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PM Modi proposes UPI link to boost trade and tourism at BIMSTEC Summit

PM Modi also suggested new steps to increase trade and cooperation among BIMSTEC nations

China hits back with 34% tariff on US goods after Trump's trade salvo

China hits back at Trump's tariff hike with a 34% duty on all US goods from April 10, escalating tensions as fears of a deepening trade war between the two growing nations

India to help rebuild Myanmar infrastructure, cultural sites after quake

The earthquake has left a trail of destruction, particularly in central regions like Sagaing and Mandalay where numerous bridges have collapsed

PM Modi meets Myanmar military leader at BIMSTEC Summit, extends support

This was the first direct interaction between the Indian Prime Minister and the leader of Myanmar's military government, which came to power after a coup in February 2021

PM Modi, Bangladesh's Yunus discuss minority safety and Hasina extradition

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bangladesh's Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus had their first high-level meeting since the ousting of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in August last year

PM Modi offers linking UPI with payment systems of BIMSTEC nations

Prime Minister also proposed to set up a Bimstec Chamber of Commerce, organise annual business summits and explore promoting trade in local currencies within the region

Donald Trump cuts India tariff to 26% from 27% in final White House list

Trump's 27% tariff on Indian imports has been quietly revised to 26% after discrepancies in White House documents sparked confusion among trade watchers and officials

PM Modi holds first talks with Bangladesh CA Yunus after Hasina exit

India-Bangladesh ties have been strained following reports of violence against Hindu minorities in Bangladesh and India's decision to grant asylum to former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina

PM Modi offers help to Myanmar Senior General as nation recovers from quake

Modi met Senior General Min, the head of Myanmar's military government, on the sidelines of the Summit meeting of the leaders of the Bimstec grouping

Quad joins forces to streamline aid delivery for Myanmar quake victims

In a joint statement from the governments of the United States, Australia, India, and Japan, the Quad countries extended their deepest sympathies and condolences to the people of Myanmar and Thailand

India, Thailand support rules-based order in Indo-Pacific: PM Modi

Modi, who arrived here on a two-day visit to attend the 6th BIMSTEC summit, earlier received a Guard of Honour and also witnessed a mesmerising Ramakien -- Thai Ramayana performance

US reciprocal tariffs: India-China ties see signs of thaw amid uneasy times

While border issues remain, Trump's tariff war seen as influencing the neighbours' relationship

PM Modi's Sri Lanka visit aims to counter China's growing influence

Investment in the Port City, seen as a micro version of the Dubai International Financial Centre, is, however, not a priority for India

India, US seek to expedite bilateral trade agreement talks to boost trade

The keenness to expedite the talks came in the backdrop of the USA's decision to impose additional 27 per cent import duty on Indian goods from April 9 this year

Dark clouds overshadowing Pakistan will soon evaporate: Imran Khan

Khan said the "peon government" was determined to keep him imprisoned as they were obsessed with clinging to power

Tata Advanced Systems buys 7.4 lakh sq ft land in Karnataka for Rs 29 cr

The firm has purchased the land for aircraft manufacturing - final assembly line including maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO)

Looking to intensify ties with India in coming years: German envoy

In October 2024, Prime Minister Modi and Chancellor Olaf Scholz had co-chaired the 7th Intergovernmental Consultations here during his visit to India

Global order under churn, every region needs to look out for itself: EAM

Addressing the 20th Bimstec Ministerial, Jaishankar said shorter supply chains and immediate neighbours have a salience much more than before

Kathua combing op enters 12th day to track down terrorists on the run

To dismantle the overground network supporting terrorists, security agencies are focusing on OGWs and cracking down on them to cut off the supply of food, shelter, and guidance in the hills

PM Modi visits Thailand for BIMSTEC Summit, to travel to Sri Lanka next

PM Modi visits Thailand today for the BIMSTEC Summit, joining leaders from Thailand, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Myanmar, and Bhutan to discuss regional cooperation