New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Karnataka showcased its growing strength in Artificial Intelligence and deep technology at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, with Minister for Electronics, IT, Biotechnology and Science and Technology Priyank Kharge presenting the state’s achievements before global industry leaders on Thursday.Addressing the media on the sidelines of the summit in New Delhi, Kharge said on Thursday, Karnataka continues to maintain a leading position in the Artificial Intelligence (AI) s…
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Washington, Feb 4 (IANS) Cyprus Foreign Affairs Minister Constantinos Kombos met External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar in Washington earlier on Wednesday, India time, congratulating him on the India-US trade deal and the recent Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union (EU). In a post shared on X, Kombos stated, “Washington D.C. Great seeing my dear friend Dr S Jaishankar while in D.C. I congratulated him on the US-India trade deal and on the EU-India FTA. Incredible…
Nicosia, Jan 26 (IANS) As India celebrates its 77th Republic Day on Monday, several world leaders extended wishes to New Delhi, highlighting strong partnership and cooperation with New Delhi. Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides extended his greetings to the people of India on Republic Day, noting that Cyprus values its enduring partnership, shared democratic values and strengthening partnership with India.Sharing his pictures with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Christodoulides stated on X, “Wa…
Washington, Jan 22 (IANS) A bipartisan US bill that places the Eastern Mediterranean at the centre of American foreign policy — with a clear India-linked connectivity focus — has cleared a key hurdle in Congress. The Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act passed the House Foreign Affairs Committee by a 45–2 vote. The strong margin sends the Bill to the next stage of consideration and keeps it on track for a possible vote by the full House.The legislation is led by Congressman Brad Schneider and b…
Brussels, Jan 18 (IANS) US President Donald Trump’s threat to impose new tariffs on eight European countries unless Denmark accept a deal over Greenland has drawn swift rebukes from Nordic capitals and major European leaders, fueled calls for an EU-level response, and cast fresh doubt over the implementation of last year’s EU-US tariff “truce.”In a social media post on Saturday, Trump said the United States would levy a 10-per cent tariff from February 1 on goods from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Fr…
Dhaka, Dec 9 (IANS) Thousands of Bangladeshi travellers are facing a troubling reality as authorities in several countries are denying entry at airports to even those holding valid visas and proper documentation. The situation has deteriorated since the July 2024 demonstrations in Bangladesh, as political unrest led foreign governments to view the country as a potential source of asylum seekers, resulting in more rigorous visa scrutiny, a report said on Friday.“The green Bangladeshi passport, …
New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi continued to receive several civilian honours from countries across the globe in 2025 which not only reflected recognition of his statesmanship and contributions to international relations but also India’s strengthened diplomatic relationships and New Delhi’s expanding influence. PM Modi had been conferred with 20 global honours till December 2024, a number which jumped to 29 at the end of 2025 as Oman Sultan of Oman Haitham bin Tarik conferr…