World

Canada moves to revoke citizenship of Tahawwur Rana

The Canadian government has initiated proceedings to revoke the citizenship of 26/11 Mumbai terror attack mastermind Tahawwur Hussain Rana

2026-02-23T19:16:58.531499+00:00 IST

"Ready to defend ourselves at any moment," Israel's envoy

Azar stated that Israel has countered these threats in the past two years and hopes ongoing US-Iran negotiations succeed, leading Iran to abandon its aggressive policies. He warned that if diplomacy fails, Israel remains vigilant and prepared to defend itselfm adding that the situation is volatile, and Israel will continue to prioritise its security.

2026-02-23T19:08:01.340314+00:00 IST

Trump issues fresh tariff threats

"Any Country that wants to "play games" with the ridiculous Supreme Court decision, especially those that have "Ripped Off" the U.S.A. for years, and even decades, will be met with a much higher Tariff, and worse, than that which they just recently agreed to. BUYER BEWARE!!! Thank you for your attention to this matter," Trump said in a post on Truth Social.

2026-02-23T19:00:11.761570+00:00 IST

US Assistant Secretary Paul Kapur to visit Bangladesh early March

US Assistant Secretary for South and Central Asia Paul Kapur will pay a visit to Bangladesh early in March, as per a statement by the Foreign Ministry of Bangladesh on Monday.

2026-02-23T18:20:16.715145+00:00 IST

US orders evacuation of non emergency embassy staff from Beirut

"The Department of State has ordered the departure of non-emergency U.S. government personnel and eligible family members from US Embassy Beirut," the State Department said, as per Fox News.

2026-02-23T18:18:32.175554+00:00 IST

Canada’s Foreign Minister Anita Anand to visit India with PM Carn

Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand said on Monday that she will accompany Prime Minister Mark Carney on his visit to India later this month and noted that the two countries will further diversify trade and unlock more opportunities.

2026-02-23T18:17:44.939241+00:00 IST

US Deputy NSA Robert Gabriel visits India

In a post on X, Gor said, "My great friend and Deputy National Security Advisor, Robert Gabriel, is visiting us in India!"

2026-02-23T18:00:25.457678+00:00 IST

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USISPF joins India AI impact summit 2026 as official partner

The move signals a significant step forward in deepening US-India cooperation on artificial intelligence and trusted technology ecosystems.

2026-02-16T04:12:55.441525+00:00 IST

Top Tech leaders speak out about of AI Impact Summit 2026

The AI Impact Summit is starting today and will rum upto February 20 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, marking the first global AI summit to be hosted in the Global South. Designed as a five-day programme covering policy, research, industry, and public engagement, the Summit is expected to bring together global leaders, policymakers, technology companies, innovators, and experts to deliberate on AI's role in governance, innovation, and sustainable development.

2026-02-16T03:47:44.590763+00:00 IST

White House border czar Tom Homan defends ICE officers' masks

United States White House border czar Tom Homan defended Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers wearing masks, stating that the officials need to protect themselves against threats and violence, CBS News reported.

2026-02-16T00:40:39.008953+00:00 IST

Europe

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Harsh Sanghavi holds talks with Wellspun, ArcelorMittal chiefs

Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi on Wednesday engaged in a meeting with global industrial leaders Balkrishan Goenka and Lakshmi Mittal on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum 2026.

2026-01-22T07:23:44.215872+00:00 IST

BNM takes Balochistan to Europe

A delegation of the Baloch National Movement (BNM) has met with members of the Dutch Parliament to raise concerns over what it described as persistent and grave human rights violations in Balochistan, placing renewed international focus on Pakistan's rights record and its GSP Plus obligations.

2026-01-22T07:22:50.475552+00:00 IST

Global spirits industry drowning in a $22 billion inventory glut

The global spirits industry is drowning in a $22 billion inventory glut, with top producers like Diageo and Pernod Ricard struggling to manage record stockpiles. This oversupply crisis stems from a post-pandemic demand slump and over-production during the 2021-2022 boom.

