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Shalom Modi: PM begins Israel visit to boost strategic ties

Netanyahu, accompanied by his wife Sara Netanyahu, personally received Prime Minister Modi at the Ben Gurion Airport, reflecting the close personal rapport shared by the two leaders. The two Prime Ministers exchanged a warm hug upon arrival.

2026-02-25T11:03:41.399234+00:00 IST

Pak: PTI moves Supreme Court for Imran Khan's immediate transfer to private hospital amid vision loss fears

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) has moved the Supreme Court seeking urgent medical treatment for jailed founder Imran Khan, Dawn reported. The plea requests his transfer to Shifa International Hospital for specialised eye care and access to personal doctors, citing transparency and health concerns.

2026-02-25T10:57:24.710702+00:00 IST

Brazilian Chamber approves special tax regime for Data Centres

Brazil's Chamber of Deputies approved, in the early hours of Wednesday, a bill creating the Special Tax Regime for Data Centre Services (Redata), a measure designed to attract large-scale digital infrastructure investments with an estimated tax waiver of R$ 7 billion over three years. The proposal now moves to the Federal Senate, which must vote on it before midnight when the provisional measure underpinning the policy expires.

2026-02-25T10:46:54.180397+00:00 IST

"Heart is still Indian": Diaspora excited for PM Modi’s visit

The Indian diaspora in Israel expressed excitement over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit, calling it a symbol of strong India-Israel ties. Community members voiced pride in their Indian roots, while Modi highlighted the growing strategic partnership and outlined meetings with Israeli leaders, including an address to the Knesset.

2026-02-25T10:39:57.451123+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 3.6 strikes Tibet

An earthquake of magnitude 3.6 struck on Wednesday, a statement by the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said.

2026-02-25T10:31:45.219439+00:00 IST

Three earthquakes strike Myanmar

The earthquake occurred at a shallow depth of 10km, making it susceptible to aftershocks.

2026-02-25T10:19:21.236294+00:00 IST

Imran Khan’s sisters slam PTI leadership for ‘silence’

The sisters of former Pakistani Prime Minister and founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Imran Khan, on Wednesday strongly criticised the party's leadership for what they described as "complete silence" and lack of action regarding Khan's ongoing legal cases.

2026-02-25T10:18:34.052893+00:00 IST

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US State Dept launches Edge AI Package for Indo-Pacific

This initiative accelerates the Pax Silica vision of a flourishing, interconnected Indo-Pacific by empowering millions with developer tools of AI innovation and entrepreneurship. It also provides a market-based alternative to high-risk vendors, offsetting the price distortions of untrusted providers while promoting a trusted AI software stack--a critical component of U.S. efforts to ensure that the digital infrastructure of our partners remains secure, autonomous, and free from coercion.

2026-02-20T00:32:29.383278+00:00 IST

Would love to have China, Russia on Board of Peace: Trump

As US President Donald Trump held an inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace, he expressed his desire to have China and Russia on the board.

2026-02-20T00:01:31.172302+00:00 IST

55% Indian Americans disapprove of Trump’s India policies: Survey

The 2026 Indian American Attitudes Survey released by Carnegie Endowment for International Peace revealed deep dissatisfaction of Indian Americans with US President Donald Trump's second term, particularly his handling of bilateral relations with India.

2026-02-19T20:18:47.803376+00:00 IST

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“Maduro on trial, Putin not”: Zelenskyy at Davos

Zelenskyy said, "President Trump led an operation in Venezuela, and Maduro was arrested. There were different opinions about it, but the fact remains that Maduro is on trial in New York. Sorry, Putin is not on trial. This is the fourth year of the biggest war in Europe since World War II, and the man who started it is not only free, he is still fighting for his frozen money in Europe."

2026-01-22T17:59:01.414220+00:00 IST

US, Ukraine, Russia officials to hold trilateral meeting in UAE: Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy announced a trilateral meeting between US, Ukrainian and Russian officials will be held in the UAE from Friday. Trump called his meeting with Zelenskyy "good" but said peace talks have "a ways to go," adding the war must end and negotiations are ongoing.

