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  Jaishankar slams Western envoys reaching out to 'outliers' in India: 'If my ambassador does..'

  February 15, 2025 17:00 IST

  While participating in a panel discussion at the Munich Security Conference, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar lashed out at ambassadors of Western countries for "reaching out to outliers" in India.

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  Hamas releases three Israeli hostages after 498 days in captivity; Watch family's emotional reaction

  February 15, 2025 15:55 IST

  Hamas on Saturday released three Israeli hostages, Iair Horn, Sagui Dekel Chen, Alexander (Sasha) Troufanov, after 498 days in captivity. The Israel Defence Forces have posted a video on X, showing family's reaction.

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  Abortions to resume in Missouri after judge temporarily blocks regulations

  February 15, 2025 8:18 IST

  Planned Parenthood said most of its facilities could not comply with some of the licensing rules, including "medically irrelevant" size requirements for hallways, rooms and doors.

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  MSC 2025: Jaishankar calls on Ukrainian counterpart in Munich, check what he says after meeting

  February 15, 2025 7:12 IST

  The efforts to end Ukraine-Russia have gained momentum since US President Donald Trump's inauguration. Trump recently spoke to his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin, urging him to come to a negotiating table.

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  US Army will no longer allow transgender individuals to enlist in military with immediate effect

  February 15, 2025 6:57 IST

  The US Army's announcement comes after US President Donald Trump last month announced he had signed four executive orders that will reshape the military, including banning transgender service members from serving in the Army.

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  Macron on Russia-Ukraine war: 'Great if Trump can convince Putin, France will play its role’

  February 15, 2025 7:12 IST

  French President Emmanuel Macron has expressed openness to former US President Donald Trump's potential diplomatic role in resolving the Russia-Ukraine war. Macron emphasised that France would support any credible peace efforts while maintaining its commitment to Ukraine's sovereignty.

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  PM Modi arrives at Delhi's Palam airport after his successful visits to France and US

  February 15, 2025 6:44 IST

  During his France visit, PM Modi co-chaired AI summit with French President Emmanuel Macron. In the US, PM Modi held bilateral discussions with US President Donald Trump.

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  Who is Shivon Zilis? Elon Musk's partner who accompanied him in meeting with PM Modi

  February 14, 2025 22:24 IST

  Shivon Zilis has worked as a project director with Tesla and currently works as the director of operations and special projects at Neuralink.

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  Ready to meet Putin only if..: Zelenskyy's condition for in-person meeting with Russian counterpart

  February 14, 2025 21:50 IST

  Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that the United States, including the Biden administration, never saw Ukraine as a NATO member. His remarks came ahead of a meeting with US Vice President JD Vance.

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  Pakistan rattled by Trump's offer of F-35 stealth fighters to India, says 'will disrupt regional..'

  February 14, 2025 21:03 IST

  Pakistan has reacted to Trump's announcement of the US paving the way to offer F-35 stealth fighter jets to India. On Friday, Pakistan's foreign ministry said, "Pakistan is deeply concerned over the planned transfer."

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  Hamas to release Israeli-American man, two other hostages amid Netanyahu's threat to stop Gaza deal

  February 14, 2025 20:11 IST

  As Netanyahu threatens to withdraw from the Gaza ceasefire deal, Hamas has said it will release three more hostages on Saturday. Hamas has also released the details of the hostages to be released.

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  NASA reveals probable date of Sunita Williams, Butch Willmore's return to Earth from ISS

  February 14, 2025 23:41 IST

  Indian-origin NASA astronaut Sunita Williams and her colleague Butch Willmore are likely return from ISS to Earth in mid-March.

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  Chernobyl nuclear reactor roof under drone attack: Here's why it worries the world

  February 14, 2025 19:15 IST

  The attack on the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in the Kyiv region sends a warning to the entire world, as the safety of nuclear facilities is of paramount importance to ensure radiation doesn't take place.

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  Pope Francis to be hospitalised for medical examinations for bronchitis treatment: Vatican

  February 14, 2025 16:13 IST

  The 88-year-old pope will be hospitalised at Rome's Gemelli Polyclinic at the end of Friday's daily audiences to undergo some necessary diagnostic tests.

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  F-35 fighter jets, 26/11 extradition, Mission 500: Check announcements during PM Modi-Trump meeting

  February 14, 2025 12:12 IST

  During the meeting, PM Modi and Trump discussed various issues, including trade, defence, technology, energy, security, and people-to-people ties. They also exchanged views on regional and international developments of mutual interest.

