EAM Jaishankar and Japanese counterpart discuss West Asia situation, economic security issues

IANS | May 25, 2026 8:12 PM

New Delhi, May 25 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Monday met Japanese counterpart Toshimitsu Motegi ahead of Tuesday's Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting in New Delhi, highlighting that the special strategic and global partnership between both countries remains rooted in their joint vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific.

Iranian minister calls Foreign Secretary Misri, discusses regional developments and bilateral ties

IANS | May 25, 2026 7:49 PM

New Delhi, May 25 (IANS) Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Monday received a call from Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs, Majid Takht Ravanchi, during which they discussed the ongoing developments in the region and also reviewed the bilateral cooperation.

India eyes $50 bn trade with Canada (IANS Exclusive)

IANS | May 25, 2026 7:27 PM

Washington, May 25 (IANS) India and Canada are aiming to nearly double bilateral trade to $50 billion within the next five years as both countries push to reset economic ties and fast-track negotiations on a comprehensive trade pact, India’s High Commissioner to Canada, Dinesh K Patnaik, said in an exclusive interview to IANS.

India-Canada ties back on track, says envoy as Piyush Goyal kicks off significant visit (IANS exclusive)

Lalit K Jha | May 25, 2026 6:26 PM

Washington, May 25 (IANS) India and Canada have moved from an "antagonistic" phase to an "extremely friendly" one, with security agencies, political leadership and businesses now working closely together, India's High Commissioner to Canada, Dinesh K. Patnaik, said in an exclusive interview to IANS.

Iran says conclusion reached on several issues with US, but agreement not imminent

IANS | May 25, 2026 4:45 PM

Tehran, May 25 (IANS) Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei on Monday said that a conclusion has been reached on a large portion of issues under discussion with the US although no specific timeframe has been set for finalising any understanding, local media reported.

Marco Rubio, wife Jeanette visit Taj Mahal and Jaipur's Amber Fort

IANS | May 25, 2026 3:39 PM

Agra, May 25 (IANS) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and his wife Jeanette Rubio visited the iconic Taj Mahal in Uttar Pradesh's Agra and the Amber Fort in Rajasthan's Jaipur, on Monday.

Taliban seeks broader global engagement amid continued scrutiny on women’s rights

Jayanta Bhattacharya | May 25, 2026 2:54 PM

New Delhi, May 25 (IANS) It was largely coincidental, but ironic, that soon after the reclusive Taliban supreme leader Sheikh Hibatullah Akhundzada sought to expand Afghanistan’s political and economic relations with other nations, a documentary beamed by a global public broadcaster highlighted the plight of women in the country.

India reaffirms willingness to deepen multifaceted engagement with Bangladesh

IANS | May 25, 2026 12:31 AM

Dhaka, May 25 (IANS) India's High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Pranay Verma has reaffirmed India's willingness to deepen multifaceted engagement with Bangladesh for the mutual benefit and shared prosperity of the people of both countries, the High Commission of India in Bangladesh said on Sunday.

Trump says Iran talks unlike Obama deal

IANS | May 24, 2026 11:51 PM

Washington, May 24, (IANS) US President Donald Trump on Sunday defended his administration's ongoing negotiations with Iran, sharply criticising the Obama-era nuclear agreement and asserting that the current talks would prevent Tehran from acquiring a nuclear weapon.

European leaders condemn Russia's use of 'Oreshnik' missile against Ukraine

IANS | May 24, 2026 11:38 PM

Paris, May 24 (IANS) French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday condemned Russia's attack on Ukraine and especially the use of the Oreshnik ballistic missile in the attack.

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EAM Jaishankar and Japanese counterpart discuss West Asia situation, economic security issues

Iranian minister calls Foreign Secretary Misri, discusses regional developments and bilateral ties

India eyes $50 bn trade with Canada (IANS Exclusive)

India-Canada ties back on track, says envoy as Piyush Goyal kicks off significant visit (IANS exclusive)

Iran says conclusion reached on several issues with US, but agreement not imminent

Marco Rubio, wife Jeanette visit Taj Mahal and Jaipur's Amber Fort

Taliban seeks broader global engagement amid continued scrutiny on women’s rights

India reaffirms willingness to deepen multifaceted engagement with Bangladesh

Trump says Iran talks unlike Obama deal

European leaders condemn Russia's use of 'Oreshnik' missile against Ukraine

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