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Trump gives “10-15 days” ultimatum to Iran for nuclear deal

US President Donald Trump has warned Iran to come to terms with the US on the nuclear deal within 10 to 15 days or "it's going to be unfortunate."

2026-02-19T22:13:32.594096+00:00 IST

“It’s a shame”: Trump on ex-Prince Andrew’s arrest

US Donald Trump said that the former English Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's arrest in connection with the late convicted sex offender and trafficker Jeffrey Epstein is a "shame" and "bad for the royal family."

2026-02-19T22:06:54.939765+00:00 IST

"Going to put 200% tariffs": Trump on India-Pakistan “ceasefire"

US President Donald Trump reiterated his claim of saving millions of lives during the India and Pakistan conflict in 2024, stating that he threatened to impose a "200 per cent tariff" and both countries halted the conflict as there's "nothing like money."

2026-02-19T21:10:26.939187+00:00 IST

“Thank You, India!”: French President Macron concludes his visit

French President Emmanuel Macron shared a "Thank You" note to India as he concluded his visit during which he also attended the AI Summit in India.

2026-02-19T21:05:31.265615+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

India-UAE ties deepen with visit of Abu Dhabi Crown Prince

During the visit, the Crown Prince met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the summit. The two leaders reviewed the progress of the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, underscoring strong political, cultural, commercial, energy and people-to-people ties.

2026-02-19T19:34:59.473305+00:00 IST

Sunak, Lammy highlight India ties, AI at British HC

David Lammy, Deputy Prime Minister of the UK, highlighted his Indian heritage, mentioning his great-grandmother was from Calcutta, as he praised his friendship with former UK PM Rishi Sunak.

2026-02-19T19:34:36.278322+00:00 IST

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UN Chief expresses concerns over Israeli security cabinet decisio

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres on Monday expressed concerns over a series of decisions approved by Israel's security cabinet aimed at authorising administrative and enforcement measures in areas A and B of the West Bank. He called on Israel to reverse the decision which erodes the prospect for two-state solution.

2026-02-10T02:48:15.526442+00:00 IST

"Historic India-US trade deal" will open Indian markets to Americ

"Last Friday, in a Joint Statement, President Donald J. Trump announced a trade deal between the United States and India that will open up India's market of over 1.4 billion people to American products," the statement said.

2026-02-10T00:15:04.223207+00:00 IST

US, B'desh ink agreement on reciprocal trade

"Under President Trump's leadership, the United States is pursuing a trade policy that delivers real results for American workers and businesses, strengthening our economic and security partnerships abroad," the statement quoted Greer as saying.

2026-02-09T21:46:50.703591+00:00 IST

Europe

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Macron calls to "build bridges" with BRICS, G20 countries

During his address at the 56th Annual Summit of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Macron emphasised the need for stronger economic sovereignty and a strategic economy, particularly for Europe, to tackle rising global instability and imbalances across security, defence, and economic domains.

2026-01-20T15:16:37.292473+00:00 IST

WEF 2026: Philips keen to partner with Telangana on AI space

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy-led 'Telangana Rising' delegation on Tuesday met the global leadership of renowned health tech company Royal Philips at the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos, Switzerland.

2026-01-20T15:07:34.982716+00:00 IST

WEF 2026: Google keen to partner with Telangana

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy-led 'Telangana Rising' delegation held a comprehensive discussion on finding solutions to solve the issue of climate change, its impact on agriculture, as well as the adverse effects of pollution on urban areas.

2026-01-20T14:56:24.304735+00:00 IST

Pacific

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180 countries expect G20 to solve their concerns: EAM

While addressing the Raisina@Sydney event in Australia on Saturday, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that the members of the G20 have a huge responsibility since the countries of the world expect them to address and solve their concerns.

2023-02-18T10:02:01.924383+00:00 IST

Indians in Australia demand actions against temple vandalisation

"I expect the Government to take appropriate actions against this. We are Hindus and in our culture, the meaning of Hinduism is a way of life and we respect every religion," said an Indian in Sydney while speaking to ANI.

