Russia tries to capitalise on US self-isolation at UNSC on Gaza

Arul Louis | October 22, 2023 10:12 AM

United Nations, Oct 22 (IANS) A stern-faced US Permanent Representative Linda Thomas-Greenfield, peering over her glasses, raised her right hand to cast a lone veto on a near-consensus resolution condemning the Hamas attack on Israel, but also calling for a pause in the fighting, while close ally Britain’s envoy Barbara Woodward looked down, studying papers on her desk.

Fortnight of frantic diplomacy gets relief moving, but Gaza's fate hangs in balance

Arul Louis | October 22, 2023 10:10 AM

United Nations, Oct 22 (IANS) After a fortnight of diplomatic cajoling and appeals to conscience by UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres, and a dose of international pressure, a small convoy of 20 trucks loaded with relief supplies tentatively crossed the Rafah border from Egypt to bring succour to the 2 million people trapped by Israel’s blockade of Gaza.

Long-term gains of G20 Presidency (Column: The Third Eye)

D.C. Pathak | October 22, 2023 10:00 AM

New Delhi, Oct 22 (IANS) The tremendous global outreach achieved by India in the run-up to G20 under its Presidency, consolidation of India’s position in regional groupings, acknowledgement of India’s leadership of the Global South, further strengthening of bilateral and multilateral bonds that served to counter India’s adversaries and above all the direct exposure of the world to India’s inner strengths of indigenous skills, technological potential and civilisational roots, all these should be listed as the extraordinary and lasting advantages gained by India in the wake of this highly successful world event hosted by the country under the direct guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Israel steps up preparations for Gaza ground offensive

IANS | October 21, 2023 7:06 PM

Tel Aviv, Oct 21 (IANS) The Israel Defense Forces has said that it continues to prepare for the ground offensive in the Gaza Strip with plans for the expansion of the fighting being approved in recent days, media reports said.

Resolving differences requires diplomats on ground, US tells India

IANS | October 21, 2023 8:41 AM

Washington, Oct 21 (IANS) Stating that resolving differences would require Canadian diplomats on the ground, the US has expressed concern and urged India not to insist upon their reduction.

Two American hostages released by Hamas return to Israel

IANS | October 21, 2023 3:58 AM

Gaza/Jerusalem, Oct 21 (IANS) Al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas, has said in a statement that it has released two American hostages for "humanitarian reasons", in response to Qatari efforts.

SL committed to promote China-India unity to develop Asia: Prez Wickremesinghe

Susitha Fernando | October 20, 2023 9:11 PM

Colombo, Oct 20 (IANS) Sri Lanka President Rani Wickremesinghe has said that Sri Lanka is committed to preserve peace and identity of Indian Ocean region and has also advocated for cooperation between India and China to foster development in Asia.

Current status of bilateral ties with Canada warrant parity in diplomatic presence, no violation of int'l norms: India

IANS | October 20, 2023 3:18 PM

New Delhi, Oct 20 (IANS) Amid reports that Canada has recalled a significant number of its diplomats from India, the external affairs ministry on Friday said that considering the current status of bilateral relations between the two nations and Ottawa's continued interference in New Delhi's affairs as well as the extremely high number of Canadian diplomats, warranted a parity in mutual diplomatic presence.

Talks on UK-India trade deal linger

By Satarupa Bhattacharjya | October 20, 2023 12:43 PM

New Delhi, Oct 20 (IANS) UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s next visit to India does not look imminent unless the ongoing talks on a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between the two countries suddenly conclude successfully.

Visa processing in India will be impacted: Canadian Immigration Minister

IANS | October 20, 2023 10:42 AM

Toronto, Oct 20 (IANS) Canadian Immigration Minister Marc Miller said that visa processing in India will be "inevitably impacted" after Ottawa evacuated 41 of its diplomats following a diplomatic spat with New Delhi over the killing of pro-Khalistani hardliner Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

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Russia tries to capitalise on US self-isolation at UNSC on Gaza

Fortnight of frantic diplomacy gets relief moving, but Gaza's fate hangs in balance

Long-term gains of G20 Presidency (Column: The Third Eye)

Israel steps up preparations for Gaza ground offensive

Resolving differences requires diplomats on ground, US tells India

Two American hostages released by Hamas return to Israel

SL committed to promote China-India unity to develop Asia: Prez Wickremesinghe

Current status of bilateral ties with Canada warrant parity in diplomatic presence, no violation of int'l norms: India

Talks on UK-India trade deal linger

Visa processing in India will be impacted: Canadian Immigration Minister

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