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World Uyghur Congress condemns Thailand's deportation of Uyghur refugees, calls for international action

Munich | February 27, 2025 7:42:50 PM IST

The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) vehemently denounced the forced repatriation of 40 Uyghur refugees from Thailand back to China on Thursday. ... read..

UK launches awareness campaign in Punjab 'Visa Fraud Ton Bacho'

New Delhi | February 27, 2025 7:12:59 PM IST

The United Kingdom has launched a campaign to raise awareness against visa fraud in Punjab, titled 'Visa Fraud Ton Bacho', encouraging people travelling to the UK to check facts and stay safe, and visa guidance freely available on the UK's government web ... read..

Jaishankar meets European Commission President, lauds her views on re-energizing India's engagement with Europe

New Delhi | February 27, 2025 7:12:49 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday called on the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, and lauded her views on reenergizing India's engagement with Europe. ... read..

European Commission President pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat

New Delhi | February 27, 2025 6:43:01 PM IST

President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, who is on a two-day bilateral visit to India, paid a tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat, New Delhi, on Thursday. ... read..

PoGB Council urges urgent action from Pak PM Shehbaz over Diamer-Bhasha Dam protest

Diamer | February 27, 2025 5:43:38 PM IST

The Chairman of the Standing Committee of the Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan (PoGB) Council, Muhammad Ayub Shah, has written to Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, urging urgent action to address the ongoing protest by residents impacted by the ... read..

German foreign policy will continue to prioritise engagement with India, says envoy Philipp Ackermann

By Ayushi Agarwal New Delhi | February 27, 2025 5:43:09 PM IST

With the recently held elections in Germany and the country's Christian Democrat party leader Friedrich Merz on the cusp of becoming the next Chancellor of Europe's largest economy, German envoy to India Philipp Ackermann emphasised that Germany's foreign ... read..

Israeli Embassy in New Delhi turns orange in tribute to family killed by Hamas

New Delhi | February 27, 2025 5:13:27 PM IST

The Israeli Embassy in New Delhi has turned orange as a tribute to the Bibas family, who were tragically murdered by Hamas terrorists in Gaza. ... read..

Pak HRCP highlights ongoing attacks, discrimination against religious minorities

Islamabad | February 27, 2025 5:13:10 PM IST

A report by the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) report titled "Under Siege: Freedom of Religion or Belief in 2023/24" highlighted the ongoing attacks on religious minorities in Pakistan, including mob violence against their homes and places of ... read..

European Commission President arrives in Delhi, says India is trusted friend and strategic ally

New Delhi | February 27, 2025 4:43:27 PM IST

President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, arrived in the national capital on Thursday on a two-day official visit and said India is a trusted friend and a strategic ally for Europe. ... read..

Protests against enforced disappearances intensify in Balochistan, major highways blocked

Karachi | February 27, 2025 4:43:12 PM IST

The demonstrations against enforced disappearances in Balochistan continued for a second day today, with protesters obstructing significant highways such as the Quetta-Karachi and Taftan-Quetta routes, as reported by The Balochistan Post (TBP). ... read..

At EU-India talks, focus on AI, trade and security ties: Sources

By Vishu Adhana New Delhi | February 27, 2025 3:43:13 PM IST

As European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen begins her India visit on Thursday, New Delhi is hoping to expand cooperation with the European Union (EU) in artificial intelligence (AI) and Indo-Pacific security. ... read..

Thailand deports detained Uyghurs to China despite human rights concerns

Bangkok | February 27, 2025 3:12:50 PM IST

Thailand sent back 40 Chinese individuals categorized as "illegal immigrants" on Thursday, following claims by human rights activists and a Thai news organization that the country was deporting Uyghurs who had been held in Thailand for over 10 years, acco ... read..

