US F-16 crashes during California training mission, pilot ejects safely
A US Air Force Thunderbird F-16C Fighting Falcon crashed during a routine training mission in the Southern California desert, prompting an emergency response from military and local authorities. The pilot survived after safely ejecting from the aircraft, the US Air Force confirmed in
Putin says he shares close working and personal bond with PM Modi at India–Russia summit
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday expressed deep appreciation for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s warm hospitality and reaffirmed the strength of their personal and professional rapport. Speaking after the 23rd India–Russia Annual Summit held at Hyderabad House in New Delhi, Putin said he
Moscow condemns EU plan to use Russian assets, calls bloc an “illegitimate institution” and a “criminal gang”
Russia sharply criticised the European Union on Friday after Brussels announced its intention to use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine’s war-torn economy. The Russian Foreign Ministry described the EU as an “illegitimate institution” and a “gang” attempting to justify actions it claims
Elon Musk defends H-1B visas, highlights India’s contribution to US economy
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has defended the H-1B visa programme, emphasizing that the United States has “benefited immensely” from Indian talent. Musk made the remarks during a podcast conversation with Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath on the “WTF is?” podcast, released Sunday. Musk highlighted
Kushner, special envoy Witkoff to lead US delegation in meeting with Putin
US President Donald Trump’s special envoy Steven Witkoff and son-in-law Jared Kushner will represent the United States during a high-stakes meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed. According to Peskov, the Russian-American discussion is scheduled to begin
Afghan foreign minister condemns attack killing Chinese nationals, urges joint security cooperation with Tajikistan
Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi has strongly condemned last week’s deadly attack in Tajikistan that killed three Chinese nationals, calling for enhanced regional security cooperation and joint action against militant threats. According to a statement released Tuesday by the Afghan Foreign Ministry,
India’s cut in Russian oil imports likely temporary, Moscow expects rebound
Russia expects its oil exports to India to recover soon and views the recent dip in supplies as a short-lived phase triggered by Western sanctions, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said, signaling confidence in the resilience of India–Russia energy ties. Speaking to Indian journalists
Russia to triple data center power use, build 38 new nuclear units: Putin
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that power consumption by data centers in Russia is expected to more than triple by the end of this decade, driven largely by the country’s accelerating ambitions in artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure. Speaking at the AI Journey
Iran rejects zero uranium enrichment, calls demand a ‘betrayal’
Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has firmly declared that Tehran will not accept any agreement requiring zero uranium enrichment, describing the idea as a national humiliation and a betrayal of Iran’s sovereign rights. In an interview with the Iranian outlet Khabar Online,
Trump eyes Nobel Peace Prize while escalating pressure on Venezuela
US President Donald Trump may be positioning himself as a contender for the Nobel Peace Prize, but his recent remarks and military maneuvers are sending mixed signals about a potential confrontation with Venezuela. While he ramps up pressure on Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro,
Donald Trump Jr. to visit Taj Mahal with global delegation today
US President Donald Trump’s son, Donald Trump Jr., will arrive in Agra on Thursday for a special tour of the Taj Mahal, accompanied by a large international delegation. According to officials, Trump Jr. is traveling with 126 distinguished guests from 40 countries, making
Indian envoy strengthens India–Bolivia ties during first official visit to Beni Department
In a major diplomatic outreach aimed at deepening India–Bolivia relations, Indian Ambassador Rohit Vadhwana paid his first official visit to the Department of Beni, marking a milestone in bilateral engagement with the Amazonian region of the South American nation. During his visit to
South Korea’s labour minister urges passage of retirement age bill amid ageing population concerns
South Korea’s Labour Minister Kim Young-hoon on Thursday renewed his call for lawmakers to pass legislation raising the statutory retirement age before the end of the year, stressing that the country must confront the realities of its rapidly ageing population. Speaking to reporters
Putin’s top aide meets PM Modi, reviews preparations for India–Russia Summit
Russian President Vladimir Putin’s top aide and Chairman of the Maritime Board of Russia, Nikolai Patrushev, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Tuesday as both sides reviewed ongoing preparations for the upcoming India–Russia Annual Summit scheduled for early December. The
China accused of orchestrating disinformation campaign after Operation Sindoor: US congressional report
Washington, Nov 18 (IANS) China masterminded an extensive disinformation campaign following India’s Operation Sindoor, deploying fake social media accounts and AI-generated imagery to influence global defense perceptions and boost its own weapons sales, according to the US-China Economic and Security Review Commission’s (USCC)
Trump hosts Saudi Crown Prince for high-level White House talks on defense, investments and Middle East diplomacy
US President Donald Trump hosted Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the White House on Tuesday, opening a high-stakes round of discussions on defense cooperation, investment commitments, civilian nuclear technology and Middle East diplomacy. The visit, Prince Mohammed’s first to the White
Trump approves F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia, seals major deals on nuclear energy, minerals, and AI
US President Donald Trump hosted Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the White House on Tuesday, clearing the sale of F-35 fighter jets to Riyadh and finalizing a slate of high-value agreements spanning nuclear energy, defense cooperation, critical minerals, and artificial intelligence.
EAM Jaishankar, Russian Deputy PM review preparations ahead of President Putin’s India visit
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar met Russia’s First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov in Moscow on Wednesday to review preparations for the upcoming India–Russia Annual Leaders Summit, scheduled to take place in New Delhi in early December. The discussions mark another step
EAM Jaishankar meets Indian community in Moscow, inaugurates new consulates and prepares for India-Russia Summit
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar engaged with members of the Indian community in Moscow on Wednesday as he concluded his Russia visit for the SCO meeting. Joined by India’s Ambassador to Russia, Vinay Kumar, the minister met diaspora members and friends of
PM Modi to attend G20 Summit in Johannesburg, also set for IBSA leaders’ meeting
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Johannesburg from November 21–23 to attend the 20th G20 Leaders’ Summit, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on Wednesday. The visit marks yet another significant engagement for India in the Global South, with the Prime