India and the world

MUMBAI – A moment of cultural celebration unfolded as UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited the birthplace of India’s iconic film Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (DDLJ) ahead of its 30th anniversary. Starmer was given a tour of YRF Studios by National Award-winning actress

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC — The United States Department of War has confirmed that Pakistan will now receive Raytheon’s Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM), signaling a renewed chapter in U.S.-Pakistan defense cooperation. The announcement comes alongside an additional $41.6

NEW DELHI- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 30 welcomed US President Donald Trump’s 20-point plan to end the Gaza conflict, stating that it provides a pathway to "long-term and sustainable peace" for Palestine and Israel. Trump formally announced his peace plan to end the

NEW YORK, NY - India staged a dramatic walkout from the General Assembly on September 27 as Pakistan's diplomatic maneuvering backfired, leading its delegation to publicly confirm the country’s status as the "epicenter of global terrorism." This event capped two

NEW DELHI- Tata Advanced Systems Limited on September 23 inaugurated a new state-of-the-art defence manufacturing facility in Berrechid, in Morocco’s Casablanca region, marking the first overseas defence production unit set up by a private Indian company. The development highlights India’s growing

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI— Ravi Laxmi Chitrakar, wife of former Nepal Prime Minister Jhalanath Khanal, has been flown to India for advanced medical treatment after suffering serious burn injuries during violent protests in Kathmandu. The injuries occurred on September 9, when

NEW YORK, NY- Beyond her celebrated career as an actress, Dia Mirza is a dedicated advocate for various social causes, including environmental conservation and women's empowerment. She recently attended the Women Rise For All lunch during the UN General Assembly, where she connected with prominent female

NEW YORK, NY -Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that India is “mostly” aligned with Kyiv in its war with Russia, while acknowledging New Delhi’s complex energy ties with Moscow. Speaking to Fox News on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly

RIYADH- Even though Saudi Arabia understands the root causes of the conflict between India and Pakistan, its recent defense pact with Islamabad can embolden the Pakistani military and the jihadi groups to target India, a report said on September 20. It

NEW DELHI- Rejecting the criticism from the European Union regarding India's participation in the multilateral 'Zapad' exercise held in Russia's Nizhniy, the Ministry of External Affairs on September 19 pointed out that several countries, including North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)

BIRMINGHAM – Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan inaugurated two new flagship showrooms of Malabar Gold & Diamonds in Birmingham and Southall, marking a major milestone in the brand’s international expansion. The openings reinforce the retailer’s growing presence in the UK,

By Sanchita Bhattacharya Violent incidents and mass demonstrations targeting Indian immigrants have escalated in 2025, with Australia and Ireland experiencing some of the most severe cases. Among the most recent mass demonstration incidents, on August 31, 2025, "March for Australia" rallies were

NEW DELHI- India’s Connect Central Asia policy is gaining momentum, with a key focus on the Chabahar Port as a gateway for trade and diplomatic influence. This strategic push comes at a time of shifting international dynamics, including a more cautious approach from

KATHMANDU - Sushila Karki, 73, was sworn in as Nepal's interim Prime Minister on September 12 becoming the first-ever woman PM of the Himalayan nation. Karki, also the country’s first woman Chief Justice, took the oath of office from President Ram

KATHMANDU — India has tightened security along its border with Nepal as the Himalayan nation plunges into political and social turmoil following the resignation of Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. Oli stepped down on September 9, submitting his resignation to President

NEW DELHI – An Intelligence Bureau alert has revealed that a major attack was being planned on the Indian High Commission in Dhaka. According to the information, Al Qaeda in the subcontinent and Jamaatul Ansar fil Hindal Sharqia were involved

TIANJIN - India is turning to China to secure critical trade supplies as U.S. tariffs enforced by Donald Trump squeeze its economy and complicate its global partnerships. Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the

TIANJIN — Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit underscored shifting global alignments, as Washington’s hardening stance nudges India closer to Moscow

MELBOURNE -Growing protests by sections of Australia’s native population against immigrants have triggered anxiety and fear among migrant communities. In this atmosphere of dread and uneasiness, the planned 'March for Australia' to be held across major cities in Australia

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 26 for his Independence Day greetings and highlighted India’s potential role in ending the war with Russia. In a social media post, Zelensky

India-West News Desk ISLAMABAD- Amidst heightened diplomatic tensions, India has reportedly extended a goodwill gesture to Pakistan by alerting Islamabad about a potential major flood situation in the Tawi River in Jammu. This information was conveyed via the Indian High Commission in Islamabad on August 24, according to Pakistani media reports citing

NEW DELHI -Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron on August 21, discussing efforts for the peaceful resolution of conflicts in Ukraine and West Asia.  During the talks, Macron shared his assessment of recent meetings

MOSCOW- External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said that India's oil purchase from the US has been consistently increasing, as the August 27 deadline set by the Donald Trump administration to impose additional 25 per cent tariffs on India for buying

NEW DELHI — National Security Advisor Ajit Doval hosted Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on August 19 for the 24th round of talks on the India-China boundary issue, in a renewed effort to stabilize ties and resolve long-standing disputes. Officials described

