Margherita meets French minister at G20 DMM, discusses AI and global reforms
Union Minister of State for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita, met with France’s Minister of International Partnerships, Thani Mohamed-Soilihi, on the sidelines of the G20 Development Ministers’ Meeting (DMM) held at Kruger National Park in South Africa’s Mpumalanga province. The two leaders exchanged views
India, China hail ‘peace and tranquility’ along border, agree to sustain dialogue
In a sign of thawing tensions, India and China on Wednesday expressed satisfaction over the prevailing peace and tranquility in their border areas and agreed to sustain diplomatic and military dialogue to support gradual normalisation of ties. The assessment came during the 34th
Bhupendra Patel to lead Gujarat’s SWAGAT grievance redressal session on Thursday
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel will preside over the upcoming State SWAGAT (State-Wide Attention on Grievances by Application of Technology) session on Thursday, reinforcing the government’s commitment to responsive governance. The monthly SWAGAT programme, launched in 2003 by then CM Narendra Modi, allows
Grand Mufti seeks PM, President’s help in saving Kerala nurse from execution in Yemen
After securing a temporary stay on the execution of Kerala nurse Nimisha Priya in Yemen, the Grand Mufti of India, Kanthapuram A.P. Aboobacker Musliyar, is now seeking the intervention of President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the next phase of
Motwani Jadeja Institute launched in New York to boost Indo-US ties
In a major step to enhance Indo-US academic and strategic collaboration, O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) launched the Motwani Jadeja Institute for American Studies (MJIAS) in New York. The initiative aims to strengthen ties through education, policy, innovation, and cultural exchange. Named in
India, UK to boost trade and defence ties during PM Modi’s London visit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a two-day visit to the United Kingdom starting Wednesday, where he will hold wide-ranging talks with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to further strengthen the India-UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. This marks PM Modi’s fourth visit to
A bride, two brothers, and the enduring legacy of polyandry in Himachal
How a rare wedding in the Hatti tribe revives an ancient tradition of unity Shillai, Himachal Pradesh — A rare and culturally significant wedding has drawn widespread attention in Himachal Pradesh, where two brothers from the Hatti tribe jointly married one woman, reviving
Tharoor welcomes US designation of TRF as terrorist group, calls it diplomatic win for India
Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor welcomed the United States’ decision to designate The Resistance Front (TRF), a proxy of the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), as a global terrorist group. Calling it a “diplomatic success” for India, Tharoor expressed hope that the move would increase
India, Russia strengthen cultural ties and tourism cooperation
India and Russia reaffirmed their commitment to deepening cultural and tourism ties during a high-level meeting between Union Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and Russian Ambassador Denis Alipov in New Delhi on Friday. The talks centered on expanding India’s participation in
India warns NATO chief against ‘double standards’ on Russia oil trade
India has firmly rejected NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte’s warning of sanctions on countries trading with Russia, urging against “double standards” in global energy trade. “We are closely following the developments. Let me reiterate that securing the energy needs of our people is
India’s role as digital hub spotlighted at Wavelength Forum
India’s rising prominence as a global digital hub was a key focus at the Wavelength Forum held in New Delhi on Wednesday, where Quad partners, government officials, and industry leaders convened to advance subsea cable connectivity across the Indo-Pacific. Organised under the US
CDS Chauhan stresses need for India-made drone tech for future warfare
Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Wednesday called for a rapid overhaul of India’s drone capabilities, urging the development of indigenous unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and counter-drone technologies to address evolving threats on the battlefield. Speaking at the Manekshaw Centre
India co-chairs UN meet on accountability for crimes against peacekeepers
India co-chaired a high-level meeting of the Group of Friends (GoF) for Accountability for Crimes Against Peacekeepers at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, reaffirming its strong commitment to justice for UN personnel facing violence in conflict zones. India’s Permanent Representative to
Sri Lankan cross-party delegation visits India to boost bilateral ties
A 24-member Sri Lankan delegation, comprising young political leaders from 14 different parties, began a two-week visit to India on Wednesday aimed at enhancing bilateral relations and regional cooperation. The delegation met Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri in New Delhi to discuss deepening ties
CM Mohan Yadav to address investors in Spain, promote Madhya Pradesh opportunities
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav is set to promote investment opportunities in his state during the ‘Invest in Madhya Pradesh’ forum in Madrid, Spain, on Wednesday. The Chief Minister, accompanied by his wife and a delegation of senior officials, arrived in Madrid
PM Modi matches Congress PMs’ 70-year record of foreign Parliament speeches
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reached a landmark in India’s diplomatic history by delivering his 17th address to a foreign Parliament, equalling the total of all Congress Prime Ministers combined over 70 years. The milestone was achieved during his recent tour of Ghana,
PM Modi concludes 5-nation tour, highlights India’s global outreach
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has left for India after completing a highly successful five-nation tour to Ghana, Trinidad & Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia. The Ministry of External Affairs described the visit as “productive and successful.” During the trip, PM Modi achieved a
Modi wraps up 5-nation tour, receives highest honors in three countries
Prime Minister Narendra Modi returned to Delhi on Thursday morning after concluding a highly successful five-nation diplomatic tour to Ghana, Trinidad & Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the week-long journey was marked by “productive and
PM Modi, President Lula hold ‘fruitful talks’ to boost India-Brazil ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday held wide-ranging discussions with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in Brasilia, focusing on strengthening and diversifying trade and strategic cooperation between India and Brazil. “Held fruitful talks with President Lula, who has always been passionate
PM Modi receives Brazil’s highest civilian honour, thanks President Lula
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed heartfelt gratitude to Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and the people of Brazil after being conferred the country’s highest civilian award — The Grand Collar of the National Order of the Southern Cross —