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Economic ties strong pillar of India-Oman partnership: Indian Ambasador GV Srinivas

Muscat | December 16, 2025 11:48:50 AM IST

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Oman, Ambassador GV Srinivas highlighted the longstanding partnership between New Delhi and Muscat, as bilateral trade touches over USD 10 billion and the countries are now expanding ties into future-facing ... read..

"Iconic visit for India-Ethiopia relations": Indian diaspora in Ethiopia ahead of PM Modi's first official visit

Addis Ababa | December 16, 2025 11:48:47 AM IST

Members of the Indian community in Ethiopia are eagerly awaiting the arrival of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is scheduled to land in Addis Ababa on Tuesday as part of his three-nation visit. ... read..

MS Patiyal appointed as Ambassador of India to Timor Leste

New Delhi | December 16, 2025 10:48:59 AM IST

MS Patiyal has been appointed as India's next ambassador to Timor Leste, as per an official statement from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). ... read..

US strikes three boats in Pacific Ocean, kills eight in Operation Southern Spear

Washington, DC | December 16, 2025 10:18:59 AM IST

The US military has carried out lethal strikes on three vessels operated by designated terrorist organisations in international waters, killing eight alleged narco-terrorists, US Southern Command said on Tuesday. According to a post by US Southern Command ... read..

US Senate clears Porcupine Act to fast-track defence sales to Taiwan

Washington, DC | December 16, 2025 9:48:56 AM IST

The United States Senate has passed the Porcupine Act to speed up US defence sales and make it easier for American allies to transfer military equipment to Taiwan, reported focus Taiwan. ... read..

India-Bangladesh exchange visits to celebrate Victory Day

Dhaka | December 16, 2025 9:48:55 AM IST

India and Bangladesh invited each other's War Veterans and serving officers to participate annually in the Victory Day celebrations to commemorate the Liberation War of 1971, the Indian High Commission in Dhaka said in a Facebook post on Tuesday. ... read..

'Outcomes mark meaningful expansion of India-Jordan partnership': PM Modi

Amman | December 16, 2025 9:48:43 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hailed the outcomes of his visit to Jordan, noting they mark an important and meaningful step in the expansion of ties between New Delhi and Amman. The Prime Minister said that the wide-ranging outcomes of the visit ... read..

Taiwan detects heightened Chinese military activity around its territory

Taipei | December 16, 2025 8:49:20 AM IST

Taiwan detected the presence of 7 PLAN vessels operating around its territory along with 13 sorties of PLA aircraft, the Ministry of National Defence (MND) shared on Tuesday. ... read..

Sri Lanka: Former Cricketer Arjuna Ranatunga to be arrested over alleged oil scam

Colombo | December 16, 2025 8:49:09 AM IST

Sri Lanka's bribery commission informed on Monday that Former Cricketer and Minister Arjuna Ranatunga would be arrested and produced before court after he was named as a suspect in an incident in which an alleged loss of nearly Rs. 800 million was caused ... read..

US Embassy warns of potential violence in Bangladesh ahead of February 2026 elections

Washington, DC | December 16, 2025 8:49:07 AM IST

The United States Embassy in Dhaka has issued a nationwide security alert for American citizens following Bangladesh's announcement that its next parliamentary election and a national referendum will be held simultaneously on February 12, 2026. ... read..

"Urgent global imperative": India calls for 'fit-for-purpose' UNSC reforms to tackle contemporary challenges

New York | December 16, 2025 7:18:46 AM IST

India on Monday (local time) reiterated its call for comprehensive reforms of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), describing them as an "urgent global imperative" to effectively address contemporary global challenges. ... read..

513 illegal Palestinian residents in Israel apprehended

Middle East | December 16, 2025 7:18:39 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 16 (ANI/TPS): During the past week, Border Police soldiers operated in various sectors of the country to locate illegal Palestinian residents and prevent attempts by infiltrators to penetrate throughout the country, arresting 5 ... read..

