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Jaishankar discusses FDI, maritime security with global leaders

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar recently engaged with international leaders, including former UK Prime Minister David Cameron, to discuss pressing global issues such as foreign direct investment, technology, and maritime security. Emphasising India's potential for economic growth, Jaishankar referenced a Goldman Sachs study predicting India will become the third-largest economy by 2030, highlighting the increasing demand for Indian talent and skills in the global market.

2024-10-21T18:50:13.889043+00:00 IST

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin arrives in Ukraine

US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin arrived in Ukraine amid ongoing tensions with Russia, reaffirming America's commitment to Ukraine's security. During his visit, Austin will engage in high-level talks with Ukrainian leaders, focusing on bolstering security assistance.

2024-10-21T08:49:08.669532+00:00 IST

Russia, India, China remains independent mechanism: Sergy Lavrov

Ahead of the BRICS summit, Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov reaffirmed the existence of the Russia-India-China (RIC) troika and said that despite the group not meeting for some time due to several circumstances, the troika remains an "independent mechanism."

2024-10-21T05:23:20.211554+00:00 IST

New threat: Zelenskyy warns of Russia-N Korea alliance

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed concerns about the growing "malign" alliance between Russia and North Korea, which could potentially escalate the ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia.

2024-10-21T04:09:23.856838+00:00 IST

Italy, France grapple with flash flooding

Severe weather has brought widespread disruption to Italy and central France, with storms and heavy rainfall causing flooding and destruction

2024-10-20T12:09:22.802707+00:00 IST

Ukraine hit with 800 aerial bombs in past week: Zelenskyy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy revealed Russia's recent attacks on Ukraine and said that in the past week, Russia unleashed a barrage of over 20 missiles, nearly 800 guided aerial bombs, and more than 500 strike drones against Ukraine.

2024-10-20T09:54:25.907163+00:00 IST

Tibetan advocates highlight language suppression at UN

Tibetans and their supporters took the stage at a United Nations Human Rights Council side event in Geneva, bringing attention to China's suppression of the Tibetan language and recent school closures in Tibet.

2024-10-20T07:39:34.246982+00:00 IST

“Rajasthan is a shining star in tourism”: CM Bhajan Lal Sharma

At the Rising Rajasthan Tourism Meet held at the Taj Hotel in London on Saturday, Sharma addressed a gathering of tourism professionals, investors, and enthusiasts from across the UK, inviting them for the Rajasthan Global Investment Summit.

2024-10-19T20:45:03.556525+00:00 IST

Will engage with China where there are clear interests

Lammy said in his Beijing visit, he held discussions in areas of disagreements as well as shared interests

2024-10-19T16:33:43.348249+00:00 IST

Indian High Commission to UK welcomes Indian students

High Commissioner Vikram Doraiswami led the event, personally interacting with the students and delivering a warm, encouraging address

2024-10-19T14:32:52.922223+00:00 IST

MQM chief extends support for Pashtun National Jirga resolutions

Congratulating PTM leader Manzoor Pashteen, as well as all PTM leaders, workers, and the Pashtun community for the success of the event, Hussain lauded their resilience and perseverance.

2024-10-19T09:34:59.631573+00:00 IST

Rajasthan Deputy CM Diya Kumari meets investors

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma-led delegation met with investors in London and discussed tourism possibilities as the government continues its investment outreach efforts for Rising Rajasthan Global Summit.

2024-10-19T01:14:07.500001+00:00 IST

Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma holds meetings with British firms

Continuing the investor outreach in the United Kingdom ahead of 'Rising Rajasthan' Global Investment Summit 2024, Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma and members of the Government of Rajasthan delegation held meetings with several British firms and participated in the 'Rising Rajasthan' Investor roadshow in London.

2024-10-18T21:09:18.717617+00:00 IST

'Thankful to PM Modi for concern expressed over Ukraine crisis'

Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his concern over the Ukraine war and efforts towards paving a solution.

2024-10-18T18:07:54.023133+00:00 IST

BRICS countries drive global eco growth, exceed G7 share: Putin

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Russia from October 22-23 to attend the 16th BRICS Summit, being held in Kazan, under the Chairmanship of Russia.

2024-10-18T11:20:34.492116+00:00 IST

US sanctions Chinese entities for shipping Russian drones

The United States on Thursday announced new sanctions targeting Chinese and Russian entities involved in the construction, design, and delivery of attack drones that are being used in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

2024-10-18T09:00:00.099503+00:00 IST

Biden arrives in Germany to hold talks with French, UK leaders

He is expected to hold meetings with the German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and Chancellor Olaf Scholz. French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will also join Biden and Scholz later.

2024-10-18T03:45:59.922588+00:00 IST

FATF changes grey listing criteria to focus on nations posing gre

The changes made by the FATF will ensure the listing process better targets the nations that pose the greater risk to the international financial system and contributes to more adequate support to low-capacity nations, according to the statement.

2024-10-18T03:21:05.035986+00:00 IST

UK: Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma invites investors for state

Rajasthan Deputy CM Diya Kumari was also present at the event. The event held at London was part of a series of global investment outreach efforts leading up to the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit.

2024-10-18T03:09:00.364950+00:00 IST

France demands release of hostages after Israel eliminates Sinwar

After Israel confirmed the elimination of Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar, the mastermind behind the October 7 attacks last year, France President Emmanuel Macron on Friday demanded the release of hostages still held by Hamas.

2024-10-18T02:03:24.431107+00:00 IST

UAE parliamentary delegation joins peace talks at IPU in Geneva

Ahmed Mir Hashim Khoori, Member of the Federal National Council Parliamentary Division Group, took part in the meeting of the Standing Committee on Peace and International Security during the 149th Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly in Geneva, Switzerland.

2024-10-17T09:11:22.429380+00:00 IST