US lawmakers press Taiwan to increase defence spending amid rising China threat
A bipartisan group of senior US lawmakers has urged Taiwan’s leadership to substantially increase defence spending, cautioning that partial funding of a proposed supplementary military budget could undermine efforts to deter aggression from the People’s Republic of China (PRC). The appeal was made
Is Trump planning an Iran attack? US sends 50 F-35, F-16 jets to Middle East
The United States has significantly expanded its military presence near Iran, deploying more than 50 advanced fighter jets to West Asia even as nuclear negotiations between Washington and Tehran show signs of cautious progress. According to US media reports, the aircraft include F-35,
India shows robust optimism and trust for AI unlike West: Rishi Sunak
Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Wednesday said India demonstrates strong optimism and trust in artificial intelligence (AI), while Western nations continue to approach the technology with caution and anxiety. Speaking during a fireside chat with Meta’s Chief AI Officer Alexandr Wang
PM Modi meets EU leaders, pushes early implementation of India–EU FTA
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday held bilateral meetings with leaders of European Union member states on the sidelines of the India AI Impact Summit 2026, emphasizing early implementation of the India–EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) to strengthen economic and strategic ties. During
PM Modi, Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić discuss expanding cooperation across sectors
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić on the sidelines of the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, reviewing the full spectrum of India–Serbia relations and exploring new avenues of cooperation. According to the Ministry
Brazilian President Lula begins India visit, set to attend AI Impact Summit
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva arrived in New Delhi on Wednesday afternoon for a five-day State Visit, during which he will participate in the AI Impact Summit and hold high-level talks with Indian leaders to deepen bilateral cooperation. President Lula was
Shekhawat attends mural dedication with Spain’s President Pedro Sánchez in New Delhi
Union Minister for Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat joined Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez for the dedication of a collaborative mural at the Lodhi Art District in New Delhi, marking a vibrant moment in India–Spain cultural diplomacy. The mural, created under the
30 minutes, 3 warnings: Khamenei targets Trump as US–Iran talks begin in Geneva
As the second round of indirect nuclear talks between the United States and Iran got underway in Geneva, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei issued three pointed warnings aimed at US President Donald Trump, escalating rhetoric even as diplomatic efforts resumed. The negotiations,
PM Modi extends warm welcome to French President Macron, looks to advance India–France ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday warmly welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron on his arrival in India, expressing optimism that the visit will elevate bilateral cooperation and contribute to global progress. President Macron arrived in Mumbai earlier in the day, where he was
Over 80 foreign leaders, 500 global AI leaders present as India AI Impact Summit 2026 gets underway
The India AI Impact Summit 2026 commenced in the national capital on Monday, bringing together over 80 foreign leaders and more than 500 global artificial intelligence experts in what is being described as the largest AI-focused convening hosted in the Global South. The
Deal ‘rushed, unequal, and risky’, benefits US cotton producers more than Bangladesh garment exporters: report
Bangladesh’s recently signed reciprocal trade agreement with the United States is facing mounting criticism over provisions that analysts say could disproportionately benefit American cotton producers while creating uncertainty for Dhaka’s garment exporters. According to an analysis published by The Daily Star, the so-called
Trump would back Israeli strikes on Iran missile program if talks fail: report
US President Donald Trump has indicated he would support potential Israeli strikes on Iran’s ballistic missile program if diplomatic negotiations between Washington and Tehran collapse, according to US media reports. CBS News, citing sources familiar with the matter, reported that Trump made the
US congressional panel divided over disability wage rule debate
A US House hearing in Wisconsin has reignited debate over Section 14(c), a federal provision that allows certain employers to pay workers with significant disabilities wages based on productivity levels. The hearing, held at Green Valley Enterprises in Beaver Dam, brought lawmakers face-to-face
US airlifts mini nuclear reactor in first military transport mission
The United States military has airlifted a miniature nuclear reactor for the first time, marking a milestone in efforts to expand advanced nuclear power and strengthen energy security at military bases. Three C-17 transport aircraft carried components of the unfueled Valar Atomics Ward
PM Modi, President Macron to meet in Mumbai to review India–France strategic partnership
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron will meet in Mumbai on Tuesday to review progress under the India–France Strategic Partnership and discuss key regional and global developments. President Macron is on an official visit to India from February 17 to
Jaishankar, Canadian FM meet in Munich; highlight growing momentum in India–Canada ties
India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference in Germany, marking their fifth meeting since September 2025 and signaling steady progress in bilateral relations. According to an official statement from the
EU can’t afford delay in applying Mercosur deal, must fast-track India FTA
The European Union should act swiftly to provisionally apply the EU–Mercosur Interim Trade Agreement and accelerate the provisional application of the EU–India free trade agreement (FTA) in response to mounting geopolitical pressures, including those from the United States, according to a new report.
India-France Rafale deal set to boost indigenous aerospace industry
India’s negotiations with France for the purchase of 114 Dassault Rafale fighter jets for the Indian Air Force (IAF) are expected to significantly strengthen the country’s indigenous aerospace industry, according to a report published Thursday. The proposed deal goes beyond procurement, with India
Canadian PM Carney’s India visit may signal new phase in bilateral ties
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s anticipated visit to India in the coming weeks could mark a significant shift in India-Canada relations, moving the partnership from stabilization toward structured expansion, according to a recent analysis. Former diplomat Sanjay Kumar Verma, writing in India Narrative,
Pakistan defense minister says U.S. used Islamabad ‘like toilet paper,’ calls Afghan wars a mistake
Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif delivered a scathing critique of the United States in Parliament on Tuesday, accusing Washington of using Islamabad for its strategic goals and later discarding it “worse than toilet paper.” He also acknowledged that Pakistan’s involvement in the