Rogan Painting to Kesar Mangoes: PM Modi presents exquisite gifts to UAE President
New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted Kesar Mangoes, Rogan Painting with Tree of Life and Meghalaya pineapples to UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, during his recent visit to Abu Dhabi, as part of his five-nation visit. The Kesar Mango, a GI-tagged also called as Gujarat’s “Queen of Mangoes,” […]
PM Modi gifts traditional Indian artefacts to Finland, Denmark and Iceland leaders
New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to European nations recently, gifted series of paintings and artefacts to his counterparts in Finland, Denmark and Iceland, reflecting India’s culture and rich craftsmanship. The gifts presented to the leaders of the Nordic countries include a Kamal Talai Pichwai painting, a Bidri Silver […]
India–Africa Summit postponed amid Ebola outbreak
New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) The Fourth India–Africa Forum Summit (IAFS IV), initially scheduled to take place in New Delhi from May 28–31, has been postponed due to the evolving health situation in parts of Africa, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced Thursday. The decision was taken after extensive consultations held between the Indian […]
EAM Jaishankar conducts computerised draw for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra
New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar conducted the computerised draw for selection of Yatris for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra (KMY) 2026, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced Thursday. The 2026 edition of the KMY will commence in June and conclude in August. A total of 1000 Yatris have been […]
Taliban’s new family law deepens discrimination against women, girls: UNAMA
Kabul, May 21 (IANS) The UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has expressed “grave concern” over a new Taliban family law regulation on Thursday. According to UNAMA, the law published by the ruling Taliban’s Ministry of Justice on May 14 codifies laws governing judicial separation grounds for women. It said that the law operates in […]
India-US trade deal likely in coming months: Sergio Gor
New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) US Ambassador Sergio Gor on Thursday expressed immense confidence regarding the finalisation of a landmark bilateral trade deal between Washington and New Delhi in the “coming weeks and months”. Speaking at the Annual Leadership Summit of the American Chamber of Commerce (AMCHAM) here, Ambassador Gor said, “President Trump’s goal is […]
India’s defence growth stands out amid widening Chinese manufacturing base: Report
Washington/Beijing, May 21 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliance) policy has created industrial corridors, increased foreign investment caps, and built a defence-tech startup ecosystem that is already exporting, signalling a tangible and expanding capacity. With hundreds of companies operating and more emerging, India has set a defence export target of about $6 billion […]
Taiwan remains central fault line in US-China relations: Report
Brussels, May 21 (IANS) Chinese President Xi Jinping’s warning that Taiwan could lead to “clashes and even conflicts” and place relations in “great jeopardy” during his recent meeting with US President Donald Trump in Beijing was not mere rhetoric, a report has stated. As missteps in arms transfers, diplomatic recognition or military manoeuvres could trigger […]
Marco Rubio sees ‘good signs’ in Iran talks
Washington, May 21 (IANS) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio Thursday said there were “good signs” in ongoing negotiations with Iran but cautioned against excessive optimism, saying President Donald Trump still retained “other options” if diplomacy failed. Speaking to reporters in Miami before departing for India with a stopover in Europe, Rubio said the administration […]
Marco Rubio calls Cuba a ‘failed state’
Washington, May 21 (IANS) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio sharply escalated criticism of Cuba’s leadership on Thursday, calling the island a “failed state” and warning that instability there directly threatens US national security. Speaking during a media gaggle in Miami ahead of his India trip, Rubio said Cuba’s political and economic system was “broken” […]
