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US conducts 'self-defence strikes' on Iranian boats, missile sites amid ceasefire negotiations

Washington DC | May 26, 2026 6:24:32 AM IST

The US military carried out "self-defence strikes" targeting Iranian missile launch sites and boats near the Strait of Hormuz amid an ongoing ceasefire between the two countries, CNN reported, citing US Central Command (CENTCOM). ... read..

Israel ramps up Lebanon operations, strikes 70+ Hezbollah targets

Tel Aviv | May 26, 2026 5:54:24 AM IST

Israel Defence Forces (IDF) launched fresh waves of airstrikes across Lebanon, hitting more than 70 Hezbollah infrastructure sites, using around 85 munitions. ... read..

Iranian President Pezeshkian orders restoration of internet access

Tehran | May 26, 2026 4:54:25 AM IST

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has ordered the restoration of internet access across the country, Al Jazeera reported, citing Iranian media. ... read..

Iran's enriched uranium will be 'turned over' to US or destroyed: Trump

Washington DC | May 26, 2026 4:54:24 AM IST

As Washington and Tehran continue to engage in ceasefire negotiations, US President Donald Trump said that Iran's enriched Uranium (Nuclear dust) will be "turned over" to the US to be destroyed or will be destroyed at an acceptable location. ... read..

India-Canada aim to conclude CEPA by year-end; triple trade by 2030: Piyush Goyal

Ottawa | May 26, 2026 3:24:15 AM IST

Union Minister of Commerce Piyush Goyal commenced his three-day visit to Canada, as New Delhi and Ottawa focus on resetting their ties with an aim to conclude the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) by the end of this year. ... read..

'No other country will fight for us': Israeli soldier on 600 days in Gaza; refutes war crime allegations

Jerusalem | May 26, 2026 2:24:20 AM IST

An Israeli Army reservist who served over 600 days on the ground fighting in the Gaza Strip, Lebanon, and on the Syrian border, shared his battle experience and motivation to protect the country against Hamas and Hezbollah militant groups. ... read..

Trump honours 13 US service members killed in West Asia conflict

Washington DC | May 26, 2026 2:24:18 AM IST

US President Donald Trump on Sunday (local time) honoured the thirteen US service members killed during the war with Iran. ... read..

'Trump lookalike' buffalo draws crowds in Bangladesh ahead of Eid al-Adha

Dhaka | May 26, 2026 1:54:37 AM IST

A buffalo purchased for "Qurbani" (sacrificial offering) ahead of Eid al-Adha has gone viral on social media due to its unusual resemblance to US President Donald Trump, drawing large crowds and widespread online attention in Bangladesh, with users popula ... read..

US, Iran working to resolve differences over language on nuclear issue amid talks: Report

Washington DC | May 26, 2026 1:54:35 AM IST

The United States and Iran are engaged in efforts to resolve differences over the wording related to Tehran's nuclear programme and the lifting of sanctions for the peace deal aimed at finalising a solution to the hostilities in West Asia, amid negotiatio ... read..

Piyush Goyal arrives in Canada to infuse fresh vitality into economic relations

Ottawa | May 26, 2026 1:54:34 AM IST

In a significant development for bilateral diplomacy, India's High Commissioner to Canada, Dinesh K. Patnaik, welcomed the Commerce and Industry Minister, Piyush Goyal, upon his arrival at the airport in Ottawa on Monday. ... read..

India can boost Ebola vaccine, antibody development through WHO lab network, ICMR: Ex-WHO Chief Scientist

New Delhi | May 26, 2026 1:54:32 AM IST

Former WHO Chief Scientist Soumya Swaminathan on Monday said that India can play a significant role in accelerating Ebola-related research, including the development of vaccines, diagnostics and monoclonal antibodies, through collaboration with the WHO la ... read..

