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Iranian drones strike sensitive locations in Israel's Haifa port as IRGC launches 82nd wave of attack
Tehran | March 27, 2026 4:21:34 AM IST
The Iranian Army on Thursday (local time) stated that it had targeted sensitive locations in Israel's strategic Haifa port with drones late Wednesday night, amid the conflict in West Asia, describing the US-Israeli joint military strikes on February 28 as ... read..


MoS Singh highlights "resilient, forward-looking" India-Bangladesh ties on 56th Independence Day of Bangladesh
New Delhi | March 27, 2026 4:21:31 AM IST
Union Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh underscored the enduring strength of Indo-Bangladesh ties, describing the partnership as strategic and people-focused and both resilient and forward-looking while addressing the National Day ... read..


Senior commander of Hezbollah anti-tank array Mohammad Bashir eliminated, says IDF
Tel Aviv | March 27, 2026 3:51:45 AM IST
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Thursday (local time) announced that a senior commander in Hezbollah's anti-tank array, Hassan Mohammad Bashir, has been "eliminated" in operations targeting militant infrastructure in the region. ... read..


Jaishankar, French Foreign Minister discuss situation in West Asia
Paris | March 27, 2026 3:21:50 AM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Jean-Nol Barrot on the sidelines of the G7 Foreign Ministers' meeting and discussed the situation created by conflict in West Asia. ... read..


"It's an option": Trump on seizing control of Iran's oil supply amid West Asia conflict
Washington DC | March 27, 2026 2:51:54 AM IST
US President Donald Trump said that taking control of Iran's oil supply remains "an option", although he did not elaborate when asked about the possibility amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia. ... read..


Trump extends pause on strikes on Iran's energy infra for 10 more days till April 6 amid talks
Washington DC | March 27, 2026 2:51:49 AM IST
US President Donald Trump on Thursday (local time) stated that he is extending the pause on strikes targeting Iran's energy infrastructure for an additional 10 days, until Monday, April 6, 2026, as part of the ongoing diplomatic talks between the sides am ... read..


Air India updates West Asia schedule, to run 22 flights on March 27 amid high demand
New Delhi | March 27, 2026 2:21:32 AM IST
Air India and Air India Express announced an updated international flight schedule for March 27, confirming the operation of 22 scheduled and non-scheduled services between India and key destinations in the West Asia region, the airline said in an offici ... read..


"I don't know yet": Trump on extending Iran's deadline on reopening Hormuz, says "have a lot of time"
Washington DC | March 27, 2026 2:21:25 AM IST
US President Donald Trump said he is uncertain whether he will enforce or extend the deadline set for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, indicating that a final decision is yet to be made as diplomatic engagement continues amid the conflict in West Asia ... read..


Iran allows 10 boats of oil through Hormuz via Pakistani-flagged tankers as "present": Trump
Washington DC | March 27, 2026 1:51:33 AM IST
US President Donald Trump said that Iran allowed 10 oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz as a "present" to the United States amid ongoing negotiations between Tehran and Washington as the conflict continues in West Asia, calling it a significa ... read..


Nepal Interim PM Karki hails "Gen-Z mandate" on eve of Balen Shah's swearing-in
Kathmandu | March 27, 2026 1:22:55 AM IST
Nepal's interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki on Thursday evening made her final address to the nation ahead of the new government formation scheduled for Friday under the prime ministership of Balendra Shah, aka Balen. ... read..


US Treasury Secretary predicts lower energy prices and "absolute security" as Gulf trade resumes
Washington, DC | March 27, 2026 1:22:47 AM IST
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has projected a significant cooling of global inflationary pressures, asserting that energy prices and inflation will be lower once the current conflict in West Asia concludes with what he described as "absolute securit ... read..


Youth must bridge China-India ties, avoid 'information cocoons': Chinese Amb Xu Feihong
New Delhi | March 27, 2026 1:22:45 AM IST
Chinese Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, on Thursday called upon the youth of China and India to foster "objective and rational" views of one another, urging them to step out of "information cocoons" and resist narratives that deliberately amplify differe ... read..


