Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday engaged in a series of high-level discussions with counterparts from the United States, Japan, and the Philippines during the 11th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) held in Vientiane, Laos. Singh met with US Secretary of Defence Lloyd J. Austin to review progress in the India-US defence partnership. Their […]
The first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series between India and Australia at Perth’s Optus Stadium is shaping up to be one of the most eagerly anticipated matches, not only due to the competitive spirit of the two teams and the history of the series but also because of the unique circumstances surrounding it. Australia, […]
Russia will retaliate against NATO countries that facilitate long-range missile strikes against Russian territory by Ukraine, foreign intelligence chief Sergei Naryshkin said in an interview published on Wednesday. Naryshkin said changes announced by President Vladimir Putin to Russia’s nuclear doctrine meant it was in effect impossible to defeat Russia on the battlefield. “Our enemies are […]
In a discussion organized by the Center for Diplomacy and Development, Kathmandu, in collaboration with the Japan Foundation, New Delhi, Nepali intellectuals and guests from India and Bangladesh deliberated on the growing emphasis on a Free and Open Indo-Pacific and its impact on strengthening Japan’s ties with South Asia. The discussions highlighted Japan’s increasing collaboration […]
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on his journey to Guyana from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, marking the final leg of his significant three-nation tour. This visit makes him the first Indian Prime Minister to visit Guyana in 56 years. The prime minister will co-chair the second India-CARICOM Summit alongside the Prime Minister of Grenada, […]
Leaders from the G20 Troika, comprising India, Brazil, and South Africa, announced a joint declaration on Tuesday to leverage digital public infrastructure (DPI), artificial intelligence (AI), and data-driven governance to reduce inequality and promote sustainable development. The declaration emphasizes the transformative power of technology in bridging the global inequality gap and accelerating progress toward the […]
Delhi’s air remained hazardous on Wednesday, with a slight improvement in air quality bringing little respite to residents as cases of respiratory distress continued to rise across the national capital. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) recorded an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 424 at 9 a.m., classified as ‘severe.’ This follows two consecutive […]
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership and vision have been recognised on the global stage through numerous prestigious awards. On Wednesday, Guyana announced that it will present the “Order of Excellence” to PM Modi, bringing the total number of international awards conferred upon him to 19. Over the past decade, PM Modi has received the highest […]
India will work towards efforts to boost global health, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday while pledging his support to World Health Organisation chief Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, who he addresses as ‘Tulsi Bhai’. He said this in response to Ghebreyesus’ post on X, thanking PM Modi and others for their support and contributions […]
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will meet his Chinese counterpart, General Li Shangfu, on Wednesday in Vientiane, Laos. The two will meet on the sidelines of the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting Plus (ADMM-Plus). This will be their first meeting after the disengagement at the Line of Actual Control (LAC). The last meeting between Defence Minister Rajnath […]
