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Israeli archaeologists uncover remains of dramatic mountaintop royal palace
Middle East | December 5, 2025 11:18:01 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 5 (ANI/TPS): A team of Israeli archaeologists has uncovered a new piece of the puzzle at the ancient Alexandrium fortress, the dramatic mountaintop site rising 650 meters above the Jordan Valley. ... read..


Nepal's Interim PM convenes all-party meeting, assures about timely commencement of election
Kathmandu | December 5, 2025 11:17:52 PM IST
With 90 days left for the commencement of the election announced after the Gen-Z uprising of September, Nepal's Interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki on Friday convened an all-party meeting. ... read..


Putin departs for Russia after state visit, EAM sees him off
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 11:17:50 PM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday departed for Russia from Palam Technical Airport after concluding his India visit. ... read..


India-Russia talks focus on free trade agreement with Eurasian Economic Union
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 10:48:19 PM IST
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Vladimir Putin also discussed the proposed free trade agreement that is under discussion between India and the Eurasian Economic Union. ... read..


Cultural ties strengthened: PM Modi presents Putin with Bhagavad Gita, chess set, and silver horse
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 10:48:12 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin by presenting a specially curated set of gifts that blended Indian spirituality, craftsmanship and cultural heritage. ... read..


Trump Administration elevates India's role in Indo-Pacific strategy
By Reena Bhardwaj

Washington DC | December 5, 2025 10:18:01 PM IST
The Trump Administration has positioned India as a critical partner in its newly released National Security Strategy, signalling Washington's intent to deepen cooperation with New Delhi across economic, technological and defence sectors. ... read..


President Putin's visit was very positive, Indian companies should find business partners in Russia: Russian First Dy Prime Minister Denis Manturov
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 9:48:13 PM IST
Denis Manturov, First Deputy Prime Minister of Russia, has said that President Vladimir Putin's visit to India has been "was very positive" and noted that Indian companies should find respective business partners in Russia as a means to boost bilateral tr ... read..


Russian President Vladimir Putin attends dinner hosted by President Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 9:48:07 PM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin attended dinner hosted in his honour by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Friday evening. ... read..


India, Russia reaffirm to strengthen bilateral, multilateral cooperation in combating terrorism, transnational organised crime
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 9:18:08 PM IST
India and Russia on Friday reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral and multilateral cooperation to combat terrorism, extremism, transnational organised crime, money laundering, terrorist financing, and illicit drug trafficking. ... read..


India, Russia continue to work together to promote mutual trade in national currencies: Misri
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 9:18:06 PM IST
India and Russia are actively working "to promote mutual trade" using their national currencies, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said, highlighting efforts to address trade imbalances and strengthen economic ties. ... read..


Nepal: Oli and Deuba meet for first time since September's Gen-Z uprising
Kathmandu | December 5, 2025 9:18:02 PM IST
Nepal's former Prime Ministers KP Sharma Oli and Sher Bahadur Deuba met on Friday for the first time since the September Gen-Z uprising, which brought down the coalition government led by Oli. ... read..


Fraud worth PKR 106 million found in KP education sector: Report
Peshawar | December 5, 2025 8:47:47 PM IST
A high-level inquiry by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Elementary and Secondary Education Department has unearthed a massive Pakistani currency (PKR) 106.04 million fraud in a World Bank-funded education project, revealing shocking lapses, collusion, and institut ... read..


UK universities clamp down on Pakistani applicants amid rising visa fraud and abuse
London | December 5, 2025 7:47:59 PM IST
In a move that has sparked outrage among aspiring students, several British universities have halted or restricted admissions from Pakistan and Bangladesh, citing rising visa misuse and mounting pressure from the UK Home Office to curb fraudulent applicat ... read..


PM Modi raises issue of Indians in Russian Army: Misri says 'concerted efforts continue,' urges citizens not to take such offers
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 7:47:57 PM IST
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri highlighted that India is actively working to secure the release of its citizens who have joined the Russian armed forces, while urging caution to prevent further recruitment. ... read..


