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Taiwan records heightened Chinese military activity it

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) on Tuesday said it detected 12 Chinese military aircraft and six naval vessels operating around the island until 6 am (local time).

2025-10-14T02:32:53.754972+00:00 IST

Nishikant Dubey rebukes Pakistan at UN, mentions Op Sindoor

He was addressing a session at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on the Agenda for the Promotion and Protection of Child Rights. Dubey thanked the UN for acknowledging India's initiatives for child welfare, and contrasted them with Pakistan's record.

2025-10-14T02:11:26.944891+00:00 IST

Trump focuses on “rebuilding of Gaza,” avoids statehood talk

US President Donald Trump declined to comment on recognising a Palestinian state after signing the Gaza ceasefire deal, saying the focus is on rebuilding Gaza. Speaking aboard Air Force One, he said, "We'll have to see," while Egypt's President El-Sisi urged a two-state solution for lasting regional peace.

2025-10-14T02:03:56.212529+00:00 IST

Trump welcomes Bill Clinton’s praise for Gaza ceasefire

US President Donald Trump on Monday responded to former President Bill Clinton's remarks praising his role in brokering the Gaza ceasefire, describing the acknowledgement as "very nice" while speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One.

2025-10-14T01:22:23.235643+00:00 IST

Pakistan suspends ties with Afghanistan after border clashes

Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said there are "no ties" between Islamabad and Kabul after Afghanistan's border attack that killed 23 Pakistani soldiers. He warned of renewed hostilities, accused Kabul of sheltering terrorists, and defended Pakistan's response, saying only militant hideouts were targeted, not civilians.

2025-10-14T01:11:50.116383+00:00 IST

Former US President Bill Clinton welcomes Israel-Hamas ceasefire

Former US President Bill Clinton welcomed the Israel-Hamas ceasefire, praising efforts by the US, Qatar, and regional actors. He urged both sides to turn the truce into lasting peace ensuring dignity and security for Palestinians and Israelis, saying it's possible "only if they do it together."

2025-10-14T01:11:27.776872+00:00 IST

Army Chiefs of India, France meet to boost defence ties

Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi met his French counterpart, General Pierre Schill, on the sidelines of the UN Counter-Terrorism Conference 2025. Both reaffirmed the Indo-French strategic partnership, discussing joint training, counter-terrorism, defence technology, and enhancing interoperability in UN peacekeeping operations.

2025-10-14T00:43:42.234225+00:00 IST

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“Statehood for Palestinians is a right, not a reward”: UN

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, addressing member states at the UN Headquarters in New York, reaffirmed that "statehood for Palestinians is a right, not a reward," as the international body reiterated its support for a two-state solution to resolve the protracted Israel-Gaza conflict.

2025-09-23T00:06:42.049574+00:00 IST

Abdullah bin Zayed leads UAE delegation

Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, will lead the United Arab Emirates' delegation at the 80th session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA 80), which will be held in New York from 22nd to 29th September, 2025

2025-09-23T00:03:22.027329+00:00 IST

UN supports two-state solution

Stephane Dujarric, spokesperson for United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, reiterated the organisation's longstanding position that a two-state solution remains the only viable path to resolving the decades-long conflict between Israel and Palestine.

2025-09-22T23:41:31.364141+00:00 IST

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WUC to host summits in Munich Uyghurs amass support against China

This year's summit is expected to gather over a hundred attendees, featuring more than 50 Uyghur organisations, leaders, advocates for human rights, community representatives, youth activists, scholars, and politicians from more than 22 different countries.

2025-05-21T08:13:20.647449+00:00 IST

"Thank you, Britain!": Zelenskyy after call with UK PM on Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Tuesday (local time) expressed his gratitude towards UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer following the UK's new sanctions on Russia, as Zelenskyy believes it would help pressure Moscow toward peace.

2025-05-21T00:53:16.288469+00:00 IST

India, Nepal strengthen health cooperation at WHA78

Reinforcing the strong health partnership between the two nations, India and Nepal held a significant bilateral meeting in Geneva on Tuesday (local time) on the sidelines of the 78th World Health Assembly (WHA78).

2025-05-20T21:23:25.531811+00:00 IST

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Number of Chinese workers across Africa drops to lowest level

The number of Chinese workers across Africa has dropped significantly to its lowest level in more than a decade, Voice of America reported, citing data from China's National Bureau of Statistics.

2024-03-17T08:56:10.748780+00:00 IST

LAMITIYE-2024: Indian Army contingent departs to Seychelles

The Joint Exercise between the Indian Army and Seychelles Defence Forces (SDF) will be conducted at Seychelles from March 18-27.

2024-03-17T07:55:27.378203+00:00 IST

Indian-origin couple, daughter killed in "suspicious fire" in Can

An India-origin couple and their 16-year-old daughter have died in a "suspicious" fire at their home in Canada's Ontario province.

2024-03-16T08:05:24.603894+00:00 IST

Asia

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Union Minister Piyush Goyal hails India-EU trade deal

Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday hailed the India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA), describing the deal as a "formidable partnership" for both sides in the world.

2026-01-27T07:16:47.916562+00:00 IST

“We have concluded the mother of all deals”: EC President Ursula

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said that India and the European Union have concluded the much-anticipated free trade agreement, touted as the 'Mother of all Deals'.