2026-01-22T05:53:32.926490+00:00 IST

Pacific

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Tarek Fatah passes away after prolonged illness

"Lion of Punjab. Son of Hindustan. Lover of Canada. Speaker of truth. Fighter for justice. Voice of the down-trodden, underdogs, and the oppressed. Tarek Fatah has passed the baton on... his revolution will continue with all who knew and loved him. Will you join us? 1949-2023," Natasha tweeted.

2023-04-24T14:36:30.783269+00:00 IST

Australia new defence review- Focus on stronger ties with India

Conducted by a former foreign minister and defence chief, the review said Australia is facing a "radically different" strategic environment, including a military build-up by China, which is "the largest and most ambitious of any country since the end of the (World War II)."

2023-04-24T07:56:18.662771+00:00 IST

"Modi hai to mumkin hai..." Pakistanis in Australia hail PM Modi

Dr Tariq from Lahore, an Ahmadiyya Muslim said, "What I can say personally from my side I've got lots of Indian friends and I've seen them now getting united and doing many activities. We've been part of their activities as well. I think there is now more outreach between Indian Muslims and Pakistani Muslims altogether. We want to bring more commonalities than differences. Modi hai toh mumkin hai."

2023-04-24T06:48:04.713823+00:00 IST

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MEA outlines four core priorities driving G20 Summit 2025

Speaking at a press conference, Dalela said that the summit, hosted under the South African presidency, focused on enhancing disaster resilience and response, ensuring debt sustainability for low-income countries, harnessing critical minerals for sustainable economic growth, and mobilising finance for a just energy transition.

2025-11-22T21:58:02.939323+00:00 IST

PM Modi meets German Chancellor Merz, UK PM Starmer

On the first day of the G20 Summit 2025 in Johannesburg, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (local time) held meetings with several key global leaders, including German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, among others.

2025-11-22T21:38:40.704667+00:00 IST

PM Modi, Brazil's President affirm working to boost trade

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Johannesburg and reaffirmed that India and Brazil will continue to work closely to strengthen bilateral relations.

2025-11-22T21:29:43.020576+00:00 IST

Asia

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"Delighted to call on President Stubb": Jaishankar after meeting

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Finnish President Alexander Stubb in New Delhi during his State Visit to India. Stubb will attend the Raisina Dialogue as Chief Guest and hold meetings with Indian leaders to strengthen bilateral ties and expand cooperation across diplomatic, economic and strategic sectors.

2026-03-05T06:13:27.790353+00:00 IST

N Korea ruler oversees cruise missile tests from new destroyer

Kim oversaw the launch of sea-to-surface strategic cruise missiles from the destroyer on Wednesday and assessed the test as a "core" element of the new warship's capabilities, which he described as a "new symbol of sea defence" for his country. "All these successes constitute a radical change in defending our maritime sovereignty, something that we have not achieved for half a century," he said.

2026-03-05T06:02:46.710229+00:00 IST

PM Modi to inaugurate Raisina Dialogue 2026 today

The three-day event, scheduled from March 5-7, will bring together global leaders, policymakers, and experts to deliberate on key international challenges. The President of Finland, Alexander Stubb, will attend the inaugural session as the Chief Guest and deliver the keynote address.

2026-03-05T05:32:19.151286+00:00 IST

Middle East

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Ahmad Vahidi appointed commander of Islamic Revolutionary Guards

Ahmad Vahidi, a former Quds Force commander wanted by Interpol since 2007 for the 1994 AMIA bombing in Buenos Aires that killed 85 people, was appointed deputy chief of Iran's armed forces general staff in October 2025. Vahidi has previously served as Iran's Minister of Defense and Interior.

2026-03-01T09:42:41.219439+00:00 IST

Iranian Defence Minister, Army’s Chief of Staff killed

Al Jazeera reported on Sunday citing IRNA that Iranian Army's Chief of Staff, Abdul Rahim Mousavi, and Defence Minister Aziz Nasirzadeh were killed in the Israeli-US strikes in Iran on Saturday.