China-linked cybercrime rings tighten grip on Africa as Nigeria becomes global fraud hotspot
Abuja | December 5, 2025 7:18:09 PM IST
Africa is fast emerging as the new battleground in a sweeping wave of cybercrime, with Nigeria at its centre, exposing the growing reach of China-linked digital fraud syndicates across the continent. ... read..


PM Modi-Putin touch upon regional, global issues, sign MoUs during 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 6:48:09 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin held an extensive range of talks aimed at strengthening the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership between India and Russia. ... read..


India announces free 30-day e-tourist visa for Russians
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 6:18:15 PM IST
India has moved to further strengthen its ties with Russia by announcing free 30-day e-tourist visas and 30-day group tourist visas for Russian citizens. ... read..


India steps forward in Global South cooperation by sharing its expertise in Public Financial Management
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 5:48:03 PM IST
India is taking a significant step forward in Global South cooperation by sharing its expertise in Public Financial Management (PFM). ... read..


Russia will be a reliable supplier of energy to India, says President Putin
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 5:18:23 PM IST
Russia has reaffirmed its long-standing energy partnership with India, with President Vladimir Putin declaring that Moscow will remain a steady, uninterrupted supplier for the country's fast-growing economy. ... read..


New Indo-Russia Health Accord Paves the Way for Enhanced Cooperation in Research and Medical Education
By Shalini Bhardwaj

New Delhi | December 5, 2025 5:18:20 PM IST
India and Russia have taken a significant step towards strengthening their longstanding partnership in the health sector with the signing of a comprehensive Agreement on Cooperation in Healthcare, Medical Education and Science. ... read..


Foxconn's exit crumbles China's industrial empire under CCP misrule
Colombo | December 5, 2025 4:47:53 PM IST
The abrupt shutdown of Foxconn's Henyang Hong Fujin Precision Industry facility on September 30, 2025, has sent tremors through central China's industrial heartland. ... read..


Current visit, agreements reached, will help further deepen Russia-India strategic partnership: Putin
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 4:18:18 PM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday said that his State visit to India and the agreements signed during bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi will further strengthen and deepen the Russia-India strategic partnership, as both sides revie ... read..


Earthquake of magnitude 3.6 strikes Pakistan
Islamabad | December 5, 2025 4:18:16 PM IST
An earthquake of magnitude 3.6 struck Pakistan, a statement by the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said. ... read..


'Amidst global challenges, India-Russia friendship remained steadfast like a pole star': PM Modi
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 3:48:26 PM IST
In a joint statement with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded Putin's visionary leadership in deepening the India-Russia ties and said that despite global challenges, the friendship has remained steadfast. He announced th ... read..


Pakistan's border politics helping Iran crush Baloch voices, BASC report reveals
Asia | December 5, 2025 3:48:13 PM IST
London [UK] December 5 (ANI) A new report by the Baloch Advocacy and Studies Center (BASC) analysing human rights violations in Iran's Balochistan region has exposed alarming levels of state-sanctioned violence against the Baloch minority, pointing to Pak ... read..


Pakistan's fear of clerics dooms Madrassa reforms
Sindh | December 5, 2025 3:18:17 PM IST
Sindh-based writer and educator Assadullah Channa, in his article published in Pakistan Observer, has criticised Pakistan's repeated failures to reform its madrassa education system, calling it a "chronic national weakness rooted in clerical dominance and ... read..


OP Sagar Bandhu: India sets up fully operational field hospital in Sri Lanka's Mahiyanganaya amid Cyclone Ditwah
Colombo | December 5, 2025 2:48:08 PM IST
India's ongoing humanitarian assistance initiative, Operation Sagar Bandhu, has taken a major step forward as an Indian medical team establishes a fully operational field hospital in Sri Lanka's Mahiyanganaya, near Kandy, to support communities affected o ... read..


Mahatma Gandhi anticipated new, more just multipolar world taking shape now: Putin at Rajghat
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 2:47:54 PM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat and signed the guestbook of the memorial complex. ... read..


Border closure crisis deepens as Pakistani exports to Afghanistan remain disrupted
Karachi | December 5, 2025 2:18:25 PM IST
Dozens of Pakistani truck drivers transporting goods to Afghanistan are stuck for weeks at major border crossings, victims of an escalating standoff between Pakistan and Afghanistan that has crippled regional trade. ... read..


