India and Russia discuss ways to further intensify defence partnership
Moscow, Aug 6 (IANS) Russia’s Deputy Defence Minister Colonel General Aleksandr Fomin on Wednesday held a meeting with Vinay Kumar, India’s Ambassador to Russia, as both sides discussed ways to further intensify the multifaceted India-Russia Special Privileged Strategic Partnership. “During the talks, the sides discussed topical issues of bilateral cooperation in the defence sphere, confirmed […]
Citing India’s ‘reform momentum’, IMF raises growth projection as it remains fastest-growing economy
United Nations, July 29 (IANS) Citing its “reform momentum” as one of the factors, the International Monetary Fund on Tuesday raised India’s growth projections for this and next fiscal years to 6.4 per cent as it continues as the world’s fastest-growing major economy. Deniz Igan, a division chief in the Research Department, said one of […]
India ‘working along same line’ as US-Indonesia trade deal: Trump
New York, July 16 (IANS) US President Donald Trump stated that India is working on a trade deal along the same lines as the one he announced with Indonesia, which will provide the US with greater access to the Indian market. Under the deal with Jakarta, there will be a 19 per cent tariff on […]
Discovering the Heart of Iran: A Journey of History, Hospitality, and Hidden Wonders
By Mohd Zubair Ali Food & Travel Blogger | @Hyderabad.Food.Diaries Over the past 15 years, I’ve had the privilege of exploring some of the most vibrant places around the world. As a food and travel blogger with 15 awards to my name, I’ve come to believe that the real essence of a place lies in […]
India, Denmark agree to boost green transition in maritime sector
Copenhagen, June 6 (IANS) India’s Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal and Denmark’s Minister of Industry, Business and Financial Affairs, Morten Bodskov, on Friday agreed to strengthen the bilateral maritime collaboration between the two countries, which includes promoting the green transition of the maritime sector. The two ministers reaffirmed the Green Strategic Partnership, […]
Baijayant Panda-led delegation in Saudi Arabia, to convey India’s stance against terrorism
Riyadh, May 28 (IANS) The all-party delegation, led by BJP MP Baijayant Jay Panda in Saudi Arabia, is set to present India’s strong stance against Pakistan-sponsored cross-border terrorism in Riyadh. The delegation arrived in Riyadh early on Wednesday (Indian time) and later interacted with India’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Suhel Khan, at the India House. […]
India, New Zealand aim to conclude FTA this year
New Delhi, May 10 (IANS) India and New Zealand have reaffirmed their common vision and mutual understanding to work towards a future-ready framework and conclude the free trade agreement (FTA) this year. In a major step towards expanding bilateral trade and investment engagement, the first round of negotiations for the India–New Zealand FTA concluded successfully […]
India, Italy explore ways to strengthen economic ties at ADB meet
New Delhi, May 5 (IANS) Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday met her Italian counterpart Giancarlo Giorgetti, on the sidelines of the 58th ADB Annual Meeting in the Italian city of Milan and explored ways to strengthen India-Italy economic ties and enhance cooperation in global and multilateral platforms on issues of mutual interest. The […]
India, US work on ‘early conclusion’ of trade pact
Washington, April 7 (IANS) India and the United States on Monday said that they both wanted an “early conclusion” of a bilateral trade agreement. The two countries have accelerated talks on the agreement in the run-up to and following US President Donald Trump’s announcement of a reciprocal tariff of 26 per cent on goods from […]
Thailand and India to elevate relationship to ‘Strategic Partnership’ during PM Modi’s visit
Bangkok, March 28 (IANS) Thailand on Friday stated that the country’s relations with India will be elevated to a Strategic Partnership during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s forthcoming visit to Bangkok, next week. During their meeting, PM Modi and his counterpart Paetongtarn Shinawatra will be discussing promotion of relations and cooperation, both at the bilateral, multilateral, […]
