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PM Modi speaks with President Putin, extends birthday wishes

The two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to further deepen the India-Russia Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership.

2025-10-07T14:10:27.583144+00:00 IST

Police send complaint against ex-Nepal PM Oli to probe panel

Nepal's Kathmandu District Police forwarded complaints against former PM KP Sharma Oli and ex-Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak to a high-level commission probing the Gen-Z protests, where 21 people died. Families of victims accused them of crimes against humanity, prompting an investigation into the alleged excessive use of force.

2025-10-07T13:56:24.105625+00:00 IST

Participants back “independent, peaceful Afghanistan” at meet

Participants of the 7th meeting of the Moscow Format Consultations on Afghanistan reaffirmed their collective support for the establishment of Afghanistan as an "independent, united and peaceful state," according to a joint statement released by the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) on Tuesday.

2025-10-07T12:42:38.326309+00:00 IST

Surge in traffic accidents on Kabul-Kandahar highway leaves over 100 dead in 3 months

Over the past three months, 295 road accidents along the Kabul-Kandahar highway have left 102 people dead and 402 injured, including women and children, officials said. Authorities blame reckless driving, unlicensed drivers, and poor road conditions for the surge, and have set up checkpoints to curb violations.

2025-10-07T11:48:50.324460+00:00 IST

Kazan to host business forum 'TIME: Russia - India. Mutual Efficiency' to strengthen bilateral ties

The event will be held with the support of the Government of Tatarstan and the Embassy of India in Russia, with the TV BRICS International Media Network as its international media partner.

2025-10-07T11:46:36.878318+00:00 IST

WUC launches global push to hold China accountable for Uyghurs

The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) released its monthly brief highlighting global advocacy efforts across Europe and Asia to raise awareness about China's repression of Uyghurs. It included meetings with diplomats, lawmakers, and rights groups, plus a civil complaint in France against firms accused of complicity in abuses.

2025-10-07T10:55:18.880184+00:00 IST

LeT deputy chief Saifullah Kasuri threatens Prime Minister Modi

LeT deputy chief and Pahalgam attack mastermind Saifullah Kasuri, in a viral video, threatened PM Modi while praising Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir as "Field Marshal," accusing India of "doing water terrorism" and claiming it caused Pakistan's floods through "uncontrolled water release."

2025-10-07T10:30:01.171867+00:00 IST

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US: BAPS Sanstha welcomes decision on closure of investigation

The BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha in the United States welcomed the decision by the United States Department of Justice and the United States Attorney's Office for the District of New Jersey to close their investigation of BAPS and the creation of BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham, an official statement by BAPS Sanstha noted on Thursday.

2025-09-18T15:45:45.765886+00:00 IST

Trump administration unveils 'patriotic education' initiative

US president Donald Trump announced a new supplemental priority for federal education grants that aims to promote "patriotic education" across American schools.

2025-09-18T11:19:17.739265+00:00 IST

HRIC raises concern over rising repression

Human Rights in China (HRIC) has issued its latest weekly brief, highlighting a troubling escalation in state repression, legal manoeuvring, and the global export of surveillance tools by Beijing.

2025-09-18T10:21:09.307980+00:00 IST

Europe

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Sixth Meeting of GFTM held in Geneva

The Sixth Meeting of the Group of Friends of Traditional Medicine (GFTM) was successfully held on May 9 at the Permanent Mission of India (PMI) in Geneva.

2025-05-11T16:29:02.008038+00:00 IST

Putin proposes direct talks with Kyiv in Istanbul to end war

In a televised address shared by the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Putin emphasised that the talks should take place "without any preconditions" and that Turkey, under President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, should once again serve as the host.

2025-05-11T16:07:57.658614+00:00 IST

"Positive sign": Zelenskyy on Russian indication to end war

President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Sunday welcomed the indication that Russia may be considering ending the war, calling it a positive sign. He emphasised the importance of a full, lasting, and reliable ceasefire as the first step towards peace.

2025-05-11T10:45:21.737246+00:00 IST

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More than 70 die in artisanal gold mine collapse in Mali

More than 70 people have died in southwest Mali after an artisanal gold mine collapsed last week, officials said, Al Jazeera reported.

2024-01-25T00:40:11.444950+00:00 IST

Fatalities reported as plane crashes in Canada's Northwest Territ

An unspecified number of people died after a plane crashed in Canada's Northwest Territories near the town of Fort Smith while it was headed to a diamond mine, CNN reported, citing officials.

2024-01-24T09:14:44.241627+00:00 IST

"India is betting on Africa's rise": Jaishankar

Lauding it's upward trajectory in terms of aspirations, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasized that India is placing its bets on Africa's growth due to the abundant opportunities presented by its demography and resources.

2024-01-23T16:24:31.941656+00:00 IST

Asia

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EAM meets US congressional delegation; discusses ties

In a post on X, Jaishankar shared that he interacted with US Reps Mike Rogers of Alabama, Adam Smith of Washington state, and Jimmy Patronis of Florida, as well as the US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor.

2026-01-25T09:13:19.318218+00:00 IST

Pakistan accused of enacting ‘genocidal policy’ against Baloch

The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) has accused the Pakistani state of pursuing what it described as a deliberate and systematic campaign of genocide against the Baloch people, urging the international community to take immediate notice of alleged grave human rights violations, as reported by The Balochistan Post.

