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India's Consulate in Toronto condoles killing of Indian student in Niagara; says 'in touch with family'

Toronto | May 30, 2026 6:54:28 AM IST

Consulate General of India in Toronto expressed sorrow on the killing of an Indian international student, Vidhi Megha, in Canada's Niagara. ... read..

On behalf of UAE President, Thani Al Zeyoudi speaks at Eurasia Economic Forum 2026 in Kazakhstan

Middle East | May 30, 2026 6:24:11 AM IST

Astana [Kazakhstan], May 30 (ANI/WAM): On behalf of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, attended the Eurasia Economic Forum 2026 in Astana, Republic of Kazakhstan. ... read..

Israeli study points to potential reversal of cellular ageing

Middle East | May 30, 2026 6:24:09 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], May 30 (ANI/TPS): Israeli scientists have found evidence that some aspects of ageing may be reversible, after a study that restored aged liver cells in mice to a more youthful state, Bar-Ilan University announced. ... read..

Trump ends Situation Room meeting without announcement; WH says ceasefire deal must "satisfy red lines"

Washington DC | May 30, 2026 5:54:44 AM IST

The White House has not announced any decision following US President Donald Trump's meeting with his national security team in the Situation Room on Friday, despite the President earlier indicating that the discussion would help him make a "final determi ... read..

Iran's new Strait of Hormuz body condemns US sanctions, vows 'no interruptions'

Tehran | May 30, 2026 5:24:21 AM IST

Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA), Iran's new body to manage the passage of vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, condemned the US sanctions on it and vowed to continue its operations "without interruptions". ... read..

"They walk among us": US launches 'aliens' themed website about immigrants' arrest

Washington DC | May 30, 2026 4:54:14 AM IST

The White House has unveiled a new space-themed website focused on immigration enforcement, using imagery and language associated with extra-terrestrials to highlight arrests of individuals residing in the United States without legal authorisation. ... read..

"Trade priority for US, expect more meetings": State Dept Spox Tommy Pigott on India deal

By By Reena Bhardwaj

Washington DC | May 30, 2026 4:24:13 AM IST

US State Department Spokesperson Tommy Pigott said that US President Donald Trump has made it clear that trade is a priority for Washington, and more meetings are expected with trade representatives to close the trade deal with India. ... read..

"No final understanding reached": Iran rejects Trump's pressure for ceasefire

Tehran | May 30, 2026 3:24:39 AM IST

The tedious negotiations on the ceasefire deal continue as Iran said that no final understanding has been reached, rejecting suggestions that Tehran would act under external pressure, Iranian state media Press TV reported. ... read..

RANA, GARC launch awareness campaign against fake Cambodia immigration notice

New York | May 30, 2026 3:24:35 AM IST

The Rajasthan Association of North America (RANA), New York, under the leadership of its President, Prem Bhandari, and the Global Alliance of Rajasthani Community (GARC), has launched an awareness campaign to counter misinformation being spread through a ... read..

'US committed to 'next level' defence ties with India: State Dept Spox Tommy Pigott

By By Reena Bhardwaj

Washington DC | May 30, 2026 2:54:44 AM IST

US State Department Spokesperson Tommy Pigott reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening a result-driven strategic partnership with India, clarifying that Washington's relationship with New Delhi and Islamabad stands on their "own merit" and is not a "zer ... read..

US Secy Rubio thanks Pakistan for 'role in advancing peace in Middle East' after meeting Ishaq Dar

Washington DC | May 30, 2026 2:24:20 AM IST

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and thanked Pakistan for its role in advancing peace in the Middle East, the State Department said on Thursday. ... read..

'Italy, India launch Task Force on terror financing; maritime security format soon: Italian Envoy

New Delhi | May 30, 2026 2:24:15 AM IST

Italy has kick-started a dedicated task force with India on countering financial support to terrorism, Italian Ambassador to India Antonio Bartoli said on Thursday. ... read..

"We're turning President Trump, PM Modi's shared vision into reality": US Amb Gor underscores Pax Silica, advances in trade deal

New Delhi | May 29, 2026 11:54:47 PM IST

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor on Friday highlighted the deepening cooperation between Washington and New Delhi that has been actively translating the shared vision of US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi into "concrete outcomes" ... read..

