diplomatic relations

The Indian Embassy in the UAE has expressed its condolences over the tragic death of an Indian national in Abu Dhabi yesterday. In a social media post, the Embassy stated that the death reportedly occurred due to falling debris in an unfortunate incident. The embassy added that it is working...

Seoul, March 26 North Korean leader Kim Jong-un welcomed Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko in Pyongyang, as the Belarusian leader made his first official visit to the North, according to North Korean state media on Thursday.A ceremony to welcome Lukashenko took place at Kim Il Sung...

New Delhi, March 25 – Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (CISC) Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit met with Kazakhstan's Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Zhazykbayev Shaikh-Khassan, in New Delhi on Wednesday. The discussions focused on strengthening defence cooperation and exploring new ways to...

Seoul, March 24 – South Korean President Lee Jae Myung spoke by phone with New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on Tuesday, and they discussed the current situation in the Middle East, Cheong Wa Dae said.The two leaders discussed the impact of the ongoing US-Israeli war against Iran on...

Washington, March 23 – Oil prices fell, and markets rallied after President Donald Trump postponed strikes on Iran, a development closely watched in India for its economic impact.Trump, in a Truth Social post, said that the United States would hold off on attacks on Iranian energy...

According to a report, Pakistan has remained silent despite Saudi Arabia facing repeated attacks from Iran, targeting key installations, including energy infrastructure, even though Islamabad has a "Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement (SMDA)" with Riyadh.Despite receiving financial and...

Beijing, March 21 Over 100 people, including members of the diplomatic corps and friends of India, watched a special screening of a popular Hindi film showcasing its ability to build bridges at the Culture Centre of the Indian Consulate in Shanghai."Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara," directed by Zoya...

Today, the government reassured that all refineries are operating at full capacity with adequate crude oil inventory. Domestic LPG production remains stable, and sufficient stock is available. Addressing an inter-ministerial briefing on recent developments in West Asia held in New Delhi today...

Washington, March 20— Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi told US President Donald Trump at the White House that she believed “only you, Donald, can achieve peace across the world,” offering strong public backing as the two leaders discussed Iran, energy security, and turmoil in the Middle...

Washington, March 18 – The United States is intensifying coordination with allies in Europe and the Gulf as it moves to secure maritime routes and reopen key shipping lanes, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said on Wednesday.Responding to questions on maritime security and efforts...

New Delhi, March 18 – The conflict between Afghanistan and Pakistan is evolving into a regional destabilizer, posing a serious threat to the South Asian region with far-reaching consequences for security, trade, and the economy, further exacerbating the existing humanitarian crisis.The war has...

Washington, March 18 – President Donald Trump celebrated the deep-rooted US-Ireland ties at the White House, hosting Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin for the annual Shamrock ceremony, during which the two leaders highlighted their shared history, heritage, and partnership.“It’s truly wonderful...

March 16, Dhaka — The ongoing conflict in West Asia has significantly disrupted air travel between Bangladesh and the Gulf region, leaving thousands of migrant workers stranded and raising concerns about preparedness to handle the crisis.Officials at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport said...

Ottawa/New Delhi, March 13 As Canada recalibrates its diplomacy in Asia, India is emerging as the country with which Ottawa seeks to build a long-term strategic partnership.Amid efforts to reset the India-Canada relationship, the phrase “building a new normal” reflects the situation more...

Bengaluru, March 13: Union Minister for Food, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs Pralhad Joshi said on Friday that there is no shortage of petrol, diesel, or cooking gas in the country and accused the Congress-led Karnataka government of misleading the public by spreading confusion about...

Iran's Ambassador to India, Mohammad Fathali, stated today that India could soon secure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Speaking to the media in New Delhi, Ambassador Fathali said that India is a friend to Iran. Regarding whether Iran would allow Indian ships to pass, Mr. Fathali...

Islamabad, March 11 Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif left for a brief official visit to Saudi Arabia on Thursday, as Pakistan's role came under scrutiny due to its defense agreement with the kingdom.The two countries signed a mutual defense pact in September last year, committing to defend each...

Thrissur (Kerala), March 12 Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Suresh Gopi, said on Thursday that efforts are underway to control the LPG crisis, and that opportunities are opening for India to secure additional supplies.Speaking to reporters here, he said Union Minister...

March 11, New Delhi – The war between the United States, Israel, and Iran has entered its 12th day, with U.S. and Israeli forces carrying out what officials described as the most intense strikes yet on Iranian targets.Fresh Israeli attacks targeted Beirut's southern suburbs and southern...

Singapore, March 10 The Indian High Commission in Singapore is joining the International Women's Day observance by screening "Raazi," starring Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal, on March 15 as part of an extended annual Indian Film Festival.Additional screenings of Mani Ratnam's "Roja" and...