India emerges as ‘preferred partner’ for Seychelles in maritime security and climate resilience: Report

IANS | June 25, 2026 10:46 PM

Canberra, June 25 (IANS) India has increasingly positioned itself as a "preferred partner" for climate-vulnerable island nations like Seychelles through its island diplomacy, while enhancing maritime security cooperation and advancing climate resilience efforts. By accelerating support for Seychelles' security and blue economy, India is seeking to balance geopolitical interests with local legitimacy, a report has stated.

India remains global growth engine: IMF

IANS | June 25, 2026 9:57 PM

Washington, June 25, (IANS) India continues to be a major driver of global economic growth despite the economic impact of the Iran conflict and higher energy prices, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said on Thursday, while cautioning that the country has not been immune to disruptions in global energy markets.

India, Saudi Arabia discuss growing bilateral relations

IANS | June 25, 2026 9:43 PM

Riyadh, June 25 (IANS) India's outgoing Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Suhel Khan, met Riyadh's Governor Faisal bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz Al Saud on Thursday and discussed the steadily growing bilateral relations.

India, Japan discuss strengthening bilateral relations

IANS | June 25, 2026 9:40 PM

Tokyo, June 25 (IANS) India’s Ambassador to Japan, Nagma Malik, on Thursday met Senate President Sekiguchi Masakazu at the National Diet building and discussed further strengthening bilateral relations.