"Definitely a priority": US State Department Spokesperson on Quad

Washington DC | May 29, 2026 11:54:40 PM IST

The United States has reaffirmed that the Quad remains a key priority in its foreign policy, with State Department Spokesperson Tommy Pigott underscoring that the grouping is central to Washington's Indo-Pacific strategy. ... read..

Defence Secy pays tribute at Kranji War Memorial in Singapore

Asia | May 29, 2026 11:23:50 PM IST

Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Friday paid tributes at the Kranji War Memorial in Singapore. ... read..

Nepal's first budget since Gen-Z protests eyes exit from FATF grey list, targets 7% growth

Kathmandu | May 29, 2026 10:54:37 PM IST

Nepal on Friday unveiled its budget of NRS 2.124 trillion for the fiscal year 2026-27, the first since last year's Gen-Z protests in September, with a key focus on exiting the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list and achieving 7 per cent economic ... read..

Final agreement conditional on US stopping excessive approach, contradictory positions: Iran's FM

Tehran | May 29, 2026 10:54:23 PM IST

Iran's Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi on Friday said that reaching a final agreement amid diplomatic efforts to extend the ceasefire between Washington and Tehran is contingent upon the US abandoning what he described as an "excessive approach" an ... read..

"In Situation Room, to make final determination": Trump on peace deal with Iran

Washington DC | May 29, 2026 10:24:38 PM IST

In a development that could reshape West Asia's security landscape, US President Donald Trump announced Friday that he will convene an emergency meeting in the White House Situation Room to make a final decision on a broad, multi-part peace deal with Iran ... read..

Their steadfast commitment continues to make meaningful difference: EAM pays tribute to UN Peacekeepers

New Delhi | May 29, 2026 10:24:27 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday paid his tributes to United Nations peacekeepers on the occasion of the International Day of UN Peacekeepers, acknowledging their role in maintaining global peace and security. ... read..

Discussions at meeting of Working Mechanism on India-China Border Affairs were constructive, represent a step forward: MEA

New Delhi | May 29, 2026 10:24:25 PM IST

India on Friday said that the discussions at the meeting of the Working Mechanism for Consultation and Coordination on India-China Border Affairs (WMCC) were constructive and represent a step forward. ... read..

Security of Indian citizens working in West Asia is highly important to us: Iranian envoy Mohammad Fathali

New Delhi | May 29, 2026 9:54:47 PM IST

Amid escalating maritime and geopolitical friction across the Gulf, the Ambassador of Iran to India, Mohammad Fathali, has assured New Delhi that the safety and security of all Indian expatriates living and working in West Asia remains a paramount priorit ... read..

Foundation stone laid in Nepal's Manang District for hospital building to be constructed with Indian Aid

Kathmandu | May 29, 2026 9:54:37 PM IST

The foundation stone for the construction of a hospital building in Manang district was laid on Friday, the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu announced. ... read..

Tehran rejects Trump's 'mandatory' Abraham Accords expansion: Iranian envoy Mohammad Fathali

New Delhi | May 29, 2026 9:24:19 PM IST

Iran has firmly rejected US President Donald Trump's sudden push to forcefully expand the Abraham Accords across the Middle East and South Asia, declaring that any durable peace framework must be built on "ground realities" rather than foreign pressure or ... read..

"Will not give up legal, legitimate rights of Iranian people": Iran's Ambassador to India on issue of uranium enrichment

New Delhi | May 29, 2026 9:24:05 PM IST

Iranian Ambassador to India, Mohammad Fathali, on Friday asserted that Tehran will not compromise on what it described as the "legal and legitimate rights" of the Iranian people, particularly the right of the Islamic Republic to peaceful nuclear energy an ... read..

Visitors flock to Dhaka Zoo to see Bangladesh's viral sensation 'Trump' buffalo

Dhaka | May 29, 2026 8:54:36 PM IST

The albino buffalo that captured the world's attention with its uncanny resemblance to US President Donald Trump has become the latest crowd-puller at the National Zoo of Bangladesh in Mirpur, Dhaka, with visitors flocking in large numbers to catch a glim ... read..

