New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) While Pakistan has stepped up its military presence in Saudi Arabia and is actively assisting the Gulf kingdom in the war in Yemen as part of the recently forged Makkah Alliance, Islamabad’s strategy driven by Field Marshal Asim Munir does not appear to be sustainable, according to a new report.
New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) India has strongly objected to United States Vice President JD Vance’s description of foreign workers as “foreign indentured servants” amid the Trump administration’s decision to suspend the Permanent Labour Certification (PERM) programme.
Nairobi, Oct 9 (IANS) India and Kenya held their maiden Navy Staff Talks in the Kenyan city of Mombasa, with both sides exploring ways to expand naval engagement and cooperation in maritime security, training and professional exchanges, the Indian Navy said on Friday.
Islamabad, Oct 9 (IANS) The All Pakistan Lawyers Action Committee has expressed support for the march and demands of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), local media reported on Friday.
New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) India on Friday said that it is aware of the decision announced by the US Department of Labour concerning the Permanent Labour Certification (PERM) programme for some companies, noting that suspension of PERM applications does not impact the validity of existing H-1B visas or the status of H-1B visa holders and their dependents.
New York, Oct 9 (IANS) India has said that the revitalisation of the General Assembly must be pursued as part of broader, comprehensive UN reforms to make the organisation more representative, effective, and capable of fulfilling its objectives.
Reykjavík, Oct 9 (IANS) Union Minister of State for External Affairs and Environment, Forest and Climate Change Kirti Vardhan Singh highlighted India’s science-first approach to Arctic engagement as an Observer State, outlining the country’s focus on expanding research, fostering sustainable development and deepening international collaboration to build a resilient future.
Jerusalem, Oct 9 (IANS) Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar, who fought against the attacking co-pilot in a Flydubai aircraft and helped save 174 people onboard last week, will receive Israel's Presidential Award for Civilian Heroism, the country's highest bravery award for civilians.
New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) A 34-member delegation from the Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) Command and General Staff Course visited India, aimed at further strengthening long-standing bilateral defence cooperation, deepening professional military ties and enhancing mutual understanding between the two countries' armed forces, the Indian Army said on Friday.
Washington, Oct 9 (IANS) In a striking contrast that captures the Trump administration's competing priorities on technology and immigration, US President Donald Trump honoured Indian-origin Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella for his contribution to American technological leadership, even as Vice President JD Vance accused Microsoft of abusing the skilled visa system and announced restrictions on its ability to sponsor foreign workers for permanent residency.
