'Donald Trump is a man of courage, who makes his own decisions': PM Modi tells podcaster Lex Fridman
Mar 16, 2025, at 09:12 pm
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised US President Donald Trump as a man with courage and one who makes his own decisions.
Nepali Foreign Minister Deuba visits New Delhi to attend Raisina Dialogue
Mar 15, 2025, at 06:47 pm
Nepali Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba visited New Delhi on Friday to attend the Raisina Dialogue.
India, Bangladesh Naval exercise held amid deteriorating ties following Hasina's ouster
Mar 14, 2025, at 05:19 pm
The India-Bangladesh Naval Exercise Bongosagar 2025 and Coordinated Patrol was conducted in the Bay of Bengal this week amid strained ties between the two neighbouring nations in recent months following the ouster of ex-PM Sheikh Hasina on August 5, 2024.
Myanmar fake job scam: India secures repatriation of 283 nationals
Mar 11, 2025, at 10:20 am
Indian embassies in Myanmar and Thailand, in coordination with local authorities, have secured the repatriation of 283 Indian nationals who were lured to various countries with fake job offers.
India-Kyrgyzstan joint military Exercise Khanjar-XII to begin tomorrow
Mar 09, 2025, at 05:56 pm
The Indian Army contingent has departed for Kyrgyzstan, where it will participate in Joint Special Forces Exercise Khanjar-XII, the Ministry of Defence said on Sunday.
'Despicable': India condemns Hindu Temple vandalism in US' California
Mar 09, 2025, at 12:27 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: India has condemned the vandalism carried out at a popular Hindu temple in US's California days ahead of a so-called 'Khalistani referendum' in Los Angeles and called upon law enforcement authorities to take strict action against the perpetrators.
India signs USD 248 million deal with Russia's Rosoboronexport for advanced tank engines
Mar 08, 2025, at 10:25 am
The Indian Ministry of Defence has signed a contract with Rosoboronexport (RoE), Russian Federation worth $ 248 million for procurement of 1000 HP Engines for T-72 Tanks in fully formed, completely knocked down and semi knocked down conditions, officials said on Saturday.
Mar 08, 2025, at 12:07 am
New Delhi/IBNS: Amid increasing tensions between China and the United States, particularly after the Donald Trump administration doubled tariffs on Chinese imports to 20 percent, China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi Friday called on New Delhi and Beijing to work together and "take the lead in opposing hegemonism and power politics".
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri holds talks with his Russian counterpart in Moscow
Mar 07, 2025, at 11:05 pm
Moscow/IBNS: Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri Friday held talks with his Russian counterpart Andrey Rudenko, discussing various aspects of bilateral cooperation.
India, EU discuss to strengthen cooperation in quantum computing, responsible AI
Mar 01, 2025, at 10:14 am
Indian and European Union officials met in New Delhi recently when they explored future opportunities in areas such as quantum computing, bioeconomy, green hydrogen, blue economy, EV and battery technology, high-performance computing, and responsible AI.
Indian Minister discusses defence bonds, Indo-Pacific with European Commission official
Feb 28, 2025, at 07:06 pm
Indian Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth on Friday met Commissioner for Defence and Space, European Commission Andrius Kubilius in New Delhi when they discussed the India-European Union bilateral defence and security cooperation with a focus on maritime engagements and information sharing in the Indo-Pacific.
India, Israel explore ways to strengthen cooperation in agriculture, allied sectors
Feb 28, 2025, at 05:51 pm
Israel Ambassador to India Reuven Azar called on Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Secretary Dr. Devesh Chaturvedi at Krishi Bhawan in New Delhi on Friday when they discussed exploring opportunities for strengthening cooperation in agriculture and allied sectors.
Pakistan is a failed state that survives on international handouts: India at UNHRC
Feb 27, 2025, at 10:57 am
New Delhi/IBNS: India on Thursday called Pakistan a "failed state" which "survives on international handouts" in a scathing attack on its hostile neighbour amid the decades-old cross-border tension.
India hosting Capacity Building Programme with UN Office for Disarmament
Feb 26, 2025, at 07:03 pm
The Government of India, in partnership with the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA), is organizing the first-ever Capacity Building Programme of its kind on the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1540 and Strategic Trade Controls for Asia-Pacific Countries at National Academy of Customs, Indirect Taxes and Narcotics, Palasamudram from 25-27 February 2025.
