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India, Australia hold talks on nuclear disarmament, non-proliferation

The discussions took place at a meeting of India-Australia bilateral dialogue on disarmament, non-proliferation and export control

Singapore PM Lawrence Wong likely to visit India next month to sign MoUs

The new initiatives are set to be firmed up at the third India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable (ISMR) to be held here on Wednesday

India calls Munir's remarks from friendly third country's soil regrettable

During his official visit to the US, Munir has engaged in high-level interactions with senior political and military leadership, as well as members of the Pakistani diaspora

India committed to peaceful resolution in Ukraine: PM Narendra Modi

In phone call, Zelenskyy tells PM that it is necessary to limit export of Russian energy

US tariffs on Indian oil imports from Russia a 'big blow' to Moscow: Trump

Addressing a press conference at the White House, Trump claimed, Russia's economy has been severely disrupted by the ongoing global pressures due to the imposition of US tariffs on several countries

India bans jute product imports from Bangladesh via all land routes

The products included in the list are bleached and unbleached woven fabrics of Jute or of other textile bast fibre; twine, cordage, rope of jute; and sacks and bags of jute

Zelenskyy urges India to limit Russia energy exports; PM Modi responds

PM Modi also posted about his conversation with Zelenskyy, stating that he conveyed India's consistent position on the need for an early and peaceful resolution of the conflict

China to build Xinjiang-Tibet rail link 'near' LAC with India: Report

The Xinjiang-Tibet Railway Company (XTRC) had been formally registered with 95 billion yuan ($13.2 billion) in capital and wholly owned by China State Railway Group to build the project, report stated

Nuclear sabre-rattling is Pakistan's stock-in-trade, says MEA spokesperson

The MEA's remark came in response to Munir's comment, who warned that Islamabad would be prepared to use nuclear weapons if faced with an "existential threat" in a future conflict

Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif set to visit Japan in October, first in 20 years

Shehbaz Sharif's visit, the first by a Pakistani prime minister in 20 years, is being planned following a 'special invitation' from the Japanese government

Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir delivers 'nuclear threat' from US soil

Asim Munir nuclear threat: Pakistan's Army chief Asim Munir warns of nuclear use if threatened by India, in remarks made during a US visit

Yemen's leader praises deep-rooted friendship, cooperative ties with India

Al-Alimi also highlighted the commercial and economic partnership and said that despite challenging circumstances

Security ops to kill terrorists enters second day in J&K's Kishtwar

The terrorists are believed to be hiding inside a cave on a cliff at Bhagna forest in Dool area, some 25 km from Kishtwar town, the officials said

Isro to launch 6,500 kg US-made communication satellite from India

After the historic launch of NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) mission onboard a GSLV-F16 rocket on July 30, ISRO would be launching another satellite for the United States, V Narayanan said

Israeli PM Netanyahu defends planned military offensive in Gaza

Netanyahu said he has directed Israel's military in recent days to "bring in more foreign journalists" - which would be a striking development

Pakistan says India overflight ban cost ₹1,240 crore in just over 2 months

According to Pakistan's Defence ministry, the PAA's revenue shortfall from April 24-June 30 was PKR 4.1 billion after barring Indian aircraft

Encounter breaks out between security forces, terrorists in J-K's Kishtwar

The security forces had launched a search operation in Dool area of the hilly district following specific information about the presence of terrorists

India welcomes Putin-Trump summit on Ukraine conflict in Alaska next week

India's reaction came hours after the US and Russia announced that Trump and Putin will meet in Alaska next Friday on the Ukraine conflict

Who pressured PM to stop Operation Sindoor: Congress after IAF revelation

The Congress party questioned PM Modi's decision to halt Operation Sindoor after the IAF chief revealed they shot down five Pakistani fighter jets and at least one more aircraft

DRDO chief says Op Sindoor was declaration of India's self-reliance

DRDO chief Samir Kamat said that Operation Sindoor was not just a mission, but a statement to the world that India has the capability to protect its borders through homegrown technology