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India-US hold 24th joint technical group plenary to advance cooperation in defence sciences, technology
New Delhi | February 5, 2026 11:20:25 PM IST
India and the United States held the 24th Joint Technical Group Plenary held at DRDO Headquarters in New Delhi to advance cooperation in Defence Science & Technologies, as per a statement by the Ministry of Defence. ... read..


India eyes Dornier aircraft sales during PM Modi's visit to Malaysia
New Delhi | February 5, 2026 10:19:59 PM IST
India is looking at opportunities for collaboration across defence sector during the upcoming visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Malaysia, with the sale of Dornier aircraft, maintenance of Scorpene submarines and SU-30 aircraft, the Ministry of Exte ... read..


'Hope to get the outcome we desire': MEA on Zakir Naik's extradition
New Delhi | February 5, 2026 8:50:15 PM IST
Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Malaysia, the Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday said that the visit will see discussions on issues across all areas. Secretary (East) Kumaran made the remarks when asked about the extradition of Zaki ... read..


USISPF welcomes India's participation in the Inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial at the US Department of State
Washington DC | February 5, 2026 8:50:08 PM IST
The Us-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) welcomed India's participation, led by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in the inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial at the US Department of State in Washington DC, hosted by Secretary of State Mar ... read..


WUC marks 29th Anniversary of Ghulja massacre, recalls crackdown on Uyghur protesters
Munich | February 5, 2026 7:20:18 PM IST
The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) on Wednesday commemorated the 29th anniversary of the Ghulja Massacre, recalling what it described as a violent crackdown by Chinese security forces on peaceful Uyghur protesters in East Turkistan, according to a press rele ... read..


Tokyo Fire department showcases latest equipment at New Year's fire review
Tokyo | February 5, 2026 6:50:01 PM IST
New Year's Fire Review of Tokyo was held to show the latest firefighting facility and activity. It aims to make citizens relief and accelerate awareness of disaster prevention. ... read..


Kashmiri Activist Javed Beigh raises historical claims on Balochistan's accession to Pakistan
Srinagar (Jammu & Kashmir) | February 5, 2026 6:49:55 PM IST
Kashmiri activist Javed Beigh has shared a detailed post on X, outlining his views on the historical incorporation of Balochistan into Pakistan, describing the process as a forced annexation and expressing moral support for what he termed the Baloch peopl ... read..


This trade agreement will give a major boost to our exports to the United States: MEA on US-India trade deal
New Delhi | February 5, 2026 6:20:46 PM IST
India and the United States have taken a significant step forward in strengthening bilateral trade ties, with fresh clarity emerging on tariff structures and export opportunities following high-level engagements between the two countries. ... read..


Operation Herof Phase Two enters fifth day in Balochistan, claims BLA
Balochistan | February 5, 2026 6:20:17 PM IST
Operation Herof Phase Two has entered its fifth day across multiple areas of Balochistan, with the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) claiming continued dominance on several fronts and sustained resistance against Pakistani security forces, according to a state ... read..


"No such meeting or visit taken place": MEA slams media report alluding meeting between NSA Doval, Marco Rubio
New Delhi | February 5, 2026 5:50:26 PM IST
The Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday slammed the media report, alluding a meeting between National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, calling it baseless. ... read..


"Productive and positive": EAM Jaishankar concludes US visit
New Delhi | February 5, 2026 4:20:46 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, who held talks with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio descrived his US visit as "productive and positive." ... read..


Malaysia, India working towards further enhancing bilateral trade: MEA ahead of PM Modi's Kuala Lumpur visit
New Delhi | February 5, 2026 4:20:29 PM IST
India and Malaysia were working to enhance bilateral trade in a balanced manner, according to the External Affairs Ministry, which on Thursday announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Kuala Lumpur on February 7 and 8 at the invitation of Mal ... read..


USISPF lauds India's participation in Inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial
New Delhi | February 5, 2026 3:50:12 PM IST
The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) on Thursday said they welcomed India's participation in the Inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial that was hosted by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington DC and had External Affairs Minister S ... read..