India criticises Pakistan's democratic situation, flags jailing of Imran Khan, military-backed constitutional changes

New York | December 16, 2025 6:48:47 AM IST

India on Monday (local time) sharply criticised Pakistan's domestic political situation at the United Nations Security Council, flagging Islamabad for jailing former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan and allowing its armed forces to engineer a "constitu ... read..

India slams Pakistan calling it "global epicentre of terror"; rejects claims of "dispute" over J-K

New York | December 16, 2025 6:18:55 AM IST

India on Monday (local time) delivered a stinging rebuttal to Pakistan at the United Nations Security Council Open Debate on "Leadership for Peace", firmly rejecting Islamabad's claims over Jammu and Kashmir's "unresolved disputes" as "unwarranted", reite ... read..

Deputy Chief of Naval Staff of Indian Navy hands over operational spares for MNDF Coast Guard Ship Huravee to Maldives CDF

Maldives | December 16, 2025 5:18:57 AM IST

Deputy Chief of Naval Staff of the Indian Navy, Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti, on Monday handed over a consignment of operational spares for the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) Coast Guard Ship (MCGS) Huravee to Major General Ibrahim Hilmy, Chief of Def ... read..

Trump designates fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction, directs federal crackdown on cartels

Washington DC | December 16, 2025 4:48:49 AM IST

US President Donald Trump on Monday (local time) signed an Executive Order officially designating illicit fentanyl and its core precursor chemicals as weapons of mass destruction (WMD), escalating the federal government's efforts to combat the drug crisis ... read..

Ukraine-Russia peace deal 'closer than ever', says Trump amid talks in Berlin

Washington DC | December 16, 2025 4:18:50 AM IST

US President Donald Trump on Monday (local time) stated that the peace deal to end the four-year-long running war between Ukraine and Russia is 'closer than ever' following ongoing talks between European leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy ... read..

India, Jordan sign MoUs on renewable energy, digital solutions; Amman expresses intent to join ISA

Amman | December 16, 2025 3:48:39 AM IST

India and Jordan on Monday signed multiple Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in key areas such as renewable energy, water resources, digital transformation and cultural heritage, with Amman expressing its int ... read..

EAM Jaishankar co-chairs India-UAE Joint Commission, Strategic Dialogue; reviews partnership, charts future cooperation

Abu Dhabi | December 16, 2025 3:18:28 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday co-chaired the 16th India-UAE Joint Commission and the 5th Strategic Dialogue with UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi, during which t ... read..

EAM Jaishankar meets UAE VP Sheikh Mansour, CEO of Mubadala; discusses economic, defence cooperation, investment opportunities

Abu Dhabi | December 16, 2025 2:49:00 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday held a series of high-level meetings in Abu Dhabi during which he held discussions with the UAE's Vice President Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and the Chief Executive Officer of Mubadala Inv ... read..

Trump mocks Rob Reiner's death, says "struggling" director dies of "Trump Derangement Syndrome"

Washington DC | December 16, 2025 2:19:42 AM IST

US President Donald Trump has ridiculed the shocking death of director Rob Reiner, the legendary filmmaker known for hits like 'When Harry Met Sally', saying that he died due to "incurable affliction with a mind crippling disease known as Trump Derangemen ... read..

PM Modi holds "productive discussions" with Jordan's King; shares "8-point vision" on trade, critical minerals, nuclear cooperation

Amman | December 16, 2025 2:19:39 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday stated that he had shared an eight-point vision on trade, critical minerals, nuclear cooperation and other vital sectors to further the ties with the country of Jordan during his "productive discussions" with King Ab ... read..

"Strong and strategic message to humanity": PM Modi lauds Jordan's stand against terrorism, extremism and radicalisation

Amman | December 15, 2025 11:19:04 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday lauded Jordan's leadership for projecting a "strong and strategic message to humanity" in confronting terrorism, extremism and radicalisation, highlighting the close alignment between India and Jordan on these issues ... read..

"New impetus and depth to our relations," says PM Modi on India-Jordan ties

Amman | December 15, 2025 10:18:44 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held discussions with King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein in Amman on Monday, expressing appreciation for the warm reception accorded to him and reiterating India's resolve to strengthen bilateral relations with Jordan further. ... read..