"Should work together and pave way for peace": PM Modi in bilateral talks with Putin
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 1:48:18 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday once again invoked his message of "peace" stating that India is not neutral but stands on the side of peace in his opening remarks at the bilateral summit with visiting Russian President Vladimir Putin in the nationa ... read..


Taking action on possible peaceful settlement: Putin thanks PM Modi for his attention on Ukraine issue
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 1:48:05 PM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his continued attention to the Ukraine conflict, stating that Moscow is working with the United States on exploring avenues for a possible peaceful settlement as peace tal ... read..


From Moscow to Rajghat: Russian President Putin honours Mahatma Gandhi ahead of India-Russia Summit
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 12:48:25 PM IST
Following his ceremonial welcome and a tri-services guard of honour at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Friday, Russian President Vladimir Putin paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat in the national capital. ... read..


Diplomatic Rendezvous: PM Modi receives President Putin at Hyderabad House ahead of India-Russia Summit
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 12:48:14 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday warmly received Russian President Vladimir Putin at Hyderabad House in New Delhi, ahead of the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit, underscoring the deep and longstanding partnership between the two nations. ... read..


'Visit by President Putin marks crucial juncture in developing economic ties': Yaroslav Lissovolik
Moscow | December 5, 2025 12:48:12 PM IST
The visit by Russian President Vladimir Putin to India can be a milestone in terms of new initiatives and measures, along with the two countries exploring collaboration in areas like IT and AI to correct trade imbalances and realise untapped spheres betwe ... read..


Putin receives ceremonial welcome, Tri-Services Guard of Honour at Rashtrapati Bhavan
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 12:18:08 PM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin was welcomed by President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he received a ceremonial welcome and the tri-services guard of honour at the forecourt of the Rashtrapati Bhavan on Friday. ... read..


First India-South Sudan Foreign Office Consultations held in Juba to boost bilateral ties
Juba | December 5, 2025 12:18:01 PM IST
India and South Sudan held the first round of Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) in the African nation's capital of Juba, marking a significant step in further strengthening bilateral relations, where both sides discussed an entire spectrum of bilateral r ... read..


"We are against terrorism in all its forms": Finland Envoy to India Lahdevirta
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 11:18:03 AM IST
Finland's Ambassador to India, Kimmo Lahdevirta, reaffirmed Finland's firm stance against terrorism while highlighting the strength of ties between New Delhi and Helsinki as the Nordic nation marked its 108th Independence Day. ... read..


Red carpet rolled out for Russian President Vladimir Putin's ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 11:17:51 AM IST
Preparations are underway to welcome Vladimir Putin, at Rashtrapati Bhavan in the national capital where the Russian President will recieve a ceremonial welcome on his first visit to India in four yearsm ... read..


US: Peraton to oversee new air traffic control system, announces Federal Aviation Administration
Washington DC | December 5, 2025 10:17:56 AM IST
US Department of Transportation Secretary Sean P Duffy and Federal Aviation Administrator Bryan Bedford on Thursday (local time) announced Peraton will be the Prime Integrator to lead the most important aviation infrastructure project in decades, accordin ... read..


Ukraine, US negotiators to continue talks after "no compromise" reached with Russia in peace talks
Kyiv | December 5, 2025 10:17:45 AM IST
Ukrainian representatives led by Secretary of Ukraine's National Security, Rustem Umerov and Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Andrii Hnatov, are set to continue their talks with the US negotiation team, led by Special Envoy Steve ... read..


'From oil and gas to S-400; value of Russian friendship proven': Shashi Tharoor
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 9:48:32 AM IST
As Russian President Vladimir Putin is in India, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor praised the importance of the relationship with Moscow, stating that from oil and gas to defence equipment, which played a seminal role in Operation Sindoor, Russia has stood by I ... read..


Taiwan detects 14 PLA aircraft sorties, 5 PLAN vessels around its territory
Taipei | December 5, 2025 9:48:27 AM IST
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence on Friday recorded 14 sorties by PLA aircraft and 5 PLAN vessels operating around its territory. ... read..