Gujarat Governor holds talks with Sri Lankan Minister of Culture on deepening ties
Colombo | February 5, 2026 3:20:46 PM IST
Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat and Gujarat Deputy CM Harsh Sanghavi held talks with Sri Lankan Minister of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs, Hiniduma Sunil Senevi. ... read..


Energy security of 1.4 billion people remains "supreme priority": India rejects claim it will halt Russian oil imports
New Delhi | February 5, 2026 3:20:31 PM IST
Amid US President Donald Trump's claim that India has agreed to halt purchases of Russian oil, the Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday reiterated that ensuring energy security for its 1.4 billion people remains the top priority for the Government of ... read..


US envoy to India Sergio Gor lauds EAM S Jaishankar's talks with Marco Rubio, Scott Bessent
New Delhi | February 5, 2026 3:20:29 PM IST
US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor on Thursday lauded External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's meeting with the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and United States Secretary of the Treasury, Scott Bessent. ... read..


India open to resuming Venezuelan crude imports based on commercial viability: MEA
New Delhi | February 5, 2026 3:20:18 PM IST
India on Thursday said that it continues to keep its options open for sourcing crude oil from Venezuela and other regions, depending on commercial viability, amidst claims by the United States that it has stopped buying Russian oil and may increase import ... read..


Political activist Abid Ali Raja calls Kashmir Solidarity Day a 'Fraud', flags rights violations in PoJK
Muzaffarabad | February 5, 2026 2:20:19 PM IST
Every year on February 5, Pakistan observes what it calls Kashmir Solidarity Day. Officially, it claims to stand for the rights of Kashmiris; in reality, the day is about state-sponsored propaganda, designed to distract from Pakistan's own human rights re ... read..


Pakistan: Peshawar High Court upholds ban on Pashtun Tahafuz Movement and its leaders
Peshawar | February 5, 2026 2:20:04 PM IST
The Peshawar High Court has upheld the federal government's decision to proscribe the Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM) and several of its leaders, including chief Manzoor Ahmad Pashteen, as reported by Dawn. ... read..


Iran boosts missile deterrence, warns of rapid response amid US talks
Tehran | February 5, 2026 1:50:15 PM IST
Iran's top military commander asserted that the country has bolstered its deterrence capabilities through upgrades to domestically produced ballistic missile systems. ... read..


Indian Navy delivers Bailey bridges to Sri Lanka post inauguration with EAM Jaishankar
Colombo | February 5, 2026 1:50:00 PM IST
Indian Naval Ship Gharial arrived at Colombo to deliver 10 Bailey Bridges in support of Sri Lanka's post-cyclone reconstruction efforts following Cyclone Ditwah. ... read..


UKPNP accuses Pakistan of oppressing PoJK people, terms its Kashmir Solidarity a "mockery"
Brussels | February 5, 2026 1:49:55 PM IST
Every year on February 5, Pakistan observes what it calls Kashmir Solidarity Day. Officially, it claims to stand for the rights of Kashmiris. ... read..


"No reason to believe India reconsidered its approach to energy cooperation with Russia," says Russian FM Spox
Moscow | February 5, 2026 12:50:30 PM IST
Russian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Maria Vladimirovna Zakharova said that there was no reason to believe that India would reconsider its approach to energy cooperation with Russia, RT News reported. ... read..


UN agency PAHO warns of sharp measles surge across Americas, urges action
Washington DC | February 5, 2026 12:50:20 PM IST
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), a specialised agency of the United Nations, has issued an epidemiological alert highlighting a significant surge in measles cases throughout the Americas region during 2025 and the early part of 2026. ... read..


Taiwan detects 12 Chinese sorties, 7 vessels around its waters
Taipei | February 5, 2026 11:50:01 AM IST
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense detected 12 sorties of Chinese military aircraft and seven naval vessels operating around its territorial waters as of 6am (local time) on Wednesday. ... read..


