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Counterterrorism experts from EU, India exchange best practices at workshop

EU delegation included security practitioners from European Union institutions, EU Member States including Belgium, Bulgaria, Germany, the Netherlands, and the Strong Cities Network (SCN)

Chinese threat: Philippines wants India to join security grouping 'Squad'

Although still in the making - among the island country, the United States, Japan and Australia -the Squad seeks to counter China's power assertions in the South China Sea region

We're keen to join India-Middle East-Europe Corridor: Egypt's trade min

El-Khatib highlighted Egypt's trade infrastructure and strategic location as compelling reasons for its inclusion

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