2023-02-18T03:57:00.589188+00:00 IST

S Jaishankar meets his Australian Counterpart Penny Wong

External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar met his Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs Penny Wong, in Sydney on Saturday. EAM Dr S Jaishankar gifted her a cricket bat signed by Indian captain Rohit Sharma and his Australian Counterpart Penny Wong gifted him with an Australian cricket jersey with "Jaishankar" written on it.

2023-02-18T02:33:24.036363+00:00 IST

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G20 “too big to fail”, says South African envoy

South Africa stated the G20 will remain strong despite the US skipping the summit. High Commissioner Anil Sooklal called the move unfortunate but stressed the forum is no longer dependent on any one country. He highlighted Africa's first G20 summit, key global priorities and urged unity against terrorism.

2025-11-14T15:21:00.758757+00:00 IST

Brazil awaits US reply on tariff plan after Vieira–Rubio talks

Brazil is awaiting a quick US response to its proposal on resolving a 50% tariff dispute, Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira said after talks in Washington. Both sides aim to advance negotiations soon. Meanwhile, ACTO launched a major Amazon monitoring project to fight deforestation and environmental degradation.

2025-11-14T12:10:56.884883+00:00 IST

At least two killed, 21 missing after massive landslide in Indon

Several days of heavy rainfall in the region caused the landslides that hit dozens of houses in three villages in Indonesia's Central Java province on Thursday evening, officials said in a statement.

2025-11-14T09:26:57.594316+00:00 IST

Asia

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US embassies instruct Americans to leave Middle East immediately

The conflict in the Middle East has entered its fourth day following the US and Israeli strikes on Iran that killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei, along with other key figures in the Persian Gulf country. In retaliation, Tehran has responded with counter-strikes targeting American military bases and other Israeli assets across the region.

2026-03-03T16:23:01.713183+00:00 IST

Heavy security deployed outside US Consulate in Lahore

Heavy security has been deployed outside the US Consulate in Lahore on Tuesday, following violent nationwide protests, triggered by the assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in a joint US-Israel airstrike on February 28.

2026-03-03T15:17:08.298766+00:00 IST

War in Middle East declared on exact day....: Palestine Ambassado

"When you talk about our view as Palestinians, because we had been suffering from the wars and battles a long time ago, we are totally against any war which erupts anywhere around the world. So, when it came to the current battle between the US and Israel on one side and Iran on the other side, we are completely against this war. It is reprehensible for us, as Palestinians, and it should be reprehensible for any human being," the Palestinian Ambassador to India told ANI.

2026-03-03T14:38:19.128136+00:00 IST

Middle East

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Iran defence minister, Guards commander killed in Israeli attacks

In a blow to Iranian leadership, Iran's Defence Minister Amir Nasirzadeh and Revolutionary Guards commander Mohammed Pakpour are believed to have been killed in an Israeli strike, according to sources familiar with Israel's military operations, and another regional source, Reuters reported.

2026-02-28T14:38:11.118579+00:00 IST

Iran's MFA alleges 'dozens' killed in Israeli strike on school

Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Saturday alleged that the Israeli strike on Iranian primary school for girls murdered dozens.

2026-02-28T13:42:23.285498+00:00 IST

Atleast 40 killed in Israeli strikes on girls primary school

"An Iranian governor saying at least 24 had been killed in Israeli strike on a school in Minab in southern Iran. State media now reports the death toll at the school, a girls' primary, has risen to 40," Reuters reported.

2026-02-28T13:22:25.597239+00:00 IST

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Trump warns Iran at Board of Peace event

Speaking at the Board of Peace event, Trump said, "Now is the time for Iran to join us on a path that will complete what we're doing. And if they join us, that'll be great. If they don't join us, that'll be great, too. But it'll be a very different path."

2026-02-19T18:55:36.073899+00:00 IST

Asia

PM Modi meets world leaders; outlines MANAV AI vision

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday outlined MANAV AI Vision at the AI Impact Summit 2026 and held a series of meetings with global leaders on the sidelines of the mega event to foster bilateral cooperation.

2026-02-19T17:59:57.628948+00:00 IST

Asia

Switzerland to host 2027 AI Summit in Geneva

Switzerland will host the next AI Summit in Geneva in 2027, Swiss President Guy Parmelin announced during his address at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in the national capital, highlighting Switzerland's commitment to advancing global dialogue on the responsible use and governance of artificial intelligence (AI).