Nearly 94,000 Afghan families return in three months amid rights concerns
Kabul | February 5, 2026 11:49:48 AM IST
Nearly 94,000 families have returned to Afghanistan over the past three months from Iran, Turkey and Pakistan, either voluntarily or through forced deportations, Afghanistan's Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation confirmed, Tolo News reported. ... read..


"Our nations are connected by deep civilisational and spiritual bonds": PM Modi on Holy Devnimori Relics exposition in Sri Lanka
Asia | February 5, 2026 11:20:24 AM IST
New Delhi [India], February 5 (ANI), Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep gratitude to Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake for inaugurating the Exposition of the Holy Devnimori Relics at the sacred Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo. ... read..


Seychelles President arrives in India on State visit
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | February 5, 2026 10:50:15 AM IST
Seychelles President Patrick Herminie arrived in Chennai on Thursday on his first State visit to India at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The visit, which will continue until February 10, is his first trip to India since assuming office in ... read..


UK aviation regulator seeks explanation from Air India over Boeing 787 fuel switch incident
London | February 5, 2026 10:50:12 AM IST
Britain's aviation regulator has sought clarification from Air India after a Boeing Dreamliner passenger aircraft departed London despite concerns over a potentially faulty fuel switch and was later grounded in India upon arrival for safety checks. ... read..


India aids US to crackdown on illegal drug trafficking
Washington DC | February 5, 2026 10:20:08 AM IST
The US Drug Enforcement Administration on Thursday said it collaborated with Government of India law enforcement partners to identify, investigate, and dismantle dangerous criminal organizations that engage in these types of illegal drug trafficking opera ... read..


White House adviser Michael Kratsios to lead US delegation to India's AI Impact Summit
Washington DC | February 5, 2026 10:20:03 AM IST
Assistant to US President Donald Trump and director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, Michael Kratsios, has announced that he will lead the US delegation to the AI Impact Summit in India later this month. ... read..


Earthquake of magnitude 4.0 strikes Tajikistan
Dushanbe | February 5, 2026 8:50:26 AM IST
An earthquake of magnitude 4.0 struck Tajikistan on Wednesday, a statement by the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said. ... read..


Iran confirms nuclear talks with US in Muscat amid tense diplomacy
Tehran | February 5, 2026 8:50:24 AM IST
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced that nuclear talks with the United States are scheduled to take place in Muscat on Friday morning. ... read..


Israeli Military eliminates terrorist who murdered Corporal Noa Marciano in captivity
Middle East | February 5, 2026 7:50:19 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 5 (ANI/TPS): The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) and Shin Bet (Israel's anti-terror General Security Service) earlier today (Wednesday) attacked and killed the terrorist Muhammad Essam Hassan Habil, a Hamas terror cell leader. The ... read..


"Detailed review of bilateral cooperation," says EAM Jaishankar on his meeting with US Secy of state Marco Rubio
By Reena Bhardwaj

Washington DC | February 5, 2026 7:50:17 AM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, who is in the US as part of the Critical Minerals Ministerial hosted by the US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, says that the two side also reviewed their bilateral cooperation during his meetings with the US Secret ... read..


Israel: New airport planned for Northern Negev
Middle East | February 5, 2026 7:50:16 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 5 (ANI/TPS): The government will approve the construction of the complementary international airport in Ziklag in the upper Negev, north of Be'er Sheva. ... read..


India supports FORGE initiative, a successor to Mineral Security Partnership: EAM Jaishankar at Critical Minerals Ministerial
By Reena Bhardwaj

Washington DC | February 5, 2026 7:20:00 AM IST
India has extended its support to the Forum on Resource, Geostrategic Engagement (FORGE), a newly launched initiative unveiled at the inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial, which succeeds the US-led Mineral Security Partnership, External Affairs Ministe ... read..