Sanctions cannot break us; ready for war or diplomacy: Iranian envoy Mohammad Fathali

By Ayushi Agarwal

New Delhi | May 29, 2026 9:24:10 PM IST

Asserting Tehran's resilience amid intense international pressure, the Ambassador of Iran to India, Dr Mohammad Fathali, declared on Friday that Iran still possesses formidable defensive capabilities and stands fully prepared to protect its security and n ... read..

"Under new conditions, navigation services, security and other facilities for ships passing through Hormuz will not be free": Iran's Ambassador to India

By Ayushi Agarwal

New Delhi | May 29, 2026 8:24:53 PM IST

Noting that Strait of Hormuz "is part of the territorial waters" of Iran and Oman, Iran's Ambassador in India Dr Mohammad Fathali has said that his country over the past decades has provided extensive services for free in areas such as navigation, maritim ... read..

China's pressure campaign exposed as Taiwan rebukes Laos over sovereignty remarks

Taipei | May 29, 2026 8:24:42 PM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has strongly criticised Laos for endorsing China's claim that Taiwan is part of China, describing the statement as a deliberate distortion of historical and political realities. The ministry warned that such remarks co ... read..

UN lauds Indian recipient of 2025 Military Gender Advocate of the Year on International Day of UN Peacekeepers

New Delhi | May 29, 2026 7:54:28 PM IST

United Nations in India honoured Major Abhilasha Barak, the recipient of 2025 Military Gender Advocate of the Year on International Day of UN Peacekeepers on Friday. ... read..

Focus shifts to Strait of Hormuz: India rushes to evacuate 13 flagged ships amid escalating Gulf crisis

New Delhi | May 29, 2026 7:23:47 PM IST

The Government of India on Friday launched a highly coordinated, priority operation to safely guide 13 Indian-flagged commercial vessels out of the volatile Strait of Hormuz, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways announced on Friday. ... read..

South African Dy President arrives in India for 6-day working visit to "reinforce", "impart fresh impetus" to India-SA ties

New Delhi | May 29, 2026 7:23:41 PM IST

The Deputy President of the Republic of South Africa, Paul Mashatile, arrived in India on Friday for a six-day working visit aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation and giving "fresh impetus" to India-South Africa ties. ... read..

"Energy security is very important; We welcome whatever support we can get": MEA on gas shipment from Norway

New Delhi | May 29, 2026 6:54:51 PM IST

Energy security remains a key priority for India amid global concern over energy supply due to conflict in West Asia, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday said, adding that the country is actively diversifying its energy sources and welcoming ... read..

Black day protest in Amsterdam targets Pakistan over nuclear tests in Balochistan

Amsterdam | May 29, 2026 6:54:29 PM IST

Marking Youm-e-Asrokh (Black Day), the Baloch National Movement (BNM) organised a protest rally and awareness campaign in Amsterdam, Netherlands, condemning Pakistan's 1998 nuclear tests in Chaghi, Balochistan, and highlighting their alleged long-term hum ... read..

Taiwan detects 10 sorties of Chinese aircraft, 8 vessels, 4 ships

Taipei | May 29, 2026 5:53:56 PM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence detected the presence of 10 sorties of Chinese military aircraft, eight naval vessels and four official ships operating around its territorial waters as of 6am (local time) on Friday. ... read..

"Must call out countries that support, promote cross-border terrorism": MEA reiterates anti-terror stance

New Delhi | May 29, 2026 5:53:49 PM IST

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday reiterated India's stance on the need for global cooperation against terrorism and said countries enabling or promoting cross-border terrorism must be identified and called out. ... read..

Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing to visit India; border security, economic ties on agenda: MEA

New Delhi | May 29, 2026 5:24:49 PM IST

Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing will arrive in India on Saturday for a four-day official visit aimed at strengthening economic cooperation, bolstering border security, and enhancing regional connectivity. ... read..

