'Gunning for trouble': Investigating the Bofors scandal, its impact - and inconclusive outcome (Book Review)

Vikas Datta | March 10, 2025 4:51 PM

New Delhi, March 10 (IANS) The scandal tarnished the image of two popular Prime Ministers (one posthumously), threw light on the unscrupulous world of the global arms trade and its nexus with politics, and forced banking haven Switzerland to change its impenetrable laws to help foreign governments unearth cases of large-scale corruption.

EAM Jaishankar's UK visit injected fresh momentum into strategic partnership: MEA

IANS | March 10, 2025 4:21 PM

New Delhi, March 10 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar's visit to the United Kingdom last week injected fresh momentum into the India-UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Monday.

Chinese leadership eliminating Tibetan identity: PM-in-exile Penpa Tsering

IANS | March 10, 2025 3:50 PM

Dharamsala, March 10 (IANS) Marking the 66th anniversary of the Tibetan National Uprising Day amid the presence of delegations from Slovakia and Estonia here, Prime Minister-in-exile Penpa Tsering on Monday said under the current Chinese leadership a deliberate and dangerous strategy to “eliminate the very identity of the Tibetan people as a unique human race is evident”.

Why India and Japan should deepen ties amid volatile geographical landscape (IANS Analysis)

Rahul Pawa | March 9, 2025 8:59 PM

New Delhi, March 9 (IANS) Looking ahead, both nations must leverage their respective strengths -- India's strategic geography and expanding global influence, combined with Japan's technological prowess and diplomatic reach -- to secure the Indo-Pacific's stability.

India, EU to hold next round of trade talks on March 10

IANS | March 9, 2025 3:02 PM

New Delhi, March 9 (IANS) India and the European Union are scheduled to begin the next round of talks for a proposed free trade agreement (FTA) from Monday in Brussels with the aim of concluding the talks by the end of this year, a senior official said.

Israel to send delegation to Doha on March 10 to advance Gaza ceasefire talks

IANS | March 9, 2025 7:32 AM

Jerusalem, March 9 (IANS) Israel will send a delegation to Qatar's capital Doha on Monday to advance negotiations for renewing the ceasefire in Gaza and securing the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas, according to a statement issued by the Israeli Prime Minister's Office.

Making up for many things we could & should have done earlier, says EAM Jaishankar

IANS | March 9, 2025 5:53 AM

Manchester (United Kingdom), March 9 (IANS) External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Saturday inaugurated a new Consulate General of India in Manchester, the United Kingdom, and said that "India was making up for many things that perhaps the country could and should have done earlier".

PoK residents keen to assimilate into India: Rajnath Singh (IANS Interview)

IANS | March 8, 2025 6:08 PM

New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday said the people of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) would themselves demand assimilation into India as there were little chances of Islamabad willing to return the stolen part of the Valley.

Truly uplifting: Gautam Adani hails 9 inspiring women envoys' visit

IANS | March 8, 2025 9:56 AM

New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) Gautam Adani, the Chairman of the Adani Group, on Saturday said it was an honour to host nine inspiring women Ambassadors and High Commissioners to India.

CDS' Australia visit strengthens defence collaboration between two countries: Official

IANS | March 7, 2025 9:30 PM

New Delhi, March 7 (IANS) Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Gen Anil Chauhan, during his visit to Australia, toured the historic Victoria Barracks, a landmark military facility known for its rich heritage and role in shaping strategic military planning and defence administration.

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'Gunning for trouble': Investigating the Bofors scandal, its impact - and inconclusive outcome (Book Review)

EAM Jaishankar's UK visit injected fresh momentum into strategic partnership: MEA

Chinese leadership eliminating Tibetan identity: PM-in-exile Penpa Tsering

Why India and Japan should deepen ties amid volatile geographical landscape (IANS Analysis)

India, EU to hold next round of trade talks on March 10

Israel to send delegation to Doha on March 10 to advance Gaza ceasefire talks

Making up for many things we could & should have done earlier, says EAM Jaishankar

PoK residents keen to assimilate into India: Rajnath Singh (IANS Interview)

Truly uplifting: Gautam Adani hails 9 inspiring women envoys' visit

CDS' Australia visit strengthens defence collaboration between two countries: Official

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