US Congressman honours Bera family
Washington, Feb 23 (IANS) A senior Democratic lawmaker, on Monday, paid tribute on the House floor to the Bera family, recognising what he described as their “multigenerational commitment to service, education, and community” and their contributions in both the US and India. Speaking on the House Floor, Congressman J. Luis Correa of California applauded the […]
Trump vows tougher tariffs after Supreme Court ruling
Washington, Feb 23 (IANS) US President Donald Trump on Monday asserted that he does not require fresh approval from Congress to impose tariffs, even as India delayed sending a planned trade delegation to Washington amid uncertainty following a Supreme Court decision annulling tariffs imposed under his administration. “As President, I do not have to go […]
GRSE lays foundation for 3rd muti-purpose vessel for German firm
Kolkata, Feb 23 (IANS) In keeping with the Union government’s vision to develop India into a global shipbuilding hub, Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Limited — a Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) under the Ministry of Defence — on Monday, laid the foundation for the third multi-purpose vessel (MPV) it is building for Germany’s Carsten […]
Nine Japanese prefectures launch framework to deepen ties with India: Report
Tokyo, Feb 23 (IANS) With India emerging as one of the world’s fastest-growing major economies, inter-regional cooperation shaped by both central governments and local stakeholders could become a key pillar of the next stage of India–Japan relationship, a report said on Monday. According to ‘Connect India Japan’ magazine, in a significant step to bolster subnational […]
India emerges as Sri Lanka’s top source of tourists, surpassing other nations: Report
Colombo, Feb 23 (IANS) Indian tourists visiting Sri Lanka have steadily increased over the past three years, reinforcing India’s position as the largest source of foreign visitors. While Indian tourists accounted for 17 per cent of total arrivals in 2022, their share rose to 22.5 per cent in 2025, underscoring India’s clear dominance compared to […]
China: Doubts rise over military’s effectiveness after large-scale removal of top brass
Abuja, Feb 23 (IANS) As Chinese President Xi Jinping aims for an unprecedented fourth term as General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), analysts suggest he may be uncertain of his complete control over the armed forces. Without a clear succession plan, concerns persist about other aspirants positioning themselves to step into Xi’s role, […]
Canadian PM Mark Carney to visit India this week, hold talks with PM Modi
Ottawa, Feb 23 (IANS) Expanding Canada-India relationship will be in focus as Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney visits India later this week during which he will first travel to Mumbai and then visit New Delhi, where he is scheduled to hold talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. “The leaders will focus on elevating and expanding […]
Dutch minority govt sworn in after lengthy coalition talks
The Hague, Feb 23 (IANS) A Dutch minority government was officially sworn in on Monday at Huis ten Bosch Palace in The Hague, more than 110 days after the general election held on October 29 last year. Following the discharge of the previous cabinet, 18 ministers and 10 state secretaries were sworn in. The new […]
S. Korean, Brazilian firms call for closer ties in manufacturing, key minerals
Seoul, Feb 23 (IANS) South Korean and Brazilian business communities on Monday proposed measures to strengthen cooperation in strategic areas, including advanced manufacturing and key minerals, at a bilateral business forum held in Seoul, industry officials said. The Federation of Korean Industries (FKI) and the Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency presented such proposals at […]
India advises its nationals to leave Iran by all available means of transport
Tehran, Feb 23 (IANS) The Indian Embassy in Tehran issued a fresh advisory on Monday, asking its nationals in Iran to leave the country by available means of transport, including commercial flights. The Indian Embassy stated that the advisory has been issued in continuation of the advisory issued on January 5 and in view of […]
