Cambodian PM to Attend ASEAN Summit in Laos Next Week
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet will participate in the 44th and 45th ASEAN Summits and Related Summits in Vientiane, Laos, from October 8 to 11, according to a release from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. His attendance comes at the invitation of Lao
Jaishankar Clarifies Pakistan Visit Is for SCO Summit, not on engaging in a two-nation dialogue
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar confirmed that his upcoming visit to Pakistan for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit will not involve any India-Pakistan dialogue. He emphasized that the trip is primarily for a multilateral event. Acknowledging that his visit would attract significant
50 Indian Fishermen Released as EAM Jaishankar Meets Sri Lankan President Dissanayake
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in Colombo on Friday, emphasizing the importance of Sri Lanka in India’s “Neighbourhood First” policy and the “SAGAR” (Security and Growth for All in the Region) vision. Posting on X after
Khamenei Calls Iran’s Attack on Israel “Legal and Legitimate”
In a sermon at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla Mosque, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei praised the recent Iranian attack on Israel, describing it as “completely legal and legitimate.” Speaking in Arabic to convey his message to the broader Islamic world, particularly Lebanon and
EAM Jaishankar to Attend SCO Meeting in Pakistan
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will lead the Indian delegation at the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Council of Heads of Governments meeting in Islamabad on October 15-16, the External Affairs Ministry (MEA) announced. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed Jaishankar’s participation during a
Biden Deploys Soldiers to Address Hurricane Helene’s Aftermath as Death Toll Reaches 175
US President Joe Biden announced on Wednesday that he has directed Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin to deploy 1,000 active-duty soldiers to assist with ongoing response and recovery efforts related to Hurricane Helene. “Even before Hurricane Helene made landfall, I instructed my
EAM Jaishankar Engages in ‘Productive’ Talks with US NSA Sullivan
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar had a “productive” meeting with US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on Wednesday. In a post on X, Jaishankar expressed that the conversation covered bilateral cooperation and offered valuable insights into global politics. A formal statement from the
Israeli Military Reports Eight Soldiers Killed in Clashes with Hezbollah
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have confirmed that eight soldiers lost their lives during combat with Hezbollah in Lebanon. The fatalities occurred during two separate engagements on Wednesday. In one confrontation, three officers and three soldiers from the elite commando unit Egoz—known for
Kenya Reports Rise in Mpox Cases to Nine Amid Increased Disease Prevention Efforts
The Ministry of Health in Kenya has confirmed an additional case of Mpox, bringing the total number of cases in the country to nine as the government ramps up its public health response. Deborah Barasa, the Cabinet Secretary for Health, announced on
Austrian President Urges Calm in Coalition Talks Following Far-Right Election Victory
Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen has called on all parties in the newly elected parliament to engage in constructive coalition talks following the far-right Freedom Party’s electoral success. The Freedom Party achieved its first victory in the National Council, Austria’s lower house
Australian Research Highlights Impact of Partner Violence on Child Health
A recent study from Australia reveals that children of mothers who experience intimate partner violence (IPV) are significantly more likely to suffer from poor health outcomes. Conducted by researchers at the Menzies School of Health Research at Charles Darwin University (CDU), the study
Avoid All Non-Essential Travel to Iran: MEA Issues Advisory
India has issued a travel advisory urging its citizens to avoid all non-essential travel to Iran due to rising tensions in the region. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated, “We are closely monitoring the recent escalation in the security situation,” and emphasized
India Expresses Deep Concern Over Escalating Security Situation in West Asia
India expressed its deep concern on Wednesday regarding the escalating security situation in West Asia, calling for “restraint by all concerned” and emphasizing the importance of civilian protection. In a statement issued by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), India reiterated its apprehension
Israel-Iran Conflict: India Inc Prepares for Wider Disruption in Sea Trade
With escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly between Israel and Iran, India Inc is bracing for significant trade disruptions along the critical Red Sea route. Israel has vowed to retaliate following missile attacks attributed to Iran, raising concerns among industry experts that
China Expresses Willingness to Strengthen Bilateral Relations with India
Chinese Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, stated on Wednesday that Beijing is keen to work with India to advance bilateral relations on a “healthy and stable track.” His remarks followed President Droupadi Murmu’s congratulatory message to Chinese President Xi Jinping and the people
WHO Chief Praises PM Modi on 10th Anniversary of Swachh Bharat Mission
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the significant achievements of the Swachh Bharat Mission on its 10th anniversary. He emphasized the mission’s role in advancing sustainable development goals and fostering community engagement for
Nine Killed in Three-Vehicle Crash in Peru, 16 Injured
A tragic three-vehicle collision on the Costanera Highway in Tacna, Peru, resulted in at least nine fatalities and left 16 others injured. The accident occurred on Sunday night at kilometer 31, near a curve known as ‘El Chasqui’ in the La Yarada-Los Palos
Nigeria Secures $1.57 Billion Loan from World Bank
Nigeria has secured a new loan of up to $1.57 billion from the World Bank aimed at enhancing human capital through improved health services for women, children, and adolescents, while also building resilience against climate change. The financing package includes approximately $500 million
Qatar Airways to Acquire Minority Stake in Virgin Australia
Qatar Airways has finalized an agreement to acquire a minority stake in Virgin Australia, the country’s second-largest airline. Virgin Australia announced on Tuesday that Qatar Airways will purchase a 25% equity stake from its current owner, Bain Capital, pending approval from the government’s
Tokyo Stocks Rise on Weaker Yen and US Gains
Tokyo stocks climbed on Tuesday after a sharp drop the previous day, as bargain hunters capitalized on the dip, boosting the index. Japan’s benchmark Nikkei stock index, the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average, rose by 1.93%, or 732.42 points, closing at 38,651.97. The market