EU-India FTA comes as strategic hedge amid new world order

IANS | March 4, 2026 3:29 PM

New Delhi, March 4 (IANS) The successful conclusion of the negotiations on the EU-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) comes against the backdrop of the dramatic shift in the global strategic environment, which led to a stepping up of efforts by the two sides to recalibrate the bilateral economic partnership, according to an article published by the European Policy Centre (EPC).

Iran Embassy opens condolence book for Ayatollah Khamenei

IANS | March 4, 2026 1:54 PM

New Delhi, March 4 (IANS) Iran's Embassy in New Delhi has announced that a condolence book will be opened in memory of late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Imam Ali Khamenei, who was “martyred” on February 28, during joint United States and Israeli military strikes on Tehran.

Finnish President Alexander Stubb arrives in India for 3-day State Visit

IANS | March 4, 2026 9:07 AM

New Delhi, March 4 (IANS) Finnish President Alexander Stubb arrived in New Delhi on Wednesday for a three-day State Visit to India at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

India must seriously anticipate possibility of persistent American interference: Report

IANS | March 3, 2026 9:16 PM

Washington/New Delhi, March 3 (IANS) As the regional security implications continue to unfold in the Middle East, India must adopt a broader perspective and recognise that European strategic autonomy remains inherently limited compared to its own.

EAM Jaishankar, Cyprus counterpart Constantinos Kombos discuss West Asia situation

IANS | March 3, 2026 8:39 PM

New Delhi, March 3 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar held a telephonic conversation with his Cyprus counterpart Constantinos Kombos on Tuesday, discussing the current situation in West Asia.

India stands firmly in solidarity with Qatar: PM Modi

IANS | March 3, 2026 7:32 PM

New Delhi, March 3 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday spoke with Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir of Qatar, conveying that India stands firmly in solidarity with Qatar and strongly condemns any violation of its sovereignty and territorial integrity.

India condemns violation of Kuwait's sovereignty and territorial integrity: PM Modi

IANS | March 3, 2026 7:17 PM

New Delhi, March 3 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday held a "productive" telephone conversation with Crown Prince of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah amid the ongoing tensions in the region due to the ongoing conflict in Iran.

Welfare and security of Indian community in focus as PM Modi speaks with Oman Sultan, Kuwait Crown Prince

IANS | March 3, 2026 6:17 PM

New Delhi, March 3 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday afternoon spoke with two important leaders from the Gulf region as India remains in touch with the governments of the region as well as other key partners with regard to the ongoing conflict in Iran and the Gulf region.

India closely monitoring evolving situation, taking relevant decisions in national interest: MEA

IANS | March 3, 2026 5:49 PM

New Delhi, March 3 (IANS) India on Tuesday reiterated its call for dialogue and diplomacy to resolve the ongoing conflict in Iran and the Gulf region, making it clear that it continues to closely monitor the evolving situation and take relevant decisions in the national interest.

India and Rwanda discuss bilateral ties, regional and global issues of mutual interest

IANS | March 3, 2026 5:18 PM

New Delhi, March 3 (IANS) India and Rwanda held the Joint Commission Meeting on Tuesday, reviewing the entire gamut of bilateral ties, including defence, agriculture, trade and investment, health, education, science and technology, digital platforms, culture and people-to-people contacts.

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EU-India FTA comes as strategic hedge amid new world order

Iran Embassy opens condolence book for Ayatollah Khamenei

Finnish President Alexander Stubb arrives in India for 3-day State Visit

India must seriously anticipate possibility of persistent American interference: Report

EAM Jaishankar, Cyprus counterpart Constantinos Kombos discuss West Asia situation

India stands firmly in solidarity with Qatar: PM Modi

India condemns violation of Kuwait's sovereignty and territorial integrity: PM Modi

Welfare and security of Indian community in focus as PM Modi speaks with Oman Sultan, Kuwait Crown Prince

India closely monitoring evolving situation, taking relevant decisions in national interest: MEA

India and Rwanda discuss bilateral ties, regional and global issues of mutual interest

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