International
Bangladesh Presidential Election Today: BNP’s Fakhrul vs Oli Ahmed
The presidential poll in Bangladesh is being held today, with BNP’s Fakhrul contesting against former minister Oli Ahmed.
20 Aug 2026
Helicopter Crash in Kenya Claims Ecuadorian Intelligence Chief, Wife and Five Americans
A helicopter carrying Ecuador’s intelligence chief, his wife and five Americans crashed near Samburu County, killing all aboard, authorities said.
20 Aug 2026
Delhi dismantles barricades around Pakistan High Commission after Islamabad's reciprocal move
Indian officials have taken down traffic bollards and security barricades surrounding the Pakistan High Commission in Delhi’s Chanakyapuri diplomatic enclave, echoing a similar step by Islamabad.
20 Aug 2026
Landslide at Illegal Gold Mine in Central African Republic Claims Over 100 Lives
A landslide at an illegal gold mine in the Central African Republic has killed at least 100 workers, authorities say.
20 Aug 2026
Bangladesh Urges India to Speed Up Business Visa Processing
Bangladesh has formally requested the Indian government to expedite the issuance of business visas for its nationals, citing growing economic ties and the need for smoother cross‑border trade.
20 Aug 2026
New US Green Card Rule Could Impact Indian Applicants
A recently announced US immigration rule may affect the chances of Indian nationals waiting for green cards.
20 Aug 2026
Trump threatens Iran with ‘very draconian sanctions’, says Telangana Today
Former US President Donald Trump warned Iran that any hostile actions could trigger very draconian sanctions, as reported by Telangana Today.
20 Aug 2026
Pragativadi Highlights Colombo Plan’s Lessons on Multilateralism
Pragativadi published an editorial stressing the ongoing importance of multilateral cooperation, drawing insights from the historic Colombo Plan.
20 Aug 2026
US Ambassador Sergio Gor Calls Jammu & Kashmir ‘Important Part of India’ on First Visit in Six Years
US Ambassador Sergio Gor, the first to visit Jammu and Kashmir in six years, said the region remains an integral part of India after meeting CM Omar Abdullah.
20 Aug 2026
Security Cordon Around Pakistan High Commission in Delhi Removed
The security perimeter that had surrounded the Pakistani High Commission in Delhi was taken down, with authorities yet to issue an official statement on the move.
20 Aug 2026
India’s diplomatic push on devolution in Sri Lanka’s provincial councils
India is emphasizing diplomatic engagement with Sri Lanka to support devolution through its provincial council system, aiming for greater regional stability.
20 Aug 2026
Indian Suthar hailed as ‘Man of the Hour’ in Galle, Sri Lanka
During an event in Galle, Sri Lanka, Indian national Suthar was singled out as the man of the hour, highlighting India’s presence in the island nation.
20 Aug 2026