2026-01-27T07:06:23.394025+00:00 IST

PM Modi holds talks with EU leaders

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday held a bilateral meeting with the President of the European Council, Antonio Luis Santos da Costa, and President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, in the national capital as part of the latter's ongoing state visit to India.

2026-01-27T06:39:51.565229+00:00 IST

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IDF says seven countries coordinate humanitarian airdrop for Gaza

The Israel Defence Forces announced on Sunday that seven countries have coordinated a humanitarian airdrop of more than 131 food aid packages for the residents of Gaza.

2025-08-10T17:35:27.112220+00:00 IST

UAE President congratulates President of Azerbaijan on historic A

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan congratulated Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, on the recent signing of the historic peace agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia.

2025-08-10T17:21:24.606187+00:00 IST

Arab League Council condemns Israeli plan to impose control over

The Council of the Arab League condemned the Israeli government's decisions and plans to impose military control over the Gaza Strip and displace its population, affirming that such actions constitute a violation of international law and a threat to Arab and regional security.

2025-08-10T17:20:41.941527+00:00 IST

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India, Jordan reaffirm commitment to strengthen ties

Secretary (South) Neena Malhotra, on her official visit to Jordan, met Secretary General Daifallah Ali Al-Fayez and Ambassador Mohammed Abu Wendi, Director of Asia and Oceania Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, as per an official statement by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).

2025-10-14T00:12:54.628300+00:00 IST

Asia

"51st time that Trump made this claim," Cong MP Jairam Ramesh on

ongress MP Jairam Ramesh on Monday highlighted US President Donald Trump's claim of stopping the India-Pakistan conflict, saying that this was the 51st time of his reiteration.

2025-10-13T23:40:55.819271+00:00 IST

Indian Ambassador Vinay Kwatra meets US Senator

Indian Ambassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra met US Senator Tammy Duckworth to discuss India-US cooperation in trade, energy, legal mobility, and defence. They also exchanged views on oil, gas, and biofuel collaboration under the broader energy partnership framework.

2025-10-13T23:06:32.876738+00:00 IST

Asia

"Afghanistan doesn't want conflict with anyone": Afghan FM

When asked by reporters about the recent border clashes with Pakistan, Muttaqi said Afghanistan also has five other neighbours and all are happy with them.

2025-10-13T23:02:37.622629+00:00 IST

Europe

“A proud moment for Europe,” says EU Chief on Aghion’s Nobel

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen congratulated economist Philippe Aghion on winning the Nobel Prize in Economics, calling it a proud moment for Europe. She praised his contributions to European competitiveness and recalled his recent visit to the EU Commission to discuss future economic policies.

2025-10-13T22:15:35.128769+00:00 IST

Asia

China rejects US sanctions, vows to protect its rights

China rejected new US sanctions, saying it will take necessary steps to protect its interests. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian urged the US to correct its approach and resolve differences through dialogue, stressing that both sides should maintain ties based on equality, respect, and mutual benefit.

2025-10-13T22:15:12.226072+00:00 IST

Middle East

MoS MEA Singh calls it 'privilege' attend Gaza Summit in Egypt

Singh said that the Summit underscored the global commitment to peace and dialogue.

2025-10-13T21:34:43.284578+00:00 IST

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“India, Pakistan will live nicely together,” says President Trump

US President Donald Trump, speaking at the Gaza Peace Summit in Egypt, praised India's leadership and expressed hope that India and Pakistan "are going to live very nicely together," highlighting his optimism for peace and regional cooperation.

2025-10-13T21:33:16.136222+00:00 IST

Europe

"Crucial to implement Trump’s peace plan for Gaza," UK PM says

Starmer called for the immediate implementation of US President Donald Trump's peace plan in Gaza.

2025-10-13T21:29:56.946714+00:00 IST

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“A monumental moment beyond the Middle East”: US President Trump

At the Gaza Peace Summit, US President Donald Trump called it a "monumental moment," stressing Gaza's reconstruction must focus on its people, not terror, and be demilitarised with a civilian police force. He pledged partnership for peace, saying, "There won't be World War III... not in the Middle East."

2025-10-13T21:27:21.857066+00:00 IST

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Union MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh attends Sharm El-Sheikh Peace Summit, reaffirms India's support for Gaza peace plan and two-state solution

Minister of State for External Affairs and Environment, Forest and Climate Change Kirti Vardhan Singh [MOS (KVS)] attended the Sharm El-Sheikh Peace Summit held in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, on October 13, as per an official statement by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).

2025-10-13T20:00:20.338851+00:00 IST

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India welcomes landmark Gaza Peace Agreement, reaffirms commitment to dialogue and diplomacy

Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh, as the special representative of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, attended the Gaza Peace Summit at Sharm El-Sheikh, co-hosted by US President Donald Trump and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi.

2025-10-13T19:53:51.082266+00:00 IST

Asia

MP-IDSA–Sichuan University High Level Track-2 Dialogue to be held

The Dialogue is being held on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between India and China. A 9-member delegation led by Ambassador Sujan R Chinoy, Director-General, MP-IDSA, will travel to Chengdu for the dialogue.

2025-10-13T19:53:14.087388+00:00 IST

Europe

London glows with joy as thousands celebrate Diwali at Trafalgar

The heart of London lit up with colour, culture, and community spirit on Sunday as thousands gathered at Trafalgar Square to celebrate Diwali on the Square 2025, the UK capital's flagship Diwali celebration.

2025-10-13T19:09:26.021706+00:00 IST