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Indian Embassy launches Nepal-India startup program

In an announcement, the Indian Embassy invited applications from Nepali entrepreneurs with transformative ideas to participate in an eight-week, fully funded training programme at IIT Madras.

2025-11-01T05:22:04.437240+00:00 IST

Rajnath Singh calls ADMM-Plus key to Indo-Pacific peace

Addressing the milestone meeting under Malaysia's chairmanship, themed "Inclusivity and Sustainability", Singh said the forum, launched in Hanoi in 2010, has evolved from a dialogue platform into a "dynamic framework for practical defence cooperation".

2025-11-01T04:50:30.486571+00:00 IST

ADMM-Plus integral to India’s ‘Act East Policy’: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday described the ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) as an integral part of India's Act East Policy and broader Indo-Pacific vision, highlighting its role in transforming defence cooperation into a dynamic framework for regional peace, stability, and practical collaboration.

2025-11-01T04:24:54.320144+00:00 IST

Rajnath Singh meets NZ, South Korea, Vietnam Defence Ministers

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday held bilateral meetings with his counterparts from New Zealand, South Korea, and Vietnam on the sidelines of the 12th ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting Plus (ADMM-Plus) in Kuala Lumpur, underscoring India's commitment to strengthening defence partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region.

2025-11-01T03:21:12.657089+00:00 IST

Rajnath Singh Arrives in Kuala Lumpur for ADMM-Plus

The ADMM serves as the highest defence consultative and cooperative mechanism within the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). ADMM-Plus is a platform for ASEAN member states, which includes Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste and Vietnam, and its eight Dialogue Partners--India, the US, China, Russia, Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand--to strengthen security and defence cooperation.

2025-11-01T02:46:49.784446+00:00 IST

"I'm taking soil with me" Mauritian citizen quest to find his anc

At first, his quest to find his place in the world ended in disappointment, but with the help of the Jajpur district administration and his immense faith in Lord Jagannath, Ramrup Jagannath finally located his village in Jajpur district on his fourth attempt.

2025-11-01T01:46:38.763743+00:00 IST

Bahrain Foreign Minister to visit India from November 2-3

Bahrain Foreign Minister Abdullatif Bin Rashid Alzayani will arrive in New Delhi on Sunday for a two-day visit, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Friday.

2025-11-01T00:08:01.596470+00:00 IST

India closely monitoring presence of “extra regional powers”

The Indian Navy is closely monitoring the presence of "extra-regional powers" in the Indian Ocean, Navy Vice Chief Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan said on Friday.

2025-10-31T21:13:22.074770+00:00 IST

"Taking all necessary steps," Navy Vice Chief on budding relation

On growing relationship between Bangladesh and Pakistan and other activities in the region, he said that they are taking all necessary steps.

2025-10-31T21:04:22.238396+00:00 IST

Abu Dhabi to welcome first Bascom Palmer Eye Institute facility o

Recognised as the top eye hospital in the United States for 24 consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report, Bascom Palmer brings world-class ophthalmic expertise to the UAE.

2025-10-31T18:02:51.462497+00:00 IST

Eighth JWG meeting on Agriculture between India, Netherlands

Both sides exchanged views on current priorities, challenges, and new initiatives in their respective agriculture sectors. The co-chairs emphasised the significance of the JWG mechanism in enhancing the longstanding cooperation between the two countries in the agricultural sector.

2025-10-31T17:59:53.794201+00:00 IST

Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi discusses bilateral cooperation

At the outset of the meeting, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi conveyed the greetings of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to President Lee Jae-myung, extending best wishes for his health and wellbeing, as well as for the continued progress and prosperity of the Republic of Korea and its people.

2025-10-31T17:53:58.888151+00:00 IST

"Beginning of fantastic future-facing relationship": British envo

"I think we were so privileged this year to see Prime Minister Modi coming to the UK to sign the amazing trade deal, the kind of deal that India's never signed before. And then to see our Prime Minister (Keir Starmer) coming back to Mumbai, with the biggest trade delegation that we've ever brought to India," Cameron said.

2025-10-31T17:53:12.737066+00:00 IST

Bangladesh calls for collective action against extremism

Speaking at a special session titled "Non-State Power and Influence: Regional and Transnational Challenges" during the 21st IISS Manama Dialogue, Adviser Hossain called for enhanced intelligence sharing, stronger border management, and effective financial oversight to counter transnational networks.

2025-10-31T17:53:04.713638+00:00 IST

India to host maritime convergence with International Fleet Revie

The event realises the Hon'ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi's MAHASAGAR vision (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions), announced in 2025.

2025-10-31T17:13:11.218433+00:00 IST

"2025 was exceptional year for India-UK cooperation," says EAM

Jaishankar said he looked forward to continuing the dynamics of the partnership.

2025-10-31T16:55:29.954013+00:00 IST

Denmark delegation meets CM Nayab Singh Saini, expresses interest

The delegation included representatives from 20 different companies. Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shyam Singh Rana was also present on the occasion, an official statement said.

2025-10-31T16:37:03.540839+00:00 IST

Our ties evolved from complicated historic association to...: EAM

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday celebrated the National Day of the United Kingdom, highlighting the evolving ties between the two nations. He noted that the relationship has evolved from a complex historical association to a dynamic and forward-looking partnership.

2025-10-31T16:21:16.851762+00:00 IST

India to join Malabar Naval Exercise in Guam

India is set to join the next edition of the Malabar exercise in Guam in November, marking another step in strengthening the operational coordination between the Quad nations India, the US, Japan, and Australia.

2025-10-31T15:10:44.434806+00:00 IST

Rajnath Singh holds talks on strengthening ties with Malaysia

The two discussed ways to strengthen defence ties between the two nations. In a post on X, Singh said, "Had a very good conversation with the Defence Minister of Malaysia, Dato' Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin in Kuala Lumpur. Discussed ways to further strengthen the India-Malaysia defence partnership."

2025-10-31T14:31:56.388799+00:00 IST

Pakistan targets Indian Army with AI video, PIB debunks

The Press Information Bureau (PIB) Fact Check unit has identified a digitally altered video circulating on social media through Pakistani propaganda accounts, falsely attributing statements to Lieutenant General Manjinder Singh, the Commander of the South Western Army.

2025-10-31T14:13:56.781058+00:00 IST