international relations

Washington, April 11 – US President Donald Trump said that US negotiators will discuss reopening the Strait of Hormuz with the Iranians in Pakistan on Saturday, asserting that the crucial global energy waterway will reopen soon and "automatically," with or without Iran's cooperation."It will...

New Delhi, April 10 The Congress urged the BJP-led Centre on Friday to consult with the opposition, and urgently recalibrate and adopt a unified national approach to restore India's historic role as a principled, proactive, and credible voice for peace.The opposition party welcomed the...

Islamabad, April 10 – US Vice President JD Vance arrived in Pakistan on Friday to participate in peace talks with Iran aimed at ending their conflict, even though there was no official announcement regarding the Iranian delegation's arrival in Islamabad, which is under heavy security.Prime...

Port Louis, April 10 India on Friday emphasized the need for a swift return to peace in West Asia, as External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar described the crisis as "deeply" concerning and underscored New Delhi's unwavering stance against the targeting of civilians, infrastructure, and global...

New Delhi, April 10 The Congress urged the BJP-led government on Friday to consult with the opposition, and urgently revise and adopt a unified national approach to restore India's historic role as a principled, proactive, and credible voice for peace.The opposition party welcomed the...

Jerusalem, April 10 – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the removal of Spain's representatives from a coordination center in Kiryat Gat on Friday, warning that countries that intend to "wage a political war" against Israel will "pay an immediate price."In a statement issued on...

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri has held productive discussions with senior White House officials in Washington, DC. The Indian Embassy in Washington, DC, stated in a social media post that Mr. Misri met with the leadership of the National Security Council. He also discussed issues of mutual...

Islamabad, April 10 US Vice President JD Vance arrived in Pakistan on Friday to participate in peace talks with Iran to end their war, even though there was no official word about the arrival of the Iranian delegation in Islamabad, which is under high security.Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif...

Seoul, April 10 – North Korean leader Kim Jong-un reaffirmed his commitment to enhancing high-level exchanges and strategic communication with China on Friday, as he met with Beijing's top diplomat, the Chinese Foreign Ministry said.Kim made the remarks during his meeting in Pyongyang with...

April 10, New Delhi: Pakistan is facing immense pressure to facilitate a peace deal between Iran and the United States, aiming to stabilize the global economy while ensuring the safety of delegates.US Vice President JD Vance is scheduled to hold talks with Iran in Pakistan on Saturday. Special...

April 10, New Delhi: Chinese leader Xi Jinping welcomed the leader of Taiwan's main opposition party for a rare meeting in Beijing.Chairwoman of Taiwan's largest opposition party, Cheng Li-wun, is in China on what she has described as a peace mission to reduce tensions at a time when Beijing...

Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri stated today that Qatar has reaffirmed its commitment to remain a reliable energy supplier to India. Mr. Puri made this statement after holding discussions with the Qatari Minister of State for Energy Affairs and the President and CEO of...

Lahore, April 10 Over 2,200 Sikh pilgrims from India arrived in Pakistan's Punjab province on Friday through the Attari-Wagah border to participate in the Baisakhi festival and the 327th Khalsa Janam Din celebrations.Pakistan's Minority Minister Ramesh Singh Arora and Evacuee Trust Property...

April 10, New Delhi: Uncertainty has surrounded the planned talks between the United States and Iran in Pakistan, with no announcements yet regarding the arrival of negotiators. Both sides are accusing each other of failing to properly implement a fragile ceasefire.US President Donald Trump...

New Delhi, April 10 The concentration of institutional, legal, and commercial activity gives Delhi a natural advantage in becoming a center for arbitration and legal services, Lt Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu said on Friday.Addressing the International Conference on "Arbitration in the era of...

Port Louis, April 10 External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar met with his counterparts from Nepal and Bhutan on the sidelines of the 9th Indian Ocean Conference in Mauritius on Friday.Following his meeting with the Bhutanese counterpart, D N Dhungyel, EAM Jaishankar stated that the...

New York, April 10 The White House was “directly involved” in shaping a social media post by Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, in which he “earnestly” requested US President Donald Trump to extend the April 7 deadline for Iran by two weeks, according to a media report.The New York Times...

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar held a series of bilateral meetings with leaders from various countries on the sidelines of the 9th Indian Ocean Conference in Port Louis, Mauritius, today. Dr. Jaishankar met with Mauritius President, Dharambeer Gokhool. In a social media post, Dr...

Srinagar, April 10 – Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, the chief priest of Kashmir and Chairman of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference, on Friday, advocated for diplomacy in the Middle East peace process and called for a resolution based on justice.Addressing the Friday congregation at the historic Jama...

Srinagar, April 10 National Conference supremo Farooq Abdullah said on Friday that it is "unfortunate" that someone is demanding a Nobel Peace Prize for brokering peace between the US and Iran, asserting that the cause of humanity is much bigger.He was asked about the calls within Pakistan for...