'Operation Brahma': India sends two C-17 aircraft, more relief aid to quake-hit Myanmar, says MEA

IANS | March 30, 2025 12:41 AM

Yangon, March 30 (IANS) India has intensified its efforts to assist Myanmar following the devastating earthquake, under 'Operation Brahma', by sending two C-17 aircraft with 118-member Indian Army field hospital unit, including women and child care services, as well as 60 tonnes of relief material which arrived in Myanmar later on Saturday, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a statement.

‘First Responder’: How India’s Operation Brahma helping quake-hit Myanmar

IANS | March 29, 2025 5:01 PM

New Delhi, March 29 (IANS) Hours after a high-intensity earthquake jolted Myanmar, causing widespread devastation, India came to the quick rescue of the neighboring country by sending rescue teams and providing humanitarian aid to assist in evacuation efforts as well as comforting the displaced populace.

India, US discuss trade, defence

Yashwant Raj | March 29, 2025 12:01 AM

Washington, March 29 (IANS) India and the US, on Friday, discussed trade just days ahead of President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs system kicks into effect.