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Op Southern Spear: US strike kills four 'narco-terrorists' in Eastern Pacific
Washington DC | December 18, 2025 11:18:43 AM IST
The US military on Wednesday conducted a strike on a vessel transiting the Eastern Pacific that killed four alleged 'narco-terrorists' at the direction of Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth. ... read..


Stablecoins emerge as a key financial hedge against inflation across Africa
Cape Town | December 18, 2025 10:48:44 AM IST
As inflation continues to erode purchasing power across multiple African economies, stablecoins are rapidly emerging as a critical financial tool for everyday users seeking protection against currency depreciation and financial instability. ... read..


Dollar Cost Averaging (DCA): The smart Crypto investment strategy using Bybit's trading bots
Cape Town | December 18, 2025 10:48:40 AM IST
Contrary to popular belief, the bottom of the crypto market cannot be perfectly timed. Even the most experienced investors fail at market timing. From buying high and selling low to panic-selling due to fake news and market volatility, emotions often lead ... read..


Taiwan spots new Chinese aircraft carrier Fujian transiting Taiwan Strait
Taipei | December 18, 2025 10:19:22 AM IST
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) reported that the PLA Navy's Fujian aircraft carrier (CV-18) transited the Taiwan Strait on Tuesday. ... read..


CPJ urges Bangladesh interim govt to release journalist Anis Alamgir
Asia | December 18, 2025 9:18:53 AM IST
Bangladeshi authorities must immediately drop terrorism charges against veteran journalist Anis Alamgir, release him unconditionally, and stop targeting the press with national security offenses, the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) said Wednesday. ... read..


'We're poised for an economic boom': Trump credits 'tariffs' for economic growth
Washington DC | December 18, 2025 9:18:39 AM IST
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (US local time) took a sharp dig at the Biden administration for driving up prices in the country and praised the 'Big beautiful bill', saying that by 2026, the results of the largest tax cuts in American history acc ... read..


Nepal: 98 per cent turnout recorded in CPN-UML general convention, counting to start late morning
Kathmandu | December 18, 2025 8:48:43 AM IST
Polling in the ongoing general convention of the Communist Party of Nepal- Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) general convention is now complete, with turnout recorded at 98.40 per cent. ... read..


"Restored American strength; settled 8 wars": US President Donald Trump
Washington DC | December 18, 2025 8:48:40 AM IST
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time), yet again reiterated his claims of resolving eight global conflicts across the world and bringing peace to West Asia by ending the war in Gaza. ... read..


Earthquake of magnitude 4.4 strikes Myanmar
Naypyidaw | December 18, 2025 7:49:10 AM IST
An earthquake of magnitude 4.4 struck Myanmar on Thursday, a statement by the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said. ... read..


UN calls for restraint between US, Venezuela amid rising tensions
New York | December 18, 2025 7:18:51 AM IST
United Nations Secretary General, Antonio Guterres called for US and Venezuela to respect international law amid rising tensions. ... read..


"India has leverage to tell Russia it is on wrong path": Estonian FM
By Aditya Prakash

Tallinn | December 18, 2025 7:18:49 AM IST
Estonia's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Margus Tsahkna, has said that India can play a meaningful role in influencing Russia over its war against Ukraine, citing Delhi's strong economic ties with Moscow and its shared commitment to the principles of the Un ... read..


Taiwan detects 40 Chinese sorties, 8 vessels around nation
Taipei | December 18, 2025 7:18:48 AM IST
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense detected 40 sorties of Chinese military aircraft and eight naval vessels around its territorial waters as of 6am (local time) on Thursday. ... read..


India-Estonia ties steadily improving; scope for deeper cooperation in tech and digital governance: Estonian FM
By Aditya Prakash

Tallinn | December 18, 2025 6:48:42 AM IST
Estonia's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Margus Tsahkna, has said that India-Estonia relations are steadily improving, with strong prospects for enhanced cooperation in business, information technology, AI, cybersecurity, and the defence industry. ... read..


