Brussels, Oct 20 (IANS) The European Union Council approved conclusions on a new strategic EU-India agenda, in which it welcomes the strong impetus in relations between the two sides. The Council welcomed closer cooperation between India and the EU on security and defence matters based on the principles of mutual trust and respect.
Kyiv, Oct 20 (IANS) Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday extended greetings on the occasion of Diwali and wished "may light always prevail."
Islamabad, Oct 20 (IANS) An anti-terrorism court (ATC) in Rawalpindi on Monday directed police to arrest former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's sister Aleema Khan and present her before the court on October 22 in cases linked to the protest held by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on November 26 last year.
Kathmandu, Oct 20 (IANS) The body of Nepali youth Bipin Joshi, who was killed while being held captive by the Palestinian militant organisation Hamas, arrived in Kathmandu on Monday.
Kabul, Oct 20 (IANS) As many as nine people were injured when a hand grenade exploded inside a mosque during evening prayers in Afghanistan's Parwan province, local officials said on Monday.
Islamabad, Oct 20 (IANS) Pakistani authorities, along with Karachi police, demolished more than 1,000 houses vacated by Afghans in the United Nations-designated Afghan camp in the city's Sohrab Goth over the past five days, local media reported, citing police.
London, Oct 20 (IANS) UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday extended wishes to people on the occasion of Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas.
New Delhi, Oct 20 (IANS) Various diplomatic missions, including those of Finland, Israel, Austria, Brazil, the European Union, and Switzerland, on Monday extended wishes to people on the occasion of Diwali.
Thimphu, Oct 20 (IANS) Bhutan's Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay on Monday shared heartfelt greetings on Diwali, wishing that the festival of lights would usher in hope, harmony, and new beginnings.
Colombo, Oct 20 (IANS) Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Monday extended his warmest wishes to Hindus across the country and abroad on the occasion of Diwali, expressing hope that the festival's spirit would illuminate their hearts.
