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Experts flag decline in US soft power under Trump, warn of global implications at Carnegie Summit
New Delhi, April 12: Amid the tariff announcements and how US President Donald Trump's administration is handling the major global affairs, experts discuss damage to the US soft power over certain regions and its implications for global security and alliances.
Jaishankar highlights interplay between trade and tech at 9th Global Tech Summit
New Delhi, April 11: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke on Friday at the 9th Carnegie Global Tech Summit about the global changes underway, their tech consequences, and many possibilities.
Geared up for a high degree of urgency, Jaishankar on US
New Delhi, April 11: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday said that India is prepared for a high degree of urgency in reaching a trade deal with regards to the United States, a country which he said has fundamentally changed its approach to engaging with the world and it has consequences across every domain.
US has fundamentally changed its approach to engaging the world, EAM Jaishankar
New Delhi, April 11: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday, while speaking at the Carnegie Global Tech Summit 2025, discussed how the US has changed its approach to the world in the past year.
Jaishankar participates in Asia Business Council Spring Forum, highlights changes underway in international system
New Delhi, April 10: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar participated in the Asia Business Council Spring Forum 2025 on Thursday. He spoke about the profound changes being made in the international system, the implications for Global South and India's role in furthering its voice.
Egypt condemns Israeli closure orders to UNRWA schools in East Jerusalem
Cairo, April 10: Egypt strongly condemned on Wednesday the Israeli occupation's closure orders for six schools operated by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) in East Jerusalem.
Violence, atrocities against minorities in Bangladesh cannot simply be wished away: MEA
New Delhi, April 9: India on Wednesday once again raised concerns over the persecution of minorities in Bangladesh, hoping that the interim government in the country led by Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus will take strong action against the perpetrators of violence.
PM Modi received invitation for Russia's Victory Day celebrations, will announce participation at appropriate time: MEA
New Delhi, April 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has received an invitation from Russia for participation in Victory Day celebrations, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said on Wednesday.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan emphasises on food security at BIMSTEC Agriculture Ministerial Meeting
New Delhi, April 9: Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, led a delegation to the third BIMSTEC Agriculture Ministerial Meeting (BAMM) in Kathmandu, Nepal, on Wednesday.
President Murmu accorded Guard of Honour, ceremonial welcome in Slovak Republic
Bratislava, April 9: President Droupadi Murmu was received by President Peter Pellegrini of the Slovak Republic at the Presidential Palace in Bratislava, Rashtrapati Bhavan said.
India trying to negotiate bilateral trade agreement with US by fall, EAM Jaishankar responds to Trump Tariffs
New Delhi, April 9: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar spoke on Wednesday and responded to the debate over Tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump. Speaking at the News 18 Rising Bharat Summit, Jaishankar said that India's strategy was clear and that it would engage with the United States on a bilateral trade agreement, which could conclude by the fall of this year.
Historic and warm visit marking 50 years of ties: MEA Secretary Lal on President Murmu's Portugal trip
Lisbon, April 9: President Droupadi Murmu's state visit to Portugal marked a significant milestone in the diplomatic relations between India and Portugal. The ceremonial welcome at the city square set the tone for the visit, where she inspected the guard of honor and received a grand salute.
PM Modi lauds Dubai's 'key role' in advancing India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
New Delhi April 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday met Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in New Delhi, asserting that Dubai has played a "key role" in advancing the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
US, Pak hold first phone call to discuss counterterrorism cooperation
Islamabad, April 8: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar discussed ways to strengthen counterterrorism cooperation between the two countries in their first telephone conversation. A key focus of the discussion was the return of US military equipment that was left behind in Afghanistan following the withdrawal in 2021.
Trump announces direct talks with Iran amid nuclear tensions
Washington, April 8: The US and Iran are holding direct talks with their first meeting scheduled for Saturday at “almost at the top” level, President Donald Trump said Monday, adding a failure to reach an agreement will leave Teheran in “great danger” because it cannot be allowed to possess a nuclear weapon.
Celebrating 50 years of our diplomatic relations, President Murmu on visit to Portugal
Lisbon, April 7: President Droupadi Murmu on Monday in her joint statement with President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa of Portugal said that her visit was significant as it occurred as the countries completed 50 years of their diplomatic relations.
President Murmu recieves Guard of Honour in Lisbon
Lisbon, April 7: President Droupadi Murmu on Monday received a Guard of Honour at Jeronimos Monastery in Lisbon.
Abdullah bin Zayed, Israeli Foreign Minister discuss latest regional developments
Abu Dhabi, April 7: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, today received Gideon Sa'ar, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Israel, in Abu Dhabi.
G7 Foreign Ministers express concern over China's provocative military drills around Taiwan
Washington DC, April 7: The G7 Foreign Ministers, along with the High Representative of the European Union, expressed concern over China's recent "provocative actions," especially the large-scale military drills conducted around Taiwan.
UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy calls Israeli detention of two MPs unacceptable, counterproductive
London, April 6: United Kingdom Foreign Secretary David Lammy on Saturday expressed concerns over the detention and refusal of entry of two British MPs on a parliamentary delegation to Israel, calling it "unacceptable" and "counterproductive."