"Strategic partnership will help implement all envisioned development programs," Ethiopian Minister on PM Modi's visit
Addis Ababa | December 18, 2025 6:48:40 AM IST
Ethiopian Minister of Women and Social Affairs Ergogie Tesfaye said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the nation will help enhance the partnership between both countries. ... read..


US views India as "Highly Strategic Partner" for AI and Supply Chain security; Under Secy Helberg to attend Delhi summit in February amid push for deeper bilateral cooperation
By Reena Bhardwaj

Washington DC | December 18, 2025 7:18:46 AM IST
The United States regards India as a crucial potential partner in efforts to secure global supply chains for artificial intelligence and semiconductors, a senior American official has said, whilst dismissing suggestions that political tensions prevented I ... read..


Zelenskyy pleads for aid as Ukraine claims Russia wants to drag war into next year
Kyiv | December 18, 2025 5:48:50 AM IST
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that they received signals that Russia was preparing for a war in the next year. ... read..


India, Saudi Arabia sign agreement to boost official travels, bilateral exchanges
Riyadh | December 18, 2025 4:49:09 AM IST
Indian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Suhel Ajaz Khan and Abdulmajeed bin Rashed Alsmari, Deputy Minister for Protocol Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia, signed the bilateral Visa Waiver Agreement. ... read..


JP Nadda holds talks with Nepal counterpart on widening healthcare collaboration
New Delhi | December 18, 2025 4:49:06 AM IST
Union Health Minister JP Nadda held talks with his Nepal counterpart and affirmed partnership in the healthcare sector. ... read..


Tibetans in-exile demand China to release protesters held for rallying against Zachukha mining
Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | December 18, 2025 3:48:44 AM IST
The Tibetans in-exile have strongly condemned the recent Chinese repression in Eastern Tibet. ... read..


PM Modi appreciates enthusiasm of Indians in Oman, says it reflects people-to-people ties
Muscat | December 18, 2025 3:19:06 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi appreciated the warmth he received on arrival in Oman on Wednesday. ... read..


Earthquake of magnitude 3.8 strikes Tibet
Asia | December 18, 2025 1:49:01 AM IST
An earthquake of magnitude 3.8 struck Tibet on late Wednesday, a statement by the Earthquake of magnitude 3.8 strikes Tibet (NCS) said. ... read..


India reaffirms commitment to continued humanitarian support for Afghanistan, dispatches medicines, CT scanner
New Delhi | December 17, 2025 11:49:09 PM IST
Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Wednesday held a productive meeting with Afghanistan's Minister of Public Health, Mawlawi Noor Jalal Jalali, focusing on humanitarian and healthcare assistance to the landlocked nation. ... read..


Indian Army contingent departs for India-UAE joint military exercise DESERT CYCLONE-II in Abu Dhabi
New Delhi | December 17, 2025 11:19:20 PM IST
An Indian Army contingent has departed for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to participate in the second edition of the India-UAE Joint Military Exercise DESERT CYCLONE-II, scheduled to be conducted at Abu Dhabi from December 18 to 30. ... read..


"Land of enduring friendship": PM Modi in Muscat, highlights deep India-Oman ties
Muscat | December 17, 2025 10:48:59 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Muscat, Oman on Wednesday, on a two-day visit in the last leg of his three-nation tour. He arrived in Oman after completing his successful visits to Jordan and Ethiopia. ... read..


"Thank you for your trust": PM Modi as applause echoes for 90 seconds in Ethiopian Parliament after his address
Addis Ababa | December 17, 2025 10:48:50 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a prolonged standing ovation lasting nearly 90 seconds after addressing a joint session of the Ethiopian Parliament on Wednesday, marking a high point of his maiden visit to the East African nation and reflecting the ... read..


