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President made it a priority to be a peacemaker: US State Secy Marco Rubio claims Trump stopped Indo-Pak conflict

Washington DC | December 20, 2025 5:18:48 AM IST

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasised the country's role as a peacemaker, highlighting its engagement in various global conflicts, including India-Pakistan, Russia-Ukraine, and Sudan. ... read..

US Justice Dept misses deadline to release full Epstein files, cites victim protection concerns

Washington DC | December 20, 2025 4:18:41 AM IST

The US Department of Justice has announced it won't meet the Friday deadline to release all Jeffrey Epstein-related documents, citing the need to protect victims' identities and sensitive information, Politico reported. ... read..

Global push for traditional medicine gains momentum after WHO summit

New Delhi | December 20, 2025 3:18:43 AM IST

The Second WHO Traditional Medicine Global Summit has achieved its objectives, with nations realising the value of traditional medicine and integrating it into their healthcare systems. ... read..

"Extremely alarming": Priyanka Gandhi urges Centre to take cognisance of increasing violence against Hindus in Bangladesh

New Delhi | December 20, 2025 1:48:44 AM IST

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra urged the Centre to take cognisance of the increasing violence against Hindu, Christian, and Buddhist minorities after the murder of Hindu youth Deepu Chandra Das in Bangladesh. ... read..

US State Secy Rubio confirms Pakistan's offer to send troops for Stabilisation Force in Gaza

Washington DC | December 19, 2025 11:49:18 PM IST

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday confirmed that Pakistan has offered to send troops for the proposed International Stabilisation Force (ISF) in Gaza, as part of President Donald Trump's 20-point peace plan framework, for peacebuilding in the co ... read..

Bangladesh on edge ahead of Sharif Osman Hadi funeral as protests, violence and security clampdown intensify

Dhaka | December 19, 2025 11:49:09 PM IST

Bangladesh remained tense on Friday as the interim government announced revised funeral arrangements for slain activist Sharif Osman Hadi, stepped up security measures across Dhaka, and strongly condemned a series of violent incidents amid continuing prot ... read..

Dhaka gripped by unrest as protests intensify after Osman Hadi death

Dhaka | December 19, 2025 11:49:08 PM IST

Protests continued on Friday at the Shahbagh intersection in Dhaka, with demonstrators blocking roads and chanting slogans as unrest deepened following the death of activist Osman Hadi. ... read..

India, Netherlands agree to set up Joint Trade and Investment Committee; sign key MoUs during Dutch FM's visit

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 11:48:55 PM IST

India and the Netherlands on Friday have agreed to establish a Joint Trade and Investment Committee and signed key Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to deepen cooperation in emerging and strategic sectors during the visit of the Netherlands Foreign Minist ... read..

Jaishankar meets multi-party parliamentary delegations that represented India at UNGA

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 11:48:52 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday met members of multi-party parliamentary delegations who recently represented India at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) and discussed their experiences and contributions at the global forum. ... read..

Bangladesh minority group condemns killing of Hindu youth in Mymensingh

Dhaka | December 19, 2025 11:18:56 PM IST

The Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council has strongly condemned the brutal murder of a young Hindu man named Dipu Chandra Das in Bhaluka, Mymensingh, in Bangladesh. ... read..

"This is an existential threat. We all want this war, bloodshed to end": Dutch FM on Russia-Ukraine conflict

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 11:18:39 PM IST

Netherlands Foreign Minister David van Weel on Friday described the Russia-Ukraine conflict as an "existential threat" for Europe, stressing that the war must end, warning that a Russian victory would undermine the global rules-based order. ... read..

India, Netherlands aligned in outlook, need deeper cooperation amid global shifts: Dutch Foreign Minister

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 11:18:32 PM IST

Dutch Foreign Minister David van Weel on Friday observed that India and the Netherlands are closely aligned in outlook and approach despite differences in geographical size, stressing the need for deeper cooperation at a time of shifting global geopolitic ... read..

With India-EU trade pact talks in "decisive phase", Dutch FM hopes for early conclusion; emphasises resilient supply chains

By Ayushi Agarwal New Delhi | December 19, 2025 10:18:48 PM IST

As negotiations between India and the European Union on a long-pending Free Trade Agreement (FTA) enter a "decisive phase," Netherlands Foreign Minister David van Weel has underscored the growing importance of such pacts with like-minded partners amid glo ... read..

Pakistan using transnational repression to target diaspora, says rights advocate Mehlaqa Samdani

Washington DC | December 19, 2025 9:49:13 PM IST

Pakistan's military-backed establishment is increasingly using transnational repression to intimidate critics and activists living abroad, according to Mehlaqa Samdani, executive director of the Community Alliance for Peace and Justice, an advocacy group ... read..

Dutch FM reaffirms counter-terror cooperation with India amid arms export concerns

By Ayushi Agarwal New Delhi | December 19, 2025 9:19:07 PM IST

Dutch Foreign Minister David van Weel on Friday expressed condolences to India over the terror attack that took place in April this year, describing terrorism as a shared global threat that requires close international cooperation. ... read..

