India sends aid to Myanmar after deadly earthquake
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the catastrophic earthquake in Myanmar, which claimed more than 1,000 lives. In a post on X, PM Modi stated, “Spoke with Senior General H.E. Min Aung Hlaing of Myanmar. Conveyed our deep condolences at the
NDRF chief pledges India’s full support to Myanmar after quake
Following the devastating earthquake in Myanmar that claimed over 1,000 lives, India’s National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has placed its teams on high alert. To oversee preparedness, NDRF Director General (DG) Piyush Anand is currently in Kolkata and has affirmed India’s commitment to
Putin to visit India soon as ties with Russia strengthen: Lavrov
Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to visit India soon, with preparations underway, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov confirmed. Lavrov emphasized that political dialogue between the two nations is “developing dynamically” due to their shared perspectives on the emerging multipolar world order. Speaking
India, China review LAC, discuss Kailash-Mansarovar Yatra
India and China on Tuesday reviewed the situation along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and discussed the early resumption of cross-border cooperation, including trans-border rivers and the Kailash-Mansarovar Yatra, during the 33rd meeting of the Working Mechanism for Consultation and Coordination on
India calls USCIRF a biased entity, rejects latest report
India has strongly rejected the latest report by the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF), calling it biased and politically motivated. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) criticized the agency’s “agenda-driven efforts” and suggested that USCIRF itself should be designated as
India-EU ties in focus as Ambassador Saurabh Kumar meets MEP Angelika Niebler
In a bid to strengthen India-European Union relations, Indian Ambassador to the EU, Saurabh Kumar, met with Angelika Niebler, Member of the European Parliament (MEP) and Chair of the Delegation for Relations with India. The meeting followed her recent visit to India for
Trump pushes for election reforms, cites India as a model
In a move to overhaul the U.S. electoral system, President Donald Trump has signed an executive order introducing major voting reforms. The order requires proof of American citizenship for voters, limits mail-in ballot acceptance to Election Day, and prohibits non-U.S. citizens from donating
India tells Pakistan to vacate Kashmir and stop justifying terrorism
India has called on Pakistan to vacate the illegally occupied territories in Jammu and Kashmir and to cease justifying state-sponsored terrorism. Responding to yet another attempt by Pakistan to raise the Kashmir issue at the UN Security Council, India’s Permanent Representative P. Harish
Indian American Second Lady’s Greenland visit sparks controversy
US Second Lady Usha Vance has become entangled in a controversy surrounding Greenland, with the head of the Danish territory describing her proposed visit as a “big mess.” Vice President J.D. Vance’s wife announced on Sunday that she plans to visit Greenland this
Trump’s 25% tariff threat on Venezuela oil imports could impact India
US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 25% tariff on exports from countries that purchase oil and gas from Venezuela, a move that could significantly impact India. The announcement was made on Truth Social, where Trump stated that any nation buying
India-New Zealand partnership strengthens during Luxon’s visit
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon emphasized India’s growing significance as a key partner, stating that bilateral relations have deepened during his five-day visit to New Delhi and Mumbai from March 16-20. “It was a pleasure to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and
Tony Abbott: India should overtake China as global leader
Former Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott on Tuesday praised India’s rise under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and expressed hope that India would overtake China as a key leader in global supply chains and become a “real leader” of the free world. Abbott, who
India asks Pakistan to stop lies, vacate Kashmir territory
India on Tuesday strongly criticised Pakistan for “spreading lies” about Kashmir and urged Islamabad to vacate Indian territory held under its “illegal and forcible occupation.” “We note that Pakistan has once again made some comments about the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and
India AI Mission, Gates Foundation to create AI solutions
Union Minister for Railways, Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw announced on Wednesday that a collaboration between India AI Mission and the Gates Foundation is in the works to create AI-based solutions for key sectors in India. In a post on X, Vaishnaw
Moscow to participate in Smart Cities India Expo 2025
A Russian delegation from the Government of Moscow will participate in the Smart Cities India Expo 2025, scheduled to be held in New Delhi from March 19 to 21. The Department for External Economic and International Relations of Moscow confirmed that the delegation
Ireland focuses on fostering deeper research collaborations with India
James Lawless, Ireland’s Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation, and Science, highlighted the growing ties between India and Ireland, particularly in higher education, technology, and business partnerships. Lawless is leading a high-level delegation to New Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai to deepen
India and New Zealand begin FTA negotiations during PM Luxon’s visit
India and New Zealand have announced the launch of negotiations for a comprehensive and mutually beneficial Free Trade Agreement (FTA) as New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon arrived in Delhi for his first official visit to the country. According to a statement by
New Zealand minister applauds India’s sports focus under PM Modi’s leadership
New Zealand Minister of Police Mark Mitchell, part of the visiting delegation led by Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for placing a strong focus on sports and recreation, recognizing its importance for India’s development. Speaking to IANS, Mitchell said,
New Zealand PM proud of Indian community’s contributions to the country
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon praised the Indian community in New Zealand on Monday for its significant role in shaping the country’s progress. His remarks came during his five-day official visit to India, marking the first visit by a New Zealand Prime
India puts national interests first in US trade talks
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday said that India’s trade talks with the United States will be guided by the principles of “India First,” “Viksit Bharat,” and the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two nations. Goyal stated that he had a “forward-looking discussion”