MEA takes up matter of Indian student Neelam Shinde, US looking into formalities for early grant of visa for her family: Sources

New Delhi | February 27, 2025 2:43:10 PM IST

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has taken up the matter of Indian student Neelam Shinde, who met with an accident in the US and is hospitalized. The US side is looking into the formalities for early grant of visa for the family of the applicant, ac ... read..

Israel receives remains of four hostages, initial identification underway

Middle East | February 27, 2025 2:43:00 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], February 27 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Prime Minister's Office announced that a coordination between the IDF and Red Cross vehicles took place earlier on Thursday night, with the convoy heading to the Kerem Shalom crossing. ... read..

US lawmakers urge Thailand to halt deportation of Uyghur refugees to China, cite human rights concerns

Washington DC | February 27, 2025 2:13:05 PM IST

Bipartisan members of the House China Committee have raised concerns about the situation of 48 Uyghurs who have been held in Thailand for more than ten years, warning Thai officials against deporting them to China due to the potential abuses they could fa ... read..

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf plans to release white paper on Punjab provincial govt's first year

Islamabad | February 27, 2025 1:43:28 PM IST

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced plans to release a white paper analysing the performance of the Punjab government under Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) during its first year in office, The Express Tribune reported. ... read..

"Our community is our strength": Sikyong Penpa Tsering calls for unity among Tibetans

Hunsur (Karnataka) | February 27, 2025 1:43:23 PM IST

Tibetan President in-exile Sikyong Penpa Tsering visited Hunsur Rabgyaling Settlement in Karnataka's Hunsur and addressed various issues raised by the residents, including demands for enhancements in road conditions and housing amenities and called for un ... read..

South Korea spy agency says North Korea has deployed more troops to Russia

Seoul | February 27, 2025 1:43:16 PM IST

North Korea appears to have deployed additional troops to support Russia's war against Ukraine, South Korea's spy agency said on Thursday, local media reported. ... read..

China's unannounced live-fire drill near Taiwan threatens regional security and maritime safety

Taipei | February 27, 2025 1:43:03 PM IST

China has set up a live-fire training area just 40 nautical miles (75 kilometres) from Taiwan's port city of Kaohsiung without prior notice, raising concerns over regional security and the safety of air and sea traffic, Radio Free Asia (RFA) reported, cit ... read..

US Chief Justice briefly pauses judge's order on Trump administration to release foreign aid

Washington, DC | February 27, 2025 12:13:06 PM IST

Chief Justice of the United States, John Roberts, on Wednesday (local time) briefly paused a midnight deadline for the Donald Trump administration to unfreeze nearly USD 2 billion in foreign aid payments, imposed by lower judge who found the administratio ... read..

Mary Millben calls US President Donald Trump "kind", shares incident from CPAC

Washington, DC | February 27, 2025 12:13:18 PM IST

African-American singer and actress Mary Millben described US President Donald Trump as "kind," recalling an incident at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) last week when he delayed his speech to allow her to perform, despite an initial d ... read..

IMF rejects Pakistan's proposed sales tax exemption on electric vehicles

Islamabad | February 27, 2025 10:12:56 AM IST

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has rejected Pakistan's proposed sales tax exemption on electric vehicles (EVs), stressing that the tax rates should remain in line with standard policies, The Express Tribune reported. ... read..

Bangladesh student group that led uprising to launch new political party

Dhaka | February 27, 2025 9:42:52 AM IST

The student group in Bangladesh that led the uprising to oust former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in August last year, will launch a new political party on Friday to "fulfill the aspiration of new Bangladesh," organizers of the group have said. ... read..

Ukraine "can forget" about joining NATO: US President Donald Trump

Washington, DC | February 27, 2025 9:13:00 AM IST

US President Donald Trump stated that Russia will have to make "concessions" in negotiations with Ukraine but asserted that Ukraine "can forget" about joining NATO. ... read..

Pakistan's Grand Opposition alliance accuses Government of trying to block conference

Islamabad | February 27, 2025 8:12:46 AM IST

The Opposition Grand Alliance has accused the government of trying to block their planned conference and has announced that the event will take place as scheduled on Thursday, despite several obstacles, The Express Tribune reported. ... read..

