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Need to ensure Afghan soil is not used for terror activities against India: Arindam Bagchi

Referring to the meeting between the Indian Ambassador to Qatar & a top Taliban leader two days ago, MEA spokesperson Thursday said that they received a 'positive' response.

Dominic Raab meets Qatar’s Amir, deputy PM in Doha for Afghan safe passage talks

Raab will seek Qatari views on feasibility of a functioning airport in Kabul, which would provide a vital route for remaining UK nationals and Afghans most at risk to leave.

Jaishankar speaks to newly-appointed Iranian counterpart, agrees to strengthen bilateral ties

Iran's parliament last week approved the appointment of Hossein Amirabdollahian as foreign minister. He had earlier served as Iran's deputy foreign minister between 2011-2016.

At SCO meet, India expected to ‘talk tough’ on Taliban amid worries over Pakistan ‘role’ in Kabul

India also hopes it will be able to adopt a resolution at the UNSC on 'concrete counterterrorism measures' before its tenure as the Chair of the 1988 Taliban sanctions committee ends.

Vietnam Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh to undertake maiden visit to India in December

In his first visit to India since taking charge, Vietnam PM is expected to discuss advancing the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries with PM Narendra Modi.

India talks to Taliban leader Stanikzai for ‘early return’ of those stuck in Afghanistan

New Delhi has also created a high-level group focused on Afghanistan, which includes NSA Ajit Doval and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar.

India presides over unanimous adoption of 3 key mandate extensions at UNSC

During a month-long UNSC presidency that ends Tuesday, India successfully steered the discussions on peace & security issues on agenda including Afghanistan, Syria & Myanmar.

UNSC adopts strong resolution on Afghanistan, demands territory not be used to attack countries

In the 15-nation Council, under India's presidency for the month of August, 13 member states voted in favour of the resolution while China and Russia abstained.

Wary of Haqqani influence, Modi govt unlikely to respond to Taliban outreach immediately

The Taliban has been assuring India that it faces no threat from them and instead welcomes trade and business ties. But New Delhi believes it is 'too early' to engage in any dialogue.

India concerned by recent escalation in Gaza Strip, says Harsh Shringla at UNSC

The foreign secretary stressed that 'high-level interaction' between Israel and Palestine contributes to a better environment for the resumption of direct peace negotiations.

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I worked to reform CBSE’s testing system. NTA can learn from it—Anil Swarup

CBSE has more than 16 full-fledged regional offices in the country manned by permanent employees. These regional offices monitor every aspect of exams, from transportation to selection of exam centres, custodians, invigilators, and evaluation.

Noida International Airport, Delhi NCR’s 2nd, delayed. To begin operations by April 2025

According to a statement by the airport, commercial operations likely to begin next year 'in view of the current construction status'. It was supposed to commence operations by 2024 end.

India’s 15-yr quest for anti-tank missile: Israeli Spike, DRDO option, back to US for Javelin talks

Recent high-profile visit was of US National Security Adviser this month during which a number of key issues, including military cooperation, was discussed by both sides.

Modi’s new universe: the normal irritants of democracy & awkward chai with Rahul Gandhi

Changed reality for Modi govt in its 3rd innings is by no means rise of a new phenomenon. It's a return to old normal where even majorities had to routinely wrestle with storied million mutinies.