjab province continues to face a worsening education crisis, with nearly 9.7 million children still out of school due to poverty, inflation, weak governance, and inadequate school facilities.

2026-05-21T08:18:18.822316+00:00 IST

Middle East

Pakistan eyes peace deal for securing funds for economy: Report

As Pakistan grapples with severe economic stress and over USD 100 billion in foreign debt, Islamabad is looking to lock the peace deal between Iran and the US so as to secure funds from Iran, Israeli media outlet C14 reported.

2026-05-21T08:12:23.172361+00:00 IST

Middle East

Iran says talks with US continue in “good faith” amid deep distru

Iran is pursuing negotiations with the United States "in good faith" even as it continues to view the US with "deep suspicion," Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said

2026-05-21T07:52:40.982864+00:00 IST