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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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07

Feb

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Trump deletes racist video on Obamas after row, but refuses to apologise

The nearly one-minute video showed Obamas as monkeys for around a second. It was deleted later by the White House following a controversy. Washington: US President Donald Trump on Saturday deleted a racist video of former President Barack and his wife Michelle Obama, depicting them as monkeys, following a massive outrage. Although he deleted the post, the Republican leader refused to apologise and said he had only seen the first part of the video, which he claimed was all about debunking 'false claims' about the 2020 US presidential elections.  "I guess during the end of it, there was some kind…

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Bangladesh Election: How different political outcomes could reshape New Delhi-Dhaka ties

Relations between India and Bangladesh have worsened over the past year under interim leader Muhammad Yunus, who has occasionally expressed closeness to Pakistan and China. Issues such as border security, trade and regional stability are closely linked to Bangladesh’s domestic political landscape. Dhaka: Bangladesh is set to hold a general election on February 12 to elect members of the Jatiya Sangsad (National Parliament). This will be the first national vote since the long-standing government of Sheikh Hasina was ousted in 2024 amid widespread protests. The interim government, led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, assumed power in August 2024 after a…

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Trump imposes more sanctions on Iran despite ‘very good’ talks in Oman | 10 Points

US President Donald Trump has said that his country is in "no rush" to conduct a military operation in Iran. He said this while speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One. Washington: The United States (US) and Iran held 'very good' talks with each other in Oman to defuse tensions between them, said President Donald Trump on Saturday, even though his administration imposed new sanctions to curb oil exports by Tehran. Though the 79-year-old Republican leader said the two sides will hold further talks next week, he warned of "consequences" if there is no consensus on a nuclear deal. Speaking…

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US lifts additional 25% tariff on India after New Delhi ‘commits’ to stop buying Russian oil

In August last year, the US imposed 25 per cent reciprocal tariffs on goods from India. Besides, India attracted an additional 25 per cent levy over its purchase of Russian crude oil. Washington: The United States on Saturday announced that an additional 25 per cent tariff imposed by America on Indian goods for buying Russian oil has been removed following a trade deal between the two nations. This came after Washington said New Delhi has committed to stop directly or indirectly importing the oil from Russia. According to a White House executive order, India has also committed to a 10-year…

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06

Feb

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50 injured in clash with Bangladesh Police during protests near Muhammad Yunus’ residence

At least 50 activists of the ultra-right group Inqilab Mancha were injured after clashes with police in Dhaka when they defied a ban on protests near interim government chief Muhammad Yunus’ residence. The protesters were demanding justice for the killing of Osman Hadi. Dhaka: At least 50 activists of the ultra right group Inqilab Mancha were injured on Friday during clashes with police in Bangladesh after attempting to defy a ban on protests near the official residence of interim government chief Muhammad Yunus in Dhaka. The group was demanding immediate justice for the killing of its leader Sharif Osman Hadi…

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Feb

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‘Stain on our history’: Trump under fire after sharing video portraying Barack, Michelle Obama as monkeys

US President Donald Trump drew sharp criticism after sharing a video on his social media platform that depicted former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama as apes and repeated false claims about the 2020 election. Washington: US President Donald Trump is facing widespread backlash after posting a video on social media that depicted former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama as apes. The one minute video, shared on Trump’s Truth Social platform on Thursday, repeated false claims that ballot counting firm Dominion Voting Systems helped steal the 2020 election from him. Towards the end…

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Feb

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Islamabad blast: Over 70 killed in suicide bombing at Shia shrine in Pakistan’s capital

Suicide bombing in Pakistan's Islamabad: The blast, which happened at Tarlai Imambargah, left more than 70 people dead. A rescue operation is underway now. Islamabad: A massive explosion on Friday rocked Pakistan’s Islamabad, following which a state of emergency was declared in the city, said the police, adding that the incident claimed over 70 lives and left more than 250 people injured. The blast, suspected to be a suicide bombing, occurred at Tarlai Imambargah in the Shehzad Town area of Islamabad. The explosion happened at a Shia shrine after Friday prayers, killing at least 70 people. The injured have been shifted…

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