Free, open Indo-Pacific is Quad’s unshakable message to world, says Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi
New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi said on Tuesday that the Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting showcases “an unshakable and firm message” to the world that the grouping will promote practical cooperation to realise a free and open Indo-Pacific. In his opening remarks at the Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in New Delhi […]
Rubio announces Quad initiatives on maritime security, ports, energy security, critical minerals
New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Tuesday emphasised the economic and strategic importance of the Quad, stating that the member states, which are “vibrant democracies”, represent a third of the world’s GDP and share strong values. Addressing a joint press statement, along with Foreign Ministers of India, Australia and […]
Indian pilgrims reach Arafat as Haj rituals begins in Saudi Arabia
Riyadh, May 26 (IANS) As millions of pilgrims assemble at Saudi Arabia’s Arafat on Tuesday for the core ritual of Haj, all Indian pilgrims had reached the holy site comfortably and in a timely manner to take part in the prayers. Extending his wishes to all those performing Haj, Indian Ambassador to the Saudi Arabia, […]
South Korea: Death toll rises to three in Seoul overpass collapse
Seoul, May 26 (IANS) An ageing overpass in Seoul, which was undergoing removal, partially collapsed Tuesday, leaving three people dead and three others injured, officials said. Parts of the Seosomun Overpass, located in western Seoul, and other construction debris fell to the ground at 2:32 pm, killing two men in their 50s and 60s. One […]
Australian Foreign Minister calls on PM Modi, discusses growing strategic ties
New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong on Tuesday called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi, holding discussions on the growing India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in various sectors. “Happy to receive Senator Penny Wong, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Australia. We discussed the growing India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in areas […]
UK issues heat health alerts across region amid rising temperatures
London, May 26 (IANS) The UK government on Tuesday issued Heat-Health Alerts (HHA) across England amid rising temperatures across the country. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) issued an ‘Amber Alert’ for the East Midlands, East of England, London, West Midlands, South East and South West regions and a ‘Yellow Alert’ for the North East, […]
EU summons Russian envoy after Moscow warns of strikes on Kyiv
Brussels, May 26 (IANS) The European Union (EU) summoned Russia’s charge d’affaires to the EU on Tuesday after Russia warned of further strikes on the Ukrainian capital and urged foreign citizens and diplomats to leave Kyiv, European Commission foreign affairs spokesperson Anitta Hipper said Tuesday. Speaking at a daily press briefing, Hipper described Russia’s remarks […]
India’s energy security and strategic diversification in Gulf seen as ‘rational policy’: Report
Sofia, May 26 (IANS) As India’s footprint in the Gulf continues to expand, particularly through the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the deepening partnership highlights growing strategic convergence in a region already under strain. The engagement with the UAE extends beyond trade, intersecting intra-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) tension, the evolving Gulf security architecture, and established regional […]
Trump undergoes annual medical exam
Washington, May 26 (IANS) US President Donald Trump underwent a routine annual medical and dental examination at Walter Reed National Military Medical Centre on Tuesday amid continued public attention over his health ahead of his 80th birthday next month. Trump stayed at Walter Reed for more than two-and-a-half hours after his motorcade arrived at the […]
EAM Jaishankar reviews progress of Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with Australian FM
New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Tuesday reviewed the progress of India-Australia comprehensive strategic partnership with Penny Wong, Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs, in New Delhi. “Co-chaired a productive 17th Foreign Ministers’ Framework Dialogue with FM Senator Penny Wong of Australia today evening,” EAM Jaishankar wrote on X on Tuesday. […]
