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Armenian Minister Narek Mkrtchyan says expanding ties with India remains a top priority

Feb 27, 2024, at 03:55 pm

Armenia’s labour minister Narek Mkrtchyan, who recently visited New Delhi to participate in the Raisina Dialogue, has said deepening and expanding ties with India remains a top priority for his nation's foreign policy agenda.

Indian-origin author Nitasha Kaul, who was deported over 'anti-India views', claims 'all lies'

Feb 27, 2024, at 06:10 am

New Delhi/IBNS: Indian-origin British academic Nitasha Kaul, who was deported by the Indian government over the weekend after landing at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport, has hit back claiming that she was denied entry as she is "married to a Pakistani... a pawn of China... a puppet (of the) West..."

Cross-border terrorism emerging from Pakistan being given befitting response: S Jaishankar

Feb 27, 2024, at 05:26 am

New Delhi/IBNS: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar  Monday said cross-border terrorism emanating from Pakistan was now getting a “befitting response”.

India, Japan joint military exercise begins in Rajasthan

Feb 25, 2024, at 11:19 pm

The 5th edition of Joint Military Exercise ‘Dharma Guardian’ between the Indian Army and the Japan Ground Self Defence Force commenced on Sunday at Mahajan Field Firing Ranges in Rajasthan.

Lok Sabha polls: AAP, Congress agree on 4:3 seat sharing formula in Delhi

Feb 25, 2024, at 08:05 am

New Delhi: Congress and AAP on Saturday have agreed on seat sharing arrangement for Lok Sabha elections in Delhi, Haryana, Gujarat, Goa and Chandigarh, ending speculations that the two parties may not reach an understanding in the matter.

Sri Lankan Minister calls India a 'big brother'

Feb 25, 2024, at 12:33 am

Sri Lankan Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Tharaka Balasuriya has described India as a 'big brother' and a partner and even praised PM Narendra Modi for helping the country during the period of crisis.

Thai PM Srettha Thavisin receives holy relics of Lord Buddha from Bihar Governor

Feb 25, 2024, at 12:26 am

The Holy Relics of Lord Buddha and His Two Disciples were Enshrined today for public veneration at the specially built Mandapam at Sanam Luang Pavilion in Bangkok with great reverence and amidst Holy Chanting.

India, US officials hold 11th Consular Dialogue, discuss ways to enhance cooperation

Feb 24, 2024, at 03:33 pm

India and US officials on Friday discussed ways of enhancing cooperation on a wide range of issues such as extradition, mobility of students and professionals, safe and legal migration, protection of vulnerable women and children and enabling smooth travel of their respective nationals during the 11th bilateral Consular Dialogue held in New Delhi.

Austria sees India as a very attractive investment destination, says Minister Martin Kocher

Feb 23, 2024, at 11:56 pm

Austria's Labour Minister Martin Kocher has said his nation sees India as an attractive destination for investment.

Mauritius minister says launch of India's UPI, RuPay will bring two nations closer 

Feb 23, 2024, at 10:51 pm

Mauritius Foreign Minister Maneesh Gobin has said his government will deepen cooperation with the government of India on various issues.

India, US key stakeholders in Indo-Pacific region, says Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane

Feb 23, 2024, at 10:09 pm

Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane while stressing navigating the complex dynamics of the Indo-Pacific region, said on Wednesday that India and the United States are the key stakeholders in the region as they are bound by shared values and common interests.

India,Netherlands to work together to enhance maritime security in Indian Ocean Region

Feb 23, 2024, at 09:49 pm

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with the Netherlands Defence Minister Kajsa Ollongren in New Delhi Friday when both Ministers discussed the possibilities for expanding their bilateral defence cooperation, particularly in maritime and industrial domains.

Talks on seat-sharing with Mamata Banerjee still on: Jairam Ramesh

Feb 23, 2024, at 08:20 pm

New Delhi/UNI: Averring that a decision on seat sharing with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) will be finalised in a day or two for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Friday said talks with Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress are still on.

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis says his nation can further strengthen collaboration with India in avenues like defence and drones

Feb 23, 2024, at 07:59 pm

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis has elaborated several sectors, including drones,defence, ICT, tourism and hospitality and film industry, as avenues for potential collaboration with India.

Latvian Foreign Minister Krisjanis Karins feels India has a role to play in Indo-Pacific region

Feb 23, 2024, at 07:26 pm

Latvian Foreign Minister Krisjanis Karins, who attended the Raisina Dialogue 2024, recently said the diplomatic relationship between India and his nation is moving towards a positive direction.

