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UN chief Guterres condemns Houthi strike on Saudi Arabia's Riyadh airport
New York | October 11, 2026 9:32:15 AM IST
International condemnation has intensified following an attack carried out by Houthi forces targeting King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, which sparked widespread global concern amid ongoing regional hostilities. ... read..


Flood sweeps several houses in Nepal's Gorkha, warning issued along Budhi Gandaki River settlements
Kathmandu | October 11, 2026 9:32:13 AM IST
A sudden surge in the water level of the Budhi Gandaki River has swept away several houses in Gorkha, Nepal, prompting authorities to issue warnings and evacuation orders for settlements along the river on Sunday morning. ... read..


Flood sweeps away several houses in Nepal's Gorkha, warning issued along Budhi Gandaki River settlements
Kathmandu | October 11, 2026 9:32:09 AM IST
A sudden surge in the water level of the Budhi Gandaki River has swept away several houses in Gorkha, Nepal, prompting authorities to issue warnings and evacuation orders for settlements along the river on Sunday morning. ... read..


Trump says Iran may "ramp up actions" before midterms, hints at renaming Strait of Hormuz
Washington, DC | October 11, 2026 8:31:55 AM IST
US President Donald Trump stated on Saturday that Tehran may ramp up its actions against Washington ahead of the November 3 midterm elections, noting that the American administration believes Iran is acting under the impression that such measures would in ... read..


Three Indians rescued from Black Sea vessel attack depart Romania for India
Bucharest | October 11, 2026 7:32:10 AM IST
Three Indian nationals, rescued from the commercial vessel MV Royad Mammadov that came under attack in the Black Sea on Monday, have departed for India, the Embassy of India in Bucharest said on Saturday (local time). ... read..


CM Fadnavis hosts Akie Abe in Mumbai, says Maharashtra looks forward to "strengthening beautiful bond with Japan"
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | October 11, 2026 7:02:21 AM IST
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday welcomed Akie Abe, wife of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, at his official residence 'Varsha' in Mumbai and highlighted the deep-rooted cultural and spiritual ties between India and Japan ... read..


Musk steps up Starlink push, says "competition would benefit Indians", hits out at "army of Internet shills"
Austin (Texas) | October 11, 2026 7:02:20 AM IST
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, who also heads satellite communications company Starlink, on Saturday (local time) further argued for Starlinks proposal for commercial operations in the Indian market, arguing that competition would give consumers more choices.He ... read..


"How nice I've been to them": Trump says Iran may "do little bit extra" before US midterm elections
Tennessee | October 11, 2026 6:32:54 AM IST
US President Donald Trump on Saturday (local time) said that Iran may "do a little bit extra" before the November 3 midterm elections, adding that the US could end it "really quick" amid tension between the two nations. ... read..


Jaishankar meets Ethiopian Investments Holdings CEO, discusses deeper investment ties
Addis Ababa | October 11, 2026 6:32:53 AM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday said he discussed ways to deepen investment partnerships between India and Ethiopia during a meeting with Brook Taye, CEO of Ethiopian Investments Holdings, in Addis Ababa on Saturday (local time). ... read..


"Hero of humanity": Herzog to honour Capt Smit Machchhar with Israeli Presidential Award for Civilian Heroism
Tel Aviv | October 11, 2026 5:02:05 AM IST
Israeli President Isaac Herzog on Saturday (local time) praised Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar for his courage in averting a potential catastrophe aboard a flydubai flight on September 30 and announced that he would confer Israels Presidential Award ... read..


Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport attack kills 12, injures 309: GACA
Riyadh | October 11, 2026 5:02:04 AM IST
At least 12 people were killed and 309 injured in an attack targeting King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on Saturday, Saudi Arabia's General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) said in an update on Sunday. ... read..


EAM Jaishankar expresses solidarity with Panama following 7.7 magnitude earthquake
New Delhi | October 11, 2026 4:02:25 AM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday expressed solidarity with the government and people of Panama following an earthquake on October 9, extending prayers to those injured and affected by the disaster. ... read..


India rejects OHCHR remarks on detentions in Delhi, calls concerns "misplaced"
Geneva | October 11, 2026 3:33:03 AM IST
India on Saturday rejected the concerns expressed by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) over the reported detentions of protesters in New Delhi, calling the remarks "misplaced" and an "unwarranted interference" in ... read..