China deploys heavy security in Lhasa during Tibetan Ganden Ngamchoe Festival
Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | December 17, 2025 9:49:12 PM IST
Chinese officials have allegedly sent a significant number of police and paramilitary personnel to Lhasa on Sunday for the annual Ganden Ngamchoe festival, an important religious event that honours the parinirvana of Je Tsongkhapa, the founder of the Gelu ... read..


Russia seeks diplomatic solutions as long as hope exists: Putin
Moscow | December 17, 2025 9:49:02 PM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday outlined Russia's approach to global conflicts, underscoring that Moscow has consistently pursued diplomatic solutions wherever possible while warning that attempts to engage the country through coercion have ... read..


ICG ship 'Sarthak' makes strategic port call in Iran's Chabahar
Chabahar | December 17, 2025 9:48:57 PM IST
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Ship Sarthak, an Offshore Patrol Vessel, entered the Chabahar port in Islamic Republic of Iran, a strategically placed deep-water port that offers India a direct maritime gateway to Iran, Afghanistan and Central Asia. The ship ... read..


PM Modi's Muscat arrival sparks jubilant welcome from Indian diaspora
Muscat | December 17, 2025 9:19:04 PM IST
Members of the Indian diaspora in Muscat on Wednesday turned out in large numbers to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he arrived in the Omani capital for the final leg of his three-nation visit, chanting his name and celebrating his presence. ... read..


PM Modi meets Oman Deputy PM for Defence Affairs in Muscat
Muscat | December 17, 2025 8:48:38 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday held a meeting with Oman's Deputy Prime Minister for Defence Affairs Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik Al Said in Muscat, marking the start of his engagements in the Sultanate. ... read..


WHO hosts second global summit to advance evidence, integration and innovation for traditional medicine
Geneva | December 17, 2025 8:19:14 PM IST
The World Health Organization (WHO)'s Second Global Summit on Traditional Medicine, jointly organised with the Government of India, opened on Wednesday, bringing together government Ministers, scientists, Indigenous leaders, and practitioners from more th ... read..


Bangladesh: Dhaka Police stops protest march towards Indian High Commission after India's warnings
Dhaka | December 17, 2025 8:19:09 PM IST
Police stopped a group of protesters marching towards the Indian High Commission in Dhaka's Gulshan area on Wednesday afternoon, demanding the return of deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina and others who fled during and after the July uprising last year, ... read..


PM Modi arrives in Oman on final leg of three-nation tour
Muscat | December 17, 2025 7:18:45 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Oman on Wednesday on the final leg of his three-nation four-day tour after concluding his visits to Jordan and Ethiopia. ... read..


Nepal: Roundtable on "India-Nepal cooperation in new technology and startups" held in Janakpur
Janakpur | December 17, 2025 6:49:11 PM IST
A roundtable discussion on "India-Nepal Cooperation in New Technology & Startups" wasorganised in Janakpur by the PHDCCI India-Nepal Centre in association with the Consulate General of India. ... read..


PM Modi calls Ethiopia visit "truly memorable", says ties gain fresh momentum
New Delhi | December 17, 2025 6:19:14 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday described his visit to Ethiopia as "truly memorable", saying it had imparted fresh momentum to India-Ethiopia ties and strengthened a relationship rooted in shared values and a common vision for the future. ... read..


Russia's sporting excellence meets art in new TV BRICS series for BRICS+ audiences
Moscow | December 17, 2025 5:19:20 PM IST
A new documentary initiative titled 'The Art of Sport,' produced by the TV BRICS International Media Network, is set to reach audiences across BRICS+ nations, a release said. ... read..


Widespread protests grip PoJK over persistent power cuts
Rawalakot | December 17, 2025 4:19:16 PM IST
Massive protests have erupted across Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) as residents express outrage over prolonged and frequent electricity outages. ... read..


"Centre squandering talent in country": Congress highlights feats of Indian engineering in Germany
Munich | December 17, 2025 4:19:11 PM IST
Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday visited the BMW World museum in Munich, Germany, where he marveled at the feats of Indian engineering being displayed with the TVS 450 cc motorcycle, developed in partnership with t ... read..


