From 50% to 18%: US reduces tariffs on India as Trump announces trade deal with India
The United States and India have reached a major trade agreement after a high-level phone call between President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marking a significant shift in bilateral economic relations. Trump announced that Washington would reduce tariffs on Indian goods
Melania documentary earns big opening but faces harsh critic reviews
The documentary Melania, centered on U.S. First Lady Melania Trump, made an impressive debut at the North American box office over the weekend, securing the third position in overall earnings. However, despite its commercial momentum, the film has been met with overwhelmingly negative
EAM Jaishankar begins three-day US visit for critical minerals talks
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar is set to begin a significant three-day visit to the United States from February 2 to 4, marking another important phase in deepening India–US strategic cooperation. The visit comes at a time when both nations are strengthening
India and Norway explore new initiatives to deepen economic and green-tech cooperation
India and Norway held high-level discussions aimed at strengthening economic cooperation and accelerating investments in sustainable and maritime technologies, signaling a renewed momentum in bilateral ties following recent trade agreements with Europe. Sibi George, Secretary (West) at India’s Ministry of External Affairs, met
Native American tribes urge Congress to boost policing and prevention programs
Native American tribal leaders and child welfare advocates have urged the U.S. Congress to strengthen law enforcement and expand prevention programs in Indian Country, warning that chronic understaffing and fragmented services are leaving Native children and families dangerously vulnerable. Appearing before the Senate
Deep civilisational bonds and brotherly ties anchor India–Arab partnership: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday hosted a high-level delegation of Arab foreign ministers, the Secretary General of the League of Arab States, and senior Arab officials, reaffirming India’s deep historical ties with the Arab world and outlining a forward-looking vision for stronger
Technological failure triggers massive power outage across Ukraine
A major technological failure on Saturday plunged large parts of Ukraine into darkness, triggering cascading blackouts across the country and disrupting public transport, officials said. Ukraine’s Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal reported that the incident occurred at 10:42 a.m. local time when several high-voltage
India emerging as strategic bridge between Europe and West Asia
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s anticipated visit to Israel in February is being viewed not merely as a routine diplomatic trip but as a clear marker of India’s evolving geopolitical strategy. Analysts say the visit underscores New Delhi’s ambition to position itself as a
China condemns U.S. action in Venezuela while facing Uyghur rights criticism
Beijing has sharply criticized the United States for the detention of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, calling it a violation of international law and an example of Western overreach. However, rights advocates and analysts argue that China’s outrage rings hollow given its own record
Analysis: India and the Global South
By: Ambassador Ashok Sajjanhar India’s relations with countries of the Global South have deep roots in shared histories, common struggles, and mutual aspirations for development and self-reliance. Over the years India’s role has evolved from being a leader in the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM)
Analysis: India-Africa: Reinforcing partnerships
By: Ambassador Rajiv Bhatia Discussing a partnership between India, a country, and Africa, a continent of 54 countries, may sound asymmetrical. Still, two factors justify doing so: empathy and support for Africa in India are matched by admiration and respect that most Africans feel
US panel to examine India–China–US power dynamics in Indo-Pacific hearing
A key US congressional advisory body will hold a public hearing next month to assess India’s evolving relationships with China and the United States and their implications for the balance of power in the Indo-Pacific, according to a notice published in the Federal
US sees India as a key partner in Pax Silica push for AI and tech supply chains
The United States is positioning India as a central partner in a new economic security framework designed to safeguard global supply chains for artificial intelligence and advanced technologies, a senior US official said on Friday. Speaking at the Hudson Institute in Washington, US
New Indian consular application centre opens in Seattle to serve Pacific Northwest diaspora
Expanded facility aims to improve access, efficiency, and citizen-centric services Indian authorities have inaugurated a new Indian Consular Application Centre in Seattle, marking a significant step toward improving access to consular services for the growing Indian diaspora in the Pacific Northwest region of
Indian diaspora in Pacific Northwest to benefit from new Seattle consular centre
How energy control, China’s debt diplomacy and calibrated power are reshaping global competition A heated US Senate debate on Venezuela this week has offered India a revealing window into the evolving nature of global geopolitics, where control over energy, debt leverage, sanctions and
Blatter urges FIFA World Cup boycott over Trump administration policies
Former FIFA chief joins global chorus questioning US suitability as 2026 World Cup host Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter has backed growing calls for a boycott of the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches scheduled to be held in the United States, citing concerns
US warns Europe over ‘mother of all trade deals’ with India as India-EU FTA set for announcement
As India and the European Union prepare to formally announce the conclusion of their long-pending free trade agreement (FTA) on Tuesday, the United States has issued a sharp warning, claiming that Europe is indirectly financing the Russia-Ukraine war by deepening trade ties with
EU trade deal biggest in India’s history, to create huge opportunities: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday announced the signing of a landmark free trade agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union, describing it as the biggest trade deal in India’s history and a transformative step that will create vast opportunities for businesses,
India, EU share responsibility to uphold international law with UN Charter at its core: Antonio Costa
European Council President Antonio Costa on Tuesday said that India and the European Union share a collective responsibility to uphold international law, with the United Nations Charter at its core, underscoring the growing strategic convergence between New Delhi and Brussels in a rapidly
India rightfully among leading world powers: Putin’s Republic Day greetings underscore strategic partnership
Russian President Vladimir Putin has lauded India’s global stature, stating that the country “rightfully occupies its place among the leading world powers,” as he extended warm greetings to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the occasion of India’s 77th Republic