From SAGAR to MAHASAGAR: Experts call PM Modi’s maritime shift ‘strategic and visionary’

IANS | May 23, 2025 8:44 PM

New Delhi, May 23 (IANS) In a defining moment for India’s maritime diplomacy, the country unveiled its expanded oceanic strategy under the banner of the ‘MAHASAGAR’ (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions) initiative. This move marked a significant evolution of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s original SAGAR doctrine. The new initiative demonstrates a shift from the regional focus on the Indian Ocean to a comprehensive global maritime approach.

'India’s vision for global growth rooted in peace and sustainability'

IANS | May 23, 2025 8:29 PM

New Delhi, May 23 (IANS) With the geopolitical equations in the Indian subcontinent undergoing a rapid change in the past month, experts on Friday said that India’s vision for global growth is rooted in sustainability, mutual cooperation, and ocean-based prosperity.

In UAE, Indian delegation conveys message of harmony, tolerance and peaceful coexistence

IANS | May 23, 2025 7:48 PM

Abu Dhabi, May 23 (IANS) The high-level all-party delegation from India led by Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Eknath Shinde on Friday paid obeisance at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, BAPS Hindu Temple and Guru Nanak Darbar Gurudwara in Abu Dhabi conveying a strong message of harmony, tolerance and peaceful coexistence - the values shared and cherished by India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Peace and stability in Indian Ocean key for economic, sustained growth: Experts

IANS | May 23, 2025 7:28 PM

New Delhi, May 23 (IANS) With the geopolitical equations in the Indian sub-continent undergoing a rapid change in the past month, experts on Friday urged the need to focus on peace and stability in the Indian Ocean for economic and sustained growth.

India's global outreach against Pakistan signifies robust diplomacy: Anand Sharma (IANS Interview)

IANS | May 23, 2025 6:14 PM

New Delhi, May 23 (IANS) Senior Congress leader and former Union Minister Anand Sharma on Friday termed the Centre’s decision to send all-party delegations abroad to present India’s stance on cross-border terrorism as a "good initiative". The move follows Operation Sindoor, a military response to the April 22 terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam.

Japan reaffirms unwavering support to India in fight against terrorism

IANS | May 23, 2025 4:29 PM

Tokyo, May 23 (IANS) The Indian all-party parliamentary delegation led by Janata Dal (United) MP Sanjay Jha interacted with the Japan-India Parliamentary Friendship League in Tokyo on Friday, conveying India's resolute stance of zero tolerance towards terrorism under the global outreach campaign of Operation Sindoor.

Op Sindoor outreach: Russia stands in solidarity with India for elimination of terrorism

IANS | May 23, 2025 2:48 PM

Moscow, May 23 (IANS) Condemning the heinous April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Russia on Friday said that it stands in solidarity with India for elimination of terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. Moscow's stand was conveyed as an all-party delegation from India, led by DMK MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi, met with senior members of the Russian Federation Council, including Andrey Denisov, First Deputy Chair of the Committee on International Affairs in the Russian capital to reaffirm the united stand against terrorism.

Rajnath Singh congratulates Richard Marles on appointment as Australia’s Deputy PM

IANS | May 23, 2025 1:22 PM

New Delhi, May 23 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday extended congratulations to Australian Labor Party leader Richard Marles on his reappointment as the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of Australia.

Japan supports India’s global campaign to expose Pakistan’s terror factories: Sanjay Jha

IANS | May 23, 2025 12:53 PM

Tokyo, May 23 (IANS) JD(U) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha, leading an all-party delegation to Japan, as part of India's global diplomatic outreach, said on Friday that Japan has expressed solidarity with India and supported calls to wipe out terrorism as well as their patrons, where ever they exist.

Op Sindoor Outreach: 3rd party delegation led by DMK MP Kanimozhi reaches Moscow

IANS | May 23, 2025 5:05 AM

Moscow, May 23 (IANS) The third high-level, all-party delegation led by DMK MP Kanimozhi arrived in Moscow and higlight India's strong resolve in the fighting terrorism in all its forms, the Indian Embassy in Moscow said on Friday.

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From SAGAR to MAHASAGAR: Experts call PM Modi’s maritime shift ‘strategic and visionary’

'India’s vision for global growth rooted in peace and sustainability'

In UAE, Indian delegation conveys message of harmony, tolerance and peaceful coexistence

Peace and stability in Indian Ocean key for economic, sustained growth: Experts

India's global outreach against Pakistan signifies robust diplomacy: Anand Sharma (IANS Interview)

Japan reaffirms unwavering support to India in fight against terrorism

Op Sindoor outreach: Russia stands in solidarity with India for elimination of terrorism

Rajnath Singh congratulates Richard Marles on appointment as Australia’s Deputy PM

Japan supports India’s global campaign to expose Pakistan’s terror factories: Sanjay Jha

Op Sindoor Outreach: 3rd party delegation led by DMK MP Kanimozhi reaches Moscow

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