BIMSTEC finalises key agreements on connectivity and security

IANS | April 2, 2025 10:41 PM

New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) The 25th session of the Senior Officials’ Meeting (SOM) of BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) concluded on Wednesday in Bangkok, Thailand. This meeting, which precedes the 20th BIMSTEC Ministerial Meeting on April 3 and the 6th BIMSTEC Summit on April 4, finalised key documents and set the agenda for the upcoming discussions at the Ministerial and Summit levels.

PM Modi to leave for Thailand tomorrow for BIMSTEC meet

IANS | April 2, 2025 10:28 PM

New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will leave for Bangkok on Thursday to attend the 6th BIMSTEC Summit, with his visit also set to further strengthen economic and trade ties between India and Thailand.

Operation Brahma: India continues humanitarian assistance to quake-hit Myanmar

IANS | April 1, 2025 9:38 PM

New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) India’s commitment to aiding Myanmar following the devastating earthquake on March 28 remained steadfast, as the country dispatched further assistance to address the urgent needs of the affected population on Tuesday.

Israel Embassy shares Ghibli showcasing PM Modi-Netanyahu friendship

IANS | April 1, 2025 8:20 PM

New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) The Israel Embassy in India shared a heartwarming message on social media platform ‘X’ on Tuesday, showcasing the friendship between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, illustrated through a beautiful Ghibli-style art piece.

Strengthening ties: How India is shaping the future of BIMSTEC

IANS | April 1, 2025 6:44 PM

New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) India plays a dynamic and central role in the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC), acting as a key driver of regional integration and cooperation.

India’s defence exports log over 12 pc growth at record Rs 23,622 crore in FY25

IANS | April 1, 2025 6:12 PM

New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) India’s defence exports surged to a record high of Rs 23,622 crore (about $2.76 billion) in the just-concluded FY25 -- a growth of Rs 2,539 crore or 12.04 per cent compared to Rs 21,083 crore in FY24, the government said on Tuesday.

India-US trade ties face complex tariff alignments: Report

IANS | April 1, 2025 5:15 PM

New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) While both India and the US are deeply interconnected through trade, investment, and strategic agreements, recent US tariff measures have introduced new complexities, as per a report.

PM Modi discusses Antarctica cooperation, trade with 'important partner' Chilean Prez

IANS | April 1, 2025 3:41 PM

New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday described Chile as an "important friend and partner" for India in Latin America and reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening cooperation across various sectors, including Antarctica exploration, health security, trade, and strategic partnerships.

China-Bangladesh relations: A new path or new worry? (IANS Analysis)

IANS | March 31, 2025 9:05 PM

New Delhi, March 31 (IANS) Chief advisor of Bangladesh’s interim government, Muhammad Yunus was recently on a four-day official visit to China, the first bilateral engagement since assuming power. The Press Secretary of the Chief advisor termed this “the most important visit” by a Bangladesh leader over last five decades, denoting the significance of this visit for Dhaka. Post Sheikh Hasina Bangladesh is noted for its strikingly different approach when it comes to neighbourhood relations. Its engagements with China, however, have been akin to the previous (fallen) government.

IAF’s Su-30 MKI to display skills in multinational exercise in Greece (Lead)

IANS | March 30, 2025 6:18 PM

New Delhi, March 30 (IANS) Aiming to hone skills against a dozen other counterparts, including the US, Israel, and France, the Indian Air Force (IAF) will be participating in biennial multinational air exercise INIOCHOS-25, starting in Greece from Monday, an official said.