India, Japan military personnel participate in joint military exercise
Feb 26, 2025, at 06:28 pm
The sixth edition of the India-Japan joint military exercise, Dharma Guardian, is currently ongoing at the East Fuji Training Area in Japan.
'Myanmar situation has paused India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral highway project': S Jaishankar
Feb 26, 2025, at 12:51 am
New Delhi/IBNS: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar Tuesday said the work on the India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral (IMTT) Highway has been stopped owing to the internal strife in Myanmar.
Washington Post says Trump’s claim of $21 million US funding for India’s voter turnout is false
Feb 23, 2025, at 12:16 am
The Washington Post has refuted former US President Donald Trump’s claim that $21 million was provided to India for "voter turnout," stating that no such program exists, reported India Today.
S Jaishankar, Wang Yi review developments in bilateral bond between India-China
Feb 22, 2025, at 05:16 pm
Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar recently met his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi on the sidelines of the G20 foreign ministers’ meeting in Johannesburg when they reviewed developments in a bilateral relationship since their last meeting in November.
Dharma Guardian: Indian Army contingent departs for Japan to participate in exercise
Feb 22, 2025, at 12:42 pm
The Indian Army contingent departed for the 6th edition of India- Japan Joint Military Exercise Dharma Guardian on Saturday.
G20: S Jaishankar discusses Indo-Pacific while meeting Australian, French counterparts
Feb 22, 2025, at 10:12 am
Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar attended a trilateral meeting with his Australian and French counterparts, Penny Wong and Jean-Noel Barrot on the sidelines G20 Foreign Ministers Meeting in Johannesburg when they discussed issues related to the Indo-Pacific region.
Feb 21, 2025, at 06:38 pm
Union Minister Piyush Goyal stated that India and Japan share a globally recognized strategic partnership rooted in brotherhood, democracy, culture, and economic cooperation.
India, UK ink collaboration in telecom, AI, space technology
Feb 21, 2025, at 04:31 pm
Indian Telecom Secretary Neeraj Mittal visited the United Kingdom to engage with its Department of Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) and explore opportunities for collaboration in next-generation telecommunications, artificial intelligence, and space technology.
Johannesburg meeting: S Jaishankar, Sergey Lavrov discuss bilateral ties, Ukraine
Feb 21, 2025, at 03:25 pm
Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday met Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in the South African city of Johannesburg when they discussed the ongoing Ukraine conflict.
Panama shelters nearly 300 deportees from US including Indians
Feb 20, 2025, at 12:12 am
In a sensitive situation, Panama has currently sheltered nearly 300 individuals from various countries, including Iran, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Afghanistan, and China, who were deported from the United States under the orders of President Donald Trump, media reports said.
Narendra Modi describes Rishi Sunak as a 'great friend' of India
Feb 19, 2025, at 12:13 am
Indian PM Narendra Modi described his former British counterpart Rishi Sunak as a 'great friend' of India during their meeting in New Delhi on Tuesday.
India showcased as 'Theme Country' at New Year Celebration of APCC in USA
Feb 18, 2025, at 04:37 pm
India was showcased as the 'Theme Country' at the 27th New Year Celebration of Asia Pacific Cultural Center (APCC) at Tacoma Dome in US city of Washington.
Thani visiting New Delhi: India, Qatar decide to elevate bond to 'Strategic Partnership' level
Feb 18, 2025, at 02:51 pm
Indian PM Narendra Modi and visiting Qatar Amir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani held bilateral talks in New Delhi on Tuesday when they decided to elevate the relationship between the two nations to the Strategic Partnership level.
Feb 18, 2025, at 02:01 pm
Indian Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said that India-Qatar future partnership will rest on the pillars of sustainability, technology and entrepreneurship and energy.
Not party's view: Congress distances itself from Sam Pitroda's 'China is not India's enemy' remark
Feb 18, 2025, at 11:09 am
New Delhi/IBNS: The Congress has distanced itself from its leader Sam Pitroda's controversial remark where he claimed China was not India's enemy inviting criticisms from the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
Indian Army to participate in sixth edition of joint military exercise with Japan
Feb 17, 2025, at 06:29 pm
The Indian Army will participate in the sixth edition of the joint military exercise Dharma Guardian with Japan at Mount Fuji from February 25 to March 9.