Over 500,000 sign petition urging G7 action against China's forced organ harvesting
London | December 17, 2025 3:49:07 PM IST
More than half a million people worldwide have endorsed a petition urging the Group of Seven and other nations to take action against the Chinese Communist government's practice of extracting organs from prisoners of conscience, as reported by The Epoch T ... read..


PM Modi plants tree at Ethiopian Parliament as part of India's 'Ek Ped, Maa Ke Naam' initiative
Addis Ababa, | December 17, 2025 3:19:08 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday planted a sapling at the Ethiopian Parliament as part of India's "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam" initiative. ... read..


Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed personally drives PM Modi to airport, bids farewell after landmark visit
Addis Ababa | December 17, 2025 3:19:06 PM IST
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali on Wednesday once again personally drove Narendra Modi to the airport and bid him farewell as the Indian Prime Minister emplaned for Muscat, marking the final leg of his three-nation tour that began in Jordan. ... read..


Chinese embassy staff disrupt Taiwan award ceremony at Paris tea contest
Taipei | December 17, 2025 3:19:02 PM IST
Staff from the Chinese embassy attempted to disrupt an awards ceremony at an international tea competition in France earlier this month after the organiser mentioned Taiwan and displayed the Republic of China flag, according to a report in the Taipei Time ... read..


Iran strengthens regional partnerships, maintains security vigilance, open to dialogue
Tehran | December 17, 2025 3:19:00 PM IST
Iran's government on Tuesday underscored its twin focus on economic diplomacy and national security, as government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani outlined recent foreign engagements, domestic economic priorities and Tehran's approach to regional challeng ... read..


Global South shaping its own destiny, India and Ethiopia share common vision: PM Modi in Ethiopian Parliament
Addis Ababa | December 17, 2025 2:49:17 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said the Global South is shaping its own future, as he addressed a joint session of the Ethiopian Parliament during his visit to the country. ... read..


VBMP protest camp against enforced disappearances marks 6,031 days in Quetta
Balochistan | December 17, 2025 2:19:05 PM IST
The protest camp set up by Voice for Baloch Missing Persons (VBMP) to address enforced disappearances has reached 6,031 days as of Tuesday. This camp has been persistently held outside the Quetta Press Club to advocate for the return of missing persons, a ... read..


As final batch Apache attack copters reaches India, US says defence partnership "commitments fulfilled"
New Delhi | December 17, 2025 2:19:04 PM IST
The US Embassy in India on Wednesday hailed the arrival of the final batch of Boeing India AH-64E Apache attack helicopters for the Indian Army, terming it a fulfilment of commitments made under the India-US defence partnership ... read..


India, Argentina sign plan to strengthen cooperation in agriculture
New Delhi | December 17, 2025 1:48:57 PM IST
India and Argentina on Tuesday signed a work plan for 2025-2027 to deepen bilateral cooperation in agricultural research, technology exchange, and capacity building. ... read..


MEA summons Bangladesh High Commissioner, says it expects Yunus' govt to ensure safety of Indian mission
New Delhi | December 17, 2025 1:48:52 PM IST
The Ministry of External Affairs on Wednesday summoned the Bangladesh High Commissioner to India Riaz Hamidullah and apprised him of India's strong concerns at the deteriorating security environment in Bangladesh. ... read..


India signals unease over anti-India march in Bangladesh
Dhaka | December 17, 2025 1:48:49 PM IST
India hasn't officially expressed concern, but is signalling it through its actions over an anti-Indian march to the High Commission in Bangladesh. ... read..


Nine-day transporters' strike chokes Karachi port, industries face shutdown
Karachi | December 17, 2025 1:19:45 PM IST
Business leaders are concerned that economic activities in the port city and the province may halt, and local production could cease due to a cargo transporters' strike that has persisted for nine days, as reported by Dawn. ... read..


