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 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
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
Iran shuts offices, imposes water restrictions amid extreme drought and heatwave
Iran has closed government offices in 22 provinces, including Tehran, and reduced working hours in four others as the country grapples with an unprecedented heatwave and historic drought. Temperatures have soared beyond 40°C nationwide, reaching close to 50°C in some southern regions. According
Russia, Ukraine conduct prisoner swap amid renewed peace talks in Istanbul
Russia and Ukraine have conducted another round of prisoner exchanges as part of their ongoing negotiations, coinciding with the third round of direct talks held in Istanbul, Turkey. According to a statement by the Russian Defence Ministry on Wednesday, the prisoner swap was
Iran agrees to IAEA technical team visit amid rising nuclear tensions
Iran has agreed to receive a technical team from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in the next two to three weeks, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi announced on Wednesday. The visit aims to establish a framework for cooperation, though it will
Palestinian teen killed by Israeli army in West Bank: Health Ministry
A 14-year-old Palestinian boy was shot and killed by Israeli forces in the town of Arraba in the northern West Bank, according to the Palestinian Health Ministry. The victim was identified as Ibrahim Imad Ahmed Mahmoud Hamran, and no clashes were reported at
US investigates Harvard’s role in foreign exchange program amid national security concerns
The US State Department has launched an investigation into Harvard University’s continued eligibility as a sponsor for the Exchange Visitor Program, which allows foreign students and scholars to participate in academic exchange in the United States. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated Wednesday
Iraq condemns Israel’s Gaza siege, urges global action to end starvation
Iraq has strongly denounced the ongoing Israeli blockade on Gaza, calling it a “brutal siege” that violates basic human dignity and international humanitarian law. In a statement released Wednesday, government spokesperson Basim al-Awadi urged immediate international intervention to stop what he described as
Bahrain reopens embassy in Beirut, restores full diplomatic ties with Lebanon
In a significant diplomatic development, Bahrain has reopened its permanent diplomatic mission in Beirut, formally restoring full diplomatic relations with Lebanon. The move was announced during Lebanese President Joseph Aoun’s official visit to the Kingdom of Bahrain, where he met with King Hamad
From grassroots to global: How PM Modi’s UK diaspora diplomacy evolved since 1993
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in London, the resounding chants of ‘Modi Modi’ and ‘Vande Mataram’ reflected more than political enthusiasm—they marked a long-standing tradition of diaspora outreach that began well before he assumed national office. Modi’s first informal visit to the
US to withdraw from UNESCO again, cites ideological differences
The United States has announced it will once again withdraw from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), citing ideological differences and dissatisfaction with the agency’s focus on global development issues. State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce confirmed on Tuesday that the
India rebuffs US claim of mediating peace with Pakistan at UNSC
The United States reiterated President Donald Trump’s claim of having played a key role in de-escalating the India-Pakistan conflict earlier this year, but India firmly rejected any suggestion of external mediation, asserting that the situation was resolved bilaterally. Speaking at a UN Security