Assistant High Commission affected by protests not welcome, host govt must ensure safety: Tharoor on Bangladesh unrest

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 9:19:05 PM IST

Expressing concerns over "anti-India" marches to its High Commission in Bangladesh, as well as marches and sit-in protests near its Assistant High Commissions across the neighbouring country, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Friday stressed that it is the re ... read..

"Protests against Indian missions are being orchestrated ahead of elections": Former Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla on Bangladesh unrest

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 8:48:35 PM IST

Former Foreign Secretary and Rajya Sabha MP Harsh Vardhan Shringla on Friday pointed to the escalation in "orchestrated" protests targeting Indian diplomatic missions in Bangladesh, linking the developments to organised political efforts by "anti-India el ... read..

Jaishankar seeks Dutch support as India-EU FTA enters "decisive phase"

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 8:48:33 PM IST

India and the Netherlands on Friday held discussions to further strengthen cooperation in key strategic domains, including semiconductors, cyberspace and advanced technologies, with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar seeking Dutch support for the earl ... read..

"FTAs with like-minded partners are critical, hope we reach conclusion soon": Netherlands Minister on proposed India-EU trade pact

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 9:49:07 PM IST

Netherlands Foreign Minister David van Weel on Friday expressed strong optimism over the ongoing India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations, describing India and the EU as "natural partners" at a time when trade is facing increasing chal ... read..

Unrest after Hadi's death: Border Guard Bangladesh deployed across Dhaka to maintain law and order

Dhaka | December 19, 2025 8:19:09 PM IST

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) personnel have been deployed at multiple strategic locations across Dhaka to maintain law and order ahead of the arrival of the body of slain political activist Sharif Osman Hadi from Singapore, according to bdnews24. ... read..

Inqilab Moncho urges supporters not to heed to any "instructions or provocations" as body of Osman Hadi arrives in Bangladesh

Dhaka | December 19, 2025 9:19:10 PM IST

Inqilab Moncho on Friday urged its supporters not to respond to any "instructions or provocations" from sources other than the platform itself, as the body of slain activist Osman Hadi arrived in Bangladesh from Singapore. ... read..

"Darkest night; attack on freedom of speech, news media": Executive Editor of vandalised media house Prothom Alo in Bangladesh

Dhaka | December 19, 2025 6:48:57 PM IST

Calling it the "darkest night" for journalism in the country, Prothom Alo Executive Editor Sajjad Sharif on Friday said the vandalism of the newspaper's office in Dhaka's Karwanbazar was a direct assault on freedom of speech and the news media in Banglade ... read..

US Embassy issues security advisory for citizens amid Sharif Osman Hadi's funeral in Dhaka

Dhaka | December 19, 2025 6:48:40 PM IST

The US Embassy in Dhaka on Friday issued a security advisory for American citizens, citing media reports related to the arrival and funeral of youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi and warning of potential traffic disruption and unrest in the capital. ... read..

Bangladesh's political shift raises alarm over minority safety, regional stability

Dhaka | December 19, 2025 6:19:00 PM IST

A recent statement by Hasnat Abdullah, a leader and Southern Chief Organiser of Bangladesh's newly formed National Citizen Party (NCP), warning that India's northeastern "Seven Sisters" could be isolated if Bangladesh were "destabilised", has triggered co ... read..

Quad conducts 1st Indo-Pacific Logistics Network field exercise to boost capacity for swift responses to regional humanitarian needs

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 5:48:45 PM IST

Quad partners carried out the first Indo-Pacific Logistics Network (IPLN) Field Training Exercise from December 8 to 12, aimed at strengthening shared logistics capacity for "swift and effective responses to regional humanitarian needs," the Ministry of E ... read..

Bangladesh: Family demands Shahbagh memorial for slain activist Sharif Osman Hadi amid unrest

Dhaka | December 19, 2025 5:19:09 PM IST

As Dhaka continues to simmer with protesters over the death of the Inqilab Moncho spokesperson Sharif Osman Hadi, one of the prominent figures behind the July Uprising last year, the family of Hadi on Friday demanded the construction of a memorial in his ... read..

Rahul Gandhi meets German Environment Minister in Berlin, discusses climate challenges across world

Berlin | December 19, 2025 5:18:47 PM IST

Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Friday met with German Environment Minister Carsten Schneider in Berlin to discuss the shared challenge of climate change and the importance of sustainable, people-centric solutions for the future. ... read..

Pakistan flood-hit farmers move climate justice case in Germany against top polluters

Karachi | December 19, 2025 4:48:37 PM IST

Farmers affected by Pakistan's catastrophic 2022 floods announced plans to move a climate justice claim in Germany against two leading global carbon emitters, asserting that the scale of devastation highlighted Pakistan's severe exposure to climate change ... read..

Yunus Govt deliberately provoking violence to delay polls, trying to instigate India: Ex-Bangladesh Minister

By Vishu Adhana New Delhi | December 19, 2025 4:19:00 PM IST

Former Bangladesh minister Mohibul Hasan Chowdhury on Friday alleged that the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus is deliberately instigating violence in Bangladesh to delay upcoming elections. ... read..