BYC alleges enforced disappearance of four after Human Rights Day event in Quetta
Balochistan | December 17, 2025 1:19:29 PM IST
The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) has alleged that the deputy commissioner of Quetta has behaved "like a dictator" following the enforced disappearance of four family members who reportedly attended a Human Rights Day seminar in the city, as stated in T ... read..


Suspects in Australia beach shooting were in Philippines in November, say authorities
Manila | December 17, 2025 12:49:20 PM IST
The father and son duo, allegedly behind one of Australia's Bondi Beach shootings, spent nearly the entire month of November in the Philippines, authorities in Manila confirmed, with the father entering the country as an "Indian national," the state media ... read..


India summons Bangladesh High Commissioner over security concerns of Indian High Commission in Dhaka
New Delhi | December 17, 2025 12:49:09 PM IST
India's Ministry of External Affairs on Wednesday summoned the Bangladesh High Commissioner M Riaz Hamidullah over concerns regarding the security of the Indian High Commission in Dhaka after a threat was received. ... read..


PM Modi addresses joint session of Ethiopian Parliament, hails democracy and shared civilisational ties
Addis Ababa | December 17, 2025 12:49:01 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday addressed a Joint Session of the Parliament of Ethiopia, becoming the 18th parliament worldwide where he has delivered an address. ... read..


Voting to choose new leadership of CPN-UML begins in Kathmandu
Kathmandu | December 17, 2025 11:49:04 AM IST
Voting at the 11th General Convention of the CPN-UML, led by former Nepal prime minister KP Sharma Oli, began in Kathmandu on Wednesday morning. ... read..


"India-Ethiopia partnership focused on growth" : PM Modi
Addis Ababa, | December 17, 2025 11:19:28 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said the outcomes of his Ethiopia visit mark "significant steps forward" in a trusted and people-centric partnership between the two countries, with a strong focus on youth, skills, innovation and healthcare. ... read..


PM Modi extends invite to Ethiopian PM for AI Impact Summit, BRICS summit in India
Addis Ababa | December 17, 2025 11:19:10 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invited Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali to participate in the next AI Impact Summit, scheduled to be held in India in February next year, as well as the BRICS Summit that India proposes to host in 2026, the Ministr ... read..


"Horrific": Trump prays for Bondi Beach terror attack victims, urges unity against 'evil'
Washington, DC | December 17, 2025 10:48:55 AM IST
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday condemned the deadly antisemitic terror attack in Australia, saying all nations must stand united against what he described as the "evil forces of radical Islamic terrorism". ... read..


Trump orders total blockade of sanctioned oil tankers to and from Venezuela
Washington, DC | December 17, 2025 9:49:04 AM IST
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (local time) announced a "total and complete blockade" of all sanctioned oil tankers entering or leaving Venezuela, sharply escalating pressure on the government of Nicolas Maduro. ... read..


Japan weighs record 120 trillion Yen budget as PM Sanae Takaichi pushes big spending to fight inflation
Tokyo | December 17, 2025 9:48:51 AM IST
Japan's government is considering its largest-ever initial budget of more than 120 trillion yen (about USD 775 billion) for the next fiscal year, Kyodo News reported. The move reflects Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's push for aggressive spending to suppor ... read..


CBI busts transnational cybercrime racket in Noida with FBI help, US Embassy hails US-India partnership
New Delhi | December 17, 2025 8:48:57 AM IST
Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), in coordination with the United States's Federal Bureau of Investigation, has dismantled a major transnational cybercrime network operating from Noida that defrauded US nationals of USD 8.5 million through tech-suppo ... read..


"Bharat's rising stature": Amit Shah on PM Modi conferred with Ethiopia's highest award
New Delhi | December 17, 2025 7:19:14 AM IST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's conferment of Ethiopia's highest award, the 'Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia', by his Ethiopian counterpart, Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed Ali, is a milestone in India-Eth ... read..


