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January 7, 2026 5:11 PM

Indusfood 2026 to highlight India’s expanding role in global food trade

The ninth edition of Indusfood 2026, India’s flagship global food and beverage sourcing exhibition, will be held from January 8 to 10 at the India Expo Centre and Mart in Greater Noida, aiming to strengthen India’s position as a reliable partner ...

January 7, 2026 3:55 PM

PM Modi, Netanyahu reaffirm commitment to strengthening India–Israel strategic partnership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday received a telephone call from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, during which the two leaders exchanged New Year greetings and wished peace and prosperity for the people of both countries. The leade...

January 7, 2026 4:15 PM

Cyprus assumes EU presidency with Ukraine’s Zelenskiy attending

Cyprus assumed the rotating presidency of the European Union on Wednesday, marking the start of its six-month term with a meeting in Nicosia attended by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and E...

January 7, 2026 2:17 PM

Indian Army restores key road in cyclone-hit Sri Lanka under Operation Sagar Bandhu

As part of Operation Sagar Bandhu, the Indian Army’s Engineer Task Force is working relentlessly to restore the B-492 road, which connects Kandy in the Central Province with Badulla in Sri Lanka’s Uva Province, after it was severely affected by C...

January 7, 2026 11:16 AM

China bans two Taiwanese ministers for alleged ‘independence activities’

Beijing has banned two Taiwanese ministers from entering China for alleged separatist activities related to "Taiwan independence", its Taiwan Affairs Office said on Wednesday. The office described Taiwanese Interior Minister Liu Shyh-fang and Educat...

January 7, 2026 10:26 AM

Magnitude 6.7 earthquake strikes near Baculin, Philippines, USGS says

A 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck off the Philippines' southern islands on Wednesday, the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) said, and there were no immediate reports of damage or injuries. USGS said the quake struck at a depth of 10 km (6 miles) around ...

January 7, 2026 10:05 AM

“Concerned at developments in Venzuela”: EAM Jaishankar says India wants well being of Venezuelans

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Tuesday said India is concerned about the recent developments in Venezuela, marking the first strong public statement following the latest US actions in the South American country. “Yes, we are concerned ...

January 7, 2026 9:59 AM

Trump to House Republicans: If we don’t win midterms, I’ll get impeached

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Republicans must win the 2026 congressional midterm elections - or else he will get impeached by Democrats. "You gotta win the midterms 'cause, if we don't win the midterms, it's just gonna be - I mea...

January 7, 2026 9:39 AM

Trump discussing how to acquire Greenland, US military always an option, White House says

The White House said on Tuesday that President Donald Trump is discussing options for acquiring Greenland, including potential use of the U.S. military, in a revival of his ambition to control the strategic island despite European objections. Trump ...

January 7, 2026 9:29 AM

EAM Jaishankar meets Indian diaspora in Luxembourg, lauds their valuable contributions

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar interacted with members of the Indian community in Luxembourg, appreciating their role in strengthening ties between India and the European country. Addressing the gathering, EAM Jaishankar highlighted t...

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