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UN calls for thorough investigation into killings during Bangladesh unrest

The UN's High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk concluded a two-day visit to Bangladesh on Wednesday

Delighted by Thai PM's gesture of inaugurating Diwali festival: PM Modi

The festival will continue till November 3 where the visitors from all faiths and walks of life can experience India's rich spiritual diversity

Launch of C-295 is 'watershed moment' for India's defence sector: PM Modi

PM Modi stated that India's defence production has soared to Rs 1.27 trillion (2023-24) while defence exports has presently increased to Rs 21,000 crore

King Charles visits medical facility in Bengaluru for treatment: Report

Accompanied by Queen Camilla, he stayed at the holistic health centre, known for rejuvenative treatment, including yoga and meditation sessions and therapies, near Whitefield

Troop disengagement complete; Diwali sweets exchanged, says Army

On October 25, Army sources here said the process was likely to get completed by October 28-29

Indian Army pays tribute to combat dog Phantom killed in J-K encounter

The four-year-old Belgian Malinois dog, killed during a counter-ambush operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Akhnoor sector on Monday, played a critical role in containing the terrorists

'Unacceptable for China': Beijing publicly slams Pakistan. Here's why

Ensuring the safety and security of Chinese nationals working in Pakistan under CPEC is reportedly costing Islamabad millions of dollars

Goyal meets Schneider Electric CEO in Riyadh to discuss investment plans

The minister is in Saudi Arabia to discuss ways to further deepen the strategic partnership between the two countries and explore new avenues of trade, investment and economic cooperation

Brics+ share in merchandise exports can overtake G7 by 2026: EY India

The October edition of EY Economy Watch reveals a significant shift in global trade dynamics, with the BRICS+ group rapidly increasing its share in merchandise exports and imports

'China pushing Indo-Pacific into new missile age': Why Australia is worried

In late September, China conducted its first known ICBM test in 44 years, launching a missile that could reportedly be capable of reaching the US mainland into the Pacific Ocean

Canada's Oppn leader Poilievre cancels Diwali event, sparks racism charge

The Indian diaspora in Canada highlighted a more pervasive problem, as "racism and discrimination are prevalent in Canada," with this incident revealing lingering systemic biases

Canada admits leaking details on Indian 'interference' claims to US paper

Canada's national security adviser confirmed that she and Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister David Morrison leaked information about Indian activities and Union Home Minister to The Washington Post

Rajnath leaves for Arunachal; to interact with Armed Forces personnel

Rajnath Singh said that India has made significant strides in reducing its dependence on imports and becoming self-reliant in defence production

Disengagement process between India, China in Demchok, Depsang almost over

After the disengagement process is completely over, coordinated patrolling will commence

US welcomes India-China border disengagement, refutes role in resolution

We have talked to our Indian partners and taken a brief on it, but we did not play any role in this resolution, US State Department Spokesperson, Matthew Miller added

US refutes reports of expelling Indian diplomats amid India-Canada row

During a press briefing on Tuesday (local time), State Department Spokesperson Matthew Miller said he was unfamiliar with any such report and was not aware of any expulsion of Indian diplomats

India-China disengagement at two friction points in its final stages

Adhering to agreements between the two sides, Indian troops then begun to pull back equipment to rear locations in these areas

Hezbollah names Naim Qassem as leader; Israel says he won't last long

"Temporary appointment. Not for long," Israel's Defence Minister Yoav Gallant posted on X with a photo of Qassem

America repatriated over 1,100 Indian nationals in 2024, says US official

Murray highlighted the significant role of the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS), specifically its agency, US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in coordinating deportations

Looking forward to advancing EU-India FTA talks: Spanish President Snchez

The European Union (EU)-India proposed a free trade agreement (FTA) aimed at further boosting bilateral trade and investments between the two regions