A special photo exhibition in New Delhi has brought renewed focus to India’s significant yet often underappreciated role during the Korean War. Organised at the India International Centre, the exhibition presents a compelling visual archive of India’s diplomatic, humanitarian, and peacekeeping efforts during a defining moment of the Cold War. Through rare photographs and historical records, it highlights how India contributed meaningfully without direct military engagement. T

India and Germany are advancing their strategic defence partnership through a series of high-level bilateral talks, reflecting a shared commitment to strengthening security cooperation in an increasingly complex global environment. The discussions coincide with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s official visit to Berlin, signalling a renewed push to deepen collaboration across defence, technology, and industrial sectors. Image from DD India Renewed Diplomatic Engagement The v

India is nearing the completion of the first tranche of its proposed bilateral trade agreement with the United States , signalling a renewed push to deepen economic engagement between the two countries. The development reflects steady progress in negotiations that aim to strengthen trade flows, improve market access, and build a more structured economic partnership. Union minister Piyush Goyal | Moneycontrol Negotiations Enter Final Stage Union Commerce and Industry Minister

India is preparing to take a significant leap in its energy transition with the proposed introduction of E85 ethanol-blended fuel. As part of its long-term strategy to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and promote cleaner alternatives, the government is expected to soon notify draft rules that will enable the use of fuel containing up to 85 percent ethanol. This move builds on the country’s existing ethanol blending programme and signals a more ambitious push toward sustainab

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has brought the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) into focus during the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) campaign in West Benga l. Addressing a public rally in Kulti, he stated that if the BJP forms the government in the state, it will implement the UCC and introduce measures that would prohibit the practice of multiple marriages. Union Home Minister Amit Shah addresses a public meeting in support of BJP candidates ahead of the West Bengal Assembly electio

In a significant national address delivered on April 18, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed a heartfelt apology to the women of the country after the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026, failed to secure the required majority in the Lok Sabha. The bill aimed to facilitate the smoother and earlier rollout of the 33% women's reservation in Parliament and state assemblies by proposing an expansion of seats and related adjustments. During the roughly 30-minute add

India has appointed Dinesh Trivedi as its next High Commissioner to Bangladesh , marking a notable shift in its diplomatic approach toward the neighbourhood. The decision comes at a time when New Delhi is seeking to recalibrate and strengthen ties with Dhaka following a period of political and strategic uncertainty. Unlike conventional appointments drawn from the Indian Foreign Service, Trivedi’s selection reflects a deliberate move to place political experience at the forefr

During a high-level meeting in New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung underscored the importance of peace and stability in an increasingly uncertain global environment. Addressing a joint press conference, both leaders highlighted that amid geopolitical tensions and economic disruptions, cooperation between like-minded nations is essential to maintain balance and ensure long-term global security. Their statements reflected a converge

The Union Cabinet has given its approval to a significant railway infrastructure project that will add third and fourth lines along the 403-kilometre stretch between Ghaziabad and Sitapur in Uttar Pradesh . With an estimated investment of ₹14,926 crore, this initiative forms part of a broader ₹24,815 crore package that also includes multi-tracking in Andhra Pradesh. Together, the projects are expected to expand the Indian Railways network by approximately 601 kilometres and a

In a significant boost to bilateral relations, South Korean President Lee Jae-myung concluded his three-day state visit to India on a high note, describing the country as an “ultra-high-speed growth country” with immense potential to reshape global production and supply chains. The visit, the first by a South Korean president in eight years, culminated in productive summit talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi that opened new avenues for economic, technological, and strate

India is poised to strengthen its defence partnership with Europe as Defence Minister Rajnath Singh begins a three-day official visit to Germany from April 21 to 23, 2026. The visit comes at a crucial time when India is actively expanding its global defence engagements and seeking advanced technological collaborations to modernise its armed forces. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. File Photo: PTI | Firstpost Strengthening Bilateral Defence Cooperation The visit reflects a re

India has expressed deep concern following reports that Indian-flagged oil tankers came under fire while passing through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz . The incident has once again drawn attention to the fragile security environment in one of the world’s most critical energy corridors, where even minor disruptions can have far-reaching global consequences. Foreign secretary Vikram Misri | PTI Image | News18 Diplomatic Engagement and Official Response In the wake of

India and China successfully concluded their first dedicated bilateral consultations on Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) matters in the national capital on April 16-17. This important diplomatic engagement highlights the growing emphasis both nations are placing on coordinated efforts within multilateral frameworks to promote regional peace, security, and shared prosperity. The consultations were led by India's SCO National Coordinator, Ambassador Alok A. Dimri, and

New Delhi has maintained a firm and principled stance on countering terrorism while demonstrating strategic maturity through discreet communication channels with Pakistan. In the period after India's decisive Operation Sindoor in May 2025, the two neighbours have participated in multiple back-channel meetings. These unofficial engagements have helped keep lines of communication open even as official diplomatic ties remain suspended. Two months after Op Sindoor, political lea

India has strongly asserted its sovereign position by rejecting Pakistan’s objection to a forward-looking provision in the Delimitation Bill 2026 concerning Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) emphasised that all matters related to the delimitation exercise fall squarely within India’s internal domain. MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal addresses a press briefing on Friday. ANI File | Firstpost MEA’s Clear and Firm Response During the weekly

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday made an emotional and compelling appeal to Members of Parliament, urging them to support the amendments to the Women’s Reservation Act with full commitment. In his address and through posts on X, the Prime Minister asked lawmakers to reflect deeply on their conscience and remember the women in their lives — their mother, sister, daughter, and wife — while taking this momentous decision for the nation. He emphasised that after decades of

The Central government has taken a decisive step towards strengthening India's democratic framework and reaffirming its territorial integrity with the introduction of three landmark bills in the Lok Sabha . Tabled on Thursday by Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal and supported by Home Minister Amit Shah , these include the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026, the Delimitation Bill, 2026, and the Union Territories Law (Amendment) Bill, 2026. Toge

The recent worker protests in Noida began over a legitimate concern—wage disparity with neighbouring Haryana . However, what should have remained a structured labour negotiation quickly escalated into large-scale unrest, raising serious questions about how such rapid escalation occurred. Within days, protests turned violent, with incidents of arson, stone-pelting, and destruction of public property. Law enforcement had to step in decisively, deploying forces and restoring or

The recent meeting between Narendra Modi and Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker has opened a new chapter in India–Austria relations. This visit, significant both symbolically and strategically, reflects a growing recognition of India’s expanding role in global affairs. It also marks one of the most important diplomatic engagements between the two countries in decades, signalling a shared intent to strengthen cooperation across multiple domains. Chancellor Stocker’s visit,

India’s external trade landscape showed signs of resilience and recovery in March 2026, as merchandise exports registered a steady rise while the trade deficit narrowed significantly. Despite global economic uncertainties and geopolitical tensions, the latest data reflects a balanced improvement driven by stronger export performance and moderated imports. This trend offers cautious optimism for India’s trade outlook in the coming months. (Representative image) | Moneycontrol