International

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

views 9

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

views 6

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

views 9

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

views 7

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

views 14

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

views 10

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

views 10

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...

March 7, 2025 7:08 PM March 7, 2025 7:08 PM

views 12

Australia gears up for Alfred’s landfall over Brisbane

Ahead of Tropical Cyclone Alfred making landfall over Brisbane tomorrow, authorities in Australia have ordered evacuation of thousands of people. The storm has brought heavy rain, huge waves and strong winds that cut off power, swamped beaches and shut airports. The weather system is expected to hit...

March 7, 2025 4:38 PM March 7, 2025 4:38 PM

views 5

Dubai Ramadan: Midfa al iftar signals to break daily fast

    The holy month of Ramadan is once again being marked by the distinctive boom of ceremonial cannons echoing across Dubai at sunset. This tradition, known locally as "midfa al iftar," signals to Muslims throughout the city that it's time to break their daily fast. Ramadan, the ninth month in the I...

Most Read
View All arrow-right

No posts found.