India, Japan need to serve as driving force of FOIP initiative: Japanese FM Toshimitsu

New Delhi | May 25, 2026 10:24:13 PM IST

Japan's Foreign Minister Motegi Toshimitsu on Monday said that India and Japan must act as a "driving force" under Tokyo's Free and Open Indo-Pacific (FOIP) initiative aimed at strengthening the capacity of Indo-Pacific countries to become more resilient ... read..

Iran deal will either be "great and meaningful" or there will be "no deal" at all, says Trump

Washington, DC | May 25, 2026 10:24:08 PM IST

US President Donald Trump on Monday asserted that any forthcoming accord with Tehran would strictly manifest as a "great and meaningful" deal, or the administration would walk away entirely, as diplomatic talks aimed at officially concluding the conflict ... read..

Iran claims "hostile drone" shot down near Strait of Hormuz

Tehran | May 25, 2026 9:54:30 PM IST

Iranian media on Monday claimed that a "hostile drone" was downed by air defence systems over maritime areas near Qeshm Island, situated close to the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. ... read..

India-Japan special strategic and global partnership holds larger implications, importance, impact: EAM

New Delhi | May 25, 2026 9:54:23 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday said that the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership carries "larger implications, importance and impact", highlighting its significance in shaping regional and global outcomes while underlini ... read..

Diversifying energy sources key as national interest of our people remains of prime importance: MEA

New Delhi | May 25, 2026 9:24:34 PM IST

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Monday said that diversifying India's energy sources remains a key priority as part of New Delhi's national interest to provide affordable energy access for citizens, noting that it is of "prime importance" for th ... read..

Assam leadership extends grand welcome to Bhutan PM Tshering Tobgay in Guwahati

Guwahati (Assam) | May 25, 2026 8:54:44 PM IST

In a striking display of regional diplomacy and warm hospitality, Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya, alongside Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, extended a grand welcome to the Prime Minister of Bhutan, Tshering Tobgay, upon his arrival in Guwahati ... read..

East Turkistan Government-in-Exile seeks global sanctions against China

Washington DC | May 25, 2026 8:24:34 PM IST

The East Turkistan Government-in-Exile (ETGE), along with the East Turkistan Parliament-in-Exile, the East Turkistan National Movement and the East Turkistan National Fund, commemorated the twelfth anniversary of what they describe as China's genocide aga ... read..

Israel conveys expectation to India on designating Iran's IRGC a terror outfit

By Vishu Adhana Tel Aviv | May 25, 2026 7:54:22 PM IST

Israel has conveyed its expectation to India to designate Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) a terrorist organisation. ... read..

Trump pushes Muslim, Arab nations to join Abraham Accords as part of Iran deal

Washington DC | May 25, 2026 7:24:37 PM IST

US President Donald Trump on Monday pushed for several Muslim and Arab nations to join the Abraham Accords as part of a broader regional settlement tied to the potential deal with Tehran, while noting that the negotiations with the Islamic Republic were " ... read..

Jeddah mission optimises logistics to ensure seamless Hajj experience for Indian pilgrims: CGI

By Sahil Pandey Mina | May 25, 2026 6:54:33 PM IST

Driven by extensive logistical upgrades, the Indian Hajj Mission in Saudi Arabia's Jeddah has successfully optimised its reception and transit mechanism this year, introducing high-speed train connectivity and baggage-free travel to dramatically reduce wa ... read..

Brazil eyes new trade partners to reduce global dependencies: Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira

Sao Paulo | May 25, 2026 6:54:30 PM IST

Brazil is actively working to diversify its trading partners, strategic suppliers and export destinations as global tensions and changing supply chains reshape international commerce, Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira has said. ... read..

Iran navy claims 32 vessels crossed Strait of Hormuz under IRGC clearance

Tehran | May 25, 2026 6:54:20 PM IST

The Iranian navy has announced that a fleet of 32 vessels successfully crossed the strategic Strait of Hormuz after "obtaining permission with the coordination and security of the IRGC Navy", according to a report published by the semi-state Tasnim news a ... read..

