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India, US relations set to remain strong under Trump administration

The India-US relationship is set to expand under the Donald Trump administration, but there could be some unease on issues like imports, tariffs and immigration, strategic affairs experts said after the Republican leader won the fiercely contested presidential election. The difficult issues between the two sides are likely to be addressed amicably as both Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Trump have a great friendship, they said. In his election campaign, Trump proposed higher tariffs on foreign goods, especially imports from China and vowed to rid the US of all undocumented immigrants by launching a major deportation programme. Shortly after it became clear that Trump would be the next US President, Capitol Hill veteran and Communication Strategist Anang Mittal said leading figures in the Republican Party and conservative intellectuals consider the future of the India-US relationship as "pivotal" in shaping the 21st century. A day ahead of the election, Dhruva Jaishankar, the ...

Jaishankar calls on Australian PM Albanese, discusses ways to bolster ties

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday called on Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and discussed ways to deepen the bilateral comprehensive strategic partnership. During the meeting, Jaishankar also conveyed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's greeting to Albanese. The minister is on an official visit to Australia from November 3-7. "Delighted to call on PM Anthony Albanese in Canberra today. Conveyed warm greetings of PM @narendramodi. Value his guidance for deepening India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership," Jaishankar wrote on X. He later met with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Winston Peters and discussed education, technology, agriculture and people-to-people ties. They also exchanged views on Indo-Pacific and global issues. He also interacted with members of the Australia-India Parliamentary Friendship Group. "Appreciate their warm sentiments for stronger political, economic and people-to-people ties with India," Jaishankar said in a

EAM Jaishankar calls on Australian PM Albanese, discusses bilateral ties

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday called on Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and discussed ways to deepen the bilateral comprehensive strategic partnership. During the meeting, Jaishankar also conveyed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's greeting to Albanese. The minister is on an official visit to Australia from November 3-7. "Delighted to call on PM Anthony Albanese in Canberra today. Conveyed warm greetings of PM @narendramodi. Value his guidance for deepening India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership," Jaishankar wrote on X. Earlier, Jaishankar met Peter Dutton, the leader of the Liberal Party of Australia. "Shared perspectives on global issues and appreciate his support for our bilateral ties," Jaishankar said after meeting Dutton. He also met New Zealand's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Winston Peters in Canberra. "Discussed education, technology, agriculture, technology and people-to-people ties. Also exchanged views on Indo-Pa

Australian FM raises allegations of targeting Sikhs with EAM Jaishankar

Australia's foreign minister said Tuesday she raised allegations with her Indian counterpart that India has targeted Sikh activists in Canada. Foreign Minister Penny Wong said she discussed the Canadian allegations with Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar while he was in the Australian capital, Canberra. India has denied Canada's allegation that Indian Home Minister Amit Shah ordered the targeting of Sikh activists inside Canada. Wong said her message to the Sikh community was that people have a right to be safe and respected in Australia, regardless of who they are. We've made clear our concerns about the allegations under investigation. We've said that we respect Canada's judicial process, Wong said at a news conference with Jaishankar. We convey our views to India as you would expect us to do and we have a principled position in relation to matters such as the rule of law and the independence of the judiciary and also, frankly, the sovereignty of all countries, she ...

Vandalism of Hindu temples in Canada deeply concerning: EAM Jaishankar

Incident happened weeks after Ottawa expelled six Indian diplomats, linking them to the killing of a Sikh separatist leader in 2023 in Canada

Friendships not exclusive, especially in multi-polar world: EAM Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday said friendships are "not exclusive", particularly in a multi-polar world. In his address at a book launch here, the minister also said India is today positioning itself as a "Vishwa Mitra" and "we seek to be friends with as many as possible". This obviously generates goodwill and positivity towards India. It is reflected in the growing contribution the country makes to global good and in its closer engagement with the international community, the external affairs minister said, adding that in some ways, this is "diplomacy 101". He said this at the launch of a book, titled "Friends: India's Closest Strategic Partner", written by scholar Sreeram Chaulia. In his address, Jaishankar underlined that friends are not always black and white, nor will friendship be linear in development. Friends in the final analysis are "always work in progress", he added. "In an imperfect, competitive and evolving global order, let us take these approx

America repatriated over 1,100 Indian nationals in 2024, says US official

Murray highlighted the significant role of the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS), specifically its agency, US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in coordinating deportations

