China unveils new weapons at WW2 victory parade; Xi calls for ‘global peace’
Beijing, Sep 3 (IANS) In a historic first, China on Wednesday publicly unveiled some of its most advanced military technology, including hypersonic missiles, electronic warfare systems, and unmanned combat platforms, during a massive military parade in central Beijing. The event, marking the 80th anniversary of China’s victory in World War II, also featured a strong […]
India-Germany relationship steady, growing in substance: EAM Jaishankar
New Delhi, Sep 3 (IANS) Calling India-Germany relationship “enormously important”, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Wednesday said that the ties between two nations are growing in substance. While speaking to reporters alongside his German counterpart Johann Wadephul following their talks in New Delhi on Wednesday, EAM Jaishankar noted that the relationship between India […]
Putin invites North Korea’s Kim to Russia as they meet in Beijing
Seoul, Sep 3 (IANS) Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday invited North Korean leader Kim Jong-un to visit Russia again, a Russian report said, as they held a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of a military parade in Beijing. The two leaders met at the Diaoyutai state guest house after attending the military parade at […]
German FM calls on PM Modi, appreciates India’s call for Ukraine ceasefire
New Delhi, Sep 3 (IANS) Visiting German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Wednesday, conveying appreciation for India’s call to end the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Wadephul noted that India and Germany have taken steps to expand strategic partnership in various sectors, especially in security and defence, […]
Trump’s tariffs on India ‘backfiring’, says US media
Washington, Sep 3 (IANS) As US President Donald Trump reiterated his criticism of trade ties with India on Tuesday, American media continues to discuss the implications of the India-US tensions on the country’s economic strategy and foreign policy. The Wall Street Journal published a short explainer on the impact of US tariffs on India for […]
Trump cites ‘secondary sanctions’ on India as proof of tough stance on Russia
Washington, Sep 3 (IANS) US President Donald Trump on Wednesday highlighted his “secondary sanctions” on India as proof of its tough stance against Russia. While speaking to the press alongside Polish President Karol Nawrocki, Trump pushed back against criticism of his inaction on Russia, arguing that his measures against India demonstrated otherwise. “How do you […]
Asia no longer scripted by one superpower: Report
Beijing, Sep 2 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised peace and stability along the border with China during his meeting with the Chinese President Xi Jinping in Tianjin on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, in a setting where every gesture was carefully measured, a report cited on Tuesday. It said that […]
Singapore PM Lawrence Wong to begin three-day India visit today
New Delhi, Sep 2 (IANS) Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong is set to arrive in India on Tuesday for a three-day official visit, marking a key moment in the deepening strategic partnership between the two nations. The visit, which coincides with the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Singapore, is expected to witness […]
US media blames Trump for ‘show of unity’ at SCO summit
Washington, Sep 2 (IANS) Photos and videos from the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin, showing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s camaraderie with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping, have gone viral worldwide, including in the United States. The US media framed the display as a deliberate show of unity against American […]
Seychelles accords grand welcome to Indian Navy’s Training Squadron ships
Victoria, Sep 2 (IANS) As the ships of the First Training Squadron (1TS) of the Indian Navy comprising INS Tir, INS Shardul, and CGS Sarathi docked at Port Victoria in Seychelles, the Charge d’Affaires of High Commission of India, along with senior officers of the First Training Squadron ships hosted an onboard reception on Tuesday […]
