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As Bangladesh simmers after violent riot, former PM Khaleed Zia's son to return home on Dec 25
Dhaka | December 19, 2025 9:18:52 AM IST
As Bangladesh simmers amidst a violent riot afer the death of Sharif Osman bin Hadi, convener of the Inquilab Moncho, in a crucial development former Prime Minister Begum Khaleeda Zia's son Tarique Rehman is planning to return home to Bangladesh on Decemb ... read..


Trump loosens curbs on Marijuana, encourages research
Washington DC | December 19, 2025 7:18:56 AM IST
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday (local time) to federally reclassify marijuana as less dangerous, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


India distributes assistance kits, restores bridge in Sri Lanka post Cyclone Ditwah havoc
Colombo | December 19, 2025 7:18:54 AM IST
Under India's assistance to Sri Lanka as Cyclone Ditwah wreaked havoc, High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka, Santosh Jha, distributed assistance kits. ... read..


"Great honour for our country": MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh lauds conferment of Ethiopia's award on PM Modi
New Delhi | December 19, 2025 7:18:51 AM IST
Union Minister of State for External Affairs, Kirti Vardhan Singh, called Prime Minister Narendra Modi's conferment of Ethiopia's highest award- The Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia, a great honour for the country. ... read..


Taiwan detects 7 Chinese aircraft, 11 vessels around nation
Taipei | December 19, 2025 7:18:48 AM IST
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense detected seven sorties of Chinese military aircraft and 11 naval vessels operating around its territorial waters as of 6 am (local time) on Friday. ... read..


Trump admin announces crackdown against transgender care to minors, draws flak from medical community
Washington DC | December 19, 2025 6:48:59 AM IST
Trump administration health officials announced on Thursday (local time) that the federal government will block transgender care to children by targeting hospitals and doctors that provide it, CNN reported. ... read..


TikTok signs deal to sell its US entity to American investors
New York | December 19, 2025 6:18:41 AM IST
TikTok has signed the deal backed by US President Donald Trump to sell its US assets to a group of American investors, CEO Shou Chew told employees in a memo on Thursday (local time), as per CNN. ... read..


25 journos rescued as blaze of activist's death engulfs Bangladesh
Dhaka | December 19, 2025 5:48:28 AM IST
At least 25 journalists of The Daily Star have been rescued from their office more than four hours after a mob swooped on the newspaper office in Dhaka's Kawran Bazar, BD News reported. ... read..


Bangladesh: Protesters hold sit-in outside Indian Assistant HC in Chattogram
Dhaka | December 19, 2025 5:48:26 AM IST
A group of protesters staged a sit-in outside the Indian Assistant High Commission in Chattogram after news of the death of Sharif Osman bin Hadi, the convenor of Inqilab Moncho, BD News reported. ... read..


US Justice Dept in race against time as deadline nears for Epstein file release
Washington DC | December 19, 2025 5:18:42 AM IST
Frustration is mounting inside the Justice Department as it races to redact thousands of pages of files related to Jeffrey Epstein before they must be released Friday, multiple sources familiar with the process told CNN. ... read..


Protests erupt in Bangladesh post activist's death, major media offices set ablaze
Dhaka | December 19, 2025 4:48:42 AM IST
The offices of Prothom Alo and Daily Star are being attacked and vandalised in the capital's Karwanbazar. The Daily Star building has been set on fire, Nagorik reported. ... read..


Earthquake of magnitude 4.1 strikes Afghanistan
Kabul | December 19, 2025 4:18:35 AM IST
An earthquake of magnitude 4.1 struck Afghanistan on Friday, s statement by the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said. ... read..


Bangladesh: Muhammad Yunus announces a national day of mourning upon the death of Inqilab Mancha spokesperson
Dhaka | December 19, 2025 3:18:54 AM IST
Bangladesh's Chief Adviser, Muhammad Yunus, on Friday announced a national day of mourning on Saturday, December 20, 2025, following the death of Sharif Osman Hadi, spokesperson of Inqilab Mancha. ... read..


Trustees' Board renames John F Kennedy Center to Trump-Kennedy Center
Washington DC | December 19, 2025 2:18:32 AM IST
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Thursday said that the Kennedy Center has now been named to the Trump-Kennedy Center. ... read..


Ukraine's "resilience" can weaken Putin's ability to prolong war: Zelenskyy
Kyiv | December 19, 2025 1:48:44 AM IST
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday underscored the importance of resilience in weakening Russia's ability to prolong the ongoing war, directly linking sustained pressure on Moscow to the prospects for peace in Europe. ... read..


MoS Anupriya Patel holds bilateral health talks with Sri Lanka, Fiji at 2nd WHO Traditional Medicine Summit
New Delhi | December 19, 2025 1:48:36 AM IST
Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Anupriya Patel, held cordial and constructive meetings with health ministers from Sri Lanka and Fiji on the sidelines of the 2nd WHO Traditional Medicine Global Summit in the national capital on Thursd ... read..


'In the last 11 years, India has changed its economic DNA': PM Modi at India-Oman Business Forum
Muscat | December 18, 2025 12:48:49 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the India-Oman Business Forum on Thursday and highlighted the several reforms which India has initiated in the last 11 years that have made it one of the most competitive markets in the world. Highlighting the ... read..


US announces over USD 10 bln arms sales package for Taiwan
Taipei | December 18, 2025 12:18:54 PM IST
US President Donald Trump's administration has announced a massive package of arms sales to Taiwan valued at more than USD 10 billion, including medium-range missiles, howitzers and drones, according to the State Department. ... read..


India-Afghanistan hold discussions to strengthen cooperation in traditional medicine
New Delhi | December 18, 2025 11:48:55 AM IST
Afghan Public Health Minister Mawlawi Noor Jalal Jalali held a meeting with MoS Prataprao Jadhav to discuss enhancing cooperation in traditional medicine systems between India and Afghanistan. They also focused on exploring pathways for mutual cooperation ... read..


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..


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..


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