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Taiwan detects 19 Chinese aircraft, 8 vessels around its territory

Taipei | February 15, 2025 8:12:36 AM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) detected 19 People's Liberation Army (PLA) aircraft, eight People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) vessels, and one official ship operating in the region up until 6 am (UTC+8) today. ... read..

India's Permanent Mission to UN in New York commemorates World Hindi Day

New York | February 15, 2025 7:12:38 AM IST

India's Permanent Mission to the UN in New York commemorated World Hindi Day in the Mission on February 13. The theme of the event was "Multilingualism and the promotion of Hindi abroad." ... read..

Ras Al Khaimah Ruler welcomes Michigan Governor, witnesses signing of agreement aimed at driving innovation, economic growth

Middle East | February 15, 2025 7:12:35 AM IST

Ras Al Khaimah [UAE], February 15 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, welcomed Gretchen Whitmer, Governor of the US State of Michigan, in Ras Al Khaimah today along with her accompanying delegatio ... read..

US Army to no longer allow transgender people to enlist in military

Washington, DC | February 15, 2025 6:12:40 AM IST

The US Army has announced that it will no longer allow transgender people to enlist in the military and will stop facilitating procedures related to gender transformation for service members. ... read..

Israel: Thousands of immigrants needed emotional support since start of war

Middle East | February 15, 2025 6:12:38 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], February 15 (ANI/TPS): Over 7,000 new immigrants have sought emotional support since the outbreak of the Iron Sword War, reported Israel's Ministry of Immigration and Absorption. Over two and a half million Shekels (USD 700,000) have be ... read..

UAE: Al Zeyoudi engages with senior officials, ministers to accelerate trade ties in high-potential markets

Middle East | February 15, 2025 6:12:37 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], February 15 (ANI/WAM): Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, has held a series of high-level meetings with senior officials, ministers, and business leaders during the World Governments Summit, in which he underline ... read..

"Don't know what will happen tomorrow at 12 o'clock": Trump reiterates his call on Hamas to release hostages

Washington, DC | February 15, 2025 5:42:40 AM IST

US President Donald Trump said on Friday (local time) that he was not sure what would happen on Saturday at noon, a reference to the deadline he put in place earlier this week, saying "let all hell break out" if Hamas does not release hostages still being ... read..

White House bans Associated Press from accessing Oval Office and Air Force One

Washington, DC | February 15, 2025 4:42:41 AM IST

The White House on Friday announced that it has indefinitely banned The Associated Press (AP) from accessing the Oval Office and Air Force One indefinitely, CNN reported. The news agency was singled out by the White House earlier this week over its use of ... read..

EAM Jaishankar, Germany's Defence Minister Pistorius discuss bilateral cooperation, Ukraine development

Munich | February 15, 2025 4:12:38 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a meeting with Germany's Defence Minister Boris Pistorius on Friday (local time) on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference. The two leaders held talks on bilateral cooperation and Ukraine's development. ... read..

Jaishankar discusses ongoing efforts towards resolution of Ukraine war with his counterpart Sybiha

Munich | February 15, 2025 4:12:36 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a meeting with his Ukrainian counterpart Ukrainian counterpart Andrii Sybiha on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference (MSC) in Germany's Munich on Friday (local time). Jaishankar and Sybiha discussed o ... read..

Jaishankar highlights India as democracy that delivers in panel discussion at Munich Security Conference

Munich | February 15, 2025 3:12:37 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has expressed optimism over the direction of India's democracy and stressed that India's democracy has delivered. He spoke how the elections are conducted in India and mentioned about recent elections in Delhi and pa ... read..

Trump believes tariffs are method by which economic balance can be done: Former envoy to US Taranjit Sandhu

New Delhi | February 15, 2025 2:42:35 AM IST

Former Indian Ambassador to the US, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, has shed light on Donald Trump's stance on tariffs, stating that the US President believes tariffs are a means to achieve economic balance. ... read..

"Look forward to strengthening India-US friendship": US Intelligence Chief on meeting PM Modi

Washington, DC | February 15, 2025 1:42:47 AM IST

US Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard said on Friday (local time) that it was "honour" to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the US and she looked forward to strengthening friendship between two nations. ... read..

India, France hold Bilateral Dialogue on Disarmament and Non-Proliferation in Paris

Paris | February 15, 2025 1:42:44 AM IST

India and France held Bilateral Dialogue on Disarmament and Non-Proliferation in Paris on Friday and discussed developments in the field of disarmament and non-proliferation relating to the nuclear, chemical, biological domains, and outer space security, ... read..