NSA Doval meets First Dy PM of Russia, exchanges views on regional, global developments

Moscow | May 29, 2026 5:24:42 PM IST

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on Friday met First Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation, Denis Manturov, in Moscow, and the two leaders reviewed bilateral cooperation in a range of areas, including defence. ... read..

"Quad is about doing projects for benefit of people in Indo-Pacific": MEA on China's "bloc confrontation" remark

New Delhi | May 29, 2026 5:24:36 PM IST

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday reiterated its stance on the Quad grouping, noting that the four-member bloc is not directed against any country and is focused on delivering developmental outcomes in the Indo-Pacific region. ... read..

India dispatches 1st tranche of medical aid to Africa amid surging Ebola outbreak

New Delhi | May 29, 2026 5:24:17 PM IST

India has officially dispatched its first tranche of emergency medical supplies to Africa to assist in combating the worsening Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). ... read..

Nepal celebrates 19th Republic Day with fervour

Kathmandu | May 29, 2026 4:24:05 PM IST

Nepal on Friday is celebrating the 19th year of the adaptation of republic system in the nation, organising various programmes. ... read..

Amnesty International condemns disappearance of PTM activist Fareedullah Afridi in Peshawar

Peshawar | May 29, 2026 4:24:02 PM IST

Pakistan is facing renewed criticism over its human rights record after Amnesty International expressed serious concern regarding the alleged enforced disappearance of Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM) activist Fareedullah Afridi from Peshawar, the capital o ... read..

(India File)Amnesty International condemns disappearance of PTM activist Fareedullah Afridi in Peshawar

Peshawar | May 29, 2026 3:54:32 PM IST

From NISAR to Axiom-4: US hails India as 'trusted partner' in space exploration, invites deeper Artemis Accords cooperation

| May 29, 2026 3:54:26 PM IST

New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI) Terming India as "trusted partner," the United States has asserted that the bilateral space cooperation between the two nations holds immense strategic importance serving as a crucial counterbalance to China's growing influ ... read..

"Importance of India is now": US envoy Sergio Gor highlights Pharma trust, Pax Silica partnership

New Delhi | May 29, 2026 3:24:25 PM IST

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor on Friday placed pharmaceuticals and the Pax Silica technology partnership at the centre of the growing India-US strategic relationship, saying Washington views India as a trusted partner in securing critical supply chain ... read..

PoJK: Massive timber smuggling network exposed in Neelum valley

Neelum | May 29, 2026 3:24:22 PM IST

A shocking case of organised timber smuggling has surfaced from Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir's Neelum Valley, exposing how fuel tankers allegedly used for transporting petroleum products are being converted into secret carriers for illegal timber t ... read..

ETGE slams Pakistan for backing China's Xinjiang policy in joint statement

Washington DC | May 29, 2026 2:54:36 PM IST

The East Turkistan Government-in-Exile (ETGE) has strongly criticised Pakistan and China over their recent joint statement issued on May 26, 2026, accusing Islamabad of backing Beijing's policies in Xinjiang, which the organisation refers to as East Turki ... read..

India, Seychelles discuss boosting maritime security cooperation on sidelines of Shangri La-Dialogue

Asia | May 29, 2026 2:24:10 PM IST

Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Friday held talks with the Chief of Defence Forces, Seychelles Armed Forces Major General Micheal Rosette, on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue 2026, with discussions focused on strengthening bilateral defenc ... read..

Rubio to meet Pakistan FM Dar in Washington amid renewed momentum in US-Iran deal

Washington DC | May 29, 2026 1:54:54 PM IST

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to meet Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar in Washington, DC on Friday (local time), amidst the ongoing US-Iran deal. ... read..

Pakistan: Karachi thirsts under provincial government rule as city faces chronic water shortage

Karachi | May 29, 2026 1:54:51 PM IST

Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Pakistan chief Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman has sharply criticised the Pakistan People's Party (PPP), accusing the provincial government of failing to address Karachi's chronic water shortage despite governing Sindh for nearly two decades, a ... read..

Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman thanks PM Modi for Eid greetings

Dhaka | May 29, 2026 12:53:58 PM IST

The Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Tarique Rahman, thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his greetings on the occasion of Eid. The Prime Minister of Bangladesh expressed this gratitude in a post on his verified Facebook page. ... read..