Priority to open Russian market for Indian exporters: Head of India Studies at Moscow School of Management Kulik on Putin's visit
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 9:48:19 AM IST
As Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in India for his high-profile two-day visit, experts say the meeting carries major economic and strategic implications for both countries, with the opening of the Russian market to Indian exporters emerging as a ... read..


"We see a friendly country in India": Russian chess grandmaster Sergey Karjakin
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 9:48:07 AM IST
Russian chess grandmaster Sergey Karjakin on Friday expressed confidence in the growing warmth between New Delhi and Moscow, calling India a "friendly country" and a key partner for future collaborations, as Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in the ... read..


More than diplomacy: PM Modi, President Putin meet in Delhi, new chapter in shifting world order
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 8:47:46 AM IST
Four years after their last in-person interaction on Indian soil, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin are set to share the stage once again in the national capital on Friday, a moment that carries both symbolic weight and str ... read..


Asim Munir formally appointed as Pakistan's first Chief of Defence Forces
Islamabad | December 5, 2025 8:17:48 AM IST
Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari has approved the appointment of Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir as the country's first Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) for a period of five years. ... read..


PM Modi not someone who succumbs to pressure: Vladimir Putin
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 8:17:46 AM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership and how India takes pride in his leadership. ... read..


India delivers 63,734 doses of Influenza and Meningitis vaccines to Afghanistan
Kabul | December 5, 2025 7:17:49 AM IST
India delivered 63,734 doses of Influenza and Meningitis vaccines to Afghanistan to address urgent medical needs. ... read..


Ireland Ambassador "hopeful" on India-EU FTA
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 7:17:44 AM IST
Ireland's Ambassador Kevin Kelly remained "hopeful" of a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union, stating that the meeting of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Prime Minister Narendra Modi in February was "very ... read..


India, Oman hold 14th Strategic Consultative Group meeting
Muscat | December 5, 2025 7:17:42 AM IST
The 14th round of India-Oman Strategic Consultative Group (IOSCG) meeting was held in Muscat, Oman, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Thursday. ... read..


Israel strikes Hezbollah weapons storage sites in Southern Lebanon
Middle East | December 5, 2025 6:47:55 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 5 (ANI/TPS): Israel struck several weapons storage facilities belonging to Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, the Israel Defence Forces said on Thursday. ... read..


Operation Sagar Bandhu: India provides assistance to restore road connectivity in cyclone-hit Sri Lanka
Colombo | December 5, 2025 6:47:53 AM IST
India continues its humanitarian assistance in Sri Lanka through coordinated rescue, medical, and relief operations under Operation Sagar Bandhu, following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah, due to which more than 400 people were killed in the isla ... read..


"Expecting new perspectives," Russian firm Intrud COO says on Putin's India visit
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 6:17:36 AM IST
Elena Velyaeva, Chief Operating Officer of Russian firm Intrud, hoped that new perspectives would come to the fore as the Russian President Vladimir Putin began his two-day visit to India ... read..


Piyush Goyal holds "productive" meeting with Russian Minister, discusses cooperation in textiles,automobiles, agriculture
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 6:17:35 AM IST
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal had a "productive" meeting with Russian Economic Development Minister Maxim Reshetnikov. ... read..


Russian Education Agency opens its branch in Delhi
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 5:17:58 AM IST
The Russian Education Agency, a joint project between Synergy Corporation and Innopraktika.India, on Thursday, opened its branch in New Delhi. ... read..


Trump seals Rwanda, Congo peace deal; opens rare earth minerals for US
Washington DC | December 5, 2025 3:47:45 AM IST
US President Donald Trump on Thursday (local time) hosted the leaders of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to sign a Washington-brokered peace treaty aimed at ending a 30-year conflict, and opening the region's vast critical mineral reserv ... read..


"Inspiration for millions": PM Modi gifts Russian edition of Bhagvad Gita to Putin
New Delhi | December 5, 2025 2:17:53 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has presented a copy of Bhagvad Gita in Russian to President Vladimir Putin, who is on a two-day visit to India. ... read..


