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Future full of challenges, says Nepal Army Chief at IMA passing out parade

He called upon the gentlemen cadets passing out of the Indian Military Academy (IMA) to be ready for such challenges

Air Chief Marshal urges flight cadets to uphold ethos, honour of IAF

Addressing the cadets, Singh said their career is not only challenging but also honourable

Switzerland suspends MFN: What is the clause and its meaning for India?

Explained: What is the most favoured nation clause and why did Switzerland suspended it for India after the Nestle's 2023 Supreme Court ruling

Taiwan detects 17 Chinese aircraft, 5 naval vessels near its territory

In response to the PLA's activities, the MND initiated war-preparedness drills at strategic locations across the island

India may renegotiate DTAA with Switzerland over EFTA trade pact: MEA

Remarks by the spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) came after the Swiss government suspended the most favoured nation status (MFN) clause in the India-Switzerland Double Taxation A

Indian Navy to commission survey ship INS Nirdeshak at Vizag on Dec 18

The ceremony will be hosted by the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command and attended by distinguished guests, including senior naval officials and GRSE representatives

India-UAE 'model' relationship to expand energy, trade ties: Jaishankar

At the JCM, Jaishankar and Al Nahyan welcomed the signing and entry into force of the India-UAE bilateral investment treaty, according to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)

India has evacuated all nationals who wished to return from Syria: MEA

The Syrian government collapsed on Sunday as the rebels seized control of capital Damascus after capturing several other prominent cities and towns

No untoward activity from Pak side since deploying anti-drone system: BSF

Talking to reporters in connection with the 60th Raising Day celebrations of the force and to highlight the achievements registered by his troops in Jammu this year, Boora said the sector has

Trump's immigration crackdown: Nearly 18,000 Indians at risk of deportation

Trump's administration is ramping up deportation efforts, with 18,000 undocumented Indians at risk of being sent back to India

Govt recommends prosecution in online job scams, urges website blocks

Responding to supplementaries, Jaishankar said the government has brought back 1,167 Indians from Cambodia and another 497 from Myanmar, who were taken there on the pretext of getting them jobs

Indian forces reach all patrolling points in Depsang, Ladakh: Jaishankar

He said if any of India's neighbours thinks that by doing something they want to change India's position, they should be very clear that it is not going to happen

China claims it's creating 'super' fighter pilots using ancient exercise

With demands for future hi-tech air battles growing, the daily training of PLA's elite pilots has surpassed that of their American counterparts, claims a report

Good ties with Pakistan possible, but terror must stop first: S Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar told Lok Sabha that India seeks good ties with Pakistan but stressed they must be free of terrorism, adding the ball is in Pakistan's court

No problem with Adani funding Colombo Port project: Sri Lankan minister

It is a very important project for revenue generation for the port, we are keen to see it going ahead

EAM Jaishankar meets UAE counterpart at 4th India-UAE Strategic Dialogue

Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed Zayed Al Nahyan and expressed his optimism about the future of the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

India, Iran, and Armenia hold second trilateral consultations in Delhi

The discussions also covered ways to promote trade, tourism, and cultural exchanges while strengthening people-to-people tie

Bangladesh court keeps bail plea, denies early hearing for Chinmoy Das

Chinmoy's lawyer Rabindra Ghosh expressed disappointment and said that he is considering to move the bail prayer to the High Court

PM Modi discusses India-Middle East-Europe corridor with UAE dy PM: MEA

The two leaders emphasized strengthening Comprehensive Strategic Partnership including in the areas of technology, energy, and people-to-people ties, as per MEA statement

86 Indians attacked or murdered in various countries in 2023: Centre

In 2023, out of the 86 Indian nationals who were attacked or murdered, the figures for the US stood at 12, while it was 10 each for Canada, the UK and Saudi Arabia, as per the data shared