New Delhi: The Ministry of Power has approved the export of electricity to Nepal for 18 hours a day from September 13 to December 31, 2026, to help the neighbouring country meet its power requirements following recent floods. Under the approval, India will supply up to 600 MW through the Muzaffarpur–Dhalkebar 400 kV double-circuit transmission Read More…
Pune: Former Army chief General Manoj Naravane on Thursday said China is likely to remain India’s main long-term competitor across multiple domains, while the threat of terrorism has largely driven New Delhi’s focus on Pakistan.Speaking on India’s security challenges from its neighbours, Naravane said Pakistan and China belong to different strategic categories, despite India having Read More…
NEW DELHI: India and Japan on Thursday agreed to deepen cooperation to strengthen energy resilience amid evolving global geopolitical challenges. The joint statement was issued following talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in New Delhi. The two countries agreed to collaborate on strategic petroleum reserves, energy transportation, market stability, Read More…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reaffirmed their commitment to deepening the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership during the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit held in New Delhi. The two leaders agreed to expand cooperation in three key areas—defence and security, economic partnership, and people-to-people exchanges—to promote shared growth, Read More…
India and France have launched the India-France Innovation Roadmap 2030, a comprehensive framework aimed at expanding cooperation in key sectors including artificial intelligence, advanced technology, scientific research, education, healthcare, and space. The initiative builds on the growing strategic partnership between the two countries and seeks to promote innovation-driven growth, technological advancement, and stronger people-to-people ties. Read More…
India and Egypt held the 11th Joint Defence Committee (JDC) meeting in Cairo from April 20 to 22, 2026, focusing on strengthening bilateral defence cooperation.The Indian delegation was led by Amitabh Prasad, Joint Secretary (International Cooperation), along with senior officials from the Ministry of Defence and the armed forces. The Egyptian side was represented by Read More…
Pakistan has been ranked as the most polluted country in the world, according to the latest World Air Quality Report. The report, released by IQAir, places Bangladesh in second position and Tajikistan third. India is ranked sixth in the list. The 2025 report analysed air quality data from 9,446 cities across 143 countries, regions, and Read More…
Oil supply to India has been affected after Iran blocked more oil tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz, a major route for global energy transport. S. Jaishankar, India’s External Affairs Minister, said that talks are ongoing to ensure the safe movement of oil tankers to the country. Officials confirmed that one LPG tanker and Read More…
Former Rajasthan CM says episode raises serious concerns about the Union government’s functioning Jaipur: Ashok Gehlot, former Chief Minister of Rajasthan, on Saturday questioned the Union government over the detention of activist Sonam Wangchuk, stating that the entire episode raises serious concerns about the functioning of the Centre. While welcoming Wangchuk’s release, Gehlot said the Read More…
Residents urged to keep a safe distance and report sightings through emergency hotline 999 Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s disaster management authority has warned residents not to approach, touch, or photograph any debris from missiles or drones that may fall to the ground following air defense interceptions. The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) Read More…