PM Modi & President Trump discuss ‘mutually beneficial’ ties (Lead)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday, reaffirming their commitment to a ‘mutually beneficial and trusted partnership.’ “Delighted to speak with my dear friend President @realDonaldTrump @POTUS,” PM Modi wrote on X. The Prime Minister congratulated President Trump
Assam CM reviews progress of government schemes in Dibrugarh
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday reviewed the progress of various Central and state government schemes at the Chief Minister’s Secretariat in Dibrugarh, receiving detailed feedback from senior officials on their implementation and steps taken for the development of the Jonai
PM Modi to inaugurate Utkarsh Odisha conclave today
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the two-day Utkarsh Odisha-Make in Odisha conclave-2025 on Tuesday, the flagship Global Investment Summit hosted by the Odisha government. The conclave will take place at Janata Maidan in Bhubaneswar from January 28 to 29. PM Modi is
Trump fires DOJ officials who investigated him post-2020 election defeat
The US Justice Department has fired over a dozen officials involved in investigations into President Donald Trump’s actions following his loss in the 2020 presidential election. These investigations, led by former Special Counsel Jack Smith, focused on two major cases. The first alleged
A White House visit discussed on Trump-Modi phone call
A White House visit for Prime Minister Narendra Modi was among the issues discussed during a phone call between him and President Donald Trump. The White House released a readout stating that the two leaders also discussed security in the Indo-Pacific, West Asia,
Trump imposes 25 pc tariffs on Colombia for refusing deportation flights
US President Donald Trump has announced a 25 percent tariff on all imports from Colombia in retaliation against the country’s refusal to allow two deportation flights carrying immigrants to land. Taking to his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump wrote, “I was just
Amit Shah to visit Maha Kumbh today, take holy dip in Triveni Sangam
Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to attend the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj on Monday, where he will take a holy dip in the Triveni Sangam, the sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath
No one will be allowed to break communal harmony of Punjab: CM Mann on desecration of Ambedkar statue
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has strongly condemned the desecration of Ambedkar’s statue in Amritsar and assured that strong action will be taken against the guilty. In a post on X on Monday, CM Mann said that no one will be spared and
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