Trump catches Middle East leaders off guard with bold plan to expand Abraham Accords

Washington, DC | May 25, 2026 6:25:22 PM IST

Amid accelerating diplomatic manoeuvres to wind down hostilities with Iran, US President Donald Trump is seemingly leveraging the peace talks to engineer a massive geopolitical reconfiguration across West Asia. Behind closed doors, Trump is shifting his f ... read..

Iran "not seeking" tolls on vessels passing through Hormuz, working with Oman on safe passage mechanism

Tehran | May 25, 2026 6:24:44 PM IST

Iran on Monday said that it is "not seeking" to impose tolls on vessels passing through the strategic Strait of Hormuz amid reports suggesting the Islamic Republic is allegedly collecting a fee from ships transiting through the strategic waterway. ... read..

Iranian FM to miss UN Security Council meeting over US visa issues

Tehran | May 25, 2026 5:54:56 PM IST

The scheduled visit of Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to New York has been called off due to US visa complications encountered during preparations, according to Iran's semi-official Tasnim news agency. ... read..

Iran says peace agreement with US 'not imminent' despite 'conclusion on many issues'

Tehran | May 25, 2026 5:54:54 PM IST

Iran on Monday said that an agreement aimed at a complete solution to the hostilities in West Asia with the United States is 'not imminent' despite progress made on several key issues between the two sides. ... read..

"Quad has potential to play greater role if China invades Taiwan": Taiwan-Asia Exchange Foundation fellow Sana Hashmi

Taipei | May 25, 2026 5:24:06 PM IST

Ahead of the crucial Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting scheduled to take place in New Delhi on Tuesday, the strategic significance of the high-profile ministerial engagement has taken centre stage amid evolving geopolitical equations in the Indo-Pacific reg ... read..

"Abar dekha hobe": Indian envoy looks ahead with optimism as his tenure ends in Bangladesh

Dhaka | May 25, 2026 4:24:54 PM IST

Outgoing Indian High Commissioner Pranay Verma has expressed strong optimism about the future of bilateral ties as he concluded a significant four-year tenure in Bangladesh. ... read..

Rubio invokes Trump's 'big fan' admiration for PM Modi to quash anti-India rhetoric

New Delhi | May 25, 2026 3:54:10 PM IST

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday sought to downplay allegations of rising anti-India rhetoric in the United States, asserting that President Donald Trump is a strong admirer of India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. ... read..

Baloch National Movement alleges raid on exiled leader Captain Nawaz's house in Tump

Balochistan | May 25, 2026 3:25:15 PM IST

The house of the party's senior exiled member, Captain Nawaz, located in the Dazin area of Tump in Balochistan, was allegedly attacked once again by the Pakistani military and affiliated local armed groups, according to a post shared on X by the Baloch Na ... read..

Jaipur: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visits historic Amer Fort

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | May 25, 2026 3:24:29 PM IST

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio landed in Jaipur on Monday afternoon and visited the historic Amer Fort with his wife Jeanette Rubio and US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, shortly after visiting the iconic Taj Mahal in Agra earlier today. ... read..

'Frequent changes in American position complicates every negotiation': Iran slams US on lack of progress in peace talks

Tehran | May 25, 2026 2:54:38 PM IST

Iran on Monday slammed the frequency of changes coming in from Washington's side as peace negotiations remain underway, highlighting that it results in complicating the talks. ... read..

Marco Rubio arrives in Jaipur; to visit Amer Fort

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | May 25, 2026 2:54:12 PM IST

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio landed in Jaipur on Monday afternoon shortly after visiting the iconic Taj Mahal in Agra earlier today. ... read..

Iran: Ghalibaf elected as Parliament Speaker seventh time

Tehran | May 25, 2026 2:23:58 PM IST

Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has been elected as Iran's Parliament speaker for the seventh time, according to a report by ISNA. ... read..

