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India celebrates 62nd ITEC Day in Myanmar, highlights deepening cooperation, cultural bonds
Naypyidaw; The 62nd Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Programme Day was celebrated in Myanmar's Naypyidaw, which was attended by several diaspora members and officials.
India's flagship capacity-building initiative, more…
US Prez Trump tightens H-1B visa rules, introduces $100,000 annual fee
Washington: In a major setback for Indian tech professionals working in the United States and top tech companies, US President Donald Trump signed a proclamation to significantly curtail the H-1B visa programme. According to the…
China Committee Chairman meets Indian Envoy to US, hails India as ‘essential partner’
Washington: Indian Ambassador to the United States Vinay Kwatra met with House Select Committee on China Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) and discussed the significance of the India-US relationship.
According to a statement issued by the…
On UK trip, US President Trump highlights his ‘very good relationship’ with PM Modi
Washington: US President Donald Trump on Thursday spoke about India-US ties and his recent phone call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying he’s “very close to India” and has a “very good relationship” with the Indian PM. While…
Bangladesh: Protestors besiege local election office over constituency cuts
Dhaka,; Several protestors in Bagerhat district of Bangladesh besieged the local election office for the third consecutive day on Thursday, demanding that the district's previous four constituencies be reinstated.
The demonstrators under…
Uzbekistan: Experts from 10 nations discuss Yoga’s growing popularity in Central Asia
Tashkent Highlighting the growing relevance of Yoga in Central Asia, the 7th ICCR International Yoga Conference 2025 in Uzbekistan on Thursday brought together experts from 10 nations, including India, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan,…
Will study implications for national security: India on Saudi-Pakistan Defence pact
New Delhi; As Saudi Arabia and Pakistan signed a strategic mutual Defence pact, India said on Thursday it is carefully studying the implications of the agreement for its national security and regional stability, while reiterating its…
B’desh ex-PM Hasina, family members barred from casting votes in Feb elections
Dhaka; Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and several of her family members will be barred from voting in next year's election as their National Identity (NID) Cards are blocked, local media reported.
Election Commission (EC)…
Trump declares ‘Antifa’ a ‘major terrorist organisation’ days after Charlie…
Washington; US President Donald Trump on Thursday (Indian time) officially designated Antifa as a "major terrorist organisation", days after the killing of his close aide and right-wing political activist Charlie Kirk. "I am pleased to…
US Fed decision paves the way for RBI to go for more rate cuts: Analysts
New Delhi: The long-anticipated rate cut by the US Federal Reserve clearly paves the way for the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to move to cut rates further to spur growth in the economy, analysts said on Thursday. Announcing the cut that…
“The Gates Foundation values our partnership with the Government of India immensely”:…
Washington, DC : Bill Gates, founder of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and former CEO of Microsoft, on Wednesday extended his wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the occasion of his 75th birthday.
In his message, Gates said,…
“Modi Ji has always been a good friend to me and to Britain”: Rishi Sunak on PM…
London : Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Rishi Sunak on Wednesday extended greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the latter's 75th birthday."It is a great pleasure to wish Prime Minister Modi a happy 75th birthday. In…
“Proud to share such a strong friendship with India”: Australian PM Albanese wishes PM…
Canberra : Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Wednesday extended warm birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling him a "friend" and praising the strong ties between India and Australia. In a video message shared…
PM Modi thanks “friend” Donald Trump for birthday greetings; says committed to taking…
New Delhi : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday thanked US President Donald Trump for his phone call and greetings on his 75th birthday and said he, like the US leader, is fully committed to taking the India-US Comprehensive and Global…
Trump calls PM Modi to convey birthday wishes, expresses gratitude for support on…
Washington : US President Donald Trump extended 75th birthday wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi through a phone call, and expressed gratitude for support on ending the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. In a post on his social media…
US to begin applying tariff on Japanese automakers, Korean cars subject to 25 pc levy
Washington; US President Donald Trump's administration will start implementing a lowered tariff of 15 per cent on Japanese automobiles this week, in line with a bilateral trade deal. In a notice posted on the Federal Register, the…
Israel says it struck Hezbollah site in Lebanon, one wounded
Jerusalem:The Israeli military said that it struck a Hezbollah command site in southern Lebanon, as cross-border tensions persist despite a ceasefire. Lebanon's state-run National News Agency said Israeli drones fired two missiles at a car…
DNA evidence links suspect to Charlie Kirk’s killing: FBI
Washington; US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel said that investigators have found DNA evidence tying alleged Charlie Kirk assassin Tyler Robinson to last week's crime scene. "We have the DNA on the screwdriver that…
As US Trade Envoy lands in India, analyst says ‘narrow’ package could deliver an early deal
Washington; As US Assistant Trade Representative for South and Central Asia, Brendan Lynch travels to India for trade negotiations on Tuesday, experts in Washington believe that the resumption in negotiations indicates a positive trend and…
Nepal announces Rs 1.5mn relief for Gen Z protest martyrs amid historic political shift
Kathmandu; In the aftermath of Nepal’s most intense youth-led uprising, the government has announced a relief package for the families of those who lost their lives during the Gen Z movement.
The decision was finalised in a Cabinet meeting…
