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India committed to free, inclusive Indo-Pacific: Army Chief Dwivedi

The Army Chief made the remarks while speaking virtually at a land forces summit that was held in Japan

India committed to free, inclusive Indo-Pacific: Army Chief Dwivedi
Updated On : 14 Dec 2024 | 8:23 PM IST

Indian community in Singapore celebrates Gukesh's historic chess victory

The 18-year-old claimed the world title by beating China's Ding Liren in Singapore on Thursday. The two faced each other in a fourteen-game classical chess match

Indian community in Singapore celebrates Gukesh's historic chess victory
Updated On : 14 Dec 2024 | 5:49 PM IST

China keen to invest $1 billion in Pakistan to establish medical city

Pakistan has held strong bilateral relations with China which has supported it through many investments and development projects such as the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor project

China keen to invest $1 billion in Pakistan to establish medical city
Updated On : 14 Dec 2024 | 4:53 PM IST

BRO steps up India-Myanmar border fencing work near Manipur's Moreh

The entire 1,643 km porous India-Myanmar border, known for the smuggling of arms, ammunition and narcotics, will be fenced at a cost of Rs 31,000 crore

BRO steps up India-Myanmar border fencing work near Manipur's Moreh
Updated On : 14 Dec 2024 | 4:00 PM IST

India, Israel share same challenges on security, extremism: Israeli envoy

He articulated a shared understanding of suffering, drawing on the historical experiences of the Jewish community who have lived in India without fear or persecution

India, Israel share same challenges on security, extremism: Israeli envoy
Updated On : 14 Dec 2024 | 2:22 PM IST

Future full of challenges, says Nepal Army Chief at IMA passing out parade

He called upon the gentlemen cadets passing out of the Indian Military Academy (IMA) to be ready for such challenges

Future full of challenges, says Nepal Army Chief at IMA passing out parade
Updated On : 14 Dec 2024 | 12:58 PM IST

Air Chief Marshal urges flight cadets to uphold ethos, honour of IAF

Addressing the cadets, Singh said their career is not only challenging but also honourable

Air Chief Marshal urges flight cadets to uphold ethos, honour of IAF
Updated On : 14 Dec 2024 | 11:34 AM IST

Switzerland suspends MFN: What is the clause and its meaning for India?

Explained: What is the most favoured nation clause and why did Switzerland suspended it for India after the Nestle's 2023 Supreme Court ruling

Switzerland suspends MFN: What is the clause and its meaning for India?
Updated On : 14 Dec 2024 | 10:15 AM IST

Taiwan detects 17 Chinese aircraft, 5 naval vessels near its territory

In response to the PLA's activities, the MND initiated war-preparedness drills at strategic locations across the island

Taiwan detects 17 Chinese aircraft, 5 naval vessels near its territory
Updated On : 14 Dec 2024 | 7:22 AM IST

India may renegotiate DTAA with Switzerland over EFTA trade pact: MEA

Remarks by the spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) came after the Swiss government suspended the most favoured nation status (MFN) clause in the India-Switzerland Double Taxation A

India may renegotiate DTAA with Switzerland over EFTA trade pact: MEA
Updated On : 14 Dec 2024 | 6:48 AM IST

Indian Navy to commission survey ship INS Nirdeshak at Vizag on Dec 18

The ceremony will be hosted by the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command and attended by distinguished guests, including senior naval officials and GRSE representatives

Indian Navy to commission survey ship INS Nirdeshak at Vizag on Dec 18
Updated On : 13 Dec 2024 | 10:05 PM IST

India-UAE 'model' relationship to expand energy, trade ties: Jaishankar

At the JCM, Jaishankar and Al Nahyan welcomed the signing and entry into force of the India-UAE bilateral investment treaty, according to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)

India-UAE 'model' relationship to expand energy, trade ties: Jaishankar
Updated On : 13 Dec 2024 | 9:23 PM IST

India has evacuated all nationals who wished to return from Syria: MEA

The Syrian government collapsed on Sunday as the rebels seized control of capital Damascus after capturing several other prominent cities and towns

India has evacuated all nationals who wished to return from Syria: MEA
Updated On : 13 Dec 2024 | 6:50 PM IST

No untoward activity from Pak side since deploying anti-drone system: BSF

Talking to reporters in connection with the 60th Raising Day celebrations of the force and to highlight the achievements registered by his troops in Jammu this year, Boora said the sector has

No untoward activity from Pak side since deploying anti-drone system: BSF
Updated On : 13 Dec 2024 | 6:16 PM IST

Trump's immigration crackdown: Nearly 18,000 Indians at risk of deportation

Trump's administration is ramping up deportation efforts, with 18,000 undocumented Indians at risk of being sent back to India

Trump's immigration crackdown: Nearly 18,000 Indians at risk of deportation
Updated On : 13 Dec 2024 | 5:11 PM IST

Govt recommends prosecution in online job scams, urges website blocks

Responding to supplementaries, Jaishankar said the government has brought back 1,167 Indians from Cambodia and another 497 from Myanmar, who were taken there on the pretext of getting them jobs

Govt recommends prosecution in online job scams, urges website blocks
Updated On : 13 Dec 2024 | 4:45 PM IST

Indian forces reach all patrolling points in Depsang, Ladakh: Jaishankar

He said if any of India's neighbours thinks that by doing something they want to change India's position, they should be very clear that it is not going to happen

Indian forces reach all patrolling points in Depsang, Ladakh: Jaishankar
Updated On : 13 Dec 2024 | 4:27 PM IST

China claims it's creating 'super' fighter pilots using ancient exercise

With demands for future hi-tech air battles growing, the daily training of PLA's elite pilots has surpassed that of their American counterparts, claims a report

China claims it's creating 'super' fighter pilots using ancient exercise
Updated On : 13 Dec 2024 | 4:19 PM IST

Good ties with Pakistan possible, but terror must stop first: S Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar told Lok Sabha that India seeks good ties with Pakistan but stressed they must be free of terrorism, adding the ball is in Pakistan's court

Good ties with Pakistan possible, but terror must stop first: S Jaishankar
Updated On : 13 Dec 2024 | 1:49 PM IST

No problem with Adani funding Colombo Port project: Sri Lankan minister

It is a very important project for revenue generation for the port, we are keen to see it going ahead

No problem with Adani funding Colombo Port project: Sri Lankan minister
Updated On : 13 Dec 2024 | 1:37 PM IST