India seen as pivotal in US strategy to counter China on AI, critical minerals
The United States is positioning India as a strategic pillar in its push to reduce China’s dominance over rare earth minerals and advanced technology supply chains, a senior State Department official told lawmakers during a high-profile congressional hearing on economic security. Testifying before
Trump hails ‘turnaround for the ages’ in one year of his leadership
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday night declared that the United States has experienced “a turnaround for the ages” in just one year of his renewed leadership, describing his administration’s performance as a historic transformation. In excerpts of his State of the Union
US visa fee row clouds Indian doctor pathway
A contentious congressional hearing on America’s worsening physician shortage has raised concerns that proposed visa fee changes could complicate career prospects for Indian medical graduates seeking to work in the United States. The debate emerged during a House Ways and Means Health Subcommittee
‘35 million people said PM of Pakistan would have died if it were not for my involvement’: Trump’s new claim
US President Donald Trump has reiterated his claim of having “ended eight wars,” asserting during his State of the Union address that his intervention prevented a potential nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan. Speaking at the White House, Trump said, “First ten months,
From war heroes to victims, Trump spotlights Americans in State of the Union address
US President Donald Trump used his State of the Union address not only to outline his administration’s agenda but also to spotlight a range of Americans whose personal stories he said embodied the nation’s resilience, sacrifice and determination. Among those honoured was Navy
Trump claims global reset as economy surges in State of the Union address
US President Donald Trump delivered a forceful State of the Union address, declaring that America is undergoing a “global reset” as its economy surges under his second-term leadership. Entering the House chamber to chants of “USA,” Trump framed his address as both a
India warns of rising global risks as arms control frameworks weaken, calls for strategic stability
India has raised concerns over growing global instability as key arms control mechanisms weaken, urging the international community to safeguard strategic stability and prevent a renewed arms race. Addressing the 2026 High-Level Segment of the Conference on Disarmament in Geneva, Foreign Secretary Vikram
Israel and India must adopt vigilant approach amid Turkey’s growing alignment with Pakistan: Report
Israel and India should prioritise vigilance and deeper strategic coordination amid Turkey’s growing alignment with Pakistan, according to a report published in The Times of Israel. Writing for the publication, Italian political advisor and geopolitical expert Sergio Restelli urged both Jerusalem and New
Trump to deliver first SOTU of second term on Feb 24
US President Donald Trump will deliver his first State of the Union address of his second term on February 24, returning to Capitol Hill at a politically charged moment in Washington. The annual State of the Union (SOTU) address, delivered before a joint
World witnessed Bharat’s remarkable capabilities at AI Summit: PM Modi in ‘Mann Ki Baat’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the world witnessed “Bharat’s remarkable capabilities” in artificial intelligence during the recently concluded AI Impact Summit 2026 held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. Addressing the 131st episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat,
‘Mann Ki Baat’: PM Modi praises Indian-origin cricketers in foreign teams, highlights ‘speciality of Bhartiyata’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday lauded Indian-origin cricketers representing foreign national teams, describing their global presence as a reflection of the “speciality of Bhartiyata” — a deep-rooted connection to India’s cultural identity. Addressing the 131st episode of his monthly radio programme Mann
India, Brazil sign MoU to boost postal cooperation and digital transformation
India and Brazil have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in the postal sector, with a focus on digital transformation and inclusive service delivery, the Ministry of Communications said on Sunday. The agreement was signed by Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya
India, US reschedule meeting on interim trade deal after Supreme Court tariff ruling
India and the United States have decided to reschedule their upcoming meeting on the proposed interim bilateral trade agreement, allowing both sides to assess the implications of the recent US Supreme Court judgment striking down the Trump administration’s tariff hikes, according to official
Nothing changes: Trump says India trade deal intact after Supreme Court ruling
US President Donald Trump on Friday said the India–US trade deal remains unchanged despite the US Supreme Court striking down his earlier reciprocal tariffs imposed under emergency powers. Responding to questions about the ruling’s impact, Trump said, “Nothing changes. They’ll be paying tariffs,
India and Brazil will continue push for more representative UN: Brazilian president
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Saturday called for urgent reform of the United Nations, particularly the UN Security Council (UNSC), reaffirming that India and Brazil will continue advocating for permanent membership in a reformed global body. Addressing the media after
Lankan leader Silva’s India visit carries symbolic and practical significance: report
The recent visit of Tilvin Silva, general secretary of the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) led by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, to India has drawn attention for both its symbolic and practical implications, according to a report by the Trinco Centre for Strategic Studies
Shaping a human-centric future for AI – AI Impact Summit 2026
By: Prime Minister Narendra Modi At a defining moment in human history, the world gathered at the AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi. For us in India, it was a moment of immense pride and joy to welcome Heads of State, Heads of
Trump praises Indian American Harmeet Dhillon at White House Black History Month event
US President Donald Trump marked Black History Month at the White House with a reception that spotlighted his administration’s record on criminal justice reform, economic performance, and public safety, while also praising Indian American leader Harmeet Kaur Dhillon. Opening the event, Trump described
Modi and Dutch PM Schoof discuss harnessing AI for social transformation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Netherlands Prime Minister Dick Schoof on Thursday emphasised deeper collaboration in Artificial Intelligence (AI) to drive social transformation and inclusive growth. The two leaders met on the sidelines of the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, which saw
Trump urges stronger trade and defence ties in letter to Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman
US President Donald Trump has congratulated Bangladesh’s newly elected Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on what he described as a “historic election” victory and called for accelerated progress on bilateral trade and defence cooperation between the two nations. In a letter dated February 18,