2026-02-19T17:42:41.594737+00:00 IST

Trump: Board of Peace to oversee UN operations

US President Donald Trump on Thursday said that the newly formed "Board of Peace" would "almost be looking over" the United Nations to ensure it functions effectively, as he addressed the inaugural meeting of the panel in Washington.

2026-02-19T17:35:29.959009+00:00 IST

Asia

US President Trump congratulates Bangladesh PM Rahman

In an official release by the White House, US President Donald Trump said, "The partnership between our countries is based on mutual respect and a shared interest in fostering a free and open Indo-Pacific where strong, sovereign nations can prosper."

2026-02-19T17:05:13.767347+00:00 IST

Asia

Safeguards key as India, Netherlands advance ethical AI:PM Schoof

Netherlands Prime Minister Dick Schoof on Thursday said that innovation in artificial intelligence must not be accelerated at the cost of safeguards, stressing the need for responsible development as part of the growing India-Netherlands partnership on ethical AI.

2026-02-19T16:52:35.998140+00:00 IST

Asia

"No better place than India to discuss AI transformation": Sunak

"We do need a regular forum, where we can all meet and discuss this technology, and that is what this Summit provides under Prime Modi's leadership. This summit will deliver impact; it will show us how we can make AI work, not just for the developed world but for the developing world too," Sunak said.

2026-02-19T16:11:58.286781+00:00 IST

Asia

India, Kenya ink pact for DigiLocker pilot project

India and Kenya on Thursday signed an Implementation Framework Agreement for a DigiLocker pilot project in Kenya on the sidelines of the India AI Impact Summit in the national capital, marking a significant step forward in bilateral digital cooperation.

2026-02-19T16:08:02.542486+00:00 IST

Asia

Bhutan PM meets Indian industry leaders on sidelines of AI Summit

Prime Minister of Bhutan Tshering Tobgay on Thursday held a series of meetings with leading Indian industry figures on the sidelines of the India AI Impact Summit 2026, discussing collaboration in technology, digital infrastructure, connectivity, clean energy and sustainable development.

2026-02-19T15:53:53.424135+00:00 IST

Asia

“Decided to double trade”: Finnish PM on meeting with PM Modi

Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo on Thursday said he and Prime Minister Narendra Modi decided to "double trade" between the two nations and to enhance the bilateral relations and cooperation during their meeting on the sidelines of the India AI Impact Summit 2026, noting the "huge potential" in expanding trade and technological collaboration.

2026-02-19T15:31:58.119743+00:00 IST

Asia

President Murmu meets Prez of Estonia, Slovakia, Serbia

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday held high-level meetings with the Presidents of Estonia, Slovakia and Serbia at the Rashtrapati Bhavan, emphasising enhanced cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI), digital technologies, trade and bilateral partnerships as part of the world leaders' visit to the country for the India AI Impact Summit 2026.

2026-02-19T14:42:48.625446+00:00 IST

Europe

“Law must take its course”: King Charles III on arrest of Andrew

UK's King Charles III on Thursday issued a solemn statement after the arrest of his younger brother and former Prince, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, saying "the law must take its course" and affirming full support for the legal process as the UK police investigate alleged misconduct in public office amid investigations on Andrew's connection with the late convicted sex offender and trafficker Jeffrey Epstein.

2026-02-19T14:42:00.917499+00:00 IST

Asia

French President Emmanuel Macron departs from Delhi Airport

Earlier in the day, on the India-France bilateral relationship, the French President said the partnership stands at its highest point, with both countries seeking to deepen cooperation across technology, innovation and strategic sectors.

2026-02-19T14:37:10.910131+00:00 IST

Asia

President Lula highlights need for balanced AI Governance at Indi

President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Thursday urged the creation of multilateral global governance for artificial intelligence while addressing the Artificial Intelligence Impact Summit in New Delhi. He cautioned that unchecked technological expansion could deepen inequalities and concentrate power in a few countries and corporations.

2026-02-19T14:03:28.771838+00:00 IST