"Trump Gaza is finally here!": US President's AI-generated video promotes Gaza as a luxury resort, sparks row

Washington DC | February 27, 2025 7:42:47 AM IST

US President Donald Trump has sparked controversy by posting an AI-generated video on his Truth Social account, portraying Gaza as a luxury resort, CNN reported. ... read..

"I'm very disappointed," Trump on Israel hostage release situation

Washington DC | February 27, 2025 7:42:45 AM IST

US President Donald Trump during his first Cabinet meeting on Wednesday (local time) said that he was disappointed with the way Hamas sent the bodies of slain Israeli hostages. ... read..

Taiwan reports uptick in Chinese incursions in region

Taipei | February 27, 2025 7:42:44 AM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) reported detecting 45 Chinese aircraft, 14 naval vessels and one official ships near the island on Thursday. ... read..

"Tech support": Elon Musk says he is fixing US "govt computer systems"

Washington DC | February 27, 2025 7:12:46 AM IST

Elon Musk, an adviser to President Donald Trump and the head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), while speaking at Trump's first Cabinet meeting said he was a "tech support," and donned a T-Shirt that said 'tech support' and a cap that said ... read..

EAM Jaishankar meets UN USG, reviews Indian contribution to UN peacekeeping

New Delhi | February 27, 2025 7:12:44 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Jean-Pierre Lacroix, Under Secretary General for Peace Operations and spoke of India's commitment to UN's peacekeeping. ... read..

Over 20k illegal migrants held since Trump's first month in office: US govt

Washington DC | February 27, 2025 6:42:46 AM IST

More than 20,000 undocumented immigrants were arrested during Donald Trump's first month as President, CNN reported, quoting the Department of Homeland Security. ... read..

Pak company announces gas load shedding for Ramadan

Karachi | February 27, 2025 6:12:48 AM IST

Pakistan's Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) announced the gas load-shedding schedule during Ramadan, ARY News reported. ... read..

"It will sell like crazy," Trump on Gold Card plan

Washington DC | February 27, 2025 5:42:47 AM IST

US President Donald Trump during his first Cabinet meeting on Wednesday said that he hoped the newly-announced Gold Cards would "sell like crazy." ... read..

Trump blocks 'concessions' on oil company's operations in Venezuela

Washington DC | February 27, 2025 5:42:45 AM IST

US President Donald Trump said the US will be reversing "concessions" on "the oil transaction agreement" with Venezuela under the Biden administration, citing unmet electoral conditions by Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, CNN reported on Wednesday (lo ... read..

Trump says drop in illegal border crossing no bar from imposing Mexico, Canada tariffs

Washington DC | February 27, 2025 5:12:42 AM IST

US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday at his first Cabinet meeting that the drop in illegal border crossings into the United States since he took office is "not stopping" him from levying 25 per cent tariffs on all Mexican and Canadian goods the US ... read..

"I never comment on that," Trump when asked if he would bar China from taking over Taiwan

Washington DC | February 27, 2025 4:12:47 AM IST

US President Donald Trump, during his first Cabinet meeting, declined to say on Wednesday if his administration would move to prevent China from taking Taiwan by force, CNN reported. ... read..

Zelenskyy to meet Trump, sign "a very big agreement"

Washington DC | February 27, 2025 3:42:48 AM IST

US President Donald Trump will host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday to sign what he called "a very big agreement" to share revenue from Ukraine's rare earth mineral deposits, even though the two leaders remain far apart on whether the US ... read..

Pak's democracy "not strongest at the moment," says Bilawal Bhutto

Islamabad | February 27, 2025 3:42:45 AM IST

Pakistan People's Party (PPP) Chairperson Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that the recently passed 26th Constitutional Amendment was drafted after reaching a "compromise" with other political forces, Geo News reported. ... read..

