PM Modi ‘very charismatic, phenomenal leader’: Polish Secretary of State

PM Modi ‘very charismatic, phenomenal leader’: Polish Secretary of State

Visiting Polish Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs Wladyslaw Bartoszewski has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a “very charismatic and phenomenal leader,” saying India is fortunate to have him at the helm during a period of rapid transformation. In an exclusive interview

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US and India agree on framework for interim trade deal

US and India agree on framework for interim trade deal

The United States and India have agreed on a framework for an Interim Trade Agreement aimed at advancing negotiations toward a comprehensive bilateral trade pact, the White House announced on Saturday. As part of the move, Washington will lower tariffs on Indian imports

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Interim trade framework to deliver mutually beneficial India–US partnership: Jaishankar

Interim trade framework to deliver mutually beneficial India–US partnership: Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Saturday welcomed the newly finalised India–US interim trade framework, saying it would pave the way for a mutually beneficial economic partnership while expanding opportunities for Indian businesses. Posting on social media platform X, Jaishankar said the framework

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Jairam Ramesh flags gaps in US–India interim trade pact, says joint statement lacks clarity

Jairam Ramesh flags gaps in US–India interim trade pact, says joint statement lacks clarity

Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Saturday raised sharp concerns over the recently concluded interim trade agreement between India and the United States, saying the official US–India Joint Statement does not provide clarity on several crucial aspects of the deal. Posting on social

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India to open first Consulate in Malaysia, PM Modi announces in Kuala Lumpur

India to open first Consulate in Malaysia, PM Modi announces in Kuala Lumpur

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that India will soon open its first Consulate in Malaysia, marking a significant step in strengthening diplomatic, cultural, and people-to-people ties between the two nations. The announcement came during a grand Indian community reception titled “Selamat Datang Modiji”

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India and Poland review strategic partnership, focus on 2024–2028 Action Plan

India and Poland review strategic partnership, focus on 2024–2028 Action Plan

India and Poland held high-level diplomatic discussions in New Delhi on Thursday to review their Strategic Partnership and assess progress on the five-year Joint Action Plan (2024–2028). The talks were led by Sibi George, Secretary (West) at India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA),

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US–Iran talks shift to Oman as Trump insists on ‘zero nuclear capability’

US–Iran talks shift to Oman as Trump insists on ‘zero nuclear capability’

The White House has confirmed that fresh diplomatic talks between the United States and Iran will take place in Oman, even as President Donald Trump’s administration maintains a firm demand that Tehran abandon any nuclear capability. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said Special Envoy

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US Treasury backs stablecoins to strengthen global dollar dominance

US Treasury backs stablecoins to strengthen global dollar dominance

The US Treasury Department has strongly endorsed stablecoins backed by government securities, arguing that they could reinforce the global supremacy of the US dollar. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent made the case for digital assets during testimony before the Senate Banking Committee, defending new

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India–EU FTA emerges as ‘game-changer’ for strategic and economic partnership

India–EU FTA emerges as ‘game-changer’ for strategic and economic partnership

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Friday hailed the newly concluded India–European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) as a “game-changing development” that is set to reshape bilateral economic and strategic ties. Speaking at the inaugural India–EU Forum in New Delhi, Jaishankar emphasized that

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India and Poland deepen strategic partnership under 2024–2028 Action Plan

India and Poland deepen strategic partnership under 2024–2028 Action Plan

India and Poland have taken another step toward deepening their strategic engagement, with senior diplomats from both countries reviewing the progress of their bilateral partnership and outlining key priorities under the 2024–2028 Action Plan. The discussions reflect a shared commitment to expanding cooperation

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Trump’s trade deal with India threatens Russia’s oil revenues

Trump’s trade deal with India threatens Russia’s oil revenues

Russia could face a sharp decline in oil revenue if the United States succeeds in persuading India to curb imports of Russian crude under a newly announced trade deal, energy analysts and market traders say. The potential shift comes at a critical moment

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Trust in India-US trade ties damaged but improving, says US expert

Trust in India-US trade ties damaged but improving, says US expert

A senior US policy expert has cautioned that the newly announced India–US trade deal, while welcome, will not instantly repair trust damaged by months of tariff disputes and diplomatic friction. Evan A. Feigenbaum, Vice President for Studies at the Carnegie Endowment for International

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Trump speaks with Xi Jinping; trade, Taiwan and Ukraine discussed

Trump speaks with Xi Jinping; trade, Taiwan and Ukraine discussed

US President Donald Trump said he held a “long and excellent” phone conversation with Chinese President Xi Jinping, describing it as constructive and far-reaching, with discussions spanning trade, security, Taiwan, energy cooperation, and global conflicts. Trump said the leaders engaged in detailed talks

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Tiruppur exporters expect investment boom and job growth after India–US trade deal

Tiruppur exporters expect investment boom and job growth after India–US trade deal

Tiruppur’s textile exporters are optimistic that the recently concluded India–US trade agreement will trigger a wave of investments, boost exports, and create large-scale employment in the region, according to the Tiruppur Exporters Association (TEA). TEA General Secretary Thiru Kumaran said the pact marks

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India–US trade deal is a ‘game changer’, says USIBC

India–US trade deal is a ‘game changer’, says USIBC

The newly announced India–US trade agreement represents a major turning point in bilateral economic relations and has the potential to reshape ties between the two nations, according to Atul Keshap, President of the US-India Business Council (USIBC). Speaking to IANS, Keshap described the

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From 50% to 18%: US reduces tariffs on India as Trump announces trade deal with India

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

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Melania documentary earns big opening but faces harsh critic reviews

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

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EAM Jaishankar begins three-day US visit for critical minerals talks

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

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India and Norway explore new initiatives to deepen economic and green-tech cooperation

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

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Native American tribes urge Congress to boost policing and prevention programs

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

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