BJP leaders hail Sri Lanka's 'Mitra Vibhushan' to PM Modi as 'proud moment' for India
New Delhi, April 5: As Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with the 'Sri Lanka Mitra Vibhushan', the country's highest civilian honour for Heads of State and Government, senior BJP leaders hailed it as a proud moment and a testament to India's rising global stature.
Rupee working abroad a proud moment, credit goes to PM Modi: Prominent NRI businessman
New Delhi, April 5: Lauding Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision and India's rise as a global power, Pervinder Singh Chandhok, a second-generation Indian businessman who has lived in Tehran and has been associated with the India-Iran and Middle East Chamber of Commerce in UAE, said that it is because of the consistent efforts made by the Modi government that the Indians can now use their RuPay cards in foreign countries, including in the Gulf region.
PM Modi meets Sri Lanka's Opposition leader Premadasa, appreciates his commitment to strengthening ties
Colombo, April 5: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with Sri Lanka's Leader of the Opposition, Sajith Premadasa and appreciated his personal contribution and commitment to strengthening the friendship between the two nations.
Sri Lankan President honours PM Modi with highest award-Mitra Vibushana
Colombo, April 5: Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake honoured Prime Minister Narendra Modi with the highest award to a foreign head of state, Mitra Vibhushana. Dissanayake said that PM Modi highly deserves this honour.
Vietnam willing to cut tariffs to zero in deal with US, says Donald Trump
Washington DC, April 5: US President Donald Trump on Friday spoke with To Lam, the General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam and said that during the conversation, Lam expressed Vietnam's willingness to reduce its tariffs to zero if an agreement could be reached with the United States.
Danish PM urges unity with Greenland amid US pressure
Oslo, April 5: Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has called for unity between Denmark and Greenland in response to growing pressure from the United States, emphasising that the two parts of the Kingdom must remain closely aligned to safeguard their shared interests.
PM Modi arrives in Colombo, six top Sri Lankan ministers receive him at airport
Colombo April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Colombo on Friday for a two-day visit during which he will meet Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and review progress made on the joint vision of "Fostering Partnerships for a Shared Future"
Implementation of Act East Policy shows PM Modi's foreign policy marked by dynamism and action
New Delhi, April 4: PM Modi's foreign policy is marked by dynamism and action, which is perfectly symbolised by the implementation of the Act East Policy.
PM Modi calls on Thailand King and Queen, discusses ways to strengthen bilateral ties
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi called on Thailand King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua and Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana at Dusit Palace in Bangkok on Friday. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the two sides exchanged views on the two countries' shared cultural heritage and discussed ways to strengthen multifaceted ties.
PM Modi emplanes for Sri Lanka from Thailand's Bangkok after attending BIMSTEC Summit
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for Sri Lanka from Thailand's Bangkok on Friday after attending the BIMSTEC Summit here.
PM Modi's decisive moves, 'Act East' policy positions India as an influential player in Indo-Pacific
Bangkok, April 4: India's commitment to its 'Neighbourhood First' and 'Act East' policies, which align with its broader Indo-Pacific vision, has been reaffirmed during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ongoing visit to Bangkok for the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) Summit that also brought together other leaders of the grouping, including from Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Bhutan and Bangladesh.
PM Modi visits Wat Pho Temple in Thailand, spotlights shared traditions of Buddhism forming bedrock of relationship
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's efforts to place Buddhism at the heart of India's foreign policy were once visible on Friday as he visited Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram Rajwaramahawihan, popularly known as Wat Pho, accompanied by his counterpart from Thailand, Paetongtarn Shinawatra.
PM Modi unveils 21-point action plan at 6th BIMSTEC Summit
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday presented a comprehensive 21-point action plan during the sixth BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok, laying out an ambitious road map for cooperation across diverse sectors.
India extends warm wishes to Senegal on 65th Independence Day
New Delhi, April 4: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday extended warm greetings to Senegal's Foreign Minister Yassine Fall on their 65th Independence Day.
How PM Modi revitalised BIMSTEC and helped make it vibrant forum
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision and policies are revitalising the BIMSTEC, reflecting India's leadership and influence on the group's direction and commitment to its Neighbourhood First and Act East policies while aligning with its broader Indo-Pacific vision.
BIMSTEC Summit: PM Modi reaffirms commitment to regional cooperation
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with other BIMSTEC leaders, reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening cooperation across various sectors as he attended the 6th BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok on Friday.
BIMSTEC Summit: PM Modi, Myanmar's Aung Hlaing discuss quake relief, bilateral ties
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, the head of Myanmar's military-led government, on the sidelines of the BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok, discussing efforts to strengthen bilateral ties and extend support following the devastating earthquake that struck Myanmar.
PM Modi holds bilateral talks with Senior General of Myanmar
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday held a meeting with Senior General of Myanmar, Aung Hlaing where they discussed bilateral relations between the two countries.
PM Modi to reinforce India's role in strengthening regional cooperation: BIMSTEC Secy Gen
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the BIMSTEC summit in Bangkok, Thailand, where he's expected to make significant announcements reinforcing India's role in strengthening regional cooperation.
Going to completely devastate our economy: Rahul Gandhi on US reciprocal tariffs
New Delhi, April 3: Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi said on Thursday that the United States' decision to impose reciprocal tariffs will "completely devastate our economy" with the auto industry, pharmaceuticals and agriculture among sectors expected to face the brunt.