Trump calls Iranians "lousy fighters but great negotiators" as he claims Tehran is "begging" for a deal
Washington, DC | March 26, 2026 11:52:03 PM IST
US President Donald Trump has offered a characteristically blunt assessment of the ongoing conflict with Tehran, characterising the Iranian leadership as "lousy fighters but great negotiators." ... read..


Trump slams "disappointing" NATO for inaction, claims US forces have destroyed Iranian military leadership
Washington, DC | March 26, 2026 11:21:45 PM IST
US President Donald Trump has launched a sharp critique against NATO, accusing the alliance of failing to provide support as the military continues operations against Iran. ... read..


Trump again claims credit for India-Pak ceasefire, also says he solved conflicts that had been going on for decades
Washington, DC | March 26, 2026 11:21:43 PM IST
US President Donald Trump again claimed on Thursday that he brokered a ceasefire between "nuclear nations" India and Pakistan during Operation Sindoor and said he had solved conflicts that had been going on for over three decades. ... read..


Digital cooperation key to global development goals: GIWEH at UNHRC
Geneva | March 26, 2026 11:21:41 PM IST
At the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva, the Global Institute for Water, Environment and Health (GIWEH) hosted a side event exploring how digital innovation and South-South cooperation can advance the Right to Development. ... read..


Pakistan faces global heat at UNHRC over abuses in Balochistan
Geneva | March 26, 2026 10:21:35 PM IST
Members of the Baloch National Movement (BNM) staged a protest rally in Geneva on the sidelines of the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), drawing attention to alleged human rights violations in Pakistan's Balochistan province ... read..


PM Modi to attend G7 summit in France
New Delhi | March 26, 2026 10:21:33 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to travel to France to attend the G7 summit scheduled to take place from June 15 to 17. ... read..


WTO Chief: Global trade system faces uncertainty amid changes
Yaounde | March 26, 2026 9:51:52 PM IST
At the 14th WTO ministerial conference, WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala addressed the gathering with a stark message about the changing global trade landscape. ... read..


"They are begging for a deal," says Trump after claiming Iran wanted him as new Ayatollah
Washington DC | March 26, 2026 9:51:45 PM IST
As the US confirmed offering a 15 point peace plan to Iran the spotlight was once again on President Trump. At a meeting of his cabinet the President once again claimed that Iran was 'begging' to make a deal. Iran has officially rejected the 15 point peac ... read..


Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff confirms Pakistan acting as intermediary between US, Iran
Washington, DC | March 26, 2026 9:51:44 PM IST
United States Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff said on Thursday that 15-point action list that forms the framework for a peace deal given to Iran has been circulated through the Pakistani government and if a deal happens, "it will be great f ... read..


China's policies drive Tibet to zero score in freedom rankings
Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | March 26, 2026 9:21:34 PM IST
Tibet has once again been ranked among the least free regions globally, receiving a zero score in the Freedom in the World 2026 report released by Freedom House. The findings mark the third straight year that Tibet has remained at the very bottom of globa ... read..


"We continue to forcefully strike": Netanyahu confirms elimination of IRGC Navy Commander who "led the closure" of Hormuz
Tel Aviv | March 26, 2026 7:51:37 PM IST
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) have confirmed the elimination of the top command of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, including its commander and the head of its intelligence division. ... read..


Balen set to take oath as Nepal PM on Friday, RSP choose him as parliamentary leader
Kathmandu | March 26, 2026 7:21:41 PM IST
The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has unanimously approved the proposal of appointing senior leader Balendra Shah as parliamentary party leader, paving the way for his appointment as the next Prime Minister. ... read..


Nepal's new parliament session convenes 1st meeting, newly elected MP's take oath
Kathmandu | March 26, 2026 7:21:39 PM IST
The first meeting of Nepal's new Parliament after the elections early this month convened on Thursday, with newly elected members taking the oath of office and secrecy. The previous Parliament was dissolved in September 2025 after the Gen-Z protest. ... read..