PM Modi, President Trump boost bilateral ties with 'Mission 500', co-production in defence, US-India COMPACT

Washington DC | February 15, 2025 1:42:42 AM IST

India and the US bolstered their ties during two-day visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi with a series of initiatives across domains including 'Mission 500', 10-year framework for major defence partnership and decisions concerning energy trade and civil ... read..

PM Modi arrives in Delhi after concluding his visit to France, US

New Delhi | February 15, 2025 12:42:44 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Palam airport in Delhi on Friday after concluding his two-nation visit to France and the US. ... read..

Israel PM's office announces identity of three hostages set to be released on Saturday

Tel Aviv | February 15, 2025 12:42:42 AM IST

Israel's Prime Minister's Office said on Friday that it had received the names of three male hostages - Sagui Dekel Chen, Sasha Troufanov and Iair Horn set to be released by Hamas on Saturday, as part of the sixth hostage prisoner exchange under the ongoi ... read..

Indian student community contributes over USD 8 billion annually to US economy, helps create jobs

Washington DC | February 15, 2025 12:42:41 AM IST

Noting that more than 3,00,000 strong Indian student community contributes over USD 8 billion annually to the US economy and has helped create a number of direct and indirect jobs, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump have expressed ... read..

Supreme Organising Committee of IDEX, NAVDEX 2025, International Defence Conference reviews final preparations ahead of global event

Middle East | February 14, 2025 11:42:47 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], February 14 (ANI/WAM): The Supreme Organising Committee of the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX) and the Naval Defence and Maritime Security Exhibition (NAVDEX) 2025 and the accompanying International Defence Conference convened a c ... read..

More than 120 armed conflicts rage across globe: ICRC

Europe | February 14, 2025 11:13:08 PM IST

Geneva [Switzerland], February 14 (ANI/WAM): President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), Mirjana Spoljaric, said that there are more than 120 active armed conflicts across various parts of the world, accompanied by extreme violence, ... read..

World Governments Summit to hold next edition from 3-5 February 2026

Middle East | February 14, 2025 11:13:07 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], February 14 (ANI/WAM): Under the directives of President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the next edition of the World Governments Summit (WGS) will take place ... read..

MoS Agriculture underscores India-Brazil ties during meeting with Governor Ronaldo Caiado

New Delhi | February 14, 2025 11:12:58 PM IST

Governor Ronaldo Caiado, of the state of Goias, Brazil met Bhagirath Choudhary, Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare at Krishi Bhawan here on Friday. The meeting provided a valuable opportunity to strengthen the bilateral relationship be ... read..

34th Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge set for thrilling showdown

Middle East | February 14, 2025 11:12:57 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], February 14 (ANI/WAM): A world-class field of drivers and riders is ready to tackle Abu Dhabi's dunes in Round 2 of the FIA and FIM World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC). With the final entry lists confirmed for the highly anticipated 2025 ... read..

FOCP leads initiatives during 10th Gulf Cancer Awareness Week

Middle East | February 14, 2025 11:12:55 PM IST

Sharjah [UAE], February 14 (ANI/WAM): Friends of Cancer Patients (FOCP) is running a series of impactful initiatives throughout the whole month of February 2025 to mark the 10th edition of Gulf Cancer Awareness Week, reinforcing its commitment to cancer a ... read..

Pak: Blast near security convoy injures two

Bannu | February 14, 2025 11:12:52 PM IST

A powerful explosion near a security convoy in Bannu on Friday, injured two security personnel, ARY News reported. ... read..

India-Switzerland review global matters in 13th Annual Bilateral Political Consultations

New Delhi | February 14, 2025 11:12:42 PM IST

Ministry of External Affairs Secretary West, Tanmay Lal, and Swiss State Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Alexandre Fasel held 13th round of annual bilateral political consultations, a statement by the Ministry of External Affairs said on Friday. ... read..

US offering India top-of-the-line defence equipment, major defence partnerships will be signed: Former envoy Sandhu

New Delhi | February 14, 2025 10:42:55 PM IST

Taranjit Singh Sandhu, Former Ambassador of India the US and BJP leader said on Friday that the US has agreed to sell sophisticated defence equipment to India. ... read..