Trump says "will make a decision" on joining Saudi Arabia in strikes against Houthis after Riyadh airport attack
Washington DC | October 11, 2026 3:02:15 AM IST
US President Donald Trump on Saturday (local time) said Washington will "take a look at joining Saudi Arabia in striking the Houthis, following the latest attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. ... read..


Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport targeted again, operations suspended; multiple injuries reported: GACA
Riyadh | October 11, 2026 2:32:17 AM IST
King Khalid International Airport in Saudi Arabia's capital, Riyadh, was targeted in another attack on Saturday (local time), leaving multiple people injured and forcing a temporary suspension of airport operations, the Kingdom's General Authority of Civi ... read..


New Zealand eyes deeper role in Exercise Tarang Shakti; Defence Adviser says maritime a key area of cooperation with India
By Amrashree Mishra

Jodhpur (Rajasthan) | October 11, 2026 1:32:25 AM IST
New Zealand Defence Adviser Commodore Andrew Dowling on Saturday said his country wants to be more involved in India's multinational air combat exercise Tarang Shakti, highlighting the growing momentum in bilateral defence ties and identifying maritime co ... read..


A war criminal with blood on his hands: Araghchi slams Netanyahu, says he is saving himself using US blood, treasure
Tehran | October 11, 2026 12:02:40 AM IST
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Saturday launched a sharp attack on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling him a "wanted war criminal" and accusing him of seeking to save himself politically at the cost of American lives and r ... read..


Trump suggests "new President" for Ukraine, a day after diesel deal with Russia
Washington DC | October 11, 2026 12:02:37 AM IST
US President Donald Trump on Saturday suggested that Ukraine should elect a "new President" capable of negotiating a deal to end the conflict with Russia, while warning Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy against targeting Russian oil refineries, a da ... read..


Bangladesh: Rabindranath Tagores graffiti defaced with black ink; four detained for questioning
Dhaka | October 10, 2026 11:33:04 PM IST
Four people have been detained for questioning after black ink was smeared on graffiti depicting Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore on a wall in front of the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy in Dhaka's Segunbagicha area, police said on Saturday. ... read..


"Same procedures here in India as back home": European Air Chiefs praise seamless integration at Tarang Shakti
Jodhpur (Rajasthan) | October 10, 2026 11:33:00 PM IST
Seamless operational synergy and standardised combat procedures have made flying in India's desert skies identical to operating in European airspace, military chiefs from European partner nations highlighted during the multinational Exercise Tarang Shakti ... read..


UAE National Guard rescues 22 people after oil tanker catches fire in Arabian Gulf
Middle East | October 10, 2026 11:32:56 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 10 (ANI/WAM): The Coast Guard Division of the UAE National Guard Command has rescued 22 Asian nationals after a fire broke out aboard an oil tanker in the Arabian Gulf. ... read..


"Will not bow to nuclear blackmail": India draws three red lines in sharp rebuttal to Pakistan at UN
New York | October 10, 2026 11:32:54 PM IST
In a sharp rebuttal delivered at the UN General Assembly First Committee, India warned that nuclear weapons must not be treated as routine instruments of statecraft and firmly asserted that New Delhi will not bow to nuclear blackmail," exercising India ... read..


IDF launches interceptor at suspicious aerial target in southern Lebanon
Middle East | October 10, 2026 11:32:52 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], October 10 (ANI/TPS): The IDF launched an interceptor toward a suspicious aerial target detected in an area of southern Lebanon where Israeli troops are operating, the military said. ... read..


UAE participates in 12th GCC Labour Ministers Committee meeting in Bahrain
Middle East | October 10, 2026 11:32:50 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], October 10 (ANI/WAM): Abdulrahman Al Awar, Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation and Acting Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, participated in the 12th meeting of the Labour Ministers Committee of the Gulf Cooperati ... read..


UNHRC expresses concerns over reported detentions during CJP-led protests in Delhi
Geneva | October 10, 2026 11:02:56 PM IST
The United Nations Human Rights Office on Saturday expressed concern over reports of detentions of demonstrators, protest leaders, civil society members, lawyers and journalists in the national capital before and during the protests led by the Cockroach J ... read..