"Relationship with India is in our shared interest": Bangladesh High Commissioner to India
New Delhi | December 17, 2025 7:19:12 AM IST
Bangladesh's Victory Day was celebrated with a cultural program at the Embassy of Bangladesh in Delhi, India. High Commissioner M Riaz Hamidullah emphasised Bangladesh's commitment to fulfilling its people's aspirations, particularly those of the younger ... read..


Trump widens travel ban, adds 5 more countries to original list of 12 countries
Washington DC | December 17, 2025 7:19:11 AM IST
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (local time) expanded a travel ban by adding five more countries and imposing limits on others. ... read..


EAM holds talks with Israeli PM on deepening cooperation in wide-ranging sectors
Tel Aviv | December 17, 2025 7:19:07 AM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday called on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and discussed deepening cooperation in several sectors. ... read..


Taiwan detects 9 sorties of Chinese aircraft, 7 naval vessels around itself
Taipei | December 17, 2025 7:19:05 AM IST
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence on Wednesday detected nine sorties of Chinese Military aircraft and seven Naval vessels operating around its territorial waters as of 6 am (local time) on Wednesday. ... read..


Recognition of unwavering commitment to Global South: Jaishankar on Ethiopia conferring highest award to PM Modi
Tel Aviv | December 17, 2025 6:48:57 AM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday hailed Ethiopia's conferment of the 'Great Honor Nishan of Ethiopia' to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a momentous occasion. ... read..


Ethiopian PM, PM Modi's tete-e-tete explores "renewed avenues of cooperation"
Addis Ababa | December 17, 2025 6:48:54 AM IST
Ethiopia and India have taken a significant step forward in strengthening their bilateral ties. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Ethiopia was marked by a warm welcome at the National Palace, followed by productive talks with Ethiopian Prime Ministe ... read..


Food and health security, capacity building, and DPI: PM Modi outlines 3 key areas to enhance bilateral ties with Ethiopia
Addis Ababa | December 17, 2025 5:48:55 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday outlined three key areas to enhance bilateral ties with Ethiopia: food and health security, capacity building, and Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI). ... read..


PM Modi's visit to Ethiopia elevates bilateral ties to a 'Strategic Partnership'
Addis Ababa | December 17, 2025 4:48:47 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Ethiopia has elevated bilateral ties to a 'Strategic Partnership,' marking a significant milestone in India-Ethiopia relations. The visit yielded several key outcomes, including agreements on customised cooperation, ... read..


"Had this visit been in accordance with normal diplomatic process...": PM Modi on Ethiopia's "love and affection" that brought him to African nation within 24 days
Addis Ababa | December 17, 2025 4:18:42 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday emphasised that the warmth and affection shown by the Ethiopian leadership and people facilitated the visit, enabling it to proceed quickly and circumvent the lengthy routine diplomatic procedures. ... read..


Nepal: Technical glitch halts election process in ongoing general convention of KP Oli's CPN-UML
Kathmandu | December 17, 2025 1:48:47 AM IST
The election process to elect the new leadership was postponed to Wednesday morning following a technical glitch in the voting machines during the ongoing general convention of KP Sharma Oli's CPN-UML party. ... read..


"India leading source of FDI, giving our cooperation a strong foundation of trust," says Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali
Addis Ababa | December 17, 2025 1:19:11 AM IST
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali on Tuesday highlighted the growing economic partnership between Ethiopia and India during his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Addis Ababa. ... read..


Ethiopia confers its highest award on PM Modi; first Head of State or Government to receive the award
Addis Ababa | December 17, 2025 1:19:08 AM IST
Ethiopia on Tuesday conferred its highest award- The Great Honor Nishan of Ethiopia - on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. ... read..


Ethiopia confers its highest award on PM Modi, 28th top foreign State award bestowed on him
Addis Ababa | December 17, 2025 1:19:03 AM IST
Ethiopia on Tuesday conferred its highest award- The Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia - on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He said the recognition belongs to the countless Indians whose trust, contributions, and efforts have shaped and strengthened the bilat ... read..


