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PM Modi meets Mauritius counterpart, reviews bilateral cooperation

The two leaders discussed the way ahead with regard to sectors such as capacity building, skilling, defence, energy and cyber security

India, Seychelles unveil 19 outcomes to deepen maritime, defence ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Seychelles President Patrick Herminie unveiled 19 initiatives spanning maritime security, defence, healthcare, digital payments, education and space

Can govt issue passport to a non-Indian? A look at the legal provisions

The Passports Act permits the Centre to issue passports to non-citizens in exceptional public-interest cases, even though Indian citizenship is generally required for passport issuance

Seychelles, India seek a world where development is more inclusive: PM Modi

Addressing the National Assembly of Seychelles, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed India's commitment to climate justice, inclusive development and deeper bilateral ties

MEA rejects Pakistan's allegations over Karachi Rangers base attack

Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has strongly condemned the attack and alleged without proof an Indian link to the strike

Seychelles confers honorary 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon' title on PM Modi

PM Modi thanked Seychelles for the honour and dedicated it to the nations which are fighting the challenges of climate change

We want to make Indian Ocean an 'Ocean of Opportunity': Modi in Seychelles

During talks with Seychelles President Patrick Herminie, PM Modi said India seeks an Indian Ocean where security, sustainability and economic prosperity are driven by mutual respect and partnership

Private sector key to India-US AI, critical minerals push: MEA official

MEA Additional Secretary K Nagaraj Naidu said businesses will be central to turning India-US initiatives in AI, semiconductors, quantum technologies and critical minerals into tangible outcomes

PM Modi arrives in Seychelles, hands over 'Made in India' patrol vessel

Prime Minister will be Guest of Honour at golden jubilee celebrations and address the National Assembly during three-day visit

Indian Coast Guard commissions new fast patrol vessel ICGS Akshay in Goa

The indigenous ship was formally inducted into service at Goa Shipyard Limited in Vasco in the presence of senior Coast Guard officials and government dignitaries

PM Modi leaves for Seychelles on three-day visit to deepen bilateral ties

During the visit, PM Modi will have the honour of becoming the first Indian prime minister to address the National Assembly of Seychelles

IIT Bombay, SUNY announce collaboration in engineering education, research

The two institutions announced that they will partner in the development of new educational and research opportunities that would be offered on the Long Island, New York campus

Thank you, says Trump as Telangana names Hyderabad road after him

Trump's remarks on Truth Social on Friday came after the Telangana government named a road adjoining the US Consulate in the southern Indian city as 'Donald Trump Avenue'

Dubai issues incoming missile alert, sounds all clear minutes later

It wasn't immediately clear what sparked the warning just after 5:15 pm local

Indian envoy Vinay Kwatra discusses trade ties with US House panel

The meeting comes against the backdrop of the negotiations between the two countries to finalise an interim bilateral trade agreement

Those who target schools, children must be held accountable: India in UNSC

India has called for bringing to account those who target schools and children with impunity, underscoring that protection of children without accountability is incomplete.

India's digital infra making financial services more accessible: PM Modi

Modi also said that India remains committed to sharing its experience on the subject with partner countries

India elevates Bangladesh envoy Dinesh Trivedi to Cabinet-rank status

The Centre granted High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi status equivalent to a Union Cabinet minister, signalling the importance it attaches to ties with Bangladesh

India's indigenous Netra AEW&C system receives final operational clearance

India's indigenous Netra AEW&C system receives Final Operational Clearance, boosting the Indian Air Force's surveillance capabilities and defence self-reliance

Jaishankar calls for reformed multilateralism amid global fragmentation

EAM Jaishankar said the world cannot rely on a few countries to uphold global rules, calling for resilient supply chains, stronger cooperation and greater representation for the Global South