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The ties have been strained over Ankara’s pro-Pakistan stance during Operation Sindoor and its repeated criticism of the Jammu and Kashmir issue.

'No need for any third party to mediate,' says MEA after Turkish President Erdogan rakes up Kashmir issue

"Our stand on the Kashmir issue is very clear, there has been no change in it," said MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal.

‘Waste of human life’: Trump urges Erdogan to halt purchase of Russian oil, F-35 deal in focus

Trump underscored that Russia’s economy is already reeling under the costs of the conflict, yet energy sales remain a vital source of income

At UNGA, Turkey needles India on Kashmir again: How Erdogan's 'Muslim brotherhood' with Pakistan eclipsed handshake with Modi

Turkey’s tilt toward Pakistan increases mistrust between Ankara and Delhi at a time when both countries could have found pragmatic reasons to stabilise ties.

IndiGo gets six-month extension to operate two Turkish Airlines planes

The DGCA move had come against the backdrop of Turkiye backing Pakistan and condemning India's strikes on terror camps in the neighbouring country in May.

Turkey unveils 'Steel Dome' defence system: How it stacks up against Israel’s 'Iron Dome' | Explained

At the launch event in Ankara, Erdogan announced that 47 vehicles worth 460 million dollars had already been delivered to the Turkish Armed Forces.

Turkey's Recep Tayyip Erdogan unveils 'Steel Dome' air defense system

Turkey has invested heavily in its defense industry, seeking to become self-sufficient in arms ever since it was subjected to an arms embargo by the United States in response to the 1974 invasion of Cyprus

Tourist gets into trouble after pole dancing on Turkish flagpole. Video

According to Turkey's laws, it is illegal to publicly disrespect the national flag and doing so can earn a jail term of up to three years.

Magnitude 6.1 quake flattens buildings in northwestern Turkey, killing one

One person was killed on Sunday (August 10) when an earthquake of magnitude 6.1 struck northwestern Turkey's Balikesir province, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said, adding 29 people were wounded and 16 buildings collapsed. Rescue operations were ongoing in Sindirgi, a district in Balikesir province, as personnel assessed a flattened building while residents looked on.

Egypt, Turkey Unite in Condemning Israel’s Gaza Expansion, Urge Global Action | N18G

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met in New Alamein City, condemning Israel’s cabinet decision to expand control over Gaza. Turkey called it a new phase of “genocidal and expansionist” policy, urging Muslim unity and global mobilisation against the plan. Fidan accused Israel of using hunger to displace Palestinians, a claim Israel rejects. The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) labelled the move a dangerous violation of international law and warned it would end prospects for peace. Egypt, Qatar and the U.S. continue mediating ceasefire talks, while the OIC urged urgent UN action and accountability.

Delhi High Court dismisses Turkish firm's plea against revocation of security clearance

BCAS revoked the security clearance days after Turkey backed Pakistan and condemned India’s strikes on terror camps in the neighbouring country.

Turkey unveils 970-kg ‘Gazap’, its most powerful non-nuclear bomb: Should India worry?

Turkey’s unveiling of Gazap, and its broader push for advanced weapons, should raise concerns for India, primarily because of Ankara’s growing strategic and military alignment with Pakistan.

Turkey takes hypersonic leap with Tayfun Block-4: Why its 'brotherhood' with Pakistan poses new worry for India

By diversifying its defence relationships, Pakistan is gaining more military support and flexibility, which could be used against India in future conflicts.

'Close neighbours enjoying traditional friendship': China plays down its backing to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor after General Singh's 'live-lab' jibe

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said the India-China relationship is in a “critical moment of improvement and development” and Beijing would like to promote steady growth of bilateral ties with New Delhi.

'Borrowed knife': How China and Turkey powered Pakistan's war against India

India must brace for a prolonged, multi-front hybrid conflict, where threats come not just from one direction, but from multiple adversaries at once.

Wildfires Ravage Western Turkey for 7th Day; Arson Claims, Evacuations Add to Crisis | N18G

Wildfires have continued to ravage western Turkey for a seventh day, killing two people and displacing tens of thousands. A Kurdish-linked group has claimed responsibility for several arson attacks, although the PKK has not confirmed any link. Firefighters are battling intense blazes near Izmir, Antalya, and Istanbul, as officials blame worsening climate conditions for increased fire severity.

Istanbul Erupts: Protesters Clash with Police Over Imamoglu’s Detention | N18G

Violent clashes erupted in Istanbul as hundreds protested the 100th day of opposition leader Ekrem Imamoglu’s detention. Organized by the CHP, the rally turned chaotic when police used pepper spray and detained demonstrators refusing to disperse. Protesters called Imamoglu’s arrest a “political coup,” while the Erdogan-led government defended the judiciary’s independence. The unrest underscores deepening political tensions in Turkey.

Turkey erupts over satirical 'Prophet Muhammad' cartoon: Why LeMan magazine is facing public outrage and arrests

On Monday, violent clashes were reported in Turkey with police firing rubber bullets and tear gas to break up an angry mob protesting over the controversial cartoon.

India on alert as Pakistan ramps up military arsenal, to buy drones, UAVs from Turkey post Op Sindoor

Turkey has become Pakistan’s second-largest arms supplier after China, with Turkish arms exports to Pakistan rising 103% between 2015–2019 and 2020–2024.

BMC scraps plan to buy Turkey-made robotic lifebuoys amid backlash over Pak support

The rescue machines were to be deployed at Girgaum Chowpatty, Shivaji Park Dadar, Juhu, Versova, Aksa, and Gorai beaches

Türkiye to Fine Passengers Who Stand Up Before Seatbelt Sign Turns Off

Türkiye fines passengers up to $70 for standing or unbuckling seatbelts before the plane stops. New rules aim to boost safety and order during disembarkation.

Weeks after India Conflict, Turkey's Erdogan meets Pakistan PM Sharif in Istanbul | N18G

Turkish President Erdogan and Pakistan’s PM Shehbaz Sharif met in Istanbul to enhance ties, focusing on defence, energy, and transport. Despite Turkey’s generally cordial relations with India, Erdogan’s recent support for Pakistan during heightened India-Pakistan tensions led to a backlash in India, including boycotts of Turkish products.

Weeks after India Conflict, Turkey's Erdogan meets Pakistan PM Sharif in Istanbul | N18G

Turkish President Erdogan and Pakistan’s PM Shehbaz Sharif met in Istanbul to enhance ties, focusing on defence, energy, and transport. Despite Turkey’s generally cordial relations with India, Erdogan’s recent support for Pakistan during heightened India-Pakistan tensions led to a backlash in India, including boycotts of Turkish products. The leaders also addressed terrorism and regional issues, with top Turkish ministers attending, highlighting Ankara's strategic pivot toward stronger cooperation with Islamabad.

Turkey's Tayyip Erdogan, Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif discuss boosting cooperation

Tayyip Erdogan expressed solidarity with Pakistan after India conducted military strikes in response to a terrorist attack in Kashmir.

Indian tourists should avoid visiting Turkey, though no advisory is likely, say government sources

There is no official travel advisory restricting movement to Turkey, but the cautionary remark from government officials emphasize the public sentiment and trade relations.