"Limelight will be on economic dimensions": Ex diplomat on Putin's India visit
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 11:48:01 PM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to India is being seen as a significant diplomatic event, given the current global landscape. Former Indian diplomat Rajiv Bhatia highlights the importance of this visit, citing India's relations with the US, the U ... read..


Putin firm on Russia not joining G7, says relationship with European countries "far from being called normal"
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 11:47:58 PM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday didn't mince words in expressing disinterest in incorporating his country into the Group of Seven (G7), a political and economic forum consisting of countries that remain economically advanced, citing one of th ... read..


"India has found its balance between US, Russia": Defence expert Major General (Retd) Pawan Anand
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 11:47:56 PM IST
Major General Pawan Anand (Retd) and Director of United Service Institution of India on Thursday highlighted India's balanced approach to its strategic relationships with the US, Russia, and other global powers amid Russian President Vladimir Putin's two- ... read..


Israel strikes Hezbollah weapons storage sites in Southern Lebanon
Middle East | December 4, 2025 11:18:28 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 4 (ANI/TPS): Israel struck several weapons storage facilities belonging to Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, the Israel Defence Forces said on Thursday. ... read..


Israel confirms deaths of Hamas East Rafah Battalion Commander, top deputies
Middle East | December 4, 2025 11:18:23 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 4 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defence Forces on Thursday confirmed the death of the commander of Hamas's East Rafah Battalion, his deputy, and a company commander during an operation in southern Gaza. ... read..


AI accurately predicts location of mineral deposits
Middle East | December 4, 2025 11:18:21 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 4 (ANI/TPS): The race to find the mineral deposits needed to support the world's growing population and energy transition is on, and those using artificial intelligence technology for exploration and extraction are already lead ... read..


Ukraine's security cannot be ensured at Russia's expense: Vladimir Putin on NATO membership
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 11:18:07 PM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday reiterated that Moscow won't compromise on its security interests to ensure Kyiv's security. ... read..


India-Netherlands hold 13th Foreign Office Consultations in New Delhi
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 10:17:54 PM IST
India and the Netherlands held the 13th round of Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) on Thursday in New Delhi. The Indian delegation was led by Sibi George, Secretary (West), Ministry of External Affairs, while the Dutch delegation was headed by Christiaan ... read..


Earthquake of magnitude 4.3 strikes Tibet
Asia | December 4, 2025 10:17:51 PM IST
An earthquake of magnitude 4.3 struck Tibet on Thursday, a statement by the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said. ... read..


"Putin doesn't visit every country, hence India visit is significant," Indian-origin Russian MLA says
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 10:17:49 PM IST
Indian-origin Russian MLA Abhay Kumar Singh said that Russian President Vladimir Putin doesn't visit countries usually, but this visit highlights the importance India holds to Russia. ... read..


"Laid out ambitious plan for our collaboration in key domains": Vladimir Putin on his India visit
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 10:17:48 PM IST
Russian president Vladimir Putin on Thursday said that his country's partnership with India spans various fields, including technology and energy, and that the two nations will cooperate in many other "interesting areas". ... read..


"PM Modi's stance is unwavering and straightforward": Putin praises PM Modi's leadership
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 9:48:15 PM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin has praised PM Narendra Modi's leadership and said that the Indian PM does not succumb to pressure from any country, including the US. ... read..


Putin says India-Russia cooperation is not aimed against anyone, including US
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 9:48:11 PM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that growing cooperation between India and Russia is not targeted at any third country, including the United States, while addressing questions on the future of bilateral ties and Washington's reactions to them. ... read..


PM Modi welcomes Putin, shares glimpses of car ride to PM's Lok Kalyan Marg residence
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 9:18:12 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday shared a photograph of himself with Russian President Vladimir Putin during the shared ride from New Delhi's Palam airport to the PM's Lok Kalyan Marg residence. ... read..


India-Russia ties on display: Russian Foreign Ministry shares visuals of PM Modi personally welcoming Putin
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 9:18:09 PM IST
The Russian Foreign Ministry shared images of Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally welcoming President Vladimir Putin at Delhi Airport, highlighting the warm reception. This gesture underscores the strong diplomatic ties between India and Russia. ... read..


