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India can play a role in resolving Ukraine conflict: Italian PM Meloni

China and India have a role to play in resolving the conflict, Meloni was quoted as saying in Italian media

Problems with India can be resolved through open dialogue: Nepal PM Oli

Ties between the two countries came under severe strain in 2020 after Kathmandu published a new political map that showed the three Indian territories as part of Nepal

Massive Islamabad protests demand reversal of decision risking 11,000 jobs

The agitation began in response to the government's announcement to close down the USC, a move that could potentially jeopardise the livelihoods of over 11,000 employees

Jaishankar to embark on visit to Saudi Arabia, Germany, Switzerland on Sun

He will first travel to the Saudi capital Riyadh on a two-day trip primarily to attend the first India-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) foreign ministers' meeting

CDS Gen Chauhan holds talks with Maldivian military commander Hilmy

The talks between the two top military officials came a day after India and the Maldives held fifth round of defence dialogue which decided to expedite implementation of the ongoing defence project

World looking at more sharpened contestation between US, China: Jaishankar

In a virtual address at the FPCI Global Town hall, Jaishankar, delving into major geopolitical developments, said the world is looking at a more "sharpened contestation" between the US and China

BSF DG visits forward areas along LoC to review operational preparedness

Chawdhary visited the forward locations along the LoC in the Kupwara district where he was briefed about the security situation and operational preparedness of the unit deployed there

Major terror attack foiled in Pak's Punjab, over 30 terrorists arrested

Punjab police have registered 32 cases against the terrorists and shifted them to an unknown location, according to the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) of Punjab police

Taiwan detects 9 PLA military aircraft, 7 naval vessels around territory

In response to China's military action, Taiwan sent aircraft and naval ships and deployed coastal-based missile systems

India successfully tests Agni-4 ballistic missile off Odisha coast

The successful test was carried out under the aegis of the Strategic Forces Command

India, Maldives hold fresh defence dialogue focusing on Indian Ocean

The ties between India and the Maldives came under severe strain since Muizzu, known for his pro-China leanings, took charge of the top office last November

Vaishnaw holds discussions on cooperation in railways, IT during Japan tour

Vaishnaw said he discussed enhancing railway cooperation, promoting economic growth and deepening cultural ties with Saito. The meeting with Saito took place on Thursday

Conflict in West Asia resulting in disruptions in trade flow: Jaishankar

There were spate of attacks on merchant ships in the Red Sea by Houthi militants earlier this year apparently in response to Israel's military operation in Gaza

Naval ship Tabar participates in India-France mega naval exercise 'Varuna'

In addition to INS Tabar, the Indian Navy was represented by the ship borne helicopters at the exercise

Flashback to 1965: The war and the Indian Army's near capture of Lahore

On September 6, 1965, the Indian Army's surprise attack on Lahore marked a pivotal moment in the Indo-Pakistani War. Here are the events leading up to this offensive and the war's aftermath

Hasina must stay silent till Bangladesh seeks her extradition, says Yunus

Yunus stressed that while Bangladesh values strong ties with India, New Delhi must move beyond the narrative that portrays every other political party except Awami League as Islamist

Israel, India improve security ties via cooperation against drone threats

Throughout the seminar, nine Israeli defence companies showcased advanced technologies to counter the drone threat

UK, India launch major Infrastructure Financing Bridge to strengthen ties

This committee will oversee the implementation of the initiative, focusing on projects such as national highways, regional rapid transport systems, and renewable energy ventures

Om Birla stresses Parliamentary exchanges between India-UAE to boost ties

Mentioning the strong possibilities of cooperation in technology, innovation, and investment in India, Birla opined that due to collective efforts, India has become the fifth largest economy in world

PM Modi's Brunei, Singapore visit significant step in Act East policy: EAM

Notably, PM Modi announced that the ties between India and Brunei have been elevated to level of Enhanced Partnership. This was the first-ever bilateral visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Brunei