New Zealand PM Luxon eager to strengthen ties with India
India-New Zealand bilateral relations are expected to strengthen across multiple sectors as New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon embarks on his first official visit to India since assuming office. Luxon will visit New Delhi from March 16 to 20, accompanied by a high-level
Putin meets Trump’s envoy on Ukraine ceasefire
Russian President Vladimir Putin has met with US President Donald Trump’s special envoy, Steve Witkoff, and was provided with “additional details” regarding the US-Ukrainian talks held earlier this week in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, the Kremlin announced on Friday. At the meeting on Thursday,
Scammers targeting Indian community with fake consulate calls
By: Dr. Avi Verma A wave of scam calls is targeting members of the Indian community across the United States, with fraudsters impersonating officials from Indian consulates. Reports indicate that these scammers are using phone numbers that appear to originate from the Indian
The jury selection system: Reconciling civic duty with respect for time
By: Dr. Avi Verma Jury duty, a cornerstone of the American justice system, ensures that a panel makes legal decisions of peers. However, the current jury selection process, particularly for Grand Juries, often feels like a frustrating waste of time rather than a
Vance’s India visit to be first by a US vice president in 12 years
US Vice President J.D. Vance and his Indian-descent wife Usha Vance will visit India later this month, according to a US news report. This will make him the first American vice president to visit India in over 12 years. Vance will be the
PM Modi thanks Mauritius people and government for warm welcome
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has thanked the people and government of Mauritius for the warmth he received during his two-day visit to the country. PM Modi returned to Delhi on Thursday after concluding his State Visit to Mauritius. He took to social media
Trump tariffs to hit South Korean economic growth and inflation
US President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariff policy is expected to put downward pressure on South Korea’s economic growth and inflation, though the impact on the local financial market is expected to be limited, according to the Bank of Korea (BOK). The BOK released
India and Mauritius strengthen ties with 8 strategic MoUs
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Mauritian counterpart, Navinchandra Ramgoolam, witnessed the signing of eight Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) on Wednesday, covering key sectors like crime investigation, maritime traffic monitoring, infrastructure, commerce, capacity building, finance, and the ocean economy. During a joint press
India emerges as a reliable development partner under PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reinforced India’s position as a strong and reliable development partner by supporting infrastructure, healthcare, education, and connectivity projects worldwide. In Mauritius, PM Modi will inaugurate the Civil Service College and an Area Health Centre, both built with Indian
India-Mauritius friendship rooted in faith: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday highlighted the deep-rooted cultural connection between India and Mauritius, describing it as the foundation of their strong friendship. “Our forefathers were brought here from various regions of India. When we consider the diversity in language, dialects, and
Indian diaspora celebrates PM Modi’s historic visit to Mauritius
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s arrival in Port Louis on Tuesday sparked excitement and pride among the Indian diaspora in Mauritius as he began his two-day visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties. The visit, which includes attending the National Day celebrations of Mauritius on
Trump doubles tariff on Canadian imports, threatens more tariffs
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday intensified the trade conflict with Canada by doubling tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from the country to 50%. Trump announced the additional 25% tariff on Canadian steel in response to Ontario’s decision to impose a 25%
Mauritius ministers thank PM Modi for visit, strengthen ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed a community programme in Port Louis during his visit to Mauritius at the invitation of the country’s Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam. PM Modi highlighted the strong cultural ties between India and Mauritius, emphasizing the deep-rooted connection
US says Ukraine ready for ceasefire, awaits Russian response
The United States announced on Tuesday that Ukraine has agreed to a 30-day ceasefire proposal, but the next step now depends on Russia to reciprocate. The US has also lifted the pause on intelligence sharing and military assistance to Ukraine. US Secretary of
Gabbard to visit India to boost intelligence sharing with US
US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard will be the first cabinet official to visit India following the commitment made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump to enhance intelligence sharing. Gabbard, the Director of National Intelligence (DNI), began her trip with a
PM Modi meets Pravind Jugnauth to strengthen bilateral ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met former Mauritius Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth on Wednesday to discuss ways to strengthen India-Mauritius cooperation across various sectors. Both leaders share a positive relationship. Pravind Jugnauth had also attended the swearing-in ceremony for the Modi government’s third term
PM Modi hands over OCI cards to Mauritius President
In a special gesture, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday handed over OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) cards to Mauritius President Dharambeer Gokhool and First Lady Vrinda Gokhool on the first day of his visit to the island nation. Prime Minister Modi met
President Murmu launches spiritual campaign in Haryana
President Droupadi Murmu on Monday launched a state-level campaign, ‘Spiritual Education for Holistic Well-Being,’ organized by the Brahma Kumaris from Haryana’s Hisar on its golden jubilee. Speaking on the occasion, the President highlighted that spirituality “unites the entire humanity by rising above man-made
PM Modi in Mauritius to strengthen bilateral ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Port Louis on Tuesday morning for a pivotal two-day visit to Mauritius aimed at strengthening the relationship between the two nations. Upon arrival at the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, PM Modi was welcomed with a ceremonial
President Murmu emphasizes preparing youth for changing global demands
President Droupadi Murmu on Monday highlighted the need to prepare the younger generation for evolving global demands, calling it a major challenge for higher education institutions. Speaking at the convocation ceremony of Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology in Hisar, Haryana, she