Mass shooting in Pennsylvania leaves at least nine dead including two children
Pennsylvania | October 10, 2026 10:32:37 PM IST
A mass shooting and hours-long standoff in Erie, Pennsylvania, left nine people dead, including two children. CBS News, citing local media reports, indicated that law enforcement was dispatched to Perry Street around 5 PM on Friday following witness accou ... read..


Russia's Presidential aide says Putin-Trump talk "very substantive", plans for in-person meeting at APEC summit in China
Moscow | October 10, 2026 9:31:46 PM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump held a "very substantive" and friendly telephone conversation lasting an hour and a half, during which they discussed economic initiatives, energy supplies and international issues, with both ... read..


India-UAE joint military exercise Mountain Guardian 2026 continues in full swing in Uttarakhand
Chaubatia (Uttarakhand) | October 10, 2026 9:31:36 PM IST
The India-UAE Joint Military Exercise MOUNTAIN GUARDIAN 2026 is in full swing at the Foreign Training Node, Chaubatia, Uttarakhand. ... read..


"Attack on inviolability, dignity of the person": Pope Leo criticises Trump's approval of firing-squad execution of Nidal Hasan
Europe | October 10, 2026 9:02:14 PM IST
Pope Leo XIV on Saturday criticised US President Donald Trump's approval of the execution of convicted Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan by firing squad, reiterating the Catholic Church's opposition to capital punishment and describing the death penalty ... read..


Zelenskyy expresses disappointment over US-Russia diesel deal, says it signals "attacks can continue"
Kyiv | October 10, 2026 8:03:07 PM IST
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Saturday expressed disappointment over the US' diesel deal with Russia and asserted that Moscow relies on prolonged warfare, civilian terror, and infrastructure destruction, adding that the relief signals "the at ... read..


"Must not bow our heads in face of bullying and unfair treatment": Pezeshkian
Tehran | October 10, 2026 8:03:01 PM IST
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Saturday that Tehran must stand strong against "bullying and unfair treatment" and use modern technology like artificial intelligence to build up the country. ... read..


Palestinian President postpones legislative elections from Nov 2026 to Sept 2027, to hold simultaneous presidential polls
Ramallah | October 10, 2026 7:33:31 PM IST
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Saturday issued a decree shifting the date for simultaneous presidential and legislative elections to September 11, 2027. The order officially repealed an earlier decree that had set parliamentary elections for Novem ... read..


Trump again laments not winning "Noble Peace Prize"
Washington DC | October 10, 2026 7:33:02 PM IST
US President Donald Trump on Saturday continued to criticise the decision to award the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize to Indian-origin South African jurist Navi Pillay, claiming that he had settled eight wars, is close to ending or settling two more conflicts and ... read..


Indian Embassy in Japan honours Yoshimizu Kiyotaka for contributions to Indian philosophy, culture
Tokyo | October 10, 2026 6:32:43 PM IST
The Embassy of India in Japan presented the 36th Nakamura Gen Eastern Academic Award to Yoshimizu Kiyotaka of the Toyo Bunko Research Department, recognising his extensive research and significant contributions over many years to the study of Indian philo ... read..


You devoted your life to people who are denied their rights: Dalai Lama congratulates Navi Pillay on winning Nobel Peace Prize
Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | October 10, 2026 6:02:10 PM IST
The 14th Dalai Lama on Saturday congratulated Indian-origin South African jurist and human rights pioneer Navanethem "Navi" Pillay on being awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, praising her lifelong efforts for people denied their rights and her contributi ... read..


India-Qatar review entire gamut of bilateral ties, exchange views on West Asia at 6th FOC
New Delhi | October 10, 2026 5:32:42 PM IST
India and Qatar reviewed the entire gamut of bilateral relations, including political engagement, trade, investment, energy, security, consular affairs, education and cultural cooperation, and exchanged views on regional and multilateral issues of mutual ... read..


Chinese democracy groups condemn Ethnic Unity Law at New York conference
New York | October 10, 2026 5:32:19 PM IST
Overseas Chinese pro-democracy organisations, scholars and activists have condemned Chinas newly implemented Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress, alleging that it strengthens Beijings assimilation policies and threatens the cultural, religious an ... read..


WUC flags Uyghur rights concerns, welcomes EU Parliaments tougher stance on China
Munich | October 10, 2026 5:02:42 PM IST
The World Uyghur Congress has highlighted continuing concerns over the detention of Uyghur intellectuals and the protection of Uyghur cultural identity, while welcoming the European Parliaments tougher stance on China. ... read..


