Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has emphasised India's measured and constructive diplomatic approach to the ongoing tensions in West Asia, noting that the country stands ready to contribute meaningfully to peace efforts at the appropriate time. Speaking during his official visit to Germany, Singh praised the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for guiding India's foreign policy with a focus on dialogue, neutrality, and strategic engagement with all parties involved. Ima

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

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

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

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

As geopolitical tensions intensify across West Asia, India has voiced strong concern over the growing threat to global maritime security. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has unequivocally termed recent attacks on merchant vessels as “completely unacceptable,” highlighting the serious implications such disruptions pose to international trade and energy security. His remarks come at a time when critical sea routes are witnessing instability, raising alarms across globa

India has rolled out a revised framework for the Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) scheme, introducing significant updates to both the fee structure and application process. Effective from April 1, 2026, these changes reflect an effort to bring greater uniformity, transparency, and efficiency to a system that serves millions of people of Indian origin living across the world. The move is seen as part of a broader administrative overhaul aimed at streamlining services while stre

India’s decision to withdraw from hosting the 2028 United Nations climate summit, COP33, has drawn significant attention in global policy circles. Initially seen as an opportunity to showcase leadership in climate action, the move to step back signals a deeper strategic recalibration. Rather than being a retreat, it reflects a realistic assessment of the current global climate framework and India’s own developmental priorities. Despite India’s strides in renewables and the go

Tensions between India and China have once again come into focus after Beijing released a fresh list assigning new names to several locations in Arunachal Pradesh . India responded firmly, rejecting the move and reiterating that such actions have no legal or territorial validity. The development highlights the continuing friction between the two nations over their long-standing boundary dispute. MEA Spokesperson Randhir JaiswalImage Source : PTI (File) | India TV News India’

In a major development for India’s defence sector, GE Aerospace has announced plans to set up an engine repair and overhaul facility in India for the HAL Tejas fighter jets. This initiative marks a crucial step toward strengthening India’s self-reliance in defence maintenance while enhancing the operational efficiency of the Indian Air Force. The move comes at a time when India is expanding its indigenous fighter jet fleet and seeking to reduce dependency on foreign mainte

India’s proposed ₹3.25 lakh crore deal for acquiring 114 Rafale fighter jets marks more than just a major defence purchase—it represents a decisive shift in the country’s military and strategic outlook. At the heart of this deal lies a strong push by the government to integrate indigenous missile systems into the Rafale platform, signalling a move away from dependence on foreign weapon ecosystems. This approach reflects India’s growing confidence in its domestic defence cap

India has taken a decisive step into the future of secure communication with the successful demonstration of a 1,000-kilometre quantum communication network built entirely on indigenous technology. This achievement is not merely a scientific milestone but a strategic advancement that strengthens India’s position in the global race for next-generation technologies. At a time when cybersecurity threats are evolving rapidly, quantum communication offers a fundamentally new parad

India has marked a significant milestone in its energy transition journey by emerging as the third-largest country globally in terms of installed renewable energy capacity. Standing behind China and the United States , this achievement reflects India’s accelerating shift toward clean energy and its growing prominence in the global sustainability landscape. India becomes the world’s third-largest in renewable capacity after China and US, adding 55.3 GW in FY26 and surpassing

India and the United States have taken a decisive step toward strengthening their economic partnership with the launch of the India–US Trade Facilitation Portal, a digital initiative designed to simplify trade, enhance business connectivity, and unlock new opportunities across sectors. As bilateral ties continue to deepen, this platform reflects a shared vision of leveraging technology to build a more efficient and resilient trade ecosystem. Image from DD News A Growing Str