NSA Ajit Doval’s Canada visit deals major blow to ISI-backed Khalistan network
National Security Advisor Ajit Doval’s recent visit to Canada has significantly weakened Pakistan’s ISI-backed efforts to revive the Khalistan movement in Punjab, marking a turning point in India–Canada security cooperation. The high-level engagement signalled a reset in bilateral ties after years of strain
PM Modi unveils $175 million special economic package for Seychelles
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday announced a $175 million Special Economic Package for Seychelles, describing development cooperation as the “strong foundation” of India–Seychelles relations. The announcement was made during a joint press conference with Seychelles President Patrick Herminie at Hyderabad House in
PM Modi reaffirms India’s commitment to remain Seychelles’ reliable partner
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday reaffirmed India’s commitment to remain a reliable and long-term partner in Seychelles’ national development, as visiting President Patrick Herminie acknowledged New Delhi’s consistent support for the island nation’s growth and security priorities. During wide-ranging talks in New
Top Iranian security official to visit Oman after indirect nuclear talks with US
Ali Larijani, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC), will lead a high-level delegation to Muscat on Tuesday for talks with senior Omani officials, SNSC-affiliated Nour News reported. The visit comes days after Oman hosted and mediated a round of indirect nuclear
US may restore 25% tariffs if Seoul makes no progress on non-tariff barriers, says South Korean FM
South Korea’s Foreign Minister Cho Hyun on Monday said the United States has warned it could restore reciprocal tariffs to 25 per cent if Seoul fails to make tangible progress on removing non-tariff barriers. Briefing lawmakers at the National Assembly, Cho said US
VP Radhakrishnan meets Seychelles President, reviews 50 years of partnership
Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan on Monday called on Seychelles President Patrick Herminie in New Delhi, with both leaders committing to deepen cooperation across strategic, economic and people-centric domains as the two nations mark 50 years of diplomatic ties. According to the Vice President’s Secretariat,
Framework for interim trade pact will deepen mutually beneficial India–US partnership: Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Saturday welcomed the India–US interim trade framework, saying it would help realise a “mutually beneficial” economic partnership between the two countries after the United States agreed to cut tariffs on Indian goods to 18 per cent. In
Trump says India will stop buying Russian oil as he withdraws 25% punitive tariffs
U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that India has “committed” to stop buying Russian oil and has already taken “significant steps” in that direction, even as he revoked the 25 per cent punitive tariffs imposed on India in August 2025. His assertion, made
Trump to hold first Gaza Board of Peace meeting on February 19
President Donald Trump is set to convene the inaugural meeting of his newly created Board of Peace in Washington on February 19, with a primary focus on mobilising funds for Gaza’s reconstruction. According to two US administration officials, the gathering will bring together
Piyush Goyal says US trade deal does not dictate India’s oil purchases
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday reiterated that the India–US interim trade framework does not dictate where India should buy its oil, even as questions persist over US President Donald Trump’s condition linking tariff relief to a halt in Russian
PM Modi says Malaysia visit will boost economic and cultural ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said his two-day visit to Malaysia would significantly strengthen economic and cultural ties between India and Malaysia, marking a meaningful step in the bilateral partnership between the two maritime neighbours. After concluding his visit and departing for
India–US trade deal threatens farmers, says Punjab AAP
The Punjab unit of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has sharply criticised the proposed India–US interim trade framework, describing it as an “anti-farmer, anti-national” deal that could severely damage Indian agriculture and livelihoods of millions of cultivators. AAP spokesperson Kuldeep Dhaliwal said the
US withdraws 25 per cent tariff on Indian imports
The United States has removed an additional 25 per cent tariff on Indian imports after concluding that New Delhi has taken steps aligned with Washington’s security and economic priorities. President Donald Trump signed an executive order ending the punitive duty that had been
Trump’s trade dealmaking opens India’s market wider to US goods
The United States says President Donald Trump’s trade negotiations are steadily opening India’s vast consumer and industrial market to American businesses through lower tariffs and clearer rules, according to US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer. Speaking after a joint White House announcement on an
India secures tariff edge in interim US trade deal
India has secured meaningful tariff relief and improved market access in the United States under a newly announced interim trade framework, giving New Delhi a stronger competitive position in the world’s largest consumer market. Washington and New Delhi confirmed a framework for an
PM Modi urges Malaysian businesses to tap India’s growth opportunities
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday encouraged Malaysian businesses to deepen their engagement with India, highlighting the country’s expanding market, reform-driven economic environment, and investment-friendly policies. During interactions with leading Malaysian corporate figures in Kuala Lumpur, Modi underscored the growing business-to-business (B2B) ties
Indian diaspora emerges as UK’s most economically successful migrant community
The Indian diaspora has emerged as the most economically successful migrant community in the United Kingdom, according to a new study by Aston University in collaboration with multicultural agency Here & Now 365, cited in a Khalsa Vox report. The research highlights the
India–UAE defence pact signals deeper strategic security alignment
India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are steadily elevating their relationship from transactional engagement to a structured defence and security partnership, following the signing of the Strategic Defence Partnership Agreement in January 2026. Analysts say the pact marks a significant shift in
Seychelles President Patrick Herminie arrives in New Delhi for key India talks
Seychelles President Dr. Patrick Herminie arrived in New Delhi on Sunday after concluding high-level engagements in Chennai and Mumbai, marking a significant phase of his five-day state visit to India. He was warmly received at the airport by Union Minister of State for
PM Modi’s Malaysia visit to deepen economic and cultural ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday that his two-day visit to Malaysia would significantly strengthen economic and cultural ties between the two countries, calling it a milestone in bilateral relations. After concluding his trip and departing for India, Modi thanked Malaysian Prime