Moscow 2001: Putin was first international leader Narendra Modi met as Gujarat CM

IANS | December 4, 2025 4:28 PM

Moscow/New Delhi, Dec 4 (IANS) Hours before Russian President Vladimir Putin's arrival in India, a throwback image of Prime Minister Narendra Modi from his visit to Moscow with late Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee is once again being widely shared on social media, spotlighting the deep friendship between both nations which has bolstered further over the last decade.

Iran's Foreign Minister expresses readiness to expand economic, trade ties with neighbours

IANS | December 4, 2025 2:49 PM

Tehran, Dec 4 (IANS) Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi has expressed his ministry's readiness to expand Iran's economic and trade ties with nations, especially with neighbouring nations, local media reported on Thursday.

Putin’s Delhi trip marks 'new chapter' amid Ukraine war, says former diplomat Deepak Vohra

IANS | December 4, 2025 12:56 PM

New Delhi, Dec 4 (IANS) As Russian President Vladimir Putin begins his two-day visit to India, former Indian Ambassador to Poland, Deepak Vohra, on Thursday described the visit as highly significant, especially at a time when Russia remains engaged in its war with Ukraine.

Indian envoy visits British Columbia Legislative Assembly, holds talks on energy, investment

IANS | December 4, 2025 11:32 AM

Ottawa, Dec 4 (IANS) Indian High Commissioner to Canada, Dinesh K. Patnaik, visited the Legislative Assembly of the Canadian Province of British Columbia in a step to boost the bilateral partnership.

Experts warn US-India ties are at their 'lowest point' in 25 years

IANS | December 4, 2025 10:01 AM

Washington, Dec 4 (IANS) A panel of leading American strategic experts has cautioned that the United States and India are navigating one of the most fragile phases in their relationship in nearly a quarter century, with political mistrust, stalled trade talks and geopolitical pressures testing what has long been seen in Washington as a critical partnership in the Indo-Pacific.

Putin's Delhi visit: Former diplomats call it significant diplomatic engagement

IANS | December 4, 2025 9:54 AM

New Delhi, Dec 4 (IANS) Russian President Vladimir Putin will begin his visit to India on Thursday with an informal meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence. Former diplomats have described the visit as extremely important, calling it one of the most significant diplomatic engagements India has seen in recent years.

Delhi rolls out warm welcome for Russian President Putin amid high-level security

IANS | December 4, 2025 8:08 AM

New Delhi, Dec 4 (IANS) As Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to arrive in India for his two-day historic visit on Thursday, New Delhi has been lined with banners welcoming the Russian leader, marking the beginning of an engagement that carries significant diplomatic weight.

Russian President Putin to being two-day India visit today; defence, trade and energy talks on agenda

IANS | December 4, 2025 6:20 AM

New Delhi, Dec 4 (IANS) Russian President Vladimir Putin will begin his two-day visit to India on Thursday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to host him for a private dinner shortly after he arrives in New Delhi.

CEC Gyanesh Kumar takes over as chair of International IDEA, pledges ‘decisive and action-oriented’ leadership

IANS | December 3, 2025 9:38 PM

New Delhi, Dec 3 (IANS) Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) of India, Gyanesh Kumar, on Wednesday assumed the Chairship of the Council of Member States of the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) for the year 2026, marking a major recognition of India’s credibility as one of the world’s most experienced election management systems.

Pakistan brazenly breaches EU norms but still enjoys GSP+ trade status

IANS | December 3, 2025 8:24 PM

New Delhi, Dec 3 (IANS) Pakistan has been one of the largest beneficiaries of the Generalised System of Preferences Plus (GSP+) status granted to its exports by the European Union. However, the Islamic nation’s poor track record on human rights constitutes a major violation of the eligibility conditions for this status.

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Moscow 2001: Putin was first international leader Narendra Modi met as Gujarat CM

Iran's Foreign Minister expresses readiness to expand economic, trade ties with neighbours

Putin’s Delhi trip marks 'new chapter' amid Ukraine war, says former diplomat Deepak Vohra

Indian envoy visits British Columbia Legislative Assembly, holds talks on energy, investment

Experts warn US-India ties are at their 'lowest point' in 25 years

Putin's Delhi visit: Former diplomats call it significant diplomatic engagement

Delhi rolls out warm welcome for Russian President Putin amid high-level security

Russian President Putin to being two-day India visit today; defence, trade and energy talks on agenda

CEC Gyanesh Kumar takes over as chair of International IDEA, pledges ‘decisive and action-oriented’ leadership

Pakistan brazenly breaches EU norms but still enjoys GSP+ trade status

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