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Trump's trade polices 'self-destructive', hurt India most: Ex-RBI chief

Former RBI Governor C Rangarajan said that he hopes good sense will prevail and the policy makers in the US will realise the policies they want to pursue are self-destructive

Op Sindoor a reality check, certain capability gaps noticed: Defence secy

He also said there is a need to bring academia, research institutes like Drdo, private and public sectors together to meet the capability enhancement needs

India, France hold 17th counter-terrorism meet, vow deeper cooperation

During the meet India and France condemned the April Pahalgam terror attack, assessed threats from cross-border terrorism and extremism, and agreed to expand cooperation

Taiwan detects 22 PLA sorties, 10 naval vessels around its territory

The frequent incursions and maritime operations reflect rising tensions between Taiwan and China, a relationship long fraught with geopolitical strain

Jaishankar, Polish FM hold talks on regional security, Ukraine conflict

Poland's Minister of Interior later said that 16 drones had been detected across the country, with debris scattered over a wide area, as per CNN

India a key partner shaping region's future: Trump's envoy pick Sergio Gor

Trump first imposed additional tariffs of 25% on imports from India, then said they would double to 50% from August 27 as punishment for New Delhi's increased purchases of Russian oil

India pledges $680 mn package for Mauritius to boost trade, security

India pledged a $680 million package for Mauritius, including $25 million budgetary aid, to strengthen infrastructure, maritime security, and bilateral trade in local currencies

India is one of US' top relationships in the world today: Marco Rubio

Last month, President Donald Trump said that he is promoting Gor, Director of Presidential Personnel, to be the next US Ambassador to India and Special Envoy for South and Central Asian Affairs

Adani Group ports to bar vessels facing sanctions from the US, UK, and EU

The move to block sanctioned vessels comes amid heightened scrutiny of global shipping, driven by US tariffs on Russian crude and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war

Will sort out trade deal with India if it stops buying Russian oil: Lutnick

US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said Washington will sort out a trade deal with India only if it halts Russian oil imports, even as India continues purchases in national interest

India, Mauritius to facilitate bilateral trade in local currencies: PM Modi

PM Modi also said that both sides will work towards enabling bilateral trade in local currencies following successful launch of UPI and RuPay cards in Mauritius

UN Security Council will meet on Russian drone incursions, says Poland

Poland was backed by its NATO allies in shooting down the drones - the first time a member of the military alliance is known to have fired shots during Russia's war in Ukraine

India, Mauritius ink deals to boost cooperation across healthcare, energy

The PM said that the two countries have decided on a special economic package, keeping in mind the needs and priorities of Mauritius

Govt cautions Indian nationals after 'forced deployment' in Russian army

The government's response comes after reports emerged that Indians were reportedly deceived by agents and being forced to build bunkers in a Russian army camp along the Ukrainian border

Taiwan detects 14 Chinese aircraft, 5 PLAN vessels near territory

The frequent incursions and maritime operations reflect rising tensions between Taiwan and China, a relationship long fraught with geopolitical strain

PM Modi speaks to Qatar Amir, reaffirms commitment to strengthening ties

Both leaders expressed satisfaction over the continued progress in the India-Qatar Strategic Partnership

Israeli attack: PM Modi condemns violation of Qatar's sovereignty

The prime minister's rare criticism directed at Israel came after he spoke to Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani and conveyed India's "deep concern" at the attacks in Doha

Foreign Secy assured safe return of 1,000 Indians stuck in Nepal: Kharge

He was talking to reporters on the sidelines of the Congress party's 10-day training camp organised here

PM Modi, Meloni hold talks on FTA, Ukraine war and economic corridor

PM Modi and Italian PM Meloni reaffirm support for early India-EU FTA, IMEEC corridor, and efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict during telephonic talks

PM Modi condemns Israeli attack on Qatar, urges resolution through dialogue

PM Modi spoke to Qatari Amir Sheikh Tamim, condemning attacks in Doha and backed Qatar's sovereignty. He also reaffirmed India's support for peace, stability and dialogue in the region