Hong Kong laws behind massive decline in media freedom: Report
The press freedom in Hong Kong has reached its lowest level in at least 11 years, Voice of America (VOA) reported, citing the latest survey of its members and the…
UAE: Sharjah Charity International disbursed AED 84.3 million in H1-24
The Sharjah Charity International (SCI) spent AED84.3 million on aid programmes within the country during the first half of this year. This includes AED 6.7 million for monthly aid, AED…
Amid escalating tensions, Philippines demands China to halt “dangerous actions” in South China Sea
With escalating maritime confrontations between Manila and Beijing, the Philippines has demanded China to “cease all provocative and dangerous actions” after it recently accused it of firing at an aircraft…
Taiwan reports increased Chinese activity around it
Taiwan detected 38 Chinese aircraft and 12 Chinese vessels around its territory till 6am on Saturday, Taiwan’s Ministry of Defence stated. The defence ministry stated that 32 aircraft crossed the…
Taiwan sentences 8 military officers for spying for China
The Taiwan High Court on Thursday sentenced eight Taiwanese military officers to prison on spying charges for China in exchange for financial gain, Voice of America reported. The report stated,…
US: Lloyd Austin lauds “robust contributions” of Indian Navy in upholding freedom of navigation, regional security
US Secretary of Defence, Lloyd Austin lauded the Indian Navy during his meeting with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh for its “robust contributions” in upholding freedom of navigation and regional security.…
PM Modi going to Ukraine can be helpful to getting us to an end to conflict: White House
Calling India a strong partner of the US, White House said that the United States welcomes any other country willing to be helpful in trying to end the conflict in…
Significant to us that India supports Ukraine’s sovereignty, territorial integrity: President Zelenskyy following PM Modi’s visit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Ukraine and said it is significant that India remains committed to international law and supports Kyiv’s sovereignty and territorial…
Bullet wounds found in the bodies of six recovered Israeli hostages
The bodies of six Israeli hostages recovered from Gaza on Tuesday had bullet wounds, according to preliminary forensic analysis. The bodies of Yagav Buchstab, Chaim Perry, Nadav Popwell, Avraham Monder,…
US approves sale of Anti-Submarine Warfare Sonobuoys to India
The United States Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, has approved a possible foreign military sale of anti-submarine warfare Sonobuoys and related equipment to India at an estimated cost of USD…
India gave message of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ to world, can never cheat anyone: Rajnath Singh in US
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that India can never backstab others, and has always given the message of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ to the whole world. Addressing the Indian diaspora in Washington,…
EAM Jaishankar discusses Ukraine conflict, Indo-Pacific with Polish counterpart
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met his Polish counterpart, Radoslaw Sikorski and discussed the issues of the Ukraine conflict and the Indo-Pacific situation. EAM affirmed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s…
India, Poland elevate ties to strategic partnership; express concern on Ukraine conflict
India and Poland decided to elevate their ties to the level of strategic partnership, and reinforced their commitment to a free, open and rules-based Indo-Pacific, during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s…
Sri Lanka announces visa-free access to Indians, 34 other nations from October 1
Sri Lanka has decided to provide free visa access to 35 countries including India from October 1, Sri Lanka-based Daily Mirror reported citing Harin Fernando, the advisor to the Sri…
Indo-Polish entrepreneurs laud PM Modi’s visit, say it will strengthen business relations between two countries
Indo-Polish entrepreneurs have lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Poland, and said it will not just boost the political but also business relations between New Delhi and Warsaw. President…
Kennedy Jr likely to end campaign, may endorse Trump: Report
Independent presidential candidate, Robert F Kennedy Jr is expected to suspend his campaign on Friday at an event in Arizona, CNN reported citing two sources familiar with the plans. Kennedy…
US: Long-serving Congressman Bill Pascrell Jr dies
Democratic congressman from New Jersey, Bill Pascrell, who served in the House of Representatives since 1997 passed away at the age of 87, CNN reported. “It is with deep sadness…
PM Modi accorded ceremonial welcome on arrival in Poland
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday arrived in Poland on the first leg of his two-nation visit and was accorded a ceremonial welcome at the Warsaw airport. PM Modi said…
Former US Ambassador to UN pushes for Taiwan’s UN membership, stronger global stand against China
Former US Ambassador to the United Nations, Nikki Haley, on Wednesday in Taipei urged the UN to acknowledge Taiwan more fully, advocating for its inclusion as a full member and…
PM Modi welcomed by enthusiastic Indian diaspora crowd in Warsaw
An eager crowd of the Indian diaspora welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Raffles Europejski Warsaw Hotel in Warsaw on Wednesday. An eager crowd was seen at the hotel…
“Will discuss areas of strategic interests”: Rajnath Singh ahead of US visit
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has said that he will be visiting Washington and looks forward to meeting his US counterpart Lloyd Austin. Singh said that he will discuss areas…
“India advocates permanent peace, believes in dialogue, diplomacy”: PM Modi in Poland ahead of Ukraine visit
Ahead of his visit to Ukraine, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that India has always advocated for permanent peace in the region, adding that it believes in dialogue…
US: Tim Walz to speak at Democratic National Convention’s third night with party’s rising stars
US Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz will speak at the Democratic National Convention’s third night in Chicago. The former school teacher and football coach…
“Poland sees India as great partner for business…:” Lodz Governor ahead of PM Modi’s visit
Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit, Lodz Governor Dorota Ryl emphasised that Poland views India as a “great partner” for business and other collaborations. In an interview with ANI,…