Digital School launches 'Skills Academies' initiative

Middle East | February 14, 2025 10:42:43 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], February 14 (ANI/WAM): In a pioneering step towards advancing economic and social development through capacity building and skills enhancement, The Digital School, an initiative under Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI), ... read..

Union Minister Nityanand Rai raises concern on terror financing, points to cross-border linkages

Munich | February 14, 2025 9:42:38 PM IST

Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Nityanand Rai attended the fourth No Money for Terror (NMFT) Conference here. He headed the Indian Delegation at this event. ... read..

Illegals an international issue, government takes up any mistreatment of deported Indians with US: Former envoy Sandhu

New Delhi | February 14, 2025 9:42:36 PM IST

Noting that the presence of illegal immigrants is an international issue, India's former Ambassador to the US and BJP leader Taranjit Singh Sandhu has said that the ecosystem of human trafficking needs to be tackled and the real solution to this lies in ... read..

Pakistan: BYC condemns actions of 'state-sponsored militias' against Baloch people

Balochistan | February 14, 2025 9:12:43 PM IST

The leading Baloch human rights body, Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), condemned the firing by 'state-sponsored militias,' which resulted in the injury of an individual who later succumbed to his wounds. ... read..

Mission 500: Modi-Trump aim to boost bilateral trade to USD 500 billion by 2030, says Taranjit Singh Sandhu

New Delhi | February 14, 2025 8:42:39 PM IST

Former Ambassador of India to the US and BJP leader Taranjit Singh Sandhu on Friday spoke about the importance of trade between India and the US, highlighting the discussions between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump. ... read..

"People threatening Indian interests need to watch out": Former envoy Sandhu lauds Trump's decision to extradite Tahawwur Rana

New Delhi | February 14, 2025 8:13:03 PM IST

Former Ambassador of India to the US Taranji Singh Sandhu has said that US President Donald Trump's announcement about the extradition of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack accused Tahawwur Rana to India sends a clear message and people indulging in such acti ... read..

MoS Savitri Thakur meets Jamaican delegation in New York, nutritional outcome tracker- Poshan gets centre stage in discussions

New York | February 14, 2025 8:12:44 PM IST

A high-level bilateral discussion took place in New York after the 63rd session of the Commission for Social Development meeting between the Indian delegation headed by Minister of State for Women and Child Development Savitri Thakur and the Jamaican team ... read..

Couples in Nepal go on "Clay-date" celebrating Valentine's Day

Kathmandu | February 14, 2025 7:42:42 PM IST

Moulding clay into various shapes, creatures, and materials, couples in Nepal found a new way to express their love on Valentine's Day. The couples went on a clay date, working hand-on-hand to mould shapes. ... read..

US to become key supplier of crude oil and gas to India as energy security ties strengthen

Washington DC | February 14, 2025 7:42:38 PM IST

Following a meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump, the two leaders strengthened their energy security partnership and stressed the growing collaboration between India and the United States, said MEA in its official sta ... read..

Trump gifts Modi 'Journey Together' photobook, personalises it with "Mr Prime Minister, you are great"

Washington DC | February 14, 2025 7:42:36 PM IST

US President Donald Trump presented "great friend for a long time" Prime Minister Narendra Modi with a personalised book capturing their camaraderie over the years, during the meeting of the two leaders at the White House in Washington DC on February 13. ... read..

Earthquake of 4.2 magnitude jolts Afghanistan

Kabul | February 14, 2025 7:12:57 PM IST

An earthquake of magnitude 4.2 on the Richter Scale jolted Afghanistan on Friday, according to a statement by the National Center for Seismology (NCS). ... read..

Human Rights activists slams UK government over China ties amid Wang Yi's visit

London (UK) | February 14, 2025 7:12:53 PM IST

Human rights advocates have slammed the UK government for welcoming Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in an attempt to "normalise" ties between the UK and China. Rahima Mahmut, Executive Director of Stop Uyghur Genocide, has denounced the move as a capitul ... read..

Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists vows to continue protests against PECA amendments, calls it 'Media Martial Law'

Asia | February 14, 2025 6:42:43 PM IST

The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) has warned of continuing protests against the PECA amendments, even if the government secures a favorable ruling from the courts. The agitation entered its second day on Thursday, according to a report by D ... read..

Tokyo strengthens global start-up network with SusHi Tech 2025

Tokyo | February 14, 2025 6:13:02 PM IST

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government will organise the third annual global start-up conference, Sustainable High City Tech Tokyo (SusHi Tech Tokyo), this May. ... read..

