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Jaishankar meets Italian FM Tajani in New York, discusses Ukraine

The meeting was focused on recent developments in the Mediterranean, the Middle East, Ukraine and the Indo-Pacific region. Both ministers also reviewed the growing strength of India-Italy bilateral ties.

2025-09-25T15:57:47.339814+00:00 IST

Nepal interim PM says poll preparations already underway

Nepal's interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki announced preparations for parliamentary elections on March 5, 2026. In her national address, she urged citizens to vote, rejected Gen Z demands for a new executive system, and pledged investigations into past corruption after recent deadly protests left 74 people dead.

2025-09-25T15:35:28.863885+00:00 IST

“Israel’s actions are war crimes, crimes against humanity”: Abbas

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas addressed the UNGA via video after being denied a US visa. He accused Israel of committing genocide in Gaza, claiming over 220,000 casualties, and described the actions as war crimes and crimes against humanity that will stand among history's worst humanitarian tragedies.

2025-09-25T15:34:31.787625+00:00 IST

Russian jets detected near Alaska for second time in a month

According to NORAD, the Russian planes included two long-range Tu-95 bombers and two Su-35 fighter jets. They were flying in the Alaska Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ), which is international airspace next to US and Canadian territory.

2025-09-25T15:19:27.601664+00:00 IST

UNHRC session hears India’s call on Pahalgam massacre

Addressing the 60th session of the UNHRC, Dr Sharma condemned terrorism as a fundamental assault on human dignity and international peace. He invoked the April 22, 2025, attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Baisaran Valley of Pahalgam, where 26 innocent civilians, including women and children, were massacred in a targeted assault on pilgrims and tourists.

2025-09-25T14:49:18.545682+00:00 IST

Jaishankar calls for South-South cooperation

He shared insightful perspectives on navigating global uncertainty, highlighting four key trends: interconnected growth drivers of self-reliance, technology adoption, multipolarity, and South-South cooperation, which are mutually reinforcing and shaping a new global landscape; evolving global workforce by adapting to contemporary needs, reflecting shifts in skills, mobility, and digital capabilities.

2025-09-25T14:39:36.034964+00:00 IST

“We call for ceasefire in Gaza”: Somali President at UNGA

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, addressing the 80th UNGA High-Level Debate in New York, urged a ceasefire in Gaza and humanitarian access for Palestinians. He also warned about fragile states and climate change, while presenting Somalia as proof of progress through international support.

2025-09-25T14:28:59.042867+00:00 IST

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Trump was FBI informant against Epstein, claims US House Speaker

House Speaker Mike Johnson defended President Trump after he called the bipartisan push to release Jeffrey Epstein investigation files a "Democrat hoax," saying Trump has been an FBI informant for decades and "has great sympathy for the women who have suffered these unspeakable harms."

2025-09-06T02:35:10.182067+00:00 IST

"I'll always be friends with PM Modi": Trump

US President Donald Trump expressed confidence in India-US ties and called it a special relationship. Trump affirmed that he would always be friends with Prime Minister Narendra Modi; however, he expressed displeasure over what "he (PM Modi) is doing" in contemporary times.

2025-09-05T23:34:18.111891+00:00 IST

Trump responds to his earlier 'India lost to China' remarks

US President Donald Trump on Friday responded to his post on Truth Social where he called of losing 'India and Russia to China', saying that he does not think that has happened.

2025-09-05T22:14:58.434766+00:00 IST

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Temporary tariff pause mitigates trade contraction: WTO

The volume of world merchandise trade is expected to decline by 0.2 per cent in 2025 under current conditions, nearly three percentage points lower than what would have been expected under a "low tariff" baseline scenario, according to the WTO Secretariat's latest Global Trade Outlook and Statistics report released on April 16.

2025-04-16T20:10:52.098416+00:00 IST

EU lists seven ‘safe’ countries including India, Bangladesh

One of the main steps includes creating the first EU list of safe countries of origin, which includes India, Kosovo, Bangladesh, Colombia, Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia.

