New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) Calling India’s push to diversify its energy and resource suppliers a ‘wise strategy,’ Argentina’s Ambassador to India, Mariano Agustin Caucino, said New Delhi had already been working in this direction even before recent global conflicts reshaped supply chains.Speaking to IANS here, Caucino said that India’s approach to reduce dependence on limited sources of energy and critical resources reflects long-term strategic thinking.“Even before the last evolutio…
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Washington, March 24 (IANS) India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke over the phone on Monday about the West Asia crisis. They reviewed its impact on the global economy and energy supplies. Both agreed to continue working together. “Had a detailed telecon this evening with US @SecRubio,” Jaishankar said in a post on X. This was the first call between the two leaders after the war in Iran.He said the talks “focused on the West Asi…
New Delhi, March 9 (IANS) India’s relations with Germany and the European Union (EU) have strengthened from being based merely on trade ties to a strategic alignment encompassing economics, technology and shared interest in a stable Indo-Pacific, according to a new report“Recent high level visits and upgraded frameworks with Germany, France, Italy, Finland, and the EU leadership have consolidated Europe as India’s second strategic theatre after the Indo-Pacific’s core Quad network,” ac…
New Delhi, March 5 (IANS) Terming Finland as an “important partner” of India in the Nordic region, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday announced that the two nations are expanding cooperation in Arctic and polar research. While addressing a joint press meet with Finland President Alexander Stubb following their talks at Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Thursday, PM Modi stated that the two nations have also agreed to expand research cooperation in teacher training, school-to-school partnersh…
New Delhi, Feb 26 (IANS) Israeli Ambassador to India Reuven Azar on Thursday responded to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s speech at the Israeli Knesset, noting the immense enthusiasm among both members and the audience. He said the people were thrilled and highly enthusiastic to listen to PM Modi’s address, as he spoke from his heart about issues that deeply matter to both nations.Speaking to IANS, Reuven Azar said, “There was amazing excitement among the members of the Knesset, and also the au…
Tel Aviv, Feb 26 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that he accepts the Medal of the Knesset with utmost humility and gratitude. Israel’s Parliament, the Knesset, conferred the ‘Speaker of the Knesset Medal’ on PM Modi, making him the first-ever recipient of this prestigious award. Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana presented the medal to PM Modi immediately after his address to the lawmakers in Jerusalem. “This honour is not a tribute to an individual, but to the enduring …
Jerusalem, Feb 25 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi stands out as one of the few world leaders to have received the highest civilian honours from both Israel and the State of Palestine, reflecting India’s balanced and principled approach to West Asian diplomacy. In a landmark moment for India-Israel relations, Israel’s Parliament, the Knesset, on Wednesday conferred the ‘Speaker of the Knesset Medal’ on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, making him the first-ever recipient of this prestigious a…
Tel Aviv, Feb 25 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a rousing welcome from the Indian community in Israel as he arrived at his hotel in Tel Aviv, Wednesday afternoon. The spectacular engagement highlighted India’s cultural and spiritual heritage. PM Modi witnessed cultural performances and applauded the performing artists who welcomed him. Chants of ‘Modi Modi’, ‘Bharat Mata ki Jai’ and ‘Vande Mataram’ reverberated, underscoring the deep love for India and massive popularity enjoyed by…
Jerusalem, Feb 25 (IANS) Members of the Indian diaspora in Israel on Wednesday expressed excitement over Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit, describing it as a ‘very special day’ for them and a moment of pride for Indians worldwide.Speaking to IANS, several members of the Indian community shared their enthusiasm about the Prime Minister’s arrival and his meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.One member of the diaspora said, “I have been living in Israel for 12 years. In …
Jerusalem, Feb 25 (IANS) As Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on his two-day State visit to Israel on Wednesday, President Isaac Herzog stated that the people of Israel look forward to welcoming him. In a post on X, Herzog stated, “Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the State of Israel and the people of Israel look forward to welcoming you to Israel.”His statement came in response to PM Modi’s departure statement on X, where he mentioned that he is looking forward to his engagements with his Isra…