Yamaha Motor unveils Next-Gen Smart Factory for enhanced Production

Tokyo | February 14, 2025 6:12:53 PM IST

Yamaha Motor manufactures four million motorcycles in its global factories. ... read..

India, US ask Pakistan to ensure its territory not used for cross-border terrorist attacks

Washington DC | February 14, 2025 6:12:41 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that India and the United States have stood firmly together in the fight against terrorism and agree that concerted action is necessary to tackle cross-border terrorism. ... read..

"SAMVAD highlights Asian century social values, not only economic values": PM Modi

Asia | February 14, 2025 5:42:50 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday stated that the SAMVAD (Global Hindu Buddhist Initiative) programme in Thailand highlights the concept of the Asian century extending beyond economic values to encompass social values. ... read..

India, US unveil key technology and space initiatives in Modi-Trump meet

Washington DC | February 14, 2025 5:42:41 PM IST

India and the US launched major initiatives following a meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump at the White House, focusing on advancing cooperation in emerging technologies, AI, and civil space. ... read..

Tokyo gears up for SusHi Tech 2025 with cutting-edge innovations

Tokyo | February 14, 2025 5:13:05 PM IST

Tokyo is set to host the third edition of SusHi Tech Tokyo in May 2025, an event dedicated to fostering innovation and sustainability in urban development. ... read..

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri rules out potential mediation offer by US between India, China

Washington DC | February 14, 2025 4:43:08 PM IST

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri has reaffirmed India's commitment to resolving its issues with China through bilateral dialogue, dismissing the need for external mediation. ... read..

Modi-Trump bonhomie rattles Pakistan, Pak MoFA "expresses concern" over potential F-35 transfer

Islamabad | February 14, 2025 4:42:58 PM IST

With US President Donald Trump stating that his administration is paving the way to provide India with F35 stealth fighters, Pakistan on Friday expressed concerns saying that the move will disrupt the regional military balance, undermine strategic stabili ... read..

India-Switzerland economic ties set to strengthen with new investment pact; no impact of MFN suspension on Indian companies: Top Swiss official

New Delhi | February 14, 2025 4:42:53 PM IST

State Secretary for Foreign Affairs in Switzerland, Alexandre Fasel, on Thursday, said that India and Switzerland are poised to strengthen their economic ties through a new bilateral investment treaty. ... read..

Quetta-Karachi highway blocked as protest erupts over enforced disappearance in Balochistan

Mangochar | February 14, 2025 4:42:41 PM IST

The main roadway in Mangochar has been blocked for several hours by a sit-in protest against a man's enforced disappearance. ... read..

"India is friends with everybody": Swiss State Secretary confident in nation's ability to play positive role in global affairs

New Delhi | February 14, 2025 3:42:51 PM IST

As the world grapples with conflicts like the Russia-Ukraine war, Swiss State Secretary Alexandre Fasel has highlighted India's potential to play a larger, positive role in global affairs, citing its friendly relations with all countries and its position ... read..

"India's Act East, Thailand's Act West policies foster mutual growth": PM Modi at SAMVAD

New Delhi | February 14, 2025 3:42:42 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday highlighted the complementary nature of India's Act East policy and Thailand's Act West policy, emphasizing that both promote mutual progress and prosperity, strengthening the ties between the two nations. ... read..

Switzerland exposes China's repressive influence on Tibetans and Uyghurs in new report

Geneva | February 14, 2025 3:13:15 PM IST

The Swiss Office of Tibet has raised concerns regarding China's increasing influence and meddling since 2019. During Sikyong Penpa Tsering's official visit to Switzerland, multiple requests were made to the Swiss Federal government to resolve these issues ... read..

BNM Chief Naseem Baloch slams Pakistan's targeted killings of Baloch intellectuals

Balochistan | February 14, 2025 3:13:05 PM IST

Dr Naseem Baloch, chairman of the Baloch National Movement (BNM), has vehemently denounced the deliberate targeting of Baloch researchers, educators, and intellectuals. ... read..

Trump gifts Modi 'Journey Together' photobook, personalises it with

Washington DC | February 14, 2025 3:13:02 PM IST

Air Arabia reports record AED 1.6 bn profit in 2024

Middle East | February 14, 2025 3:12:50 PM IST

Sharjah [UAE], February 14 (ANI/WAM): Air Arabia today announced its financial and operational results for the full year ending December 31, 2024. ... read..

