'Steps announced do not advance shared ambitions of both countries': India on US Department of Labour's announcement

IANS | October 9, 2026 1:28 PM

New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) India on Friday said that it is aware of the decision announced by the US Department of Labour concerning the Permanent Labour Certification (PERM) programme for some companies, noting that suspension of PERM applications does not impact the validity of existing H-1B visas or the status of H-1B visa holders and their dependents.

US Congress to honour Indian pilot for bravery

IANS | October 9, 2026 12:10 AM

Washington, Oct 9 (IANS) Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar, whose bravery helped save 172 passengers and crew members aboard a Flydubai flight after a fellow pilot allegedly attacked him with an axe, will be honoured in the Congressional Record of the United States House of Representatives.

India, Liberia 'strongly' condemn attacks on shipping and seafarers

IANS | October 8, 2026 11:23 PM

New York, Oct 8 (IANS) The Permanent missions to the United Nations from India and Liberia 'strongly' condemned the attacks on shipping and seafarers, a joint statement said on Thursday.

Indian Envoy emphasises shared responsibility of confronting terrorism at conference in Israel

IANS | October 8, 2026 10:13 PM

Jerusalem, Oct 8 (IANS) Ambassador of India to Israel, JP Singh, on Thursday emphasised the shared responsibility of confronting terrorism together at a conference organised by Israel’s Defence and Security Forum, the Embassy said on Thursday.

India stands in solidarity with Kenya to combat Ebola

IANS | October 8, 2026 8:01 PM

Nairobi, Oct 8 (IANS) The High Commission of India in Kenya on Thursday stated that India stands in solidarity with Kenya to combat Ebola virus and is committed to supporting public health preparedness and response.

Abe Memorial Corridor fitting tribute to Shinzo Abe's contribution to India-Japan friendship: PM Modi

IANS | October 8, 2026 4:39 PM

New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with Akie Abe, wife of late Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, in New Delhi on Thursday and expressed appreciation for her continued association with India.

EAM Jaishankar congratulates Ethiopian Foreign Minister on re-appointment

IANS | October 8, 2026 4:24 PM

Abidjan, Oct 8 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Thursday congratulated Gedion Timothewos Hessebon on his re-appointment as Ethiopia's Minister of Foreign Affairs and said that he looked forward to meeting him soon to further strengthen the strategic partnership.

India, Cyprus discuss strengthening cooperation in shipping and technology, tourism connectivity

IANS | October 8, 2026 3:17 PM

Nicosia, Oct 8 (IANS) India and Cyprus on Thursday held discussions on expanding trade and investment; advancing cooperation in shipping and technology; and, strengthening tourism connectivity and infrastructure links.

India affirms commitment to advance constructive outcomes of Fiji pre-COP discussions

IANS | October 8, 2026 2:54 PM

Suva, Oct 8 (IANS) Union Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Bhupender Yadav on Thursday said that India remains committed to working with the COP31 presidency, the chairs and all parties to take forward the constructive outcomes of the Pre-COP discussions in Fiji towards the upcoming climate summit in Turkey.

India’s developmental ties with Africa guided by partners’ needs, priorities: EAM Jaishankar

IANS | October 8, 2026 11:50 AM

Abidjan, Oct 8 (IANS) Emphasising the importance of India’s development cooperation with Africa, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar said that New Delhi’s approach has been guided by the needs and priorities of its African partners.

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'Steps announced do not advance shared ambitions of both countries': India on US Department of Labour's announcement

US Congress to honour Indian pilot for bravery

India, Liberia 'strongly' condemn attacks on shipping and seafarers

Indian Envoy emphasises shared responsibility of confronting terrorism at conference in Israel

India stands in solidarity with Kenya to combat Ebola

Abe Memorial Corridor fitting tribute to Shinzo Abe's contribution to India-Japan friendship: PM Modi

EAM Jaishankar congratulates Ethiopian Foreign Minister on re-appointment

India, Cyprus discuss strengthening cooperation in shipping and technology, tourism connectivity

India affirms commitment to advance constructive outcomes of Fiji pre-COP discussions

India’s developmental ties with Africa guided by partners’ needs, priorities: EAM Jaishankar

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