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India, Asean collaboration can be key in solving contemporary issues: EAM

Jaishankar's remarks came as he addressed the Eighth Roundtable of Asean-India Network of Think-Tanks Navigating a World in Transition: Agenda for Asean-India Cooperation

EAM Jaishankar begins Singapore state visit, meets deputy PM Gan Yong

S Jaishankar is also set to address the 8th Roundtable of Asean - India Network of Think Tanks

Throughout history, Jews found refuge in India: Israeli envoy Reuven Azar

Azar said that Indians and Jews have been oppressed historically, but now as they are free, they have the opportunity to flourish together

India offers things that other markets don't: Israeli envoy on AI start-ups

Azar said that Israeli companies have concentrated on introducing AI tools in different fields like health, education and environment to local start-ups

India see an opportunity: EAM on supply chain reordering post US results

Jaishankar identified 4 to 5 important consequences of US-India relationship following US results, including the reordering of supply chains, geopolitical hedging, digitisation and talent mobility

Army, Police launch joint operation in J&K's Baramulla after shots fired

There has been a spike in terrorist activity in Jammu and Kashmir with the security forces engaging encounters with them

Pakistan, US 'old friends'; Trump's win won't affect China ties: Pak FO

To a question if Trump could influence Pakistan's internal politics and the sitting government could also be pressured by him, she said it was speculative reporting

As fellow democracy, India celebrates people's mandate in US: MEA

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday had a telephonic conversation with Trump and warmly congratulated him

Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists kill two VDG members in J&K's Kishtwar

Kashmir Tigers, an offshoot of Pakistan-based terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammad, has claimed responsibility for the killings

Govt official meets Afghan minister, offers use of Chabahar Port for trade

Earlier this year, India signed a 10-year contract with Iran to develop and operate the Chabahar Port which was built with its assistance

Canada blocked Australian media for broadcasting Jaishankar's presser: MEA

Jaiswal said Jaishankar, in his media interactions in Australia, had spoken about the allegations levelled against India by Canada without sharing any specific evidence

Govt to bring national counter-terrorism policy soon, says Amit Shah

Shah said to make India developed by 2047 as envisioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, everyone has to deal with all security challenges and have a unified terror-fighting ecosystem

India urges Bangladesh to take strong measures to ensure safety of Hindus

During a weekly media briefing here, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal condemned the alleged attack on the members of the Hindu community in Chittagong

Israeli Ambassador calls India key part of resolution of West Asia conflict

He also commented on Israel's expectations from the government of India when it comes to the tensions in West Asia. We are continuing our dialogue with the Indian government

Trump wins: From CIA to immigration, roles Ramaswamy, Kash Patel may clinch

With Donald Trump winning the 2024 US presidential election after beating Kamala Harris, Americans of Indian descent like Vivek Ramaswamy, Kash Patel, and Bobby Jindal could clinch top US govt roles

Hindu temple in Brampton suspends priest for spreading 'violent rhetoric'

The violence initially broke out at the Hindu temple in Brampton on Sunday afternoon after members of a group called Sikhs for Justice held a protest while Indian consular officials were visiting

PM Modi, US President-elect Trump commit to boosting ties on call: MEA

Both leaders reiterated importance of the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership for the 'benefit of the people of the two countries as well as for global peace and stability', it said

New India-Bhutan ICP at Land Port Darranga to be inaugurated to boost ties

The inauguration ceremony will be graced by the presence of Lakshman Prasad Acharya, Governor of Assam and Dasho Tshering Tobgay, Prime Minister of Bhutan

Coast Guard chief calls on Army chief, discusses ICG's capacity building

Later in the day, the Coast Guard chief called on President Droupadi Murmu and apprised her of the ICG's steadfast dedication to maritime law enforcement and national security

India cancels consular camps in Canada over security after temple attack

The decision to cancel consular camps comes after local security agencies indicated that they could not guarantee adequate safety for the events