Iran says focus of negotiations on ending the war, nuclear issue not being discussed at this stage

Tehran | May 25, 2026 1:54:29 PM IST

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Email Baqaei on Monday said that the negotiations underway are presently focused on ending the war and that details about the nuclear issue have not been discussed, as reported by ISNA. ... read..

Australian FM Penny Wong to arrive in Delhi for Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting

New Delhi | May 25, 2026 1:54:27 PM IST

As New Delhi gears up to host key strategic partners ahead of the Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting on Tuesday, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong is scheduled to arrive in India late on Monday evening. ... read..

Japanese FM to arrive in India for Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting

New Delhi | May 25, 2026 1:24:34 PM IST

Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi is set to arrive in India for a two-day visit to participate in the Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting. He is also scheduled to call on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and meet External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, ... read..

'True treasure of the world': Marco Rubio hails Taj Mahal during visit with wife Jeanette

Agra (Uttar Pradesh) | May 25, 2026 12:54:08 PM IST

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday visited the iconic Taj Mahal along with his wife Jeanette Rubio and hailed the monument as one of the treasures of the world. ... read..

"Cultural Bridges" exhibition in Baku showcases India-Azerbaijan shared heritage and traditions

Baku | May 25, 2026 12:24:14 PM IST

Ambassador of India to Azerbaijan Abhay Kumar inaugurated the exhibition titled "Cultural Bridges between India and Azerbaijan" organised by the Creative Circle of Azerbaijan, highlighting the deepening cultural engagement between the two nations. ... read..

US State Secretary Marco Rubio visits Taj Mahal in Agra with wife Jeanette D Rubio

Agra (Uttar Pradesh) | May 25, 2026 11:24:42 AM IST

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday visited the iconic Taj Mahal in Agra along with his wife, Jeanette D Rubio. ... read..

"People say stupid stuff all the time...": Marco Rubio on racism against Indians

New Delhi | May 25, 2026 10:54:31 AM IST

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday reiterated his stance of how "people say stupid stuff" when asked about racist comments targeting Indians in the United States, following a question raised at a press conference in the national capital on Sunday ... read..

'Hezbollah victimising people': Rubio says talks underway between Lebanon, Israel

New Delhi | May 25, 2026 10:23:58 AM IST

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Monday that engagements continue to take place between Israel and Lebanon and slammed Hezbollah, calling it of not only victimising people but also acting as an Iranian proxy. ... read..

Mojtaba Khamenei in undisclosed location, tough to reach as peace process continues: Report

Washington DC | May 25, 2026 9:54:15 AM IST

Iran's Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is living in secrecy at an undisclosed location with limited access to the outside world, CBS News reported on Sunday, citing US intelligence. ... read..

"Not going to make a bad deal": US Secy of State Rubio says deal with Tehran is "work in progress"

New Delhi | May 25, 2026 9:54:08 AM IST

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday said that while work is in progress to arrive at a peace deal between Tehran and Washington, he assured that President Donald Trump will not make a bad deal. ... read..

Iran, US negotiators closing in on broad principles of agreement: Report

Washington DC | May 25, 2026 9:24:06 AM IST

The United States and Iran are inching closer towards arriving at the peace deal as negotiators have agreed to the broad principles of the agreement, CBS News reported on Sunday, citing a senior Trump administration official. ... read..

Poet Nazrul created a cultural bridge between India and Bangladesh through his works, says granddaughter Khilkhil Kazi

Dhaka | May 25, 2026 8:54:10 AM IST

Renowned Bengali poet Kazi Nazrul Islam, popularly known as the "Rebel Poet", served as a cultural link between the people of both India and Bangladesh through his literary works and music. His granddaughter Khilkhil Kazi highlighted how people from both ... read..

US expresses regret on failure to get consensus in NPT Treaty

Washington DC | May 25, 2026 8:23:58 AM IST

The US expressed deep regret that states party to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) failed to reach a consensus on a final document at the conclusion of the 2026 Review Conference. It specifically criticising the "inability of some NPT States Pa ... read..