India wants this war to end: KP Fabian on India's position in ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 9:17:58 PM IST
As Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in India for his first visit since 2021, former diplomat KP Fabian said Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to clearly communicate India's position on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict while continuing ef ... read..


PM Modi, Putin travel in same car after Russian President's arrival at Palam airport
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 8:17:48 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin travelled in the same car as they departed from the Palam Technical Airport in Delhi. ... read..


PM Modi receives Russian President Vladimir Putin as he arrives in Delhi for state visit
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 7:48:01 PM IST
In a rare diplomatic gesture that underscores the strong ties between India and Russia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi received Russian President Vladimir Putin at Delhi Airport on Thursday, breaking with standard protocol. ... read..


Taiwan warns of growing Chinese digital espionage threat through popular apps
Taipei | December 4, 2025 6:48:13 PM IST
Taiwan's Ministry of Digital Affairs has sounded an alarm over the rising risks of Chinese surveillance through several popular apps, officially identifying Douyin, Xiaohongshu (known internationally as RedNote), Sina Weibo, Weixin, and Baidu Cloud as pot ... read..


Strength, resilience, opportunities: Key mantras as India-Russia look at strengthening strategic partnership
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 6:18:14 PM IST
India and Russia's strong relationship has withstood several global uncertainties and challenges. The two nations have a comprehensive strategic partnership across nuclear, space, and defence, culminating in regional and bilateral cooperation, according t ... read..


"Our countries are tied with a solid, time-proven friendship," says Russian Defence Minister
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 6:17:59 PM IST
Andrei Belousov, Russian Defence Minister noted the time-tested friendship between both the nations. ... read..


Russian Panel awards leading BRICS Business and Public Initiatives for 2025
Moscow | December 4, 2025 6:17:53 PM IST
The 2025 edition of the Expert of the Year Award, held on the federal territory of Sirius, highlighted a growing international footprint, with participants from multiple countries recognised for their contributions across 16 categories. ... read..


New Tibetan voices rise against China's oppression
Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | December 4, 2025 5:48:21 PM IST
In a significant political development ahead of the 2026 Chitue (Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile) elections, three candidates, two representing the U-Tsang constituency and one from Dotoe, formally declared their candidacy at the Tibetan Settlement Welfare Ha ... read..


MoS Sanjay Seth receives Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov in New Delhi
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 5:48:01 PM IST
Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth received Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov on Thursday at Air Force Station, Palam in New Delhi, the Ministry of Defence said in an official statement. ... read..


Putin's visit expected to strengthen Indo-Russia economic co-operation: Sources
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 5:47:58 PM IST
The two-day State visit of Russian President Vladimir Putin to India will go a long way in strengthening economic co-operation, sources said on Thursday. ... read..


"Russia is India's strategic partner in technology, defence": Rajnath Singh amid bilateral meet with Russian Defece Minister
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 7:18:49 PM IST
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said that Russia remains India's strategic partner in technology and Defence despite the recent geopolitical developments. ... read..


Russian President Vladimir Putin to arrive in India today, freindship with PM Modi goes back 25 years
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 4:48:21 PM IST
The much-anticipated visit of Russian President Vladimir Putin reminds us of his long-standing friendship with Prime Minister Narendra Modi that dates back to almost 25 years. ... read..


Earthquake of magnitude 6.2 rattles through Xinjiang
Xinjiang | December 4, 2025 4:48:05 PM IST
An earthquake of magnitude 6.2 rattled through Xinjiang, a statement by the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said. ... read..


Russian President Vladimir Putin to arrive in India today, friendship with PM Modi goes back 25 years
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 4:48:01 PM IST
The much-anticipated visit of Russian President Vladimir Putin reminds us of his long-standing friendship with Prime Minister Narendra Modi that dates back to almost 25 years. ... read..


Russia, India to push toward USD 100 billion trade turnover by 2030: Russian Finance Minister
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 4:47:48 PM IST
Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov expressed confidence that Russia and India can reach their shared goal of achieving USD100 billion in trade turnover by 2030, citing rapid growth in recent years and expanding cooperation across multiple sectors. ... read..


