India continues to expand diplomatic reach across African continent

IANS | November 10, 2025 9:10 PM

Johannesburg, Nov 10 (IANS) India has been steadily strengthening its diplomatic engagement with African countries, expanding its presence on the continent and spearheading efforts that led to the African Union joining the G20 which is considered as a landmark achievement during India's G20 presidency in 2023, a report said on Monday.

India and Vietnam reaffirm commitment to strengthen defence cooperation

IANS | November 10, 2025 7:33 PM

Hanoi, Nov 10 (IANS) Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh called on Vietnam's Minister of National Defence General Phan Van Giang on the sidelines of the 15th India–Vietnam Defence Policy Dialogue in Hanoi on Monday as both countries vowed to bolster defence cooperation across key areas.

President Murmu pays tribute at memorial of Angola's first President Neto in Luanda

IANS | November 10, 2025 6:44 PM

Luanda, Nov 10 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Monday visited the Fortaleza de São Miguel, the fortress that houses the Museum of the Armed Forces at Luanda, during her ongoing visit to Angola. The museum narrates the story of Angola’s long and complex military history including its colonial period and struggle for independence.