Abu Dhabi: Indian national among two killed by missile debris
Abu Dhabi | March 26, 2026 7:21:35 PM IST
An Indian national is among two individuals who tragically lost their lives following a ballistic missile interception over Abu Dhabi on Thursday. One Indian national is also injured in the incident. ... read..


"If the war were to end right now, I wouldn't consider it a success": Former advisor to Netanyahu, Daniel Rubenstein
Tel Aviv | March 26, 2026 6:52:18 PM IST
As the conflict in West Asia continues both sides appear to have hardened their positions on a possible peace deal. For both the US and Israel securing guarantees from Iran on its nuclear program and free transit through Strait of Hormuz are key objective ... read..


India, China should should strengthen coordination, "jointly safeguard legitimate rights" of Global South: Envoy Xu Feihong
New Delhi | March 26, 2026 6:52:16 PM IST
Chinese Envoy Xu Feihong has called for strengthening bilateral cooperation to "jointly safeguard the legitimate rights" of the Global South, and "prevent the world from reverting to the law of the jungle." ... read..


"Pakistan not an honest broker" says former envoy to Iran Dinkar Srivastava on reports of Islamabad playing mediator in West Asia
New Delhi | March 26, 2026 6:52:05 PM IST
Even as US and Israel play a cat and mouse diplomatic game on a possible peace settlement, reports suggest that Islamabad may play broker between the two sides. ... read..


Zelenskyy emphasises growing Middle East partnership to strengthen Ukraine's defence
Kyiv | March 26, 2026 6:21:47 PM IST
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has underscored Ukraine's increasing engagement with countries in the Middle East and the Gulf, particularly in light of the growing interest in Ukraine's experience in defending against drone attacks. ... read..


Chinese envoy calls for "actively pursuing mutually beneficial cooperation"
New Delhi | March 26, 2026 6:21:45 PM IST
Chinese Ambassador Xu Feihong on Thursday stressed that Chinese and Indian youth should "deepen exchanges and cooperation" in emerging fields such as artificial intelligence, digital economy, and green technology." ... read..


Trump claims Iran "begging" for deal, warns "there is no turning back" as tensions escalate
Washington, DC | March 26, 2026 6:21:42 PM IST
US President Donald Trump has significantly intensified his rhetoric against Tehran, asserting that Iranian negotiators are "begging" for a diplomatic resolution despite their public claims of merely "looking at our proposal." ... read..


UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urges diplomacy to end Middle East Conflict
Brussels | March 26, 2026 5:22:06 PM IST
In an urgent appeal to the global community, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed grave concerns about the escalating conflict in the Middle East. ... read..


"Most extensive": IRGC targets US-Israeli assets in 82nd wave of retaliatory missile and drone operations
Tehran | March 26, 2026 4:51:52 PM IST
The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has initiated its 82nd wave of retaliatory strikes against the US-Israeli coalition, deploying a diverse arsenal of missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles. According to a report by Iran's state media, Press TV, th ... read..


Geneva: Global concern grows over Pakistan's reported attacks on Afghan civilians
Geneva | March 26, 2026 4:51:49 PM IST
Activists and community representatives voiced alarm over the reported bombardment of civilians in Afghanistan by Pakistan on the sidelines of the 61st Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva. ... read..


"Man in a burning building offering you spare room": US war expert Col Douglas Macgregor on Pakistan's mediation push in West Asia conflict
New Delhi | March 26, 2026 5:21:54 PM IST
Geopolitical risk advisor and former US Army combatant, Colonel Douglas Macgregor (retd) has questioned the credibility of Pakistan, which is attempting to position itself in a negotiating role in the West Asia crisis, stating that the country faces sever ... read..


Pakistan accused of "war crimes" and systemic abductions by activist Arif Aajakia in Geneva
Geneva | March 26, 2026 4:21:48 PM IST
Human rights activist Arif Aajakia has levelled serious allegations against Pakistan, claiming widespread enforced disappearances, extrajudicial killings, and systemic suppression of dissent across regions, including Balochistan, Sindh, and Khyber Pakhtun ... read..


