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Xi, Putin meet in Beijing among pomp and pageantry
Chinese President Xi Jinping met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing on Wednesday, just days after US President Donald Trump's visit.
4 Republicans defect, vote against Trump's Iran war in Senate
The United States Senate has advanced a resolution to curtail President Donald Trump's war powers in Iran.
Modi begins Italy trip with dinner with Meloni, Colosseum visit
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni warmly welcomed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his arrival in Rome on Tuesday.
Norwegian daily's cartoon of Modi as snake charmer draws flak
A Norwegian newspaper has drawn flak for publishing a cartoon depicting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a snake charmer.
Putin to visit India from September 12-13 for BRICS Summit
Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit New Delhi on September 12 and 13 for the BRICS Summit, Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov confirmed on Tuesday.
Taiwan election candidate slammed for 'discriminatory' anti-Indian billboard
A local election campaign in Taiwan has sparked controversy after a candidate used the Indian national flag and a turbaned Sikh man in an anti-immigration billboard.
Pakistan sends troops, jets to Saudi Arabia amid US-Iran conflict
Pakistan has reportedly deployed 8,000 troops, a squadron of fighter jets, and an air defense system to Saudi Arabia.
AI replicas of Gandhi and Mandela will rule this island
A Philippine island is set to be governed by artificial intelligence (AI) bots modeled after iconic leaders like Mahatma Gandhi and Nelson Mandela.
Pakistani officer claims missiles struck 2 'non-existent' Indian airbases
A Pakistani officer involved in Operation Bunyan Ul Marsoos last year claimed that two Indian military targets were hit by its missiles.
Congo opens more treatment centers as 'rare' Ebola kills 120
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has announced plans to open three new Ebola treatment centers in the eastern Ituri province.
US military action against Cuba could trigger 'bloodbath': President
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel has warned that any military action by the United States against Cuba would trigger a "bloodbath" with far-reaching consequences for regional peace and stability.
India, China review bilateral ties, regional cooperation
Indian Ambassador to China, Vikram Doraiswami, recently held an introductory meeting with Liu Jinsong, Director General of the Department of Asian Affairs at China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
'Why should India be trusted?' MEA-Norwegian journalist exchange heated words
A heated confrontation erupted at the MEA press briefing in Norway on Monday after Norwegian journalist Helle Lyng questioned why India should be trusted, citing alleged human rights violations "happening in the country," poor press freedom record, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi refusing to take critical questions.
Norway journalist questions PM Modi over avoiding media queries
During his visit to Norway, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was asked by a local journalist why he wouldn't take questions from the Norwegian media.
Iran parliament to vote on $58M bounties on Trump, Netanyahu
Iran's parliament is set to vote on a controversial bill that proposes bounties for the assassination of United States President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
US drops criminal charges against Gautam Adani, nephew Sagar
The United States Department of Justice has officially dropped all criminal charges against Indian tycoon Gautam Adani and his nephew Sagar.
5 dead, including teen gunmen, in San Diego mosque shooting
A shooting incident at the Islamic Center of San Diego in California on Monday left three men dead. The deceased include a security guard who is believed to have prevented further bloodshed.
Trump says Iran attack postponed at request of Gulf leaders
United States President Donald Trump has confirmed that a military attack on Iran was scheduled for Tuesday. However, he has decided to postpone the operation following requests from key Gulf leaders.
Gunman goes on shooting spree in Turkey; 6 killed
A gunman opened fire near the southern Turkish city of Mersin on Monday, killing six people and injuring eight others.
India buying Russian oil irrespective of US sanctions waivers
India has been buying Russian oil regardless of the United States's sanctions waivers, a senior official from the petroleum ministry said on Monday.
Maldives cave dive recovery resumes after diver's death
An international team of cave divers, including experts from the Divers Alert Network (DAN) and local Maldivian authorities, is on a mission to recover the remains of four Italian tourists who died while scuba diving in Vaavu Atoll.