Jaishankar extends Independence Day greetings to Fiji, reaffirms commitment to stronger bilateral ties
New Delhi | October 10, 2026 4:32:31 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday extended warm greetings to the government and people of Fiji on the occasion of their Independence Day. ... read..


Pakistan: Karachis governance failures undermine climate resilience, worsen public health
Asia | October 10, 2026 4:02:40 PM IST
Karachi [Pakistan], October 10 (ANI) Karachis fragmented administration, unchecked urban expansion and persistent civic failures are undermining climate resilience and aggravating public health risks, experts warned at a conference, highlighting the Paki ... read..


Taiwan probes allegations against China-trained Doctor over suspected fake US medical degree
Taipei | October 10, 2026 3:32:43 PM IST
Taiwanese authorities are examining allegations that a China-trained doctor practising in southern Taiwan used a suspected forged United States medical diploma to obtain a licence and practise medicine under a different name. The case has renewed attentio ... read..


"No other connectivity issues": India on West Asia air traffic amid attacks in Saudi
New Delhi | October 10, 2026 3:02:00 PM IST
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has said there had been some disruptions following attacks in Saudi Arabia but maintained that there were no other connectivity issues and air traffic continued through airports across West Asia. ... read..


Amnesty International raises alarm over Pakistans Punjab Anti-terror law threatens fair trial rights
Islamabad | October 10, 2026 3:01:58 PM IST
Amnesty International has criticised Pakistans Punjab government over its controversial Anti-Terrorism (Punjab Amendment) Act, 2026, warning that the legislation undermines the right to a fair trial and creates conditions for secret judicial proceedings ... read..


Former Japan PM's wife Akie Abe, RSS General Secretary Hosabale discuss strengthening India-Japan ties
New Delhi | October 10, 2026 2:32:56 PM IST
Akie Abe, wife of former Japanese Prime Minister late Shinzo Abe, met RSS General Secretary Hosabale in New Delhi on Thursday to discuss strengthening India-Japan relations, with a focus on civilisational bonds and cultural cooperation. ... read..


Pakistani forces accused of killing Baloch farmer at Dalbandin checkpoint, BYC demands probe
Balochistan | October 10, 2026 1:32:06 PM IST
A 28-year-old farmer was reportedly shot dead and another man wounded after Pakistani military personnel opened fire at a checkpoint in Dalbandin, Balochistan, as reported by The Balochistan Post. ... read..


Karachi plunges into power crisis as K-Electric announces phased load shedding amid LNG shortage
Karachi | October 10, 2026 1:31:56 PM IST
Karachi is bracing for further electricity disruptions after K-Electric announced phased power cuts across the city, with pressure on its power network reportedly increasing due to overloading and a shortage of liquefied natural gas (LNG), as reported by ... read..


Skill development Ministry felicitates 'Team India' for historic WorldSkills Shanghai performance
New Delhi | October 10, 2026 12:31:50 PM IST
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship hosted a felicitation ceremony for Team India's young competitors following their historic performance at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026, where India secured its first-ever position among the world's top 1 ... read..


"Far more than necessary to win": Trump again takes credit for India-Pakistan ceasefire in Nobel Prize claim
Washington DC | October 10, 2026 12:01:55 PM IST
US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) again cited the India-Pakistan conflict among eight wars he claimed to have settled, asserting that his role in resolving the conflict alone was far more than necessary to win the Nobel Prize. ... read..


J&K integral part of India: India slams Pakistan at UN over "lies and falsehoods"
New York | October 10, 2026 12:31:48 PM IST
India on Friday (local time) slammed Pakistan at the United Nations for spreading lies and falsehoods about Jammu and Kashmir, asserting that the Union Territory is, and will always remain, an integral and inalienable part of India. ... read..


"I should have won 8 Nobel Peace Prizes": Trump slams Nobel Committee for awarding Navi Pillay
Washington DC | October 10, 2026 11:01:41 AM IST
US President Donald Trump on Saturday criticised the Norwegian Nobel Committee for awarding the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize to Indian-origin South African jurist Navi Pillay, claiming that he deserved the honour for his role in resolving conflicts across the w ... read..


Indian envoy Dinesh Trivedi attends Mahalaya celebrations at Dhakeshwari Temple in Dhaka
Dhaka | October 10, 2026 10:32:14 AM IST
Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Dinesh Trivedi on Saturday attended Mahalaya celebrations at Dhakeshwari Temple in Old Dhaka. ... read..


