External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Saturday discussed the deaths of three Indian mariners with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a phone conversation and conveyed India’s strong protest over the incident. Jaishankar, who is currently visiting Europe, said he reiterated India’s concerns regarding the US military strike on a merchant vessel in the Read More…
US President Donald Trump on Thursday announced that he has withdrawn recent threats of military strikes against Iran, just hours after warning of a possible escalation in tensions. In a post on social media, Trump said the decision was taken after discussions with the Islamic Republic of Iran reached the highest levels of the Iranian Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on the impressive victory of the Civil Contract Party in Armenia’s parliamentary elections. In a message shared on X, Modi said the renewed mandate reflected the enduring trust and confidence of the Armenian people in Pashinyan’s leadership and vision. The Prime Minister also Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed grief over the loss of lives and widespread destruction caused by the earthquake that struck Mindanao in the Philippines on Monday. In a message posted on social media, the Prime Minister conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and wished a speedy recovery to those injured in the Read More…
Pakistan on Thursday reiterated that it would continue to take necessary action against terrorists operating from Afghan territory while maintaining that a negotiated solution remains its preferred approach. Speaking at a weekly press briefing, Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said Pakistan has been a victim of terrorism for years, with thousands of civilians and security Read More…
American Airlines has announced the temporary suspension of several summer routes due to soaring jet fuel prices, which have increased airline operating costs amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran. The airline said it has adjusted services on select routes during August and September. Passengers affected by the changes will be offered alternative travel arrangements or Read More…
New Delhi: Lao PDR Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Thongsavan Phomvihane called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Wednesday during his first official visit to India. Welcoming the Lao leader, President Murmu highlighted the close civilisational ties between India and Lao PDR, rooted in Buddhism and the Ramayana, and noted that the Read More…
India and Australia on Monday reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring freedom of navigation, overflight and unimpeded maritime trade amid global supply chain disruptions and growing strategic challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. The issues were discussed during talks between Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles in New Delhi. Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held talks with Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing, reviewing the full spectrum of bilateral relations and exploring ways to strengthen cooperation in key sectors. Welcoming the Myanmar President on his first foreign visit since assuming office, Modi said India was honoured by his decision to choose India as Read More…
An experimental pill has shown encouraging results in patients with advanced pancreatic cancer, offering fresh hope for improved treatment of one of the world’s deadliest cancers. Researchers reported on Sunday that the drug, called daraxonrasib, helped patients live longer by targeting a genetic mutation responsible for driving tumour growth in the vast majority of pancreatic Read More…