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Targeting India over Ukraine war 'unjustified', says EAM S Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar raised concerns over tariffs and criticism linked to India's Russia ties during talks with visiting Polish Deputy PM Radoslaw Sikorski in New Delhi

Targeting India over Ukraine war 'unjustified', says EAM S Jaishankar
Updated On : 19 Jan 2026 | 10:38 PM IST

India, UAE set $200 billion trade target, deepen nuclear and infra ties

India, UAE announced a dozen outcomes after talks between PM Modi and President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, including a $200 billion trade target, nuclear cooperation and new investments

India, UAE set $200 billion trade target, deepen nuclear and infra ties
Updated On : 19 Jan 2026 | 9:42 PM IST

Two busy weeks ahead for MEA as South Block readies hectic calendar

Radoslaw Sikorski, Polish deputy prime minister, who also holds the portfolio of foreign affairs, along with his spouse, journalist and historian Anne Applebaum, will be in India from Monday onwards

Two busy weeks ahead for MEA as South Block readies hectic calendar
Updated On : 18 Jan 2026 | 11:33 PM IST

India's Davos strategy gets eastern tilt: Assam, Jharkhand widen playbook

From clean energy to seafood exports, states line up investment pitches in Switzerland

India's Davos strategy gets eastern tilt: Assam, Jharkhand widen playbook
Updated On : 18 Jan 2026 | 11:30 PM IST

India, Japan to convene joint working group on critical minerals soon

Under the India-Japan economic security initiative, both sides will convene a private sector dialogue to enhance public-private cooperation in the field of economic security

India, Japan to convene joint working group on critical minerals soon
Updated On : 16 Jan 2026 | 11:38 PM IST

India engaging with US on Chabahar port sanctions waiver, says MEA

Given the rapid developments in US-Iran tensions and India's own strategic interests in the port, experts believe India will have to walk a tightrope on the issue for the foreseeable future

India engaging with US on Chabahar port sanctions waiver, says MEA
Updated On : 16 Jan 2026 | 9:34 PM IST

India, EU likely to conclude much awaited FTA talks on January 27

'Sensitive' agri issues may be off the table

India, EU likely to conclude much awaited FTA talks on January 27
Updated On : 15 Jan 2026 | 11:46 PM IST

Exit polls project Mahayuti win in BMC as Maharashtra polls see 50% turnout

Around half the electorate voted in the BMC and 28 other civic bodies in Maharashtra, with exit polls projecting a Mahayuti alliance win in Mumbai as counting is set for Friday

Exit polls project Mahayuti win in BMC as Maharashtra polls see 50% turnout
Updated On : 15 Jan 2026 | 11:07 PM IST

India, US restart virtual trade talks; Sergio Gor presents credentials

India and the US have resumed virtual talks on a bilateral trade deal after the holiday break, with both sides signalling commitment but no timeline yet for in-person negotiations

India, US restart virtual trade talks; Sergio Gor presents credentials
Updated On : 14 Jan 2026 | 10:59 PM IST

Brics crucial forum amid geopolitical challenges: EAM S Jaishankar

The minister said India's approach to the chairship of BRICS is 'humanity first' and 'people-centric'

Brics crucial forum amid geopolitical challenges: EAM S Jaishankar
Updated On : 13 Jan 2026 | 10:55 PM IST

India, Germany boost economic, technology and security ties ahead of EU FTA

Announce 27 outcomes, including 19 agreements, across sectors - from defence to semiconductors and supply chain

India, Germany boost economic, technology and security ties ahead of EU FTA
Updated On : 12 Jan 2026 | 10:24 PM IST

Considerable progress made in trade talks with EU: Foreign Secretary Misri

India is pushing hard to conclude the EU trade deal to diversify export markets as pressure builds elsewhere, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said after Modi-Merz talks

Considerable progress made in trade talks with EU: Foreign Secretary Misri
Updated On : 12 Jan 2026 | 10:21 PM IST

Centre, BJP counter Congress-led Opposition campaign against VB-G RAM G

As the Centre pushes VB-G RAM G to replace MGNREGA, the BJP and Congress lock horns over federalism, funding burdens and the future of rural jobs

Centre, BJP counter Congress-led Opposition campaign against VB-G RAM G
Updated On : 11 Jan 2026 | 10:42 PM IST

Trade, talent, tech on table as Friedrich Merz's visit begins on Monday

India, Germany to advance deals in semiconductors, green energy, mobility

Trade, talent, tech on table as Friedrich Merz's visit begins on Monday
Updated On : 11 Jan 2026 | 10:37 PM IST

MEA calls Howard Lutnick's remarks on India-US trade deal delay inaccurate

Modi, Trump spoke over phone on eight occasions, says MEA

MEA calls Howard Lutnick's remarks on India-US trade deal delay inaccurate
Updated On : 10 Jan 2026 | 12:16 AM IST

US exit from ISA: Consultative action needed to tackle issues, says India

India said it is closely tracking a proposed US Bill on Russian oil tariffs, reaffirmed its stance on energy security, and reiterated sovereignty claims over Shaksgam Valley

US exit from ISA: Consultative action needed to tackle issues, says India
Updated On : 09 Jan 2026 | 11:02 PM IST

After Census notification, Odisha and Uttar Pradesh chalk out plans

States begin planning Census 2027 houselisting from April, with Odisha and Uttar Pradesh among the first to roll out the digital exercise

After Census notification, Odisha and Uttar Pradesh chalk out plans
Updated On : 08 Jan 2026 | 11:07 PM IST

Madhav Gadgil: Ecologist who played key role in Western Ghats' conservation

Renowned ecologist Madhav Gadgil, whose work reshaped conservation policy and the Western Ghats debate, leaves behind a legacy rooted in science, equity and fearless truth-telling

Madhav Gadgil: Ecologist who played key role in Western Ghats' conservation
Updated On : 08 Jan 2026 | 10:27 PM IST
FY27 Budget presentation likely on Feb 1, Economic Survey on Jan 29
Updated On : 07 Jan 2026 | 11:28 PM IST

10 states, 4 Union ministers to take part in World Economic Forum summit

The huge Indian delegation to the WEF Annual Meeting, to be held from January 19 to 23, comes in the context of India's efforts at diversifying its exports and its search for rare earth minerals

10 states, 4 Union ministers to take part in World Economic Forum summit
Updated On : 06 Jan 2026 | 12:21 AM IST