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Mongolian President visits Akshardham temple in Delhi

He was accompanied by Mongolian Foreign Minister Battsetseg Batmunkh and other members of the delegation. The temple shared pictures of the visit on X.

2025-10-15T17:15:39.695008+00:00 IST

"Discussed multifaceted ties”: Kirti Vardhan meets Mali's FM

In an X post, he wrote, "Delighted to meet the HE Mr Abdoulaye Diop, Foreign Minister of the Republic of Mali, on the sidelines of the 19th NAM Midterm Ministerial meeting. Discussed our multifaceted bilateral relations. #NAM2025"

2025-10-15T16:40:30.360958+00:00 IST

Nepal holds candlelight vigil for Bipin Joshi

Israeli authorities confirmed Joshi's death on October 14 following the handover of the remains of those who died in Hamas captivity.

2025-10-15T16:38:29.587566+00:00 IST

India, Brazil reaffirm defence partnership

In his opening remarks at the bilateral meeting, Defence Minister Singh emphasised the strategic importance of defence ties between the two nations, with a focus on mutual cooperation.

2025-10-15T16:15:00.707759+00:00 IST

Afghanistan, Pakistan announce ceasefire amid counterclaims

Afghanistan and Pakistan on Wednesday announced a ceasefire following days of intensified border violence, which killed dozens of people on both sides. The two countries, however, offer conflicting accounts of which country requested the truce.

2025-10-15T15:46:30.972538+00:00 IST

"Most Israelis do not think he should be PM": Morris on Netanyahu

Speaking with ANI, Morris said that despite US President Donald Trump's recent call for a presidential pardon for Netanyahu, public anger against the Israeli leader runs deep.

2025-10-15T14:47:28.087099+00:00 IST

Afghan Foreign Minister Muttaqi concludes six-day India visit

Before his departure, Muttaqi was presented with a sacred shawl and cap (Fez) belonging to Sheikh-ul-Hind Maulana Mahmud Hasan by his family.

2025-10-15T14:30:46.200765+00:00 IST

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Trump at UNGA calls climate change “greatest con job ever”

US President Donald Trump launched a sharp critique of climate science during his address at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), terming climate change the "greatest con job ever perpetrated on the world" and dismissing global efforts to tackle it as misguided. While several world leaders, including UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, used their speeches to call for urgent climate action, Trump's remarks took a markedly different tone.

2025-09-23T20:29:49.555613+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar meets DP World chief in NY; global trade discussed

Jaishankar, in a post on social media platform X, said he was pleased to meet the DP World chief and highlighted the significance of the interaction.

2025-09-23T19:39:01.080440+00:00 IST

Ukrainian FM Sybiha on India's role in the Ukraine-Russia war

"We expect a more active role from your country," Sybiha told ANI on the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly session.

2025-09-23T17:34:56.197641+00:00 IST

Europe

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Former Russian PM Mikhail Fradkov meets Kanimozhi-led delegation

Former Prime Minister of Russia Mikhail Fradkov on Friday held a "fruitful" interaction with an all-party parliamentary delegation led by DMK MP Kanimozhi. The discussions focused on current global issues, with a particular emphasis on the growing threat of terrorism.

2025-05-23T15:35:06.789671+00:00 IST

"India will deal with Pakistan bilaterally": Jaishankar

"I come to Berlin in the immediate aftermath of India responding to the Pahalgam terror attack. India has zero tolerance for terrorism. India will never give in to nuclear blackmail, and India will deal with Pakistan purely bilaterally. There should be no confusion in any quarter in that regard. We also value Germany's understanding that every nation has the right to defend itself against terrorism," Jaishankar said while addressing a joint press conference with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul.

2025-05-23T14:58:24.972310+00:00 IST

Russia calls for closer BRICS Parliamentary Ties with UAE

Chairman of the Russian Federation Council, Valentina Matvienko, met with Saqr Ghobash, Chairman of the Federal National Council of the UAE, in St. Petersburg, according to the official website of the Russian upper house.