EAM stresses need for 'whole of govt' approach to national security

He spoke about the intricacies of current geopolitics including its challenges, possibilities and opportunities

Building ecosystem to produce C-295 components locally: MEA on Spain deal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President of the Government of Spain, Pedro Sanchez, jointly inaugurated the TATA Aircraft Complex for manufacturing C-295 aircraft

Highlights: Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena fields Milind Deora against Aaditya Thackeray from Worli

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Spanish PM to arrive today, inaugurate aircraft facility with PM Modi

A number of MoUs/ Agreements are expected to be signed during the visit which shall give a fillip to bilateral cooperation

Will take time to build trust, willingness: Jaishankar on India-China ties

Addressing an interactive session with students at FLAME University in Pune, Jaishankar said that since 2020, 'Situation on border has been very disturbed and had a very negative impact on ties'

First tranche of India's humanitarian assistance handed over to Lebanon

On October 18, India had dispatched the first tranche of 11 tons of medical supplies to Lebanon as part of a humanitarian effort to support the nation amid rising tensions and the ongoing conflict

India, Germany to hold 7th Intergovernmental Consultations on Oct 25-26

Increased collaboration in new and emerging technologies is also expected, building on the India-Germany Vision Document released by Chancellor and PM Modi during former's State visit to India in 2023

Brics must avoid being an anti-West group as it grows, says PM Modi

Comments underscore PM Modi's challenge in trying to balance ties with Russia, which India relies on for cheap oil, and US, which is providing access to cutting-edge technology for manufacturing

Xi Jinping agrees 'in principle' to PM Modi's suggestions on improving ties

Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed "in principle to the suggestions made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during their meeting here on Wednesday to improve India-China relations, state-run Xinhua news agency reported. In his meeting with Modi on the sidelines of the 16th BRICS Summit in the Russian city of Kazan, Xi said China-India relations are essentially a question of how the two large developing countries and neighbours, each with a 1.4-billion-strong population, treat each other. Xi said China and India should maintain a sound strategic perception of each other and work together to find the "right and bright path" for big, neighbouring countries to live in harmony and develop side by side. The two leaders commended the important progress the two sides recently made through intensive communication on resolving the issues in the border areas. Modi made suggestions on improving and developing the relationship, which Xi agreed to in principle," Xinhua news agency reported without

PM Modi arrives in Delhi after attending Brics Summit in Russia's Kazan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also met several world leaders, including Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan

Jaishankar meets Indonesian counterpart in Kazan, discusses strategic ties

Jaishankar accompanied PM Modi to the 16th Brics Summit in Kazan, hosted by Russian President Vladimir Putin, brings together leaders from Brics member countries to address pressing global issues

PM Modi arrives in Kazan for Brics Summit, to meet President Putin, Xi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday arrived here to attend the 16th BRICS Summit, where he is likely to hold bilateral meetings, including with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping. Landed in Kazan for the BRICS Summit. This is an important Summit, and the discussions here will contribute to a better planet, Modi posted on X after landing here. PM @narendramodi lands in the heritage city of Kazan, Russia. On arrival, PM was warmly received by the Head of the Republic of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov, Ministry of External Affairs posted on X. India values close cooperation within BRICS which has emerged as an important platform for dialogue and discussion on a range of key issues concerning global developmental agenda, Modi said in a statement before embarking on a two-day visit to Kazan, about 900 km east of Moscow. The expansion of BRICS with the addition of new members last year has added to its inclusivity and agenda for the global good, he ...

PM Modi meets Bhutanese PM Tobgay, calls Bhutan India's 'special friend'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with his Bhutanese counterpart Tshering Tobgay on Monday and called Bhutan India's "special friend." He emphasized that the cooperation between the two nations will continue to get better in the times to come.In a post on X, PM Modi stated, "Glad to have met you in Delhi this morning, PM Tshering Tobgay. Bhutan is a very special friend of India's and our cooperation will continue to get even better in the times to come."He made the statement in response to a post shared by Bhutanese PM Tshering Tobgay, where he referred to PM Modi as his "friend."Tobgay expressed gratitude to the Indian government and people for their steadfast goodwill and cooperation. He expressed commitment to advancing special bond of friendship between two nations."Always happy to meet my friend, H.E. Prime Minister @narendramodi ji ; Expressed my gratitude to the Government & people of India for their steadfast goodwill & cooperation. We reaffirmed our ...