Australia, UK sign long-term AUKUS defence treaty as US reviews pact
Australia and the United Kingdom have signed a landmark 50-year defence treaty under the AUKUS alliance, even as the United States undertakes a review of its commitment to the trilateral pact. Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles, along with UK
Dengue claims three more lives in Bangladesh, 2025 death toll rises to 73
Bangladesh continues to battle a severe dengue outbreak as three more deaths were reported in the last 24 hours, pushing the 2025 death toll to 73, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS). The latest fatalities occurred in Chattogram Division (outside
Top Russian Navy official visits INS Tamal, explores deeper India-Russia defence ties
Admiral Vorobyev Vladimir Mikhailovich, Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Navy, visited Indian Navy’s frontline stealth frigate INS Tamal in Kaliningrad on Saturday, underscoring growing defence cooperation between India and Russia. The INS Tamal, commissioned at the Yantar Shipyard on July 1, is the
PM Modi attends Maldives Independence Day celebrations as Guest of Honour
Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the 60th Independence Day celebrations of the Maldives as the Guest of Honour on Saturday at Republic Square in Male. The event, hosted by President Mohamed Muizzu and First Lady Sajidha Mohamed, included a ceremonial gun salute,
Petition launched to save the historic home of S.D. & R.D. Burman in Kolkata
A grassroots campaign is gaining momentum to preserve the iconic residence at 36/1 South End Park, where legendary music directors Sachin Dev Burman (S.D. Burman) and his son Rahul Dev Burman (R.D. Burman) once lived and composed some of Indian cinema’s most enduring
India and Pakistan share SCO stage amid tensions over Pahalgam attack
In a rare diplomatic moment following months of military tension, the foreign ministers of India and Pakistan appeared on the same platform at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit held on July 15 in Tianjin. While both leaders refrained from directly addressing each other, the specter of the Pahalgam terror
US envoy says Washington will seek ‘alternative options’ for Gaza ceasefire
The United States is considering “alternative options” to secure a ceasefire in Gaza, following what it described as an unconstructive response from Hamas to the latest mediated proposal. US Special Envoy to the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, announced that the American negotiating team
Israel recalls negotiators after Hamas response to Gaza ceasefire deal
Israel has recalled its negotiating team from Doha for consultations following Hamas’ response to a proposed ceasefire and prisoner exchange deal, the Prime Minister’s Office confirmed on Thursday. The proposal, mediated by Qatar, Egypt, and backed by the United States, includes a 60-day
South Korea’s ex-interior minister questioned in martial law crackdown probe
South Korea’s special counsel team questioned former Interior Minister Lee Sang-min on Friday as part of an ongoing probe into former President Yoon Suk Yeol’s brief martial law declaration in December. The investigation centers on Lee’s alleged role in ordering the National Fire
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-UK FTA hailed as game-changer for trade and export growth
The Trade Promotion Council of India (TPCI) has hailed the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) as a transformative step that opens up major export opportunities for Indian businesses across multiple sectors. India’s bilateral trade with the UK reached a record $23.1 billion in
India and UK sign historic free trade agreement to boost bilateral trade
In a historic move, India and the United Kingdom signed a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on Thursday during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day visit to the UK. The agreement, witnessed by PM Modi and UK PM Keir Starmer, aims to double bilateral trade
India and UK sign historic free trade deal to boost $34 billion in trade
India and the United Kingdom on Wednesday signed a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA) expected to boost bilateral trade by $34 billion annually, marking a major milestone in their strategic relationship. The historic pact was signed during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day visit
Hindu temple in Australia defaced with racist graffiti, community outraged
A Hindu temple in Melbourne was defaced with racist graffiti in a disturbing incident that has sparked outrage among Australia’s Indian community and reignited concerns over rising hate crimes targeting minorities. The Shree Swaminarayan Temple in Boronia, Victoria, was vandalised with hate-filled graffiti
India showcases ISRO, CSIR innovations at biodiversity summit in Guyana
India highlighted its cutting-edge innovations in space and scientific research at the Global Biodiversity Alliance Summit in Guyana, showcasing technologies from the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). Organised by the Indian High Commission in
Lord Rami Ranger hails PM Modi’s leadership, calls India-UK FTA a “win-win” deal
British Indian businessman and UK House of Lords member Lord Rami Ranger praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership and welcomed the signing of the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), calling it a “historic and win-win” opportunity for both nations. Speaking to IANS ahead
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
PM Modi arrives in London for two-day UK visit focused on trade, strategic ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in London on Wednesday evening for a high-profile two-day visit aimed at deepening the India-UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) and finalizing a long-awaited Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Invited by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, this marks PM Modi’s
Indian diaspora greets PM Modi with chants and cultural celebration in London
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a grand and emotional welcome from the Indian diaspora as he arrived in London on Wednesday evening for a historic two-day visit focused on the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP). Members of
Lower US tariffs on Indian goods would be ‘big advantage’: NITI Aayog Vice Chairman
A potential trade deal with the US that offers lower tariffs on India’s labour-intensive exports would be a “big advantage” and a strategic opportunity, NITI Aayog Vice Chairman Suman Bery said during an exclusive interview at the UN. Speaking on the sidelines of