Trump says Ukraine should not target Moscow, denies sending long-range missiles
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said that Ukraine “should not target Moscow,” pushing back against reports that he had encouraged Kyiv to carry out deeper strikes inside Russian territory. When asked by reporters on the South Lawn of the White House whether
Trump says India working on trade deal similar to US-Indonesia pact
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said that India is working on a trade deal similar to the one the US recently signed with Indonesia, which could open the Indian market to greater American access. Trump explained that under the Indonesia deal, the
Jaishankar urges SCO to take firm stand on terrorism after Pahalgam attack
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has called on the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) to reaffirm its founding principles by taking an uncompromising stance on terrorism, citing the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam as a stark reminder of the shared threat. Speaking at
India celebrates as astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla returns from ISS mission
As Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla prepares to return to Earth after an 18-day mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS), political leaders across party lines have hailed the achievement as a proud milestone in India’s space journey. Shukla, part of Axiom Mission 4
India-China ties moving forward positively: Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Monday said that India-China relations are gradually moving in a positive direction following the October 2024 meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Kazan. Speaking during talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang
Trump urges trade partners to ‘keep working’ ahead of August 1 tariff deadline
U.S. President Donald Trump has urged countries engaged in trade talks with his administration to “just keep working hard” ahead of the looming August 1 deadline for steep reciprocal tariffs. His comments come amid intensified negotiations with countries like South Korea and Japan.
Trump announces 30% tariffs on EU, Mexico starting August 1
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced 30 per cent tariffs on imports from the European Union and Mexico, effective August 1, intensifying global trade tensions. In separate letters released on Truth Social, Trump said the tariffs aim to push both partners into renegotiating
PM Modi matches Congress PMs’ 70-year record of foreign Parliament speeches
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reached a landmark in India’s diplomatic history by delivering his 17th address to a foreign Parliament, equalling the total of all Congress Prime Ministers combined over 70 years. The milestone was achieved during his recent tour of Ghana,
PM Modi concludes 5-nation tour, highlights India’s global outreach
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has left for India after completing a highly successful five-nation tour to Ghana, Trinidad & Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia. The Ministry of External Affairs described the visit as “productive and successful.” During the trip, PM Modi achieved a
Trump shifts Africa policy from aid to trade at White House summit
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said the United States is changing its approach to Africa by shifting its policy “from aid to trade.” He made the remarks during a meeting with leaders from Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania, and Senegal at the White
Modi wraps up 5-nation tour, receives highest honors in three countries
Prime Minister Narendra Modi returned to Delhi on Thursday morning after concluding a highly successful five-nation diplomatic tour to Ghana, Trinidad & Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the week-long journey was marked by “productive and
PM Modi, President Lula hold ‘fruitful talks’ to boost India-Brazil ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday held wide-ranging discussions with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in Brasilia, focusing on strengthening and diversifying trade and strategic cooperation between India and Brazil. “Held fruitful talks with President Lula, who has always been passionate
PM Modi receives Brazil’s highest civilian honour, thanks President Lula
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed heartfelt gratitude to Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and the people of Brazil after being conferred the country’s highest civilian award — The Grand Collar of the National Order of the Southern Cross —
Trump pushes 10% BRICS tariff, threatens 200% duty on pharmaceuticals
U.S. President Donald Trump has doubled down on his plan to impose a 10 per cent tariff on all BRICS nations — including India — and warned of a possible 200 per cent tariff on pharmaceutical imports, a move that could significantly impact
Strengthening economic ties key to India-Brazil partnership: President Lula
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Tuesday emphasized that stronger economic ties are crucial to deepening the strategic partnership between India and Brazil. The remarks came following his meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Brasilia during the latter’s state
Trump signals new Russia sanctions, says he’s ‘not happy’ with Putin
U.S. President Donald Trump has approved the delivery of additional defensive weapons to Ukraine and indicated possible new sanctions against Russia, reflecting growing frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin. “We’re sending some defensive weapons to Ukraine, and I’ve approved that,” Trump said during
ICCR hails cultural diplomacy during PM Modi’s Brazil visit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Brazil visit was marked by a powerful display of cultural diplomacy that blended Indian and indigenous Amazonian traditions, earning appreciation from leaders and audiences alike. The Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) curated a unique programme that featured classical
PM Modi heads to Brasilia for talks with Brazil’s President Lula
After concluding the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has departed for Brasília on a State Visit, where he will meet Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva to discuss key aspects of India-Brazil relations. Calling his Brazil
Modi calls for ‘People, Planet, Progress’ approach as India prepares to lead BRICS
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has lauded BRICS for prioritising key global challenges like environmental protection and health security, saying India will take a “people-centric and humanity-first” approach when it assumes the BRICS presidency next year. Speaking at the BRICS session on Environment, COP-30,
Trump threatens BRICS nations with tariffs over US interests
US President Donald Trump has warned of an additional 10% tariff on countries aligned with BRICS, claiming the group is trying to undermine American interests, according to his spokesperson Karoline Leavitt. Speaking on Monday, Leavitt said Trump is “closely monitoring” the actions of