PM Modi is first global leader to receive Ethopia's highest award; 28th foreign State honour bestowed on him
Addis Ababa | December 17, 2025 1:48:46 AM IST
Ethiopia on Tuesday conferred its highest civilian award- The Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia - on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He said the recognition belongs to the countless Indians whose trust, contributions, and efforts have shaped and strengthened ... read..


PM Modi receives warm welcome in Addis Ababa, meets Indian diaspora
Addis Ababa | December 16, 2025 11:48:54 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was accorded a warm reception by members of the Indian community after reaching his hotel in Addis Ababa, with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali accompanying him from the airport. ... read..


India, Ethiopia raise bilateral ties to strategic partnership during PM Modi's visit
Addis Ababa | December 16, 2025 10:48:49 PM IST
India and Ethiopia on Tuesday elevated the bilateral ties to "strategic partnership" with Prime Minister Narendra Modi stating that the decision will provide bilateral relations new energy, new speed and new depth. ... read..


PM Modi takes part in traditional Coffee Ceremony at Addis Ababa airport
Addis Ababa | December 16, 2025 9:48:45 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took part in a traditional Coffee Ceremony with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali at Addis Ababa airport on Tuesday in a gesture of warm friendship between the two countries. ... read..


In a special gesture, Ethiopian PM welcomes PM Modi at airport; takes him to Science Museum and Friendship Park
Addis Ababa | December 16, 2025 9:18:41 PM IST
In a unique gesture, the Ethiopian Prime Minister welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Addis Ababa Airport and drove him to the hotel. ... read..


PM Modi interacts with Indian diaspora in Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa | December 16, 2025 9:18:36 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday arrived at his hotel in Addis Ababa as part of his official visit to Ethiopia and later met members of the Indian diaspora, continuing his outreach to the Indian community during foreign engagements. ... read..


Hong Kong descends into spiral of paranoia
Asia | December 16, 2025 8:48:57 PM IST
Hong Kong's court on December 15 delivered a guilty verdict against the media mogul Jimmy Lai, editor of the former Apple Daily newspaper. The verdict came five years after Lai was detained and charged with sedition and two cases of collusion with foreign ... read..


Machine learning offers new way to predict plant water use, Israeli study finds
Middle East | December 16, 2025 7:49:16 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 16 (ANI/TPS): A new Israeli study suggests that machine-learning models may soon give growers a far more precise way to predict how much water their crops use each day, while also laying the groundwork for earlier detection of ... read..


JSMM chairman urges Bangladesh to uphold liberation ideals, warns against anti-India narrative
Frankfurt | December 16, 2025 7:49:11 PM IST
Sindhi leader and Chairman of the Jeay Sindh Muttahida Mahaz (JSMM), Shafi Burfat, has issued a strong message to the people of Bangladesh on the occasion of Victory Day, urging them to safeguard the moral, political, and historical foundations of their n ... read..


Tibetan govt-in-exile condemns China-appointed Panchen Lama's remarks on Dalai Lama reincarnation
Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | December 16, 2025 7:48:59 PM IST
The Tibetan government in exile has strongly condemned remarks by the China-appointed Panchen Lama on the Dalai Lama's reincarnation, reaffirming that authority over the process rests solely with the Dalai Lama. ... read..


Campaign in full swing ahead of election to choose top leadership of Communist Party of Nepal- UML
Kathmandu | December 16, 2025 7:19:23 PM IST
Election campaign is in full swing ahead of voting to elect the top leadership of CPN-UML led by former Nepali PM KP Sharma Oli in Kathmandu. ... read..


Bangladesh celebrates victory over Pakistan in 1971 liberation war
Dhaka | December 16, 2025 7:19:21 PM IST
Bangladesh on Tuesday celebrated the 54th anniversary of its victory against Pakistan in the liberation war with India's support, and to mark the solemn moment, 54 paratroopers parachuted from the sky to the ground. ... read..