UAE delivers 10 aid convoys to Gaza

Middle East | February 14, 2025 3:12:43 PM IST

Gaza [Gaza City], February 14 (ANI/WAM): Ten convoys carrying humanitarian aid from the UAE, a generous contribution from Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, the "Mother of the Nation," Chairwoman of the General Women's Union, President of the Supreme Council fo ... read..

Pakistan: Explosion in Balochistan kills nine labourers, several injured

Islamabad | February 14, 2025 2:12:47 PM IST

A devastating explosion in Balochistan's Harnai region on Friday claimed the lives of at least nine labourers and left seven others critically injured, The Express Tribune reported on Friday. ... read..

Australia expresses concern over "unsafe and unprofessional" encounter with Chinese aircraft

Canberra | February 14, 2025 2:12:40 PM IST

The Australian Government has raised concerns with China following an incident involving a Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft and a People's Liberation Army-Air Force (PLA-AF) J-16 fighter aircraft in the South China ... read..

"Thoughtful", "deeply knowledgeable": Vivek Ramaswamy on meeting with PM Modi

Washington, DC | February 14, 2025 1:12:47 PM IST

Indian-origin entrepreneur and Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy on Friday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi following their meeting at the Blair House in Washington DC, calling the PM "thoughtful" and "deeply knowledgeable" on a wide range of issues. ... read..

CCP-linked CEO in US defence supply chain sparks national security alarm

Washington DC | February 14, 2025 1:12:37 PM IST

An immigrant with close connections to Chinese Communist Party (CCP) intelligence and influence organisations owns a defence contractor that provides parts for US military aircraft and counsels the US government on supply chain security, according to a Da ... read..

Hope relations with Bangladesh moves forward in constructive, stable way says Foreign Secretary Misri after Modi-Trump talks

Washington DC | February 14, 2025 12:42:35 PM IST

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Thursday (local time) said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had shared concerns over the recent developments in Bangladesh with Donald Trump during his meeting with the US President. ... read..

India, US to sign 10-year framework for Major Defence Partnership,' review arms transfer regulations

New Delhi | February 14, 2025 11:42:38 AM IST

India and the US are set to begin talks to sign this year a new 10-year defence framework that will run from 2025 to 2035 and is expected to be finalized later this year. ... read..

India, US announces ASIA initiative for underwater domain awareness

New Delhi | February 14, 2025 11:42:33 AM IST

India and the US have unveiled a new initiative for their defence cooperation, the Autonomous Systems Industry Alliance (ASIA), aimed at scaling industry partnerships and enhancing production of autonomous systems which will foster next generation defence ... read..

PM Modi looks forward to hosting US President Trump at Quad Leaders' Summit in New Delhi: MEA

New Delhi | February 14, 2025 11:12:47 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to the United States extended an invitation to President Donald Trump for the Quad Leaders' Summit, which will be hosted by India later this year, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said. ... read..

"We missed you a lot": President Trump showers praises, extends warm gestures during PM Modi's US visit

Washington DC | February 14, 2025 11:12:39 AM IST

US President Donald Trump displayed warmth and camaraderie towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to the United States, further strengthening the bond between the two leaders and deepening ties between the two nations. ... read..

"He's a great leader... He is a special man": What President Trump said about PM Modi during US visit

Washington DC | February 14, 2025 10:42:36 AM IST

During his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, US President Donald Trump hailed him as a "great leader" and praised his remarkable work in India and his global recognition. Trump also praised PM Modi's negotiation skills, calling him a tougher and ... read..

"India, US commit to tackling illegal immigration, human trafficking": Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri

Washington DC | February 14, 2025 12:12:55 PM IST

Following the bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri highlighted discussions on illegal immigration, strategic cooperation, and economic engagement between India and the United Sta ... read..

India, US aim to double bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030 with Mission-500: Foreign Secy Misri

Washington DC | February 14, 2025 9:42:45 AM IST

Following the bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri provided a detailed overview of the key initiatives launched during the visit and said that the leaders launched Mission-500 in ... read..

Modi emplanes for India after "productive and substantive" US visit

Washington DC | February 14, 2025 9:42:44 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on his return journey to New Delhi after successfully concluding a "productive and substantive" visit to the United States. ... read..

