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Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi on Afghanistan-Pakistan conflict

In a post on X, he said, on the occasion of Ramadan, Araghchi said the period of spiritual reflection provided an opportunity to ease tensions and "promote unity across the Islamic world".

2026-02-27T09:39:51.561357+00:00 IST

Global calls for ceasefire for Afghanistan-Pakistan clashes

The calls for a ceasefire came after overnight strikes by both sides caused significant damage to military installations and civilian infrastructure, along with casualties on both ends of the border.

2026-02-27T09:34:57.506797+00:00 IST

5.4 magnitude earthquake jolts Bangladesh;tremors felt in Kolkata

An earthquake of magnitude 5.4 on the Richter Scale struck 188 kilometres from Dhaka on Friday afternoon, the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) said.

2026-02-27T08:53:39.843091+00:00 IST

Mariam Solaimankhil warns women's safety will be worst casuality

In an interview with ANI, Solaimankhil dismissed claims that recent airstrikes targeted only militants, asserting that civilians were the primary victims.

2026-02-27T08:14:44.875299+00:00 IST

India “strong enough” to hold Pak accountable for nuclear threat

In an interview with ANI, Solaimankhil said India can demand accountability for the millions of lives affected by Pakistan's "terroristic deep state policies", while slamming the country for its dictatorial style of ruling.

2026-02-27T07:49:23.881736+00:00 IST

Pakistan profits from terror: Afghan MP in Exile

The Member of the Afghan Parliament in exile, Mariam Solaimankhil, on Friday stated that Pakistan has been profiting from the "business of terrorism" and creating proxy groups, including the Taliban, which have now turned against Islamabad amid escalating cross-border clashes between the two countries.

2026-02-27T07:22:07.616990+00:00 IST

Indian envoy meets Army Chief to discuss India-Maldives ties

In a post on X, the Additional Directorate General of Public Information (ADG PI) of the Indian Army stated, "Shri G.Balasubramanian, High Commissioner of India to the Republic of Maldives, called on #GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS...

2026-02-27T07:20:24.751469+00:00 IST

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FBI Director Kash Patel on Mar-a-Lago shooting

In a statement posted on X, Patel said the FBI is actively investigating the early morning incident in coordination with multiple agencies.

2026-02-22T16:32:31.712956+00:00 IST

US: Man shot dead after breaching Mar-a-Lago security perimeter

According to a statement from the Secret Service, the incident occurred at approximately 1:30 a.m. when the individual was observed near the north gate of the property carrying what appeared to be a shotgun and a fuel can.

2026-02-22T14:57:28.095158+00:00 IST

‘‘Decision made to attack Iran’’: Former CIA officer Kiriakou

Former CIA officer John Kiriakou claims the US has decided to attack Iran early this week, possibly as a distraction. This coincides with reports of hundreds of US troops being moved from Qatar and Bahrain, as President Trump weighs military options amid a breakdown in nuclear and missile negotiations.

2026-02-22T07:26:39.280472+00:00 IST

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EU criticises Pakistan over conviction of human rights lawyers

On Thursday, the European Union censured Pakistan following the conviction of human rights lawyers Imaan Mazari-Hazir and Hadi Ali Chattha. The EU said the verdict contradicts the democratic principles Pakistan has pledged to uphold at the international level. Mazari and her husband Chattha were detained last Friday while en route to attend a court hearing. They were later placed in two weeks of judicial remand after being booked under Pakistan's Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA).

2026-01-30T08:23:09.020387+00:00 IST

EU designates Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as terrorist group amid protests crackdown

EU foreign ministers designated Iran's IRGC as a terrorist organisation, citing violent crackdowns and security concerns. Israel welcomed the move, while Iran called it a strategic mistake. The decision eases legal action against IRGC members and comes alongside new EU sanctions over human rights abuses and Iran's missile and drone programmes.

2026-01-29T23:49:08.884780+00:00 IST

French Minister Delegate for AI, Digital Affairs joins RDay

The Embassy of India in Paris organised a reception on the occasion of the 77th Republic Day. The celebration brought together high-ranking French officials, ambassadors, members of the Indian community, and numerous friends of India. Minister Anne Le Henanff was the guest of honour for the event.