MOSCOW/NEW DELHI -Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 18, sharing his assessment of his meeting last week with US President Donald Trump in Alaska. Modi reiterated India's consistent position on a peaceful resolution of the

NEW YORK, NY-Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to participate in the high-level United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session and address it on September 26. This will be a milestone meeting for the UN, which turns 80 this year. The General Assembly's

WASHINGTON, DC - US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has designated the Balochistan Liberation Army and its front organization, the Majeed Brigade, as foreign terrorist organizations.  Rubio stated that "Today’s action taken by the Department of State demonstrates the Trump Administration’s

NEW DELHI With Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to visit China after six years and National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval engaging with Russia on key defense deals, there are early signs that India may recalibrate its strategic posture. A report

NEW DELHI/MOSCOW -Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 8 held a "very good and detailed conversation" with Russian President Vladimir Putin over the phone, during which both leaders not only vowed to further deepen the India-Russia Special and Privileged Strategic

NEW DELHI – National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, currently in Russia, has confirmed that President Vladimir Putin will visit India. However, the dates for the visit are still being finalized. This would be Putin’s first visit since the start of

ISLAMABAD- Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir, is expected to visit the United States this week to hold talks with his American counterparts, the country's media reported on August 7. Munir's visit to the US would be a

BEIJING- Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to travel to China to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit to be held in Tianjin City from August 31-September 1. This will be PM Modi's first visit to China since the

MOSCOW- In the backdrop of harsh rhetoric against India by US President Donald Trump and 50% tariffs on Indian goods because of New Delhi's oil purchases from Russia, India and Russia seem to be tightening their ties. National Security Advisor Ajit

DHAKA- Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar will undertake a two-day visit to Bangladesh starting August 23, the local media reported on August 4. This would mark the first bilateral visit by a Pakistani foreign minister in a

India-West News Desk MUMBAI – In a surprising shift in trade dynamics, India has purchased a record 150,000 metric tons of soy oil from China, marking an unusual move away from its traditional suppliers in South America. The purchases, set for

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - The optics were impossible to ignore. A massive portrait of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the Maldives Defense Ministry building in Malé marked the start of his two-day state visit on July 25—an image

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - While India's talks with the Trump administration has been ongoing with many sticking points, India and the United Kingdom have cemented a "historic" Free Trade Agreement (FTA), a landmark pact projected to inject $34 billion into annual bilateral

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC — An Indian company shipped $1.4 million worth of a powerful explosive compound to Russia in December 2024, according to Reuters, raising concerns in Washington over potential violations of sanctions related to the Ukraine war. The shipments,

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI- India will resume issuing tourist visas to Chinese citizens starting July 24, as announced by its embassy in Beijing on July 23. This marks the first time in five years. The suspension of tourist visas began in

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI — In an unprecedented move, the European Union has imposed sanctions on an Indian oil refinery, targeting Nayara Energy’s Vadinar facility in Gujarat over its Russian ownership links. The refinery is partially owned by Russian state-run

BEIJING/NEW DELHI (IANS)- China on July 19 officially began construction on a mega dam project in the lower reaches of the Yarlung Tsangpo — the upper reaches of the Brahmaputra River — in Tibet. This development has raised significant concerns in

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI — India could face serious economic repercussions as the United States considers a sweeping new sanctions bill that would impose a 500% tariff on countries importing Russian energy products. With Russian oil now accounting for more

Photo: Facebook ISLAMABAD (IANS)- Jemima Goldsmith, former wife of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Imran Khan, on July 10 slammed the Pakistani government over threats to arrest their children if they attempt to visit their father in prison. "My children are not

India-West News Desk LONDON- Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has joined Goldman Sachs as a senior advisor, marking his return to the investment bank where he previously worked. The company announced on July 8 that Sunak, who resigned as PM in July

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - India has firmly thrown its weight behind the Dalai Lama’s exclusive right to decide his successor, opposing China’s assertion that it holds the final say in the Tibetan spiritual leader’s reincarnation. Union Minister for Minority Affairs

India-West News Desk DHARAMSHALA – As he approaches his 90th birthday, the exiled Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, announced on July 1 that there will be a 15th reincarnation—his first major public confirmation that the 600-year-old tradition will continue after his death. Reassuring

WASHINGTON, D.C. (IANS)-Renewing their commitment to work together to fight terrorism, the Quad foreign ministers have demanded that all those responsible for the "reprehensible" Pahalgam attack be immediately brought to justice, urging countries concerned to cooperate with authorities. In a joint

WASHINGTON, D.C. (IANS)- External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar reiterated India's firm stance against terrorism and nuclear intimidation, asserting that New Delhi will not be deterred by concerns over Pakistan's nuclear arsenal in responding to cross-border terror attacks. In a strongly worded

ROME (IANS)- The NATO summit held recently in The Hague signaled a significant shift in the alliance's strategic focus, moving from its traditional Euro-Atlantic concerns to increasingly prioritize the Indo-Pacific. This pivot is driven by escalating conflicts in the Indo-Mediterranean and China's growing

NEW DELHI (IANS)  - Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on June 22 and reiterated call for immediate de-escalation and diplomatic measures to restore regional peace in the Middle-East. “ We discussed in detail about the current