2026-03-01T09:37:22.368987+00:00 IST

Millions of Israelis shelter after Iranian missile fires

While the Israeli military highlighted major successes against Iran's leadership and military infrastructure, millions of Israelis spent Sunday morning in bomb shelters as the war entered its second day.

2026-03-01T09:24:52.774461+00:00 IST

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Air India operations affected as blizzard hits New York

The airline further said that its teams will assist all those who booked the respective flights.

2026-02-23T17:47:04.300027+00:00 IST

Europe

Maritime Labour Convention at 20: ILO, IMO reaffirm commitment

The International Labour Organisation (ILO) and the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) marked the 20th anniversary of the adoption of the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC, 2006), a landmark treaty that has reshaped working and living conditions for seafarers worldwide and strengthened fair competition in global shipping.

2026-02-23T17:43:49.372813+00:00 IST

Others

15 dead after military helicopter crashed in Peru

A military Mi-17 helicopter crashed in Peru's Arequipa region, killing all 15 people on board. The Peruvian Air Force confirmed the deaths of four crew members and eleven passengers after the aircraft lost radio contact on Sunday.

2026-02-23T17:42:43.578672+00:00 IST

Asia

“Sad to read…”: Lutyens’ great-grandson says after bust removed

Riddley, who is the great-grandson of Edwin Lutyens, the architect of the Rashtrapati Bhavan, said in a post on X, "Sad to read that the bust of Lutyens (my great-grandfather) is to be removed from the presidential palace he designed in Delhi. Here I am with it last year. I wondered at the time why his name had been removed from the plinth."

2026-02-23T16:48:48.906576+00:00 IST

UNDP AI Director lauds India’s leadership as AI trilat announced

Keyzom Ngodup Massally, AI Director at the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), on Monday hailed India's leadership in the Global South as the country announced a historic trilateral partnership on artificial intelligence with Italy and Kenya on the sidelines of the global AI Impact Summit.

2026-02-23T15:10:40.843712+00:00 IST

Asia

Nepal forms probe committee to investigate bus accident

Nepal on Monday constituted a five-member task force to investigate a tragic bus accident in Dhading that claimed 19 lives, including a British, an Indian and a Chinese national.

2026-02-23T15:02:50.474088+00:00 IST

Asia

Nottingham Trent University brings PG Education to Delhi Universi

The programme was delivered across Hindu College, Kirori Mal College, and Miranda House, engaging undergraduate students through hybrid lectures and interactive academic sessions, reflecting the structure and rigour of UK postgraduate education.

2026-02-23T14:57:42.309695+00:00 IST

Asia

Chinese Envoy to India hails Tulip Festival

Chinese Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, on Monday shared snapshots of the Tulip Festival along Shantipath in the national capital.

2026-02-23T14:05:32.868887+00:00 IST

Asia

Chinese Envoy to India shares snippets of Chinese New Year celebr

Chinese Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, on Monday shared snapshots of the Spring Festival celebrations in Kolkata.

2026-02-23T13:54:05.875831+00:00 IST

Asia

Guyana VP Jagdeo meets VP Radhakrishnan

During the meeting, the two leaders discussed ways to deepen bilateral cooperation in healthcare administration, agricultural research and enhancing connectivity and logistics between the two countries.

2026-02-23T13:21:28.788222+00:00 IST

Asia

Japanese Envoy to participate in ASICS EKIDEN run on April 5

Ono said he will be participating in ASICS EKIDEN at DLF Cyber Hub, Gurugram on April 5.

2026-02-23T13:14:35.945400+00:00 IST

Canadian PM Carney to visit India, meet with PM Modi

"Prime Minister Carney will first visit Mumbai, then New Delhi, India, where he will meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The leaders will focus on elevating and expanding the Canada-India relationship, with ambitious new partnerships in trade, energy, technology and artificial intelligence (AI), talent and culture, and defence. He will meet with business leaders to identify investment opportunities in Canada and create new partnerships between businesses in both nations,"

2026-02-23T13:04:54.345819+00:00 IST