Pak "a failed state which thrives on instability, survives on handouts", says India at UN

Geneva | February 27, 2025 2:12:48 AM IST

At the seventh meeting of the 58th Session of UN Human Rights Council, India said that Pakistan was a failed state surviving on international handouts. ... read..

Pope's kidney issues subside with "mild insufficiency"

Europe | February 27, 2025 1:42:53 AM IST

Pope Francis continued to show signs of improvement, with his kidney issues subsiding, Vatican News reported. ... read..

Fintech sector contributes 8.7 per cent to UAE GDP: Minister of Economy

Middle East | February 26, 2025 11:43:13 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], February 26 (ANI/WAM): Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, said that the financial technology (Fintech) sector continues to power growth, contributing 8.7 per cent to the UAE's Gross Domestic Product (GDP). ... read..

UAE Innovates showcases country's top 10 impactful innovations

Middle East | February 26, 2025 11:43:10 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], February 26 (ANI/WAM): The Mohammed Bin Rashid Centre for Government Innovation (MBRCGI) hosted UAE Innovates exhibition at the Emirates Towers Boulevard in Dubai, as part of UAE Innovates 2025, which ran throughout February. ... read..

Sharjah Consultative Council approves recommendations on health policies

Middle East | February 26, 2025 11:43:01 PM IST

Sharjah [UAE] February 26 (ANI/WAM): The Sharjah Consultative Council (SCC) approved its recommendations regarding the Sharjah Health Authority's policies, emphasising the need for continued development across the healthcare sector, comprehensive health c ... read..

Knesset sessions halted as Israel mourns Bibas family

Middle East | February 26, 2025 11:42:50 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], February 26 (ANI/TPS): Lawmakers in Israel's Knesset observed moments of silence across multiple committees on Wednesday ahead of the funeral of Shiri Bibas and her sons, Kfir, and Ariel. ... read..

European Commission Chief's India visit to focus on trade, Ukraine, and security

New Delhi | February 26, 2025 11:13:04 PM IST

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, accompanied by the European Union College of Commissioners, will visit India tomorrow for two days, a release said. ... read..

EU unveils Euro 100 billion plan to boost clean tech sector

Europe | February 26, 2025 10:43:03 PM IST

Brussels [Germany], February 26 (ANI/WAM): The European Commission, the executive arm of the European Union, has proposed allocating Euro 100 billion (USD 105 billion) to support clean manufacturing within the EU, streamline public procurement processes, ... read..

Torkham border closure enters fifth day, trade losses hit $12 million amid Pakistan-Afghanistan standoff

Landi Kotal | February 26, 2025 10:43:01 PM IST

The Torkham border crossing has been closed for the fifth straight day as of Wednesday, halting all commerce and travel between Pakistan and Afghanistan, as confirmed by officials, Geo News reported. ... read..

"I'm just looking at it--it's beautiful": US President Trump gets teary-eyed over Gulf of America map

Washington DC | February 26, 2025 10:12:58 PM IST

US President Donald Trump got emotional while looking at a map of the newly renamed "Gulf of America" during an Oval Office media event on Tuesday (local time). ... read..

"Change coming": Jeff Bezos says Washington Post opinion pages will focus on "personal liberties and free markets"

Washington DC | February 26, 2025 9:42:50 PM IST

The Washington Post is undergoing a significant transformation in its opinion pages. In a note shared with the team, Jeff Bezos, owner of The Washington Post announced that the newspaper will focus on supporting and defending two core pillars: personal li ... read..

US Congressman Joe Wilson drafts bill that urges sanctions on Pakistan Army Chief

Washington DC | February 26, 2025 9:42:48 PM IST

United States (US) Congressman Joe Wilson on Wednesday announced that he has nearly finished drafting the Pakistan Democracy Act bill, which mandates a 30-day determination of sanctions on Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff Asim Munir. ... read..