MAGA plus MIGA becomes a "MEGA partnership for prosperity": PM Modi on strengthening India-US ties

Washington DC | February 14, 2025 9:12:36 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday drew a parallel between India's "Viksit Bharat" vision and the "Make America Great Again" (MAGA) slogan in the United States, coining the term "Make India Great Again" (MIGA). ... read..

PM Modi, US President Trump discuss strengthening bilateral partnerships across various sectors

Washington, DC | February 14, 2025 8:42:36 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with US President Donald Trump at the White House in Washington, DC, on Thursday (local time) to discuss strengthening the India-US bilateral partnership across various sectors. ... read..

"Two countries never discuss such individual issues...": PM Modi's retort to question on 'Adani case

Washington, DC | February 14, 2025 8:12:36 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a sharp retort to a question on whether the Adani Group case featured in the discussions between him and US President Donald Trump and said two prominent leaders of two countries never discuss such individual issues" ... read..

India ready to take back its citizens living illegally in US, need to end ecosystem of human trafficking: PM Modi

Washington DC | February 14, 2025 7:12:34 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said India is willing to take back its nationals if they live illegally in the United States and laid emphasis on the need to finish the "ecosystem" of human trafficking. ... read..

US to pave way for providing F-35 stealth fighter planes to India, increase military sales: President Trump

Washington DC | February 14, 2025 6:42:39 AM IST

In a significant announcement, US President Donald Trump on Thursday said that the United States will be increasing its military sales to India by billions of dollars and his administration is paving the way to provide India with F35 Stealth fighters. ... read..

I welcome President Trump's initiatives to resolve Russia-Ukraine war, hope he succeeds soon: PM Modi

Washington DC | February 14, 2025 6:42:37 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed the efforts made by US President Donald Trump towards resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict and reiterated India's position that the conflict should be resolved on the negotiating table. ... read..

"PM Modi much tougher negotiator than me, there is not even contest": US President Trump

Washington, DC | February 14, 2025 6:42:36 AM IST

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday (local time) that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is a much "tougher negotiator" than him and stressed that there is not even a contest. He made these remarks during a joint press conference with PM Modi. ... read..

India, US set USD 500 billion target for bilateral trade by 2030, says PM Modi

Washington, DC | February 14, 2025 6:12:37 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday (local time) that India and the US have set a USD 500 billion target for bilateral trade by 2023 and added that the teams of two nations will work together to finalise a mutually beneficial trade agreement. ... read..

Trump approves 26/11 Mumbai terror attack accused Tahawwur Rana's extradition to India

Washington DC | February 14, 2025 5:42:37 AM IST

US President Donald Trump on Thursday announced the extradition of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack accused Tahawwur Rana to India and said he will face justice. ... read..

"We have great unity, friendship, he and I and our countries": Trump tells PM Modi

Washington, DC | February 14, 2025 5:12:35 AM IST

US President Donald Trump said that he and Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the two nations have "great unity and great friendship." He called it "important" to remain united as nations. ... read..

"Honour to have PM Modi, he is great friend of mine for long time": US President Donald Trump

Washington, DC | February 14, 2025 4:42:43 AM IST

US President Donald Trump has said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been his "great friend" for a long time and stressed that it is "great honour" to have him at the White House. ... read..

"We will work with twice the speed...delighted to see you back in the White House," PM Modi tells President Trump

Washington DC | February 14, 2025 4:42:40 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi told US President Donald Trump on Thursday that he is delighted to see him back at the White House for a second term and expressed confidence that the two countries will continue to advance India-US strategic partnership with ... read..

Trump welcomes PM Modi with hug at White House, says "we missed you a lot"

Washington, DC | February 14, 2025 4:42:35 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump shared a hug as the latter welcomed the former at the White House on Thursday (local time). ... read..

President Trump stresses need to end Ukraine war, calls for Russia's readmission into G7

Washington DC | February 14, 2025 4:12:45 AM IST

US President Donald Trump on Thursday (local time) again asserted the need to end the "ridiculous war" between Russia and Ukraine, citing the massive loss of lives and infrastructure. ... read..

US President Donald Trump hugs PM Modi while welcoming him at White House

Washington, DC | February 14, 2025 4:12:38 AM IST

US President Donald Trump welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the West Wing lobby in the White House in Washington, DC on Thursday (local time). The two leaders shared a warm hug as they greeted each other. ... read..

