China coal mine blast kills 82, nine still trapped as rescue efforts continue

Taiyuan- At least 82 people have lost their lives and nine others remain trapped after a massive gas explosion at a coal mine in north China’s Shanxi Province, according to reports from Xinhua news agency.

The accident took place on Friday…

Cyprus President Pushes for Stronger EU-India Partnership Amid Global Challenges

New Delhi: Nikos Christodoulides on Friday stressed the importance of strengthening ties between the European Union and India, saying the relationship is rapidly expanding beyond trade into a broader strategic partnership amid increasing geopolitical…

Marco Rubio Warns Iran Against Hormuz Transit Toll, Says US Europe Troop Review Not Punitive

Stockholm: Marco Rubio has strongly opposed any move by Iran to impose transit tolls in the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, calling such a step “unacceptable” and warning that it could create a dangerous global precedent.

PM Modi arrives in Delhi after successfully concluding five-nation tour

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi returned to New Delhi on Thursday morning after concluding a high-profile five-nation diplomatic tour that covered the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, and Italy.…

Iran reviewing latest US proposals as indirect talks continue through Pakistan

Tehran- Iran on Wednesday said it is reviewing the latest proposals shared by the United States as indirect exchanges between the two countries continue through Pakistani mediation amid ongoing regional tensions.

Speaking to state broadcaster…

‘Hard Work Is the Key to Success’: Italian PM Meloni Speaks in Hindi, Highlights Strong India Ties

Rome- Emphasising the growing momentum in India-Italy relations, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Wednesday referred to the popular Hindi proverb “Parishram hi safalta ki kunji hai” (hard work is the key to success) while underlining…

Donald Trump Delays Planned Iran Strike After Gulf Nations Push for Diplomacy

Washington: US President Donald Trump has said he temporarily halted a planned military strike on Iran after urgent appeals from Gulf countries seeking additional time for diplomatic negotiations over Tehran’s nuclear programme.

Speaking…

India Voices Concern Over Attack on UAE’s Barakah Nuclear Plant, Urges Restraint and Diplomacy

New Delhi: India has expressed deep concern over the reported drone strike targeting the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the United Arab Emirates, calling the incident a serious escalation and urging all sides to return to dialogue and diplomacy.

Trump’s ‘Calm Before the Storm’ Post Raises Fears of Fresh US-Iran Conflict

Washington: US President Donald Trump has sparked fresh concerns over a possible escalation in the Middle East after posting a cryptic message alongside an AI-generated image hinting at rising tensions with Iran.

The social media post carried…

My visit added new momentum to India-Netherlands ties: PM Modi

PM Modi Amsterdam: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday that his visit to the Netherlands has added new momentum to bilateral ties. He thanked his Netherlands counterpart, Rob Jetten, for the warm hospitality and for coming…