Brazilian President congratulates Chile President-elect Jose Antonio Kast, stresses regional peace

So Paulo | December 15, 2025 9:48:44 PM IST

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has extended formal congratulations to Chile's newly elected president, Jose Antonio Kast, following the official confirmation of the results from Sunday's presidential runoff, according to reporting by the Br ... read..

Challenge mounts for former Nepal PM Oli as dissent grows within CPN-UML

Kathmandu | December 15, 2025 9:18:51 PM IST

Former Nepali Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli is facing a setback at the ongoing general convention of his party, the CPN-UML, with dissatisfaction growing within his faction as voting for top party positions is scheduled for Tuesday afternoon. ... read..

Nepal waives ban on high-denomination Indian notes after nearly a decade

Kathmandu | December 15, 2025 8:49:26 PM IST

Nepal's Council of Ministers has decided to lift the ban on high-denomination Indian currency notes of Rs 200 and Rs 500, a government spokesperson confirmed to ANI. ... read..

Indian diaspora in Jordan expresses pride after meeting PM Modi in Amman

Amman | December 15, 2025 8:18:56 PM IST

Members of the Indian diaspora in Jordan expressed pride and happiness after interacting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to Amman, describing the experience as memorable and deeply emotional. ... read..

Cultural rhythms set the stage for PM Modi's visit to Jordan

Amman | December 15, 2025 7:48:57 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi witnessed a cultural performance on his arrival at a hotel in Amman, marking the beginning of the Jordan leg of his official overseas tour. ... read..

PM Modi receives warm welcome from Indian diaspora in Amman

Amman | December 15, 2025 6:18:42 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was warmly received by members of the Indian diaspora upon his arrival at a hotel in Amman, marking the start of the Jordan leg of his three-nation tour. ... read..

PM Modi receives ceremonial welcome upon arrival in Amman

Amman | December 15, 2025 5:49:04 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a ceremonial welcome on his arrival in Amman on Monday, marking the start of his official visit to Jordan. ... read..

PM Modi arrives in Amman on first leg of three-nation tour

Amman | December 15, 2025 5:18:40 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Amman on Monday for a two-day visit to Jordan, marking the beginning of his three-nation tour. He was welcomed on arrival by Jordan's Prime Minister Jafar Hassan. ... read..

Pakistan: Garbage dump along Malir river leaves Karachi residents, commuters choking on stench and fumes

Karachi | December 15, 2025 4:49:19 PM IST

Residents of Defence View and surrounding neighbourhoods, students from nearby educational institutions and thousands of commuters using the Shaheed-i-Millat Expressway are facing severe discomfort due to garbage dumped along the Malir riverbank, Dawn rep ... read..

Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile pushes back against China in New Delhi advocacy campaign

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 4:18:56 PM IST

In a move against the Chinese government's long-standing occupation of Tibet, members of the Standing Committee of the Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile, led by Speaker Khenpo Sonam Tenphel, have launched a series of advocacy initiatives in New Delhi during the ... read..

Indian diaspora in Jordan brims with excitement ahead of PM Modi's Amman visit

Amman | December 15, 2025 3:48:55 PM IST

Members of the Indian diaspora in Jordan are enthusiastically preparing to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Amman, with excitement and anticipation building ahead of his visit as part of his ongoing overseas tour. ... read..

Travel warnings renewed for Israelis in wake on Australia massacre

Middle East | December 15, 2025 3:19:11 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 15 (ANI/TPS): After the terrorist attack on Jews on Sunday at a Hanukkah event, which took place on Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia, Israel's National Security Council issued renewed safety guidelines for Israelis travelling a ... read..

Trump pays tribute to victims of US campus shooting and Australia's Bondi Beach terror attack

Washington, DC | December 15, 2025 3:19:04 PM IST

US President Donald Trump on Sunday paid tribute to victims of multiple deadly attacks in the United States and abroad, including a campus shooting at Brown University and a deadly antisemitic terror attack at Sydney's Bondi Beach, during remarks at a Chr ... read..

