Indian envoy meets US Senator, lauds support for Indo-US counter-terrorism partnership
India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, met US Senator Jacky Rosen, expressing appreciation for her consistent support toward strengthening Indo-US counter-terrorism cooperation and addressing regional security challenges, including cross-border terrorism. During their meeting, Kwatra briefed Senator Rosen, who serves as
UN, aid agencies condemn deadly attacks on civilians in Sudan’s El Fasher
The United Nations and its humanitarian partners have strongly condemned escalating violence in El Fasher, the capital of Sudan’s North Darfur state, where the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have been accused of widespread attacks on civilians and aid workers. In a joint statement,
CDS Anil Chauhan strengthens Defence, maritime cooperation with Indonesia
India’s Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan met his Indonesian counterpart, General Agus Subiyanto, Commander-in-Chief of Indonesia’s Armed Forces, in Jakarta to strengthen Defence cooperation, maritime collaboration, and regional security ties between the two nations. Both leaders held extensive discussions covering
Masood Azhar’s women brigade: JeM’s new terror strategy
In a disturbing new development, Pakistan-based terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) chief Masood Azhar has launched the group’s first-ever women’s wing, ‘Jamat-ul-Mominat’, with promises of paradise for those who join his jihad campaign. In a 21-minute audio speech delivered at Markaz Usman o Ali
Piyush Goyal in Brussels: India and EU accelerate push for balanced FTA
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal met Maros Sefcovic, EU Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security, in Brussels on Monday to advance the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations, which have entered a crucial stage. During the high-level talks, both sides reaffirmed their
US lawmakers unite across party lines to defend India-US ties amid Trump policies
In a rare show of bipartisan unity, US lawmakers from both Republican and Democratic parties have joined hands to defend the India–US strategic partnership, weeks after the Trump administration introduced policies impacting Indian interests. Over the past ten days, at least six bipartisan
Pakistan’s ISI recruits global influencers for anti-India propaganda campaign
In a fresh attempt to shape international perception following Operation Sindoor, Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) has reportedly launched a global propaganda campaign by hiring foreign influencers to malign India’s image. According to intelligence sources, a dedicated ISI cell identifies and funds vloggers and
Indian envoy briefs visiting MPs at UN on multi-faceted India-UN partnership
India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, briefed a visiting 13-member Indian parliamentary delegation on the multi-faceted nature of India-UN relations and the country’s growing global engagement. The delegation, led by BJP MP Daggubati Purandeswari, met Ambassador Harish on Monday
Senior APEC officials push for trade consensus ahead of leaders’ summit in South Korea
Senior officials from Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) member economies are striving to find common ground on trade and economic cooperation as they wrapped up two days of talks in Gyeongju, South Korea, ahead of the annual leaders’ summit. The Concluding Senior Officials’ Meeting
China on mind, US and Japan ink rare earths and defense cooperation deals during Trump’s Tokyo visit
The United States and Japan signed a landmark rare earths and critical minerals agreement during President Donald Trump’s Tokyo visit, a move seen as part of their broader strategy to counter China’s dominance in the global supply chain. Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi
Istanbul talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan end without breakthrough amid deepening mistrust
The latest round of Pakistan-Afghanistan talks in Istanbul has ended without any breakthrough, with mediators citing deep differences over security concerns and priorities, according to local media reports. The three-day dialogue, aimed at easing cross-border tensions, failed to produce an agreement despite mediation
One killed, 15 injured in factional clash within BNP’s youth wing in Bangladesh
At least one person was killed and 15 others injured in a violent gunfight between two rival factions of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party’s (BNP) youth wing in Chittagong early Tuesday, police confirmed. The deceased, identified as Md. Sajjad (22), was a member of
US Defense Secretary Hegseth to visit DMZ, meet South Korean President during Seoul trip
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is set to visit the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) separating the two Koreas and meet South Korean President Lee Jae Myung during his two-day trip to Seoul next week, marking his first visit to the country since taking office
Trump announces 10% increase in tariffs on Canadian products amid trade tensions
Washington, Oct. 25 (IANS) – U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a 10% increase in tariffs on goods imported from Canada, citing what he called a “fraudulent” advertisement aired by Ontario’s government. The announcement came on Saturday, Oct. 25, during Trump’s ongoing trip
Trump heads to Asia amid 25-day U.S. government shutdown, Pentagon receives $130 million donation
The U.S. federal government shutdown entered Day 25 on Saturday with no immediate resolution in sight, as President Donald Trump departed for a six-day Asia tour that includes stops in Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea. The trip, focused on high-stakes diplomatic and trade
‘I am not done’: Kamala Harris hints at possible 2028 US Presidential run
Former Vice-President Kamala Harris has signalled that she may consider another bid for the White House in 2028, emphasizing her belief that the United States will eventually see a woman in the Oval Office. In an interview with the BBC, Harris stated, “I
Trump to witness signing of Cambodia–Thailand ‘Peace Deal’ upon arrival in Malaysia for ASEAN Summit
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that he will witness the signing of a landmark peace agreement between Thailand and Cambodia immediately upon his arrival in Malaysia for the ASEAN Summit on Sunday. Speaking from Air Force One aboard his flight to Kuala Lumpur,
Trump arrives in Malaysia for ASEAN Summit, praises PM Anwar for brokering Cambodia–Thailand peace
U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in Malaysia on Sunday morning, marking the first stop of his three-nation Asia tour — and his first visit to the region in his second term. Air Force One landed in Kuala Lumpur just before 10 a.m. local
Malaysia PM Anwar urges adaptability, unity to confront global protectionism and uncertainty
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Sunday called for greater adaptability and cooperation among ASEAN nations to navigate the growing challenges of protectionism and global uncertainty as he inaugurated the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur. “Rising protectionism and shifting supply chains remind
Cambodia and Thailand sign landmark peace accord in Malaysia, brokered by Trump
In a historic breakthrough for Southeast Asian diplomacy, Cambodia and Thailand on Sunday signed the long-awaited “Cambodia–Thailand Peace Accord,” formally ending years of border tensions and military confrontations. The agreement was signed in Kuala Lumpur in the presence of U.S. President Donald Trump,