‘Aero India 2025’: Defence trade between India and US is deepening, says charge d’affaires
U.S. Embassy New Delhi Charge d’Affaires Jorgan K. Andrews inaugurated the U.S. Partnership Pavilion at Aero India 2025 on Monday, emphasizing the United States’ commitment to strengthening defence and security cooperation with India. Growing defence partnership “President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra
Afrikaner groups in South Africa reject Trump’s resettlement offer
Afrikaner organizations in South Africa have rejected US President Donald Trump’s offer of resettlement in the United States following his claims of land confiscation targeting Afrikaners. Groups such as Solidarity and AfriForum held a media briefing on Saturday in Pretoria to respond to
Trump ‘determined’ to implement ‘revolutionary’ Gaza takeover plan, says Israeli PM
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that US President Donald Trump is “very determined” to implement a “revolutionary, creative vision” for the Gaza Strip, which Israel is currently discussing. Speaking at a cabinet meeting upon his return from Washington, Netanyahu said Trump’s
PM Modi departs for Paris to co-chair AI Action Summit, hold talks with President Macron
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday departed for Paris, where he will co-chair the highly anticipated AI Action Summit alongside French President Emmanuel Macron. The summit will bring together global leaders and top technology executives to discuss the future of artificial intelligence (AI),
Prestigious Aero India 2025 kicks off in Bengaluru: Defence minister calls it ‘Maha Kumbh’ of India’s might
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated Aero India 2025, Asia’s largest five-day air show and the 15th edition of the country’s premier aerospace exhibition, in Bengaluru on Monday. The event has attracted participants from around the world. Drawing a comparison to the ongoing Maha
Trump declares February 9 as ‘Gulf of America Day’ after renaming Gulf of Mexico
United States President Donald Trump has officially designated February 9 as “Gulf of America Day,” marking the renaming of the Gulf of Mexico. The proclamation was signed on Sunday while Trump was en route to New Orleans for Super Bowl 59, with Air
Trump says he will announce 25% duties on steel, aluminum imports; threatens more to come
US President Donald Trump has said that he will announce a 25% duty on all steel and aluminum imports, a long-standing contentious category of trade between India and the US. Trump stated on Sunday that he will announce the tariffs on Monday, covering
Assam CM embarks on two-day visit to Singapore for investment summit
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday embarked on a two-day visit to Singapore to promote the upcoming investment summit in the state, Advantage Assam, which is scheduled to take place on February 25 and 26. Sarma is set to meet top
President Murmu takes holy dip at Triveni Sangam during Maha Kumbh visit
President Droupadi Murmu visited Prayagraj on Monday to take part in the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela, where she took a sacred dip at the Triveni Sangam. Upon her arrival, President Murmu was welcomed by Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister Yogi
BJP’s Delhi domination: AAP routed as Kejriwal, Sisodia, Jain, Bhardwaj fall
By Dr. Avi Verma In a historic political shift, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has reclaimed power in Delhi after a 27-year hiatus, securing 48 out of 70 seats in the 2025 Legislative Assembly elections. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), which had dominated
Delhi polls: BJP crosses halfway mark in early trends, AAP leads in 20 seats
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is leading in 37 Assembly seats, while the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is ahead in 20 seats as of 9:50 am on Saturday, according to the Election Commission of India (ECI). Counting for the Delhi Assembly elections began
PM Modi’s February 12-13 US visit to strengthen ties with Trump administration
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be among the first world leaders to visit the United States following the start of President Donald Trump’s second term in office, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on Friday. The visit, scheduled for February 12-13 at
India summons Bangladesh envoy after Dhaka protests Sheikh Hasina’s remarks
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday summoned Bangladesh’s Acting High Commissioner to India, Md. Nural Islam, to express concerns over repeated negative remarks by Bangladeshi authorities regarding India. In an official statement, MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, “The Bangladesh Acting High
Trump revokes Biden’s security clearance for classified briefings
US President Donald Trump has revoked security clearance for his predecessor, President Joe Biden, preventing him from receiving classified briefings. The move appears to be a direct response to Biden’s 2021 decision to deny Trump access to such information. “There is no need
India strengthens efforts to repatriate illegal immigrants, ensures safer returns
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has emphasized India’s proactive approach in ensuring the safe repatriation of illegal Indian immigrants, as opposition voices raise concerns over recent US deportations. Highlighting data on deportations since 2009, Jaishankar stated that US authorities follow standard procedures set
India and US discuss deepening defense ties ahead of PM Modi’s visit
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh spoke with US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth to congratulate him on his confirmation and discuss strengthening India-US defense cooperation. The leaders reviewed ongoing collaboration and explored expanding ties in operational, intelligence, logistics, and defense-industrial sectors. Singh emphasized the
India and Greece strengthen ties with focus on trade, connectivity, and AI
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis in New Delhi to discuss strengthening bilateral ties across multiple sectors, including trade, investment, connectivity, culture, mobility, and artificial intelligence. Jaishankar emphasized the importance of the India-Middle East Economic Corridor (IMEC)
Trump imposes sanctions on ICC over Israel and US investigations
Former US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order sanctioning the International Criminal Court (ICC), accusing it of targeting the US and its ally Israel with “illegitimate and baseless actions.” The order imposes financial and visa restrictions on individuals involved in ICC
Manipur CM, Assembly Speaker, Minister, MLAs rush to Delhi to meet central BJP leaders
Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh rushed to New Delhi on Wednesday, days ahead of the state Assembly session scheduled to begin on February 10, officials said. Assembly Speaker Thokchom Satyabrata Singh, Housing and Urban Development Minister Y. Khemchand, and several other BJP
Delhi polls: BJP’s Virendra Sachdeva ‘respects’ Exit Poll results; AAP’s Somnath Bharti refutes it
After the voting for the Delhi Assembly elections concluded late Wednesday, Exit Poll data from various independent agencies predicted a strong lead for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), while some pollsters suggested that the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) might form the government in