"Detailing of trade negotiations underway," says EAM Jaishankar on India-US trade deal
Washington DC | February 5, 2026 7:19:59 AM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday attended the Critical Minerals meeting hosted by the US State Department. As part of his visit to the US, the EAM also met with the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. ... read..


Bangladesh: Jamaat pledges "constructive relations" with India ahead of elections
Dhaka | February 5, 2026 10:20:09 AM IST
With just a few days left until the national elections in Bangladesh, the Islamic conservative party Jamaat-e-Islami announced that it would maintain "constructive and cooperative" relations with neighbouring countries, including India, as part of its ele ... read..


EAM Jaishankar discusses bilateral cooperation with Canadian FM at Critical Minerals Ministerial
Washington, DC | February 5, 2026 5:50:01 AM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a series of bilateral meetings with key counterparts, including Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand and Peruvian Foreign Minister Hugo de Zela, on the sidelines of the Critical Minerals Ministerial in Washingt ... read..


CDS Gen Chauhan meets Armenian Deputy Defence Minister to boost strategic ties
Yerevan | February 5, 2026 5:20:10 AM IST
Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan led an Indian delegation for a series of high-level engagements in Armenia, aimed at strengthening bilateral defence cooperation and advancing strategic collaboration across key security and regional domai ... read..


Man gets life sentence for Trump golf course assassination attempt
Florida | February 5, 2026 5:20:07 AM IST
Ryan Routh, the man convicted of attempting to assassinate US President Donald Trump at a Florida golf course in 2024, has been sentenced to life in prison by a federal court, CNN reported. ... read..


"A bad day": Sacked Washington Post staff, including Shashi Tharoor's son, pen sombre notes after layoffs
New York | February 5, 2026 3:49:50 AM IST
Washington Post employees, including Ishaan Tharoor, son of Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, shared heartfelt and sombre messages on social media as one of the world's premier media organisations announced widespread layoffs earlier on Wednesday, affecting its ... read..


UK PM Starmer releases Mandelson appointment files after pressure from rebel MPs
London | February 5, 2026 3:20:15 AM IST
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has agreed to allow full scrutiny of documents related to Peter Mandelson's appointment as the UK ambassador to the United States, following mounting pressure from rebel MPs within his own Labour Party, Politico reported. ... read..


"Deeply appreciate PM Modi for honouring promise": Sri Lankan President on arrival of sacred relics of Lord Buddha
Colombo | February 5, 2026 3:20:11 AM IST
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Government of India for facilitating the arrival of the sacred Devnimori relics of Lord Buddha, for the first-ever international exposition in Colomb ... read..


India-Sri Lanka ties on 'upward trajectory', says MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh at 78th Independence Day celebrations
New Delhi | February 5, 2026 3:20:07 AM IST
Reaffirming India's "Neighbourhood First" policy, Union Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh said on Wednesday that India remains a steadfast partner in Sri Lanka's progress, highlighting that the bilateral relationship has entered a ... read..


"US open to talks with Iran, meeting not to be seen as legitimisation of regime": Rubio
Washington DC | February 5, 2026 2:50:15 AM IST
The United States has said it is ready to engage in talks with Iran amid escalated tension between the two countries if Tehran is willing to meet, with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Wednesday (local time) emphasising that Washington does not view d ... read..


India joins global elite: Jaishankar poses alongside US State Secy Marco Rubio with other leaders at Critical Minerals Ministerial
Washington DC | February 4, 2026 11:50:18 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday posed alongside US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and other leaders at the Critical Minerals Ministerial, marking India's entry into an elite group of nations securing global supply chains. ... read..


Pakistan: UN experts alarmed by conviction of Imaan Mazari-Hazir, Hadi Ali Chattha
Geneva | February 4, 2026 11:50:12 PM IST
UN experts on Wednesday expressed alarm at the conviction of lawyers and human rights defenders Imaan Mazari-Hazir and Hadi Ali Chattha on multiple criminal charges, which resulted in lengthy prison sentences, for simply exercising rights guaranteed by in ... read..