Russian, US diplomats are set to meet in Istanbul on Feb 27: Sergey Lavrov

Doha | February 26, 2025 8:42:49 PM IST

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Wednesday announced that Russian and US diplomats are set to meet in Istanbul on February 27 to discuss the work of the two countries' embassies, reported TASS. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar Meets 21-Member Polish Delegation Visiting India Under Jamsaheb Memorial Youth Exchange Program

New Delhi | February 26, 2025 7:43:02 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met a 21-member Polish delegation visiting India for the first Jamsaheb Memorial Youth Exchange Program on Wednesday. ... read..

Hamas reaches deal with Israel to release more than 600 Palestinians

Tel Aviv | February 26, 2025 7:42:55 PM IST

Hamas has announced that it has reached an agreement to resolve Israel's delay in releasing 620 Palestinian prisoners, who were initially scheduled to be freed last week, according to a report by Aljazeera. ... read..

Karachi protests over water, power outages; trigger major traffic jams, disruptions

Karachi | February 26, 2025 7:42:50 PM IST

Public demonstrations against electricity outages and water scarcity are leading to major traffic jams, causing considerable disruption for commuters in the city, as reported by ARY News. ... read..

Elon Musk's aggressive efforts to cut down federal bureaucracy starting to generate backlash, could potentially harm President Trump and GOP

Washington DC | February 26, 2025 7:12:56 PM IST

Elon Musk's aggressive efforts to cut down the federal bureaucracy are starting to generate backlash, which could potentially harm President Donald Trump and the GOP, reported CNN. ... read..

Pakistan intensifies crackdown on Afghan refugees, aims to repatriate 8 lakh cardholders

Islamabad | February 26, 2025 5:42:52 PM IST

Pakistan has stepped up its efforts to repatriate legal Afghan refugees, with a focus on those holding Afghan Citizen Cards, reported ARY News. ... read..

Pakistan's journalists' union plans legal action and protests to defend media freedom

Asia | February 26, 2025 3:13:27 PM IST

Pakistan's leading journalists' union is set to initiate legal action and a protest campaign after Ramazan to safeguard media freedom, Dawn reported on Wednesday. ... read..

Pope Francis' condition remains critical but stable as he continues receiving treatment for double pneumonia

Europe | February 26, 2025 3:13:12 PM IST

Pope Francis' condition remains critical but stable while receiving treatment for double pneumonia, the Vatican news said on Wednesday. ... read..

MoS External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita to visit Uruguay, Bahamas, Barbados and Nicaragua

New Delhi | February 26, 2025 3:13:04 PM IST

Minister of State for External Affairs and Textiles, Pabitra Margherita will pay an official visit to Uruguay from February 28 to March 2 , Bahamas from March 2 to March 4, Barbados from March 4 to March 6 and Nicaragua from March 6 to March 8. ... read..

Trump shares AI-video of Gaza transformation, showcasing his golden statue with "will set you free" song

Washington DC | February 26, 2025 2:43:21 PM IST

Amid row over his remarks of "taking over" the Gaza Strip, US President Donald Trump, on Tuesday (local time), shared a video created through Artificial Intelligence, showing the transformation of the strip from rubbles to a tourist excavanza. ... read..

"No power supply problems," Taiwan says first indigenous submarine to begin sea tests soon

Taipei | February 26, 2025 2:43:11 PM IST

Taiwan will begin sea acceptance testing (SAT) of its first locally built submarine prototype named Hai Kun or Narwhal in April this year as per schedule Taiwan News has reported. ... read..

LoP Rahul Gandhi met with a delegation from the Board of Directors of the Chicago Council on Global Affairs

New Delhi | February 26, 2025 2:43:10 PM IST

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday met with a delegation from the Board of Directors of the Chicago Council on Global Affairs, led by Ambassador Ivo H. Daalder, CEO of the Council and former U.S. Ambassador to NATO. ... read..

