International
US Ambassador Declares J&K Integral to India; US to Revisit Travel Advisory
US Ambassador Sergio Gor stated that Jammu & Kashmir is an important part of India and that Washington will reassess its travel advisory for the Union Territory.
20 Aug 2026
US envoy's Kashmir comments spark fresh diplomatic row with Pakistan
The United States ambassador to India made remarks on Kashmir, prompting Pakistan to revive its longstanding dispute with India.
20 Aug 2026
US Body Calls for Sanctions on RSS Ahead of Mohan Bhagwat's New York Visit
The US Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) has urged the U.S. government to impose sanctions on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) as the organization’s chief, Mohan Bhagwat, prepares to visit New York.
20 Aug 2026
Israeli Soldier Visiting India Faces Complaint Over Gaza War Crimes
An Israeli soldier on a visit to India has been confronted with a formal complaint alleging war crimes committed in Gaza.
20 Aug 2026
Zelensky Calls for Global Action After Russian Overnight Strike Kills 13
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky appealed for an international response following a Russian overnight attack that left at least 13 people dead.
20 Aug 2026
Bangladesh to Elect New President After 35 Years; BNP’s Mirza Fakhrul Leads Race
Bangladesh will hold a presidential election today, the first in 35 years, with ruling BNP heavyweight Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir currently the front‑runner.
20 Aug 2026
Indian Citizen Killed in Israel, Suspect Detained, Embassy Launches Probe
An Indian national was found dead in Israel; local authorities have arrested a suspect and the Indian Embassy has opened an investigation.
20 Aug 2026
Jaishankar congratulates Hungary on National Day, calls for stronger ties
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar sent greetings to Hungary on its National Day, emphasizing the need to deepen bilateral cooperation.
20 Aug 2026
Chinese Envoy Sergio Gor Visits Ladakh After J&K Trip, Raising Strategic Questions
Sergio Gor, a senior Chinese diplomat, arrived in Ladakh following a visit to Jammu & Kashmir, prompting speculation about China's strategic intentions in the region.
20 Aug 2026
Indian citizen dies in Israel, police arrest suspect
An Indian national was found dead in Israel and local police have arrested a suspect in connection with the case. Indian authorities are coordinating with Israeli officials.
20 Aug 2026
US Ambassador Sergio Gor Calls J&K Integral Part of India in Srinagar Visit
U.S. Ambassador Sergio Gor visited Srinagar and affirmed that Jammu and Kashmir remains an integral part of India, emphasizing the region's strategic importance.
20 Aug 2026
Helicopter Crash in Northern Kenya Claims 7 Lives
A helicopter carrying seven people crashed in a remote area of northern Kenya, resulting in the loss of all aboard.
20 Aug 2026