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President Murmu applauds Angola’s women parliamentarians, pushes

Addressing the National Assembly of Angola, President Murmu highlighted the 40th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between India and Angola.

2025-11-10T16:37:55.209814+00:00 IST

Police action during student protest not unreasonable or unjustif

Chowdhury, who served as Education Minister in the Hasina cabinet, said the protests that began over job quota reforms spiralled into violent attacks on police stations, with officers being targeted and killed.

2025-11-10T16:22:50.557044+00:00 IST

Yunus, Pakistan aim to turn Bangladesh into ISI’s vassal state, a

Alleging that Pakistan used Bangladesh as a terror transit point against India between 2001 and 2006, former Bangladesh Minister Mohibul Hasan Chowdhury Monday claimed that the current objective, following the ouster of the Sheikh Hasina government, is to turn Bangladesh into a vassal state of Pakistan's spy agency, the ISI.

2025-11-10T15:01:01.452739+00:00 IST

'My elder brother is a spiritual master': Bhutan PM Tobgay's war

PM Tobgay, in an interaction with ANI, highlighted the deep personal and bilateral significance of the visit, which is poised to inaugurate major infrastructure projects alongside participation in sacred spiritual ceremonies.

2025-11-10T13:23:24.421004+00:00 IST

US lawmakers move to halt China’s toxic vape invasion threatening

According to The Epoch Times, the bill titled the Ensuring the Necessary Destruction (END) of Illicit Chinese Tobacco Act was introduced by Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) and Rep. Beth Van Duyne (R-Texas).

2025-11-10T12:53:32.534263+00:00 IST

Pakistan's soaring unemployment and inflation push millions towar

Pakistan is heading toward an unprecedented social and economic collapse as unemployment, inflation, and poverty spiral out of control, stated JDC Foundation General Secretary Syed Zafar Abbas on Pakistan's worsening humanitarian crisis.

2025-11-10T12:13:07.732294+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 6.1 rattles Pacific Ocean

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

2025-11-10T10:57:48.896029+00:00 IST

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Trump claims he helped avert India-Pakistan war

US President Donald Trump once again claimed that he played a key role in helping de-escalate tensions between India and Pakistan, highlighting how trade and tariffs have been instrumental in preventing global conflicts, during a Ballroom Dinner event.

2025-10-16T01:31:24.709068+00:00 IST

Defense Secretary Hegseth’s plane makes emergency landing in UK

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's plane made an unscheduled landing in the UK after a windshield crack was detected during his return from a NATO meeting. The Pentagon said the landing was "based on standard procedures," and everyone on board, including Hegseth, was safe.

2025-10-16T00:42:16.221952+00:00 IST

Trump confirms CIA operations inside Venezuela

US President Donald Trump confirmed authorising the CIA to conduct operations in Venezuela, citing concerns over illegal immigration and drug trafficking. He indicated plans for "land" strikes and highlighted increased US military presence, signalling pressure on Nicolas Maduro and potential US involvement in regime change.

2025-10-16T00:16:14.888102+00:00 IST

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India, Cyprus to strengthen defence cooperation: PM Modi

PM Modi lauded the support of Cyprus for India becoming a permanent member of the Security Council and the country's continued support in India's fight against cross-border terrorism.

2025-06-16T09:49:04.587690+00:00 IST

PM Modi, Cyprus President hold delegation-level talks

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides held delegation-level talks in Nicosia on Monday.

2025-06-16T08:42:02.225700+00:00 IST

Cyprus bestows highest civilian honour on PM Modi

The Order of Makarios III is the highest merit honour awarded in Cyprus. It is named after the Makarios III, the first president of the Republic of Cyprus.

2025-06-16T07:59:52.743437+00:00 IST

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$India provides quality education at fraction of cost: Murmu$

India provides quality education at fraction of cost: Murmu

"India provides quality education at a fraction of the cost of Western institutions to ever increasing number of students from Africa, including from Algeria," she said.

2024-10-16T03:09:29.432016+00:00 IST

Gurdwara Representatives in Canada demand shut down of consulates

The demand from the Gurdwara representatives comes after the expulsion of six Indian diplomats by the Canadian government, including the high commissioner.

2024-10-16T02:47:26.937366+00:00 IST

President Murmu visits Roman ruins in Algeria

On the final day of her state visit to Algeria, President Droupadi Murmu explored the Roman ruins of Tipasa and the Royal Mausoleum of Mauretania, highlighting Algeria's rich cultural and historical heritage.

2024-10-16T00:39:45.953788+00:00 IST

Asia

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Imran Khan’s son alleges govt blocking visas to stop family visit

Imran Khan's son Kasim alleged that authorities are deliberately delaying visas for him and his brother, preventing them from visiting their jailed father. The claim comes amid concerns over Imran Khan's health, hospital transfer, and calls for independent medical access.

2026-02-05T03:42:37.373598+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 4.0 strikes Tajikistan

The earthquake occurred at a depth of 135km.

2026-02-05T02:41:12.292659+00:00 IST

Bangladesh: Jamaat pledges "constructive relations" with India

With just a few days left until the national elections in Bangladesh, the Islamic conservative party Jamaat-e-Islami announced that it would maintain "constructive and cooperative" relations with neighbouring countries, including India, as part of its election promises.

2026-02-05T00:50:05.462745+00:00 IST

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Breakthrough gene therapy could one day cure genetic hearing loss

Israeli and US scientists have developed a promising new gene therapy that could one day restore hearing and balance for millions of people with genetic inner ear disorders.