"Relationship with China extremely good," says Trump after call with Chinese President Xi Jinping
Washington, DC | February 4, 2026 10:50:33 PM IST
As the United States convened a meeting of several nations on critical minerals on Wednesday, a move seen as an effort to protect it from China's virtual hegemony, US President Donald Trump spoke with Chinese President Xi Jinping. ... read..


EAM Jaishankar flags supply chain risks at Critical Minerals Ministerial in US, backs global cooperation
Washington, DC | February 4, 2026 10:50:28 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday said "excessive concentration" in critical mineral supply chains poses a major global risk and called for structured international cooperation to "de-risk" them, as India deepens engagement with the US-l ... read..


US suggests creation of preferential trade zone to protect critical minerals from external disruptions
Washington DC | February 4, 2026 10:20:27 PM IST
As the United States hosted the inaugural critical minerals ministerial on Wednesday, Vice President JD Vance suggested towards the creation of a preferential trade zone so as to protect critical minerals from external disruptions and called for establish ... read..


Washington Post announces significant layoffs; cuts down sports, international coverage
Washington DC | February 4, 2026 10:20:24 PM IST
One of the world's premier media organisations, The Washington Post, on Wednesday announced significant layoffs after the company underwent what it described as "significant restructuring," reported Fox News. ... read..


"Historic gathering" to secure critical minerals supply chains: US State Secy Marco Rubio
Washington, DC | February 4, 2026 10:20:17 PM IST
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Wednesday hosted the inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial at the Department of State in Washington, bringing together more than 50 countries to collaborate on securing critical mineral supply chains. ... read..


Nepal President returns back home from his visit to Japan commemorating 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations
Kathmandu | February 4, 2026 10:20:15 PM IST
Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel on Wednesday evening returned home from his visit to Japan, commemorating 70 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries. ... read..


'Goal to have enduring supply chain': Rubio calls for multilateral solutions at Critical Minerals Ministerial
Washington DC | February 4, 2026 9:21:00 PM IST
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted the importance of economic security through critical minerals and the need for allies to come together not only for rectifying the mistakes of past but to pool in collective talent and innovation to ensure div ... read..


"No realer thing than critical minerals": US VP Vance at inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial
Washington DC | February 4, 2026 8:20:03 PM IST
US Vice President JD Vance on Wednesday highlighted the irrefutable importance of critical minerals during his remarks at the inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial being hosted by the United States. ... read..


Anita Anand to formally open Canadian Consulate in Greenland
Ottawa | February 4, 2026 7:50:24 PM IST
Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand said that she is set to travel to Nuuk, Greenland, to formally open the Canadian consulate there. Noting that she will meet her counterparts there, Anand said her visit will reiterate the principles of state sovereign ... read..


"Tremendous opportunity for India, Canada to collaborate and have more trade relationships": Canadian Minister Rajan Sawhney
Mohali (Punjab) | February 4, 2026 7:20:15 PM IST
Rajan Sawhney, Minister of Indigenous Relations, Government of Alberta, Canada hailed the strong bilateral ties between India and Canada and spoke about the upcoming visit of Canadian PM Mark Carney to India, expressing optimism that it will be beneficial ... read..


Pakistan intensified crackdown on media, opposition and civil society in 2025: Human Rights Watch
Washington DC | February 4, 2026 6:20:15 PM IST
Pakistani authorities intensified their crackdown on media freedom, political opposition and civil society groups in 2025 by using vague and overbroad laws, Human Rights Watch (HRW) has said in its World Report 2026. ... read..


Dalai Lama wins Grammy for audiobook, draws praise in India and Tibetan exile community, China slams honour
Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | February 4, 2026 6:20:10 PM IST
Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama's landmark victory at the Grammy Awards has received widespread acclaim from political leaders in India and the Tibetan community in exile, even as Beijing strongly criticised the honour, portraying it as a politically ... read..