2026-01-29T10:58:27.030497+00:00 IST

Pacific

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Australia will establish Consulate General in Bengaluru: Albanese

Addressing a joint press conference in Sydney, Australia, PM Albanese said, "I'm pleased to announce the establishment of a new Australian Consulate General in Bengaluru, which will help connect Australian businesses to India's booming digital and innovation ecosystem. And I welcome India's plans for a consulate general in Brisbane."

2023-05-24T02:18:25.389809+00:00 IST

Hope to see India-Australia relations grow further: Sameer Pandey

Pandey was elected to the post of Lord Mayor on Monday and his election has coincided with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Australia.

2023-05-23T13:39:59.956022+00:00 IST

Your community has contributed to Australia: Albanese

Albanese said that they want to see Indian and Australian students studying in each other's countries. He also spoke about Indian-origin Sameer Pandey being elected as Lord Mayor.

2023-05-23T13:14:04.397513+00:00 IST

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19 dead, 16 injured after two buildings collapse in Morocco’s Fes

The two four-storey buildings were located in the Al-Mustaqbal neighbourhood. As per Al Jazeera, a total of eight families were living in the buildings at the time of the collapse.

2025-12-10T11:52:49.564064+00:00 IST

CNS Admiral Tripathi meets Brazilian Navy Commander

Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, during his ongoing visit to Brazil, met Adm Marcos Sampaio Olsen, Commander of the Brazilian Navy and held discussions on expanding cooperation in areas of defence industry, technology development, innovation, exchange of best practices and capacity building between the two navies.

2025-12-10T05:07:14.538310+00:00 IST

India-Brazil sign MoU for Scorpène-class submarines maintenance

During the visit of Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi to Brazil, a landmark tripartite MoU was signed between the Indian Navy, Brazilian Navy, and Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited on Exchange of Information related to Maintenance of Scorpène-class Submarines & other Naval Vessels, as per the spokesperson of the Indian Navy.

2025-12-10T03:28:57.191011+00:00 IST

Asia

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Pakistan faces deep education crisis amid low funding

A government report highlights a severe crisis in Pakistan's education system, with over 25 million children out of school and most ten-year-olds unable to read properly. Low government spending, weak policies, and poor learning resources continue to affect education quality across the country.

2026-03-06T10:11:24.301957+00:00 IST

Pakistan farmers face rising costs ahead of cotton sowing season

Farmers in South Punjab and Sindh face rising taxes, high input costs, and market uncertainty ahead of the cotton sowing season. Agricultural groups are urging the government to remove GST on cottonseed products, warning that continued financial pressure could further reduce cotton cultivation in Pakistan.

2026-03-06T09:53:45.085057+00:00 IST

"No one will dare violate our sovereignty again": Motlagh

Iran's Consul General in Mumbai stated that the country remains united after the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and will continue defending its sovereignty. He highlighted public support for the leadership, criticised US sanctions and attacks, and expressed hope for cooperation with India to facilitate the departure of Indian nationals if needed.

2026-03-06T09:23:17.166226+00:00 IST

Middle East

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New developments arise in West Asia conflict

An Iraqi armed group has claimed responsibility for an attack on a hotel in Erbil that it alleges houses US troops, Al Jazeera reported.

2026-03-03T03:59:28.050443+00:00 IST

Indian missions step in as UAE airspace closure disrupts flights

The Embassy of India in Kuwait, in a post on X, said it remains "fully engaged" in assisting Indian nationals affected by the disruption

2026-03-03T03:20:31.895765+00:00 IST

'Need to protect world from theological thuggery': Israeli PM

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday (local time) backed the US-Israeli military action against Iran as a part of Operation Epic Fury/Roaring Lion, noting that it protects not only US, Israel but also the world at large from 'theological thuggery'.

2026-03-03T03:18:31.737900+00:00 IST

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Asia

MAC maintains ban on senior Chinese TAO officials

MAC Deputy Chairman Liang Wen-chieh defended the government's position while responding to media questions about a Shanghai delegation that attended the Taipei Lantern Festival. The delegation was led by a lower-ranking TAO official instead of the director of its Shanghai office.