Politically motivated decisions will deeply harm US: Indian-American Congressman Thanedar on Trumps H-1B, Green Card move
Michigan | October 10, 2026 10:02:00 AM IST
Indian-American Congressman Shri Thanedar has criticised the Trump administrations decision to suspend certain companies from the Permanent Labor Certification (PERM) programme, opposing restrictions affecting H-1B visa holders seeking Green Cards and wa ... read..


"War will end either through battle" or through deal: Trump says Iran conflict to end "very soon"
New York | October 10, 2026 10:01:51 AM IST
US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) said the war with Iran would end "very soon", either through continued fighting or Tehran agreeing to sign an agreement on Washington's terms, while claiming that Russia was sending the United States millio ... read..


Putin says Russian oil supplies to US will "positively impact" global economy after Trump call
Moscow | October 10, 2026 8:32:09 AM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that proposed Russian oil and petroleum product supplies to the United States and global markets would positively impact the global economy, following a telephone conversation with US President Donald Trump on Fri ... read..


"One of the worst killers": Trump calls death penalty "very worthy way" to execute Fort Hood shooter
Washington DC | October 10, 2026 8:03:01 AM IST
US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) described the death penalty as "a very worthy way" of executing former US Army Major Nidal Hasan, convicted of killing 13 people in the 2009 mass shooting at Fort Hood, Texas, saying he did not care how the ... read..


USISPF highlights economic contribution of legal immigration amid US labour certification suspensions
Washington, DC | October 10, 2026 7:32:32 AM IST
The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) on Friday (local time) highlighted the economic contribution of legal immigration to the United States, emphasising the role of Indian Americans in driving innovation, creating jobs and strengthening the c ... read..


US Treasurys OFAC issues licence permitting Russian-origin diesel fuel imports until April 7, 2027
Washington DC | October 10, 2026 7:32:30 AM IST
The US Department of the Treasury has issued a general licence authorising certain transactions related to the sale, delivery, offloading and importation of diesel fuel originating in Russia until April 7, 2027. ... read..


UAE Attorney-General says flydubai co-pilot planned suicide attack on Tel Aviv airport
Abu Dhabi | October 10, 2026 7:32:21 AM IST
The UAE Attorney-General Counsellor Dr Hamad Saif Al Shamsi on Friday (local time) said an investigation into the incident involving flydubai flight FZ1073 revealed that the aircraft's Omani co-pilot had allegedly planned a terrorist attack to seize contr ... read..


Gagan Thapa elected Nepali Congress president with 6,584 votes, defeating Shyam Krishna Khadgi
Kathmandu | October 10, 2026 6:31:36 AM IST
Gagan Kumar Thapa was elected president of Nepal's Nepali Congress after securing 6,584 votes at the party's 15th General Convention, according to the official results announced by the party's Central Election Committee. ... read..


"Our relationship must evolve, keep pace with times": Jaishankar on India-Africa partnership
Addis Ababa | October 10, 2026 6:31:34 AM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasised the need for India and Africa to strengthen their historic partnership, advance self-reliance and push for reforms in global institutions, saying both sides must be fairly represented in international deci ... read..


Indian crew of 22 safe after drone attack on Panama-flagged oil tanker at Sharjah Anchorage: Sonowal
Sharjah | October 10, 2026 6:31:33 AM IST
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Saturday said all 22 Indian seafarers onboard Panama-flagged crude oil tanker MT GEM NO. 2 were safe after the vessel was subjected to a drone attack at Sharjah Anchorage on October 9. ... read..


Jaishankar calls on Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali, conveys PM Modis greetings
Addis Ababa | October 10, 2026 5:32:11 AM IST
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Friday (local time) called on Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali and conveyed the personal greetings of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while highlighting the growing momentum in India-Ethiopia bilateral ... read..


Trump hails Russia deal to supply diesel as "big deal" amid Zelenskyys criticism
Washington DC | October 10, 2026 5:01:58 AM IST
Amid Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's criticism of easing sanctions on Moscow without a de-escalation agreement, US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) hailed the diesel deal with Russia as a "big deal", thanking Russian President Vladi ... read..


