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
Chairman Moolenaar's RTT framework aims to maintain China's reliance on U.S. hardware and software while restricting its capabilities in advanced AI, according to a statement from the SCCCP.
Himachal Pradesh Chief Secretary Prabodh Saxena held a review meeting to enquire about the situation of roads in Chamba and other districts affected by the landslides and floods here on Friday.
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has launched urgent restoration work on the Kiratpur-Pandoh-Kullu-Manali section of National Highway 21 after severe floods, cloudbursts, and flash floods damaged key stretches, cutting off road connectivity to the tourist town of Manali.
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu conducted a video conference to review the disaster situation in five districts - Chamba, Kullu, Lahaul-Spiti, Kangra and Mandi.
Defence Minister Israel Katz issued a statement praising what he called a "heroic operation" led by the IDF (Israel Defence Forces) for the recovery and return of the bodies from Gaza of two Israelis who were taken hostage and murdered by Hamas.
Addressing a special MEA press briefing in Tokyo, Misri said, "At this point in time, our discussion with Japan was about our bilateral issues. We were not discussing issues between either one of us in any third country. Naturally, what is happening in the rest of the world is discussed.
"I have already indicated India's willingness to support meaningful efforts aimed at achieving a peaceful resolution of the conflict. I believe, by virtue of our good relations with both sides, including key stakeholders, we can strengthen efforts dedicated to the restoration of an early
Following cloudbursts in Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Tehri, and Bageshwar, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami instructed District Magistrates to expedite rescue and relief. He emphasised immediate evacuation to safe places and restoration of essential services.
Following heavy rains and debris flow in Rudraprayag's Badeth Dungar Tok, SDRF teams led by Commandant Arpan Yaduvanshi are actively rescuing stranded families by overcoming tough terrain. Meanwhile, the Uttarkashi district administration continues clearing a temporary lake on the Bhagira
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.
"Just like India's rise as an underdog on the world stage, SARC has consistently shown resilience and reliability--qualities I have experienced first-hand, even beyond professional engagements," he reflected. The launch event of SARC's international expansion was held at Amber India Restaura