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Sri Lanka seeks immediate funds as aid talks shift to Washington

In the absence of revenue from tourism, Sri Lanka has in recent times turned to countries including China and India for support amid a weak foreign-reserves position

Report of AUKUS parties asking Japan to join alliance 'inaccurate': US

"The reporting is inaccurate," White House spokesperson Psaki said during a press briefing on Wednesday

EAM Jaishankar arrives in New York, to meet UN Secretary General

India's Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador T S Tirumurti received Jaishankar on Wednesday

India, United States to sign space MoU during 2+2 meeting in Washington

The Space Situational Awareness Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aims to protect the satellites of the two countries.

Sri Lanka crisis: State of emergency still in place as curfew lifted

The 36-hour long curfew that was imposed on Sri Lanka on Saturday evening has been lifted on Monday morning at 6 am but the country is still under the effect of a state of emergency.The curfew was imposed on Saturday from 6 pm in accordance with the powers vested in the President under the provisions of the Public Security Ordinance following protests outside the residence of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa as the country faces its worst economic crisis since independence.Namal Rajapaksa, Sri Lanka's Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs and son of Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa, has resigned from all his portfolios."I have informed the sec. to the President of my resignation from all portfolios with immediate effect, in hope that it may assist HE & PMs decision to establish stability for the people & the govt of #LKA. I remain committed to my voters, my party & the people of #Hambanthota," Namal Rajapaksa said in a tweet.The 26-member Sri Lankan cabinet submitted ...

Imran calls for fresh elections; move to oust him blocked in Parliament

Prime Minister Khan, who had effectively lost majority in the 342-member National Assembly, made a brief address to the nation after a stormy parliament session was adjourned by Deputy Speaker Qasim S

Global lawmakers call on Saudi to block forcible return of Uyghurs to China

The global parliamentarians said China is carrying out a global campaign of threats and intimidation against Uyghurs, Tibetans, Hong Kongers, Chinese dissidents and other activists abroad.

Nepal PM Deuba to arrive in India today, likely to meet Jaishankar

Deuba will be accompanied by a high-level delegation and his spouse Dr Arzu Deuba.

Daleep Singh has productive conversations in India: White House

Singh was in India on March 30 and 31 to discuss the consequences of Russia's unjustified war against Ukraine and the development of an Indo-Pacific Economic Framework.

Russia proposes SWIFT alternative to India for Ruble payments

India is keen to continue bilateral trade due to its dependency on Russian weapons and the prospect of buying cheaper oil as global prices surge.

India to provide $1 million to BIMSTEC to increase its operational budget

PM Modi made the announcement in the backdrop of making early progress on the proposal of the BIMSTEC free trade agreement (FTA) to enhance mutual business.

President Biden proposes $1.8 billion for Indo-Pacific Strategy

In the Indo-Pacific, America is strengthening its role and expanding its cooperation with longtime allies and partners

Diplomatic talks with China show foreign, def policies joined at hip: EAM

A different world view propelled a comprehensive review of the foreign policy post-2014, Jaishankar said.

PM Modi to hold virtual summit with Australian counterpart on Monday

The announcement on the summit was made by External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Arindam Bagchi at a media briefing on Thursday.

Decoded: Why the next FATF review is critical for India

The evaluation of India by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) could start by the end of the year

Timely help from India rescues Sri Lanka from economic crisis

India in the last six months has provided assistance on several fronts to its tiny neighbour to tide over its economic crisis.

In South Korea election, future of foreign policy up for debate

Among Seoul's foreign policy challenges are an intensifying rivalry between its top ally, Washington, and its top trading partner, China

Prime Minister Modi to join other Quad leaders in virtual meeting

The Ministry of External Affairs said the leaders will exchange views and assessments about important developments in the Indo-Pacific.

First shipment of 2,500 MT of wheat from India reaches Jalalabad

The shipment was part of the commitment made by the government of India to supply 50,000 metric tonnes of wheat for the people of Afghanistan

EAM Jaishankar chairs meeting of Indian Ambassadors to EU countries

The External Affairs Minister arrived in Paris on Sunday on a three-day trip after paying a two-day visit to Germany