PoJK still struggles with neglect and unfinished schools 20 years after 2005 earthquake

Muzaffarabad | February 26, 2025 2:43:08 PM IST

Two decades after the devastating 2005 earthquake, Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) remains a region marked by broken promises, neglect, and systemic failure. Despite the years that have passed, the region serves as a grim reminder of government ... read..

Delegates from South Korea, Taiwan and Philippines enjoy an elephant safari on sidelines of Advantage Assam

Morigaon (Assam) | February 26, 2025 2:42:46 PM IST

Delegates from South Korea, Taiwan, and the Philippines who participated in the Advantage Assam 2.0 summit visited Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary in Morigaon district, Assam, on Wednesday and enjoyed an elephant and jeep safari. ... read..

Nepal observes Maha Shivaratri with devotion, prayer and rituals

Kathmandu | February 26, 2025 2:12:57 PM IST

Serpentine lines stretching far and wide leading to the Pashupatinath temple, Hindu devotees have been observing Maha Shivaratri with devotion, prayer and rituals. ... read..

Uyghur Activist Dolkun Isa raises alarm over China's influence on UNHRC

Munich | February 26, 2025 2:12:44 PM IST

As the 58th session of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) commenced on February 24, Dolkun Isa, former President of the World Uyghur Congress, expressed serious concerns over China's growing influence within the Council. He warned that authoritarian gove ... read..

Zelenskyy to travel US for USD 350 billion deal on Ukraine's rare earth minerals: Report

Washington DC | February 26, 2025 1:43:02 PM IST

Ukranian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is likely to travel to the US for a prospective deal that could see Ukraine agreeing to an exchange of its Rare Earth Minerals for USD 350 billion, military equipment and 'the right to fight on', reported CNN. ... read..

Two Baloch brothers forcibly disappeared by Pakistani forces in Kech

Kech | February 26, 2025 1:42:52 PM IST

Two brothers have allegedly been apprehended by Pakistani forces in Balochistan's Kech district and taken to an undisclosed location, as reported by The Balochistan Post (TBP). ... read..

India's approach to Africa is about building, not extracting: Jaishankar at Japan-India-Africa forum

New Delhi | February 26, 2025 1:42:50 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said India's engagement with Africa focuses on building long-term, sustainable partnerships through capacity-building, skill development, and technology transfer, rather than extractive models, as he addressed the Ja ... read..

Zelensky to travel to the US for a prospective deal: Ukraine's Rare Earth Minerals in exchange for $350 billion

Washington DC | February 26, 2025 1:12:48 PM IST

Ukranian President Vlodmir Zelensky is likely to travel the US for a prospective deal that could see: Ukraine agreeing to a an exchange of its Rare Earth Minerals for $350 billion, military equipment and 'the right to fight on', reported CNN. ... read..

World Uyghur Congress urges Thailand to halt deportation of 48 Uyghur Refugees to China

Munich | February 26, 2025 1:12:44 PM IST

The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) urgently reiterated its demands for the Thai government to immediately stop the planned deportation of 48 Uyghur refugees to China, which is scheduled for February 27, 2025. ... read..

Southwest plane nearly collides with a private jet at Chicago Midway Airport

Chicago | February 26, 2025 12:42:55 PM IST

A Southwest plane and a private jet nearly collided at Chicago Midway Airport Tuesday morning, according to reports by the New York Post. ... read..

Over 20 Uyghur educators remain imprisoned in China since 2017 crackdown

Beijing | February 26, 2025 12:13:02 PM IST

Over 20 Uyghur educators at a college in Xinjiang were detained by Chinese officials in 2017 and are still serving their sentences, Radio Free Asia reported citing college officials. ... read..

Army Chief visits French Army's 3rd Division, discusses joint training plans including Exercise SHAKTI

Marseille | February 26, 2025 12:12:52 PM IST

Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi visited the French Army's 3rd Division at Fort Ganteaume, where he was briefed on its role and the future roadmap for joint training between India and France, including Exercise SHAKTI, set to take place in France ... read..