Pakistan faces criticism as VBMP launches protest against enforced disappearances in Balochistan

Balochistan | May 29, 2026 12:53:51 PM IST

Eid al-Adha gatherings across different parts of Balochistan turned into scenes of protest and political mobilisation as families of missing persons demonstrated against alleged enforced disappearances, while armed Baloch fighters reportedly addressed pub ... read..

Nepal honours record-holding climbers on Everest Day, calls for preservation of Himalayas

Kathmandu | May 29, 2026 12:53:46 PM IST

Nepal on Friday celebrated the 73rd Everest Day, honouring the record-holding climbers along with calling for the preservation of the Himalayas amid rising global temperatures. ... read..

"Ceasefire doesn't exist", says Druze volunteer centre in Israel amid ongoing Sweida crisis

Galilee | May 29, 2026 12:24:43 PM IST

A Druze-run emergency coordination centre in northern Israel says it continues to receive alarming updates from southern Syria's Sweida province more than a year after the July 2025 violence that killed thousands and displaced large populations. ... read..

US may need USD 2 trillion push to rebuild domestic manufacturing, cut China dependence: McKinsey

New Delhi | May 29, 2026 11:54:43 AM IST

The United States may need to fundamentally transform its industrial base and invest nearly USD 2 trillion if it wants to reduce dependence on foreign manufacturing and rebuild domestic production capacity, according to a new report by McKinsey Global Ins ... read..

India reaffirms defence cooperation with US; engages with NATO Military Committee Chair on sidelines of Shangri-La Dialogue

Asia | May 29, 2026 11:54:38 AM IST

India and the United States on Friday reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening defence and security cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region during high-level engagement on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue 2026 in Singapore. India also engaged w ... read..

Brazilian President Lula highlights historic drop in homicides, says combating violence is top priority

Sao Paulo | May 29, 2026 11:54:23 AM IST

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Wednesday welcomed new data from the 2026 Violence Atlas, which shows that Brazil has recorded the lowest homicide rate per 100,000 inhabitants in its historical series. The report was released by the Insti ... read..

India outlines vision for 'stable, secure, inclusive' Indo-Pacific at Shangri-La Dialogue engagement

Asia | May 29, 2026 11:24:34 AM IST

India, on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue 2026, underscored its strategic priorities for a stable and secure Indo-Pacific through high-level diplomatic outreach and academic engagement. ... read..

Canada welcomes Chinese FM Wang Yi, first visit by Chinese FM in a decade

Ottawa | May 29, 2026 10:54:46 AM IST

Canada is preparing to host the Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Friday (local time) for the first bilateral visit by a Chinese foreign minister in ten years, marking an effort towards stabilisation of ties between Ottawa and Beijing. ... read..

Blue Origin New Glen rocket explodes during launch pad test in Florida

Florida | May 29, 2026 10:24:10 AM IST

A Blue Origin New Glen Rocket exploded on Thursday night (local time) during a hotfire test at Cape Canaveral in Florida, according to a news report by CBS News. ... read..

White House aide Miller says 'Iran made significant, material, dramatic concessions' but "nothing's final until it's final"

Washington DC | May 29, 2026 9:24:18 AM IST

White House Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy and Homeland Security Advisor Stephen Miller said Iran has made "significant, material, and dramatic concessions" to the United States in ongoing negotiations, while stressing that no agreement has been finalis ... read..

US expands sanctions on Iran's 'shadow oil economy', warns global traders of risks

Washington DC | May 29, 2026 8:54:14 AM IST

The United States on Thursday (local time) announced a fresh round of sanctions targeting Iran's so-called "shadow oil economy", accusing Tehran of illicit oil revenues to finance the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), regional proxy groups and mil ... read..

US War Secy Hegseth arrives in Singapore for Shangri La Dialogue

US | May 29, 2026 8:54:10 AM IST

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth arrived in Singapore to attend the Shangri-La Dialogue, one of the Indo-Pacific region's leading defence and security forums. ... read..