"It's not for the US to dictate terms": Former diplomat Vidya Bhushan Soni on Trump's ceasfire claims
New Delhi | March 26, 2026 3:21:29 PM IST
Former senior diplomat Vidya Bhushan Soni said on Thursday that the ongoing differences between the United States and Iran over ceasefire negotiations reflect diplomatic challenges, stressing that conflicts cannot be resolved through unilateral announceme ... read..


Hezbollah chief vows "confrontation over surrender," rejecting negotiations under fire to thwart "Greater Israel" project
Beirut | March 26, 2026 3:21:22 PM IST
In a defiant televised address, Hezbollah Secretary-General Sheikh Naim Qassem declared that the Lebanese movement has opted for the "path of confrontation over surrender." He asserted that its forces are prepared to combat the "US-Israeli project" with a ... read..


Political repression, disappearances in Pakistan highlighted at UNHRC
Geneva | March 26, 2026 2:51:27 PM IST
Pakistan's human rights situation came under sharp scrutiny at a side event during the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), where speakers raised concerns over political repression, enforced disappearances, and alleged violatio ... read..


Israel media claims Iran Naval commander killed in strike, no confirmation from Iran
Tehran | March 26, 2026 2:51:24 PM IST
Commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy, Alireza Tangsiri, has been killed in a strike in Bandar Abbas, Israeli media reported on Thursday, citing an unnamed Israeli official. There has been no comment from Iran or from the Israeli militar ... read..


India, UK discuss enhancing defence cooperation and interoperability: Indian Navy
New Delhi | March 26, 2026 2:21:45 PM IST
Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi interacted with the UK's Chief of the Air Staff of the Royal Air Force, Harv Smyth, to discuss ways to advance defence cooperation between India and the United Kingdom, the Indian Navy said. ... read..


Ukraine accuses Russia of 'disinformation operation' in India over detention of Ukrainian citizens
New Delhi | March 26, 2026 1:52:11 PM IST
The Ukrainian Embassy in New Delhi on Thursday accused Russia of attempting to manipulate information and interfere in India's internal processes, alleging that Moscow had circulated fabricated claims regarding the detention of Ukrainian citizens in India ... read..


Sambhali Trust highlights equality and inclusion in India at UN Human Rights Council
Geneva | March 26, 2026 1:52:00 PM IST
At the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), Virendra Singh Chouhan, President of the Sambhali Trust, in his oral statement, drew attention to the global challenges of racism, discrimination, and intolerance while highlighting I ... read..


Mercosur steps up trade talks with United Arab Emirates and India
Sao Paulo | March 26, 2026 1:21:41 PM IST
The Brazilian government, in coordination with Mercosur countries, has initiated new trade negotiations with key partners, including India and the United Arab Emirates, aiming to diversify export markets following progress on its agreement with the Europe ... read..


Pakistan's rights record slammed at UNHRC
Geneva | March 26, 2026 12:51:44 PM IST
Human rights concerns in fast-growing economies, particularly Pakistan, came under sharp scrutiny during a side event titled Economic Growth and Human Rights Deprivation at the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) held at the Pa ... read..


Endgame for Nirav Modi, UK High Court rejects bid to re-open extradition appeal to India
London | March 26, 2026 12:21:39 PM IST
In a significant development in the high-profile extradition case of fugitive economic offender, diamond merchant Nirav Modi, the London High Court has refused to reopen proceedings against his extradition order, in connection with the over Rs 13,800 cror ... read..


Trump tells advisors he wants Iran conflict to end in coming weeks: Report
Washington DC | March 26, 2026 11:21:50 AM IST
A Wall Street Journal report has suggested that US President Trump has told associates in recent days that he wants to avoid a protracted war in Iran and that he hopes to bring the conflict to an end in the coming weeks. ... read..


Iran imposing toll system for vessels in Strait of Hormuz: Report
Tehran | March 26, 2026 10:21:56 AM IST
The conflict in West Asia has put enormous stress on one of the key shipping routes that passes through the Strait of Hormuz. A new report from Shipping News website Llyodslist now suggests that Iran's IRGC has imposed a de facto 'toll booth' regime in th ... read..