Zelenskyy calls easing Russia sanctions on diesel without de-escalation agreement "obvious weakness"
Kyiv | October 10, 2026 4:31:09 AM IST
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday (local time) termed any easing of sanctions against Russia without a clear and lasting de-escalation agreement an obvious weakness, warning that allowing Moscow to sell petroleum products could prolong t ... read..


Trump appoints Katie Zacharia as White House Press Secretary, replacing Karoline Leavitt
Washington DC | October 10, 2026 4:31:07 AM IST
US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) announced the appointment of Katie Zacharia as the next White House Press Secretary, praising her as a great person and expressing confidence that she would deliver strong results for the country. ... read..


7.7-magnitude earthquake strikes Panama, tsunami threat issued for nine countries in Central and South America
Others | October 10, 2026 3:01:28 AM IST
Panama City [Panama], October 10 (AN): An earthquake of magnitude 7.7 struck off Panama on Friday night. The US Embassy in Panama warned of possible aftershocks and potential tsunami threats across nine countries in Central and South America. ... read..


US Congressman Krishnamoorthi honours Indian pilot Smit Machchhar in Congressional Record for bravery during flydubai cockpit attack
Washington DC | October 10, 2026 3:01:24 AM IST
US Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi on Friday (local time) honoured Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar in the Congressional Record for his extraordinary bravery and lifesaving actions during an alleged hijacking attempt aboard flydubai flight 1073, saying ... read..


India to make debut with first pavilion at Frances Euronaval exhibition
By Arvind Singh Dhankhar

Toulon | October 10, 2026 2:31:33 AM IST
India will make its debut with a dedicated pavilion at the upcoming Euronaval exhibition in France, with around 10 Indian companies set to participate, Euronaval General Commissioner Guillaume Merveilleux du Vignaux said. He highlighted the potential for ... read..


Trump says Russia to supply millions of tonnes of diesel to US and global markets after "successful" talks with Putin
Washington DC | October 10, 2026 2:31:28 AM IST
US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) said that Russia would immediately supply over 300,000 tonnes of diesel fuel to American and global markets, followed by additional shipments in the coming months. ... read..


Six G7 allies "strongly disagree" with US sanctions on International Criminal Court
Washington DC | October 10, 2026 2:01:54 AM IST
Six members of the Group of Seven (G7) on Friday (local time) expressed strong disagreement with the United States' decision to impose sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC), reaffirming their "continued and unwavering support" for the court' ... read..


EAM Jaishankar meets Ethiopian FM during visit, holds talks on trade, security, tech, India-AU Partnership
Addis Ababa | October 10, 2026 12:02:27 AM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday held wide-ranging discussions with his Ethiopian counterpart, Foreign Minister Gedion Timothewos Hessebon, on strengthening bilateral ties, including trade, investment, infrastructure, maritime security, te ... read..


MEA reiterates Ganga Water Treaty discussions held under Joint Rivers Commission framework
New Delhi | October 9, 2026 11:31:49 PM IST
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday reiterated that discussions on river-related and water-related matters between India and Bangladesh take place within the framework of the Joint Rivers Commission (JRC), amid Dhaka's push for a new or revis ... read..


Will not be deterred: ICC rejects US sanctions, says move aims to intimidate staff, cooperators
The Hague | October 9, 2026 11:02:30 PM IST
The International Criminal Court (ICC) on Friday strongly rejected the United States' decision to impose sanctions against the institution, stating that the move was aimed at disrupting its operations and intimidating those who work for or cooperate with ... read..


US imposes sanctions on ICC after former judge wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
Washington DC | October 9, 2026 10:01:55 PM IST
Hours after Indian-origin South African jurist and former International Criminal Court (ICC) judge Navanethem "Navi" Pillay was awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, the United States on Friday announced sanctions against the ICC, citing concerns over Ameri ... read..


Bangladesh condemns Houthi attacks on civilian infrastructure in Saudi Arabia
Dhaka | October 9, 2026 9:32:18 PM IST
Bangladesh on Friday strongly condemned the recent Houthi attacks on civilian infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, including airports, stating that such actions violate international law, endanger innocent lives and threaten regional stability. ... read..


Rosatom commits to early grid synchronization for Rooppur nuclear plant during talks with Bangladesh Minister
Moscow | October 9, 2026 9:32:09 PM IST
Russia's state nuclear energy corporation Rosatom has committed to connecting the first unit of Bangladesh's Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant (RNPP) to the country's national grid on an experimental basis in the shortest possible time. ... read..