Singapore issues advisory to its nationals in Delhi as air quality turns 'Severe Plus', GRAP Stage 4 curbs enforced

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 2:48:54 PM IST

The High Commission of Singapore in New Delhi on Monday issued an advisory urging Singapore nationals in the Delhi National Capital Region to take precautions after Indian authorities enforced the strictest pollution curbs under Stage 4 of the Graded Resp ... read..

Luthra Brothers deportation: Final court procedure awaited, say Sources

By Sahil Pandey

Bangkok | December 15, 2025 2:48:47 PM IST

The much-anticipated deportation of Luthra brothers, Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, from Thailand to India is now in its final stage, with top sources indicating they are likely to be sent back to India soon. ... read..

Balochistan: Human rights groups demand immediate release of missing woman

Khuzdar | December 15, 2025 2:19:22 PM IST

The alleged enforced disappearance of Farzana Zehri, a resident of Zehri in Balochistan's Khuzdar district, has drawn sharp condemnation from Baloch rights groups and activists, who say her case reflects a troubling pattern of targeting Baloch women. ... read..

Australian PM pushes for tougher gun laws after antisemitic terror attack at Sydney's Bondi Beach

Sydney | December 15, 2025 1:49:12 PM IST

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Monday said tougher gun laws would be taken up at a National Cabinet meeting, signalling a possible tightening of Australia's already strict firearms rules after the deadly antisemitic terror attack at Sydney' ... read..

WUC raises alarm over imminent deportation of Chinese whistleblower Guan Heng in US

Munich | December 15, 2025 12:48:50 PM IST

The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) has expressed grave concern over the imminent deportation of Guan Heng, a Chinese national whose secret recordings of internment camps in East Turkistan were instrumental in revealing widespread abuses against Uyghurs and o ... read..

China launches "countermeasures" against former Japan defence official

Beijing | December 15, 2025 12:18:53 PM IST

China on Monday announced that it has imposed sanctions on Shigeru Iwasaki, former chief of the Joint Staff of the Japan Self-Defence Forces, saying he had "colluded with separatist forces" in Taiwan. ... read..

Jaishankar to visit Israel following India-UAE strategic dialogue in Abu Dhabi

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 12:18:48 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will visit Israel later on Monday after holding high-level meetings with the leadership of the United Arab Emirates, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said. In a statement, the MEA said, "Following his participa ... read..

Jaishankar offers support to Australia after antisemitic terror attack in Sydney

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 11:48:52 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday spoke to Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong following the deadly terror attack at Sydney's Bondi Beach, which left more than 15 people dead during a gathering to celebrate the first day of Hanukkah. ... read..

Rubio speaks to Australian FM as US condemns "heinous" Bondi Beach terror attack

Washington DC | December 15, 2025 10:48:42 AM IST

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Sunday (local time) held a call with Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong to discuss the antisemitic terrorist attack at Sydney's Bondi Beach, which targeted members of the Jewish community celebrating the first day ... read..

PM Modi embarks on three-nation tour to Jordan, Ethiopia, Oman

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 10:18:53 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday departed from Delhi on a three-nation tour, beginning with a visit to Jordan at the invitation of King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein. ... read..

Earthquake of 4.0 magnitude rattles Afghabistan, weeks after deadly quake

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 9:48:58 AM IST

An earthquake of magnitude 4.0 struck Afghanistan early on Monday, according to the National Centre for Seismology. The tremor was recorded at 6:10 am at a depth of 22 km, with its epicentre located at latitude 36.71 degrees north and longitude 71.58 degr ... read..

Earthquake of 4.0 magnitude rattles Afghanistan, weeks after deadly quake

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 9:48:51 AM IST

"Unjustifiable and may constitute war crimes": UN Secretary-General condemns attack on Bangladeshi peacekeepers in Sudan

New York | December 15, 2025 7:18:52 AM IST

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has issued strong condemnation over the drone attacks targeting a United Nations Interim Force logistics base in Sudan's Kadugli, leaving six Bangladeshi peacekeepers dead and eight injured. ... read..

