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"Closely following situation in West Asia": MEA on Pak's role in US-Iran ceasefire

New Delhi, April 17 -- The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday noted that New Delhi is "closely following developments in the West Asian region," as the security situation continues to evolve... Read More


"I hope Hezbollah acts nicely," says US President Trump after Israel-Lebanon ceasefire comes into effect

Washington DC, April 17 -- US President Donald Trump on Thursday (local time) expressed hope that Hezbollah would act responsibly and peacefully during the 10-day ceasefire with Israel, urging an end ... Read More


Airline adding bunk beds for economy travelers but bans snacks, smells and cuddling

New Delhi, April 17 -- Sleep on a long-haul flight in economy class has always been a fantasy for many travelers. Air New Zealand will soon offer a solution that involves climbing into a triple-tier b... Read More


Low-emission zone roadmap drives electric two-wheeler boom in Hanoi

Hanoi, April 17 -- Hanoi (VNA) - Hanoi's roadmap to implement low-emission zones (LEZ) from July is providing a strong boost to the electric two-wheeler market, as consumers increasingly shift toward ... Read More


10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel begins as celebrations erupt in BeirutPublished on: April 17, 2026 11:44 AM

BEIRUT, April 17 -- A 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel has come into effect, prompting widespread celebrations in the Lebanese capital Beirut, where residents took to the streets to mark th... Read More


Trump says Iran agreed not to have nuclear weapon, signals progress in talks

, April 17 -- US President Donald Trump has said Iran has agreed not to develop nuclear weapons, expressing optimism about ongoing negotiations and the prospects of a long-term deal. Speaking to repo... Read More


"Targeting of commercial shipping unacceptable," India urges restoration of safe navigation in Strait of Hormuz at UN debate

New York, April 17 -- India's Permanent Representative, Ambassador Harish P, on Thursday raised serious concerns over threats to commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, urging immediate restorati... Read More


Nearly 50 women and girls killed daily in Gaza since October 2023, UN data shows

India, April 17 -- More than 38,000 women and girls killed in Gaza between October 2023 and December 2025, UN Women says Average of at least 47 deaths a day, with figures likely an underestimate due ... Read More


'Solved 9 wars, this will be my 10th': Trump announces 10-day Israel-Lebanon truce

India, April 17 -- US President Donald Trump has announced that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire following weeks of heightened tensions along their shared borde... Read More


SIA files chargesheet in Doctors Terror Module case

India, April 17 -- The State Investigation Agency (SIA), Kashmir, on Thursday filed a chargesheet before the competent court in a significant terror conspiracy case linked to the clandestine "Doctors ... Read More