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INS Sindhughosh decommissioned after 4 decades of service: Indian Navy

The decommissioning ceremony was held at the Naval Dockyard, Mumbai, in the presence of WNC's Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief (FOCINC) Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan

Foreign policy needs clarity, choices and a game plan: EAM Jaishankar

Jaishankar said that foreign policy cannot be driven by ambiguity or hesitation, underlining the importance of aligning India's interests with long-term strategic thinking

India defined by talent and skill that has helped shape national brand: EAM

Jaishankar highlighted how, with great vision and leadership, India can make a great impact on the world

EAM urges Dutch support as India enters decisive phase in EU FTA talks

India and the Netherlands have a "strategic partnership" in water, a very strong cooperation in agriculture, health, science and technology and shipping, Jaishankar said

India, Oman to explore local currency trade; discuss defence cooperation

The Omani side expressed interest in discussing air service traffic rights, including the number of destinations and code-sharing provisions

JP Nadda meets Afghan health minister, reiterates medical support

Medical visas, supply of drugs and CT scan machines figure in discussions between both countries

India-Oman CEPA to infuse new energy into bilateral trade, says PM Modi

In his address, Modi highlighted the centuries-old maritime trading ties between the two countries, from Mandvi to Muscat, which today form the bedrock of vibrant commercial exchanges

Taiwan detects 40 sorties of Chinese aircraft, 8 vessels around nation

As per the MND, of the 40, 26 sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern, central, southwestern and eastern ADIZ

India, Saudi Arabia ink pact to boost official travels, bilateral exchanges

The move aims to facilitate the movement under the India-Saudi Arabia Strategic Partnership Council

India, Ethiopia elevate ties to strategic partnership; focus on mining, DPI

In his discussion with the Ethiopian PM, PM Modi conveyed India's support to Ethiopia's accession process at the World Trade Organisation (WTO), as well as membership to the New Development Bank

Op Sindoor fallout: Pak extends airspace ban on Indian aircraft till Jan 23

A Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) issued in this regard stated that the restriction would remain effective until January 23, 2026, during the specified operational timings

PM Modi departs for Oman from Ethiopia on last leg of three-nation visit

During Modi's maiden visit to Ethiopia, the two countries elevated their historical ties to the level of 'Strategic Partnership'

India, Ethiopia natural partners in regional peace, connectivity: PM Modi

PM Modi, who arrived in Ethiopia on Tuesday on his maiden bilateral visit, addressed a joint session of the Ethiopian Parliament

Bangladesh envoy summoned after threat to Indian High Commission in Dhaka

India summoned Bangladesh High Commissioner M Riaz Hamidullah after a threat was received by the Indian High Commission in Dhaka

Indian Army receives final batch of Apache AH-64E attack helicopters

According to the Army, the helicopters will be deployed in Jodhpur after assembly, joint inspections and completion of other formalities in the coming days

PM Modi hails Ethiopia visit, signs multiple deals to boost partnership

PM Modi held wide-ranging talks with his Ethiopian counterpart, Abiy Ahmed Ali, following which, the two leaders witnessed the exchange of three MoUs in the fields

Jaishankar holds talks with Israeli PM on deepening ties in mutiple sectors

Jaishankar expressed confidence that the Strategic Partnership will grow from strength to strength

PM Modi receives Ethiopia's highest honour, 28th top foreign award

PM Modi is the first global Head of State or Head of Government to receive this award. Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali bestowed the award

Udhampur encounter: Operation continues to track holed-up terrorists in J&K

The encounter took place in the besieged village around 6 pm and continued for some time, resulting in injuries to one SOG jawan, Amjad Pathan, son of Bashrat Khan

Pak's 'unique way' of respecting people's will is jailing PM: India at UNSC

Let me be clear -- India will counter Pakistan-sponsored terrorism in all its forms and manifestations with all its might, Harish said