Yemen's Ansarullah ready to enter battlefield in support of Iran: Iran Media
Tehran | March 26, 2026 10:21:44 AM IST
Yemen's Ansarullah "popular resistance movement", Houthi movement, is reportedly ready to enter the battlefield in support of Iran amid the ongoing West Asia conflict against the ongoing US-Israel strikes on Iran, according to a news report of Tasnim News ... read..


Ariana Afghan aircraft veers off runway at Kabul Airport, no injuries reported
Kabul | March 26, 2026 9:51:40 AM IST
An Ariana Afghan Airlines aircraft veered off the runway while landing at Kabul International Airport, officials said on Thursday. ... read..


"Shock waves of conflict fallling hardest on poorest, most vulnerable": UN chief Antonio Guterres on West Asia Conflict
New York | March 26, 2026 9:51:39 AM IST
United Nations (UN) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Wednesday (local time) warned that the ongoing West Asia conflict is disproportionately affecting the "poorest and the most vulnerable populations", callling for an immediate end to the war and a r ... read..


Israel Air Force completes wave of strikes in Iran's Isfahan: IDF
Jerusalem | March 26, 2026 9:51:35 AM IST
The Israel Defence Forces on Thursday said that the IDF had completed a wave of extensive strikes in Iran's Isfahan. The IDF said it had targeted infrastructure of the Iranian regime in several areas. ... read..


EAM Jaishankar to visit France for G7 Foreign Ministers' meeting
New Delhi | March 26, 2026 9:51:34 AM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will visit Abbaye des Vaux-de-Cernay, France, from Thursday to Friday to participate in the G7 Foreign Ministers' meeting with partner countries, according to the official press release of the Ministry of External Af ... read..


"Don't send your children to hell," Iran's IRGC warns US-Israel against possible ground operation
Tehran | March 26, 2026 9:21:31 AM IST
Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has issued a warning to the US-Israel forces on considering a possible ground operation within Iranian territory. ... read..


Tehran mines Kharg island, sends additional troops after reports of possible US ground movement: Report
Tehran | March 26, 2026 8:51:27 AM IST
A day after sections of the US Media reported that the US is beefing up its ground presence in the Persian Gulf with a possible aim of taking over the key Kharg Islands in Iran, it has now been revealed that the Iranians have started laying mines and move ... read..


"Had to cut out the cancer": US President Donald Trump says, "the cancer was Iran with nuclear weapon":
Washington DC | March 26, 2026 8:51:26 AM IST
Amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, US President Donald Trump said that the military action against Iran was necessary to prevent it from acquiring nuclear weapons, highlighting the threat as a "cancer" that had to be "cut out". ... read..


'No negotiations underway': Araghchi says Iran will continue resistance against 'American-Israeli aggression'
Tehran | March 26, 2026 8:21:38 AM IST
Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi said the country will continue to follow the policy of "resistance" in response to "unprovoked American-Israeli aggression", ruling out negotiations or a ceasefire without reliable guarantees, according to Iranian State Me ... read..


US Centcom says USS Abraham Lincoln continues operations against targets in Iran
Washington DC | March 26, 2026 8:21:28 AM IST
A day after Iran's Navy claimed that the USS Abraham Lincoln was forced to change its position after coming under a barrage of curise missile fire, US CENTCOM has clarified that the carrier continyes fight operations against military targets in Iran while ... read..


Abu Dhabi: Indian Embassy to hold Open House for advices on labour issues, consular services
Abu Dhabi | March 26, 2026 7:51:35 AM IST
The Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi will hold an open house in its premises on March 27 (Friday), an official statement said. ... read..


"Health should never be at mercies of geopolitics": WHO DG on Cuban Healthcare crisis
Geneva | March 26, 2026 7:51:33 AM IST
Director-General of the World Health Organisation, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, on Thursday said that health should be protected at all costs and never be at the mercy of geopolitics, energy blockades and power outages with respect to Cuba. ... read..


