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India's diplomatic offensive against Pak begins, Sanjay Jha-led delegation departs today

IANS | May 21, 2025 6:29 AM

New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) India is set to launch an extensive global outreach campaign aimed at exposing Pakistan's alleged role as a hub of international terrorism. As part of this initiative, the first set of all-party parliamentary delegations will begin their visits abroad starting Wednesday, with the team led by JD-U leader Sanjay Kumar Jha departing for Japan tonight.

PM Modi to German Chancellor: Both countries stand united in fight against terrorism

IANS | May 20, 2025 9:52 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday held a telephone conversation with Friedrich Merz on Tuesday evening and congratulated him on assuming office as the Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany.

BrahMos proved its effectiveness again during Operation Sindoor: India's Ambassador to Russia

IANS | May 20, 2025 9:35 PM

Moscow, May 20 (IANS) As India and Russia continue to deepen defence cooperation, the effectiveness of 'Made in India' defence equipment was decisively proven during Operation Sindoor against Pakistan, Vinay Kumar, the Ambassador of India to Russia, said in an interview to a Russian publication.

Vietnam: Large number of devotees pay respect to holy Buddha relics from India

IANS | May 20, 2025 9:33 PM

Hanoi, May 20 (IANS) The holy relics of Lord Buddha sent from India enshrined at the famous Buddhist temple Tam Chuc Pagoda in Ha Nam province of Vietnam witnessed a large number of devotees on Tuesday who lined up from early morning to worship pay their respects amidst the sacred atmosphere. As the exposition entered the fourth day, the number of pilgrims to Tam Chuc Pagoda is still increasing.

Pakistan's apex court upholds death penalty for Zahir Jaffer who beheaded former Ambassador's daughter

IANS | May 20, 2025 9:23 PM

Islamabad, May 20 (IANS) The Supreme Court of Pakistan has upheld the death sentence of culprit Zahir Jaffer, son of a wealthy industrialist, who was found guilty in the murder case of 27-year-old Noor Mukadam, daughter of Shaukat Mukadam, a Pakistani diplomat who served as Ambassador to South Korea and Kazakhstan, who was attacked and killed by Jaffer in his residence in Islamabad, four years ago.

India's vibrant traditions and innovations showcased in Japan's Osaka

IANS | May 20, 2025 8:34 PM

Tokyo, May 20 (IANS) The Indian Pavilion 'Bharat' at the Expo 2025 in Osaka on Tuesday buzzed with visitors exploring the country's rich textiles, vibrant culture, iconic architecture, and cutting-edge technological advancements that showcase tradition and innovation.

Beaten and humiliated in Operation Sindoor, Pakistan promotes Army Chief Asim Munir to Field Marshal for 'securing country'

IANS | May 20, 2025 7:03 PM

Islamabad, May 20 (IANS) In an unprecedented move after India's hard-hitting Operation Sindoor targetting the terror infrastructure deep inside Pakistan post Pahalgam massacre, the Pakistan Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday announced its decision to promote the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir to the rank of Field Marshal.

Bangladesh: Yunus administration gives green signal to another Pakistani airline to operate from Dhaka

IANS | May 20, 2025 4:55 PM

Dhaka, May 20 (IANS) In yet another significant development highlighting the growing bonhomie between the two countries, the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB) has granted permission to another private Pakistani airline, Air Sial, to operate direct flights between Dhaka and Karachi.

Amid global criticism, Bangladesh court grants bail to actress Nusraat Faria

IANS | May 20, 2025 4:30 PM

Dhaka, May 20 (IANS) Bangladesh's leading actress Nusraat Faria was granted bail by a Dhaka court on Tuesday in an attempted murder case of one Enamul Haque related to the July 2024 movement.

Baloch human rights body blasts Pakistan govt for Pashtun 'genocide' in Waziristan

IANS | May 20, 2025 3:56 PM

Quetta, May 20 (IANS) The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), a human rights body of Balochistan, on Tuesday strongly condemned Pashtun "genocide" by the Pakistan government in Waziristan, highlighting the drone attacks on civilian homes and the brutal massacre of children.

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India's diplomatic offensive against Pak begins, Sanjay Jha-led delegation departs today

PM Modi to German Chancellor: Both countries stand united in fight against terrorism

BrahMos proved its effectiveness again during Operation Sindoor: India's Ambassador to Russia

Vietnam: Large number of devotees pay respect to holy Buddha relics from India

Pakistan's apex court upholds death penalty for Zahir Jaffer who beheaded former Ambassador's daughter

India's vibrant traditions and innovations showcased in Japan's Osaka

Beaten and humiliated in Operation Sindoor, Pakistan promotes Army Chief Asim Munir to Field Marshal for 'securing country'

Bangladesh: Yunus administration gives green signal to another Pakistani airline to operate from Dhaka

Amid global criticism, Bangladesh court grants bail to actress Nusraat Faria

Baloch human rights body blasts Pakistan govt for Pashtun 'genocide' in Waziristan

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