"Very close": JD Vance says US nears agreement on Strait of Hormuz, Iran nuclear setback

Maryland | May 29, 2026 8:54:07 AM IST

US Vice President JD Vance said Washington is "very close" to achieving a broader strategic agreement in West Asia, asserting that recent US actions will reopen the Strait of Hormuz, weaken Iran's conventional military capabilities, and position the Unite ... read..

US Treasury prepares mock-up of $250 note with Trump portrait

Washington DC | May 29, 2026 7:24:20 AM IST

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said that the department has been working on a mock-up design of a proposed USD 250 note that would feature President Donald Trump's portrait. ... read..

'Politicised, corrupt': Israel blasts UN over sexual violence blacklist; severs ties with Guterres

Tel Aviv | May 29, 2026 5:54:33 AM IST

Israel's Foreign Ministry strongly condemned the United Nations' decision to include Israeli entities in the annex of the Conflict-Related Sexual Violence report, accusing the international organisation of "systematically targeting" Tel Aviv as they frame ... read..

11 social media activists arrested in Pakistan's Punjab over alleged anti-state content; raises free speech concerns

Lahore | May 29, 2026 5:54:31 AM IST

Pakistan's National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has arrested 11 social media activists across multiple cities in Punjab for allegedly spreading anti-state propaganda and inciting unrest, Dawn reported, citing officials. ... read..

'Politicised, corrupt': Israel blasts as UN blacklists its entities; severs ties with Guterres

Tel Aviv | May 29, 2026 5:24:47 AM IST

Sweden gives Ukraine $2.7 billion military aid; Gripen jets, $400M for drones to counter Russian strikes

Stockholm | May 29, 2026 5:24:42 AM IST

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in a joint press conference with Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, announced that Sweden has provided military aid of USD 2.7 billion to Kyiv to strengthen its defence against Russia. ... read..

UAE PM Mohammed bin Rashid receives Eid Al-Adha well-wishers at Za'abeel Majlis in Dubai

Middle East | May 29, 2026 5:24:40 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], May 29 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, accompanied by Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai, received Eid Al-Adha well- ... read..

Israel's production in renewable and green energies 1.6 times higher than coal

Middle East | May 29, 2026 5:24:38 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], May 29 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Electricity Authority report revealed that, despite the war, in 2025, the percentage of production in renewable and green energies was 1.6 times higher than production in coal. ... read..

"Need to become independent from fossil fuels": German envoy Philipp Ackermann on energy crisis amid West Asia conflict

New Delhi | May 29, 2026 4:54:09 AM IST

German Ambassador to India Philipp Ackermann called to be independent from fossil fuel as the world grapples with an energy crisis due to tensions in West Asia, disrupting the oil and gas supply through the Strait of Hormuz. ... read..

'Kinetic action, economic pressure brought Iran to table': Treasury Secretary Bessent

Washington DC | May 29, 2026 3:54:10 AM IST

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent hailed President Donald Trump's administration's "kinetic actions and economic pressure" on Iran, which he said worked to bring Tehran to the negotiation table about its nuclear programme. ... read..

Netanyahu directs Israeli military to expand control over Gaza, says IDF to take 70% territory

Tel Aviv | May 29, 2026 2:54:01 AM IST

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said he has directed the country's military to expand its control over the Gaza Strip, stating that the objective is to take over 70 per cent of the territory, CNN reported. ... read..

NSA Doval meets Russia's Shoigu in Moscow, reviews defence, energy ties

Moscow | May 29, 2026 2:24:25 AM IST

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on Thursday met Sergei Shoigu, Secretary of the Security Council of the Russian Federation, on the sidelines of the 1st International Security Forum in Moscow. ... read..

'No plans for tolling Hormuz': Oman assures Treasury Secretary Bessent after US 'non-starter' warning

Washington DC | May 29, 2026 2:24:23 AM IST

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that Oman has assured Washington that it has no plans of tolling the Strait of Hormuz with Iran and wants to continue the good relations between the two countries. ... read..

"India stands ready to support efforts to reduce tensions": Doval calls for uninterrupted flow of trade through Hormuz, Red Sea

Moscow | May 29, 2026 1:54:07 AM IST

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval called for special attention to the situation in West Asia, emphasising the need to ensure the safe and uninterrupted flow of trade through international waterways, including the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea. ... read..

