Filmmaker Payal Kapadia was honoured by the French government in Mumbai earlier this week for her outstanding contributions to the world of film and the cultural ties between France and India, reported Variety.
The Inaugural Army-to-Army Staff Talks (#AAST) between the Indian Army and the Royal Saudi Land Forces (RSLF) took place in New Delhi from April 23-24, with the discussions centered around strengthening defence ties through the Annual Defence Cooperation Plan.
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot expressed solidarity with India following the Pahalgam terror attack, calling it an act of barbarity. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar confirmed the support during a call between the two ministers.
US Vice President JD Vance, accompanied by his family, departed Jaipur on Thursday, concluding a four-day India visit that blended diplomacy, trade talks, and cultural engagement. The visit highlighted deepening India-US ties.
India and Saudi Arabia reaffirmed their commitment to deeper cooperation in education, economic corridors, international coordination, and regional peace as part of Prime Minister Modi's State Visit to the Kingdom on April 22, 2025.
During Prime Minister Modi's State Visit to Saudi Arabia, both nations agreed to boost cooperation in emerging technologies, digital governance, tourism, and cultural sectors, building on the momentum of their growing strategic partnership.
Nepal's Ambassador to India, Shankar P Sharma, confirmed the death of Nepali citizen Sudip Neupane in the Pahalgam terror attack and extended condolences, stating Nepal stands firmly with India against such violence.
US Vice President JD Vance was warmly received by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in Agra during his official India visit. The city celebrated the visit with cultural displays, schoolchildren waving flags, and heavy security arrangements along the route to the Taj Mahal.
Prime Minister Modi and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman co-chaired the second Strategic Partnership Council meeting in Jeddah, advancing cooperation in defence and cultural sectors. The visit was cut short following a terror attack in Pahalgam, prompting the PM's early return to India.
Vance announced that the US and India have finalised the terms of reference for trade negotiations, a vital step towards realising President Trump's and Prime Minister Modi's vision of more than doubling bilateral trade to USD 500 billion by the end of the decade.
On the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Saudi Arabia, Lulu Group International Chairman, Yusuf Ali expressed delight on behalf of the business community and said that the visit by the Prime Minister would boost the bonhomie between the two leaders, thereby strengthening the ties furt