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Updated: Mar 06, 2026 14:29 IST

"Russia's policy is very dangerous": Polish Institute of International Affairs Director urges India to pivot beyond Russian crude

International experts at the Raisina Dialogue 2026 underscored India's strategic autonomy and evolving global role. Amidst a 30-day US waiver for Russian oil, diplomats from Poland, the OECD, and Austria emphasised that while diversification is key, India remains a trusted, essential partner in navigating complex global energy and security challenges.

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Updated: Mar 06, 2026 13:48 IST

Two missing men found dead in Balochistan; BYC slams Pakistan

Two bodies were found in Panjgur, Balochistan, raising concerns over enforced disappearances. The Baloch Yakjehti Committee alleged both victims were previously taken by armed men linked to security forces. Rights groups highlighted a continuing pattern of disappearance

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Updated: Mar 06, 2026 13:33 IST

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri discusses defence technology, economi

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Friday discussed defence technology and economic security with Special Advisor to the Japanese Prime Minister Sadamasa Oue in the backdrop of India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership.

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Updated: Mar 06, 2026 13:32 IST

"We have not closed it": Iran's Dy FM Saeed Khatibzadeh dismisses cl

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh dismissed claims that Tehran has blocked the Strait of Hormuz, calling Iran an "anchor of stability" in the Gulf. Labelling the conflict an "existential war" driven by US-Israeli "aggression," he advocated for diploma

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Updated: Mar 06, 2026 12:57 IST

"You can't appoint mayor of New York - how can you appoint Iran's le

Further, Khatibzadeh dismissed claims that Iran had shut down the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, emphasising that Tehran continues to act as a stabilising force in the Gulf despite the escalating war with Israel and the United States. He stressed that Tehran rem

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Updated: Mar 06, 2026 12:51 IST

"India is absolutely an essential partner to the US": Chief Economis

International experts at Raisina Dialogue 2026 underscored India's pivotal role in global energy and technology. US economist Meredith Walker called India an "essential partner" for energy stability, while Bhutan's Tshering Cigay Dorji lauded India's leadership in makin

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Updated: Mar 06, 2026 11:51 IST

"Global South emanates from shared historical experiences": EAM Jais

EAM S Jaishankar stated that the era of "big deals" between dominant powers is over, as multipolarity is now an irreversible reality. He argued that the Global South is defined by shared historical experiences, while noting a growing "differentiation" within the prev

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Updated: Mar 06, 2026 11:19 IST

"Cost of multipolarity is too high": Finnish President Alexander Stu

Finnish President Alexander Stubb warned of a "detachment" of the United States from the global West, noting it increasingly acts without consultation. Citing conflicts in West Asia, Ukraine, and Sudan, he called for a "new covenant" because the current cost of uncoordi

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Updated: Mar 06, 2026 11:06 IST

"No country today is an overall hegemon": EAM S Jaishankar on multip

EAM S Jaishankar stated that freezing the post-1945 world order was "unrealistic," as power has "spread out" across various domains. Predicting a more multipolar future driven by technology and demographics, he argued that no single country can remain an "overall heg

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Updated: Mar 06, 2026 10:49 IST

"No option but to resist to the last bullet": Iranian Deputy Foreign

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh stated Tehran has "no option" but to resist American and Israeli "invasion" to the "last bullet." Describing the conflict as a "heroic nationalist defence," he accused the US of "Nazi" tactics and reiterated the impor

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Updated: Mar 06, 2026 10:28 IST

"Destruction of ballistic missile capability": Bonnie Glick on US ob

Bonnie Glick, Adjunct Senior Fellow at the Foundation for Defence of Democracies, stated the US aims to destroy Iran's ballistic and nuclear capabilities, predicting the conflict could end within weeks. Meanwhile, Dhruva Jaishankar, Executive Director of ORF America, em

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Updated: Mar 06, 2026 09:57 IST

Raisina Dialogue 2026 Inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi an

President Stubb emphasised the importance of the Global South for shaping growth and progress.

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Updated: Mar 06, 2026 09:49 IST

"Theaters are bleeding together": Experts at Raisina Dialogue warn o

Experts at the Raisina Dialogue 2026 warned that global conflicts in West Asia and Ukraine are "bleeding together" with Indo-Pacific security. While the US maintains its ability to respond to Taiwan tensions despite Middle East involvement, speakers noted that expand

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Updated: Mar 06, 2026 09:35 IST

Odisha: Japanese Consulate General organises 'An Evening in Japan' t

Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata organised 'An Evening in Japan' in collaboration with India-Japan Friendship Centre and the Hotel Association, Puri in Odisha.

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Updated: Mar 06, 2026 09:23 IST

Sri Lankan President Disanayake calls for peace amid West Asia confl

Lankan President Anura Disanayake has stated that Sri Lanka will remain non-aligned during the current West Asia conflict calling for all parties to demonstrate a commitment to peace.

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Updated: Mar 06, 2026 09:19 IST

"United States will be able to respond if needed": Bonnie Glick on C

Bonnie Glick, Adjunct Senior Fellow at the Foundation for Defence of Democracies, stated at the Raisina Dialogue that the US can manage the Iran conflict while maintaining its ability to respond to China regarding Taiwan. She described India as Washington's most importa

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Updated: Mar 06, 2026 08:58 IST

"Going to see some very unexpected kinds of arrangements": ORF's Dhr

Dhruva Jaishankar, Executive Director of ORF America, stated at the Raisina Dialogue 2026 that global conflicts necessitate "unexpected arrangements" and "carve outs" to balance geostrategic competition with economic stability. He noted that even during crises, the US r

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Updated: Mar 06, 2026 08:36 IST

"Conflict has become regional, consequences are far-reaching": Mauri

Mauritius Foreign Minister Dhananjay Ramful warned that the Middle East crisis has become a regional conflict impacting food and energy security. Speaking to ANI, he lauded India's maritime leadership in the Indian Ocean and reaffirmed Mauritius' legal sovereignty ov

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Updated: Mar 06, 2026 06:07 IST

"Elect those who are on side of peace, good governance": Ex-PM KP Ol

Former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has stressed that the election must help restore stability and democratic order in the country, while expressing confidence that his party would secure a strong mandate in the General Elections 2026.

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Updated: Mar 05, 2026 23:20 IST

Finland reiterates support for India's permanent UNSC membership as

In the joint statement released during the state visit of Finnish President Alexander Stubb to India, the Finnish President reaffirmed Helsinki's backing for India's permanent membership in a reformed United Nations Security Council, emphasising the need for comprehensi

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Updated: Mar 05, 2026 23:02 IST

Nepal sees around 60% voter turnout in general elections, EC credits

Nepal's general elections saw a preliminary voter turnout of around 60%, mostly from the Gen Z demographic, contributing to the "unprecedented" energy at the polls. The Election Commission attributed the successful conduct to improved voter education, cooperation fro

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