2026-02-27T06:21:32.867502+00:00 IST

ETGE urges international action over Beijing’s security policies

The East Turkistan Government in Exile (ETGE) has called on the international community, including relevant United Nations bodies, to take coordinated and principled action in response to what it described as the continued institutionalisation of a coercive security and control system in East Turkistan, also known as Xinjiang, which it refers to as an occupied territory under Chinese rule.

2026-02-27T06:20:19.483176+00:00 IST

Europe

Baloch group backs BYC’s month-long campaign

The Baloch Advocacy and Studies Centre (BASC) has expressed support and solidarity with the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), which has launched a month-long awareness campaign marking one year since the detention of several of its leaders.

2026-02-27T06:12:38.278674+00:00 IST

Asia

Senge Sering alleges systemic neglect in PoGB amid water crisis

Sering said women in PoGB are increasingly coming forward to demand fundamental rights, including access to water, electricity and sanitation. Referring to a recent viral video from Gilgit city, he described how a woman protested against the absence of essential services in her locality....

2026-02-27T06:07:26.066109+00:00 IST

HRW urges Pakistan to quash longstanding blasphemy case

Human Rights Watch (HRW) has called on Pakistani authorities to quash the decades-long blasphemy conviction of academic Junaid Hafeez, who has been held in prison for 13 years under the country's strict blasphemy laws, highlighting serious concerns about due process and human rights violations.

2026-02-27T06:03:05.559256+00:00 IST

Asia

Armed attacks, highway blockades reported in Balochistan

According to the reports, unidentified gunmen set up a blockade on the Karachi-Quetta N-25 National Highway in Surab. When a police convoy reached the location, it allegedly came under fire, resulting in a clash. During the exchange, an armoured police vehicle was said to have been destroyed in an explosion.

2026-02-27T05:59:57.922415+00:00 IST

Europe

UN condemns Taliban’s new decree on women

The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk, has strongly condemned the Taliban-led government in Afghanistan over a new decree that effectively expands and legitimises the use of violence against women and children, including in homes, in the country.

2026-02-27T05:46:44.836000+00:00 IST

Asia

India, China discuss boosting bilateral ties in Shanghai

According to a post by the Consulate General of India in Shanghai on X, the meeting took place on the sidelines of the inauguration ceremony of the centre established under the framework of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO).

2026-02-27T05:40:40.344352+00:00 IST

Hillary Clinton denies knowledge of Epstein crimes in Testimony

"Let me be as clear as I can. I do not," she said. "As I stated in my sworn declaration on January 13, I had no idea about their criminal activities. I do not recall ever encountering Mr. Epstein. I never flew on his plane or visited his island, homes or offices. I have nothing to add to that."

2026-02-27T04:34:50.156216+00:00 IST

US DOW slams Anthropic CEO after firm rejects AI demands

DOW slams Anthropic CEO after firm rejects AI dema

2026-02-27T04:16:00.664530+00:00 IST

Asia

Former Afghan President Karzai condemns Pakistan airstrikes

In a post on X, he said," The Pakistani aircraft once again bombed Kabul, Kandahar, and Paktia. The Afghans will defend their beloved homeland with complete unity in all circumstances and will respond to aggression with courage...."

2026-02-27T03:46:10.026918+00:00 IST

Europe

"Made good progress": Araghchi on Iran-US talks

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said "good progress" was made after long and intensive talks in the third round of negotiations with the US in Geneva on issues of Tehran's nuclear programme and sanctions relief discussed amid escalated tensions between the two sides.

2026-02-27T03:44:55.400534+00:00 IST

Asia

UP CM's 1st visit to Japan aims to expand industrial relations

Yogi Adityanath, Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh state is visiting Japan aiming to expand industrial relations and human resource exchange. At Japan side, members of the Japan-India Governors' Network for Friendship and Exchange lead by Kotaro Nagasaki, Governor of Yamanashi, welcomed 7 private companies attending and introduced their contributions and requirements to Uttar Pradesh state.

2026-02-27T03:41:15.748804+00:00 IST

Anthropic cuts off Claude access to CCP-linked firms

US-based artificial intelligence company Anthropic has said it cut off access to its AI model Claude for firms linked to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), forgoing several hundred million dollars in revenue as part of efforts to safeguard America's technological lead.

2026-02-27T03:08:30.519641+00:00 IST