UAE condemns shooting at Brown University in United States

Middle East | December 15, 2025 7:18:49 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 15 (ANI/WAM): The United Arab Emirates has condemned the shooting incident that occurred at Brown University in the state of Rhode Island, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries. ... read..

UAE condemns in strongest terms terrorist attack at gathering in Sydney, Australia

Middle East | December 15, 2025 7:18:47 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 15 (ANI/WAM): The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the terrorist attack that occurred at a Jewish gathering in the city of Sydney, Australia, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries. ... read..

Far-right candidate Jose Antonio Kast wins Chilean presidential election

Santiago | December 15, 2025 5:48:47 AM IST

Far-right candidate Jose Antonio Kast has emerged victorious in Chile's presidential runoff, becoming the country's 38th president and ending the tenure of the centre-left government, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..

With India to chair BRICS summit in 2026, PM Modi's Ethiopia visit historic moment: Indian Envoy Rai

Addis Ababa | December 15, 2025 5:48:43 AM IST

With India set to chair the BRICS summit in 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to Ethiopia marks a "very historic moment" that will strengthen bilateral ties and deepen cooperation on international issues, including UN reforms and BRICS a ... read..

Investments from India, agriculture, mining sector, DPI, cybersecurity on agenda, says Indian Envoy Rai ahead of PM Modi's Ethiopia visit

Addis Ababa | December 15, 2025 5:18:50 AM IST

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's state visit to Ethiopia from December 16 to December 17, India's Ambassador to Ethiopia, Anil Kumar Rai, said key sectors including investments from India, agriculture, mining, digital public infrastructure (DPI), a ... read..

Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren meets Australian High Commissioner Green; holds talk on mutual cooperation, shared interest

Ranchi (Jharkhand) | December 15, 2025 4:48:40 AM IST

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren and his wife, Kalpana Soren, met with Australia's High Commissioner to India, Philip Green, along with other officials, at the Chief Minister's residence in Ranchi. ... read..

IDF kills senior Hezbollah terrorist, two others in southern Lebanon strikes

Tel Aviv | December 15, 2025 3:48:55 AM IST

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has confirmed the killing of a senior Hezbollah terrorist, Zakaria Yahya al-Hajj, in an airstrike carried out in the Jwaya area of southern Lebanon, hours after it confirmed the killing of two Hezbollah terrorists in the re ... read..

Death toll rises to 16, with 40 hospitalised after shooting targeting Jewish community in Australia's Bondi Beach

Sydney | December 15, 2025 3:18:44 AM IST

The death toll from the shooting targeting the Jewish community celebrating the first day of Hanukkah at Australia's Bondi Beach has risen to 16, while at least 40 people remain hospitalised, New South Wales (NSW) Police confirmed on Monday. ... read..

Ukraine open to dropping NATO bid for western security guarantees: Zelenskyy

Kyiv | December 15, 2025 2:49:02 AM IST

Ukraine has signalled that it may be willing to give up its long-standing goal of joining NATO if it receives firm security guarantees from Western allies, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said ahead of key meetings with US envoys and European partners in Be ... read..

"Celebrate proudly," says Trump after deadly Hanukkah attack at Australia's Bondi Beach

Washington, DC | December 15, 2025 1:18:42 AM IST

US President Donald Trump has stated that people celebrating Hanukkah should not be worried about their safety and should "celebrate proudly," following a shooting that targeted the Jewish community at Australia's Bondi Beach and killed at least 11 people ... read..

Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong condemns "abhorrent" Bondi Beach terror attack against Jews

Canberra | December 14, 2025 11:49:23 PM IST

Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong condemned the terror attack at Sydney's Bondi Beach that occurred at the start of Chanukah, calling it abhorrent and rejecting terrorism, antisemitism, violence and hate in all forms. ... read..

Israel joins 'Pax Silica' international AI initiative

Middle East | December 14, 2025 11:49:15 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 14 (ANI/TPS): Israel has joined the Pax Silica initiative, a strategic move led by the United States that was unveiled during an international conference attended by nine leading countries in the fields of artificial intelligen ... read..