2026-01-22T17:45:26.901809+00:00 IST

Jharkhand CM meets UK Minister Seema Malhotra

During the meeting, the UK side noted and appreciated the Marang Gomke Jaipal Munda Overseas Scholarship and the Chevening-Marang Gomke Scholarship, describing them as living examples of the strong India-UK partnership.

2026-01-22T17:14:34.910984+00:00 IST

Pacific

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MoS Rajkumar Singh reaffirms India's strong commitment to Fiji

"Minister of State for External Affairs Hon'ble @RanjanRajkuma11 conveyed warmest greetings of the Government & the people of India on the special occasion of #GirmitDay. Reaffirms India's strong commitment to further strengthening our partnership for progress with Fiji," tweeted the High Commission of India in Suva.

2023-05-15T20:11:28.718582+00:00 IST

Fiji PM Rabuka apologizes for 1987 coup, seeks forgiveness

Rabuka made the confession at the Reconciliation Service between the Methodist Church and the Girmitiyas in Suva held at the Vodafone Arena and has asked for forgiveness.

2023-05-14T20:02:52.070556+00:00 IST

Police release images of accused involved in temple vandalisation

Authorities at the temple in Western Sydney's Rosehill suburb said they found unwanted graffiti on the structure's front wall and a so-called 'Khalistan flag' hanging on its gate, a week ago, on May 5.

2023-05-13T07:33:33.423308+00:00 IST

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PM Modi, Canada PM note progress in bilateral ties on G20 Summit

The leaders, who met in the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Johannesburg, agreed to further the bilateral ties in several sectors.

2025-11-23T17:01:44.388246+00:00 IST

PM Modi emplanes for Delhi post G20 Summit from Johannesburg

In his official visit to Johannesburg from November 22-23, PM Modi attended several sessions and held talks with world leaders on the sidelines.

2025-11-23T16:01:20.030432+00:00 IST

PM Modi meets Italian counterpart Meloni on G20 Summit sidelines

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in South Africa, engaging in discussions and sharing a warm moment. Their interaction was marked by smiles, handshakes, and warm greetings, highlighting the strong bond between India and Italy.

2025-11-23T15:01:05.094612+00:00 IST

Asia

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PM Modi, Finnish President Stubb inaugurate 11th Raisina Dialogue

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday inaugurated the 11th edition of the Raisina Dialogue, India's flagship conference on geopolitics and geo-economics, along with Finnish President Alexander Stubb, who is also the Chief Guest for the three-day event.

2026-03-05T13:32:44.831928+00:00 IST

India signs condolence book over Khamenei's death

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Thursday signed the condolence book at the Embassy of Iran in New Delhi on behalf of the Government of India, expressing sympathy following the death of the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

2026-03-05T13:17:59.561368+00:00 IST

Balochistan sees new wave of alleged enforced disappearances

Reports from various parts of Balochistan indicate that at least six people have allegedly been forcibly disappeared in recent security operations, while the body of a man who had been missing for weeks was discovered in Awaran district.

2026-03-05T12:27:28.027024+00:00 IST

Middle East

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UAE summons Iranian Ambassador amid tensions

The Ministry stressed that the targeting of the UAE's territory constitutes a blatant violation of its sovereignty, a threat to its national security, and a clear breach of all international conventions, resolutions, and established norms.

2026-03-02T01:08:05.067453+00:00 IST

"UK not involved in strikes on Iran," says PM Starmer

He revealed that British jets were already engaged in defensive operations in the Gulf. "We have British jets in the air as part of coordinated defensive operations, which have already successfully intercepted Iranian strikes."

2026-03-01T22:50:30.886766+00:00 IST

Former Israeli Ambassador on US-Israel strikes against Iran

He claimed that Iran's actions have affected several countries in the region.

2026-03-01T20:54:35.846364+00:00 IST

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Asia

Indian diaspora in Israel gears up to welcome PM Modi to the coun

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is travelling to Israel upon Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's invitation and the Indian diaspora in the country is more excited than ever.

2026-02-25T09:33:34.555509+00:00 IST

Asia

Security agencies say Nepal fully prepared for March 5 polls

As voting day approaches, the government has intensified daily high-level security briefings. On Tuesday, Prime Minister Sushila Karki and Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal convened a back-to-back meeting to review election preparedness and the overall law-and-order situation.

