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Trial of shooter of former Japan PM Shinzo Abe to begin next week
Tokyo : The trial of the man indicted for killing former Prime Minister of Japan, Shinzo Abe, is set to begin next week, as reported by Kyodo News. According to Kyodo News, Tetsuya Yamagami, 45, is expected to plead guilty to the murder of…
Trump sanctions two Russian oil companies, hopes Ukraine ‘war will be settled’
Washington: For the first time in his second term, US President Donald Trump has imposed new sanctions on Russia, targeting its two largest oil companies, in his latest bid to end the conflict in Ukraine.
The US Treasury Department…
Indian-American Paul Kapur sworn in as US Assistant Secretary for South and Central Asia
Washington: Indian-American security expert Paul Kapur was officially sworn in as the Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs, marking a key appointment of the Trump administration for the region.…
India at UNSC: World hasn’t forgotten Pahalgam attack by ‘worst human rights…
United Nations: India launched a scorching salvo against Pakistan's campaign against it, saying that Islamabad-backed Pahalgam attack is indelibly fresh in the world's memory and the terrorism sponsor stands exposed before all as "the…
‘May our great democracies continue to illuminate the world with hope’: PM Modi
New Delhi : Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked United States President Donald Trump for his Diwali greetings, following a telephonic conversation between the two leaders on the occasion of the festival of lights. In a post on X on…
PM Modi thanks Trump for Diwali wishes, calls for ‘united’ fight against terror
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday thanked US President Donald Trump for the Diwali greetings and expressed hope to stand united against all forms of terrorism.
While speaking to reporters during his Diwali Party at…
Trump hosts Diwali celebrations at White House, calls PM Modi ‘great person’
US President Donald Trump hosted a special Diwali event at the White House, where he termed Prime Minister Narendra Modi “a great person” and said he loves “the people of India.”
The event was attended by the Indian Ambassador to the US…
“Keep dreaming…”: Iran leader Khamenei rejects Trump’s offer to restart…
Tehran : Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei rejected US President Donald Trump's offer to restart nuclear talks, dismissing Trump's claim that the US destroyed Iran's nuclear capabilities.
Iranian state media IRNA on Tuesday…
‘Having a very constructive policy-oriented dialogue with India, public safety at top of the…
Ontario : Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand, who recently concluded her visit to India, shared in an interview to CBS that New Delhi and Ontario are working at the highest levels for ensuring public safety and security in their…
Hope and frustration reflected in PoJK’s movement, says expert
Muzaffarabad: A recent massive strike across Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, led by the Joint Awami Action Committee, brought life to a standstill as people united over demands for free healthcare, free education, and fair internet…
Baloch National Movement stages protest in Germany, accuses Pakistan of genocide and urges global…
Hanover: The Baloch National Movement (BNM) organised a demonstration in Hanover, Germany, to protest against Pakistan's ongoing military actions, drone strikes, and serious human rights violations occurring in Balochistan. Demonstrators…
‘Look forward to working closely to further strengthen partnership’: PM Modi…
New Delhi Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended congratulations to Japan's newly elected first woman Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi. He underscored that the deepening ties between India and Japan are crucial for peace, stability,…
FBI probing hunting stand with clear view of Trump’s Air Force One arrival point at Palm Beach…
Washington DC The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on Sunday (local time) stated that it has launched an investigation after the US Secret Service (USSS) discovered a suspicious hunting stand with a direct line of sight to the area…
Israeli Ambassador extends wishes to people of India on Diwali
New Delhi; Israel's Ambassador to India Reuven Azar on Sunday extended greetings to the people of India on the occasion of Diwali. He noted that Diwali signifies the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil, calling it a "timeless…
India expanding maritime reach amid growing turbulence in Indian Ocean: Report
New Delhi: Amid rising turbulence in the Indian Ocean and shifting alliances in the Indo-Pacific, the Indian Navy is expanding its maritime reach. India's naval diplomacy comes at a time when external powers are increasing activity in…
UAE VP Sheikh Mohammed; Singapore, Iranian missions extend wishes to people on Diwali
Dubai/New Delhi: UAE Vice President and Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum on Sunday extended wishes to people celebrating Diwali in the UAE and all those across the world.
"Warmest wishes and greetings to those…
Bangladesh garment exporters fear USD 1 billion losses after massive airport fire
Dhaka : Garment exporters in Bangladesh are bracing for losses of up to USD 1 billion following a massive fire that tore through the cargo complex at Dhaka's Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, just as the industry enters its busiest…
Qatar amends statement on Pakistan-Afghanistan ceasefire, removes ‘border’ reference
Doha : Qatar's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday updated its official statement on the recent ceasefire agreement between Pakistan and Afghanistan by removing the word "border", which had drawn widespread reaction from Afghan officials.…
Rights group warns of escalating abuses by Pakistani authorities in Balochistan
Quetta:Human rights organisation, Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) on Saturday highlighted a surge in enforced disappearances, extrajudicial killings and torture by Pakistani authorities across Balochistan.
The BYC stated that human rights…
China targetting Hong Kong Democracy Council over involvement with UN: Report
Beijing: The United Nations, in its latest findings on reprisals, described how two senior employees of the Hong Kong Democracy Council - a Washington-based nonprofit advocating for democracy in the region - allegedly faced repeated…