New Delhi, June 14 (IANS) The Quad has once again demonstrated its resilience despite recurring speculation about its future, with a recent report arguing that “the Quad is likely to remain central to regional strategy, with India as a key partner” amid evolving geopolitical dynamics in the Indo-Pacific.According to report published by Modern Diplomacy, the recent Quad Foreign Ministers’ meeting in New Delhi underscored the grouping’s continued relevance and strategic importance, even as…
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New Delhi, June 10 (IANS) Slovakia’s Ambassador to India, Robert Maxian, has called for strengthening defence cooperation between both countries, urged the defence industries of the two nations to explore further possibilities. In an interview with IANS, Maxian hailed India’s ‘Make In India’ initiative and stated that New Delhi has become self-sufficient in several sectors. He invited Indian companies to participate in the IDEB Exhibition set to be held in Slovakia.When asked about the role Slov…
New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised the issue of Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi’s detention during talks with Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing at the Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Monday, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said. While addressing a special press briefing on President Hlaing’s visit to India on Monday, Misri stated that PM Modi spoke about the need for enduring peace in Myanmar and the need for inclusion and bringing all the stakeholders to the table.”Le…
Tegucigalpa, May 12 (IANS) Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita held a meeting with Honduras Secretary of Culture, Arts and Heritage Yasser Handal Carcamo on Tuesday, and discussed deepening people-to-people ties and enhancing cooperation in arts, yoga, wellness, cinema, and cultural exchanges. “Glad to meet H.E. Yasser Handal Carcamo, Secretary of State, Secretariat of Culture, Arts and Heritage of Honduras. Discussed deepening people-to-people ties and expanding coop…
New Delhi, May 7 (IANS) India on Thursday said that repatriation of illegal Bangladeshi nationals hinges on cooperation from Dhaka, noting that over 2860 cases of nationality verification remain pending with Bangladesh, several of them for more than five years. Addressing a weekly media briefing in New Delhi, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal called on Bangladeshi authorities to expedite the nationality verification process to enable the smooth repatriation of illegal immigrants from India.Respon…
New Delhi, April 27 (IANS) Leading business chamber Assocham on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the India-New Zealand Business Council (INZBC) to develop a structured plan of action to facilitate and formalise industry-led initiatives under the India–New Zealand FTA and to ensure that businesses on both sides can effectively leverage the opportunities arising from the agreement.Strengthening connectivity and human links will be central to unlocking the full potential of …
Colombo, April 19 (IANS) Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan met Sri Lanka’s Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa on Sunday, with discussions held on further deepening bilateral ties. “During the ongoing visit of Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan to Sri Lanka, Leader of Opposition Sajith Premadasa called on Vice President in Colombo. Both leaders discussed further strengthening India-Sri Lanka bilateral ties,” Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in a post on X…
New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) India and Bhutan on Wednesday signed the tariff protocol of Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project, and the Methodology for Reactive Energy Accounting of the Reactive Power Exchange to streamline bilateral power trade, according to the Ministry of Power.The two agreements were signed at a meeting between India’s Power Minister Manohar Lal and Bhutan’s Minister for Energy & Natural Resources Lyonpo Gem Tshering in Thimphu.The 1020 MW Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectri…
New Delhi, Feb 4 (IANS) The Rajya Sabha proceedings witnessed a sharp exchange on Wednesday when CPI(M) MP John Brittas moved a notice under Rule 267 to suspend the day’s scheduled business and immediately take up discussion on the recently announced India-US trade deal. Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan declined the request, stating that Rule 267, which permits suspension of the House’s agenda, would not be allowed without a demonstrated emergency.The development came amid ongoing opposition criticis…
Washington, Feb 2 (IANS) Leading US-India business groups welcomed India’s Union Budget 2026–27, saying it reinforces growth, fiscal discipline, and India’s role as a key economic partner for the United States during global uncertainty.US-India Business Council (USIBC) and the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) said the budget underscored India’s commitment to economic growth, resilience, and global competitiveness, while strengthening the foundations for deeper bilateral comm…