"BRICS is dead": Donald Trump reiterates 100 pc tariff threat on BRICS nations

Washington, DC | February 14, 2025 3:42:36 AM IST

US President Donald Trump has said that BRICS was created for a bad purpose and most people don't want it. He said that BRICS is dead and reiterated his threat to BRICS nations, saying he would impose a 100 per cent tariff on the bloc if they try to repla ... read..

PM Modi meets US President Donald Trump at White House

Washington, DC | February 14, 2025 4:12:43 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met US President Donald Trump here on Thursday. It is the first meeting between the two leaders in the second term of President Trump. ... read..

'Canada has been very bad to us, they have to start paying up': Donald Trump

Washington DC | February 14, 2025 3:12:40 AM IST

US President Donald Trump reiterated his offer to make Canada the 51st US state while accusing Ottawa of being "very brutal" to Washington in terms of trade. ... read..

PM Modi meets Vivek Ramaswamy in US, discusses innovation and culture

Washington, DC | February 14, 2025 2:42:41 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with Indian-origin entrepreneur and Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy and his father-in-law at Blair House in Washington, DC on Thursday and discussed various issues, including innovation, culture and more. ... read..

Trump slams India's "high tariffs", says reciprocal tariffs will boost US jobs and production

New Delhi | February 14, 2025 2:42:39 AM IST

An hour before his bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, US President Donald Trump again commented on India's tariff structure, saying "they have the highest tariffs" and "it is a hard place to do business". ... read..

PM Modi, President Trump's "strong rapport" will further strengthen India-US relations: Defence expert Dhruv Katoch

New Delhi | February 14, 2025 2:12:39 AM IST

Terming the ongoing visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the United States as "very important", Defence expert Dhruv C Katoch, said that the "strong rapport" between PM Modi and US President Donald Trump will further strengthen the relationship betwee ... read..

India, Switzerland hold 13th round of Foreign Office Consultations in Delhi

New Delhi | February 14, 2025 2:12:35 AM IST

US Senate confirms Robert F Kennedy Jr as Health and Human Services Secretary

Washington, DC | February 14, 2025 2:12:34 AM IST

The US Senate on Thursday voted to confirm Robert F Kennedy Jr, an anti-vaccine activist as US Health and Human Services Secretary, NBC News reported. ... read..

"Pleasure and honour to welcome PM Modi": Vivek Ramaswamy after bilateral meeting

Washington DC | February 14, 2025 1:42:42 AM IST

Indian-origin entrepreneur and Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy, said he had a "great meeting" with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Blaire House, and it was a "pleasure and honour" to welcome the PM in the US. ... read..

Trump announces equivalent reciprocal tariffs on all countries exporting to US

New Delhi | February 14, 2025 1:42:41 AM IST

US President Donald Trump announced the reciprocal tariff policy on Thursday. ... read..

US: Members of Indian diaspora outside Blair House chant slogans "Vande Mataram", "Modi Modi"

Washington, DC | February 14, 2025 1:42:37 AM IST

Members of the Indian diaspora gathered outside Blair House in Washington, DC and shouted slogans - "Vande Mataram", 'Bharat Mata ki Jai' and "Modi Modi." The Prime Minister is staying at Blair House during this visit to the US. ... read..

India Australia hold Senior Officials' Consultation on Antarctica

New Delhi | February 14, 2025 1:42:36 AM IST

The first India-Australia Senior Officials' Consultation (SOC) on Antarctica took place in virtual mode on Thursday, the Ministry of External Affairs said. ... read..

US: Mobile billboard advertising truck displays boards featuring pictures of PM Modi, Trump

Washington, DC | February 14, 2025 1:12:35 AM IST

A mobile billboard advertising truck in Washington, DC has displayed boards featuring pictures of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump and a message that reads, "Paving the Path for Progress, US-India Alliance in Developing Skilled W ... read..

"Delight to meet Elon Musk's family": PM Modi after call-on by Tesla CEO accompanied by his kids

Washington DC | February 14, 2025 1:12:32 AM IST

Tesla CEO Elon Musk called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi with his family at the Blair House in Washington DC on Thursday and discussed strengthening collaboration between Indian and US entities in innovation, space exploration, artificial intelligence, ... read..

USISPF gives special welcome to PM Modi with front page display in top newspapers

Washington DC | February 14, 2025 12:42:41 AM IST

In a special gesture, US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF), celebrated the India-US partnership on the front pages of top US newspapers ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's meeting with President Donald Trump. ... read..

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