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India-US bilateral trade pact likely by year-end: NITI Aayog's Arvind Virmani
New Delhi, March 28: Bilateral trade between India and the US is likely to be signed by the end of the year, said Arvind Virmani, Member Niti Aayog, while releasing the government think tank's 'Trade Watch July -September 12 FY25' report.
Putin cites North Korea among Russia's potential partners to settle Ukraine war: Report
Seoul, March 28: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday listed North Korea as one of the partner countries he is willing to work with to settle its war in Ukraine, according to a Russian report.
Navigating complex geo-political landscape, India and Russia explore new frontiers of cooperation: EAM Jaishankar
Moscow, March 27: India-Russia relationship continues to expand and deepen in the backdrop of a dynamic world order, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar stated on Thursday at the international conference 'Russia and India: Towards a New Bilateral Agenda' hosted by Russian International Affairs Council in coordination with the Indian Embassy in Moscow.
We share Indian foreign policy's concept 'the whole world is a family', says Russian FM
Moscow, March 27: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov while speaking at the conference on "Russia and India: Towards a New Agenda for Bilateral Relations" said that it was symbolic of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit Russia. The conference is jointly hosted by the Embassy of India in Russia and the Russian International Affairs Council (RIAC).
Putin to visit India, 'one of the great powers of our time', soon: Lavrov
Moscow, Nov 27: Citing that the political dialogue between India and Russia is "developing dynamically" and is facilitated by the fact that Moscow and New Delhi "have close or even coinciding views on the objectively emerging multipolar world order", Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has said that preparations are being made for Russian President Vladimir Putin's upcoming visit to India.
TV BRICS launches educational television project on learning Russian language in BRICS+ nations
Moscow, March 26: TV BRICS has launched a new educational television project aimed at learning Russian as a foreign language and popularising Russian culture abroad. The series of programmes, "Russian Lessons with Tanya Semke," is aimed at showcasing them in BRICS+ countries.
10th BRICS Policy Planning Dialogue concludes in Brasilia, focusing on global challenges, bloc expansion
New Delhi, March 26: The 10th BRICS Policy Planning Dialogue concluded on Tuesday, in Brasilia, convening policy planners from the Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, along with senior representatives from the newly expanded BRICS membership, covering pressing global geopolitical issues and regional developments, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated in a press release.
Russia developing privileged strategic partnership with India; expanding ties with major global states: Lavrov
Moscow, March 25: Russia is actively expanding ties with the majority of global states, including India with whom Moscow is developing a "privileged strategic partnership," the country's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said
'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas' applies equally to foreign policy: EAM Jaishankar
New Delhi, March 23: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the Business Today Vucanomics 2025 on the subject 'Diplomacy in the Age of Disruptions'.
Sber500 invites applications for new startup accelerator programme
Moscow, March 20: Sber500, the international startup seed accelerator, on Thursday invited applications for new technology startups from different countries.
Putin calls on Russian businesses to engage in BRICS projects
Moscow, March 20: Russian President Vladimir Putin has called on Russian businesses to actively participate in projects within the BRICS framework, emphasising the economic potential of the alliance, TV BRICS reported.
China's rise hampers India's effort to be leader of Global South: Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi
New Delhi, March 16: Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi on Sunday said the rise of China as a dominant economic and strategic force hampers India's effort to be the natural leader for the Global South.
Slowly but surely, trust, enthusiasm, and energy will return: PM Modi on relations with China
New Delhi, March 16: Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed optimism about India's relationship with China, emphasizing the importance of learning from each other and understanding one another.
Need to prioritise dialogue over discord: PM Modi on India-China standoff
New Delhi, March 16: Describing the 21st century as the "Century of Asia," Prime Minister Narendra Modi has laid his emphasis on the pivotal role the continent will play in shaping global progress.
India-Russia relation has become tradition, PM Modi and Putin are very big friends: Indian-origin Russian lawmaker
New Delhi, March 14: Indian-origin Russian Deputat (akin to an MLA in India) Abhay Kumar Singh said on Thursday that India-Russia ties have evolved beyond a mere relationship and have become a tradition. He described Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin as "very big friends."
European countries join international information exchange via TV BRICS
Moscow, 12 March: European countries are strengthening media cooperation with BRICS+ nations through the TV BRICS International Media Network. Sweden's NewsVoice portal is the latest to join the international information exchange.
Armenia seeks BRICS observer status, eyes expanding cooperation with India
Yerevan, 12 March: Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan has expressed Armenia's interest in obtaining observer status in the BRICS group, TV BRICS reported.
Troop disengagement issue resolved, India discussing putting ties on stable, positive course with China: EAM Jaishankar
London, March 6: Having resolved the urgent issues of troop disengagement along the border, India is discussing with China steps to put the relationship on a more predictable and positive course, according to External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar.
EAM Jaishankar discusses Indian foreign policy, regional dynamics in UK
London, March 6: In an exclusive event hosted by Chatham House in collaboration with the High Commission of India, UK, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar participated in an insightful discussion with Bronwen Maddox, Director and Chief Executive of Chatham House. The conversation addressed India's evolving foreign policy, regional dynamics, and global economic challenges.
In Kashmir, we have done a good job ..., says EAM Jaishankar
London, March 6: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke on Wednesday about Kashmir and the steps taken by the Indian government, such as removing Article 370, restoring growth and economic activity and holding elections which saw high turnout. He also spoke about the views of BRICS member countries regarding the use of dollar in the international economy.
BRICS CCI WE Summit 2025 calls for collaborative global platforms to enable women to become equal stakeholders in progress
New Delhi, March 5: BRICS CCI WE, the Women Empowerment Vertical of the BRICS Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BRICS CCI) hosted the fifth edition of the BRICS CCI WE Annual Women's Summit & Felicitations 2025, celebrating the spirit of women-led development.
