Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], August 30: In a powerful demonstration of global awareness, diplomacy, and youth leadership, Ignite IAS conducted the Model United Nations (MUN) 2025 on 22nd and 23rd August at its Hyderabad campus. This two-day event transformed classrooms into international c
Former Indian Ambassador Navtej Sarna said India must maintain strategic autonomy amid global pressures, including US criticism of its Russian oil purchases. He urged not to react to every Washington comment, highlighting challenges in India-US ties while asserting India's rights to make
Former diplomat Vikas Swarup said Japan has been India's longstanding partner, citing its role in infrastructure projects like the Delhi Metro. On PM Modi's visit, he stressed that the strategic partnership with Japan "stands on its own" and must continue to deepen.
Former Indian Ambassador to the US, Navtej Sarna, welcomed India and Canada naming envoys, calling it a step toward normal diplomatic engagement. He said the appointments allow proper analysis and engagement, signal willingness to engage, and do not mean giving up any core issues.
Former diplomat Vikas Swarup said appointing envoys by India and Canada is a positive step, marking the first signal of a thaw since PM Modi met PM Carney at the G7 Summit. He noted concerns remain but expressed hope for resumption of trade talks and improved ties.
Former diplomat Vikas Swarup said India-China ties have improved since PM Modi met President Xi in October 2024. He stressed the need for disengagement at the border, resumption of flights, visas, and media access, adding relations must rest on mutual respect, sensitivity, and shared interes
Swarup, who also served as the official spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs during his stint, was commenting on the remarks made by White House trade advisor Peter Navarro.
New Delhi [India], August 29: Tehran on ZEE5 has emerged as one of the finest action thrillers that brings up an absolutely powerful and authentic story for the audience. Released on August 14, 2025, this is one of the finest patriotic movies that is being crafted very intelligently. The mov
Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand said the appointment of a new High Commissioner to India reflects Canada's step-by-step approach to boost diplomatic engagement and cooperation, calling it an important move to restore services for Canadians and strengthen bilateral ties.
Chinese President Xi Jinping exchanged congratulatory messages with President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday, marking the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and India.
Dubey criticised the Indian government for remaining inactive in addressing this issue, emphasising the need for the government to engage in diplomatic efforts with the US to resolve the matter.
US Secretary Marco Rubio met Israeli FM Gidon Saar and IAEA chief Rafael Grossi, reaffirming close US-Israel ties and support for global nuclear safety, including monitoring Iran. He also discussed Iran with European counterparts ahead of the IAEA Board meeting in Vienna next month.