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"It is very complex relationship": Jaishankar on India-China

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday described the India-China relationship as "complex." He also highlighted the long-standing struggle in the trade issues between the two nations and said that the economic relationship with China has been "unfair and imbalanced."

2024-09-12T13:29:21.715735+00:00 IST

NSA Doval meets Russian President Putin in Moscow at BRICS summit

On the sidelines of the BRICS National Security Advisers' meeting in St Petersburg, Russia, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval met with Russian President Vladimir Putin, and exchanged a handshake.

2024-09-12T13:29:13.962160+00:00 IST

Jaishankar meets German Chancellor Olaf Scholz

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Berlin and conveyed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's personal greetings to him there.

2024-09-11T21:49:39.667069+00:00 IST

UK Foreign Secy Lammy reaches Kyiv with US Secretary Blinken

Sharing a picture with Blinken on X, Lammy wrote, "I am in Kyiv today with US Secretary of State Blinken to reiterate our united and ironclad support for Ukraine. We must stand up to Vladimir Putin's imperialism. Our collective security depends on it."

2024-09-11T11:33:26.168260+00:00 IST

London: Baloch activist highlights Balochistan situation

Baloch human rights activist Aomar Karim, during his Participation in the 'Solidarity with Ukraine' event and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) conference in London, highlighted the human rights violation by Pakistan in the Balochistan province.

2024-09-11T07:52:43.357588+00:00 IST

Jammu and Kashmir diaspora condemn Pak state-sponsored terrorism

The protesters called on parliamentarians and other institutions to take a stand and help end Pakistan's use of terrorism as state policy in Jammu and Kashmir.

2024-09-11T06:48:15.145309+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar meets German parliament members in Berlin

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday interacted with members of German parliament in Berlin.

2024-09-11T01:13:25.428766+00:00 IST

Jaishankar meets Chairperson of Deutscher Bundestag Committee

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met MP and Chairperson of Deutscher Bundestag Committee on Foreign Affairs Michael Roth on Tuesday.

2024-09-10T19:12:00.605031+00:00 IST

UK imposes new sanctions on Iran over missile transfers to Russia

The UK government announced new measures against Iran and Russia, following the Iranian regime's transfer of ballistic missiles to Russia for use on the battlefield in Ukraine.

2024-09-10T17:57:59.410258+00:00 IST

Negotiations are only way forward: Jaishankar on Russia-Ukraine

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday asserted that India's stand on the war between Russia and Ukraine "rests on some postulates" and emphasised that differences can only be resolved through dialogue and negotiations, not war, and that negotiations are the only way forward.

2024-09-10T16:15:22.813212+00:00 IST

Germany should take greater interest in Indo-Pacific: Jaishankar

Noting that countries with shared values and convergent interests must collaborate in defence and security, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday said that Germany should take greater interest in the Indo-Pacific just as India seeks to do in the Euro-Atlantic.

2024-09-10T14:50:17.130814+00:00 IST

China's support empowers Putin's aggression against Ukraine: US

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken asserted that Russian President Vladimir Putin's ability to carry out his aggressive actions against Ukraine is bolstered by the crucial support he receives from the People's Republic of China. The remarks by Blinken came as he was addressing a joint press conference with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy.

2024-09-10T13:59:13.885337+00:00 IST

"What a relief...", Princess of Wales Kate Middleton on completing chemotherapy treatment

On Monday, Kate Middleton posted a video message on her social media and said, "A message from Catherine, The Princess of Wales. As the summer comes to an end, I cannot tell you what a relief it is to have finally completed my chemotherapy treatment."

2024-09-09T19:26:56.214357+00:00 IST

Italian PM discusses infrastructure reconstruction with Zelenskyy

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Saturday and discussed reconstruction of Ukraine's energy system. She later said that India can play a role in resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

2024-09-07T19:25:27.731710+00:00 IST

India can play a role in resolving Ukraine conflict: Italian PM

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Saturday that India can play a role in resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

2024-09-07T17:44:18.781146+00:00 IST

Ukraine conflict eventually to be decided at negotiation table

"I think eventually this conflict will be decided at a negotiation table but when that point comes it is hard to predict still," Austin said after a meeting of the Ukraine Defence Contact Group (UDCG) at Ramstein Air Base in Germany on September 6.

2024-09-07T05:54:09.299209+00:00 IST

France: New PM Barnier signals rightward tilt

Barnier said on Friday that his government, which lacks a clear majority in a hung lower house of parliament, will include conservatives as well as members of Macron's camp.

2024-09-07T05:02:55.620792+00:00 IST

INS Tabar, P8I shine in 22nd India-France naval ex Varuna

This significant maritime exercise took place from September 2 to 4, 2024 in the Mediterranean Sea, following a port visit by INS Tabar to Toulon, France, from August 29 to September 1, 2024, as per an official press release by the Indian Navy.

2024-09-06T14:26:05.122647+00:00 IST

India participates in Russia-hosted BRICS Sherpa meet

P Kumaran, Officer on Special Duty (Economic Relations and Development Partnership Administration) in the Ministry of External Affairs, participated in the BRICS Sherpa and Sous Sherpa meeting hosted by Russia on Friday.

2024-09-06T13:23:35.035632+00:00 IST

UK-India Infrastructure Financing Bridge launched

The UK and India have launched the UK-India Infrastructure Financing Bridge (UKIIFB), a new initiative to boost sustainable infrastructure investments in India. The partnership, led by the City of London Corporation and NITI Aayog, will focus on projects such as highways and renewable energy, with a steering committee guiding the effort. Leaders from both countries and industry experts have praised the initiative for its potential to enhance bilateral relations and support India's infrastructure needs.

2024-09-05T14:21:46.088140+00:00 IST

Michel Barnier appointed as new French PM

French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed former chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier as the new Prime Minister of France, the Elysee said in a statement on Thursday.

2024-09-05T12:19:07.104256+00:00 IST