Tokyo, April 10 (IANS) Japan has downgraded its description of China in its 2026 Diplomatic Bluebook released on Friday, showcasing strained ties between two nations triggered by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's remarks in November, local media reported.
Dhaka, April 10 (IANS) The Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council, a human rights organisation against religious discrimination, expressed deep concern over the continuation of communal violence across the country in the period before and following this year's national elections, documenting 133 incidents.
Port Louis, April 10 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM), S Jaishankar, held a telephonic conversation with his Japanese counterpart Toshimitsu Motegi on Friday, discussing developments in West Asia, including international shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
New Delhi, April 10 (IANS) When Pakistan entered into a war with the Afghan Taliban, little did it realise that it was indirectly making the Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP) stronger. Today, the ISKP has become a stronger force, and even the recruitments have shot up considerably.
Quetta, April 10 (IANS) Pakistani forces were attacked in an ambush in Balochistan’s Turbat, where a Baloch armed group had earlier imposed a road blockade, resulting in severe casualties, local media reported.
Dhaka, April 10 (IANS) Bangladesh's Awami League expressed serious concerns over actions of the ruling Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) government , warning that the continuation of policies initiated under former Muhammad Yunus led interim government pose a grave threat to the country’s democratic culture and a healthy political environment.
New Delhi, April 10 (IANS) The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday announced the appointment of senior diplomat Pranay Verma as India’s next Ambassador to the Kingdom of Belgium, with concurrent accreditation to the European Union.
New Delhi, April 10 (IANS) There has been a rising concern over the number of Pakistani-origin individuals settled abroad who have associated themselves with the Islamic State. Such persons, according to Indian agencies, pose a big risk to the United States, Canada and Europe.
Washington, April 10 (IANS) India and the United States expanded their strategic engagement with Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri holding a key meeting with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and separate talks with senior US officials, including the FBI Director Kash Patel, covering defence, counter-terrorism and regional security.
Washington, April 10 (IANS) A fresh diplomatic row erupted after Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif posted sharply critical remarks about Israel, drawing swift condemnation from Israeli authorities, US lawmakers and experts at a sensitive moment in ongoing ceasefire efforts.
