Zelensky signals readiness to develop revised peace plan into ‘deeper agreements’
Kyiv, Nov 26 (IANS) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that the peace plan prepared by Ukraine and the United States in Geneva could be developed into “deeper agreements.” In an address on Tuesday, Zelensky said he had discussed the plan with Ukraine’s negotiating team. “The principles in this document can be developed into deeper agreements. […]
Arunachal woman harassed in China hits back at trolls, says govt’s stand is for all Indians
New Delhi, Nov 26 (IANS) The woman from Arunachal Pradesh who faced harassment by Chinese authorities at Shanghai airport has issued a strong response to online trolls, stressing that any action taken by the Indian government is meant to protect the dignity of all Indians, not her alone. Pema Wang Thongdok had earlier stated that […]
Over 20 schools closed as catastrophic fire danger warning issued for east Australia
Sydney, Nov 26 (IANS) More than 20 schools in the eastern Australian state of New South Wales (NSW) have been closed after authorities warned of a catastrophic fire danger amid extreme heat and strong winds. The Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) warned that catastrophic fire danger is forecast for NSW’s Lower Central West Plains region, about […]
Number of evacuees rises to over 21,000 following floods in Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur, Nov 26 (IANS) The number of evacuees rose to over 21,000 in Malaysia on Wednesday, with 10 states affected across the country due to the current northeast monsoon season, according to authorities. Kelantan remains the hardest hit, with 9,642 flood evacuees housed in 52 flood relief centres as of 9 a.m. local time. […]
Death toll from Vietnam flooding rises to 98
Hanoi, Nov 26 (IANS) The death toll from heavy rains and flooding in Vietnam’s central region has risen to 98, with 10 others still missing, the Vietnam Disaster and Dyke Management Authority said in a report on Wednesday. More than 2,000 houses were damaged, and 426 others collapsed, according to the report. The floods submerged […]
Indian envoy discusses bilateral economic engagement agenda with US Under Secretary
Washington, Nov 26 (IANS) India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra held a wide ranging conversation on India-US bilateral economic engagement agenda with Jacob Helberg, the 22nd Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs. “Congratulated US Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg on assuming his responsibilities. Had a wide ranging […]
INS Vikrant arrives in Colombo for 2025 International Fleet Review
Colombo, Nov 26 (IANS) Indian Navy’s indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikrant arrived at Colombo Harbour on Wednesday, following an invitation from the Sri Lanka Navy to participate in the upcoming International Fleet Review 2025 (IFR). Marking its 75th anniversary, the Sri Lanka Navy is hosting the fleet review, which will bring together ships from several […]
India, UAE agree to enhance cooperation in consular, visa and legal domains
Abu Dhabi, Nov 26 (IANS) India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) held the 6th Meeting of the Joint Committee on Consular Affairs (JCCA) in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday, agreeing on further steps to enhance cooperation across the consular, visa and legal domains. The two delegations reviewed progress since the previous meeting of the JCCA […]
India supports all efforts aimed at bringing lasting peace: MEA on Russia-Ukraine plan
New Delhi, Nov 26 (IANS) The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Wednesday said that India continues to back all efforts aimed at ending the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. Addressing a weekly media briefing on Wednesday, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that New Delhi has always called for sincere and practical engagement between the two parties […]
Verdict against Sheikh Hasina not just miscarriage of justice, but warning for Bangladesh: Report
Dhaka, Nov 26 (IANS) The death sentence handed to Bangladesh’s former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina demonstrates a political execution carried out in the name of law, approved by an unelected authority, and announced through a tribunal reshaped for eliminating a former PM who once challenged the very networks now sitting in judgement over her. The […]
