Cape Town, April 19 (IANS) In recent weeks, India has sent 1,000 metric tonnes of rice to drought-stricken Malawi, 1,000 metric tonnes to Burkina Faso, and 500 metric tonnes plus relief supplies, including tents, hygiene kits, and medicines to Mozambique, but will its sole efforts solve the issue, an article in a South African news outlet asked.India’s shipments alone cannot reverse the food crisis in Africa, the South Africa-based Independent Online (IOL) said in a report.However, India’s ges…
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New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) The Indian women’s national team secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over Malawi in the third-place play-off of the FIFA Series 2026 at the Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi on Wednesday.Astam Oraon (18′), Aveka Singh (45+1′), and substitute Priyadharshini Selladurai (84′) were on target for the Blue Tigresses, while Khumalo Ireen (42′) and Henry Deborah (60′) scored for Malawi.India started brightly, enjoying early possession. Their attacking intent paid off in the 18t…
New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) The Indian senior women’s team reached Nairobi on Tuesday, ahead of the FIFA Series 2026 Kenya, scheduled for the April FIFA International Women’s Match Window. The Blue Tigresses will take on hosts Kenya in the semifinal on April 11 at 20:30 IST, while Australia and Malawi will play the other semifinal earlier on the same day at 16:30 IST.The semifinal winners and losers will clash in the final and the third-place play-off, respectively, on April 15. All matches will t…
New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) India has emerged as an important supplier of food aid to shortage-hit African countries like Mozambique, Malawi and Burkina Faso as part of New Delhi’s humanitarian outreach and commitment to the development of the Global South, the Ministry of External affairs said on Sunday. India has sent 1,000 metric tonnes of rice to drought-hit Malawi, another 1,000 metric tonnes to Burkina Faso, and 500 metric tonnes to flood-affected Mozambique, along with relief supplies.India…
New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) The Indian senior women’s team will participate in the FIFA Series 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya, during the April FIFA International Women’s Match Window.The Blue Tigresses will face hosts Kenya in the semifinal on April 11 at 20:30 IST, while Australia and Malawi will play the other semifinal earlier that day at 16:30 IST. The semifinal winners and losers will clash in the final and the third-place play-off, respectively, on April 15. Any match that ends in a draw will go s…
New Delhi, March 22 (IANS) The Bharat Electricity Summit’s (BES) maiden edition concluded successfully on Sunday with India reaffirming its commitment to building a future-ready, technology-driven, and investment-friendly energy ecosystem, while supporting the energy needs of both the nation and the Global South.The Indian Carbon Market Portal was also launched, with trading expected to begin shortly, marking a major step in climate finance.The outcomes of the summit will contribute significantl…
New Delhi, March 9 (IANS) India has dispatched a humanitarian consignment of 1,000 metric tons of rice to Malawi following the drought caused by the El Nino effect, reiterating New Delhi’s continued commitment to supporting partners in the Global South and advancing the spirit of South-South cooperation. “India–Malawi partnership for food security. To support Malawi’s efforts towards food security following the drought caused by the El Niño effect, India has dispatched a humanitarian consig…
Blantyre, Jan 29 (IANS) Health authorities have expressed concern over the growing prevalence of cholera in Malawi, with at least three deaths and more than 50 confirmed cases recorded since October 2025. Minister of Health and Sanitation Madalitso Baloyi voiced concern on Wednesday during a sensitisation meeting with the authorities of the commercial city of Blantyre, which is leading in the number of cases, Xinhua News Agency reported.According to the minister, Blantyre has the highest prevale…
New Delhi, Jan 17 (IANS) India’s relationship with Africa is entering a new phase as New Delhi strengthens partnerships with African nations to secure rare earth elements that are crucial for modern technology, green energy and defence industries. These partnerships are being shaped as mutually beneficial arrangements, marking a clear shift from older trade models that were often seen as exploitative, as per The Citizen report.Rare earth elements are essential for electric vehicles, renewable …