2025-04-16T15:37:48.644658+00:00 IST

UK Supreme Court defines 'woman' on biological sex

In a unanimous ruling, the court clarified that the legal definition of "woman" in the context of the Equality Act (EA) 2010 is based on biological sex rather than gender identity.

2025-04-16T12:13:41.238598+00:00 IST

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Indian national arrives in Cairo after being evacuated from Gaza

Indian Ambassador to Egypt Ajit Gupte on Tuesday received an Indian national who has arrived safely in Cairo after being evacuated from the Gaza Strip.

2023-11-14T16:40:16.594062+00:00 IST

Montreal Jewish school hit by gunfire second time in a week

For the second time in a week, a Jewish school in Montreal was targeted by gunfire, Canada-based CTV News reported.

2023-11-14T13:31:37.185615+00:00 IST

Around 100 killed during massacre in Burkina Faso

"Nearly a hundred civilians, including women and children, are reported to have been killed in a massacre in the village of Zaongo, in the north-central region of Burkina Faso," the EU External Action (EEAS) said in a statement.

2023-11-14T10:52:47.516666+00:00 IST

Asia

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Pakistan: 26 people dead, 81 still missing in Karachi’s Gul Plaza

At least 26 people have been confirmed dead and up to 81 others are reported missing after a massive fire tore through Gul Plaza on Karachi's MA Jinnah Road in Pakistan, leaving the multi-storey commercial building structurally unstable and unsafe for general access.

2026-01-20T01:02:43.664270+00:00 IST

India repatriates Pakistani national via Wagah-Attari border

"Hafiz Muhammad Abbu Bakar, a Pakistani citizen imprisoned in India, was repatriated to Pakistan via the Wagah-Attari border today," the Pakistan High Commission said on Monday.

2026-01-19T22:51:42.433952+00:00 IST

Afghanistan: Seven, including a Chinese national killed in hotel

Kabul police spokesperson Khalid Zadran said that the blast occurred at the joint restaurant of Chinese Muslims and Afghans called "Chinese Noodle." He added that a Chinese Muslim, Abdul Majid, resident of Xinjiang province, was among the victims.

2026-01-19T21:02:33.368210+00:00 IST

Middle East

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Israeli forces destroy Gaza City tunnels

Israeli forces neutralized two terrorists who had fired an anti-tank missile at soldiers in the northern Gaza area of Gaza City last week, the Israel Defense Forces said on Sunday.

2025-07-13T09:35:50.858416+00:00 IST

Ben-Gurion Airport expands as foreign airlines return to Israel

Numerous foreign carriers are set to resume operations following the European Aviation Authority's decision to lift its advisory against flying to Israel. Nearly 3.4 million passengers are expected over July and August.

2025-07-13T08:40:20.450147+00:00 IST

Israel invests USD 13.2 million to build AI data infrastructure

Led by the Innovation Authority, Ministry of Economy and Industry, and Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, the initiative aims to develop accessible data infrastructure across sectors like agrotech, health, climate, and security.

2025-07-13T08:30:16.668936+00:00 IST

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Asia

Kabul residents decry power outages, urges to act

Residents of Kabul's District 6 said they get only six hours of electricity daily, with rising bills worsening hardships. They urged Breshna to act, while its spokesperson admitted Kabul has only 350-400 megawatts against a demand of 650-700, Tolo News reported.

2025-09-25T13:36:29.900969+00:00 IST

Asia

Pak: PoGB traders continue sit-in, reject tax exemption deal

Traders in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan (PoGB) vowed to continue their sit-in at Sost Dry Port despite a government deal capping tax exemptions at PKR 4 billion. Leader Javed Hussain told Dawn the settlement ignored PoGB's constitutional exemption, warning traders may adopt a "Plan C" if demands remain unmet.

2025-09-25T12:51:03.195070+00:00 IST

Asia

V S Seshadri highlights global trade challenges at IIULER talk

Former Ambassador V S Seshadri, speaking at IIULER Goa as part of the MEA Distinguished Lecture Series, outlined global trade challenges, highlighting US unilateral tariffs, China's economic strategies, EU protectionism, and India's limited trade share, while stressing India's four-pronged strategy to reduce dependencies, as per a release by IIULER.

