Hindu group condemns Khalistani threats in Canada
The Hindu Canadian Foundation (HCF) has strongly condemned recent threats made by Khalistani extremists during a Nagar Kirtan parade in Toronto, calling the rhetoric divisive and hateful. At the Malton and Etobicoke Nagar Kirtan, hosted by the Malton Gurdwara, a video circulated on
India bans all imports from Pakistan amid escalating tensions
India has officially banned all imports—both direct and indirect—from Pakistan amid mounting tensions over the brutal Pahalgam terror attack, which left 26 civilians dead. In a notification issued by the Commerce Ministry, the Indian government stated that: “Direct or indirect import or transit
Yunus aide stirs controversy with call to seize Northeast India if India attacks Pakistan
A controversial social media post by Major General (Retd.) A L M Fazlur Rahman, a close aide to Bangladesh’s Interim Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus, has ignited diplomatic concerns in the region. Rahman, appointed to a high-ranking government role, suggested that Bangladesh should partner
India and Angola expand energy partnership, sign key agreements to strengthen bilateral ties
India and Angola took a major step in deepening bilateral relations on Saturday by signing several significant agreements after a high-level meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Angolan President Joao Manuel Goncalves Lourenco at Hyderabad House in New Delhi. The two nations
Trump warns of sanctions over Iran oil amid stalled nuclear talks
US President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Iran and its trading partners, threatening immediate secondary sanctions on any country or individual that continues to purchase Iranian oil or petrochemical products. “All purchases of Iranian oil or petrochemical products must stop,
US Vice President Vance urges Pakistan to cooperate with India on Pahalgam terror probe
US Vice President J.D. Vance has expressed hope that Pakistan will cooperate with India to identify and apprehend the terrorists responsible for the recent Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed 26 lives in Jammu and Kashmir. “Our hope here is that India responds to
US not giving up on Ukraine peace efforts, says Marco Rubio
US Secretary of State and acting National Security Advisor Marco Rubio has reaffirmed America’s commitment to resolving the conflict in Ukraine but acknowledged growing pressure to prioritize other pressing global challenges. “We’re not going to give up on it,” Rubio said in an
Pakistan to issue notice to India over IWT suspension
The government of Pakistan has decided to issue a formal diplomatic notice to India following New Delhi’s unilateral suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, in which 26 civilians, including women and children, were
US says trade deal with India is close but not final yet
The United States and India are nearing a trade deal, but it’s not finalized yet, a top US trade official said on Wednesday, amid mounting speculation about imminent international trade agreements. Jamieson Greer, a senior official with the Office of the US Trade
Angolan President Lourenço begins four-day state visit to India
Angolan President Joao Manuel Goncalves Lourenço will begin his first official state visit to India on Thursday, marking a historic step in diplomatic relations between the two nations. This is the first visit by an Angolan head of state to India in 38
India ready to help restore peace in Gaza conflict
India has expressed its willingness to work with all stakeholders in the Gaza conflict to restore peace and stability in West Asia, reiterating its support for a ceasefire and the release of hostages. Speaking at the UN Security Council’s debate on Palestine, India’s
Jaishankar, US Secy discuss Pahalgam attack; call for justice
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said on Thursday that he discussed the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, emphasizing that those responsible must be held accountable. In a post on X, Jaishankar wrote, “Discussed the Pahalgam terrorist
Nepal teachers end protest after deal with govt
The Nepal Teachers’ Federation has suspended its ongoing protest after the government agreed to a nine-point deal addressing their primary demands, including pay, benefits, and job security for temporary and contract teachers. After three days of negotiations, a Cabinet panel led by Nepal’s
Hasina Family Assets Seized Amid Yunus Row
In a dramatic escalation of Bangladesh’s ongoing political crisis, a Dhaka court has ordered the seizure of multiple properties and bank accounts belonging to the family of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The ruling has intensified accusations against interim government head and Nobel
India, Egypt strengthen defence ties with high-level delegation visit
In a major move to boost bilateral defence cooperation, a high-level Indian delegation led by Defence Production Secretary Sanjeev Kumar is currently in Cairo. The visit aims to enhance defence industrial collaboration between India and Egypt, focusing on deepening strategic ties in military
Guterres urges justice, de-escalation after Pahalgam attack
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has emphasized the need for justice in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack while expressing deep concern over escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. Guterres spoke separately with Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Pakistani Prime Minister
US urges India and Pakistan not to escalate tensions
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has urged India and Pakistan to refrain from escalating tensions following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. He is expected to convey this message directly to Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Pakistani
Imran Khan on Pahalgam attack
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has termed the recent Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir as “deeply disturbing and tragic,” extending condolences to the victims and their families. Speaking from Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi during a discussion with his lawyers, Imran
Canada and US leaders agree to meet soon
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump have agreed to meet in person soon, following Carney’s recent election victory. According to a readout from the Canadian Prime Minister’s Office, Carney spoke with Trump on Tuesday, a day after Canada’s parliamentary
Trump says India trade deal coming along great
U.S. President Donald Trump has said that trade negotiations with India are progressing well and expressed optimism about reaching an agreement. “India’s coming along great,” Trump told reporters while en route to a rally in Michigan, where he was marking the first 100