Taiwan detects 9 sorties of Chinese aircraft, 7 vessels, 1 ship

Taipei | May 25, 2026 8:23:55 AM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense detected the presence of nine sorties of Chinese military aircraft, seven vessels and an official ship around its territorial waters as of 6 am (local time) on Monday. ... read..

Australian FM to visit India for Quad FMM

Canberra | May 25, 2026 7:23:55 AM IST

Foreign Minister of Australia, Penny Wong, announced that she will visit India to participate in the Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting and hold the Australia-India Foreign Ministers' Framework Dialogue. ... read..

Trump says any Iran deal will involve no Cash, differ from Obama-era agreement

Washington DC | May 25, 2026 6:53:51 AM IST

Donald Trump said that any future deal with Iran under his administration would involve no financial concessions and would be fundamentally different from the agreement reached during former US President Barack Obama's tenure. ... read..

US Secret Service Director lauds officers for ops during WH Shooting

Washington DC | May 25, 2026 6:53:47 AM IST

Sean M Curran, Director of the US Secret Service, lauded the work done by its officers during the White House shooting incident on Sunday. ... read..

"White House shooting may be message to Trump regarding Iran," says Expert

New Delhi | May 25, 2026 6:24:22 AM IST

Foreign Affairs Expert Waiel Awwad said that there was a single shooter involved in the shooting incident outside the White House, but it may also carry a message regarding the US deal with Iran. ... read..

"White House invite to PM Modi has flouted protocol," says Ex Diplomat

New Delhi | May 25, 2026 6:24:20 AM IST

Former Diplomat Veena Sikri said that the invitation extended to Prime Minister Narendra Modi did not follow the proper protocol. ... read..

IMEC corridor still holds opportunities, I2U2 should not be considered dead: Israeli envoy Fleur Hassan-Nahoum

Jerusalem | May 25, 2026 5:54:12 AM IST

Special Envoy of the Foreign Ministry of Israel, Fleur Hassan-Nahoum, said there are still significant opportunities for the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) and expressed hope that the I2U2 grouping can regain momentum in the future. ... read..

"White House shooting was worrisome," says Ex Diplomat

New Delhi | May 25, 2026 5:54:10 AM IST

Former Diplomat Veena Sikri said on Sunday that the White House shooting was serious, as there have been several assassination attempts on US President Donald Trump. ... read..

"India, China launched many direct flight routes," says Deputy Consul General of China in Kolkata

Kolkata (West Bengal) | May 25, 2026 5:54:08 AM IST

Qin Yong, Deputy Consul General of China in Kolkata, said that there have been several flights between India and China lately. ... read..

"BLA is taking up arms to fight against Pak," says Defence Expert

Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh) | May 25, 2026 3:54:05 AM IST

TP Tyagi, Defence Expert, said that the Jaffar Express incident demonstrates that the Balochistan Liberation Army is no longer just a small group. ... read..

"US' independence declaration articulated ideas that shaped modern world," says EAM

New Delhi | May 25, 2026 2:54:21 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday noted that the ideals of democracy come naturally to the US and India. ... read..

Jaishankar greets people of Eritrea on country's Independence Day

New Delhi | May 24, 2026 11:54:44 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday extended wishes to the government and people of Eritrea on the country's Independence Day. ... read..

Iran will not make any decision without permission of Supreme Leader: President Pezeshkian

Tehran | May 24, 2026 11:54:33 PM IST

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Sunday said that no decision in the Islamic Republic of Iran is taken without the permission of the Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, stressing that all key positions must remain aligned with the country's ... read..

US-Iran deal unlikely to be signed on Sunday as talks continue: Reports

Washington DC | May 24, 2026 11:54:32 PM IST

Despite US President Donald Trump floating the chances of a deal to be signed between Washington and Tehran on Sunday (local time), a senior US administration official has said that a formal agreement between the two sides is not expected to be signed, as ... read..