Iran seeks 'just order that negates hegemony'; Hormuz 'cannot be source of insecurity': Bagheri in Moscow

Moscow | May 29, 2026 1:24:07 AM IST

Iran on Thursday said it is working towards building a global order that rejects "hegemony and domination", referring to the US action against the Islamic Republic, stressing that the Strait of Hormuz cannot be allowed to become a source of insecurity for ... read..

Israel strikes 135 Hezbollah targets over 24 hours; says 12 nationals killed since ceasefire agreement

Tel Aviv | May 28, 2026 11:54:20 PM IST

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) on Thursday stated that it carried out a large-scale strike campaign against Hezbollah, targeting more than 135 locations across southern Lebanon over the past 24 hours, amid escalating tensions along the border. ... read..

Strategic synergy: Jaishankar concludes high-level visit to Cyprus

New Delhi | May 28, 2026 11:24:20 PM IST

Marking a significant deepening of diplomatic ties, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar concluded a two-day official visit to the Republic of Cyprus on Thursday. ... read..

US increases travel health notice for Ebola from Level 1 to 2 in Uganda

Kampala | May 28, 2026 11:24:11 PM IST

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) increased its Travel Health Notice for Ebola Bundibugyo Virus Disease from a Level 1 to Level 2 in Uganda on May 27, a statement by the US Department of State Consular Affairs said. ... read..

Iranian missile targeting Kuwait "successfully intercepted": US

Washington DC | May 28, 2026 11:24:07 PM IST

The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) on Thursday confirmed that a ballistic missile launched from Iran targeted Kuwait during the broader exchange of hostilities between Washington and Tehran amid the fragile ceasefire, adding that the missile was ... read..

"Major provocation": Foreign expert warns of escalation as US blocks Strait of Hormuz, Trump issues threats to Oman

New Delhi | May 28, 2026 11:24:04 PM IST

Tensions in the Middle East have reached a flashpoint as the United States intensifies its maritime enforcement against Iran, triggering a sharp rebuke from foreign affairs experts and sparking fears of a wider regional conflict. ... read..

Nepal shifts to meritocracy, makes historic call for Ambassadorial positions

Kathmandu | May 28, 2026 10:54:15 PM IST

In a landmark departure from tradition, Nepal has officially opened its ambassadorial recruitment process to the public, moving toward a competitive, merit-based system for its most prestigious diplomatic postings. ... read..

US Treasury Secretary threatens Oman over Strait of Hormuz toll plans with Iran

Washington DC | May 28, 2026 10:53:54 PM IST

United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Thursday warned Oman against any involvement in allegedly facilitating a tolling system in the Strait of Hormuz with Iran, stating that Washington will not tolerate such efforts and will take action agains ... read..

US, Iran reach tentative 60-day deal to ease tensions; Trump's approval pending: Axios report

Washington DC | May 28, 2026 9:54:29 PM IST

In a significant diplomatic development, US and Iranian negotiators have reportedly reached a tentative 60-day memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at extending a fragile ceasefire and paving the way for formal talks regarding Iran's nuclear programme. ... read..

Hezbollah uses civilians as human shields; Israel focused on protecting people, says former Israeli intelligence officer

Tefen | May 28, 2026 9:54:25 PM IST

Sarit Zehavi, a former Israeli intelligence officer and founder of the Alma Research and Education Centre, on Thursday pointed towards a hill near the Israel-Lebanon border and recalled how Hezbollah militants used to launch rockets from there at Israeli ... read..

Indian High Commissioner inaugurates exhibition on Buddhist heritage at Vesak Festival in Sri Lanka

Matara | May 28, 2026 8:54:37 PM IST

The High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka, Santosh Jha, on Thursday inaugurated a special exhibition on 'Buddhist Heritage of India' during the National Vesak Festival 2026 in Matara, alongside Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. ... read..

Myanmar President to embark on 4-day official visit to India; to meet PM Modi, visit Bodh Gaya

New Delhi | May 28, 2026 8:54:33 PM IST

The newly elected President of Myanmar, U Min Aung Hlaing, will undertake a four-day official visit to India from May 30 to June 3, 2026, during which he will meet and hold talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and visit Bodh Gaya in Bihar, the External ... read..