US lawmakers push bill against China-linked transnational repression
Washington DC | October 9, 2026 9:02:35 PM IST
US lawmakers are urging Congress to pass bipartisan legislation to counter foreign governments alleged attempts to intimidate and surveil individuals on American soil, following the Federal Bureau of Investigations arrest of a woman accused of acting as ... read..


Pakistan: Doctor shortage leaves Attocks Chhab Health Centre in crisis
Rawalpindi | October 9, 2026 9:02:32 PM IST
The Maryam Nawaz Health Centre in Chhab, located in Jand tehsil of Attock district, is facing a severe healthcare crisis due to prolonged staff shortages, forcing patients to depend on a dispenser for medical consultations and prescriptions. Several resid ... read..


UNMOGIP outlived its relevance after Simla Agreement: MEA on UNSG visit to Islamabad
New Delhi | October 9, 2026 9:02:25 PM IST
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday reiterated India's position that the United Nations Military Observer Group in India and Pakistan (UNMOGIP) has outlived its relevance following the 1972 Simla Agreement between India and Pakistan, respondi ... read..


Chinas ethnic unity law sparks fear of forced assimilation in Tibet
Copenhagen | October 9, 2026 9:02:17 PM IST
Tibetan representative Tsering Yangkey has urged Danish lawmakers to address the threat posed by Chinas so-called Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress to Tibets language, religion and cultural identity during a two-day visit to Denmark on October ... read..


Balochistan judge reported missing while travelling from Quetta to Panjgur
Balochistan | October 9, 2026 9:02:15 PM IST
An additional sessions judge in Pakistans restive Balochistan province has reportedly gone missing while travelling from Quetta to Panjgur, prompting concerns from the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP), which has urged authorities to locate him ... read..


"We strongly condemn all anti-India activities": MEA condemns SFJ's Edmonton 'Referendum'
New Delhi | October 9, 2026 8:32:20 PM IST
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday issued a strong condemnation of ongoing anti-India activities operating out of Canadian soil, specifically addressing a planned "referendum" organised by the banned pro-Khalistan separatist outfit Sikhs for ... read..


Pakistans fire safety failures exposed as hundreds of Karachi buildings remain unsafe
Karachi | October 9, 2026 8:32:07 PM IST
Serious shortcomings in Pakistans fire safety enforcement have raised concerns over public safety in Sindh, where hundreds of buildings remain vulnerable to fire hazards amid delayed inspections and inadequate preventive measures, as reported by Dawn. ... read..


Estonia Minister "warmly welcomes" Indian talent under e-residency programme as US suspends PERM
By By Sahil Pandey

New Delhi | October 9, 2026 7:03:05 PM IST
Estonia has invited Indian IT professionals and companies to explore opportunities in Europe through its e-residency programme, with the country's Minister of Justice and Digital Affairs, Liisa Pakosta, saying that Indian talent is "warmly welcome" in the ... read..


GoF on S4 aims to boost maritime cooperation, ensure seafarers safety into global discourse: MEA
New Delhi | October 9, 2026 7:02:57 PM IST
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday said the newly formed 'Group of Friends on Safety and Security of Shipping and Seafarers' (GoF on S4) aims to bring maritime stakeholders together to strengthen international cooperation and place the safet ... read..


AI needs international regulations, safeguards against propaganda: Estonian Minister Liisa Pakosta
By Sahil Pandey

New Delhi | October 9, 2026 6:33:05 PM IST
Amid growing global calls for stronger safeguards and a coordinated approach to the rapid development of artificial intelligence, Estonias Minister of Justice and Digital Affairs, Liisa Pakosta, on Friday stressed the need for international regulations, ... read..


Estonia strongly backs India-EU FTA, sees major opportunities in digital services: Estonian Minister
By Sahil Pandey

New Delhi | October 9, 2026 6:03:11 PM IST
Estonia is a strong supporter of the proposed India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and sees significant opportunities to expand digital services, technology partnerships and business collaboration with India, Minister of Justice and Digital Aff ... read..


H-1B visa validity not affected by PERM's suspension: MEA, slams Vance's remarks as "unwarranted"
New Delhi | October 9, 2026 5:32:23 PM IST
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday clarified that the US government's suspension of certain companies from the Permanent Labor Certification (PERM) programme does not, by itself, affect the validity of existing H-1B visas or the status of vi ... read..