South Korea, China, Japan agree to boost health cooperation using AI

Seoul | December 14, 2025 10:49:21 PM IST

Health leaders from South Korea, China and Japan have agreed to deepen trilateral cooperation on universal health coverage and mental health, with a strong focus on using artificial intelligence and digital technologies, despite recent diplomatic tensions ... read..

"We are providing the requested assistance": FBI director Kash Patel after Sydney Hanukkah festival attack

Washington, DC | December 14, 2025 10:49:13 PM IST

FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed coordination between the United States and Australia following the attack on a Hanukkah festival in Sydney, underlining ongoing cooperation between the two countries in the aftermath of the incident. ... read..

Uttarakhand's Kavita Chand scales Antarctica's highest peak, brings pride to India

New Delhi | December 14, 2025 10:18:50 PM IST

Kavita Chand, a native of Almora in Uttarakhand, has etched her name in India's mountaineering record by successfully summiting Mount Vinson, the highest peak in Antarctica, on December 12 at 8:30 pm local time. Rising to an altitude of 4,892 metres, the ... read..

CFU commemorates 40th anniversary of historic Uyghur student protests in Urumchi

Washington, DC | December 14, 2025 9:48:56 PM IST

Campaign for Uyghurs (CFU) commemorated the 40th anniversary of the 1985 Urumchi Student Movement, one of the most significant student protests in recent Uyghur history and a crucial moment in the Uyghur struggle against oppression by the Chinese Communis ... read..

At least 11 killed as Bondi Beach shooting targets Jewish community in Sydney

Sydney | December 14, 2025 9:19:25 PM IST

A mass shooting at Australia's Bondi Beach on Sunday left at least 11 people dead and dozens injured in what police said was a targeted attack on the country's Jewish community, CNN reported. ... read..

"No place for hate, violence and terrorism," says Australian PM Anthony Albanese after Bondi Beach shooting incident

Canberra | December 14, 2025 8:49:14 PM IST

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese addressed the nation following the mass shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach, describing the incident as a "devastating terror attack" and expressing solidarity with Australia's Jewish community. ... read..

Hamas says Israeli strike killed senior commander Raed Saad amid ceasefire

Tel Aviv | December 14, 2025 8:19:08 PM IST

Hamas has confirmed that senior commander Raed Saad was killed in an Israeli strike in Gaza, marking the most high-profile assassination of a Hamas leader since the ceasefire that came into effect in October, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..

"Antisemitism has no place": Rubio condemns Bondi Beach terror attack in Australia

Washington, DC | December 14, 2025 7:48:44 PM IST

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio condemned the terrorist attack in Australia that targeted a Jewish celebration, expressing solidarity with the victims, the Jewish community and the Australian people. ... read..

India "rejects" Bangladesh claims, reaffirms support for free, fair elections

Dhaka | December 14, 2025 7:19:08 PM IST

India on Sunday "categorically rejected" the assertions made by the interim Government of Bangladesh, responding to Dhaka's recent press note and clarifying its position amid heightened diplomatic exchanges between the two neighbours. ... read..

Tibetan Youth Congress condemns China-appointed Panchen Lama's remarks on reincarnation

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | December 14, 2025 7:19:01 PM IST

The Tibetan Youth Congress (TYC), the largest independence advocacy group within the Tibetan diaspora, publicly denounced the recent statements made by the China-appointed Panchen Lama, Gyaltsen (Gyaincain) Norbu, on Friday, describing them as a political ... read..

PM Modi condemns "ghastly" terror attack at Bondi Beach in Australia

New Delhi | December 14, 2025 7:18:58 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday strongly condemned the terrorist attack at Bondi Beach in Australia that targeted people celebrating the first day of the Jewish festival of Hanukkah, expressing condolences to the victims' families and solidarity wi ... read..

EAM Jaishankar condemns terror attack on Hanukkah celebrations at Bondi Beach

New Delhi | December 14, 2025 6:49:19 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday strongly condemned the terror attack targeting Hanukkah celebrations at Bondi Beach in Australia, expressing solidarity with the victims and their families. ... read..