Afghan Health Minister arrives in India for first official visit
New Delhi | December 16, 2025 7:19:10 PM IST
The Ministry of External Affairs of India welcomed the Afghan Minister of Public Health, Mawlawi Noor Jalal Jalali, on his first official visit to the country. ... read..


PM Modi arrives in Ethiopia on 2-day state visit to deepen India-Africa partnershi
Addis Ababa | December 16, 2025 7:19:19 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Addis Ababa on a two-day state visit to Ethiopia at the invitation of Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali, marking the second stop of his ongoing three-nation tour. ... read..


India, Jordan agree to deepen multi-sector partnership as PM Modi's visit marks 75 years of diplomatic ties
Amman | December 16, 2025 6:19:27 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Jordan from December 15 to 16 at the invitation of King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein. During the visit, the two leaders reviewed bilateral relations and discussed ways to strengthen cooperation across multiple sectors. ... read..


At next Waves Summit in India, we expect large delegation from Jordan, says PM Modi
Amman | December 16, 2025 6:19:17 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised the growing opportunities for India-Jordan collaboration during his address at the India-Jordan Business Forum in Amman. ... read..


UKPNP condemns prolonged load shedding, power shortages, communication blackouts in PoJK
Switzerland | December 16, 2025 5:49:03 PM IST
The United Kashmir People's National Party (UKPNP) has strongly condemned the ongoing power crisis, communication disruptions, and collective punishment in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (POJK). ... read..


HRCP raises alarm over shrinking space for independent journalism in Pakistan
Islamabad | December 16, 2025 5:48:56 PM IST
The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) has voiced serious concern over the shrinking space for independent and critical news reporting in the country. On social media platform X, the commission highlighted the reported 13-month ban on government a ... read..


India, UAE agree on new action-oriented agenda to deepen strategic partnership
Abu Dhabi | December 16, 2025 4:48:45 PM IST
India and the United Arab Emirates have agreed on fresh initiatives and an action-oriented roadmap to strengthen cooperation across key sectors, following high-level talks between External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdu ... read..


India-Maldives joint military exercise EKUVERIN concludes in Thiruvananthapuram
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | December 16, 2025 4:18:58 PM IST
The bilateral military Exercise EKUVERIN, conducted between the Indian Army and the Maldives National Defence Forces (MNDF), concluded with a joint validation exercise at Thiruvananthapuram on Monday, marking the end of two weeks of intensive training foc ... read..


Philippines looking into reports that Australia shooters travelled to country, month prior to attack
Manila | December 16, 2025 3:49:09 PM IST
The Philippines is looking into reports that the father and son behind the recent deadly mass shooting in Australia had travelled to the country a month before the attack in which at least 16 people died, state media reported on Tuesday. ... read..


PM Modi departs Jordan for Ethiopia as Crown Prince Al Hussein bids farewell after landmark visit
Amman | December 16, 2025 3:19:12 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday departed Jordan for Ethiopia, marking the second leg of his three-nation tour, after concluding his official engagements in the country. Jordan's Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II personally bid farewell to th ... read..


India reaffirms commitment to ties as Jaishankar wishes Bahrain on National Day
New Delhi | December 16, 2025 3:19:00 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday extended warm greetings to Bahrain's Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, the government and the people of the Kingdom of Bahrain on the country's National Day. ... read..


Nationwide tiger census begins in Nepal with 1,100 camera traps
Kathmandu | December 16, 2025 3:18:51 PM IST
Nepal on Tuesday officially launched its nationwide tiger census, conducted every four years, deploying around 1,100 advanced camera traps across major tiger habitats in the country. ... read..


ETNM holds vigil ahead of National Day of Mourning, urges global action against Chinese occupation
Washington, DC | December 16, 2025 3:18:42 PM IST
As the world approaches December 22, East Turkistan's National Day of Mourning, the East Turkistan National Movement (ETNM) is calling on the international community to confront what it describes as China's ongoing occupation and genocide of Uyghurs, Kaza ... read..


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