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April 15, 2026 1:44 PM

US begins naval blockade of Iranian ports

The United States Navy has begun enforcing a full maritime blockade of Iranian ports, escalating tensions in West Asia after weekend peace talks in Pakistan collapsed without agreement. The operation took effect at 6 pm Dubai time, with U.S. Central ...

April 15, 2026 12:49 PM

US signals Iran talks resumption as Israel, Lebanon hold first direct talks in decades

The United States has indicated that talks with Iran could resume within days, while Israel and Lebanon have launched their first direct negotiations in decades, signaling parallel diplomatic efforts to ease escalating tensions across West Asia. US ...

April 15, 2026 12:02 PM

India opposes two-tier UNSC reform, backs G4 proposal to defer veto for 15 years

India has firmly opposed the creation of a “two-tier” system of permanent membership in a reformed United Nations Security Council (UNSC), while expressing support for a compromise proposal by the G4 group to defer veto powers for new permanent m...

April 15, 2026 2:19 PM

Italy’s Meloni suspends defence cooperation deal with Israel

Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Tuesday her government had suspended a defence cooperation deal with Israel, reflecting frayed ties between previously close allies as the conflicts in the Middle East continue. Meloni's right-wing gover...

April 15, 2026 2:21 PM

Trump turns on Meloni, says he is ‘shocked’ by Italian leader

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni lacks courage and has let Washington down, U.S. President Donald Trump told an Italian newspaper on Tuesday, delivering a blunt public rebuke to one of his closest European allies. Meloni had been a vociferous s...

April 15, 2026 9:46 AM

US, Iran may resume talks this week despite port blockade

Talks to end the Iran war could resume in Pakistan over the next two days, U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday, after the collapse of weekend negotiations prompted Washington to impose a blockade on Iranian ports. Officials from ...

April 15, 2026 9:39 AM

US hosts rare Israel-Lebanon talks, progress unclear

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio hosted the first direct talks between Israel and Lebanon in decades on Tuesday and both sides said they held positive discussions although it was not immediately clear if they agreed to a framework for peace. The ...

April 14, 2026 1:25 PM

India Set for Major Decision on Women’s Reservation: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed the Nari Shakti Vandan programme at Vigyan Bhawan, stating that India is on the verge of taking a major decision dedicated to women’s empowerment. Describing the moment as historic, the Prime Minis...

April 14, 2026 11:10 AM

Maha Bishuba Pana Sankranti Celebrated; PM Modi, Odisha CM Extend Wishes

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended greetings to the people of Odisha on the occasion of Maha Bishuba Pana Sankranti, expressing hope that the festival strengthens the spirit of togetherness in society. In a post on social media platfor...

April 14, 2026 10:54 AM

Baisakhi Brings Message of Hope, Prosperity and Unity: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended greetings to citizens on the occasion of Baisakhi, highlighting the festival’s message of gratitude, renewal and hope, while acknowledging the contribution of farmers to the nation. In a post on X, ...

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