No one wants Iran's top job, fears being killed by US: Trump
Washington DC | March 26, 2026 7:21:41 AM IST
US President Donald Trump on Thursday claimed to have stopped eight wars, and said they would repeat the feat in Iran too. ... read..


"Trump wants to keep India in the loop": Ex-Diplomat Gurjit Singh
New Delhi | March 26, 2026 7:21:36 AM IST
Former diplomat Gurjit Singh said that the fact that US President Donald Trump called Prime Minister Narendra Modi means that he wants to keep India in the loop. ... read..


Hormuz route opened for India: Iran FM Araghchi
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 26, 2026 6:21:43 AM IST
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Thursday said that they have permitted the passage of vessels for friendly countries, including India, through the Strait of Hormuz. ... read..


Bangladesh: 23 dead, several injured as bus falls in Padma River
Rajbari | March 26, 2026 6:21:39 AM IST
23 people are dead, and several were injured as a bus fell into the Padma River in Bangladesh, officials said. ... read..


Iran's foes planning to occupy our island: Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf
Tehran | March 26, 2026 5:51:23 AM IST
Speaker of Iran's Parliament, MB Ghalibaf, said that they have received reports of enemy countries preparing to occupy one of Iran's islands. ... read..


Reports of peace talks in Pakistan are 'speculations': WH Press Secy
Washington DC | March 26, 2026 5:21:46 AM IST
US White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Thursday said that the reports of possible peace talks with Iran to be held in Pakistan are 'speculation'. ... read..


India records highest surge in QS Subject Rankings 2026
London | March 26, 2026 5:21:39 AM IST
QS Quacquarelli Symonds, the global experts on higher education intelligence, has published the 16th annual edition of the QS World University Rankings by Subject. ... read..


Largest elimination of navy since World War II: White House on Operation Epic Fury against Iran
Washington DC | March 26, 2026 4:21:44 AM IST
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Thursday said that Iran's missile capabilities were reduced by 90 per cent after US armed forces initiated Operation Epic Fury. ... read..


"Trump does not bluff, prepared to unleash hell if Iran doesn't accept defeat": White House
Washington DC | March 26, 2026 3:51:30 AM IST
US White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Thursday said that US President Donald Trump does not bluff, and he would unleash hell, adding that Iran must not miscalculate anything about what Washington wants in West Asia. ... read..


Senator Lindsey Graham backs diplomacy with Iran, sets red lines on nukes and terror
Washington DC | March 26, 2026 3:51:27 AM IST
Senator Lindsey Graham has voiced strong support for diplomatic efforts led by US President Donald Trump and his team to engage with Iran, while laying down firm conditions that any potential agreement must meet key security objectives related to nuclear ... read..


Trump to visit China on May 14-15 after Iran war delay
Washington DC | March 26, 2026 3:21:58 AM IST
US President Donald Trump on Thursday announced that his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping has been rescheduled to May 14-15. ... read..


G7 foreign ministers to focus on Ukraine, global security and governance reforms
Paris | March 26, 2026 2:51:32 AM IST
The upcoming G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting (FMM) is set to deliberate on key global challenges, including the war in Ukraine, reconstruction efforts, maritime security, and reforms in global governance, according to a background briefing by the French Min ... read..


Commerce Secretary, US Deputy Trade Representative discuss economic cooperation
Yaounde | March 26, 2026 2:51:30 AM IST
Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal met Ambassador Joseph Barloon, Deputy United States Trade Representative and Chief of the Permanent Mission of the United States to the World Trade Organisation (WTO), on the sidelines of the WTO's 14th Ministerial Confer ... read..


Earthquake of magnitude 4.5 strikes Myanmar
Naypyidaw | March 26, 2026 2:21:39 AM IST
An earthquake of magnitude 4.5 struck Myanmar on late Wednesday night, as per a statement by the National Center for Seismology (NCS). ... read..


