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Pressured by China, Pakistan plans security firm to guard Chinese nationals

Amid rising attacks on Chinese workers in Pakistan, Beijing pressures Islamabad to act. Pakistan now eyes a security firm, sparking questions on sovereignty and deepening tensions

'Frank, candid, constructive': Foreign secretary Misri on Bangladesh talks

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri briefs Parliamentary Standing Committee on India-Bangladesh relations after Dhaka visit

Terror hideout busted in J-K's Reasi, huge cache of weapons recovered

The security forces remain vigilant and urge citizens to report any suspicious activity to the authorities

Taiwan detects 34 Chinese military aircraft, 16 vessels around territory

In response to the PLA's activities, the MND initiated war-preparedness drills at strategic locations across the island

UAE foreign minister arrives in New Delhi for 15th Joint Commission Meeting

Notably, the 14th India-UAE Joint Commission Meeting (JCM) was co-chaired by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and his UAE counterpart Sheikh Abdulla bin Zayed Al Nahyan

Must save minorities in Bangladesh, bring them back: Mamata to Centre

Members of various Hindu organisations and civil society groups on Tuesday staged protests across India against attacks on community members in Bangladesh

EAM Jaishankar to meet UAE counterpart on Dec 12 for strategic dialogue

Jaishankar and Al Nahyan will review the entire gamut of bilateral strategic ties at a meeting of the India-UAE Strategic Dialogue on Thursday, officials said

Indian Navy to start 2025 by inducting last Scorpene sub, new stealth ship

Vagsheer, the sixth and final Scorpene-class submarine, and the first of seven Nilgiri-class stealth guided missile frigates are reportedly expected to be commissioned in January

US wants India, Bangladesh to resolve differences peacefully: Matthew Miler

He made the disclosure a day after Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri flagged regrettable incidents of attacks on minorities and conveyed India's concerns, including those related to the safety and welfar

BEML wins Rs 136 cr defence ministry contract for high mobility vehicles

BEML said these features ensure superior mobility, stability and operational safety. The vehicles are capable of operating in extreme climates, from -20 degrees Celsius to +55 degrees Celsius, and at

Hindus in Canada protest outside Bangladesh consulate over minority rights

Highlighting the historical presence of Hindus in Bangladesh, stating, "We are vanished from Afghanistan. We are vanished from Pakistan. This is the high time. If we are not saved now, we will be

'You'll end up like Assad': How Israel backed its warning to Syrian rebels

Israel Defence Forces have carried out over 350 strikes in Syria, reportedly eliminating up to 80 per cent of the ousted Assad regime's strategic military capabilities under operation 'Bashan Arrow'

As China faces attacks in Pakistan, 20 Chinese killed, 34 hurt since 2021

The attacks have frustrated China, reportedly leading it to press Pakistan's federal government to open formal negotiations for a joint security management system

India, Nicaragua sign agreements to implement Quick Impact Projects

The projects are designed to yield immediate and visible benefits for the people of Nicaragua

Haryana's Hisar Airport to transform into logistics hub with US aid

The project will increase air cargo throughput at Hisar Airport, located in the National Capital Area, which includes Delhi, as per the statement

1st India-Nepal Tourism meet held in Kathmandu to promote Mahakumbh 2025

The event organised with an aim to create B2B connections to foster implementation of circuit tourism between India and Nepal

75 nationals evacuated from Syria reach Beirut: Indian embassy in Lebanon

The statement added that the passengers will return by available commercial flights to India

Defence secy Rajesh Singh meets German Delegate Schwarz, highlights ties

The German delegation, led by Andreas Schwarz included rapporteurs of country's budget committee on defence

Taiwan detects 53 Chinese military aircraft, 11 vessels around territory

In response to the PLA's activities, the MND initiated war-preparedness drills at strategic locations

India evacuates 75 nationals from Syria after fall of Assad's regime

All Indian nationals have safely crossed over to Lebanon and will return by available commercial flights to India