Awami League banned, BNP has narrow lead over Jamaat: International Crisis Group on uncertainty over Bangladesh Election 2026
Dhaka | February 4, 2026 6:20:05 PM IST
The Bangladesh election on February 12, 2026, is shaping up to be a pivotal moment in the country's history, with the Awami League banned from participating and the BNP-Jamaat alliance gaining traction. The electoral landscape has shifted significantly, m ... read..


Turkish Airlines right engine catches fire after take-off from Kathmandu airport, lands in Kolkata
Kathmandu | February 4, 2026 4:50:28 PM IST
The right engine of a passenger aircraft of Turkish Airlines on Wednesday afternoon caught on fire promoting emergency at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, airport officials confirm. ... read..


NSA Doval meets Saudi counterpart Al-Aiban; discusses bilateral cooperation
Riyadh | February 4, 2026 4:50:19 PM IST
National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on Wednesday met Saudi Minister of State, Member of the Cabinet, and National Security Adviser, Musaed bin Mohammed Al-Aiban, during his visit to the country. ... read..


Prime Minister Modi to visit Malaysia from February 7-8
New Delhi | February 4, 2026 4:50:06 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will pay an official visit to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia at the invitation of PM Dato Seri Anwar Ibrahim, from February 7-8, as per an official statement by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). ... read..


India strengthens its partnership with UNDP in poverty reduction, climate resilience, SDG localization and LiFE
New York | February 4, 2026 4:20:14 PM IST
India has emphasised strengthening its partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). ... read..


Taiwan detects 13 Chinese sorties, 6 vessels around its waters
Taipei | February 4, 2026 3:50:01 PM IST
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense detected 13 sorties of Chinese military aircraft and six Chinese naval vessels operating around its territorial waters as of 6am (local time) on Wednesday. ... read..


Indian Air Force aids South Korean Air Force contingent take transit halt at Jamnagar
New Delhi | February 4, 2026 3:20:29 PM IST
The South Western Air Command (SWAC) said that the Indian Air Force provided aid to the Republic of Korea Air Force contingent comprising of nine T-50B aircraft of the Black Eagles Aerobatic Team and one C-130 as it made transit halt at Jamnagar. ... read..


Taiwan detects 13 Chinese sorties, 6 vessels around island
Taipei | February 4, 2026 2:50:23 PM IST
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense detected 13 sorties of Chinese military aircraft and six Chinese naval vessels operating around its territorial waters as of 6am (local time) on Wednesday. ... read..


US President Trump signs bill ending partial Fed shutdown
Washington DC | February 4, 2026 2:20:39 PM IST
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday afternoon signed an ostentatious package to reopen the government. ... read..


Kashmir Solidarity Day a "cover-up for atrocities in PoJK," says activist Amjad Ayub Mirza
London | February 4, 2026 2:20:27 PM IST
Every year on February 5, Pakistan observes what it calls Kashmir Solidarity Day. Officially, it claims to stand for the rights of Kashmiris, but in reality, the day is about state-sponsored propaganda, designed to distract from Pakistan's own human right ... read..


Kashmir Solidarity Day a "symbol of hypocrisy," says Senge Sering
Washington DC | February 4, 2026 2:20:19 PM IST
Every year on February 5, Pakistan observes what it calls Kashmir Solidarity Day. Officially, it claims to stand for the rights of Kashmiris, but in reality, the day is about state-sponsored propaganda, designed to distract from Pakistan's own human right ... read..


Baloch leader alleges shifting narratives by Pak to counter independence movement
London | February 4, 2026 1:50:53 PM IST
Baloch pro-independence leader Hyrbyair Marri has accused the Pakistani military establishment and political elite of repeatedly changing narratives to discredit the Baloch freedom movement, stating that these efforts have consistently failed as support f ... read..


Earthquake of magnitude 4.5 strikes Tibet
Asia | February 4, 2026 1:50:43 PM IST
An earthquake of magnitude 4.5 struck Tibet on Wednesday, a statement by the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said. ... read..


