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
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