I want her final rites to happen in India: Father of 22-year-old Indian student Vidhi Megha killed in Canada's Niagara region

Borsad (Gujarat) | May 28, 2026 8:24:00 PM IST

The father of 22-year-old Indian student Vidhi Megha, who was stabbed to death in Canada's Niagara region, has urged the government to repatriate her mortal remains to India for her final rites. ... read..

India-Germany climate talk highlights green industrial partnership as key driver of future growth

New Delhi | May 28, 2026 7:54:39 PM IST

The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in New Delhi hosted the latest edition of its Climate Talk series on "Partnering for Industrial Green Transition", bringing together senior policymakers, industry leaders, sustainability experts and innovatio ... read..

PM Modi congratulates Slovenia's PM over election win, says 'look forward to work closely to further strengthen bilateral ties'

New Delhi | May 28, 2026 7:24:35 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday congratulated Janez Jansa on his election as the Prime Minister of Slovenia and expressed optimism about strengthening bilateral ties between the two countries. ... read..

Deepening partnerships: Jaishankar holds 'productive' talks with EU Foreign Affairs Ministers at Gymnich Meeting in Cyprus

Nicosia | May 28, 2026 6:54:56 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar concluded a highly productive visit to Limassol, Cyprus, where he participated in the informal "Gymnich" meeting of the European Union Foreign Affairs Ministers. ... read..

Economic stability, inflation reduction, liquidity management: Khamenei charts post-war economic roadmap for Iran's Parliament

Tehran | May 28, 2026 6:24:48 PM IST

In a direct directive to the Twelfth Majlis, Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei, on Thursday, signalled a strategic shift toward economic consolidation as the nation navigates the challenges of a post-war environment. ... read..

CTA commemorates Tibetan youths on anniversary of Lhasa self-immolation protest

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | May 28, 2026 6:24:40 PM IST

The Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) remembered two Tibetan self-immolators, Dorjee Tseten and Dhargye, on the anniversary of their protest against alleged Chinese repression in Tibet. ... read..

Taiwan sounds alarm as Chinese apps accused of secret data harvesting

Taipei | May 28, 2026 6:24:35 PM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of Digital Affairs (MODA) has raised serious concerns over cybersecurity threats posed by several Chinese-made mobile applications, warning that they may expose Taiwanese users' personal information to authorities in China. ... read..

From viral sensation to zoo resident: Bangladesh's 'Trump' buffalo spared from Eid sacrifice

Asia | May 28, 2026 6:24:26 PM IST

The albino buffalo that captured the world's attention with its uncanny resemblance to US President Donald Trump has officially swapped the farm for the enclosure. ... read..

"Cannot be double standards in fight against terrorism": NSA Doval at 1st International Security Forum in Moscow

Moscow | May 28, 2026 5:54:36 PM IST

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on Thursday said countries cannot have double standards in their fight against terrorism and called on responsible nations to take decisive action against terrorist groups and those states which sponsor or finance such ... read..

India, Singapore hold 16th Defence Policy Dialogue, reaffirm robust bilateral partnership

Asia | May 28, 2026 5:24:53 PM IST

Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh co-chaired the 16th Defence Policy Dialogue with Permanent Secretary (Defence), Singapore Joseph Leong, on Thursday. ... read..

Australian Defence Min to visit India for 2nd Defence Ministers' Dialogue

Canberra | May 28, 2026 4:24:51 PM IST

Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence, Richard Marles will travel to India, where he will meet with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh for the 2nd Australia-India Defence Ministers' Dialogue, a statement by the Australian Defence Ministry ... read..

Baloch activist slams Balochistan CM over threats to intellectuals and PhD scholars

Asia | May 28, 2026 4:24:44 PM IST

Balochistan [Pakistan], May 28 (ANI) Baloch activist Sammi Deen Baloch has strongly criticised Balochistan Chief Minister over what she described as attempts to intimidate PhD scholars and members of the intellectual community in the province. ... read..

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