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3 Bangladeshis killed in Tripura were armed smugglers: MEA

In an official statement, the Bangladesh Foreign Ministry said, "This heinous act is an unacceptable and grave violation of human rights and the rule of law. The Government of Bangladesh expresses its serious concern over this deplorable incident and calls upon the Government of India to conduct an immediate, impartial and transparent investigation into the incident and take sincere efforts to stop recurrence of such inhumane acts. The perpetrators must be identified and brought to justice."

2025-10-17T16:29:26.201606+00:00 IST

India-Brazil trade to touch USD 15 billion in 2025

Bilateral trade, which stood at USD 12 billion last year, is on track to reach USD 15 billion by the end of 2025, with an ambitious goal of USD 20 billion in the near term.

2025-10-17T16:28:53.657374+00:00 IST

Fishermen issue sensitive, need more discussion for practical sol

Her remarks came hours after she met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during which the two leaders discussed a wide range of issues, including the welfare of fishermen.

2025-10-17T16:14:38.799991+00:00 IST

UN report raises alarm over China’s human rights violations

According to the report, the UN has expressed concern over China's cross-border operations targeting dissidents, human rights defenders, and members of ethnic and religious minorities abroad. These activities reportedly include harassment, surveillance, intimidation, and forced returns, often carried out in cooperation with foreign authorities or through informal networks.

2025-10-17T15:28:59.010610+00:00 IST

European parliament confronts China on Tibet, human rights abuses

According to CTA, European lawmakers strongly criticised China for its continued repression in Tibet and other regions under its control.

2025-10-17T14:48:26.322508+00:00 IST

Fishermen’s issue "sensitive," says Sri Lankan PM

Speaking to ANI after her meeting with PM Modi, Amarasuriya said, "That is an ongoing issue and something that needs to be discussed. We need to protect the livelihoods of our fishermen as well, but we understand that that's a sensitive issue and we will continue to talk about it."

2025-10-17T14:43:54.031068+00:00 IST

PM Modi holds talks with Sri Lankan counterpart Amarasuriya

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday met Sri Lankan counterpart Harini Amarasuriya and discussed education, women's empowerment, innovation, development cooperation, and the welfare of fishermen.

2025-10-17T14:40:17.252946+00:00 IST

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Protesters rally outside UN in New York against Iran’s government

The demonstrations came a day after the General Assembly session opened on Tuesday, as world leaders convened at the UN Headquarters in New York. Protesters staged anti-Iran rallies, voicing dissent against the government.

2025-09-24T13:26:22.008020+00:00 IST

Turkey President rakes up Kashmir at UNGA session

Erdogan said that the Kashmir issue should be stopped on the basis of UN resolutions.

2025-09-24T09:35:23.328035+00:00 IST

"US just endorsed Milei for President," Trump says

In a post on X, The White House said, "US President Donald Trump with Argentinian President Javier Milei: He's done a fantastic job!"

2025-09-24T08:53:20.311343+00:00 IST

Europe

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All-party delegation led by Ravi Shankar Prasad arrives in France

The seventh group of an all-party delegation led by BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad arrived in France, the Embassy of India shared the details in a post on X.

2025-05-25T19:11:00.783752+00:00 IST

"All-party delegation establishes human bond," says former diplomat Manjeev Puri in Slovenia

After all-party parliamentary delegation led by DMK MP Kanimozhi arrived in Slovenia's capital Ljubljana, former Diplomat Manjeev Singh Puri said that terrorism is a global subject and an all-party delegation establishes a human bond that helps nations internalise shared challenges.

2025-05-25T17:28:50.335193+00:00 IST

“Good opportunity to convey stance against terrorism”: Amb

"The delegation led by Member of Parliament Kanimozhi landed in Slovenia today, and this is something which is expected to give a very strong voice conveyed to the Slovenian partners about our resolute stance on zero tolerance against terrorism. The delegation will spend the next 2 days in this country. During this time, they will have intensive engagements with a very wide-ranging, very wide-ranging stakeholders and interlocutors, including in the government, in the parliament, with academia, with the think tanks, as well as interacting with the media, the Slovenian media present here," Narang told ANI today.

