India joins Weimar Triangle Format, discusses EU ties

IANS | January 7, 2026 11:50 PM

Paris, Jan 7 (IANS) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday participated in India's inaugural engagement in the Weimar Triangle format, holding candid discussions with French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot, German Minister of State for Europe and Climate Action Anna Lührmann (represented by Tobias Lindner or Wadephul as mentioned), and Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski.

'China using rare earth dominance for geopolitical gains'

IANS | January 7, 2026 5:12 PM

New Delhi, Jan 7 (IANS) China's rare earth weapon has emerged as one of the most sophisticated instruments of modern economic statecraft as it exploits Western dependencies on materials essential for defence systems, renewable energy technologies, and advanced manufacturing processes, according to an article.

Luxembourg Deputy PM calls for deepening ties with India

IANS | January 6, 2026 7:58 PM

Luxembourg City, Jan 6 (IANS) Highlighting the role played by Indian community in Luxembourg's growth in technical, digital and finance sectors, the European nation's Deputy Prime Minister Xavier Bettel on Tuesday called for deepening ties with India.