MEA confirms 98 Indians died during annual Haj pilgrimage this year due to natural causes
Jun 22, 2024, at 03:44 pm
The Indian External Affairs Ministry has said 98 Indians have died during the annual Haj pilgrimage in Mecca in Saudi Arabia this year.
S Jaishankar, Ranil Wickremesinghe formally commission Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre
Jun 21, 2024, at 11:48 pm
Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe on Thursday jointly commissioned the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre.
Matthew Miller says US supports direct discussions between India, Pakistan
Jun 21, 2024, at 10:51 pm
A top US official said his nation supports direct dialogue between India and Pakistan.
With Modi's re-election, Justin Trudeau wants to engage on some 'very serious issues'
Jun 19, 2024, at 07:00 am
New Delhi/IBNS: Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has expressed hope that with Prime Minister Narendra Modi back for a third term, talks with India can resume on "some very serious issues" around national security and keeping Canadians safe and the rule of law".
US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan, Narendra Modi discuss progress in bilateral cooperation
Jun 18, 2024, at 03:38 pm
US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday when they discussed progress in various areas of bilateral cooperation.
India possesses more nuclear weapons than Pakistan: Think tank report
Jun 18, 2024, at 02:14 pm
A report released by a Swedish think tank revealed India possesses more nuclear weapons than Pakistan while China’s nuclear arsenal increased from 410 warheads in January 2023 to 500 in January 2024.
Jun 18, 2024, at 12:41 am
US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan on Monday held extensive talks with his Indian counterpart Ajit Doval and also External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar during his visit to New Delhi, media reports said on Monday.
India’s ascent on global stage: A path to leadership through diplomacy
Jun 17, 2024, at 10:18 pm
The recent G7+1 summit in Italy has not only underscored India’s growing influence but also highlighted its pivotal role in shaping global discourse.
Narendra Modi greets Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu on Eid Al-Adha amid strained relationship
Jun 17, 2024, at 03:32 pm
Indian PM Narendra Modi on Monday greeted Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha amid the deteriorating relationship between the two nations.
World's highest rail bridge: Railway officials make crucial inspection on Chenab river
Jun 17, 2024, at 01:18 am
Indian railway officials conducted an inspection of the world's highest rail bridge built on the Chenab River in Jammu and Kashmir.
Amid India-Canada row, PM Modi meets Justin Trudeau. Here's what they discussed
Jun 16, 2024, at 06:57 pm
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Saturday said there is a commitment to work with India on some "very important issues" amid a massive diplomatic row.
PM Modi returns to India after 'successful completion of G7 Outreach Summit' in Italy
Jun 15, 2024, at 05:50 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has returned to India after participating in the G7 Summit held in Italy from June 13-15.
Modi, Giorgia Meloni's selfie moment at G7 Summit goes viral
Jun 15, 2024, at 05:09 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni's selfie was one of the closing shots from the Indian premier's Italy tour for the G7 Summit. India was the outreach country at the summit.
PM Modi meets Pope Francis in Italy, invites him to visit India
Jun 15, 2024, at 08:30 am
Bari, Italy/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Pope Francis with a warm embrace Friday at the Outreach session of the G7 Summit in Apulia region southern Italy.
PM Modi meets US President Joe Biden, Canadian head Justin Trudeau on sidelines of G7 Summit
Jun 15, 2024, at 08:16 am
Bari (Italy)/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Friday met US President Joe Biden on the sidelines of the G7 summit.
Jun 15, 2024, at 07:52 am
Bari (Italy)/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Friday held bilateral talks with his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni with whom he had a "good meeting" to cement ties between two countries.
Jun 15, 2024, at 12:17 am
It was not only Narendra Modi who was greeting politicians in his classical 'Namaste' posture, there was a European leader who also preferred to follow the traditional Indian style to wish visiting world leaders in Italy as they arrived for the G7 Summit.
India, Oman may sign FTA within first 100 days of Narendra Modi's third straight term
Jun 14, 2024, at 10:57 pm
India and Oman are likely to sign a free trade agreement (FTA) within the first 100 days of the Indian PM Narendra Modi's third term.
IAF special flight carrying mortal remains of 45 Indians killed in Kuwait fire lands in Kochi
Jun 14, 2024, at 04:34 pm
New Delhi/Kochi/IBNS: A special flight of Indian Air Force (AIF) carrying the mortal remains of 45 Indians killed in the Kuwait fire reached Kochi on Friday morning.
Indian Air Force plane carrying 45 Kuwait fire tragedy victims heading towards Kerala
Jun 14, 2024, at 02:19 pm
A special Indian Air Force flight, carrying the bodies of 45 people who died in a fire tragedy in Kuwait, are currently being carried to India.
Jun 14, 2024, at 01:53 pm
Indian PM Narendra Modi on Friday (June 14, 2024) arrived in Italy to attend the G7 Outreach Summit and said he is looking forward to engage in productive discussions with world leaders.
Kuwait fire incident: Bodies of Indians killed charred beyond recognition, DNA tests underway
Jun 13, 2024, at 04:13 pm
New Delhi/Kuwait City/IBNS: The bodies of Indians killed in the Kuwait fire are charred beyond recognition so DNA tests are underway for their identification, said Minister of State for External Affairs, Kirti Vardhan Singh.
INS Shivalik arrives in Yokosuka to participate in bilateral Japan- India Maritime Exercise 2024
Jun 12, 2024, at 10:52 pm
Indian Navy's indigenous Stealth Frigate INS Shivalik arrived at Yokosuka, Japan to participate in the bilateral Japan – India Maritime Exercise 2024 (JIMEX 24).
Kuwait building fire leaves 35 people, including Indians, dead
Jun 12, 2024, at 09:12 pm
At least 35 people, including a few Indians, died after a massive fire broke out in a six-storeyed building at Mangaf block in Kuwait's Ahmadi Governorate on Wednesday, local media reports said.
Jun 11, 2024, at 11:50 pm
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday responded to former Pakistan PM Nawaz Sharif's congratulatory message and said India always stood for peace, security and progressive ideas.
Oman Sultan congratulates Modi on reappointment as Indian PM for third term
Jun 11, 2024, at 10:02 pm
Oman Sultan Haitham Bin Tarik on Tuesday congratulated Narendra Modi on becoming the Indian PM for the third consecutive term during their telephone conversation and they reaffirmed their commitment to further deepen and strengthen the relationship between the two nations.
Jun 10, 2024, at 11:45 pm
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif and his elder brother and former PM Nawaz Sharif on Monday wished Indian PM Narendra Modi for taking oath as the Prime Minister of India for a record third term.
Oxford University announces it will return 500-year-old 60cm-tall bronze statue of saint to India
Jun 10, 2024, at 10:19 pm
Oxford University has said it will be handing back a 500-year-old sculpture of a Hindu saint to India.
Jun 10, 2024, at 08:51 pm
Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu arrived in India and participated in Indian PM Narendra Modi's oath-taking ceremony for third straight term in New Delhi on Sunday.
Jun 10, 2024, at 07:31 pm
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday assumed office for the third straight term when he signed his first file which was related to the welfare of farmers.