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PM Modi conferred with Trinidad and Tobago's highest civilian honour

Modi arrived here from Ghana, where he was conferred with The Officer of the Order of the Star of Ghana', the country's national honour

Threat of Naxalism now confined to just five-six districts: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has said that the infamous red corridor is now confined to just five-six districts, and these regions are turning into growth hubs

MEA clarifies it takes no position on Dalai Lama after China's objection

The government has always upheld freedom of religion for all in India and will continue to do so, Randhir Jaiswal said

Nasscom to launch US CEO Forum in New York to boost India-US tech ties

The United States and India share one of the world's most strategic and future-facing technology partnerships, it further emphasised.

India planning ₹2,000 crore drone incentive after Pakistan conflict

India's push to build more home-grown drones stems from the four-day clash with Pakistan in May that marked the first time New Delhi and Islamabad utilized UAVs at scale against each other

MEA denies claims of White House rejecting Jaishankar's bid to meet Trump

The rebuttal from Ministry of External Affairs came in response to a post on social media platform X alleging that Trump declined to meet Jaishankar due to scheduling constraints

No intention of ceding Katchatheevu island, says Lankan foreign minister

S Jaishankar said the issue of Sri Lanka arresting Indian fishermen stems from an agreement during the Emergency, imposed in 1975, under which their rights for fishing in specific areas were given up

Pak Air Force chief visits US; first trip by a serving officer in a decade

At Pentagon, he met US Secretary of Air Force for International Affairs Kelly L. Seybolt and Air Force Chief of Staff General David W. Elon, where they agreed to forge new avenues for bilateral ties

India tops Nepal's June tourist arrivals, US overtakes China for 2nd spot

In the first six months of the year, Nepal received 5,77,000 tourists by air, which is a 0.91 per cent decline as compared to the same period last year

PM Modi gifts Bidriware vase, filigree purse to Ghana President, First Lady

The exquisite pair of Bidriware flower vases, crafted in Karnataka's Bidar, showcases India's renowned metal craft known for its striking black finish and fine silver inlay

PM Modi leaves for Trinidad and Tobago after concluding 2-day Ghana visit

"A historic visit to Ghana concludes. PM @narendramodi emplanes for the next stop of his visit- Trinidad & Tobago," Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal posted on X

Defence Acquisition Council approves defence purchases worth ₹1.05 trn

DAC clears defence buys to boost mobility, air defence, naval safety and promote indigenously designed, developed and manufactured military systems

PM Modi hails India-Ghana ties as 'sweeter than Sugar Loaf Pineapple'

In Ghana's Parliament, PM Modi calls for reforming global institutions to reflect Global South interests

Stranded F-35 jet in Kerala may be dismantled, airlifted to UK soon: Report

The UK Navy's F-35 jet made an emergency landing in Kerala on June 14 after failing to return to aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales due to rough weather during a sortie in the Arabian Sea

Quad countries are major maritime partners, says US State dept official

US State Department Deputy Spokesperson Mignon Houston said that Quad countries understand the maritime issues that countries face

Indo-French joint military exercise Shakti-VIII concludes in France

The exercise marked the successful completion of an intensive training engagement aimed at enhancing interoperability, mutual trust, and tactical coordination between the armies of India and France

Jaishankar meets FBI chief, praises India-US cooperation on counter terror

Jaishankar had earlier met US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard after which he said that they discussed the global situation and bilateral cooperation

Operation Sindoor's message conveyed with great clarity, says Jaishankar

A joint statement issued by Quad Foreign Ministers unequivocally condemned all acts of terrorism and violent extremism in all their forms and manifestations, including cross-border terrorism

Three Indians abducted in Mali factory attack: What is known so far

The Ministry of External Affairs in India condemned the 'deplorable act' after a group of armed assailants carried out a coordinated attack in conflict-hit Kayes

Ghana shows 'clear interest' in defence support from India: MEA secretary

'There is clear interest in having India's support in terms of equipment, training of the personnel, and being able to source equipment from India, which has now become a leader in defence exports.'