2026-01-25T08:51:39.316386+00:00 IST

Pak media says business sector facing competitiveness challenges

Pakistan's business sector is confronting a mounting competitiveness challenge, with production and operating expenses now estimated to be 34 per cent higher than those in regional economies, severely weakening the country's position in international trade, according to the Pakistan Business Forum (PBF).

2026-01-25T08:26:17.500877+00:00 IST

Middle East

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Israeli forces uncover, partially destroy Gaza terror tunnel

A one-kilometer-long tunnel at a depth of about 15 meters containing Hamas weapons and explosives including explosives, Kalashnikov weapons and RPG missiles was located in the Khan Yunis area in the Gaza Strip by Israel forces in Gaza and was partially destroyed.

2025-07-30T01:25:36.767864+00:00 IST

UAE: Air Arabia expands services to Bangkok

Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa's first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) operator, announced the expansion of its flight services to Bangkok, Thailand with the addition of a third daily flight starting from 26th October 2025.

2025-07-30T01:19:29.103733+00:00 IST

UAE strongly condemns terrorist attack on church in Democratic Re

The United Arab Emirates strongly condemned the terrorist attack that targeted a church in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), which resulted in the deaths of a number of innocent people.

2025-07-30T01:18:33.799507+00:00 IST

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Tibetan Election Commission in-exile announces general elections

The elections of the Sikyong (political leader) and the Tibetan parliament in exile will be held in two phases. The first phase of the elections will be held on February 1, 2026, and the second phase is scheduled for April 26, 2026.

2025-10-07T09:33:44.930893+00:00 IST

Asia

Uproar in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa over turning education into business

As part of the ongoing protest, teachers in public colleges suspended classes after 10 a.m., while students staged demonstrations across multiple districts.

2025-10-07T09:11:53.130812+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan: Seven people injured after blast derails four bogies

At least seven people were injured on Tuesday after a blast took place on a railway track that derailed four bogies of the Jaffar Express in Sindh's Shikarpur district, Dawn reported citing officials.

2025-10-07T08:36:07.232069+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan’s deceptive peace move masks brutal occupation

Pakistan's recent "peace deal" with protesters in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (POJK) is being viewed as a desperate and hollow move to buy time, mislead the global community, and conceal the country's decades-long oppression in the region.

2025-10-07T08:32:47.473449+00:00 IST

World

Tamil Nadu CM inaugurates Space and Defence Industries Exhibition

MK Stalin said that Tamil Nadu is emerging as a leader in the manufacturing sector and emphasised the state's commitment to the growth of India's space sector.

2025-10-07T08:31:22.261136+00:00 IST

Asia

‘Have consistently advocated for global AI governance':Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar shared how India has been a consistent advocate for global Artificial Intelligence (AI) governance for global good, such as advancing the sustainable development goals and envisaging inclusive AI.

2025-10-07T07:58:20.122224+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan’s economic stability masks a nation sinking deeper

Pakistan's apparent economic recovery, often highlighted by government officials and market analysts, conceals a far grimmer reality for millions of its citizens. While the state asserts growth under the IMF program and the stock market touches record highs, the World Bank's latest assessment reveals that poverty and inequality continue to deepen across much of the country, as reported by The Express Tribune.

2025-10-07T07:25:31.644310+00:00 IST

US

Trump mulls over supply of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine 

US President Donald Trump told reporters on Monday from the Oval Office that he wants to know what Ukraine is planning to do if the Tomahawk missiles are supplied to them. He reiterated the call for an end to the Russia-Ukraine conflict in his remarks, noting that he does not want to see an escalation.

2025-10-07T06:56:36.627046+00:00 IST

Asia

Exercise Konkan 2025: India-UK carrier strike groups link up

The Indian and British carrier strike groups link up in a historic first during the 2025 edition of Exercise Konkan, the UK Defence Advisor in India shared on Tuesday.

2025-10-07T06:28:26.164850+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistani forces accused of destroying homes and graves

Pakistani security forces have continued a large-scale military operation in Zehri, a tehsil in the Khuzdar district of Balochistan, where reports suggest serious human rights violations, including detentions, house demolitions, and desecration of graves, four individuals, including a woman, have been taken into custody and transferred to an undisclosed location as part of the ongoing campaign, as reported by The Balochistan Post.

2025-10-07T06:21:55.689412+00:00 IST

Asia

NK ruling party anniv: China, Russia, Vietnam, Laos to attend

Vietnam's top leader, To Lam, will also pay a State visit to North Korea at the invitation of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un to attend the celebrations. Laos' President Thongloun Sisoulith and Chairman of United Russia Party, Dmitry Medvedev has also been invited for the event.

2025-10-07T06:09:01.223749+00:00 IST

Asia

Jaishankar highlights India's leadership role in AI

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar underlined the important role India plays in the global Artificial Intelligence landscape, noting that several countries, especially those from the Global South, look up to it for inspiration.

2025-10-07T05:44:07.334564+00:00 IST

US

"Has anger management problem….": Trump on Greta Thunberg

US President Donald Trump criticised climate activist Greta Thunberg, suggesting she has an "anger management problem" and should see a doctor.

2025-10-07T05:18:26.126326+00:00 IST

Middle East

Piyush Goyal highlights PM Modi's vision for self-reliant India

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, who is in Qatar to co-chair the India-Qatar Joint Commission on Trade and Commerce, highlighted Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for a self-reliant and prosperous India.

2025-10-07T03:52:47.444048+00:00 IST