Need an agreement to end conflict, reopen Hormuz: UK PM welcomes progress in US-Iran talks

London | May 24, 2026 11:54:28 PM IST

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Sunday welcomed the progress in ongoing US-Iran peace talks aimed at finding a complete solution to the hostilities in West Asia, saying that any agreement must end the conflict, ensure the reopening of the Strait of Horm ... read..

"I love India...big fan of PM Modi": Trump's message at 250th US Independence Day celebration in Delhi

New Delhi | May 24, 2026 10:54:22 PM IST

US President Donald Trump on Sunday expressed strong admiration for India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a live interaction at the 250th US Independence Day celebration held at the US Embassy in the national capital, calling the Indian leader a " ... read..

Iran "not seeking nuclear weapons," says President Pezeshkian amid peace talks

Tehran | May 24, 2026 10:24:52 PM IST

President Masoud Pezeshkian on Sunday said that Iran is prepared to reassure the international community that it is not pursuing nuclear weapons, reiterating Tehran's commitment to diplomacy and regional stability amid talks with the US to achieve a compl ... read..

India has committed to purchasing USD 500 billion in US goods over the next five years: Marco Rubio

New Delhi | May 24, 2026 10:24:50 PM IST

With India and the US negotiating a trade deal, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said that India has committed to purchasing $500 billion in US goods over the next five years and lauded the efforts of US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor and American di ... read..

China's global crackdown on Uyghurs draws scrutiny across Europe

Munich | May 24, 2026 10:24:47 PM IST

The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) has released its weekly brief, highlighting concerns over repression, surveillance, Beijing's growing influence abroad and China's treatment of Uyghurs. ... read..

US "not to rush into a deal" with Iran: Trump says blockade to remain in "full force" until agreement reached

Washington DC | May 24, 2026 9:24:40 PM IST

US President Donald Trump on Sunday said that Washington will not "rush into a deal" with Iran to achieve a complete solution to the crisis in West Asia, asserting that the US "blockade" on the ports of the Islamic Republic will remain in "full force and ... read..

Outgoing Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh pays farewell call on PM Tarique Rahman

Dhaka | May 24, 2026 8:54:35 PM IST

Outgoing Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Pranay Verma on Sunday paid a farewell call on Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman ahead of his departure from the post. ... read..

European Commission President welcomes progress in US-Iran talks, reiterates Tehran must not develop nuclear weapons

Brussels | May 24, 2026 8:24:54 PM IST

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Sunday welcomed progress in ongoing discussions between the United States and Iran aimed at finding a complete solution to the hostilities in West Asia, while stressing that Tehran "must not be allowed ... read..

US State Secy Rubio meets NSA Doval, discusses defence, security and strategic technology cooperation including TRUST initiative

New Delhi | May 24, 2026 8:24:47 PM IST

US State Secretary Marco Rubio on Sunday met National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, with discussions focused on strengthening cooperation in defence, security, and strategic technology, including the TRUST initiative. ... read..

China accused of targeting Taiwanese religious followers amid fresh detentions

Taipei | May 24, 2026 6:54:22 PM IST

China is facing renewed criticism after three Taiwanese followers of the religious movement I-Kuan Tao were reportedly detained in separate incidents earlier this month, according to Taiwan's semi-official cross-strait agency. ... read..

Baloch Yakjehti Committee accuses Pakistani security forces of killings, enforced disappearances

Balochistan | May 24, 2026 6:54:17 PM IST

The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) has accused Pakistani security-linked groups of involvement in the deaths of two young Baloch men in separate incidents in Kech and Panjgur districts, intensifying concerns over enforced disappearances and extrajudicial ... read..

India diversifies, maintains multiple sources of energy supply: EAM Jaishankar says US "very significant and reliable source"

New Delhi | May 24, 2026 5:54:13 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday said India will continue to diversify its energy sourcing and maintain multiple dependable suppliers as part of its responsibility towards its citizens, stressing that energy security remains a top national ... read..