2025-05-25T17:26:36.286653+00:00 IST

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58 dead in Tanzania floods in past two weeks

As many as 58 people have died in Tanzania floods over the last two weeks, seeking an answer in the country about the infrastructure projects, to prevent flooding in the future, reported Al Jazeera.

2024-04-15T11:31:57.821164+00:00 IST

Former diplomat to US, Devyani Khobrogade, surfaces on X

Devyani Khobrogade, the current Indian ambassador to Combodia, who was at the centre of a controversy that fueled tensions between India and the US earlier, surfaced on social media on Saturday in an image from a photoshoot in traditional Cambodian attire.

2024-04-14T00:47:56.710392+00:00 IST

Hundreds march in Niger demanding withdrawal of US troops

Hundreds of people erupted in protest on the streets of the Niger capital, demanding the withdrawal of US troops after the military rulers further shifted their strategy by ending a defence accord with the US and welcoming Russian military instructors, Al Jazeera reported on Saturday.

2024-04-13T21:57:58.042583+00:00 IST

Asia

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"Honoured that Maha Governor will attend International Holocaust

Speaking to ANI, Revach said he was deeply honoured that the Governor of Maharashtra would attend the event, highlighting the importance of remembrance and shared democratic values between the two nations.

2026-01-27T19:53:31.062230+00:00 IST

Pakistan: PTI warns of permanent vision loss for Imran Khan

PTI raised concerns over jailed founder Imran Khan's reported eye condition, warning of possible permanent vision loss without urgent treatment. The party demanded hospital care, family access, and court intervention, while Imran's sisters questioned the reports and protested restrictions on meetings.

2026-01-27T19:43:57.194629+00:00 IST

President Murmu hosts banquet in honour of EU delegates

Murmu drew upon common values between India and the EU, saying that they're bound by democracy, pluralism, and an open market economy.

2026-01-27T17:49:16.469813+00:00 IST

Middle East

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Israeli military strikes infrastructure of Houthi Terror regime

The IDF (Israel Defence Forces) attacked energy infrastructure used by the Houthi terrorist regime, approximately 2,000 kilometres from Israel and deep inside Yemen.

2025-08-17T09:35:35.536631+00:00 IST

MBZUAI begins new academic year with largest-ever cohort

Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) has welcomed its largest cohort for its Fall 2025 intake, enrolling 403 new students.

2025-08-17T01:58:46.305273+00:00 IST

Sultan bin Ahmed, Egypt's Minister of Higher Education discuss

Sultan shared warm greetings from Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. He expressed pride in the strong ties between the UAE, especially Sharjah, and Egypt.

2025-08-17T01:51:00.376241+00:00 IST

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Asia

5.5 magnitude quake hits Afghanistan, second in a single day

A 5.5-magnitude earthquake struck northern Afghanistan on Friday evening, marking the fourth quake to hit the country in less than a month and the second quake to hit the country in less than 12 hours.

2025-10-17T14:16:04.189949+00:00 IST

Asia

China’s sacks senior General from ruling Communist Party

The investigations found that the individuals had seriously violated Party discipline and are suspected of major duty-related crimes. Their violations involved exceptionally large amounts of money, and are of extremely serious nature and with extremely negative impacts, a spokesperson said

2025-10-17T13:25:31.813838+00:00 IST

Asia

Nepal PM briefs foreign diplomats after completing 1 month

The Prime Minister also briefed diplomats on the latest update regarding the overall situation in Nepal and informed diplomats about the upcoming elections to the House of Representatives, scheduled for March 5, 2026.

2025-10-17T13:18:44.872228+00:00 IST

Asia

PM Modi meets Egyptian Foreign Minister

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday met Egyptian Foreign Minister Dr Badr Abdelatty and said the relationship between the two countries is growing from strength to strength.