At BRICS women's summit, Smriti Irani greets women for being on a path of emancipation
New Delhi, March 4: Extending her greetings for the upcoming International Women's Day, Bharatiya Janata Party leader and former Union Minister Smriti Irani on Tuesday expressed her happiness for women being on the "path of emancipation," while also thanking men who contribute to women's empowerment.
Kremlin says trade wars negatively affect all countries
Moscow, Feb 27: Russia opposes trade wars in the world as they negatively affect all countries, local media reported Thursday, citing Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov.
Special Secy highlights need for BRICS to be future-ready organisation
New Delhi, February 26: Special Secretary (ER&DPA) and India's Alternate Sherpa for BRICS, P Kumaran, addressed the 1st BRICS Sherpas Meeting at Brasilia, Brazil. During his address, Kumaran emphasized the importance of BRICS being a "future-ready" organization in line with the vision outlined by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
TV BRICS presents documentary film about young composers in Russia, premiere to be held soon
Moscow, February 24: TV BRICS International Media Network has presented a new documentary film titled "Partitura. Young Music of Russia." According to TV BRICS, the project is "aimed at popularising internationally the achievements of Russian musical culture and raising the prestige of the composer's profession."
Trump said he would impose reciprocal tariffs but PM just kept smiling: Congress' Pawan Khera
New Delhi, February 21: Congress leader Pawan Khera on Friday asked why Prime Minister Narendra Modi did not take action against the decision of US President Donald Trump to impose reciprocal tariffs in the country and end BRICS. He also questioned the Prime Minister's silence on the US 'imposing' on India their F-35 fighter jets, which the Congress leader said had been dubbed as 'junk' by Elon Musk.
EAM Jaishankar meets counterparts from Russia and China during G20 meeting in Jo'burg
Johannesburg, Feb 20: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met several foreign ministers, including Sergei Lavrov (Russia), Wang Yi (China), Penny Wong (Australia), on the sidelines of the G2O Foreign Ministers Meeting in Johannesburg on Thursday.
BRICS is dead: Donald Trump reiterates 100 pc tariff threat on BRICS nations
Washington, DC, February 14: US President Donald Trump has said that BRICS was created for a bad purpose and most people don't want it. He said that BRICS is dead and reiterated his threat to BRICS nations, saying he would impose a 100 per cent tariff on the bloc if they try to replace the US dollar with any other currency.
Trump launches attack on BRICS; threatens 100 pc tariff if it launched currency
New York, Feb 14: US President Donald Trump has launched a scathing attack on BRICS, saying it would be "dead" if it launched a rival currency, even though the proposal has been shot down by India.
Iran-India share long-standing friendship, says Ambassador Iraj Elahi
New Delhi, February 11: Iranian Ambassador to India, Iraj Elahi, at the 46th Anniversary of the Victory of the Islamic Revolution (National Day of the Islamic Republic of Iran), stated that India and Iran share a long-standing friendship, with the Persian language serving as a key cultural link.
SCO Chief pushes for national currency trade, no common payment system yet
New Delhi, Feburary 6: Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Secretary-General Nurlan Yermekbayev on Thursday ruled out immediate plans for a common payment system within the bloc but stressed efforts to boost national currency transactions in trade.
Union Minister Hardeep Puri holds talks with Russian Energy Minister Sergei Tysvilev on strengthening cooperation
New Delhi, February 5: Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, held talks with Sergei Tysvilev, the Minister of Energy of Russia, on Tuesday.
Russian parliamentary delegation calls on Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla
New Delhi, February 4: A Russian Parliamentary delegation led by Vyacheslav Volodin, Chairman of the State Duma of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation, paid a visit to the Parliament House on Monday, as per the Lok Sabha Secretariat.
Rupee hits record low of 87.29 against USD as currencies globally tumble after Trump Tariffs
Mumbai, February 3: Indian rupee fell to a record low of 87.29 per dollar on Monday, weighed down by concerns over trade tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump and global market uncertainties.
Brazil President Lula warns of retaliation after Trump's tariff threat on BRICS nations
Brasilia, January 31: Hours after US Presiden Donald Trump warned BRICS nations including Brazil of tariffs if they go with a separate currency, Brazilian President Lula da Silva affirmed that if Washington does take any such action, Brasilia will respond in kind, Al Jazeera reported.
Trump's threat seems empty as no serious proposal for BRICS to come up with alternative currency: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor
New Delhi, January 31: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor said that US President Donald Trump's threats to impose tariffs on BRICS nations "seem empty" as there is no plan to introduce an alternative currency to the US dollar.
Indian markets open flat amid Trump's tariff threat to BRICS nations
New Delhi, January 31: Indian stock markets opened flat in the green on Friday as concerns over potential U.S. tariffs on BRICS nations kept investors cautious.
Replace USD, face 100% tariffs, Donald Trump once again holds out threat to BRICS nations
Washington, DC, January 31: US President Donald Trump ihas once again held out the threat of tariffs to BRICS nations if they try to replace the US Dollar with any other currency. In a post on Truth Social, Trump wrote:
De-dollarisation: President Trump threatens BRICS with 100 pc tariffs
New Delhi, Jan 31: Expressing his stance against de-dollarisation vehemently on Friday, Donald Trump warned BRICS nations and threatened them with 100 per cent tariffs on their exports if they try to replace the US dollar as the main currency in global trade.
Russia honours winners of BRICS, SCO Young Leaders Award in Kazan
Kazan, January 28: The BRICS and SCO Young Leaders Award in Kazan received an overwhelming response, with over 400 applications from 13 countries, TV BRICS reported.