EU can’t afford delay in applying Mercosur deal, must fast-track India FTA
The European Union should act swiftly to provisionally apply the EU–Mercosur Interim Trade Agreement and accelerate the provisional application of the EU–India free trade agreement (FTA) in response to mounting geopolitical pressures, including those from the United States, according to a new report.
Know India Programme opens applications, offering overseas Indian youth immersive three-week journey
By: Dr Avi VermaThe 88th edition of the Know India Programme (KIP) will run from March 8 to March 27, 2026, with applications now officially open. Organized by the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, the initiative invites young members of the Indian
India issues uniform rules for ‘Vande Mataram’ at official events nationwide
By: Dr Avi VermaThe Union government has issued detailed guidelines on the singing and performance of Vande Mataram, India’s national song, as the nation marks 150 years of the iconic composition. The new protocol, released by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), provides
Indian consulate in Houston to host cultural evening celebrating 150 years of ‘Vande Mataram’
By: Vandana Jhingan The Consulate General of India in Houston, in partnership with the Center for Indian Classical Music of Houston, VPSS Haveli, and leading Indo-American cultural organizations, will host a special commemorative evening to mark ‘150 years of Vande Mataram,’ one of India’s
CMAA brings hope and support to families during Lunar New Year 2026
As communities across the United States prepare to celebrate Lunar New Year 2026, the Year of the Golden Horse brings renewed energy, optimism, and forward momentum. The Golden Horse symbolizes strength, resilience, progress, and determination—qualities that resonate deeply in today’s rapidly changing world.
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Simple and comprehensive meaning of the Hanuman Chalisa
We all recite the Hanuman Chalisa. Since childhood, we have heard and spoken it, and many times it remains limited to mere memorization. But have we ever truly tried to understand what we are saying to Lord Hanuman, what we are asking for?
The future of preventive care: is the whole-body MRI right for you?
By: Dr. Avi Verma In the evolving landscape of modern diagnostics, the whole-body MRI (WB-MRI) has emerged as a powerful, non-invasive tool for comprehensive health screening. Once reserved primarily for monitoring specific cancers like multiple myeloma, it is now being marketed directly to the general
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H-1B uncertainty and the shifting global tech order
By: Dr Avi Verma The introduction of legislation in the U.S. Congress aimed at sharply restricting or even phasing out the H-1B visa program has reignited debate over the future of skilled migration between India and the United States. While such bills face
Student returning from Canada visits temple, underscores importance of cultural roots
By: Dr. Avi Verma While many students studying abroad are perceived to drift away from their cultural and religious traditions, some continue to remain deeply connected to their heritage. After returning from Canada, student Anshuman Davar visited the Siddh Peeth Mahabali Sankatmochan Shri
MGC 2026 delivers strong business expo but faces criticism over NRI engagement
By: Arun Mundra The Maheshwari Global Convention (MGC) has long held a respected position within the community, particularly after the widely regarded success of MGC 2019 in Jodhpur with all organization elements leadership. That edition set a high benchmark, featuring more than 500 business
India-France Rafale deal set to boost indigenous aerospace industry
India’s negotiations with France for the purchase of 114 Dassault Rafale fighter jets for the Indian Air Force (IAF) are expected to significantly strengthen the country’s indigenous aerospace industry, according to a report published Thursday. The proposed deal goes beyond procurement, with India
Canadian PM Carney’s India visit may signal new phase in bilateral ties
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s anticipated visit to India in the coming weeks could mark a significant shift in India-Canada relations, moving the partnership from stabilization toward structured expansion, according to a recent analysis. Former diplomat Sanjay Kumar Verma, writing in India Narrative,
Pakistan defense minister says U.S. used Islamabad ‘like toilet paper,’ calls Afghan wars a mistake
Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif delivered a scathing critique of the United States in Parliament on Tuesday, accusing Washington of using Islamabad for its strategic goals and later discarding it “worse than toilet paper.” He also acknowledged that Pakistan’s involvement in the
India’s people-centric BRICS 2026 priorities earn strong support from member and partner countries
India’s vision for its BRICS 2026 chairship — centered on a people-first, development-driven agenda — received broad appreciation from member and partner countries during the first BRICS Sherpa and Sous Sherpa meeting held in New Delhi on February 9–10, the Ministry of External
PM Modi expresses shock and solidarity after deadly Canada school shooting
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday expressed deep grief and solidarity with Canada following a deadly shooting incident in British Columbia that claimed nine lives and left several others injured. In a post on X, Modi described the attack as “horrendous,” extended heartfelt
India and Bahrain deepen strategic ties with focus on naval cooperation and security collaboration
India and Bahrain have moved to further strengthen their strategic partnership, with senior military and diplomatic engagements signaling deeper cooperation in defense, maritime security, and broader bilateral ties. On Tuesday, Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti, Deputy Chief of Naval Staff of the Indian Navy,
French President Emmanuel Macron to visit India next week, attend AI Impact Summit in New Delhi
French President Emmanuel Macron will undertake a three-day official visit to India from February 17 to 19 at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on Tuesday. The visit is expected to further deepen the strategic
EAM S Jaishankar meets BRICS 2026 Sherpas, charts roadmap for India’s chairship
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Tuesday met visiting BRICS 2026 Sherpas and country representatives in New Delhi, reaffirming India’s commitment to steering the grouping toward a more inclusive, resilient, and development-focused agenda during its chairship. During the interaction, Jaishankar welcomed inputs