Human Rights Watch report highlights rise in sexual harassment of exiled Chinese activists

New York | December 19, 2025 3:18:48 PM IST

China's authorities have long attempted to quash dissent internationally, but there has been a troubling rise in harassment involving sexually explicit letters aimed at activists outside its borders, as highlighted in a report by Human Rights Watch (HRW). ... read..

India seeks Netherlands support as EU free trade talks enter decisive phase: Jaishankar

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 3:18:43 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday said India is entering what he described as a "decisive phase" in negotiations with the European Union on a free trade agreement, and stressed the importance of support from key EU members, including the ... read..

Key Dhaka intersection blocked amidst fresh protests, slogans call for 'revolutionary government

Dhaka | December 19, 2025 2:49:28 PM IST

Dhaka continues to simmer as Protestors loyal to slain nqilab Moncho leader Sharif Osman Hadi protest. On Friday, a fresh wave of protests broke out as the activists Dhaka's Shahbagh intersection to call for justice for the slain leader. ... read..

China's slowdown deepens as investment falls; retail sales hit post-COVID low in Nov

Beijing | December 19, 2025 2:19:06 PM IST

China's investment continued to decline in November, while retail sales experienced their slowest growth since the government lifted strict COVID-19 restrictions, as reported by The Epoch Times (TET). ... read..

Study flags widespread labour rights violations in Karachi

Karachi | December 19, 2025 1:48:52 PM IST

A recent study has shown that labour rights violations are widespread in major textile factories in Karachi and Faisalabad, which produce healthcare exports for Europe, according to a report by Dawn. ... read..

Baloch Voice for Justice condemns enforced disappearance of Hajra Baloch, cites pattern of targeting Baloch women

Balochistan | December 19, 2025 1:48:40 PM IST

Baloch Voice for Justice has strongly condemned the enforced disappearance of Hajra Baloch, the wife of Sanaullah Baloch, alleging that she was unlawfully detained by Pakistani forces, including the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) and other security ag ... read..

Bangladesh interim govt condemns violence, urges people to honour Hadi by shunning hatred

Dhaka | December 19, 2025 1:48:32 PM IST

The Bangladesh interim government led by Muhammad Yunus on Friday issued its first response to the ongoing unrest in the country, urging people to resist acts of mob violence. ... read..

Pakistani nationals deported, stopped over suspected illegal travel

Islamabad | December 19, 2025 12:48:49 PM IST

Thousands of Pakistanis have been deported from different countries for begging, while tens of thousands were stopped at airports this year over suspected illegal travel attempts, Geo News reported. ... read..

Zelenskyy welcomes EUR90 billion in EU support, says Russian assets must remain frozen

Kyiv | December 19, 2025 12:48:47 PM IST

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday welcomed the European Union's decision to provide 90 billion euros in financial support to Ukraine for 2026-27, calling it "significant support" in strengthening the country's resilience amid the ongoing w ... read..

Bangla cultural organisation Chhayanaut targeted during violent attack in Dhaka, members demand probe

Dhaka | December 19, 2025 12:19:17 PM IST

One of Bangladesh's oldest heritage-rich cultural organizations, Chhayanaut became the target of violent attackers who had gone on a riot after the death of Inquilab Moncho Leader Osman Hadi. ... read..

Police block BYC activists' press meet in Hub over father's disappearance

Balochistan | December 19, 2025 11:49:13 AM IST

Police in Hub prevented a press conference by Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) activist Mahzaib Baloch over the alleged enforced disappearance of her father, after sealing the local press club and warning of detention under public order laws, according to ... read..

Protests continue in Dhaka, partially demolished house of Sheikh Mujibur vandalised

Dhaka | December 19, 2025 11:18:56 AM IST

The protests over the death of Inqilab Moncho leader Sharif Osman bin Hadi continues to spiral. After a night of violent unrest where offices of Media house's like Daily Star and Prothom Alo were targeted, protestors vented their ire at the partially demo ... read..

European Union approves EUR90 bln support package for Ukraine for 2026-27

Kyiv | December 19, 2025 11:18:42 AM IST

European leaders have agreed to provide Ukraine with 90 billion euros in financial support for 2026-27, a decision aimed at funding Ukraine's military and economic needs. ... read..

US: Brown University shooting suspect found dead in storage facility

Rhode Island | December 19, 2025 10:19:18 AM IST

The suspect in the Brown University mass shooting was found dead Thursday (local time), having taken his own life, CNN reported. ... read..

"Rich and powerful men will be held accountable," says US representative Ro Khanna ahead of Epstein files release

Washington DC | December 19, 2025 10:19:08 AM IST

American politicians and public are awaiting the release of the infamous Epstein Files even as Democrats on the House Oversight Committee released another collection of images from Jeffrey Epstein's estate. The full tranche of files are expected to be rel ... read..

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..

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..

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