‘Strain Entirely of Yunus’ Making’: Sheikh Hasina Blames Interim Government for Deteriorating India–Bangladesh Ties
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has blamed the country’s interim government, led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, for the sharp decline in relations with India. She accused the administration of enabling extremist groups, issuing hostile statements against New Delhi, and failing to protect religious minorities during a period of growing violence and instability. Hasina’s […]
‘Age-Old Civilisational Ties’: PM Modi Begins Three-Nation Tour of Jordan, Ethiopia and Oman
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday embarked on a three-nation visit to Jordan, Ethiopia and Oman, aimed at deepening India’s diplomatic, economic and people-to-people ties across West Asia and Africa. Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed from New Delhi on Monday on a significant diplomatic tour covering Jordan, Ethiopia and Oman, a visit the government has […]
India Refutes Trump’s Claim That PM Modi Promised to End Russian Oil Imports
India on Tuesday firmly rejected U.S. President Donald Trump’s claim that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had assured him that India would stop purchasing oil from Russia, reiterating that New Delhi’s energy policy is driven solely by domestic consumer interests and supply stability, not foreign pressure. In a statement, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir […]
PM Modi Welcomes Gaza Peace Deal, Backs Trump’s Efforts; Praises Netanyahu’s Resolve
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday welcomed the historic Gaza peace deal and the release of all hostages held in captivity for over two years, calling it a symbol of courage, resilience, and the power of global diplomacy. In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter), PM Modi said, “We welcome the release of all […]
PM Modi Welcomes Trump’s Leadership as Gaza Peace Plan Shows ‘Decisive Progress’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has welcomed U.S. President Donald Trump’s renewed leadership in pushing for peace in Gaza, calling the latest developments a “decisive step” toward restoring stability in the war-torn region. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), PM Modi noted the “positive indications” of the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas, describing […]
PM Modi to Visit China for SCO Summit After 7 Years, Meets Xi Amid Signs of Thaw
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to China on August 31 for the annual Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, marking his first visit to the country in more than seven years. The trip comes after a prolonged chill in bilateral relations following the Galwan Valley clashes of June 2020. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) […]
India Won’t Take First Step to Normalise Ties, Onus on Pakistan: Shashi Tharoor
Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Tuesday said India will no longer take the initiative to normalise relations with Pakistan, stressing that the responsibility now lies with Islamabad to prove its sincerity by dismantling terror networks on its soil. Tharoor was speaking at the launch of the book “Whither India-Pakistan Relations Today?”, an anthology edited […]
Landmark Trade Pact: India, UK Set to Sign Free Trade Agreement
PM Modi in London for Two-Day Visit; Maldives Trip to Follow India and the United Kingdom are set to sign a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA) during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day visit to London. It is to strengthen economic and strategic ties. The agreement, finalised after years of negotiations, promises to eliminate tariffs on […]
India Refuses to Sign SCO Defence Document Over Omission of Terrorism Reference: Jaishankar, Rajnath Slam Double Standards
India has refused to sign the joint statement at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers’ meeting in Qingdao, China. The reason is due to the deliberate exclusion of any reference to terrorism—a red line for New Delhi. External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar clarified India’s stand, citing SCO’s founding mission: “When the main purpose […]
Tharoor Praises PM Modi’s Global Engagement, Lauds Unity After Operation Sindoor
📍 New Delhi | In a remark that could stir internal debate within the Congress, senior party MP Shashi Tharoor has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s global leadership, calling his energy, dynamism, and willingness to engage a “prime asset” for India on the international stage. Tharoor’s comments come at a time when the Congress party […]