Putin warned Bush of Pakistan-linked nuclear leaks

IANS | December 25, 2025 10:16 PM

Washington, Dec 25 (IANS) Pakistan emerged as a central nuclear proliferation concern in private talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President George W. Bush, according to newly released transcripts that show both leaders warning of uranium of Pakistani origin turning up in Iran’s nuclear program and expressing deep unease over Islamabad’s control of its atomic assets.

What exactly is Tarique Rahman’s ‘plan’ for Bangladesh and its people?

IANS | December 25, 2025 6:55 PM

New Delhi, Dec 25 (IANS) Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has a plan, he told his countrymen on Thursday, December 25, in Dhaka, but did not deal much with its details.

Groundless and irresponsible: China slams US report, says it sows discord with India

IANS | December 25, 2025 6:20 PM

Beijing, Dec 25 (IANS) China on Thursday said that it firmly opposes a Pentagon report that distorts Beijing's defence policies and drives a wedge between China and other countries, including India, to justify its own attempt to maintain military hegemony.

Indian envoy holds talks with American counterpart Sergio Gor in Mar-a-Lago

IANS | December 25, 2025 9:06 AM

Washington, Dec 25 (IANS) India’s Ambassador to the United States Vinay Mohan Kwatra travelled to Mar-a-Lago in Florida, where President Donald Trump is spending Christmas and the New Year, and held talks with his American counterpart, Sergio Gor, to strengthen bilateral ties.

Disrespectful act: MEA on demolition of Hindu deity statue during Thai-Cambodia border clashes

IANS | December 24, 2025 9:10 PM

New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) India on Wednesday expressed concerns over reports of demolition of a Hindu deity statue in an area affected by the ongoing border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia, asserting that such "disrespectful acts" hurt the sentiments of followers around the world.

Brazilian President Lula could visit India next month, sources say

IANS | December 23, 2025 9:03 PM

Brasilia/New Delhi, Dec 23 (IANS) President of Brazil, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, could visit India early next year, top sources indicated to IANS on Tuesday.

Sri Lanka: EAM Jaishankar meets Tamil leaders and members of Indian origin Tamil community

IANS | December 23, 2025 6:25 PM

Colombo, Dec 23 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar met leaders of the Indian origin Tamil community in Colombo on Tuesday during his visit to the island nation.

ICG ship Sarthak hosts Saudi officials, reaffirms growing momentum in maritime ties

IANS | December 23, 2025 6:15 PM

Riyadh, Dec 23 (IANS) Highlighting the growing maritime ties between India and Saudi Arabia, Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Ship Sarthak and the Indian Embassy in Riyadh hosted an onboard reception for Saudi officials from the Royal Navy, Border Guards and Port Authorities, along with the Indian community on Tuesday.

Lankan leaders thank EAM Jaishankar for India's support 'when it mattered most'

IANS | December 23, 2025 4:45 PM

Colombo, Dec 23 (IANS) Sri Lanka's Leader of the Opposition and opposition coalition Samagi Jana Balawegaya, Sajith Premadasa called on visiting External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar in Colombo on Tuesday, thanking India for the support it extended to the island nation in the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah.

EAM Jaishankar meets Lankan ministers, reiterates India's full support

IANS | December 23, 2025 3:02 PM

Colombo, Dec 23 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar met Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath, Health Minister Nalinda Jayatissa, Labour and Deputy Finance Minister Anil Jayantha and Deputy Tourism Minister Ruwan Ranasinghe on Tuesday, reiterating India's full support to the island nation's recovery and rebuilding in the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah.

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Putin warned Bush of Pakistan-linked nuclear leaks

What exactly is Tarique Rahman’s ‘plan’ for Bangladesh and its people?

Groundless and irresponsible: China slams US report, says it sows discord with India

Indian envoy holds talks with American counterpart Sergio Gor in Mar-a-Lago

Disrespectful act: MEA on demolition of Hindu deity statue during Thai-Cambodia border clashes

Brazilian President Lula could visit India next month, sources say

Sri Lanka: EAM Jaishankar meets Tamil leaders and members of Indian origin Tamil community

ICG ship Sarthak hosts Saudi officials, reaffirms growing momentum in maritime ties

Lankan leaders thank EAM Jaishankar for India's support 'when it mattered most'

EAM Jaishankar meets Lankan ministers, reiterates India's full support

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