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India jumps to 9th spot in global forest area ranking: FAO report

New Delhi, Oct. 22 -- India has risen to the ninth spot in the world ranking for total forest area, moving up from the previous10th position, according to the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization re... Read More


JD Vance optimistic Gaza ceasefire will hold as Trump warns Hamas of 'fast, furious & brutal' response

Kiryat Gat, Oct. 22 -- United States Vice President JD Vance expressed optimism on Tuesday that the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip is likely to hold, during his visit to a newly opened US-Israel ceasefir... Read More


India formally upgrades its 'technical mission' in Kabul to embassy

New Delhi, Oct. 22 -- India on Tuesday announced the upgrading of its diplomatic presence in Afghanistan from the status of a technical mission in Kabul to a full-fledged embassy as part of its engage... Read More


Los Angeles City Hall illuminated for first time to celebrate Diwali, honouring Indo-American community

Los Angeles, Oct. 22 -- On the auspicious occasion of Diwali, the Los Angeles City Hall City Council hosted a special celebration in collaboration with the Consulate General of India, Los Angeles. Fir... Read More


Secretary-General of ASEAN delivers Keynote Speech via video message at the ASEAN Forum of Manpower Ministers on Human Capital Development

Jakarta, Oct. 22 -- Secretary-General of ASEAN H.E. Dr. Kao Kim Hourn delivered a keynote speech via video message at the ASEAN Forum of Manpower Ministers on Human Capital Development, in Kuala Lumpu... Read More


Gold tumbles to one week low, Silver eases near $47 per ounce

Mumbai, Oct. 22 -- COMEX Gold futures slipped today, adding to losses from record highs. The metal lost around five percent in last session. The US dollar index edged up near 99 mark. The metal has be... Read More


Vance praises Gaza ceasefire progress during Israel visitPublished on: October 22, 2025 4:16 PM

Pakistan, Oct. 22 -- US Vice President JD Vance expressed optimism about the Gaza ceasefire during his visit to Israel on Tuesday, calling its progress "better than expected" after two years of devast... Read More


"Modi conceals, Trump reveals": Jairam Ramesh takes dig at PM after US president repeats Russia oil claims

New Delhi, Oct. 22 -- Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Wednesday took a dig at Prime Minister Narendra Modi after US President Donald Trump reiterated his "India agreed to stop Russia oil purch... Read More


Yeida to develop Japanese medical device manufacturers' project

India, Oct. 22 -- The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (Yeida) has decided to develop a Japanese medical device manufacturing cluster near Noida International airport, officials said... Read More


47th ASEAN Summit: Malaysia steps up security to counter extremism threats

Kuala Lumpur, Oct. 22 -- The Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) is stepping up efforts to prevent potential threats related to extremism and terrorism during the 47th Association of Southeast Asian Nations... Read More