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In response to Shaddadi base attack, US strikes Iran-backed group in Syria
The action on militia group's weapons storage and logistics headquarters facility comes after a rocket attack on US personnel at Patrol Base Shaddadi
 "In response to Shaddadi base attack, US strikes Iran-backed group in Syria")
Govt may seek flexibility in tariff concessions under FTA review with Asean
The domestic steel industry has time and again flagged concerns over a significant increase in imports from countries like China and misuse of FTA with Asean
 "Govt may seek flexibility in tariff concessions under FTA review with Asean")
Saudi Arabia important factor for stability in West Asia: EAM Jaishankar
EAM Jaishankar emphasised India's commitment to condemning acts of terrorism and hostage-taking while expressing deep concern over the continuing deaths of civilians
 "Saudi Arabia important factor for stability in West Asia: EAM Jaishankar")
Pak faces IMF scrutiny as bailout programme review may shift to quarterly
A quarterly review would allow for continuous oversight of the approximately 40 conditions outlined in the $7 billion agreement
 "Pak faces IMF scrutiny as bailout programme review may shift to quarterly")
Fox News host as Trump's Pentagon chief: Why is US defence sector uneasy?
President-elect Donald Trump's statements during his campaign have heightened fears that sweeping and controversial changes are likely at the Pentagon during his second term
 "Fox News host as Trump's Pentagon chief: Why is US defence sector uneasy?")
Ongoing military exercise VINBAX-24 at Ambala to boost Indo-Vietnam ties
The 5th Edition of "VINBAX 2024" is being conducted from November 4 to 23 at Ambala and Chandimandir
 "Ongoing military exercise VINBAX-24 at Ambala to boost Indo-Vietnam ties")
Jaishankar meets Italian Ambassador, discusses India-Italy strategic ties
He had previously remarked on the relationship between the two countries
Pakistan's $7-bn IMF bailout deal hits a rough patch. Here's what we know
IMF reportedly mulling stricter review of Pakistan bailout package after noticing early slippages
 "Pakistan's $7-bn IMF bailout deal hits a rough patch. Here's what we know")
India-designated Khalistani terrorist Arshdeep Singh Gill held in Canada
Dalla had come to Canada from Punjab in 2018 and lived in Surrey as per a report in Canada's Globe and Mail newspaper, which said he is the reported head of the Dalla Lakhbir gang
 "India-designated Khalistani terrorist Arshdeep Singh Gill held in Canada")
Experts hail pro-India Mike Waltz's pick as US NSA; predict stronger ties
The National Security Adviser is a top aide to the president who plays a major role in foreign and national security policy decision-making
 "Experts hail pro-India Mike Waltz's pick as US NSA; predict stronger ties")
COP29: India, other developing nations demand fair climate finance pledges
Concerns were also raised that nearly 69 per cent of reported finance came in the form of loans adding burdens on the already vulnerable countries
 "COP29: India, other developing nations demand fair climate finance pledges")
India reiterates stand on terrorism, highlights peacekeeping efforts at UN
Counsellor Eldos Mathew Punnoos from India delivered the statement at the General Debate in the Fourth Committee of the UN General Assembly
 "India reiterates stand on terrorism, highlights peacekeeping efforts at UN")
India-Indonesia conclude 9th edition of 12-day Garuda Shakti Exercise
The closing ceremony for the 9th edition of the India-Indonesia Joint Special Forces Garuda Shakti Exercise was held at Cijantung, Indonesia on November 12.
Silent majority voted Trump to power says Indian American Republican
On November 6, Trump was elected the US president for a second term in one of the greatest political comebacks in American history
 "Silent majority voted Trump to power says Indian American Republican")
No direct threats to places of worship amid tensions: Canada's Peel Police
Peel Regional Police has been in contact with the Consul General of India, as well as places of worship and community centres
 "No direct threats to places of worship amid tensions: Canada's Peel Police")
Afghan community in India demands more consular staff, assistance from MEA
A lone former diplomat, who has continued to stay in India, has somehow kept the Afghan Mission/Consulates running
 "Afghan community in India demands more consular staff, assistance from MEA")
Govt sanctions first all-women CISF battalion with over 1,000 personnel
The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has 12 reserve battalions under its establishment at present
 "Govt sanctions first all-women CISF battalion with over 1,000 personnel")
PM Modi to attend G20 summit in Brazil from November 18-19, says MEA
The prime minister will visit Rio De Janeiro from November 18-19 to attend the G20 summit hosted by Brazil President Luiz Inacio Lula Da Silva
 "PM Modi to attend G20 summit in Brazil from November 18-19, says MEA")
Confident of reaching $100 bn trade volume with Russia before 2030: EAM
The external affairs minister said New Delhi welcomes and fully reciprocates Moscow's growing interest in exploring economic opportunities in India
 "Confident of reaching $100 bn trade volume with Russia before 2030: EAM")
Trump names Rubio, Waltz, Homan in major cabinet shakeup for second term
Donald Trump's return to the White House sees cabinet picks focusing on immigration reform, national security, and deregulation. Here's a look at the key appointments and their expected roles
 "Trump names Rubio, Waltz, Homan in major cabinet shakeup for second term")