2025-09-25T12:34:19.572240+00:00 IST

Asia

Beijing’s spy scandal: Taiwan punishes ex-DPP members

According to Focus Taiwan, the court ruling, Huang Chu-jung, a former aide to DPP New Taipei Councillor Lee Yu-tien, received a 10-year sentence. Ho Jen-chieh, who previously served as an assistant to National Security Council Secretary-General Joseph Wu when he was foreign minister, was sentenced to eight years and two months.

2025-09-25T12:34:00.733151+00:00 IST

Europe

Sarkozy sentenced to five years over Libyan funding case

Former French president Nicolas Sarkozy has been sentenced to five years in jail after being found guilty of criminal conspiracy over alleged illegal financing of his 2007 presidential campaign by Libya. Two of his former ministers were also convicted, while other charges against him were dismissed.

2025-09-25T12:32:54.671612+00:00 IST

Asia

Sambhali Trust highlights grassroots empowerment, urges stronger

Rathore highlighted the crucial role of international human rights bodies, describing them as guardians of freedom and dignity at a time when violence and discrimination remain on the rise.

2025-09-25T12:18:49.403186+00:00 IST

Trump swaps Biden portrait with autopen image in Presidential wal

The White House also posted a picture on X of Trump walking and inspecting the pictures at the Walk of Fame.

2025-09-25T11:47:20.895737+00:00 IST

Asia

CCP’s subversion efforts in New Zealand spark regional alarm

Experts warn Pacific nations to guard against Beijing's influence after two incidents in New Zealand, including pressure on a Taiwan-linked event and airport security protests. Scholar David Yeau-Tarn Lee said New Zealand is aligning with democracies to resist CCP infiltration and defend sovereignty, The Epoch Times reported.

2025-09-25T11:30:41.015514+00:00 IST

Europe

Spain, Italy send naval ships to protect Gaza aid flotilla

Spain and Italy have deployed naval ships to escort the Global Sumud Flotilla carrying aid to Gaza after reported Israeli drone attacks in the Mediterranean. Leaders stressed international law and citizen safety, while Italy urged activists to stay in international waters, Al Jazeera reported.

2025-09-25T11:06:22.960473+00:00 IST

Asia

French envoy in Mumbai to honour JSW Foundation’s Sangita Jindal

The Ambassador of France to India, Thierry Mathou, is in Mumbai on a two-day mission (September 25- 26) focused on enhancing the vibrant cultural and business relations between France and India, the Embassy of France in India said in a release.

2025-09-25T10:54:53.359883+00:00 IST

Asia

North Korea holds 2,000 kg highly enriched uranium, could build dozens of nukes: Seoul

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) estimates that 42kg of highly enriched uranium is required for one nuclear weapon. Based on that measure, 2,000kg would be sufficient for roughly 47 nuclear bombs, Al Jazeera noted.

2025-09-25T10:32:42.285738+00:00 IST

Asia

"Loans over loans is not a solution," says PM Shehbaz Sharif

Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif urged wealthy nations to honour climate finance pledges, saying "loans over loans" can't solve crises. Highlighting Pakistan's flood losses, he reaffirmed emission-cutting goals and renewable energy plans, while lamenting inadequate global support. UN chief Antonio Guterres stressed urgent action and $1.3 trillion climate finance by 2035.

2025-09-25T10:08:17.460406+00:00 IST

Middle East

ADJD Undersecretary, Serbian Justice Minister discuss judicial

Counsellor Yousef Saeed Al-Abri, Undersecretary of the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department, has discussed with Nenad Vojic, Minister of Justice of the Republic of Serbia, ways of enhancing cooperation and exchanging expertise in judicial and legal fields, during an official delegation visit to Belgrade.

2025-09-25T09:39:29.506268+00:00 IST

Asia

China’s control over Dalai Lama succession draws flak

Australia has raised serious concerns over human rights violations in Tibet and condemned any interference in the selection of the next Dalai Lama at the ongoing 60th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), according to a report by the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA).

2025-09-25T09:09:39.499714+00:00 IST