Prime Minister Narendra Modi likely to visit Russia to attend 80th anniversary of Victory in Great Patriotic War

New Delhi | February 26, 2025 11:12:56 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to visit Russia for the May 9 parade at Moscow's Red Square to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War, Russian news agency TASS reported on Wednesday, citing a source in military circles. ... read..

Israel strikes 'military targets', weapon storage sites in Syria

Tel Aviv | February 26, 2025 10:42:56 AM IST

The Israeli Defence Forces struck military targets inside Southern Syria along with weapon storage sites in the past few hours, the IDF announced in the early hours of Wednesday. ... read..

Israel and Hamas agree on 'simultaneous' exchange of hostages' bodies and Palestinian prisoners

Tel Aviv | February 26, 2025 10:12:48 AM IST

Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement for the transfer of four Israeli hostages' bodies in exchange for the release of 602 Palestinian security prisoners, according to statements from both Hamas and an Israeli official, as reported by The Times of Is ... read..

UN Secretary General to visit Bangladesh amid tensions

Dhaka | February 26, 2025 9:12:46 AM IST

The United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is likely to visit Bangladesh in mid-March amid political tensions in the South Asian country, officials said. ... read..

Balochistan sees protests amid rising cases of target killings, enforced disappearances

Balochistan | February 26, 2025 8:42:54 AM IST

Several rallies are being organised across cities such as Naseerabad, Pasni and Quetta in Pakistan against the rise in extrajudicial killings and enforced disappearances at the hands of Pakistani state backed death squads, according to Baloch Yakjehti Com ... read..

"Assam can act as hub for our Act East policy": EAM Jaishankar

Guwahati (Assam) | February 26, 2025 8:42:45 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted India's commitment towards 'Act East, Act Fast and Act First' policy, while emphasising that Assam can act as a hub for the 'Act East Policy'. ... read..

Trump announces 'Gold Card' program for wealthy foreigners, offering US residency for USD 5 million

Washington DC | February 26, 2025 8:12:47 AM IST

US President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday (local time) that the United States will introduce a "gold card" for wealthy foreigners, granting them the right to live and work in the country, with a pathway to citizenship, in exchange for a USD five mill ... read..

Taiwan reports increase in Chinese military activity around region

Taipei | February 26, 2025 7:42:48 AM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) reported detecting 11 Chinese aircraft, 14 naval vessels and two official ships near the island on Wednesday. ... read..

White House Press Secretary supports Federal Judge's ruling on denying AP access to WH events

Washington DC | February 26, 2025 7:42:46 AM IST

White House Press Secretary Karoline Levitt on Tuesday (local time) reaffirmed her position regarding the Associated Press (AP) case, stating that questioning US President Donald Trump is a privilege, not a legal right. ... read..

"Under Trump administration, illegal border crossings at 15-year low": White House Press Secretary

Washington DC | February 26, 2025 7:12:44 AM IST

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Tuesday (local time) claimed that in US President Donald Trump's administration, illegal border crossing has dropped down to 94 per cent, and interior arrests have risen by 134 per cent. ... read..

Special Secy highlights need for BRICS to be future-ready organisation

New Delhi | February 26, 2025 7:12:42 AM IST

Special Secretary (ER&DPA) and India's Alternate Sherpa for BRICS, P Kumaran, addressed the 1st BRICS Sherpas Meeting at Brasilia, Brazil. During his address, Kumaran emphasized the importance of BRICS being a "future-ready" organization in line with ... read..

"Fight for lasting peace cannot be won alone," Canadian PM pledges support to Ukraine

Kyiv | February 26, 2025 6:42:49 AM IST

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said that Canada will always have Ukraine's back. He further emphasised that Ukrainians deserve to live in a strong democracy ... read..

White House says it will now decide who will participate in press pool

Washington DC | February 26, 2025 6:42:46 AM IST

US White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Tuesday announced that the White House Press Pool will now be determined by the White House Press Team. ... read..

