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India calls for infusing new energies into BIMSTEC to bolster cooperation

India has been making concerted efforts to make BIMSTEC a vibrant forum for regional cooperation as initiatives under SAARC were not moving forward for a variety of reasons

Interstate security review: Senior BSF, police officials meet in Kathua

More than 50 people have so far been detained for questioning as a massive manhunt for the terrorists entered the fourth day

PM Modi arrives in Delhi after concluding his visit to Russia, Austria

After concluding his visit, PM Modi shared a post on X and thanked Austria's Chancellor, government, and people for their warm welcome and hospitality

China a 'decisive enabler' of Russia's war in Ukraine: Nato alliance

Beijing has denied that it supports Russia's war efforts and insists that it conducts normal trade with its northern neighbour

Nato summit: US to deploy potent missiles in Germany, bolster Ukraine

The move would have been banned under the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty signed by the US and the Soviet Union in 1987 but that collapsed in 2019

No terror attack on security post in Udhampur district, says J-K police

The officials said the sentry fired a few rounds in the air around 8 pm and a search of the area was later conducted but nothing was found

India has given 'Buddha' to the world, not 'Yuddha': PM Modi in Austria

Describing his first visit to Austria as "meaningful", PM Modi said that after 41 years, an Indian Prime Minister has visited the country

Brief exchange of fire reported in J&K's Udhampur, militant flee from spot

SSP Udhampur Joginder Singh said that an unknown person believed to be a militant fired on a Police Picket at Sang in the Basantgarh area of Udhampur District

India-Austria to partner on sustainability, focus on green hydrogen

During his visit, the Prime Minister held bilateral discussions with Chancellor Karl Nehammer

Kathua manhunt: Truck driver, 50 others detained after deadly army ambush

Suspicion has been cast on the civilian tipper driver, with authorities investigating whether he intentionally delayed the convoy by requesting a pass on the culvert

Nato condemns China's Russia support, backs full Ukraine integration

The alliance is also concerned by developments in China's space capabilities and activities and urges Beijing to engage in strategic risk reduction discussions, the draft said

India, Austria back any efforts for peaceful resolution to Ukraine conflict

The two leaders underscored the importance of democratic countries such as India and Austria working together to contribute to international and regional peace and prosperity

India raises seafarer abandonment crisis at IMO; secures seat at council

In recognition of its continued commitment to address seafarers' issues, India secured its position as one of the eight governments representing IMO in the joint tripartite working group, it said

India-EFTA FTA: Goyal to meet Swiss investors on on $100-bn FDI commitment

The minister's visit to Switzerland will also see discussions on the ratification of the trade deal by both sides

Indian medical students in Ukraine step up to assist doctors amid conflict

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine expressed heartfelt gratitude, emphasising that these students, through their dedication and actions, exemplified shared values of humanity and sanctity of life

We never wanted them: Moscow on induction of Indians in Russian Army

"We are on the same side with the Indian government on the issue... We hope that the issue will be resolved soon," he said at a media briefing while responding to a question

PM Modi, Austrian Chancellor Nehammer hold 'extensive, fruitful' talks

The meeting, described as comprehensive by the Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, covered a wide array of subjects pivotal to both nations

India's role in Russia-Ukraine peace process crucial: Austrian Chancellor

Nehammer's remarks came during his joint press statement with visiting Prime Minister Narendra Modi after their formal talks

PM Modi receives ceremonial Guard of Honour in Vienna, signs guestbook

Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that it was the first bilateral visit of Prime Minister Modi to Austria

Russia hails PM Modi's visit to Moscow, calls it 'historic, game-changing'

Prime Minister Modi's visit to Moscow was watched by the whole world and it was evident how significant the trip was, he said, a day after Modi and Putin held summit talks