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PM Modi holds talks with Belgium King Philippe, discusses 'strong' bilateral relations, trade
India | Mar 27, 2025, 09:59 PM ISTIndia and Belgium share deep bilateral ties with bilateral trade between both countries reaching USD 15 billion. Belgium was one of the first country to open a mission and India and establish diplomatic ties with New Delhi after independence.
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Jaishankar says 97 Indian fishermen in Sri Lankan custody, attributes crisis to '1974 decision'
India | Mar 27, 2025, 09:15 PM ISTExternal Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday informed in the Rajya Sabha that a total of 97 Indian fishermen are in Sri Lankan custody. He blamed the decisions taken in 1970s for the current crisis that's unfolding.
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Hezbollah battalion commander Ahmed Adnan killed in Israeli strikes, Air Force releases video
World | Mar 27, 2025, 08:09 PM ISTIsrael has killed Hezbollah battalion commander Ahmed Adnan in airstrikes. The terror group launched attacks on Israel in support of Hamas on October 8, 2023. According to the Lebanon’s health ministry, one man was killed in the attack. Images from the scene show the destroyed vehicle in flames.
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Trump could be taking biggest political risk as US indulges in trade war with Canada: Here's how
World | Mar 27, 2025, 09:57 PM ISTUS President Donald Trump might be taking huge political risks by indulging in a trade war with Canada. According to an analysis, the most affected US states, which include Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin, due to trade war with Canada are those which helped Trump's return.
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Jaishankar reaffirms strong India-Russia ties, says 'New Delhi immensely values its relations..'
World | Mar 27, 2025, 05:49 PM ISTExternal Affairs Minister S Jaishankar acknowledged that India and Russia have smoothly adapted to the changing times. He asserted that both countries look to take the bilateral trade to USD 100 billion by 2030, while he also highlighted the areas of cooperation between both countries.
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Putin accepts PM Modi's invitation to visit India, preparations underway: Russia
World | Mar 27, 2025, 05:26 PM ISTPresident Putin and PM Modi maintain regular contact, as both leaders share a personal bond. The two leaders generally hold in-person meetings, particularly on the sidelines of international events. PM Modi had invited Putin during his last visit to Russia.
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EU urges citizens to stockpile essential supplies to last 72 hours to prevent emerging threats
World | Mar 27, 2025, 07:28 PM ISTThe European Union on Wednesday urged its citizens to stockpile essential items like food and water which could last at least 72 hours. Moreover, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has warned Europe that Russia could be capable of launching another missile attack in Europe by 2030.
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'Vladimir Putin will die soon': Zelenskyy's shocking claim amid Russian President's health rumours
World | Mar 27, 2025, 04:13 PM ISTUkrainian President has made a shocking claim regarding Russian President Vladimir Putin, stating that he will die soon. Zelenskyy's remarks have come amidst rumours related to Russian President's health doing rounds.
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Four US soldiers, who went missing in Lithuania, have died, says NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte
World | Mar 26, 2025, 11:54 PM ISTNATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said that the four US soldiers who went missing in Lithuania have died. He said, "This is really terrible news." According to a statement by the US military, the soldiers were conducting scheduled tactical training.
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Indian Army to induct ATAGS in its artillery arsenal: Here's how it will be game-changer
India | Mar 26, 2025, 11:08 PM ISTThe ATAGS, the only gun in the world to be powered with electric drives, is capable of firing all types of 155mm ammunition, which includes high explosive, precision-guided, smoke and illumination shells.
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South Korea wildfires claim 24 lives, destroy 300 structures, including ancient Buddhist Temple
World | Mar 26, 2025, 10:18 PM ISTWildfires in South Korea have claimed 24 lives, while destroying 300 structures, including an ancient Buddhist Temple. South Korea's acting President Han Duck-soo said that the wildfires that began last Friday were worse than many previous ones.
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'We compete doesn't mean that there should be conflict between us': Jaishankar on India-China ties
India | Mar 26, 2025, 09:16 PM ISTExternal Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that from October last year, the India-China ties have seen some improvement. He added, "We are working on different aspects of it." Notably, both countries reached an agreement in October on patrolling arrangements in the Depsang Plains and Demchok.
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Trump admin's new social media policy likely to impact Indian Green Card holders in US | Explained
World | Mar 26, 2025, 08:04 PM ISTThe new social media policy of the Trump administration may impact Indian Green Card holders in the US, as the latest proposal may require them to surrender their social media accounts.
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Defence Ministry signs Rs 6,900 crore contracts for procurement of artillery gun systems, vehicles
India | Mar 26, 2025, 07:02 PM ISTThe Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed the current deal worth 6,900 crores for the procurement of advanced towed artillery gun systems (ATAGS) and high mobility gun towing vehicles. The deal is slated to play a crucial role in bolstering the Army's firepower.
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'Blood of our children is not cheap': Palestinians erupt in rare protest against Hamas in Gaza Strip
World | Mar 26, 2025, 06:12 PM ISTIn a rare protest against Hamas, Palestinians protested against the militant group, urging that the war be stopped. The protests have come after Israel launched a wave of airstrikes, killing hundreds of Palestinians. Israel has vowed to escalate the war until Hamas returns the remaining hostages.
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Four suspects arrested for 'facilitating' Jaffar Express attack in Pakistan's Balochistan
World | Mar 26, 2025, 05:38 PM ISTThe attack on the Jaffar Express in Pakistan's Balochistan resulted in the death of 26 hostages, including 18 security personnel. In the latest update, 4 suspects have been arrested for facilitating the Jaffar Express hijack, according to a media report.
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India slams US panel's report on religious freedom, MEA calls USCIRF 'an entity of concern'
World | Mar 26, 2025, 05:44 PM ISTIndia slammed the USCIRF's report on religious freedom, as Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, "Such efforts to undermine India’s standing as a beacon of democracy and tolerance will not succeed."
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Supreme Court dismisses plea for CBI probe into 'honey-trap' allegations in Karnataka Assembly
India | Mar 26, 2025, 04:21 PM ISTThe Supreme Court on Wednesday dismissed the plea which sought independent probe into 'honey-trap' allegations, which involved a minister and other politicians in Karnataka Assembly. The plea had sought independent probe either by an SIT or CBI.
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PM Modi to pray at Rameshwaram's Ramanathaswamy Temple on Ram Navami, inaugurate Pamban Bridge
India | Mar 26, 2025, 03:53 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi will pray at the Ramanathaswamy Temple in Tamil Nadu's Rameshwaram and also inaugurate the Pamban Bridge. The Pamban Bridge will be India's first vertical lift rail bridge. It will connect Mandapam on the mainland to Rameswaram on Pamban Island.
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Switzerland warns China over military drills near Taiwan: Here's why it's significant
World | Mar 19, 2025, 04:46 PM ISTSwitzerland has warned China over military drills near Taiwan and has urged to avoid deescalating tensions in the region. Experts say the warning show the significance of the Taiwan strait.