Nepal to publish high-level investigation report on September Gen-Z protest, announces PM Office after leak
Kathmandu | March 26, 2026 1:51:28 AM IST
The report of the high-level commission led by former Justice Gauri Bahadur Karki, formed after the Gen-Z protests on September 8 and 9, 2025, has been leaked. Following the leak, the Office of the Prime Minister has announced that interim Prime Minister ... read..


"Radical Left" undermining "great military achievement" in Iran: Trump
Washington, DC | March 26, 2026 1:51:27 AM IST
US President Donald Trump has hit out at political rivals, accusing them of attempting to diminish a "great military achievement" during the ongoing conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran. ... read..


Major DDoS cyberattack disrupts Uyghur Post, incident reported to US authorities
Washington DC | March 26, 2026 1:21:47 AM IST
A significant cyberattack aimed at Uyghur Post has been detected and reported to U.S. authorities, following several days of disruption caused by what experts have described as a large-scale, coordinated distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack, accord ... read..


India, Serbia hold 9th Round of Foreign Office Consultations
Belgrade | March 26, 2026 1:21:42 AM IST
India and Serbia held the 9th Round of Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) in Belgrade, Serbia, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Wednesday. ... read..


Bangladesh: 2 dead, several feared trapped as bus plunges into Padma River
Rajbari | March 25, 2026 11:21:43 PM IST
Two bodies were recovered after a passenger bus plunged into the Padma River in Rajbari's Goalanda upazila on Wednesday afternoon, local media outlet the Daily Star reported. ... read..


Kanpur man stranded in Qatar returns home with embassy help
New Delhi | March 25, 2026 10:52:13 PM IST
Shibu Khan, a native of Kanpur in Uttar Pradesh, who was stranded in Qatar without his passport or any other legal documents, has safely returned to India with assistance from the Embassy of India in Doha. ... read..


Japan lawmakers briefed on China's "Ethnic Unity" law; CTA Representative raises Tibet concerns
Tokyo | March 25, 2026 9:51:54 PM IST
Representative Tsewang Gyalpo Arya from the Liaison Office of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama met Japanese lawmakers Eriko Yamatani and Akimasa Ishikawa, who serve as Chairperson and former General Secretary of the Japan Parliamentary Support Group for T ... read..


"Systematic marginalisation of Sindh": World Sindhi Congress protests at UN in Geneva
Geneva | March 25, 2026 9:21:39 PM IST
Members of the World Sindhi Congress staged a peaceful protest in Geneva on Wednesday, coinciding with the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, drawing attention to alleged human rights violations in Sindh, Pakistan. ... read..


"Deception": Iran rejects American peace overture, puts 5 conditions to end conflict
Tehran | March 25, 2026 8:51:51 PM IST
Iran has responded negatively to an American proposal aimed at ending the ongoing conflict insisting that any cessation of hostilities will only occur on Tehran's "own terms and timeline," a senior political-security official told state broadcaster Press ... read..


Pakistan has no locus standi to comment on India's internal matters: MEA says Islamabad "peddling lies, frivolous narratives"
New Delhi | March 25, 2026 8:21:47 PM IST
India on Wednesday dismissed Pakistan's recent remarks in support of Kashmiri separatist leader Aasiya Andrabi, who was recently sentenced to life imprisonment by a National Investigation Agency court in New Delhi. ... read..


PM Modi emerges as world's most popular leader with 68% approval rating: Morning Consult
New Delhi | March 25, 2026 7:51:49 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has once again emerged as the most popular democratic leader globally, securing the top spot with a commanding approval rating of 68 per cent, according to a recent global survey conducted by US-based data analytics firm Morni ... read..


Argentinian envoy reiterates support for US-Israel on West Asia conflict, eyes stronger energy ties with India
New Delhi | March 25, 2026 7:51:47 PM IST
Amid the ongoing tensions in West Asia, Argentina has reiterated its support for the United States and Israel while expressing hope for a diplomatic resolution, even as the conflict continues to impact global energy markets. ... read..