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  Elon Musk calls meeting with PM Modi an 'Honour', responds to Indian PM's X post

  February 14, 2025 11:28 IST

  Tesla CEO Elon Musk met Indian PM Narendra Modi in Washington DC, calling the meeting an "honour." Discussions focused on India’s EV, space sector, and global innovation.

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  PM Modi-Trump meeting: From F-35 jets to Javelin missiles, list of major defence announcements

  February 14, 2025 11:02 IST

  India and the US strengthened strategic ties as President Trump announced F-35 fighter jets for India, a USD 500B trade goal under Mission 500, and deeper military cooperation. Key takeaways from the Modi-Trump meeting.

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  Great leader, special man, top negotiator: Seven things Trump said about PM Modi during his US visit

  February 14, 2025 10:59 IST

  At his Oval Office, Trump welcomed Modi with a long handshake and a warm hug while describing the prime minister as a "great friend" for a long time.

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  President Trump pulls chair for PM Modi at White House meeting in rare gesture | Video

  February 14, 2025 10:35 IST

  US President Donald Trump gave PM Narendra Modi a warm welcome at the White House, pulling out a chair for him during their meeting. PM Modi's first US visit post-Trump's reelection strengthened India-US relations.

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  How F-35 fighter jets will be a game-changer for India's defence system: Check its cost, features

  February 14, 2025 9:45 IST

  Developed by Lockheed Martin for the United States and its allies, the F-35 Lightning II is one of the world's most advanced and versatile fighter jets. These fighter jets can integrate advanced stealth, unparalleled situational awareness and networked combat capabilities.

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  India, US deliver strong message to Pakistan: Prosecute perpetrators of Mumbai, Pathankot attacks

  February 14, 2025 10:32 IST

  PM Modi and US President Donald Trump during their meeting in Washington affirmed India and United States' commitment to fight against global terrorism and called on Pakistan to ensure that its territory is not used to carry out cross-border terrorist attacks.

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  PM Modi's MAGA, MIGA unity equation to create MEGA partnership as India-US vow to boost trade

  February 14, 2025 9:21 IST

  PM Modi and US President Donald Trump set a USD 500 billion bilateral trade target by 2030, emphasising India-US energy, defense, and economic cooperation. PM Modi introduced ‘MAGA+MIGAMEGA’ to strengthen the strategic partnership between the US and India.

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  PM Modi on illegal immigrants in US: India ready to take back its citizens, need to end trafficking

  February 14, 2025 8:19 IST

  PM Modi on illegal immigrants said most of the people staying illegally are from ordinary families and are misguided by human traffickers.

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  Who is Tahawwur Hussain Rana? US approves extradition of 26/11 accused to India

  February 14, 2025 8:39 IST

  PM Modi reaffirmed India's commitment to repatriating illegal citizens from the US while urging a global crackdown on human trafficking. Speaking alongside US President Trump, he announced Indian consulates in Los Angeles and Boston and lauded the extradition approval of 26/11 accused Tahawwur Rana.

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  Trump gifts signed copy of his book 'Our Journey Together' to PM Modi, says 'You are great'

  February 14, 2025 7:22 IST

  PM Modi and US President Donald Trump shared a hug as the latter welcomed the former at the White House on Thursday (local time). Trump and PM Modi warmly greeted each other and shook hands. While meeting PM Modi, Trump said, "We missed you, we missed you a lot."

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  Trump says US to pave way for providing F-35 stealth fighter planes to India, increase military sale

  February 14, 2025 6:54 IST

  The Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II, the most widely-deployed fifth-generation fighter, took part in the 15th edition of Aero India, Asia's biggest aerospace and defence exhibition, at the Yelahanka Air Force Station in Bengaluru earlier this month.

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  US approves Tahawwur Rana's extradition, PM Modi says 'thankful to President Trump that.."

  February 14, 2025 6:10 IST

  PM Modi thanked US President Donald Trump for his administration's approval of Tahawwur Rana, who is one of the plotters of the 26/11 Mumbai attacks.

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  How will US counter China by being tough on trade with India: Here's what Trump said

  February 14, 2025 5:36 IST

  Ahead of his meeting with PM Modi, US President Donald Trump announced reciprocal tariffs on India. In response to a question how US will counter China by being tough on trade with India, Trump said, "We are in a very great shape to beat anybody we want."