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Bangladesh summons Kolkata mission head for consultations amid protests
The mission in Kolkata has witnessed multiple protests over the past week by political parties
 "Bangladesh summons Kolkata mission head for consultations amid protests")
India-US ties need bipartisan support on security, defence: Vivek Lall
Dr Vivek Lall, Chief Executive of General Atomics Global Corporation, said One of the most important strategic partnerships of the 21st century is that of India and the United States
 "India-US ties need bipartisan support on security, defence: Vivek Lall")
India, Vietnam hold 3rd security talks, boost ties against terrorism, crime
Two sides exchanged views on global and regional security and the implementation of aspects of the Action Plan for the India - Viet Nam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
 "India, Vietnam hold 3rd security talks, boost ties against terrorism, crime")
India slams developed countries for climate crisis at ICJ hearing
India home of about 17.8% of global population, its contribution to climate change less than 4%, said JS, MEA Luther M Rangrezi to ICJ
 "India slams developed countries for climate crisis at ICJ hearing")
Indian arms makers in Top 100 log $6.7-bn 2023 revenue, up 6%: Sipri
Hindustan Aeronautics, Bharat Electronics, and Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders - the three Indian firms on Sipri's list of the world's 100 largest arms producers - are all defence public sector undertakings
 "Indian arms makers in Top 100 log $6.7-bn 2023 revenue, up 6%: Sipri")
Indian biz should take balanced approach in dealing with China: Jaishankar
To a question on evolving relations with China, he said with that country accounting for 32-33 per cent of global manufacturing, it is logical that several supply chains will have to go through China
 "Indian biz should take balanced approach in dealing with China: Jaishankar")
In diplomatic talks, India, China agree to maintain peace along LAC
The two sides agreed to maintain peace and tranquility in border areas in line with bilateral pacts and protocols
 "In diplomatic talks, India, China agree to maintain peace along LAC")
World stands at the cusp of '3rd nuclear age': Britain's armed forces head
Admiral Tony Radakin, chief of defence staff, said Britain needs to recognise the seriousness of the threats it faces, even if there is only a remote chance of Russia launching a direct nuclear attack
 "World stands at the cusp of '3rd nuclear age': Britain's armed forces head")
India better placed to engage with Trump 2.0, says EAM Jaishankar
On India's proposed free trade agreements with the European Union and the UK, Jaishankar said there are certain non-trade complex issues
 "India better placed to engage with Trump 2.0, says EAM Jaishankar")
Putin lauds Modi's 'India First' policy, says Russia will 'Make in India'
Russian President Vladimir Putin expresses Russia's readiness to establish manufacturing operations in India, describing investments in the country as profitable
 "Putin lauds Modi's 'India First' policy, says Russia will 'Make in India'")
UN resolutions ignoring terrorism, not in India's interest: EAM on Gaza war
Addressing the Rajya Sabha, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar condemned terrorism and hostage-taking while explaining India's stance on the Israel-Gaza war
 "UN resolutions ignoring terrorism, not in India's interest: EAM on Gaza war")
Centre cautious on FTAs to safeguard farmers and MSMEs: EAM Jaishankar
Speaking at an event, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke about India's resilience and post-Covid recovery along with its careful stance on free trade agreements
PM Modi, Bhutan King resolve to expand 'exemplary' bilateral ties
Shortly after Wangchuck arrived here on a two-day trip, he and Modi held talks focusing on boosting cooperation in diverse areas, including clean energy partnership, trade and investment
 "PM Modi, Bhutan King resolve to expand 'exemplary' bilateral ties")
Pakistan ISI in North East? Bangladesh visa policy shift poses challenges
Northeast extremist groups have a history of launching hit-and-run attacks in India from bases in Bangladesh, allegedly with support from Pakistan's ISI and Bangladeshi intelligence agencies
 "Pakistan ISI in North East? Bangladesh visa policy shift poses challenges")
Russia's Rosneft invested $20 bn in India, says govt quoting Putin
Rosneft gained access to India's fuel retail market when it completed a $12.9 billion deal to acquire Indian private refiner Essar Oil in 2017
 "Russia's Rosneft invested $20 bn in India, says govt quoting Putin")
Coast Guard rescues 12 Indian crew members of sunken ship with Pak's help
Vessel 'MSV Al Piranpir' sank on November 4 outside Indian waters, within Pakistan's search and rescue region
 "Coast Guard rescues 12 Indian crew members of sunken ship with Pak's help")
Relation between India, France exceptional: French Ambassador Mathou
Mathou emphasised that core of India-France relationship lies in security and defence, noting its significance as both countries celebrated the 25th anniversary of their partnership last year
 "Relation between India, France exceptional: French Ambassador Mathou")
India, Kuwait sign MoU to establish Joint Commission for Cooperation
The JCC would also oversee existing working groups in areas such as hydrocarbons, health, and consular matters
 "India, Kuwait sign MoU to establish Joint Commission for Cooperation")
Indian Army, J-K police conduct search in Tral after terrorist attack
According to sources, the jawan, who was on leave and had returned home, sustained a gunshot wound
 "Indian Army, J-K police conduct search in Tral after terrorist attack")
India, Kuwait to set up joint commission to expand overall cooperation
The decision was taken at a meeting between External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and his Kuwaiti counterpart Abudullah Ali Al Yahya