"Sergio Gor is significant in India-US ties; he has direct access to President Trump," says Ex-US Marine intel officer
New Delhi | February 4, 2026 1:50:41 PM IST
A day after India and the US announced the completion of negotiations on a trade deal, Grant Newsham, Ex-US Marine intel officer has underlined the key role played by US envoy to India Sergio Gor. Newsham said that Gor had the ear of President Trump and h ... read..


"When all eyes are on Taiwan, China could strike elsewhere, possibly India," says Ex-US Marine intel officer
New Delhi | February 4, 2026 1:50:38 PM IST
With a US Pentagon report warning India of China's strategy of achieving the "great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation" by 2049, Grant Newsham, Ex-US Marine intel officer has cautioned India on trusting China and its intent. Newsham believes that when all ... read..


"We want to cut Russia off entirely," says US Congressman McCormick
Washington DC | February 4, 2026 1:20:09 PM IST
US Congressman and co-chair of the India Caucus, Rich McCormick said that the US wants to make it arduous for Russia to continue funding for its war. ... read..


With just a month left for parliamentary polls, Nepal deploys Army to maintain security
Kathmandu | February 4, 2026 10:20:46 AM IST
Nepal has deployed it Army to maintain security as the Himalayan nation heads for the parliamentary election which is just a month away. The parliamentary election after the Gen-Z protest of September is scheduled for March 5. ... read..


Trump, PM Modi "share a very good relationship": White House Press Secy
Washington DC | February 4, 2026 10:20:35 AM IST
US White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Wednesday noted the US-India deal and the cordial relationship shared by US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. ... read..


US: Peaceful rallies held across 25 cities calling attention to violence against Hindus in B'desh
Washington DC | February 4, 2026 9:20:29 AM IST
Despite extreme winter weather conditions--including freezing temperatures, snow, and icy roads--peaceful awareness rallies were successfully held today across 25 cities throughout the United States, marking a coordinated nationwide effort to draw attenti ... read..


US Treasury Secy, EAM Jaishankar hold talks on securing supply chains, mutual interests
Washington DC | February 4, 2026 9:20:21 AM IST
United States Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent on Wednesday held talks with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and addressed the importance of securing supply chains. ... read..


China's vision of "a world of great harmony" echoes India's pursuit of "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam": Chinese Envoy
New Delhi | February 4, 2026 8:50:22 AM IST
China's vision of building "a world of great harmony" aligns with India's philosophy of "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam", said Chinese Ambassador to India Xu Feihong at the 2026 Chinese New Year Reception in the national capital, highlighting growing convergence b ... read..


Abhay Kumar takes charge as India's new Ambassador to Azerbaijan
Baku | February 4, 2026 8:50:19 AM IST
India's newly appointed Ambassador to Azerbaijan, Abhay Kumar, arrived in Baku and took charge on Tuesday. ... read..


Spain moves to ban social media access for children under 16
Dubai | February 4, 2026 7:49:56 AM IST
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Tuesday (local time) announced that his government plans to ban children under 16 from accessing social media platforms, citing concerns about online safety and harmful digital content, Politico reported. ... read..


India-US trade deal is "major step forward", but ties will take time to get "fully back on track": CNAS Director
Washington DC | February 4, 2026 7:20:02 AM IST
The Director of the Centre for New American Security (CNAS), Lisa Curtis, on Tuesday (local time) described the recently announced India-US trade deal, in which Washington reduced the tariff on Indian goods to 18 per cent, as a "major step forward" for bi ... read..


Will India halt Russian Oil imports under India-US Trade deal? Top Foreign Policy Expert Lisa Curtis Explains
By Reena Bhardwaj

Washington DC | February 4, 2026 7:20:01 AM IST
As India and US concluded their negotiations on the trade deal, one of the critical factors is India's purchase of Russian Oil. The purchase had invited additional tariffs from the Donald Trump administration. ... read..


