International

March 8, 2025 5:23 PM March 8, 2025 5:23 PM

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South Korea’s Impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol Released Ahead of Trial

South Korea's impeached conservative president, Yoon Suk Yeol, was released from prison today, a day after a Seoul court cancelled his arrest to allow him to stand trial for rebellion without being detained. Mr. Yoon was arrested and indicted by prosecutors in January over his December 3 martial law...

March 8, 2025 5:20 PM March 8, 2025 5:20 PM

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Philippines Rejects China’s Palawan Claim, Calls It ‘Cognitive Warfare’

The Philippines has strongly rejected recent Chinese claims that Palawan Island belongs to China, calling the assertions part of Beijing’s "cognitive warfare." The National Maritime Council (NMC) slammed the claims circulating on Chinese social media, describing them as "disinformation" aimed at mis...

March 8, 2025 6:00 PM March 8, 2025 6:00 PM

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Russian Strikes Kill 14 in Ukraine; Zelenskyy Calls for Air & Sea Truce

At least 14 people have been killed as Russian strikes hit several regions in Ukraine overnight, including Donetsk and Kharkiv. According to Ukrainian officials, Russian forces attacked Dobropillia with ballistic missiles, multiple rockets, and drones, causing damage to eight multi-storey buildings ...

March 8, 2025 4:53 PM March 8, 2025 4:53 PM

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IndiGo to Launch Direct Tiruchirappalli-Jaffna Flights from March 30

Leading Indian flyer Indigo is commencing direct flights between Tiruchirappalli and Jaffna. The new international service will begin operations on March 30, enhancing connectivity between the two countries.   According to the flight schedule, IndiGo will operate flights six days a week, with depart...

March 8, 2025 3:52 PM March 8, 2025 3:52 PM

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Sri Lankan President, IMF Chief Discuss Economic Reforms & Debt Recovery

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake held a virtual meeting with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva yesterday, reaffirming the island nation’s commitment to economic reforms under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF).   As Sri Lanka reaches the halfway mark of its 48-month EFF arrangeme...

March 8, 2025 12:42 PM March 8, 2025 12:42 PM

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EAM S Jaishankar inaugurates Indian Consulate at Belfast in Northern Ireland

External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar inaugurated the Indian Consulate at Belfast in Northern Ireland last night. Speaking on the occasion, Dr Jaishankar said, the Consulate will serve the needs of the Indian community. He added that the Consulate in Belfast will explore further bilateral cooper...

March 8, 2025 9:31 AM March 8, 2025 9:31 AM

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India, Singapore hold 18th round of Foreign Office Consultations in Singapore

India and Singapore held the 18th round of Foreign Office Consultations in Singapore yesterday. The Indian delegation was led by Secretary (East) in Ministry of External Affairs, Jaideep Muzumdar. The Singapore side was headed by Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Luke Goh. The co-cha...

March 7, 2025 8:52 PM March 7, 2025 8:52 PM

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India-Ireland agree to  increase trade, investment and technology linkages

    External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar today met his Ireland counterpart Simon Harris in Dublin. Both Ministers discussed India-Ireland bilateral cooperation, including a new Action Plan to reinvigorate ties. They agreed to set up a Joint Economic Commission to increase trade, investment and ...

March 7, 2025 8:35 PM March 7, 2025 8:35 PM

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India signs contract with Russian firm to supply engines for T-72 Tanks

The Ministry of Defence has signed a contract with Rosoboronexport of Russia worth 248 million US dollars for the procurement of 1000 HP engines for T-72 tanks. According to the Ministry of Defence, the deal also includes the transfer of technology from Rosoboronexport to Armoured Vehicles Nigam Lim...