Ahead of talks with EU nations, Iran reiterates commitment to uranium enrichment

IANS | July 25, 2025 3:31 PM

Tehran, July 25 (IANS) Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Friday reiterated Tehran's commitment to uranium enrichment ahead of resumption of talks with the European nations. Araghchi had said on Thursday that Iran would continue its peaceful nuclear programme, including uranium enrichment, stressing the country's inalienable rights under the international law.

Maldives President Muizzu welcomes PM Modi with warm hug in Male

IANS | July 25, 2025 1:30 PM

Male, July 24 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm hug from Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu as he arrived at the airport in Male on Friday. Maldives Foreign Minister, Defence Minister, Finance Minister and Minister of Homeland Security were also present when PM Modi landed in Male.

PM Modi lands in Male to attend Maldives' 60th Independence Day as guest of honour

IANS | July 25, 2025 10:51 AM

Male, July 25 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Velana International Airport in Male, Maldives, on Friday, to a ceremonial welcome, marking the beginning of a high-profile state visit to the island nation. He was received by Maldivian President Dr Mohamed Muizzu at the airport amidst traditional songs and chants of "Vande Mataram", reflecting the warmth and cultural ties between the two countries.

Author Taslima Nasreen urges Nobel Committee to 'introspect' over giving Nobel Peace Prize to B'desh Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus

IANS | July 25, 2025 4:51 AM

New Delhi, July 25 (IANS) Exiled Bangladeshi author and human rights activist Taslima Nasreen has asked the Nobel Committee to introspect over its decision of the Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Muhammad Yunus, the Chief Adviser of Bangladesh's interim government, "for tarnishing the prestigious award's reputation by spreading unrest in the South Asian country".