2025-05-23T14:43:21.442743+00:00 IST

Others

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Somalia's parliament gives nod to constitutional amendments

After weeks of intense deliberation, the bicameral federal parliament of Somalia ratified amendments to the initial four chapters of the nation's provisional constitution.

2024-03-30T20:51:40.980886+00:00 IST

Activist Sajjad Raja raises abduction case of minor Gilgit girl

At the 55th session of the Human Rights Council, professor Sajjad Raja, the chairman of the National Equality Party for Jammu and Kashmir Gilgit Baltistan and Ladakh (NEP-JKGBL) raised the issue of the abduction of minor girl Falak Noor, who was allegedly kidnapped from Pak-occupied Gilgit two months ago.

2024-03-30T09:47:33.597126+00:00 IST

Guyanese President's charge on 'hypocrisy' on carbon emissions

In a viral interview clip, Guyanese President interrupted between the question of the BBC journalist, Stephen Sackur and questioned him whether he had 'right to lecture him on climate change' and if he was in the "pockets of those who destroy the environment through the industrial revolution and are now lecturing us".

2024-03-30T05:45:19.570033+00:00 IST

Asia

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Bangladesh EC says it will protect rights of minorities

The Bangladesh Election Commission says it is duty bound to to protect the voting rights of minorities and ensure a peaceful poll.

2026-01-27T11:39:38.498510+00:00 IST

“We take long to negotiate deals, but we stick to them,” EU HR VP

EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission Kaja Kallas' spoke at a Conference on Europe India and a changing World Order.

2026-01-27T11:21:16.209262+00:00 IST

Balochistan: Activist condemns growing pattern of enforced disapp

Taking to social media platform X, activist Sammi condemned the incident, describing it as part of a disturbing trend across Balochistan.

2026-01-27T11:20:37.645533+00:00 IST

Middle East

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Gaza terrorists caught using fake humanitarian logo, vests

The US-based World Central Kitchen confirmed an Israeli accusation that Palestinian terrorists in Gaza were caught on video impersonating humanitarian aid staff.

2025-08-13T01:25:16.027743+00:00 IST

Israeli probe finds Gaza hunger reports inflated, deaths misattri

According to the Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT), the inquiry found that Hamas' Ministry of Health "biased and misleadingly" presented malnutrition data, sometimes attributing deaths of people with severe pre-existing conditions to hunger. "Hamas is cynically using tragic images and misusing them for the purposes of an awareness campaign," COGAT said, calling the reports "false" and "a timed pressure tool" to sway international opinion against Israel.

2025-08-12T17:51:18.012383+00:00 IST

Israel PM would testify thrice a week for corruption trial

The Jerusalem District Court said there will be four hearings per week from November, with Netanyahu testifying in three of them until the end of his cross-examination. The trial, which began in 2020, has faced repeated delays.

2025-08-12T17:38:57.138324+00:00 IST

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Middle East

"Hamas will not disarm": Israeli historian Benny Morris

Speaking with ANI, Morris said, "I don't see a peace occurring between Israel and the Palestinians in the coming years. Hamas will not disarm. Its ideology calls for Israel's destruction, and it wants to play a part in that destruction."

2025-10-15T13:11:03.007932+00:00 IST

Asia

Baloch leader Hyrbyair Marri expresses solidarity with Afghans

Marri recalled that throughout history, Afghans have stood by the Baloch during their difficult times, whether by offering refuge or extending aid, and the Baloch have always reciprocated. "When the Afghans fought their independence war against Persian occupation, the Baloch were fighting beside them," he stated, adding that the Baloch remained allies of the Afghans throughout their struggles in the subcontinent.

2025-10-15T12:19:49.344052+00:00 IST

Asia

China’s expanding nuclear arsenal raises fears

During the military parade on September 3 in Tiananmen Square, China showcased three missiles capable of carrying nuclear payloads: the JL-1 air-launched ballistic missile, the JL-3 submarine-launched intercontinental missile, and the DF-61 surface-to-surface intercontinental missile.

