During the tour, participants explored contemporary media challenges while experiencing the warmth and hospitality of Tatarstan. They also noted striking cultural similarities between India and Russia.

2025-10-13T08:46:36.569154+00:00 IST

Asia

Political incompetence fuels Pakistan’s looming food emergency

Pakistan's wheat management system is once again caught in disarray, reflecting a troubling mix of policy paralysis and administrative failure. In an attempt to rein in surging flour prices, the Sindh cabinet recently approved the release of 1.265 million tonnes of wheat to flour mills at Rs3,800 per maund. Simultaneously, the Punjab government has enforced strict restrictions on the interprovincial movement of wheat and flour through a permit-based system. Yet, despite these measures, wheat prices continue their upward climb, signalling a widening imbalance between supply and demand, as reported by Dawn.

2025-10-13T08:45:00.355210+00:00 IST

Asia

‘Seek to de-risk international economy': Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a meeting on Monday with his Canadian counterpart, Anita Anand, who is on her first official visit to India after taking charge as Canada's new Foreign Minister. Jaishankar underlined that New Delhi and Ottawa should forge stronger ties across length and breadth, not only to de-risk the international economy but also to shepherd the process of rebuilding bilateral cooperation.

2025-10-13T08:41:24.282238+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan silences Baloch voices: Mahrang Baloch’s jail trial e

According to Dawn, Judge Muhammad Ali Mobin of ATC-1 presided over the proceedings, but instead of producing the detained leaders before the court, the BYC's legal representatives were summoned to the jail premises. Defence lawyer Israr Baloch stated that the prosecution failed to submit the challan (charge sheet), preventing the court from framing charges or launching a formal trial.

2025-10-13T08:35:29.218002+00:00 IST

Asia

EAM holds bilateral meet with Canada FM Anand

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday welcomed Canada's new Foreign Minister Anita Anand on her first official visit after taking charge and said that India looks forward to advancing ties with Canada with a positive mindset, as was indicated by PM Modi during his meet with Canadian PM Carney earlier this year.

2025-10-13T08:18:27.823891+00:00 IST

Middle East

First seven Israeli hostages freed, reunited with families after

Personnel from the IDF Manpower Directorate and medical teams are accompanying the seven hostages, Eitan Mor, Alon Ohel, Ziv Berman, Gali Berman, Guy Gilboa-Dalal, Omri Miran, and Matan Angrest, as they undergo initial medical evaluations at a facility in southern Israel.

2025-10-13T08:16:59.988095+00:00 IST

Middle East

Another 13 hostages released after 7 handed over to Red Cross in

Earlier in the day, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) confirmed that seven hostages had already been transferred to the Red Cross and were on their way to Israeli forces waiting inside Gaza.

2025-10-13T08:10:13.198099+00:00 IST

Others

Australia’s Minister for Climate Change and Energy to visit India

Australia's Minister for Climate Change and Energy, Chris Bowen will travel to India this week for portfolio meetings, as shared by the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water of Australia.

2025-10-13T07:45:13.820615+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan’s economic “recovery” masks deepening poverty

Pakistan's economy, despite official claims of stability and fiscal discipline, continues to be mired in deep socio-economic turmoil. While the government touts a steadier exchange rate, higher foreign inflows, and a revived stock market, the majority of Pakistanis remain trapped in economic hardship. The benefits of these macroeconomic gains have failed to trickle down to ordinary citizens, exposing the stark divide between policy narratives and lived realities, as reported by The Express Tribune.

2025-10-13T07:35:53.790542+00:00 IST

Middle East

“God bless America and God bless Israel”: Trump touches down

US President Donald Trump arrived in Israel on Monday as the exchange of hostages continues. He was welcomed by the top brass of Israel, and upon entry into the Israeli airspace, the Air Control thanked Trump, saying that his visit carries a deep meaning for the people.

2025-10-13T07:13:45.875755+00:00 IST

Middle East

US President Donald Trump touches down in Israel

US President Donald Trump landed in Israel on Monday as the release of hostages continues in Israel.

2025-10-13T06:49:24.443906+00:00 IST

Middle East

"They’re coming home": IDF confirms transfer of 7 Israeli hostage

In a statement, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said, "According to information provided by the Red Cross, seven hostages have been transferred into their custody, and are on their way to IDF and ISA forces in Gaza. The IDF is prepared to receive additional hostages who are expected to be transferred to the Red Cross later on."

2025-10-13T06:40:12.930258+00:00 IST

Trump warns Putin he will supply Tomahawk missiles to Kyiv

"I might have to speak to Russia, to be honest with you, about Tomahawks," the US leader told reporters on Sunday on board Air Force One enroute to West Asia.

2025-10-13T06:36:40.846358+00:00 IST

Middle East

Hamas says it remains committed to ceasefire deal after handing o

According to Times of Israel, Hamas's military wing, the Al-Qassam Brigades, issued a statement shortly after seven hostages were reportedly handed over to the Red Cross. The group said it "remains committed" to the agreement as long as Israel adheres to its part of the deal.

2025-10-13T06:27:12.338164+00:00 IST