India, Russia advance military cooperation at high-level Army-to-Army talks

New Delhi | May 24, 2026 5:54:09 PM IST

India and Russia held discussions on further deepening their military partnership during the 5th Sub Working Group (Land) meeting. ... read..

Pakistan's wheat crisis deepens as policy failures trigger fear of shortages

Islamabad | May 24, 2026 5:24:57 PM IST

Pakistan's wheat sector has plunged into another major crisis, exposing deep flaws in agricultural planning, procurement management and food security policies, leaving farmers, flour millers, and consumers trapped in uncertainty, as reported by Dawn. ... read..

India dispatches first tranche of urgent medical supplies in wake of Ebola health emergency

New Delhi | May 24, 2026 5:24:48 PM IST

India on Sunday dispatched the first tranche of medical supplies and protective kits to the African Centre for Diseases Control and Prevention in the wake of the emerging Ebola public health emergency. ... read..

'Sky is the limit!': Cyprus President shares highlights from historic India visit

Nicosia | May 24, 2026 4:54:19 PM IST

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides on Sunday shared highlights from his landmark visit to India and hailed the partnership between New Delhi and Nicosia. ... read..

"Indo-Pacific to become a big energy lifeline": Jaishankar ahead of Quad foreign ministers' meeting

New Delhi | May 24, 2026 4:24:40 PM IST

Ahead of the Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting in the national capital on May 26, the External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted how the Indo-Pacific is set to become a big energy lifeline and that the leaders will have a "good story to tell" after ... read..

"No nation on earth that sponsors more terrorism than Iran": Rubio launches sharp attack on Iran

New Delhi | May 24, 2026 3:25:01 PM IST

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Sunday launched a sharp attack on Iran during a joint press conference with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, accusing Tehran of sponsoring terrorism, backing proxy militant groups and destabilising regions acros ... read..

"Don't look at it as Zero-Sum game": Jaishankar on West Asia conflict, reiterates call for stability, unimpeded maritime commerce

New Delhi | May 24, 2026 3:24:54 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday highlighted that India is among the few countries in the world with strong relations and real interests in the Gulf and that it wants peace and stability in the region. ... read..

"Attempt to distort realities of region": Iranian Embassy in India rejects US State Secy Rubio's remarks

New Delhi | May 24, 2026 3:24:47 PM IST

The Iranian Embassy in India on Sunday issued a strongly worded rejection of the remarks made by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, a day ago, accusing Washington of attempting to "distort the realities of the region" and deflect attention from the polici ... read..

VBMP alleges intimidation campaign amid ongoing protest against enforced disappearances

Balochistan | May 24, 2026 2:54:34 PM IST

The Voice for Baloch Missing Persons (VBMP) has claimed that its members are facing increasing intimidation and threats allegedly aimed at dismantling the organisation's long-running protest movement against enforced disappearances in Balochistan. The gro ... read..

'Make in India' gets centre-stage in defence cooperation with US

New Delhi | May 24, 2026 2:54:27 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday highlighted the importance of taking into account the 'Make in India' approach while going forward in defence cooperation with the United States. ... read..

"Significant progress has been made": US State Secretary Rubio hints at Iran breakthrough

New Delhi | May 24, 2026 2:54:25 PM IST

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Sunday indicated that "significant progress" has been made in ongoing diplomatic efforts concerning Iran, stating that an announcement could be possible later today regarding a deal with Iran. ... read..

Jaishankar discusses visa issues with Rubio, highlights need to protect legal mobility

New Delhi | May 24, 2026 2:24:55 PM IST

In a high-level meeting in New Delhi on Sunday, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed the strength of the India-US strategic partnership. ... read..

"Every country in world has stupid people": US Secy Rubio responds to accusation of racist remarks against Indians

New Delhi | May 24, 2026 2:24:48 PM IST

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Sunday strongly defended the United States as a welcoming country while dismissing racist comments targeting Indians in the United States as the actions of "stupid people", saying such remarks do not reflect America's ... read..