2026-02-25T09:29:48.815856+00:00 IST

Asia

Sri Lanka's former intelligence chief arrested over 2019 Easter S

Sri Lanka's former State Intelligence Services (SIS) Chief, Major General (Retired) Suresh Sallay, was arrested on Wednesday in connection with the 2019 Easter Sunday terror attacks, The Daily Mirror Online reported.

2026-02-25T09:13:35.316593+00:00 IST

Europe

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy pleads with Trump to ‘stay on our side’

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky made a high-stakes appeal this week to US President Donald Trump, calling on him to keep the United States firmly aligned with Ukraine as its war against Russia stretches into its fifth year and the Russian invasion's fourth anniversary approaches.

2026-02-25T09:10:31.409521+00:00 IST

Asia

CM Yogi signs MoU with delegation of Minda Corporation in Tokyo

In an X post, CM Yogi said, "Met the delegation of Minda Corporation (Spark Minda Group) and its Japanese joint venture partners in Tokyo today, including Mr. Aakash Minda, Executive Director, Minda Corporation, and Mr. Hiroaki Omori, Managing Director and CFO, Spark Minda Toyo Denso Pvt. Ltd. A MoU was signed to further strengthen Uttar Pradesh's advanced auto component manufacturing ecosystem.

2026-02-25T08:55:02.434282+00:00 IST

Europe

UK Parliament raises alarm over alleged enforced disappearances

In a cross-party motion, Members of the Parliament of the United Kingdom have voiced serious concern regarding the enforced disappearance of three retired government officials and relatives of the chairman of the Baloch National Movement (BNM) in Balochistan, according to a report by Zrumbesh News.

2026-02-25T08:45:19.830965+00:00 IST

Europe

UNHRC: Sambhali Trust calls for deeper human rights integration

Representing the organisation, Hansraj Singh stated that human rights mainstreaming should not remain a theoretical or symbolic commitment, but must function as a cross-cutting principle integrated into policies, institutions, and implementation frameworks.

2026-02-25T08:42:47.002989+00:00 IST

Middle East

Indian diaspora beams with pride ahead of PM Modi’s Israel visit

The streets in parts of Jerusalem on Wednesday carry a familiar buzz with tricolours tucked into shopfronts, community leaders coordinating welcome gatherings, and conversations in Hindi echoing through neighbourhoods where the Indian community forms a visible presence ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's arrival for his two-day state visit to Israel.

2026-02-25T08:34:04.877529+00:00 IST

Asia

13 civilians killed in Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan

As per UNAMA, Pakistani forces carried out aerial strikes in the Behsud and Khogyani districts of Nangarhar Province. Initial findings suggest that at least 13 civilians lost their lives and seven others were wounded. The mission stated that women and children were among the deceased, TBP reported.

2026-02-25T08:30:20.589580+00:00 IST

Asia

“Fight against terrorism must be intensified”

Setting out priorities for counterterrorism, border protection and national security amid heightened geopolitical tensions. The meeting was attended by FSB Director Alexander Bortnikov and senior members of the security establishment.

2026-02-25T08:12:36.907811+00:00 IST

Middle East

Israel gets ready to welcome PM Modi on his state visit

PM Modi is scheduled to have a brief meeting with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu today and then address the Israeli Parliament-Knesset.

2026-02-25T08:11:22.401862+00:00 IST

Modi Israel visit to deepen practical ties: Expert

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day state visit to Israel, Foreign Affairs expert Robinder Sachdev on Wednesday highlighted the significance of the visit, stating that it will further strengthen and deepen the "practical and functional" ties between the two countries.

2026-02-25T07:56:54.338108+00:00 IST

Asia

Iran FM says deal with US within reach if diplomacy prioritised

His remarks come as fresh negotiations are set to take place later this week in Geneva amid rising regional tensions and heavy US military deployments in the Middle East.

2026-02-25T07:45:02.560347+00:00 IST

Europe

FATF warns of rising cyber-enabled fraud

According to the FATF's latest publication, Cyber-Enabled Fraud -- Digitalisation and Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Proliferation Financing Risks, fraud has become "one of the most widespread and damaging profit-motivated forms of crime, generating large volumes of illicit proceeds through the exploitation of victims around the world."

2026-02-25T07:20:50.388694+00:00 IST