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China conducted nuclear tests days after Galwan Valley clash in 2020: Top US official

In the Galwan Valley clash in May 2020, 20 Indian soldiers had lost their lives. Intelligence reports suggest that over 40 Chinese soldiers were also killed in the clashes; although China has never confirmed them. Washington: China had conducted secret nuclear explosive tests just days after the deadly clash with Indian forces at Galwan Valley in eastern Ladakh, said a top US official earlier this week. The Galwan Valley clash had happened in May 2020 in which 20 Indian soldiers lost their lives. Though China never declared officially on how many soldiers it lost, intelligence reports suggest more than 40…

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Zelenskyy says US gave June deadline to reach truce with Russia; next round of talks likely in Miami

The Ukrainian President on Saturday rebuked Russia for continuously targeting the energy infrastructure in Kyiv. He said Moscow’s aggression was affecting the ongoing peace efforts. Kyiv: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the United States has given a June deadline to both Russia and Ukraine to end the conflict. He said Washington will put pressure on both sides if no consensus is reached till June. This came amid ardent strikes by Russia on the energy infrastructure of Ukraine, forcing nuclear power plants to cut power supplies.     "The Americans are proposing the parties end the war by the beginning of…

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PM Modi receives ceremonial welcome, Guard of Honour in Malaysia | VIDEO

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had arrived in Malaysia on Saturday, with his visit focusing on deepening the defence, trade and investment ties between New Delhi and Kuala Lumpur. New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday received ceremonial welcome and Guard of Honour at Perdana Putra building in Kuala Lumpur, a day after he arrived in Malaysia for a two-day visit to the Southeast Asian country. He was also welcomed by his Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim. Later, the prime minister also interacted with Malaysian ministers and delegations.  PM Modi had arrived in Malaysia on Saturday, where he received a rousing…

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Ramesh Chandra Sen, veteran Awami League leader and ex-minister, dies in jail days before Bangladesh elections

Veteran Bangladeshi politician Ramesh Chandra Sen was a minister in former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's government. He died on Saturday due to health ailments, said officials. Dhaka: Veteran Bangladeshi politician Ramesh Chandra Sen died on Saturday after falling ill during his custody at the District Jail in Dinajpur, reported local media. He was 86 years old. His death comes just days before the February 12 parliamentary elections in the neighbouring nation.  Sen was a senior leader of Sheikh Hasina-led Awami League and had also served as the country's water resource minister. A former member of parliament (MP), Sen was brought…

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In meet with Malaysia’s Anwar Ibrahim, PM Modi’s message on terror, ASEAN and Indo-Pacific; key MoUs signed

PM Modi, who arrived in Malaysia on Saturday, was accorded ceremonial welcome and the Guard of Honour at the Perdana Putra building in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday. Later, he held delegation-level talks with his Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim. Kuala Lumpur: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday that India aims to further increase its cooperation with Malaysia, as he delegation-level talks with his Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim on day 2 of his two-day visit to the Southeast Asian country. Stressing it is crucial for India to have support of friendly countries in the fight against terrorism, he said the prosperity…

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Russia: Four Indian students among six injured in stabbing attack in Ufa; probe launched

Russian health officials said the injured are currently being treated in hospital. One of the victims is reported to be in serious condition, while the other three are in a stable but moderate state. Moscow: As many as six persons, including four Indians, were injured in a stabbing attack at a university in Russia's Bashkortostan Republic on Saturday, Indian mission said.     Early information suggests that a teenage boy carrying a knife entered a student dormitory at the State Medical University in Ufa. He reportedly attacked students who were living in the building, leaving several of them with…

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07

Feb

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Bangladesh General Election Which political parties are contesting and what happened in the last three elections?

Bangladesh General Election: The National Citizen Party, a fresh centrist force spearheaded by 27-year-old student activist Nahid Islam, promises sweeping reforms including a new constitution, improved healthcare and climate action. Dhaka: Bangladesh gears up for its general election on February 12 (Thursday), the first since Sheikh Hasina's 2024 ouster, featuring a dramatic shift. With Awami League (AL) suspended and sidelined, frontrunners Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and Jamaat-e-Islami lead a fragmented field of 51 parties contesting 300 Jatiya Sangsad seats. Major parties contesting in 2026: BNP leads, Jamaat resurgent and NCP emerges Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP): Centre-right powerhouse led by ailing…

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07

Feb

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Strong message to Pakistan? US trade office in new map shows PoK as part of Indian territory

The map also depicts Aksai Chin, a region claimed by China, within Indian territory. China claims the territory and has objected to India’s position, which is a dispute that has remained a sensitive issue in bilateral ties between New Delhi and Beijing. Washington: At a time when New Delhi and Washington announced the framework for an interim trade agreement, a map of India released by the US trade representative’s (USTR) office drew attention on Saturday. The US Trade Representative's Office released a map of India that clearly demarcates the Indian territory in which the northern Union Territory of Jammu…

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PM Modi addresses Indian diaspora in Kuala Lumpur: ‘India to open new consulate in Malaysia soon’

PM Modi addressed the Indian diaspora in Kuala Lumpur and said India's UPI will come to Malaysia soon. He said India will also open new consulate in Malaysia soon. Kuala Lumpur: PM Modi on Saturday addressed the Indian community at an event in Kuala Lumpur and said India will open new consulate in Malaysia soon. He stated that India has seen massive transformation in 10 years and it was 11th largest economy then but now we are knocking on the doors of top three. He added that India will soon give Thiruvalluvar scholarships for students to study in India and…

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PM Modi receives warm welcome after arriving in Malaysia on two-day visit | Video

During his two-day visit, PM Modi will hold wide-ranging talks with the Malaysian prime minister on Sunday, which are expected to produce a number of agreements to further expand cooperation between the two nations. Kuala Lumpur: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday arrived in Kuala Lumpur on a two-day visit where he was received by his Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim. PM Narendra Modi tweets, "Landed in Kuala Lumpur. Deeply touched by the warm welcome extended by my friend, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim at the airport. I look forward to our conversations and to further strengthening the bonds of friendship…

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