Pakistan: At least 24 killed, over 50 injured in targeted blast near Quetta Railway track

Quetta (Pakistan) | May 24, 2026 2:24:37 PM IST

At least 24 people were killed, and over 50 were injured in a devastating explosion that struck near the Chaman Phatak railway area in Quetta, in Pakistan's restive southwestern province of Balochistan on Sunday. ... read..

"India is one of our most important strategic partners in world": US State Secy Rubio

New Delhi | May 24, 2026 1:54:35 PM IST

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Sunday emphasised the growing depth of the US-India relationship during a joint press conference with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, highlighting New Delhi as one of Washington's most important strategic partn ... read..

More than just allies: Jaishankar holds delegation-level talks with US State Secy Rubio

New Delhi | May 24, 2026 1:24:34 PM IST

India and the United States kicked off high-level delegation talks on Sunday, reinforcing what both nations described as a "Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership" aimed at shaping global affairs well beyond their respective regions. ... read..

Baloch Liberation Army woman commander warns Pakistan of escalating resistance

Balochistan | May 24, 2026 1:24:24 PM IST

A woman commander of the Baloch Liberation Army, identified as Shaynaz Baloch, has accused the Pakistani state and what she described as "Punjabi domination" of oppressing the Baloch people and suppressing their culture, identity, and rights. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar holds delegation-level talks with US State Secry Marco Rubio at Hyderabad House

New Delhi | May 24, 2026 12:55:14 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday held delegation-level talks with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at Hyderabad House in New Delhi, marking a key engagement in the ongoing high-level US-India diplomatic dialogue. ... read..

"Sympathy, support from India deeply valued": Chinese envoy after PM Modi condoles Shanxi mining accident

New Delhi | May 24, 2026 12:55:12 PM IST

Chinese Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, on Sunday expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who sent a condolence message following the mining accident in Shanxi province, which resulted in the death of 82 people and left 9 missing. ... read..

Exile community accuses China of failing to fulfil Tibetan aspirations

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | May 24, 2026 11:54:40 AM IST

The Tibetan exile community said that China has failed to fulfil the aspirations of the Tibetan people even after 75 years of what it described as the "forced annexation" of Tibet, while reiterating demands for freedom, human rights and genuine autonomy. ... read..

US: ICE Los Angeles arrests 26-year-old Indian national with prior property crime record

California | May 24, 2026 11:54:32 AM IST

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Los Angeles on Saturday (local time) reported the arrest of Parminderpal Singh, 26, an Indian national, on Thursday (local time). ... read..

White House shooting: Trump thanks law enforcement after gunman shot dead; reiterates call for strengthening national security

Washington DC | May 24, 2026 11:54:30 AM IST

US President Donald Trump on Sunday thanked the law enforcement authorities and the Secret Service agents for the swift action in gunning down the person responsible for a shooting incident near the White House. ... read..

High-stakes US-Iran 60-day ceasefire memorandum nears final approval: Report

Washington DC | May 24, 2026 11:24:49 AM IST

A high-stakes memorandum for a 60-day ceasefire between the United States and Iran is in its final stages, with negotiators working to close remaining gaps and avert further escalation in the region, including reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the res ... read..

Cultural Diplomacy: German delegation attends Shiv Mahapuran Katha in Gujarat

Gujarat | May 24, 2026 11:24:46 AM IST

A German delegation paid a visit to the Deendayal Port Authority, where it also attended the Shiv Mahapuran Katha organised on the occasion of Purushottam Maas at the Port's township, strengthening global friendships through culture, spirituality and shar ... read..

China-India medical milestone: Wuhan doctor executes remote robotic surgery 3,000 km away

Wuhan | May 24, 2026 9:54:23 AM IST

Indian urologist Dr Syed Mohammed Ghouse successfully conducted a robot-assisted bladder reconnection surgery on a patient in Hyderbad while operating remotely from Wuhan, showcasing a major advancement in cross-border telemedicine and robotic healthcare ... read..

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