Bangladesh's Ex PM Khaleda Zia to be sent to London for advanced medical treatment: Doctor
Dhaka | December 4, 2025 4:18:35 PM IST
Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia to be sent to London for advanced medical treatment, her doctor said on Thursday. ... read..


Bangladesh tribunal issues warrant against Sheikh Hasina's son Joy
Dhaka | December 4, 2025 3:48:06 PM IST
Bangladesh's International Crime Tribunal (ICT) on Thursday has issued an arrest warrant against Sajeeb Wazed Joy, son of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The ICT issued this order on charges of committing crime against humanity by shutting down the i ... read..


Civil groups denounce eviction drives targeting poor settlements in Pakistan
Islamabad | December 4, 2025 3:48:03 PM IST
Dozens of representatives from katchi abadis (informal settlements), street vendors and other working-class groups across Islamabad gathered at the National Press Club this week to condemn the eviction operations of Pakistan's Capital Development Authorit ... read..


"Trade relationship major focus of summit; general attempt to expand economic partnership...": Aleksei Zakharov
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 3:18:42 PM IST
Ahead of the visit of Russian President Vladimir Putin to India, fellow with Observer Research Foundation's Strategic Studies Programme, Aleksei Zakharov told ANI how the much anticipated visit comes in four years, with a focus on trade and exploring new ... read..


Israel urges India to 'work hard' to designate Hamas as terror group
Asia | December 4, 2025 3:18:41 PM IST
Israel has urged India to move towards designating organisations operating against it, including Hamas, as terrorist groups, with senior Israeli officials saying that New Delhi's stance carries significant regional influence. ... read..


Lula urges diplomatic resolution for Venezuela in call with Trump
So Paulo | December 4, 2025 3:18:39 PM IST
President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva voiced deep unease about the prospect of US military intervention in Venezuela during a recent phone call with US President Donald Trump, according to Brazilian daily O Estado de S Paulo, as reported by Brasil 247. ... read..


Maltreated in detention; raised matter strongly with US embassy: EAM on deportation of 73-year-old Harjit Kaur
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 3:18:11 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday informed the Rajya Sabha that 73-year-old Indian citizen Harjit Kaur was maltreated while in US detention before being deported, and the Indian government has taken up the issue "strongly" with the Americ ... read..


Talks focus beyond energy, defence, on areas which weren't explored before: Former FS Shringla on Putin's visit
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 2:48:18 PM IST
Former Foreign Secretary and Rajya Sabha MP Harsh Vardhan Shringla on Thursday said the upcoming visit of Russian President Vladimir Putin for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit will mark a significant expansion of bilateral ties between the two nations, ... read..


Only 37 out of 1817 Hindu temples, Sikh Gurudwaras operational: Report reveals state apathy in Pakistan
Asia | December 4, 2025 2:48:16 PM IST
Islamabad [Pakistan] December 4 (ANI) A recent report presented before the Parliamentary Committee on Minority Caucus has revealed that out of 1,817 Hindu temples and Sikh gurdwaras across Pakistan, only 37 remain operational. The data highlights a grim r ... read..


India-France successfully conclude 8th edition of bilateral air exercise Garuda 2025
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 2:17:57 PM IST
The IAF contingent has returned to India on December 2 after the successful culmination of the 8th edition of Exercise Garuda, a bilateral Indo-French air exercise between the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the French Air and Space Force (FASF) which conclude ... read..


Indian crew member Raveendran freed from Houthi captivity in Yemen after five months
New Delhi | December 4, 2025 1:48:31 PM IST
After being detained for almost five months in Yemen, Indian crew member Anilkumar Raveendran, who was part of the Liberian-flagged, Greek-owned bulk carrier MV Eternity C, which was attacked by Houthi rebels in July, has been released from captivity, the ... read..


Pakistan's revenue crisis deepens as corrupt tax system crumbles under IMF demands
Asia | December 4, 2025 1:48:15 PM IST
Lahore [Pakistan], December 4 (ANI) Pakistan's struggle to meet its revenue targets for the ongoing fiscal year has once again highlighted the deep-rooted structural inefficiencies within the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). Preliminary figures from the fi ... read..


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