Focusing on the theme of 'Promoting Holistic Maritime Security and Growth: Regional Capacity-Building and Capability-Enhancement', the IPRD 2025 is the seventh successive edition of the Indian Navy's apex-level international strategic outreach that brings together leaders, policymakers, prac
Speaking at the Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue (IPRD), Tripathi said that illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing; piracy; arms and narcotics trafficking; human smuggling are issues faced in maritime suuroundings.
Negotiations between Afghanistan and Pakistan, currently underway in Istanbul, gained momentum as both sides reached agreement on most key issues, with the remaining topics expected to be finalised soon
The VBYLD Quiz is the first stage of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders' Dialogue 2026. It is being conducted online through the MY Bharat Portal. This quiz helps young people test their knowledge about India and share their ideas for a developed India by 2047.
Emraan Hashmi broke the silence on the viral reponse to the memorable dialogue and scene based on his film career in the recently released OTT series 'Ba***ds of Bollywood."
The three-day dialogue, from October 27 to October 29, being co-hosted by the Observer Research Foundation (ORF) and the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), is part of the Ministry's biennial India Maritime Week (IMW), which is being held from October 27 to 31 in Mumbai.
Talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan in Istanbul ended in a deadlock as the Taliban refused to commit to verifiable action against the TTP and other militant groups. Pakistan demanded concrete steps to curb cross-border terrorism, while mediators from Turkiye and Qatar tried to prevent
"The extended ceasefire agreement between Thailand & Cambodia at the #ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur is an important step towards peace & stability in the region. We encourage both sides to continue dialogue & cooperation as well as reopen borders & resume trade relations,"
The Kremlin welcomed Japan's intent to sign a peace treaty, following PM Sanae Takaichi's statement to resolve the Kuril Islands dispute. Spokesman Peskov noted Japan's "rather unfriendly stance" and reduced dialogue, while Moscow reaffirmed support for a treaty despite ongoing tensions.
Kabul and Islamabad began talks in Istanbul to extend the ceasefire and respect each other's territorial integrity. Delegations discussed security, trade, and refugee issues. Analysts called it a "final phase" toward peace, though Pakistan warned of "open confrontation" if negotiations fail,
Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) announced on Saturday that the upgraded Terminal 2 (T2) of Delhi Airport will become operational from the intervening night of October 25-26, 2025.
"Celebrated Diwali with friends of India at the World Bank. It is always a delight to join in celebrations with the strong community of Indian and Indian-origin diaspora who work at the World Bank and IMF," Ambassador Kwatra said.