India and China discuss positive steps for improved bilateral relations

IANS | January 14, 2026 6:31 PM

New Delhi, Jan 14 (IANS) Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Wednesday highlighted the need to take positive steps to create the right environment for improved bilateral relations between India and China during his meeting with Sun Haiyan, Vice Minister of the International Department of the Communist Party of China (IDCPC), who is on a visit to India from January 12-14.

India and Cuba reaffirm commitment to strengthen ties

IANS | January 14, 2026 5:54 PM

New Delhi, Jan 14 (IANS) Marking the 66th anniversary of their diplomatic relations earlier this week, India and Cuba have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthen cooperation based on mutual respect, collaboration, and solidarity.

USISPF welcomes India's role in minerals talks

IANS | January 14, 2026 7:00 AM

Washington, Jan 14 (IANS) Eminent American trade and strategic advocacy group the US–India Strategic Partnership Forum welcomed India’s participation in the Finance Ministerial on Securing Critical Minerals Supply Chains in Washington, calling it an important step in strengthening US–India cooperation in a critical strategic sector.

Global economy defies trade turmoil, growth to ease: World Bank

IANS | January 13, 2026 9:27 PM

Washington, Jan 13 (IANS) The global economy is showing greater resilience than expected despite historic trade tensions and policy uncertainty, with growth projected to remain broadly steady over the next two years, the World Bank said on Tuesday.