2025-10-17T12:11:58.908643+00:00 IST

Canada condemns China’s crackdown, PM Mark Carney demands release

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has called for the immediate release of Jimmy Lai, the imprisoned Hong Kong democracy advocate and founder of the now-shuttered Apple Daily, highlighting growing tensions between Ottawa and Beijing over human rights abuses.

2025-10-17T12:06:14.090188+00:00 IST

Asia

Taiwan blocked from judicial conference under China's pressure

According to The Taipei Times, the Judges Association of the Republic of China (Taiwan) had officially registered six delegates to participate in the IAJ conference, held from Saturday to today. Despite weeks of communication with the host organisers and assurances of participation, no travel authorisations were granted. The delegation's head was even deported upon arrival in Baku, while the remaining five judges cancelled their plans after realising visas were unattainable.

2025-10-17T10:54:20.306449+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan’s war on dissent: BYC leaders’ imprisonment lays bare st

According to The Balochistan Post, Sabiha stated that the only "crime" committed by Mahrang Baloch and her colleagues was peacefully protesting against enforced disappearances and systemic violence in Balochistan. She added that their arrests were part of a deliberate attempt by the Pakistani state to silence dissent and suppress demands for justice.

2025-10-17T10:45:00.225736+00:00 IST

Asia

India-Uganda discuss enhancing defence cooperation

COAS General Upendra Dwivedi met Lieutenant General Kayanja Muhanga, Commander Land Forces, Uganda and held discussions towards enhancing defence cooperation through joint training, professional military education and institutional exchanges.

2025-10-17T08:58:10.272857+00:00 IST

Asia

India, Nepal reaffirm commitment to regular defence dialogue

COAS General Upendra Dwivedi met Nepal Army's Lieutenant General Pradeep Jung, ACOAS on the sidelines of the United Nations Troop Contributing Countries Chiefs' Conclave (UNTCC) in New Delhi. The leaders held wide-ranging discussions including joint training and reflected upon the enduring partnership between the two neighbouring armies.

2025-10-17T08:31:08.313174+00:00 IST

UN maritime body to decide on emission cuts, amidst Trump warning

India is among the 63 countries that, in April this year, agreed to the draft proposal, which, if adopted, will take effect from 2028. It aims for net-zero emissions by 2050 through a global fuel standard and a pricing mechanism.

2025-10-17T08:20:41.084825+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan’s justice system fails women

Pakistan's persistent failure to address gender-based violence (GBV) came under sharp criticism during a dialogue on Sindh's provincial action plan for GBV prevention and response. Civil society members, rights activists, and legal experts condemned weak institutional mechanisms and patriarchal attitudes that continue to deny justice to survivors, as reported by Dawn.

2025-10-17T07:33:02.543081+00:00 IST

Asia

Fiscal mismanagement pushes Pakistan toward economic collapse

Pakistan's fragile economy faces deep-rooted structural challenges that threaten long-term stability, warned the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) in its Annual Report on the State of the Economy 2024-25. The report highlights how persistent fiscal deficits, dwindling domestic savings, weak productivity, and repeated climate disasters have locked the country in a cycle of stagnation and dependency, as reported by The Express Tribune.

2025-10-17T07:03:55.336239+00:00 IST

Europe

Indian Firms look to localise pharma production in Russia

The Russian market is attracting growing interest from Indian pharmaceutical companies exploring opportunities to establish production facilities across various regions of the country. This was announced by Moscow Government Minister and Head of the Department for External Economic and International Relations, Sergey Cheremin, during the "TIME: Russia-India. Mutual Efficiency" forum.

2025-10-17T06:50:40.319893+00:00 IST

Ahead of Zelenskyy visit, Trump says will meet Putin again

The US President noted that the issue of supplying US Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine was discussed in the call. "We need Tomahawks for the US too. We have a lot of them, but we need them," he said

2025-10-17T06:38:38.156295+00:00 IST