India-Israel farm ties poised for big leap

IANS | March 29, 2026 7:13 PM

New Delhi, March 29 (IANS) The India-Israel cooperation in agriculture has received a huge push with the announcement, during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Jerusalem last month, of setting up more Centres of Excellence as high-tech agricultural hubs and taking these further to the village level to ensure that the use of modern farm techniques percolates directly to the grassroots.

Sri Lankan President Dissanayake expresses gratitude to India for swift fuel support

IANS | March 29, 2026 3:49 PM

Colombo, March 29 (IANS) Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Sunday expressed gratitude to India for swift support after 38,000 metric tons of fuel shipped by New Delhi reached Colombo.

Pakistan's apathetic response stalls China’s mediation efforts between Islamabad and Kabul: Report

IANS | March 28, 2026 6:38 PM

Kabul/Islamabad, March 28 (IANS) China’s efforts to mediate between Islamabad and Kabul appear to have reached a dead end, raising significant doubts about its influence in both countries – especially in Pakistan, a report has revealed.

India refutes Elon Musk's presence in PM Modi-Trump call on West Asia

IANS | March 28, 2026 3:47 PM

New Delhi, March 28 (IANS) The Centre on Saturday clarified that the recent telephone conversation held on March 24 was exclusively between US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, dismissing reports that billionaire Elon Musk was also part of the discussion.

Value his many insights: EAM Jaishankar on meeting French President Macron

IANS | March 28, 2026 2:55 PM

Paris, March 28 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Saturday stated he met French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris and conveyed warm greetings from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Eager to work closely with you: Nepal's Balendra Shah thanks PM Modi for congratulatory message

IANS | March 28, 2026 11:09 AM

Kathmandu, March 28 (IANS) Newly sworn-in Nepalese Prime Minister Balendra Shah on Saturday thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his congratulatory message and expressed hope to advance the multifaceted ties between the two nations.

EAM Jaishankar visits Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre in Paris

IANS | March 28, 2026 10:50 AM

Paris, March 28 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar visited the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre in Paris and expressed hope that the renovated facility will serve as a hub for the deepening interest in Indian art and culture.

US warns Iran over Hormuz toll threat

IANS | March 28, 2026 12:09 AM

Washington, March 27, (IANS) The United States has warned that any move by Iran to impose a tolling system in the Strait of Hormuz would be “illegal” and “dangerous,” signalling early concern over a potential escalation affecting global shipping lanes.

UN chief sets up task force on Hormuz humanitarian fallout

Arul Louis | March 27, 2026 11:59 PM

United Nations, March 27 (IANS) As the world reels from the impact of the Strait of Hormuz chokehold, Secretary‑General Antonio Guterres on Friday announced a task force to address its humanitarian fallout.

Pakistan's 'propaganda diplomacy' aimed at preserving its declining strategic importance

IANS | March 27, 2026 10:06 PM

Islamabad, March 27 (IANS) Despite Islamabad's attempt to position itself as mediator in the US-Iran conflict, Tehran returned Pakistan's tanker and blocked its passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran also turned down proposals for talks, including the US ceasefire attempts, by dismissing Trump's 15-point peace proposal.

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India-Israel farm ties poised for big leap

Sri Lankan President Dissanayake expresses gratitude to India for swift fuel support

Pakistan's apathetic response stalls China’s mediation efforts between Islamabad and Kabul: Report

India refutes Elon Musk's presence in PM Modi-Trump call on West Asia

Value his many insights: EAM Jaishankar on meeting French President Macron

Eager to work closely with you: Nepal's Balendra Shah thanks PM Modi for congratulatory message

EAM Jaishankar visits Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre in Paris

US warns Iran over Hormuz toll threat

UN chief sets up task force on Hormuz humanitarian fallout

Pakistan's 'propaganda diplomacy' aimed at preserving its declining strategic importance

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