Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Brussels in December to formally sign the landmark India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA). This significant step aims to bolster economic ties between India and the EU, as confirmed by European Council President Antonio Costa. Costa, speaking at an event in Canada, announced that PM Modi’s visit … Read more
Russian President Vladimir Putin issued a stark warning on Thursday, cautioning against any escalation with European nations that could leave all sides without a victor. He specifically highlighted concerns about restrictions on shipping across the Baltic Sea, stating that Moscow did not seek conflict but would respond to any challenge. Putin emphasized Russia’s opposition to … Read more
India and Armenia are actively strengthening their bilateral relationship, with recent Foreign Office Consultations highlighting a renewed focus on various sectors. Senior officials from both nations, led by Secretary (West) Sibi George for India and Deputy Foreign Minister Mnatsakan Safaryan for Armenia, recently reviewed comprehensive aspects of their partnership. The discussions encompassed critical areas such … Read more
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ruled out forming a government with the support of Arab parties. Addressing supporters at Likud headquarters in Jerusalem, Netanyahu said that the Jewish and Zionist majority must unite and there is no question of forming a government backed by Arab parties. The prime minister claimed that his party had … Read more
Former US President Donald Trump recently stated that Iran is keen on striking a deal with Washington but is prolonging negotiations, possibly awaiting the upcoming elections. Trump asserted, “It’s a question of when do I want to end it… They’ve wanted to make a deal, but they like tapping it along. Maybe they’re waiting for … Read more
India has received a draft proposal from Liechtenstein for a Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) and is examining it, a senior external affairs ministry official said on Monday. “This is in the domain of the finance ministry so experts will look at how it could help us advance economic engagement,” secretary (west) Sibi George said … Read more
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended heartfelt congratulations to Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on his significant re-election as Brazil’s President. Modi expressed confidence in deepening the strategic partnership between India and Brazil, highlighting the mutual desire for stronger bilateral relations. Lula’s victory marks a remarkable political comeback. He secured his fourth term after … Read more
Former US President Donald Trump has reignited controversy by claiming France is ‘burning down’ due to its immigration policies. Speaking at a campaign rally in Perry, Georgia, Trump asserted that France has ‘open borders to people who hate it,’ linking the situation to US immigration debates. His remarks come amidst widespread protests across France, where … Read more
Kathmandu, Nepal: Nepal is preparing for significant rainfall, with some areas potentially receiving up to 200 millimeters next week. This comes as a cyclonic storm develops in the Bay of Bengal, meteorologists have warned. Meteorologist Binod Pokharel highlighted the possibility of over 200 millimeters of rain between next Wednesday and Sunday. He clarified that this … Read more
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has reportedly arrived in Dandong, China, utilizing the recently inaugurated New Yalu River Bridge. This development, confirmed by a South Korean government source to Yonhap News Agency, signifies a notable moment in bilateral relations. The New Yalu River Bridge, connecting China and North Korea, was officially opened on October 14. … Read more