Macron denounces "antisemitic" terror attack on Hanukkah gathering in Sydney

Paris | December 14, 2025 6:49:06 PM IST

French President Emmanuel Macron condemned the attack in Sydney that targeted people gathered to celebrate Hanukkah, describing it as an "antisemitic" terrorist act and expressing solidarity with those affected. ... read..

President Murmu extends Hanukkah greetings to Israeli President Isaac Herzog, global Jewish community

New Delhi | December 14, 2025 6:19:15 PM IST

President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday extended greetings to Israeli President Isaac Herzog and to people celebrating the Hanukkah festival worldwide. ... read..

Closed session of Oli's UML starts in Kathmandu to select party's new leadership

Kathmandu | December 14, 2025 5:49:03 PM IST

A closed session of the 11th General Convention of the CPN-UML (Communist Party of Nepal- Unified Marxist Leninist) has started in Kathmandu to select the party's new leadership. ... read..

UK PM Keir Starmer expresses condolences after deadly Bondi Beach shooting

London | December 14, 2025 5:19:07 PM IST

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed condolences following the deadly shooting at Australia's Bondi Beach, calling the incident deeply distressing and extending solidarity to those affected. ... read..

Taiwan condemns China policy paper, rejects claim of sovereignty over island

Taipei | December 14, 2025 5:19:03 PM IST

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) accused China of misrepresenting the facts after Beijing, in a policy document, stated that "Taiwan is an inseparable part of China's territory" and expressed opposition to "Taiwan independence in any form", as repor ... read..

Mass shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach leaves ten dead, including gunman

Sydney | December 14, 2025 4:49:04 PM IST

At least nine people were killed in a shooting attack at Sydney's Bondi Beach, New South Wales Police told CNN. One gunman was also killed in the incident. ... read..

Several people feared dead after gunfire erupts at Bondi Beach during Hanukkah gathering

Sydney | December 14, 2025 4:19:14 PM IST

Several people are feared dead following a shooting incident at Bondi Beach, where dozens of rounds were fired into a large crowd on Sunday evening, triggering panic and a police warning for the public to take shelter, according to The Sydney Morning Hera ... read..

Israel's high court overturns government's attempt to remove Attorney General

Middle East | December 14, 2025 11:19:13 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 14 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Supreme Court on Sunday overturned the government's decision to dismiss Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara, ruling that she will continue to serve in her position. The decision also criticized the govern ... read..

'Vile': Israeli leaders condemn deadly Sydney Chanukah attack

Tel Aviv | December 14, 2025 3:49:01 PM IST

Israeli leaders strongly condemned a terrorist attack on a Chanukah celebration in Sydney, Australia, on Sunday, which left multiple people dead and wounded at the Bondi Beach event. ... read..

Lack of basic services, weak law enforcement worsen crisis in Tirah valley

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | December 14, 2025 3:19:19 PM IST

The worsening conditions in Tirah Valley have exposed significant failures in Pakistani governance, with security officials citing the lack of basic services, ineffective administration, and insufficient law enforcement as major issues in this remote area ... read..

"Russia is dragging out the war," says Zelenskyy as Russian strikes leave hundreds of thousands without power

Kyiv | December 14, 2025 3:18:56 PM IST

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Sunday said Russia continues to target Ukraine's energy infrastructure, leaving hundreds of thousands of families without electricity, heating and water, even as Kyiv prepares for crucial diplomatic engagements w ... read..

US lawmaker Raja Krishnamoorthi condemns anti-semitic and anti-Indian graffiti at NYU library

Illinois | December 14, 2025 2:49:02 PM IST

US Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi on Saturday strongly condemned reports of antisemitic, anti-Indian and racist graffiti found inside a library at New York University. ... read..

Curfew imposed in Thailand's Trat Province as border clashes with Cambodia continue

Bangkok | December 14, 2025 2:18:55 PM IST

Thailand's military on Sunday imposed a curfew in parts of Trat Province, citing the ongoing security situation along the border areas, Xinhua reported. ... read..