Pope Francis 'stable', but remains critical: Vatican

Europe | February 26, 2025 6:12:47 AM IST

The Holy See Press Office provided an update on Pope Francis's health on Tuesday evening, stating he has not suffered acute respiratory episodes, and his hemodynamic parameters remain stable, Vatican News reported. ... read..

"Disgusting savagery," Israeli Dy FM after Hamas parades Israeli prisoners' coffins

Tel Aviv | February 26, 2025 6:12:46 AM IST

Israel's Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Sharren Haskel condemned the actions of Hamas after the Bibas family was paraded across Gaza, calling it a "disgusting savagery." ... read..

"India has made important contributions to SCO," says Chinese envoy to India

New Delhi | February 26, 2025 5:12:42 AM IST

The Chinese Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, stated during his address at the 3rd China-India Youth Dialogue that since joining the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in 2017, India has made significant contributions to the development of the organis ... read..

White House briefing room TV screens display "Victory" and "Gulf of America"

By Reena Bhardwaj Washington DC | February 26, 2025 2:42:45 AM IST

The White House cheered over a judge's decision on Monday, with two television displays in the James S Brady Press Briefing Room reading "Victory" and "Gulf of America" sign after the Trump administration blocked the Associated Press (AP) in a dispute ove ... read..

Canadian PM visits Kyiv on third anniversary of Russia-Ukraine conflict; discusses defence, sanctions

Kyiv | February 26, 2025 2:12:43 AM IST

On the third anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visited Kyiv to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. During their meeting, the two leaders discussed key topics including defense cooperation ... read..

Earthquake of 4.2 magnitude jolts Tibet

Asia | February 26, 2025 1:42:46 AM IST

An earthquake of 4.2 magnitude on the Richter Scale struck Tibet, as per the statement by the National Center for Seismology (NCS). ... read..

Six former Indian Army chiefs perform special Pooja at Pashupatinath Temple in Kathmandu

Kathmandu | February 26, 2025 1:42:45 AM IST

Six former Chiefs of the Indian Army performed a special pooja at the Pashupatinath temple in Kathmandu, Nepal, on Tuesday, marking the eve of Mahashivratri. The former army chiefs are in Nepal at the invitation of the Nepal Army. ... read..

Nepal's Pashupatinath Temple comes alive with flow of devotees

Kathmandu | February 26, 2025 1:42:43 AM IST

Nepal's Pashupatinath Temple, the revered Hindu pilgrimage site, came alive with devotees and ascetics on Tuesday, the eve of Mahashivaratri. ... read..

FTA, Ukraine conflict, IMEC, and sanctions on agenda for European Commission chief's India visit

By Ayushi Agarwal New Delhi | February 25, 2025 10:42:53 PM IST

With European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, accompanied by the European Union College of Commissioners, set to visit India on February 27-28, a senior EU official highlighted the symbolic significance of the visit and its aim to prepare a new ... read..

Free trade agreement, EU-India trade and tech council on agenda of EU chief's India visit: Official

New Delhi | February 25, 2025 8:13:09 PM IST

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and the European Union College of Commissioners will hold delegation-level talks during their visit to India, with a focus on Free Trade Agreement, the EU-India Trade and Technology Council (TTC) as well ... read..

Taiwanese coastguard detains China crew of ship suspected of undersea cable sabotage

Taipei | February 25, 2025 8:12:59 PM IST

Taiwan's coastguard on Tuesday said that it has detained a cargo ship and its Chinese crew on suspicion of deliberately sabotaging an undersea communication cable, local media reported. ... read..

Pakistan: Imran Khan orders PTI members holding govt jobs to relinquish party positions

Islamabad | February 25, 2025 8:12:52 PM IST

Jailed Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan issued instructions on Wednesday to all party members who are serving in government positions to relinquish their party posts. ... read..

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