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President Droupadi Murmu welcomes Angola’s decision to join IBCA

President Murmu and Angolan President João Manuel Goncalves Lourenco agreed to further diversify trade and investment ties in new and emerging areas, including technology, agriculture, health, defence, infrastructure, and people-to-people exchanges, the President's Secretariat said.

2025-11-09T19:36:20.510430+00:00 IST

India appreciates Angola’s efforts to promote peace, says Murmu

"India appreciates your efforts to promote peace, security, and stability in Africa. India has always advocated for dialogue and peaceful resolution of conflicts," President Murmu said during bilateral talks with her Angolan counterpart João Manuel Goncalves Lourenco.

2025-11-09T15:38:18.716174+00:00 IST

India can supply high-speed Vande Bharat trains to Angola

"Made in India Vande Bharat high-speed trains are revolutionising our rail sector. We can also supply such trains to Angola. Both our countries have a high youth population. It is essential that our youth acquire relevant skills for the future," President Murmu said.

2025-11-09T14:37:10.680786+00:00 IST

Murmu highlights Angola’s role in India’s energy and tech ties

"Angola plays a vital role in India's energy security. India is a major buyer of Angola's oil and gas. Our oil and gas companies are interested in entering into long-term purchase contracts with Angola," President Murmu said.

2025-11-09T14:13:35.506371+00:00 IST

President Murmu lands in Luanda to boost India-Angola ties

The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed the President's arrival in the African nation in a post on X as both nations celebrate the 40th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations this year.

2025-11-09T03:44:48.284398+00:00 IST

MoS Margherita inaugurates Chancery building of Indian Embassy

Union Minister of State for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita inaugurated the new Chancery building of the Embassy of India in Bolivia and called it an important milestone in bolstering the diplomatic engagement between the two countries.

2025-11-08T22:45:08.339528+00:00 IST

MoS Margherita launches 150 years celebration of Vande Mataram

Union Minister of State for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita, on Saturday launched the celebrations of the 150 years of national song Vande Mataram at the Embassy of India in Bolivia.

2025-11-08T22:05:30.541254+00:00 IST

President Droupadi Murmu arrives in Angola

President Murmu is in Angola as part of the first leg of the tour from November 8 to 11, at the invitation of her Angolan counterpart, João Lourenco.

2025-11-08T19:52:22.585328+00:00 IST

India reaffirms climate commitment at UNFCCC CoP30 summit

India, at CoP30 in Brazil, reaffirmed its commitment to climate action based on equity and CBDR-RC principles. Highlighting achievements in low-carbon growth, renewable energy, and forest expansion, India called on developed nations to enhance support, finance, and emissions reductions while stressing global collaboration for sustainable and fair climate solutions.

2025-11-08T16:33:09.454692+00:00 IST

UAE Ambassador meets Benin education minister

UAE Ambassador Mohammed Saeed Al Kaabi met Benin's Education Minister Salimane Karimou in Cotonou to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation in education. Both sides emphasized advancing partnerships in academic fields, training, and knowledge exchange, with Benin appreciating the UAE's support for educational initiatives and development in Africa.

2025-11-08T16:16:56.889878+00:00 IST

Tunisian opposition joins hunger strike for jailed leader

Several Tunisian opposition leaders, including Jawhar Ben Mbarek, have begun a hunger strike to protest his detention since February 2023. His health is deteriorating, drawing concern from family and human rights groups, amid growing criticism of Tunisia's shrinking civil liberties under President Kais Saied.

2025-11-08T12:29:39.754825+00:00 IST

India urges developed nations to act faster on emissions at COP30

Addressing the plenary in Belem, Ambassador Bhatia said the world must remember the "principles of equity and common but differentiated responsibilities," adopted at the 1992 Rio Summit, and ensure that global climate efforts remain rooted in fairness and shared accountability.

2025-11-08T01:31:30.985204+00:00 IST

Piyush Goyal meets Kiwi-Indian farmers

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal visited the Te Puke kiwifruit orchard in New Zealand's Bay of Plenty alongside his counterpart, Todd McClay, Minister of Agriculture, Trade, and Investment. During the visit, the ministers interacted with Kiwi-Indian farmers, exploring the orchard's cultivation practices, sustainability initiatives, and strategies to enhance productivity and fruit quality.

2025-11-07T22:46:04.387674+00:00 IST

Sudanese warring groups agree for ceasefire after 2 years

The paramilitary group said in a statement on Thursday that it would accept a "humanitarian ceasefire" proposed by the US-led "quad" mediator group, which includes Saudi Arabia, Egypt and the United Arab Emirates, "to address the catastrophic humanitarian consequences of the war and to enhance the protection of civilians".

2025-11-07T03:10:11.956109+00:00 IST

Indian envoy represents PM Modi at World Leaders' Summit ahead of COP30 in Brazil

India's participation at the summit reaffirms its commitment to climate responsibility under Prime Minister Modi's 'Panchamrit' vision, which focuses on renewable energy, sustainable growth, and climate justice.

2025-11-06T21:44:26.526786+00:00 IST

UN mission in Afghanistan suspends border services citing denial

UNAMA further stated that the majority of returnees from Iran are women and children, and without female staff, it is not possible to deliver necessary services.

2025-11-06T05:00:56.454537+00:00 IST

UAE supports efforts to implement humanitarian truce

The UAE strongly condemned and denounced the grave humanitarian violations and horrific crimes committed against civilians across war-torn regions of Sudan, including the city of El Fasher. The UAE stressed that targeting civilians, residential areas, and vital facilities in all regions witnessing armed confrontations constitutes a dangerous escalation and a flagrant violation of international humanitarian law, and all human and moral principles. The UAE noted that the atrocities taking place in Sudan represent crimes against humanity that necessitate a unified and firm international stance.

2025-11-06T00:56:59.366945+00:00 IST

Canada tightens student visas, Indian applicants hit hardest

About 74 per cent of study permit applications from India were rejected in August 2025, compared to around 32 per cent in the same month last year.

2025-11-04T02:44:03.745258+00:00 IST

Nigeria welcomes US help if sovereignty respected*

Nigeria has said it would welcome assistance from the United States in combating Islamist insurgents in the country, provided that its territorial integrity is respected, following remarks by US President Donald Trump threatening a possible military action over the alleged persecution of Christians, as reported by Reuters.

2025-11-03T03:58:41.832641+00:00 IST

Tech leaders hail India’s World Cup win

Global tech leaders Sundar Pichai and Satya Nadella congratulated the Indian women's cricket team on winning the 2025 Women's World Cup. Pichai said the final evoked memories of India's 1983 and 2011 victories, while Nadella called it a historic day for women's cricket.

2025-11-02T19:43:45.318804+00:00 IST

Kenya landslides kill 21, destroy 1,000 homes amid rains

At least 21 people were killed and over 1,000 homes destroyed after heavy rains triggered landslides in Kenya's Rift Valley. Officials said 25 were injured and 30 missing as rescue efforts continued, with the military and Red Cross aiding relief operations, according to Al Jazeera.

2025-11-02T16:35:19.744809+00:00 IST