2025-10-15T11:38:58.402764+00:00 IST

Asia

India sends anti-radiation drugs to Indonesia

Responding swiftly to a request from Indonesia's Ministry of Health, the Embassy of India in Jakarta, through the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), mobilised and delivered the urgently required capsules to mitigate the effects of Cesium-137 (Cs-137) contamination.

2025-10-15T11:36:03.960500+00:00 IST

Asia

India-Mongolia trade nearly doubles as ties deepen across culture

Bilateral trade between India and Mongolia has nearly doubled in just one year, rising from USD 60 million in 2023 to USD 110 million in 2024. This significant growth reflects the deepening economic and diplomatic cooperation between the two nations, which have been celebrating 70 years of diplomatic relations and a decade of strategic partnership.

2025-10-15T11:25:41.203632+00:00 IST

Asia

China forces thousands of Tibetans to attend ‘Fake Panchen Lama’

The four-day religious event took place from October 9 to 12 at the Kyi-kyi Nakha site of Tashi Lhunpo Monastery, which is the traditional residence of the Panchen Lamas in Shigatse. There is a previous instance of authorities mandating attendance at Gyaltsen Norbu's teachings; in 2016, he conducted a similar Kalachakra ceremony at Dechen Phodrang, close to Tashi Lhunpo Monastery, which sparked controversy after reports indicated that Chinese officials incentivised some Tibetans financially and coerced others into attending.

2025-10-15T11:02:25.734736+00:00 IST

Middle East

Sharjah, UNESCO revive Beirut Grand Theatre

The UNESCO witnessed on Tuesday the signing ceremony of the agreement to rehabilitate Beirut Grand Theatre between the Government of Sharjah and UNESCO, in continuation of the patronage and support of Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, for cultural institutions in the Arab world.

2025-10-15T09:56:46.131305+00:00 IST

Asia

‘India-Mongolia partnership going on very well': Dy PM Sainbuyan

The Deputy Prime Minister of Mongolia, Amarsaikhan Sainbuyan hailed the ties between India and Mongolia and said that they look forward to expanding cooperation across several avenues with India.

2025-10-15T09:41:20.546747+00:00 IST

Middle East

Forensic tests reveal one body returned by Hamas was Palestinian

An Israeli security official briefing reporters on Wednesday morning said one of the four bodies returned to Israel overnight was not a hostage. He said experts at the National Centre of Forensic Medicine determined the remains belonged to a Palestinian.

2025-10-15T09:40:50.747935+00:00 IST

Middle East

Israel’s Zikim Beach near Gaza to reopen after two-year closure

Israel's Zikim Beach, next to the Gaza Strip, will reopen to the public on Thursday for the first time in two years, the Israel Defence Forces announced.

2025-10-15T09:34:35.015370+00:00 IST

Asia

Sri Lankan PM to make first official visit to India

Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya to visit India from October 16 to 18, marking her first official visit to the country since assuming office, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Wednesday.

2025-10-15T09:34:06.370833+00:00 IST

Asia

UAE Pavilion wraps up Expo 2025 Osaka participation

The UAE Pavilion has concluded its six-month participation in Expo 2025 Osaka, an event focused on innovation and cultural exchange, after attracting over five million physical and virtual visitors since its opening on April 13, 2025, making it one of the most visited international pavilions.

2025-10-15T09:23:00.505649+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan: Transgender community accuses police of forced eviction

Leaders representing transgender individuals asserted on Tuesday that police are forcibly removing members of their community from various districts in the province.

2025-10-15T09:20:45.236039+00:00 IST

ETGE urges Sweden to confront China over genocide

The East Turkistan Government in Exile (ETGE) has called on the Swedish government to take a firm and principled stand against what it describes as the ongoing genocide and colonial occupation of Uyghur, Kazakh, Kyrgyz, and other Turkic peoples in Chinese-occupied East Turkistan.

2025-10-15T09:19:27.872903+00:00 IST