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September 27, 2026 8:10 AM

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Russia strongly backs India’s claim for permanent seat in UN Security Council

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has strongly backed India's claim for a permanent seat in the United Nations Security Council.   In his address at UN General Assembly in New York last night, Mr Lavrov said Russia is in favour of broadening the representation of Asia, Africa, and Latin America...

September 26, 2026 9:42 PM

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US, China agree to $30 billion tariff cut, AI dialogue during Xi visit

The United States and China agreed that Iran must not be allowed to acquire a nuclear weapon and that no country or institution should be permitted to impose tolls on international waterways during Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit to the US.     On artificial intelligence, the leaders agreed to ...

September 26, 2026 9:05 PM

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Portugal, Mauritius back India’s bid for permanent UN Security Council seat

India’s campaign for a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council has received fresh support at the UN General Assembly, with Portugal and Mauritius explicitly backing New Delhi’s bid.     The endorsements came during the 81st General Assembly debate at the UN headquarters in New York, am...

September 26, 2026 7:07 PM

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Durga Puja preparations gain momentum across Bangladesh

In Bangladesh, Durga Puja is celebrated every year with devotion, religious fervour and enthusiasm.  This year, Durga Puja will be celebrated from 16th to 21st October. With only a few weeks left for the festival, preparations are in full swing across Bangladesh.     Preparations for Durga Puja are ...

September 26, 2026 5:32 PM

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Russian attacks kill at least four people in Ukraine as aerial warfare intensifies

Russian attacks across Ukraine have killed at least four people today as Moscow and Kyiv intensify their aerial warfare.   Russia has attacked Ukraine with cruise and ballistic missiles, powerful glide bombs and jet-powered drones while front-line progress has largely slowed. Russia's Ministry of De...