European Parliament rejects Chinas pressure on Taiwan, calls for closer EU-Taiwan Ties
Taipei | October 9, 2026 5:32:05 PM IST
The European Parliament has adopted a recommendation rejecting Chinas efforts to restrict Taiwans participation in international organisations and exchanges, while calling for stronger economic, technological and security cooperation between the Europea ... read..


Timor-Leste ambassador to Brazil highlights Portuguese languages role in national identity and global engagement
Brasilia | October 9, 2026 4:34:45 PM IST
Timor-Lestes ambassador to Brazil, Maria Angela Carrascalao, has highlighted the importance of the Community of Portuguese-Speaking Countries (CPLP) in strengthening her countrys institutions, expanding economic cooperation and building international pa ... read..


'Voice for Baloch Missing Persons' raises alarm over mounting enforced disappearances in Balochistan
Balochistan | October 9, 2026 4:34:39 PM IST
Families in Quetta and Hub have renewed demands for the recovery of six men they say have been forcibly disappeared, as the protest camp of the Voice for Baloch Missing Persons (VBMP) outside the Quetta Press Club entered its 6,382nd consecutive day. Rela ... read..


3 Saudi citizens reportedly killed in Houthi attacks on Riyadh airport; 'Saudia' employee among victims
Riyadh | October 9, 2026 4:33:54 PM IST
Three Saudi citizens were killed and several others injured in two separate attacks targeting King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on Thursday, Saudi Arabias General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) said in an official statement on Friday, while ... read..


Pakistan: JPMC doctors protest as salary crisis exposes Sindhs administrative failure
Karachi | October 9, 2026 4:33:48 PM IST
Young doctors at the Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre (JPMC) in Karachi staged a protest over the non-payment of their salaries for three consecutive months, accusing the hospital administration and the Sindh government of failing to resolve the issue, ... read..


"Ready to do everything in our power": Putin pledges Russia's support to Iran amid conflict with US
Turkmenbashi | October 9, 2026 4:33:44 PM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday said that Moscow was ready to do everything in its power to help Iran resolve the ongoing regional conflict with the US-Israel, as he met Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in Turkmenistan and discussed bilate ... read..


Indian-origin South African jurist Navi Pillay wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
Oslo | October 9, 2026 4:33:31 PM IST
Indian-origin South African jurist and human rights pioneer Navanethem Navi Pillay, former United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, was awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize on Friday for her efforts to promote peace and international law, the No ... read..


Deeply offensive: MEA condemns Vances "indentured servants' remark on H-1B workers, says it carries colonial connotations
New Delhi | October 9, 2026 2:02:26 PM IST
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday condemned US Vice President JD Vances description of H-1B visa workers as indentured servants, calling the terminology deeply offensive and saying it carries painful historical and colonial legacy conn ... read..


Malaysia can be India's gateway to ASEAN: Malaysian Plantation Minister sees scope for deeper economic ties
By Amrashree Mishra

Kuala Lumpur | October 9, 2026 2:02:11 PM IST
Malaysia can serve as a strategic gateway for Indian companies seeking to expand into the wider ASEAN market, Minister of Plantation and Commodities Noraini Ahmad said, highlighting opportunities to strengthen economic cooperation under the ASEAN-India fr ... read..


"Partnerships that go beyond buying and selling": Malaysia eyes expanding trade beyond crude palm oil in India
By Amrashree Mishra

Kuala Lumpur | October 9, 2026 1:32:24 PM IST
Malaysia is looking to deepen its palm oil trade with India by expanding cooperation beyond crude palm oil into higher-value products, research and technology, with the two countries exploring opportunities to strengthen business partnerships and investme ... read..


Nepals largest opposition party Nepali Congress votes to elect high-profile officials
Kathmandu | October 9, 2026 1:31:55 PM IST
Nepals largest opposition party, the Nepali Congress, on Friday is electing high-post officials a year ahead of the local polls after facing a setback in the March election. ... read..


Akasa Air extends Riyadh flight cancellation till Oct 10 amid evolving security situation
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | October 9, 2026 12:02:24 PM IST
Indian airline Akasa Air has extended the cancellation of its flights to Riyadh till October 10, citing the evolving security situation in the Saudi Arabian capital. ... read..


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