Has Nepal imposed new restrictions on Indian tourists?
The Nepal Tourism Board has officially clarified that there are no new restrictions for Indian tourists.
You can now renew your Kuwaiti work permit online
Kuwait's Public Authority for Manpower has launched a new online self-service system to renew work permits.
Indian student killed in road accident in US
Navya Gadusu, a 25-year-old Indian student, was killed in a road accident near Chicago on Saturday night.
Trump posts AI Gulf map with US flag, explosion pictures
United States President Donald Trump has shared a series of AI-generated images on his social media platform, Truth Social.
PM Modi to visit Norway today; 1st in 43 years
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to arrive in Norway on Monday, marking the first visit by an Indian prime minister in over four decades.
300+ drones bought from Iran, Russia: Cuba planning US attack
Cuba has acquired over 300 military drones and is contemplating their use against US targets such as the Guantanamo Bay base, US military vessels, and possibly Key West in Florida, according to classified intelligence obtained by Axios.
Leaked cable states US urged Pakistan to oust Imran Khan
A leaked diplomatic cable has brought back the spotlight on Imran Khan's allegations of a "foreign conspiracy" behind his ouster.
Iran is now looking beneath Hormuz to make money
Iran is planning to impose fees on major technology companies for using subsea internet cables under the Strait of Hormuz, emboldened by its successful blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, reports said.
India rejects Dutch PM's remarks on press freedom, minority rights
India has rejected Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten's reported remarks about declining media freedom and erosion of religious and minority rights.
India-Sweden upgrade bilateral ties to strategic partnership
India and Sweden have upgraded their bilateral relationship to a strategic partnership.
US lays down 5 conditions to continue Iran peace talks
The United States has reportedly laid down five conditions to continue peace negotiations with Iran.
Watch: 2 jets collide mid-air at US air show
Two United States Navy EA-18G Growlers collided mid-air during an air show at the Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho, US, on Sunday.
India, Netherlands now have 'strategic partnership': What it means
India and the Netherlands have upgraded their bilateral relationship to a "strategic partnership." The move comes during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the European country.
Worrying: Europe facing 50% hike in defense equipment prices
European countries are witnessing a sharp rise in the cost of defense supplies, with some items seeing price hikes of over 50% in the last two years.
UAE: Drone strike hits Barakah Nuclear Power Plant
A drone strike caused a fire at the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, on Sunday. The incident occurred in an electrical generator outside the plant's inner perimeter.
Indian-origin therapist jailed for sexually abusing 61 women in Australia
Sumit Satish Rastogi, a 39-year-old Indian-origin massage therapist, has been sentenced to 13 years and 10 months in prison for sexually abusing 61 women at an Adelaide massage parlor.
Ukraine launches largest drone attack on Moscow in year
A large-scale drone attack on the Moscow region by Ukraine has left three people dead, Russian officials reported.
Issue with signature? Your H-1B, green-card applications might be rejected
The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has introduced a new interim rule, tightening the signature requirements for immigration applications.
US to spend $1B on electronic warfare upgrade for F-35s
The United States has announced a nearly $1 billion upgrade program for its fifth-generation stealth fighter, the F-35 Lightning II.
Global conditions need swift change: PM Modi in Netherlands
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for "swift change" in global conditions, citing numerous challenges humanity is currently facing.
Bangladesh's BNP links ties with India to Ganga water treaty
Bangladesh's ruling Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has linked the future of its relationship with India to the renewal of the Ganges Water Sharing Treaty.
Why WHO has declared a global health emergency
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared a public health emergency of global concern over an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo's Ituri province.
Netherlands returns Chola-era copper plates to India after 300 years
The Netherlands has returned a set of 11th-century Chola-era copper plates to India. The handover took place during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the European nation.
Trump's 'calm before storm' post hints at fresh Iran strikes
United States President Donald Trump has hinted at possible military action against Iran, calling the current situation "the calm before the storm."
PM Modi meets Dutch royals, discusses bilateral ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands on Monday.