India, Bahrain reaffirm centuries-old partnership, vow to deepen cooperation in trade, defence, and technology
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Monday underscored the enduring bond between India and Bahrain, calling it a “centuries-old friendship” rooted in trade and people-to-people ties, as he co-chaired the 5th India–Bahrain High Joint Commission Meeting in New Delhi with Bahrain’s Foreign Minister
EAM Jaishankar, Bahrain FM review progress in strategic and economic partnership
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Bahrain’s Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Alzayani co-chaired the 5th India–Bahrain High Joint Commission Meeting in New Delhi on Monday, reaffirming their commitment to deepen bilateral relations across strategic, economic, and cultural sectors. The two ministers reviewed
Israeli FM Gideon Sa’ar to meet EAM Jaishankar in New Delhi on Tuesday
Israel’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Gideon Sa’ar, will meet External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in New Delhi on Tuesday as part of a two-day diplomatic visit aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation, the Israeli Foreign Ministry confirmed on Monday. During his stay, Sa’ar will
Trump’s claim of Pakistan testing nuclear weapons sparks global alarm
US President Donald Trump’s assertion that Pakistan is conducting nuclear weapons tests has ignited widespread concern among global security analysts and governments. The claim, made during an interview with CBS News’ 60 Minutes on Sunday, comes amid heightened geopolitical tensions and raises fears
India clinch maiden Women’s World Cup title with 52-run win over South Africa
India lifted their first-ever ICC Women’s World Cup trophy after a commanding 52-run victory over South Africa in a thrilling final at Navi Mumbai’s DY Patil Stadium on Sunday night. A complete team performance sealed the historic triumph before an electrified home crowd.
Hegseth restricts military officials from discussing drug boat strikes with Congress without prior approval
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has issued a directive requiring military personnel to obtain prior approval before discussing sensitive military operations — including recent US strikes on suspected drug boats in Latin America — with members of Congress, according to officials familiar
Trump orders Pentagon to “prepare for possible action” in Nigeria; Abuja rejects characterization
US President Donald Trump said Saturday he has directed the Pentagon to prepare for possible military action in Nigeria, telling officials to be ready amid his criticism of what he described as large-scale violence against Christians in the West African nation. In a
Trump denies decision on potential US ground strikes inside Venezuela
US President Donald Trump said he has not yet decided whether the United States will carry out ground strikes inside Venezuela, contradicting reports of imminent military action against the South American nation. “No, it’s not true,” Trump told reporters while boarding Air Force
Rajnath Singh, Singapore’s Chan Chun Sing discuss stronger India–Singapore defence cooperation at ADMM-Plus
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met his Singaporean counterpart, Chan Chun Sing, in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday to discuss expanding and deepening defence cooperation between India and Singapore. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the 19th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting (ADMM) and
Iran says deal possible through indirect talks with U.S., rules out direct negotiations
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said Tehran remains open to reaching an agreement with the United States through indirect negotiations but has no interest in engaging directly with Washington. Speaking in an interview with Qatar’s Al Jazeera released on Saturday, Araghchi reiterated
Russia condemns U.S. for excessive military force in Caribbean counter-narcotics operations
Russia has issued a strong condemnation of the United States over what it calls the “excessive use of military force” during counter-narcotics operations in the Caribbean. In a statement published on the Russian Foreign Ministry’s website, spokesperson Maria Zakharova criticized Washington’s actions as
Three killed, five injured as truck overturns in Helmand province, Afghanistan
At least three people, including a woman, were killed and five others injured when a truck overturned in southern Afghanistan’s Helmand province, local officials confirmed on Saturday. The incident occurred on the outskirts of Police District 10 in Lashkar Gah city, the provincial
Cyprus FM backs India’s zero-tolerance approach to terrorism
Cyprus Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos on Thursday expressed strong support for India’s zero-tolerance policy on terrorism, emphasizing that it must apply not only to perpetrators but also to those who support and finance extremist activities. During his meeting with External Affairs Minister S.
Jaishankar, Cyprus FM Kombos discuss roadmap to implement India-Cyprus Joint Action Plan 2025–2029
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Thursday met visiting Cyprus Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos in New Delhi to review the implementation of the India-Cyprus Joint Action Plan 2025–2029, which aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation in defence, trade, technology, and innovation. The two ministers
India says Pakistan ‘infuriated’ as Afghanistan asserts sovereignty amid cross-border tensions
India on Thursday accused Pakistan of being “infuriated” by Afghanistan’s exercise of sovereignty and criticised Islamabad for treating cross-border terrorism with apparent impunity, as regional tensions escalate following failed talks and recent military encounters. Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal told reporters
South Korea’s President Lee, Japan’s PM Takaichi hold first summit to strengthen ties
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Japan’s newly elected Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held their first summit on Thursday in Gyeongju, on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) gathering, marking a significant step in Seoul-Tokyo diplomacy. The meeting — Takaichi’s
Over 2,790 Indians deported from US in 2025 for illegal stay: MEA
More than 2,790 Indian nationals have been deported from the United States this year after being found illegally residing in the country, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed on Thursday. The deportations followed thorough verification of their nationality and credentials by Indian
Trump signals end to tariff war, seeks global truce on trade fronts
After advocating peace in several global armed conflicts, US President Donald Trump is now signaling a ceasefire in trade tensions, particularly with China and India, during his ongoing Asia tour. While speaking in South Korea’s Gyeongju, Trump hinted at reviving trade talks with
Salma Dam hailed as ‘perfect example’ of India-Afghanistan water cooperation: MEA
India reaffirmed its commitment to support Afghanistan in sustainable water management, describing the Salma Dam as a “perfect example” of the enduring cooperation between the two countries, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday. During his weekly media briefing, MEA spokesperson
US, Japan defense chiefs reaffirm unity amid ‘severe’ Chinese military threats
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and Japan’s new Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi reaffirmed their countries’ shared commitment to bolstering the bilateral security alliance in the face of “severe” regional threats from China during their first in-person meeting in Tokyo on Wednesday. The two