2025-09-15T08:56:42.416100+00:00 IST

Hamdan humanitarian ship arrives in Al Arish

The Hamdan Humanitarian Ship has arrived at Al Arish Port in Egypt under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, reaffirming the UAE's ongoing humanitarian commitment to the Palestinian people.

2025-09-15T08:55:24.977815+00:00 IST

Half of Russian drone strikes near Ukraine spill into Romania

In over 50 per cent of Russia's drone attacks on Ukraine near Romania's borders, fragments of Russian drones have fallen on Romanian territory, according to data sent to AGERPRES on Sunday by the Ministry of National Defence (MApN), following two Ro-Alert messages sent to residents in the north of Tulcea County on Saturday evening amid the ongoing war in Ukraine.

2025-09-15T08:50:23.109709+00:00 IST

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US Senate votes to end shutdown, paving way for govt reopening

The breakthrough came after eight Senate Democrats agreed to support a bipartisan funding package that would fully fund several key agencies for the rest of the fiscal year and extend all others through January 30, 2026. The deal followed tense negotiations between Senate leaders, the White House, and centrist lawmakers.

2025-11-10T09:51:14.718127+00:00 IST

Asia

India-Bhutan ties set for new heights: Indian envoy Sandeep Arya

The Ambassador highlighted the dual importance of the visit, noting its timing with the unprecedented Global Peace Prayer Festival and the 70th birthday celebrations of His Majesty the Fourth King of Bhutan.

2025-11-10T09:46:20.833463+00:00 IST

Asia

Nepal President averted possible refugee crisis by stepping forwa

Speaking to ANI, Rijal said, "We were at the verge of becoming a pariah state. Had we become that, then our neighbour would have been forced to inherit our problem. Thank God it didn't. Thank God that the president of Nepal had used his conscience, his long experience of being in politics came to use. He rescued the nation from grief that could have been of enormous proportion."

2025-11-10T09:43:37.726431+00:00 IST

Asia

Nepal: Madhesh Chief Minister's Office vandalised

The provincial assembly members, along with several individuals, entered the Chief Minister's chamber and vandalized furniture and property. They also threw away the national flag displayed in the office

2025-11-10T09:42:08.017455+00:00 IST

Asia

Taiwan detects 6 PLA aircraft and 7 vessels near its territory

"6 sorties of PLA aircraft and 7 PLAN vessels operating around Taiwan were detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. 2 out of 6 sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's southwestern ADIZ. We have monitored the situation and responded, " MND wrote in an X post.

2025-11-10T09:17:01.561967+00:00 IST

Asia

Chinese military tops the charts

"The growth of China's nuclear arsenal has become one of the most alarming developments for Washington and its allies. According to estimates, China's nuclear stockpile reached 600 warheads in 2025, more than doubling since 2019. The Department of Defense forecasts that China will continue to expand its nuclear arsenal to reach some 1,500 warheads by 2035."

2025-11-10T08:48:07.424142+00:00 IST

Asia

China’s transnational intimidation campaign targets Taiwan’s lawm

According to The Taipei Times, CCTV aired a segment warning Shen to "stop now, or you will be next," which Taipei officials described as an attempt to intimidate not only the lawmaker but the broader Taiwanese population.

2025-11-10T08:45:00.897707+00:00 IST

Asia

Indian consulate welcomes first set of passengers to Shanghai

India in Shanghai wrote in an X post, "Fair Winds & Clear skies! India emerges as a Global Hub as People to People ties grow stronger. CG @PratikMathur1 was at hand to receive the first set of passengers as direct flights resumed between New Delhi and Shanghai."

2025-11-10T08:43:53.248839+00:00 IST

Asia

Nepal should not be hesitant to ask India for March poll logistic

Speaking exclusively to ANI, Rijal said that given the current challenges and limited resources, the government must not hesitate to reach out to neighbouring countries, particularly India, for assistance in managing logistics for the polls.

2025-11-10T08:42:48.595218+00:00 IST

Asia

HRCP slams Pakistan’s failing governance in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa am

According to The Express Tribune, the HRCP's latest fact-finding report, "Caught in the Crossfire," paints a troubling picture of Pakistan's internal security challenges. The report discloses that almost two-thirds of all terrorist incidents reported nationwide in 2025 took place in K-P, with security forces and law enforcement personnel being the primary targets.

2025-11-10T07:17:46.479198+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan’s agriculture sliding into crisis amid policy neglect

Over recent years, the prices of fertilisers, pesticides, diesel, electricity, and farm machinery have skyrocketed, while global crop prices have steadily declined, a combination that has made cultivation unviable for many growers across the country.

2025-11-10T07:17:16.410722+00:00 IST

Asia

Interim Nepal government should build trust with political partie

In an exclusive interview with ANI, Rijal said that the interim government led by Prime Minister Sushila Karki must gain the confidence of political parties to successfully conduct the polls.

2025-11-10T07:02:52.303955+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan halts Jaffar Express amid terror threats

According to railway officials, the service will remain suspended from November 9 to November 12 following security assessments and recommendations from law enforcement and intelligence agencies.

2025-11-10T06:40:55.124424+00:00 IST

Asia

BYC accuses Pakistan of waging legal war to crush Baloch dissent

According to The Balochistan Post, the BYC said that during a recent jail trial, the CTD again failed to present the full set of challans required in the ongoing case. The organisation alleged that the department has repeatedly stalled proceedings since the arrests of its senior figures, while the judiciary has shown "wilful leniency" toward these delays.

2025-11-10T06:22:54.420411+00:00 IST