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National security shapes business decisions, says EAM S Jaishankar

Jaishankar says trust and strategic partnerships are key in today's economy

India steadfast in its 'zero-tolerance' policy towards terrorism: Def Secy

The Indo-Pacific region, given its geopolitical and economic significance, is particularly vulnerable to transnational terrorism and violent extremism

Covert CIA bases in India? JFK files reveal hidden sites in Delhi, Kolkata

According to the declassified JFK documents, the CIA's New York division ran secret bases in several locations, including New Delhi and Kolkata, Pakistan's Rawalpindi, Sri Lanka's Colombo among other

No substitute for boots on the ground, tech only an enabler: CDS Chauhan

In an address at the Raisina Dialogue, Gen Chauhan described imparting appropriate training to military personnel to deal with hybrid warfare along with conventional war

India says Gaza situation concerning: 'Important to release all hostages'

Tuesday's attacks across Gaza marked Israel's most intense offensive since the ceasefire began on January 19

Tariffs and sanctions are now a reality in global trade, says S Jaishankar

The External Affairs Minister emphasised the growing weaponisation of economic activities, adding that financial flows, energy supplies, and technology are now being used in global competition

'India believes in inclusive, just order', says MoS Pabitra Margherita

Highlighting India's commitment to the LAC region, he mentioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi visiting Guayana recently and attending the India-CARICOM summit

India to explore green shipping and digital business with Singapore

India and Singapore are exploring the Green Digital Shipping Corridor that would link other international ports and marine industries

Maldives' security relies on good ties with India: Ex-President Nasheed

He acknowledged that there was a drop in the number of Indian tourists travelling to Maldives

Modi-Putin ties 'may be helpful' for war talks, says Polish deputy minister

He however clarified that he believes only United States President Donald Trump holds any leeway with President Putin

NZ Navy chief, COAS Dwivedi discuss ways to enhance defence cooperation

In a post on X, the Indian Army said, Rear Admiral Garin Golding, Chief of Navy, Royal New Zealand Navy called on General Upendra Dwivedi COAS

Expanding India-Georgia ties important for us: Georgian foreign minister

Bochorishvili also stressed the need for a structured political dialogue to explore untapped potential in trade, logistics, and education

Tourism Ministry working to ease visa processes for foreign travellers

Efforts on to attract more MICE visitors, global conferences

Won't compromise on territory, but ready for peace talks: Ukraine minister

Kiev is waiting for Russia's response, expected later today during a call between Trump and Putin, Andrii Sybiha said at Raisina Dialogue

International order needs to be fair to be effective: EAM Jaishankar

Says longest-standing illegal occupation post-World War II is in Kashmir

Raisina Dialogue: Tulsi Gabbard calls for stronger security ties with India

The US and India should look for the opportunities where they can build on "an already very strong partnership", Gabbard said

Dhaka court orders to freeze 31 bank accounts related to Hasina, her family

The organisations whose bank accounts have been ordered frozen include Bangladesh Awami League and Jatir Janak Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Trust

'Egg on my face': Tharoor on opposing India's stance on Russia-Ukraine war

Tharoor said that it looks like he is the one with egg on his face because clearly the policy has meant that India has actually a PM who can hug both the president of Ukraine and that of Russia

New Zealand PM Luxon looks to sign FTA pact with India in 60 days

According to trade experts, the tricky point in the talks would be duty concessions on agri products like apple, kiwi, dairy, and wine

Rajnath Singh holds talks with Netherlands' counterpart Ruben Brekelmans

Brekelmans is on a visit to India to attend the Raisina Dialogue, which is underway in New Delhi from March 17