MEA lists six major outcomes of PM Modi's historic and successful Sweden visit

IANS | May 18, 2026 4:20 AM

Gothengburg, May 18 (IANS) As Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his third leg of his successful Sweden visit during the five-nation tour, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has listed six significant outcomes of the PM's visit to the Nordic country before leaving for his next pit stop to Norway.

PM Modi, Kristersson hold bilateral talks, reaffirm commitment to strengthening India-Norway ties: MEA

IANS | May 18, 2026 1:32 AM

Gothenburg (Sweden), May 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday held bilateral consultations with his Swedish counterpart Ulf Kristersson in Gothenburg. Sweden Crown Princess Victoria also participated in the meeting and conveyed warm wishes from the Nordic country's King Carl XVI Gustaf and The Queen Silvia, the Ministry of External affairs (MEA) said in a statement.

Iran war fuels US inflation fears

IANS | May 18, 2026 12:51 AM

Washington, May 18 (IANS) Rising fuel prices and growing economic anxiety linked to the Iran conflict are beginning to create political problems for President Donald Trump and Republicans ahead of the US midterm elections, according to media.

China bigger threat than USSR: Ex-US Defence Secy

IANS | May 18, 2026 12:33 AM

Washington, May 18 (IANS) Former US Defence Secretary Robert Gates has warned that the United States is facing one of the most dangerous periods in its modern history, saying that China poses a broader and more formidable challenge than the Soviet Union ever did.

India, Sweden to continue fight against terrorism and its backers: PM Modi

IANS | May 17, 2026 11:50 PM

Gothenburg (Sweden), May 17 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed gratitude to his Swedish counterpart Ulf Kristersson for the support India received from Sweden following the dastardly terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam last year, saying that "both the countries will continue to fight against terrorism in all its forms as well as its supporters".