PM Modi inaugurates 9th edition of Raisina Dialogue in Delhi, his Greece counterpart calls India a 'great power'

Feb 22, 2024, at 05:38 am

New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday inaugurated the 9th edition of Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi.

PM Narendra Modi holds bilateral talks with Greek counterpart Kyriakos Mitsotakis, says two nations heading towards doubling bilateral trade by 2030

Feb 22, 2024, at 12:54 am

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday held bilateral talks with his Greek counterpart Kyriakos Mitsotakis in New Delhi and said 'India and Greece are heading towards doubling the bilateral trade by 2030'.

India, China agree to maintain communication during Corps Commander Level Meeting

Feb 21, 2024, at 10:59 pm

India and Chinese officials held Corps Commander Level Meeting on Monday (February 19, 2024) when the two sides agreed to maintain communication in future, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs said on Wednesday (February 21, 2024).

Jaishankar holds talks with Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis

Feb 21, 2024, at 06:47 pm

New Delhi/UNI: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis in New Delhi on Wednesday and expressed his appreciation for Mitsotakis’ dedication to improving ties between India and Greece.

Indian national jailed for four years and three months in prison for defrauding US woman in hacking scheme

Feb 21, 2024, at 03:01 pm

A US court has sentenced a 24-year-old Indian to four years and three months in prison for his role in stealing $150,000 from an American woman through an international computer-hacking scheme.

India should not be criticised for having diverse choices: Jaishankar's response on Russian oil

Feb 18, 2024, at 11:04 pm

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday asserted that India's freedom to make diverse choices should not be criticised in response to a question about its foreign policy priorities in the backdrop of observations from its transition from "non-alignment to all alignment".

S Jaishankar meets Sheikh Hasina, thanks her for guidance in furthering India-Bangladesh ties

Feb 17, 2024, at 11:36 pm

Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday met Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina and appreciated her guidance for taking 'India Bangladesh Maitri' forward.

Building Maritime Cooperation: Milan 2024 amidst escalating tension with China

Feb 17, 2024, at 03:26 pm

The 12th edition of the Multilateral Naval Exercise - 2024 (MILAN) is to be held at Visakhapatnam from February 19 to 27, and likely witness the largest-ever participation by over 50 countries and nearly 20 ships from friendly nations as compared to last year where only 39 countries participated.

S Jaishankar, Canadian counterpart Melanie Joly discuss bilateral ties amid strained relationship over Nijjar killing

Feb 17, 2024, at 03:14 pm

Several months after the relationship between India and Canada deteriorated over the killing of  Khalistani leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday met his Canadian counterpart Melanie Joly when the two leaders discussed the present state of 'bilateral ties'.

Congress does not want developed Bharat as Modi advocates for it, says PM

Feb 17, 2024, at 02:42 am

New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Friday slammed the Congress party saying that it has only one agenda – 'anti-Modi, extreme anti-Modi'.

Narendra Modi, Qatar Amir discuss space collaboration, economic cooperation

Feb 16, 2024, at 10:18 pm

Indian PM Narendra Modi met the Qatar Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani at Amiri Palace in Doha on Thursday when they discussed topics ranging from economic cooperation to space collaboration.

India’s brilliance: Pioneering the AI revolution

Feb 16, 2024, at 02:51 pm

In a world rapidly reshaped by Artificial Intelligence (AI), a new narrative is taking shape, one that places Indian talent at the forefront of this transformative era. With a fusion of youthful dynamism, innovative spirit, and global leadership, India is not just participating in the AI revolution; it’s poised to lead it.

Narendra Modi meets UAE PM, discusses trade, investment, space

Feb 14, 2024, at 10:33 pm

PM Narendra Modi met Sheikh Mohamed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, Defence Minister, and the Ruler of Dubai in the city on  Wednesday when the two leaders held discussion on wide range of issues covering tradfe and investment to space.

Narendra Modi meets Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina, discusses ways to advance bilateral ties

Feb 14, 2024, at 10:21 pm

Indian PM Narendra Modi met the President of Madagascar Andry Rajoelina on Wednesday on the sidelines of the World Governments Summit in Dubai when they discussed ways to advance bilateral ties and appreciated the close cooperation between the two countries.

PM Modi praises 'brother' Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed in Abu Dhabi, calls him 'friend of Indian community'

Feb 14, 2024, at 06:56 am

Abu Dhabi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Tuesday called UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan his "brother" and praised him for being a good friend and well-wisher of the Indian community,