Indian Coast Guard rescues Ukrainian national after heart attack off Goa

New Delhi | December 14, 2025 1:18:58 PM IST

The Indian Coast Guard on Saturday carried out a swift medical evacuation of a 62-year-old Ukrainian national who suffered a heart attack while onboard a merchant vessel off the coast of Goa, the Indian Coast Guard said. ... read..

BASC webinar highlights widespread human rights abuses against Baloch in Iran and Pakistan

London | December 14, 2025 1:18:47 PM IST

The Baloch Advocacy and Studies Centre (BASC) held a webinar on Saturday, 13 December 2025, to discuss the severe and ongoing human rights abuses experienced by the Baloch community in both Iran and Pakistan, as stated in BASC's press release. ... read..

Baloch American Congress President urges Bollywood to expose 'forced occupation' of Balochistan

Washington, DC | December 14, 2025 4:19:13 PM IST

Tara Chand, President of the Baloch American Congress, has strongly appealed to Bollywood actors and the Indian film industry to produce a powerful film highlighting what he described as Pakistan's forced and undemocratic occupation of Balochistan. ... read..

Indian Army steps up efforts to restore connectivity in Sri Lanka, begins preparatory works at Chilaw and Kilinochchi bridge sites for Bailey bridges

Colombo | December 14, 2025 11:18:38 AM IST

The Indian Army has intensified efforts to restore connectivity in Sri Lanka, with its Engineer Task Force working in coordination with the Sri Lankan Army and the Sri Lankan Road Development Authority, an official statement noted. ... read..

Flu surge alarms Punjab as over 50,000 cases reported in 12 days

Lahore | December 14, 2025 11:18:37 AM IST

Pakistan is witnessing a sharp rise in influenza infections, with Punjab reporting a sharp spike in cases over the past two weeks. ... read..

Thailand denies truce with Cambodia, hours after Trump claims deal

Bangkok | December 14, 2025 9:48:47 AM IST

Thailand has denied reaching any ceasefire agreement with Cambodia and said its military operations will continue along the disputed border, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said on Saturday, contradicting claims made earlier by US President Donald Trum ... read..

IDF says key October 7 planner Hamas' weapons chief killed in strike

Tel Aviv | December 14, 2025 9:18:46 AM IST

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) and the Israel Security Agency (ISA) on Saturday said that they killed a senior Hamas commander who played a key role in planning the October 7 attack on Israel. ... read..

19 US state attorneys general sue Trump admin over USD 100,000 H-1B visa fee

Oregon | December 14, 2025 7:48:34 AM IST

A coalition of 19 US state attorneys general, led by Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield, has filed a lawsuit against the Trump Administration challenging its policy imposing a USD 100,000 fee on new H-1B visa petitions, calling the move unlawful and har ... read..

US: Two dead, eight injured in Brown University shooting; suspect still at large

Rhode Island | December 14, 2025 6:18:41 AM IST

At least two people were killed and eight others injured following an active shooting at Brown University's Barus & Holley Engineering Building on Saturday (local time), the university said in an official alert, with the suspect still at large. ... read..

PM Modi's Jordan visit not just to reflect friendly, deep-rooted ties but to take it to a new level: Amb Manish Chauhan

Amman | December 14, 2025 5:48:38 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming two-day visit to Jordan is not only aimed at celebrating and reflecting the longstanding friendly relationship between the two nations but also at elevating the ties to a new level, India's Ambassador to Jordan, Man ... read..

PM Modi's Jordan visit "truly historic" with unprecedented scale, significant bilateral, global impact: Indian Ambassador

Amman | December 14, 2025 5:48:36 AM IST

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's first bilateral visit to Jordan beginning December 15, India's Ambassador to Jordan, Manish Chauhan, described the trip as "truly historic" due to its unprecedented scale and scope, emphasising that its impact could ... read..

US: Suspect at large after multiple shootings reported at Brown University in Rhode Island

Rhode Island | December 14, 2025 5:18:49 AM IST

Multiple shootings were reported at Brown University in the US state of Rhode Island on Saturday (local time), with law enforcement actively searching for the suspect, authorities said. ... read..

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