Japan and India have renewed their Bilateral Swap Arrangement (BSA), maintaining the facility at a substantial $75 billion. The agreement, formalized between the Bank of Japan and the Reserve Bank of India, reflects the continued commitment of both nations to deepen financial cooperation and strengthen economic resilience. The renewal ensures that the framework remains in place as a safeguard against potential external financial shocks. The extension of this arrangement come

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued a nationwide advisory to all state and Union territory governments warning of the possibility of communal violence and unrest in India following the recent military strikes carried out by the United States and Israel on Iran. The alert comes amid heightened tensions in West Asia, with the geopolitical conflict deepening after the reported killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in the strikes. In its communication

The rapidly intensifying conflict in West Asia has triggered widespread international concern, with India closely monitoring developments that threaten regional stability and global security. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has described the situation as a matter of grave concern, emphasizing that rising hostilities between Israel , Iran , and the United States could have far-reaching consequences not only for the region but also for global peace and economic stability. Speaki

India and Canada have taken a decisive step toward rebuilding and strengthening their bilateral relationship by signing significant agreements on uranium supply and cooperation in critical minerals. The development signals a shift from diplomatic strain to pragmatic engagement, with both countries focusing on long-term economic and strategic priorities. As global supply chains face uncertainty and geopolitical tensions reshape trade alignments, the renewed partnership reflec

India is transforming its role in global telecommunications from a technology adopter to a leader and standards-setter in 6G networks. At the recently held News18 Rising Bharat Summit 2026 in New Delhi, Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia emphasized that India is now “sitting at the table where 6G standards are being set”, a historic shift for the country. Scindia pointed out that in earlier generations like 3G and 4G, India largely followed global trends in adoption and d

Prime Minister Narendra Modi undertook a landmark two-day state visit to Israel, marking a significant milestone in the evolving relationship between the two nations. The visit reflected not only the maturity of diplomatic ties but also the growing strategic alignment between New Delhi and Jerusalem in a rapidly changing global order. From high-level talks to symbolic gestures, the visit underscored a partnership built on shared democratic values, technological innovation, a

At the 61st Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in Geneva, which runs from 23 February to 31 March 2026, India delivered a forceful diplomatic response to Pakistan’s statements regarding Jammu & Kashmir, accusing Islamabad of spreading misleading propaganda and being “detached from reality.” During the high‑level segment on 25 February, India’s First Secretary to the UN, Anupama Singh, exercised New Delhi’s Right of Reply to counter claims made by Paki

The relationship between India and Israel entered a new phase after Prime Minister Narendra Modi held high-level talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his state visit. Both leaders announced the elevation of bilateral ties to a “Special Strategic Partnership,” reflecting the expanding scope of cooperation across defence, technology, trade, innovation, and geopolitical coordination. The visit reinforced the steady transformation of relations that began g

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Israel was marked not only by high-level diplomatic engagements and strategic discussions but also by a warm cultural gesture that drew attention at a specially curated private dinner celebrating Indian comfort food. Hosted during his meetings with Israeli leadership, the menu reflected familiar flavors from India, symbolising both hospitality and the growing personal rapport between the two nations. The meal reportedly featured popul

The visit of Narendra Modi to Israel marks an important step in strengthening the growing strategic partnership between the two nations. Over the past decade, ties between India and Israel have expanded beyond traditional diplomacy to include defence, innovation, agriculture, water management, and advanced technology cooperation. The current visit aims to consolidate these gains while opening new areas of collaboration that align with India’s modernisation and security prio

Yogi Adityanath has said that sustained policy reforms and governance improvements over the past nine years have reshaped Uttar Pradesh into one of India’s most attractive destinations for global investment. Speaking at an investment roadshow in Tokyo, the Chief Minister highlighted the state’s economic progress, infrastructure expansion, and industrial growth while inviting Japanese companies to explore long-term partnerships. Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi AdityanathImage Source :

India and Brazil have taken a major step toward deepening their strategic and economic cooperation by signing an agreement focused on rare earths and critical minerals. The pact was finalised during high-level discussions between Narendra Modi and Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva , reflecting a shared commitment to building resilient supply chains and strengthening collaboration across key sectors of the global economy. The agreement aims to enhance cooperation in exploration, mini

India is accelerating efforts to modernise its air defence capabilities by exploring advanced missile interception systems, high-energy laser weapons, and drone technologies from Israel. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to create a multi-layered defensive shield capable of protecting major cities, military installations, and critical infrastructure from emerging aerial threats such as ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, rockets, and unmanned aerial systems. The u

The Government of India has issued a safety advisory for its citizens living in or travelling to Mexico after the killing of notorious drug cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, widely known as El Mencho. The advisory was released by the Indian Embassy amid reports of escalating violence, security crackdowns, and retaliatory criminal activities across several Mexican states following the major anti-cartel operation. Indian nationals were urged to remain indoors, avoid un

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a series of high-level engagements during the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, underlining India’s ambition to emerge as a global leader in artificial intelligence and deep-technology innovation. The summit served as a platform to bring together policymakers, global executives, researchers, and entrepreneurs to discuss the future of AI and its transformative potential across economies. Modiji’s participation reflected the governme

India and the United Arab Emirates continue to deepen their comprehensive strategic partnership, marked by the visit of Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to New Delhi for the AI Impact Summit . The visit underscored the growing alignment between the two countries across technology, economic investment, and innovation-driven sectors. During his engagement in India, the Crown Prince held discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi , review

Negotiations between India and the United States for an interim trade agreement are approaching completion, with officials from both sides working intensively to finalize the legal framework. Diplomatic sources have indicated that the agreement could be signed in the near future, reflecting the strong political will to deepen economic cooperation between the two countries. The proposed interim pact is designed as a practical step toward a comprehensive Bilateral Trade Agreem

India has aligned with more than 100 countries in endorsing a joint statement at the United Nations condemning actions linked to the expansion of Israeli presence in the West Bank. The declaration criticised unilateral measures viewed as inconsistent with international law and harmful to efforts aimed at achieving peace in the Middle East. Although India was not among the initial group of signatories, it later extended its support, joining a broad international consensus on t

India has reinforced its commitment to global humanitarian efforts through a significant agreement between the Food Corporation of India (FCI) and the World Food Programme (WFP). Under this partnership, India will supply approximately 200,000 tonnes of rice to support international relief operations aimed at combating hunger and malnutrition in vulnerable regions. The agreement reflects India’s growing role as a reliable contributor to global food assistance initiatives at a

India has taken a decisive step toward influencing the future of artificial intelligence with the announcement of the “New Delhi Frontier AI Commitments,” a voluntary global framework designed to promote responsible, inclusive, and culturally relevant AI development. The initiative was introduced by Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw during the India AI Impact Summit 2026 held in New Delhi, bringing together leading technology companies, policymakers, and innovators from ar