"Exchanged views on current geopolitical scenario": EAM Jaishankar holds meeting with US Under Secretary Elbridge Colby
New Delhi | March 25, 2026 7:21:50 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday met with US Under Secretary of War for Policy Elbridge Colby to discuss the evolving security situation amidst ongoing global geopolitical shifts. ... read..


PM reiterated commitment to de-escalation in West Asia in call with Trump: MEA
New Delhi | March 25, 2026 7:21:43 PM IST
The Prime Minister of India received a call from the President of the United States Donald Trump, where both leaders exchanged views on the escalating situation in West Asia, informed Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal. ... read..


"Iranian regime has lost the war, its entire leadership": Former Israeli spokesperson Eylon Levy
Tel Aviv | March 25, 2026 6:22:21 PM IST
Former Israeli spokesperson Eylon Levy has claimed that the Iranian regime has essentially "lost the war" following the thorough dismantling of its military command and missile infrastructure by a joint US-Israeli operation. ... read..


Deepening West Asia war worsens Palestinian suffering too: Envoy Abdullah Abu Shawesh
Asia | March 25, 2026 6:22:13 PM IST
As tensions between Israel, Iran and the United States enter the fourth week, Palestine's Ambassador to India Abdullah Abu Shawesh on Wednesday said the widening regional conflict is exacerbating the already dire situation for Palestinians, warning that t ... read..


Baloch Students Action Committee flags "unjust" closure of institutions, raises alarm over academic crisis
Balochistan | March 25, 2026 6:22:11 PM IST
The Baloch Students Action Committee (BSAC) has expressed serious concern over the continued closure of educational institutions in Balochistan, stating that the prolonged shutdown is jeopardising students' academic futures. ... read..


"Do not test our resolve": Iran's Parliament Speaker warns US against 'Netanyahu's delusions'
Tehran | March 25, 2026 5:21:48 PM IST
Iran's parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, has issued a stern warning to the United States regarding its military presence in the Middle East, asserting that Tehran is keeping a "close watch" on all regional activity. ... read..


India monitors evolving Gulf situation, 24x7 support given for nationals abroad: Additional Secretary Aseem R Mahajan
New Delhi | March 25, 2026 4:52:04 PM IST
The Central government is closely monitoring the evolving situation in the Gulf region, with authorities maintaining constant coordination to ensure the safety and well-being of Indian nationals living and working abroad, informed the Ministry of External ... read..


"Ending Iran's ability to blockade Hormuz critical for shared prosperity with India": Former Israeli Spokesperson Eylon Levy
Tel Aviv | March 25, 2026 4:51:36 PM IST
Former Israeli spokesperson Eylon Levy has asserted that neutralising Tehran's military threats is a fundamental prerequisite for establishing a long-term economic partnership with India and ensuring the success of the proposed India-Middle East-Europe Ec ... read..


"USS Abraham Lincoln will be targeted if it enters missile range": Iranian Navy Commander
Tehran | March 25, 2026 4:51:27 PM IST
The Iranian Navy has issued a direct warning to the United States, stating that its aircraft carrier, the USS Abraham Lincoln, is being closely monitored and faces potential strikes if it approaches Iranian territory. ... read..


Fuel price hike deepens inflation crisis in PoGB, locals blame Islamabad's policies
Gilgit | March 25, 2026 3:51:48 PM IST
Residents of Pakistan-occupied Gilgit Baltistan are grappling with rising inflation, with many alleging that policies imposed by Islamabad have intensified their daily hardships without offering any meaningful relief. ... read..


"No peace talks with Washington," says Iran's envoy to Pakistan after US President Trump signalled peace overtures
Tehran | March 25, 2026 3:51:44 PM IST
The Iranian Ambassador in Islamabad Reza Amiri Moghadam has said there had been no talks between Washington or Tehran, after US President Donald Trump signalled that there had been peace overtures between the two sides. ... read..


US strategic power has turned into strategic defeat: Iran
Tehran | March 25, 2026 3:21:40 PM IST
A senior Iranian military official has dismissed Washington's recent diplomatic overtures as a facade, asserting that the global influence once wielded by the United States has effectively collapsed. ... read..


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