Colombia buckles: Trump shows how tariff threats will work if nations shun illegal migrants’ deportation
As the US escalates its campaign to round up illegal migrants and deport them on military planes, it overcame opposition from Colombia through threats of tariffs, offering a preview of how President Donald Trump will enforce his campaign promise. After Colombia initially refused
Maha Kumbh is a unique symbol of uninterrupted flow of Sanatan culture: Amit Shah
Ahead of his visit to Prayagraj on Monday, Union Home Minister Amit Shah described the Maha Kumbh as a unique symbol of the uninterrupted flow of Sanatan culture and expressed his eagerness to take a dip in the Triveni Sangam to seek blessings.
The third eye: President Trump starts his second tenure on expected lines
The series of directives issued by President Donald Trump within hours of his swearing-in was – as expected – unambiguous, assertive, and geopolitically significant. They seemingly confirmed that the new US President was determined to take complete control of the governance, implement the
Tibetans celebrate R-Day, express gratitude to India
The Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) celebrated India’s 76th Republic Day on Sunday, commemorating the day in 1950 when India’s Constitution came into effect. The celebration was attended by officiating Sikyong Tharlam Dolma Changra, Minister for Education, Deputy Speaker Dolma Tsering Teykhang, Minister for
India showcases extensive display of ‘Nari Shakti’ during Republic Day
India marked its 76th Republic Day on Sunday with grandeur at Kartavya Path in New Delhi, where the parade and tableaux highlighted the nation’s progress, cultural richness, and military strength, with a special focus on ‘Nari Shakti’ (women empowerment). A key highlight was
Revocation of security details for former U.S. officials: Implications for Indian foreign policy
In a recent development, U.S. President Donald Trump has revoked security protections for several former high-ranking officials, including former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, former National Security Adviser John Bolton, and former Special Representative for Iran Brian Hook. These individuals have been under
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto Arrives for Four-Day Visit to India Ahead of Republic Day Celebrations
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto arrived in New Delhi on Thursday night for a four-day visit, during which he will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and attend India’s 76th Republic Day Parade. This marks President Prabowo’s first state visit to India. He was received
U.S. Senate Confirms John Ratcliffe as CIA Director
The U.S. Senate has confirmed John Ratcliffe, former Director of National Intelligence (DNI), as the next Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) under President Donald Trump. On Thursday, the Senate voted 74-25 to approve Ratcliffe’s nomination. He had previously served as Trump’s
Rubio Discusses Trump’s Immediate Foreign Policy Priorities with NATO Secretary General
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to outline President Donald Trump’s immediate foreign policy priorities, according to a readout from spokesperson Tammy Bruce. The call took place ahead of President Trump’s remarks at the World Economic
Donald Trump Criticizes ‘Unfair’ Trade Relationship with China, Calls for a ‘Level Playing Field’
Former President Donald Trump expressed hope for a “very good relationship” with China under his leadership while also stressing the importance of establishing a “level playing field” in trade relations. Speaking virtually at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, Trump commented,
Trump’s executive order ending birthright citizenship: Global repercussions and implications for India
By: Dr. Avi Verma In a move that has sparked widespread controversy, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order ending birthright citizenship for children born to non-citizens and undocumented immigrants in the United States. The order, effective February 19, reinterprets the 14th
India expects accountability on 2023 consulate attack in San Francisco: EAM Jaishankar
Hours after meeting with newly appointed US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar stated that “India expects accountability” for the attack on the Indian consulate in San Francisco in 2023, calling it a “very serious matter” and emphasizing
US Congress passes Laken Riley Act as Donald Trump begins crackdown on immigrants
The Republican-controlled US Congress handed President Donald Trump an early win in his crackdown on illegal immigration on Wednesday, passing a bill to expand pretrial detention for foreign criminal suspects, media reported. This will mark President Trump’s first piece of legislation to be
Big step for jute-producing farmer: PM Modi on MSP hike
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday stated that the Centre has taken a significant step to benefit farmers in the jute-producing sector, including those in West Bengal, by approving a hike in the Minimum Support Price (MSP) of raw jute for the 2025-26
US senators, envoy nominee raise concerns over China’s rising clout at UN
US Senators and the nominee for US ambassador to the United Nations have expressed concerns over China’s increasing influence at the world body, particularly through the use of money to gain votes and efforts to place more of its nationals in key positions.
‘Looking forward to working together on outcome oriented agenda’ EAM Jaishankar on meeting with US NSA Michael Waltz in Washington
India’s External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar met the newly-appointed US National Security Adviser Michael Waltz in Washington D.C. on Tuesday and expressed his eagerness to work together on an active, outcome-oriented agenda. Before meeting with NSA Waltz, EAM Jaishankar also held talks
Trump says he is on ‘both sides’ of H-1B argument
President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that he was on “both sides” of the H-1B visa argument but emphasized his desire to expand the categories of people coming to the US under the program. He mentioned that this should include maitre d’s, wine
EAM Jaishankar flags Rubio’s first bilateral was with him
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Tuesday expressed his delight in meeting US Secretary of State Marco Rubio for “his first bilateral meeting after assumption of office.” Jaishankar and Rubio met shortly after the Quad Foreign Ministers’ meeting, which was the first
Quad to be force for global good: S. Jaishankar in US
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar participated in the Quad Foreign Ministers’ meeting in Washington DC on Tuesday, discussing “different dimensions” of ensuring a free and prosperous Indo-Pacific. He tweeted that “Quad will continue to be a force of global good.” In addition
PM Modi to address BJP workers in Delhi under ‘Mera Booth Sabse Majboot’ initiative today
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address booth-level workers of the Delhi BJP on Wednesday through video conferencing, offering guidance ahead of the February 5 Assembly polls under the party’s “Mera Booth Sabse Majboot” initiative. Kuljeet Singh Chahal, the national coordinator of the NaMo