USIBC President lauds India-US trade deal, says agreement sends "very positive psychological message"
Washington DC | February 4, 2026 6:20:41 AM IST
The President of the US-India Business Council (USIBC) at the US Chamber of Commerce, Atul Keshap, has welcomed the recently announced India-US trade deal, in which Washington reduced the tariff on Indian goods to 18 per cent, saying that the agreement se ... read..


Son of ex-Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi confirmed dead in western Libya armed attack
Tripoli | February 4, 2026 6:20:36 AM IST
Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, the son of the slain Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, was reportedly killed on Tuesday (local time) in an armed attack in western Libya, Xinhua reported, citing a statement from his political team. ... read..


EAM Jaishankar, US State Secy Rubio commit to strengthening ties via Quad, welcome trade deal
Washington DC | February 4, 2026 5:19:54 AM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Tuesday (local time) committed to expand "bilateral and multilateral cooperation" through the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) during their meeting ahead of the Critical ... read..


India-US ties imperative to future of peace, prosperity for entire world: US Congressman McCormick after trade deal
Washington DC | February 4, 2026 4:50:14 AM IST
US Congressman and co-chair of the India Caucus, Rich McCormick, has emphasised that the India-US strategic partnership is crucial for global "peace and prosperity" following the recent trade deal announced between the two countries. ... read..


Ahead of Critical Minerals Ministerial expert calls India's growing participation in partnership "timely and necessary"
Washington DC | February 4, 2026 4:20:00 AM IST
Ahead of the inaugural US-led Critical Minerals Ministerial scheduled for February 4 in Washington, Neha Mukherjee, Research Manager at London-based supply chain intelligence firm Benchmark Mineral Intelligence, described India's expanding role in critica ... read..


EAM Jaishankar meets US State Secy Rubio ahead of Critical Minerals Ministerial in Washington
Washington DC | February 4, 2026 3:50:18 AM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday (local time) met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio ahead of the Critical Minerals Ministerial scheduled for February 4. ... read..


US House votes to end partial government shutdown, extends temporary funding for DHS
Washington DC | February 4, 2026 3:50:15 AM IST
The US House of Representatives on Tuesday (local time) voted to end the partial government shutdown, approving legislation that funds most federal agencies through the remainder of the fiscal year while extending financing for the US Department of Homela ... read..


US aircraft carrier shoots down Iranian drone in Arabian Sea amid rising tensions
Washington DC | February 4, 2026 2:50:16 AM IST
A US aircraft carrier shot down an Iranian drone in the Arabian Sea on Tuesday (local time) after the unmanned aerial vehicle made what the US military described as an "aggressive approach" toward the vessel, CNN reported, citing a US Central Command (CEN ... read..


EAM Jaishankar meets US Treasury Secy Bessent, discusses strengthening India-US economic partnership
Washington DC | February 4, 2026 2:20:20 AM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday (local time) met US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in Washington DC as part of an ongoing three-day visit to the United States, where he is participating in the inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial on ... read..


"Great occasion for both countries; this is just beginning": Former diplomats welcome India-US trade deal
New Delhi | February 4, 2026 2:20:18 AM IST
Former Indian diplomats on Tuesday welcomed the India-US trade agreement, calling it a positive and evolving step that would boost bilateral trade, business confidence and people-to-people benefits between the two countries. ... read..


"Vizhinjam Port has immense potential": Shashi Tharoor after meeting Maersk executives
New Delhi | February 4, 2026 1:50:14 AM IST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Tuesday said the Vizhinjam Port in Thiruvananthapuram holds "immense potential", as he held discussions with senior executives of global shipping major Maersk to strengthen India's maritime ecosystem and expand the company's ... read..


WH Press Secretary Leavitt claims India "committed" to stop Russian oil purchase, will buy from US under trade deal
New Delhi | February 4, 2026 1:50:12 AM IST
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Tuesday (local time) claimed that India has committed to ending its purchases of Russian oil and will instead source crude oil from the United States, potentially from Venezuela under the newly announced tra ... read..


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