Trump praises ‘good friend’ Modi as Sharif rolls out carpet of eulogies
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, though unable to attend the Gaza Peace Summit in Sharm El-Sheikh due to prior commitments, was warmly praised by US President Donald Trump, leaving Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visibly uneasy. Co-hosted by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, the
Indian envoy visits Bukhara University in Uzbekistan, discusses educational cooperation
India’s Ambassador to Uzbekistan, Smita Pant, visited Bukhara State University, where she met with Rector Obidjon Khamidov to explore opportunities for scientific and educational cooperation between the two countries. During her visit, Ambassador Pant also delivered the keynote address at a seminar on
UK Carrier Strike Group departs India after ‘highly successful’ Exercise Konkan 2025
The United Kingdom’s Carrier Strike Group (CSG), led by aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales, departed India on Tuesday after completing a “highly successful” bilateral maritime exercise Konkan 2025 with the Indian Navy, followed by port visits to Mumbai and Goa. “It was
MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh to lead Indian delegation to Non-Aligned Movement meet in Uganda
Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh will lead the Indian delegation to the 19th Mid-Term Ministerial Meeting of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) in Kampala, Uganda, scheduled for October 15–16, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on Monday. The MEA
South Korea’s ex-president Yoon skips insurrection trial for 14th consecutive session
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was absent from his insurrection trial for the 14th consecutive session on Monday, prompting the Seoul Central District Court to continue proceedings in his absence. Court officials said the detention center holding Yoon had informed them
Australian Energy Minister Chris Bowen to visit India, China this week
Australian Minister for Climate Change and Energy, Chris Bowen, will visit India and China this week for a series of high-level discussions aimed at advancing renewable energy and climate cooperation. In New Delhi, Bowen will co-chair the first Renewable Energy Partnership Ministers Meeting
Trump receives warm welcome in Israel as Hamas begins releasing hostages
US President Donald Trump received a warm welcome in Israel on Monday as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Isaac Herzog greeted him upon arrival at Ben-Gurion International Airport. The leaders’ spouses, Sara Netanyahu and Michal Herzog, were also present. Trump, who brokered
Afghan Hindus, Sikhs meet Muttaqi in Delhi, honour him in traditional Afghani style
A delegation of Afghan Hindus and Sikhs met Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi at the Afghan Embassy in New Delhi on Monday, marking another step in his week-long India visit aimed at strengthening bilateral engagement. Supported by the Afghan Minority Council
Sri Lankan President Dissanayake attends launch of Indian Housing Project Stage 2 Phase IV
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Sunday attended the launch of the Indian Housing Project (IHP) Stage 2 Phase IV, reaffirming India’s long-standing commitment to improving living standards in Sri Lanka’s plantation regions. The Indian High Commission announced that this phase aims
Trump orders Pentagon to pay U.S. troops amid ongoing government shutdown
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that he has ordered Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth to “use all available funds” to ensure that American troops are paid on time amid the ongoing federal government shutdown. “We have identified funds to do this,
Zelensky, Trump discuss strengthening Ukraine’s air defence amid Russian attacks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday said he had a phone conversation with US President Donald Trump focused on strengthening Ukraine’s air defence capabilities amid intensified Russian attacks on the country’s energy infrastructure. “I informed President Trump about Russia’s attacks on our energy
China slams US’ 100% tariffs as ‘double standards,’ vows prudent export control
China on Sunday strongly criticized the United States’ decision to impose 100 per cent tariffs on Chinese imports, calling Washington’s actions a reflection of “double standards.” Beijing said it would continue enforcing its export control measures “prudently and moderately,” maintaining what it called
Indian delegation meets diaspora in New York, praises role in strengthening India–US ties
A 12-member parliamentary delegation led by BJP MP P.P. Chaudhary met around 90 members of the Indian-American community in New York, appreciating their contributions to advancing India–US relations and promoting India’s image globally. Organized by the Consulate General of India in New York,
US Ambassador-designate Sergio Gor meets PM Modi, discusses trade and defense cooperation
US Ambassador-designate to India Sergio Gor on Saturday described his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi as “incredible,” highlighting discussions on trade, critical minerals, and defense cooperation during his six-day visit to India. “I had an incredible meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Trade war fears return as US, China impose new tariffs and tech export curbs
Fresh round of tariff hikes and rare earth export controls threatens to derail fragile truce between Washington and Beijing A new wave of retaliatory trade measures between the United States and China has reignited fears of another trade war between the world’s two
US lawmaker urges diplomacy as Trump threatens new tariffs on China
US Representative Ami Bera has cautioned against President Donald Trump’s escalating trade threats toward China, urging a return to diplomacy instead of economic confrontation. In an exclusive interview with IANS, the Indian-American Democrat from California warned that additional tariffs would ultimately “hurt the
US Ambassador-designate Sergio Gor, FS Misri hold productive talks on India–US strategic partnership
US Ambassador-designate to India Sergio Gor met Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri in New Delhi on Saturday for a “productive exchange” focused on advancing the India–US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said. “They had a productive exchange on the
IMF loans keep Pakistan trapped in cycle of debt and short-term fixes: Report
Pakistan’s continued dependence on the International Monetary Fund (IMF) highlights its deep-rooted economic vulnerabilities and repeated failure to implement lasting reforms, according to a report by Khaama Press. The report warns that IMF loans are financing Pakistan’s short-term survival rather than enabling sustainable
US Ambassador Sergio Gor meets Jaishankar in New Delhi, discusses India–US strategic ties
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor met External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Saturday in New Delhi, emphasizing the growing significance of India–US bilateral relations and cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region. Gor, who began his four-day visit to India on October 9, was
Trump misses Nobel peace prize, but winner dedicates award to him
US President Donald Trump did not receive the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, but the winner, Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, dedicated her award to him for his support of democratic efforts in Venezuela. Machado, a key figure opposing Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro,