Page 24 - External Affairs & Defence Security

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

Bangladesh calls India's explanation over airport incident 'unsatisfactory'

Dhaka calls India's explanation over airport incident involving PM adviser Zahed Ur Rahman 'unsatisfactory', saying he was cleared through diplomatic channels to lead Bangladesh's IORA delegation

SAIL supplies defence-grade steel for three newly commissioned Navy ships

The state-run steelmaker supplied 5,700 tonnes of specialised DMR-grade steel for INS Dunagiri, INS Agray and INS Sanshodhak, reinforcing India's defence manufacturing capabilities

Iranian President Pezeshkian invites PM Modi to Ali Khamenei's funeral

There is no confirmation from New Delhi on the invitation to PM Modi

India advises against non-essential travel to Iran despite easing situation

The embassy also reiterated its advice to all Indian nationals currently in Iran, as well as those arriving in the country, to register their particulars with the mission at the earliest opportunity

Jaishankar, South Korean FM discuss deepening strategic ties in Seoul

Jaishankar is currently in South Korea on a two-day visit - the second leg of an ongoing foreign tour - after having visited Mongolia

J&K is strictly internal matter: India slams Pak for 'unwarranted' remarks

Harish's remarks came after Pakistan's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, raised the Jammu and Kashmir issue during his intervention at the meeting

Important to show sensitivity on 'core concerns': NSA Doval to Wang Yi

Doval held talks with Wang in New Delhi on Monday on the sidelines of a conclave of security officials of the Brics nations