Iran's top envoys discussing potential peace deal with Qatar prime minister, official saysIran's top negotiator and foreign minister met Qatar's prime minister in Doha for talks with the US. Discussions centered on a potential de...
25 May, 2026, 07.08 PM IST
How Congo is battling an Ebola outbreak complicated by aid cuts, armed rebels and angerEbola treatment centers in eastern Congo are being attacked. This violence stems from deep-seated issues like rebel conflict and displaceme...
24 May, 2026, 11.23 PM IST
Trump is seriously considering making Venezuela the 51st state, and leaders worldwide are completely lost for wordsTrump's declaration that he is seriously considering making Venezuela the 51st US state has sent shockwaves through global diplomacy and en...
11 May, 2026, 11.09 PM IST
US seeks international help to reopen Strait of Hormuz as crude prices surgeThe United States is forming an international coalition to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Global oil prices are surging as the vital waterway...
30 Apr, 2026, 04.10 PM IST
Trump holds talks on prolonged Iran blockade, urges Tehran to strike dealUnited States officials are discussing a prolonged blockade of Iran's ports with oil companies. This comes as efforts to resolve the ongoin...
30 Apr, 2026, 09.36 AM IST
Strait of Hormuz crisis: US blockade continues despite ceasefire extension with IranPresident Trump has extended the ceasefire with Iran. This decision comes at Pakistan's request. The United States awaits a unified proposa...
22 Apr, 2026, 06.19 AM IST
Can Iran legally put a price on passage through the Strait of Hormuz?Iran’s move to charge tolls on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz has sparked a legal and geopolitical debate. Under international ...
16 Apr, 2026, 11.03 AM IST
Oil prices rise after strikes on Saudi oil facilitiesOil prices climbed Friday following attacks on Saudi energy infrastructure and concerns over the Strait of Hormuz closure. Despite a U.S.-I...
10 Apr, 2026, 06.41 AM IST
Hormuz at near standstill as Iran warns ships to keep to its watersIran's Revolutionary Guard Corps is directing ships to a new route near Larak Island. This change has caused confusion for shipping firms. ...
09 Apr, 2026, 08.38 PM IST
Reflects govt's true commitment to Paris Agreement: Congress on India withdrawing bid to host COP33India has withdrawn its offer to host the COP33 climate summit in 2028. Prime Minister Modi had announced India's bid at COP28 in Dubai. Th...
09 Apr, 2026, 11.10 AM IST
Strait of Hormuz opening will depend on results of talks with US: Iranian envoy to ChinaIran signals a temporary easing of passage through the Strait of Hormuz during a two-week ceasefire. A senior diplomat stated that future f...
08 Apr, 2026, 08.41 PM IST
Australia to halve fuel tax in response to Middle East warAustralians will soon pay half the fuel tax for three months. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced this measure to ease pressure from ...
30 Mar, 2026, 09.00 AM IST
India a fundamental pillar of democratic system in UN, says Antonio Guterres as new Indian envoy presents credentialsUN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres praised India as a fundamental pillar of the UN's democratic system while welcoming India's new Perma...
09 Sep, 2024, 10.36 PM IST
3 options available to US on Devyani Khobragade case: SourcesThree possible options for resolving the Devyani Khobragade issue are believed to be under discussion within the US administration.
07 Jan, 2014, 04.10 PM IST
- India's new Permanent Representative to UN takes charge
Prior to his appointment in New York, Asoke Kumar Mukerji was Special Secretary (Political) in the Ministry of External Affairs in New Delh...
17 Apr, 2013, 07.41 PM IST
- New UN status is symbolic, but for real gain, Israel has to change its tack
In terms of tangible changes on the ground, the success of the Palestinian bid for a non-member observer status at the UN means almost noth...
03 Dec, 2012, 05.28 AM IST
- Indian UN official arrested for fraud
Sanjay Bahel has been accused for bending the rules to steer millions of dollars worth of contracts to Indian cos.
02 Nov, 2006, 10.50 AM IST