PM Modi celebrates 1,125% surge in Indian universities in QS Asia Rankings 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hailed the dramatic rise of Indian universities in the QS Asia University Rankings 2026, calling it a “record leap” for Indian higher education. Over the past decade, India’s representation has grown 1,125 per cent — from just
India, Belgium strengthen strategic and economic cooperation at Brussels meet
India and Belgium held their third Foreign Office Consultations at the historic Egmont Palace, reaffirming their commitment to deepen diplomatic, trade, and technology partnerships. Leading the dialogue, Secretary (West) Sibi George and Theodora Gentzis, President of Belgium’s Federal Public Service Foreign Affairs, reviewed
Trump has ‘great respect’ for PM Modi, says White House on India-US ties
The White House reaffirmed U.S. President Donald Trump’s admiration for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his commitment to deepening India-U.S. relations, saying the two leaders share a strong rapport and speak “pretty frequently.” White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, addressing reporters on Tuesday,
New US Assistant Secretary Paul Kapur meets Indian Ambassador Vinay Kwatra in Washington
Strengthening diplomatic engagement between New Delhi and Washington, India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Kwatra, hosted Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, Paul Kapur, at India House in Washington this week. The U.S. State Department’s Bureau of South
South Asian trailblazers make history with major election wins in New York, Virginia, and Ohio
In a historic night for the South Asian diaspora, three candidates of Indian and broader South Asian heritage scored landmark victories in key U.S. elections, signaling the community’s growing influence in American politics. From New York City’s mayoral race to statewide contests in
India–Japan partnership crucial for Indo-Pacific stability and global economic resilience: EAM Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Wednesday underscored that the India–Japan partnership plays a pivotal role in maintaining strategic stability and promoting economic resilience in the Indo-Pacific region. Speaking at the 8th India–Japan Indo-Pacific Forum in New Delhi, he said the growing
Student uprising in PoK mirrors Nepal, Bangladesh unrest, raises fears of nationwide turmoil in Pakistan
Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) is witnessing a new wave of unrest as student-led protests erupt across the region, drawing parallels with the youth uprisings that transformed Nepal and Bangladesh. Despite Islamabad’s efforts to suppress dissent, reports of large-scale atrocities and arrests are surfacing, intensifying
Hegseth pledges coordinated U.S. efforts to deliver on Trump’s nuclear submarine plan for South Korea
U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth on Tuesday said Washington will undertake interagency efforts to help implement President Donald Trump’s pledge allowing South Korea to build nuclear-powered submarines at a U.S. shipyard. Speaking after annual security talks with South Korean Defence Minister Ahn Gyu-back,
EAM Jaishankar urges global zero-tolerance on terrorism in talks with Israeli FM Gideon Sa’ar
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar reaffirmed India’s unwavering solidarity with Israel, stressing the shared challenge of terrorism and calling for a global zero-tolerance approach to it in all forms. During his meeting with Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar in New Delhi, Jaishankar highlighted
India, US deepen defence cooperation at Military Cooperation Group meeting in Hawaii
Senior military leaders from India and the United States began two days of high-level talks in Hawaii to strengthen defence ties, enhance interoperability, and advance a shared vision for a free, open, and secure Indo-Pacific region. Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, Chief of Integrated
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri arrives in London to deepen India–UK Strategic Partnership
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri has arrived in London on his first bilateral visit, marking a new phase in India–UK relations as both countries strengthen their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and expand collaboration across key sectors. The Indian High Commission in London shared a photo
EAM Jaishankar, Israeli FM Gideon Sa’ar reaffirm strategic partnership, joint fight against terrorism
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar in New Delhi on Tuesday to strengthen the India–Israel Strategic Partnership and discuss regional developments, including the Gaza Peace Plan. In a post on X, Jaishankar said the talks were “productive” and
South Korea says regaining wartime control from U.S. will strengthen alliance
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said Tuesday that his government’s plan to regain wartime Operational Control (OPCON) from the United States before the end of his term would mark a milestone in advancing the bilateral alliance. Speaking during a meeting with U.S.
Day 34 of the U.S. government shutdown: SNAP relief, political stalemate, and record-setting tensions
The U.S. government shutdown entered its 34th day on Monday, marking the start of a new month without resolution and edging closer to becoming the longest in American history. If it continues beyond Nov. 5, it will surpass the 35-day shutdown of 2018–19.
Trump’s tariffs face Supreme Court challenge as small businesses claim rising costs threaten survival
Small businesses across the United States are taking President Donald Trump to court over his sweeping tariffs, arguing that they violate trade laws and threaten their survival. The Supreme Court will hear the challenge on November 5. Entrepreneurs like David Levi, founder of
JD Vance expresses hope his wife Usha will embrace Christianity but respects her Hindu faith
U.S. Vice President JD Vance said this week that he hopes his wife, Second Lady Usha Vance, who comes from a Hindu Indian family, will one day embrace Christianity. However, he emphasized that her faith is a personal choice he fully respects. Speaking
Trump defends ICE raids, warns China over Taiwan, and calls Mamdani ‘communist’
In a wide-ranging interview on CBS’ 60 Minutes, US President Donald Trump defended aggressive immigration enforcement tactics, warned China against any moves on Taiwan, and labeled New York mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani a “communist.” The interview, conducted at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort, touched on
Trump praises Putin, Xi as ‘strong and smart leaders’, says US must take them seriously
US President Donald Trump praised Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping during an interview with CBS’ 60 Minutes, calling both “tough and smart” leaders who must be taken seriously. “These are serious people. These are people that are tough, smart
Jaishankar, Bahrain FM co-chair 5th India–Bahrain High Joint Commission meeting in New Delhi
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar welcomed Bahrain’s Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Alzayani in New Delhi on Monday for the 5th meeting of the India–Bahrain High Joint Commission (HJC), aimed at enhancing cooperation across trade, investment, energy, fintech, health, and education. Jaishankar said
Trump says Russia, China, Pakistan among nations conducting nuclear tests, vows US will resume testing
US President Donald Trump has claimed that multiple nations — including Russia, China, North Korea, and Pakistan — are conducting nuclear weapons tests. In an interview with CBS News, Trump said the United States must also resume testing after more than three decades