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China quietly expands diplomatic influence during Iran war crisisPublished on: April 23, 2026 3:33 PM

Pakistan, April 23 -- China has emerged as an important behind-the-scenes diplomatic actor during the Iran war, drawing global attention as it attempts to project the image of a responsible power whil... Read More


Video: Israeli forces blow up Lebanon home 'in memory' of slain soldier

Beirut, April 23 -- A video widely circulated on social media has sparked outrage after it allegedly showed Israeli forces detonating a home in southern Lebanon in what was described as a tribute to a... Read More


UN experts raise concerns over China's new ethnic unity law

Dharamshala, April 23 -- A group of UN Special Rapporteurs from the United Nations (UN) have raised serious concerns about China's newly adopted ethnic unity law, warning that it may undermine fundame... Read More


"Break blockade we will negotiate": Iran sets lifting Hormuz blockade as precondition for talks, tensions prevail

India, April 23 -- New York [US], April 22 (ANI): In a significant diplomatic development, Iran has established a clear precondition for the resumption of negotiations, with its UN Ambassador, Amir Sa... Read More


Hormuz blockade drives up costs at Panama Canal

Panama City, April 23 -- The war in the Middle East has boosted demand to move vital cargo through the Panama Canal to such an extent that one vessel carrying liquefied natural gas (LNG) paid $4 milli... Read More


Detention of Jaggi Johal 'psychological torture': UN experts

Geneva, April 23 -- United Nations experts warned Wednesday that India's years-long detention of a Sikh blogger and rights activist from Scotland amounted to "psychological torture", demanding his imm... Read More


Enjoy Sunday brunches, summer ice creams and a tapas night this weekend

New Delhi, April 23 -- Around 1500 BC, Mesoamerican civilisations often processed corn to make masa, a dough that became the staple among the traditional communities to prepare a range of dishes. Masa... Read More


Market sell-off continues for 2nd day; Nifty ends below 24,200 level

Mumbai, April 23 -- The domestic equity benchmarks ended with sharp losses today, extending sell-off for second consecutive trading session, as investor sentiment stayed cautious due to uncertainty ov... Read More


RI's green energy projects attractive for foreign investors: minister

Indonesia, April 23 -- Things like green energy, in addition to economic stability and government priority programs, also align with their appetite for investment in Indonesia, Jakarta (ANTARA) - Pro... Read More


Indonesia's deficit seen below three pct despite oil risks

Jakarta, April 23 -- Indonesia can keep its budget deficit below the statutory three percent ceiling even if global oil prices spike, Deputy Finance Minister Juda Agung said, underscoring fiscal resil... Read More