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India must safeguard Red Sea energy supply lines while avoiding Houthi friction, says ex-diplomat VB Soni
Sep 17, 2026New Delhi , September 17 (ANI): Former diplomat Vidya Bhushan Soni on Thursday cautioned that India must carefully protect its Red Sea energy supply lines through the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait while maintaining a balanced stance to avoid... -
“No basis in international law, lack UN Security Council mandate”: China rejects US unilateral sanctions on Russian energy imports
Sep 17, 2026Beijing , September 17 (ANI): China’s Foreign Ministry on Thursday condemned new secondary sanction threats targeting its energy trade with Moscow, pushing back against the "Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026."In a... -
MEA updates validity norms for children under 15, revises application fee
Sep 17, 2026New Delhi , September 17 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) notified the Passports (Amendment) Rules, 2026, introducing targeted updates to passport application fees and validity terms for children.Signed by Joint Secretary and ......Read More -
Experts back India’s stand on Indus Waters Treaty at UNHRC sidelines conference
Sep 17, 2026Geneva , September 17 (ANI): International experts and human rights advocates at a conference held on the sidelines of the 63rd session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) backed India’s decision to keep the... -
Astronomers discover youngest known planet ever: Study
Sep 17, 2026Chennai (Tamil Nadu) , September 17 (ANI): Astronomers have confirmed the existence of a Jupiter-sized planet that is less than a million years old. Named Elias 2-24 b, it is the youngest known planet, offering scientists... -
India pushes back on US energy security stance after Congress tariff vote, envoy Kwatra says sourcing reflects “fundamental national responsibility”
Sep 17, 2026Washington, DC , September 17 (ANI): India’s Ambassador to the United States Vinay Mohan Kwatra has laid out a strong defence of the country’s energy policy hours after the US Congress passed legislation opening the door... -
Jaishankar, Bhutanese leaders join ‘Aashirvaad ka Diya’ to mark PM Modi’s 25 years of public service
Sep 17, 2026Thimphu , September 17 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Bhutan Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay on Thursday joined the lighting of the ‘Aashirvaad ka Diya’ at the iconic Tashichho Dzong in Thimphu in the presence... -
‘International Campaign for Tibet’ calls on Trump to press Xi on Tibet, Panchen Lama, human rights
Sep 17, 2026Washington DC , September 17 (ANI): The International Campaign for Tibet (ICT) on Wednesday (local time) called on US President Donald Trump to raise issues concerning Tibet and human rights with Chinese President Xi Jinping during... -
Baloch Voice Association President urges UN, international community to act on Balochistan situation
Sep 17, 2026Geneva September 17 (ANI): President of the Baloch Voice Association Munir Mengal has raised concerns over the situation in Balochistan, alleging that ongoing military operations are having severe consequences for civilians, particularly ......Read More -
“Impossible to overstate your personal contribution”: Putin wishes PM Modi on birthday; highlights role in strengthening Russia-India ties
Sep 17, 2026New Delhi , September 17 (ANI): Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday and lauded his contribution to strengthening the “special and privileged strategic partnership&rdq......Read More
