President Murmu begins historic state visit to Angola and Botswana
President Droupadi Murmu began a six-day state visit to Angola and Botswana on Saturday, marking the first-ever visit by an Indian head of state to both African nations. The landmark trip, scheduled from November 8 to 13, underscores India’s deepening engagement with the
India and Armenia strengthen bilateral cooperation, hold 11th Foreign Office Consultations in Yerevan
India and Armenia on Saturday held the 11th round of Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) in Yerevan, reaffirming their commitment to deepen bilateral ties and enhance cooperation on regional and global platforms. The discussions covered a broad range of topics — from political dialogue
Af-Pak peace talks collapse again amid deep mistrust and conflicting security priorities
The latest round of peace talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan in Istanbul has ended in a deadlock, exposing the deep mistrust, diverging security goals, and domestic pressures that have repeatedly derailed negotiations between the two neighbors. Mediated by Qatar and Turkey, the third
President Murmu embarks on historic six-day visit to Angola and Botswana
President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday embarked on a six-day State visit to Angola and Botswana from November 8 to 13, marking the first-ever visit by an Indian head of state to both southern African nations. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) described the
Trump’s global tariffs face tough scrutiny at US Supreme Court
The US Supreme Court on Wednesday expressed scepticism over President Donald Trump’s sweeping global tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) of 1977, in a pivotal case that could reshape the limits of presidential authority over trade. The nine justices
US to cut flight operations by 10 per cent as government shutdown hits air travel
The United States will reduce flight operations by 10 per cent at 40 major airports starting Friday, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced, as the ongoing government shutdown—now in its 36th day—continues to strain air traffic control systems. The measure, which will affect between
Trump says he will visit India next year, calls PM Modi a ‘great man’
US President Donald Trump announced plans to visit India next year, describing Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a “great man” and a “friend,” while emphasizing the strength of ongoing India-US relations. Speaking at a press conference at the White House on Thursday, Trump
‘Vande Mataram’ embodies nation’s determination, commitment, and hope: EAM S. Jaishankar
India celebrated a historic milestone as the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) marked 150 years of the national song ‘Vande Mataram’ on Friday. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said the song represents the nation’s determination, commitment, and enduring hope, inspiring every Indian to
India, Belgium strengthen strategic and economic cooperation at Brussels meet
India and Belgium held their third Foreign Office Consultations at the historic Egmont Palace, reaffirming their commitment to deepen diplomatic, trade, and technology partnerships. Leading the dialogue, Secretary (West) Sibi George and Theodora Gentzis, President of Belgium’s Federal Public Service Foreign Affairs, reviewed
Trump has ‘great respect’ for PM Modi, says White House on India-US ties
The White House reaffirmed U.S. President Donald Trump’s admiration for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his commitment to deepening India-U.S. relations, saying the two leaders share a strong rapport and speak “pretty frequently.” White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, addressing reporters on Tuesday,
New US Assistant Secretary Paul Kapur meets Indian Ambassador Vinay Kwatra in Washington
Strengthening diplomatic engagement between New Delhi and Washington, India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Kwatra, hosted Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, Paul Kapur, at India House in Washington this week. The U.S. State Department’s Bureau of South
South Asian trailblazers make history with major election wins in New York, Virginia, and Ohio
In a historic night for the South Asian diaspora, three candidates of Indian and broader South Asian heritage scored landmark victories in key U.S. elections, signaling the community’s growing influence in American politics. From New York City’s mayoral race to statewide contests in
India–Japan partnership crucial for Indo-Pacific stability and global economic resilience: EAM Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Wednesday underscored that the India–Japan partnership plays a pivotal role in maintaining strategic stability and promoting economic resilience in the Indo-Pacific region. Speaking at the 8th India–Japan Indo-Pacific Forum in New Delhi, he said the growing
Student uprising in PoK mirrors Nepal, Bangladesh unrest, raises fears of nationwide turmoil in Pakistan
Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) is witnessing a new wave of unrest as student-led protests erupt across the region, drawing parallels with the youth uprisings that transformed Nepal and Bangladesh. Despite Islamabad’s efforts to suppress dissent, reports of large-scale atrocities and arrests are surfacing, intensifying
Hegseth pledges coordinated U.S. efforts to deliver on Trump’s nuclear submarine plan for South Korea
U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth on Tuesday said Washington will undertake interagency efforts to help implement President Donald Trump’s pledge allowing South Korea to build nuclear-powered submarines at a U.S. shipyard. Speaking after annual security talks with South Korean Defence Minister Ahn Gyu-back,
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
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