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February 18, 2024 3:18 PM

EAM S Jaishankar meets his Saudi counterpart; Discusses West Asia situation and India-Saudi Arabia strategic partnership

External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar participated in a series of high-level diplomatic discussions during his attendance at the Munich Security Conference in Germany. Among his notable meetings, Dr. Jaishankar engaged with key international cou...

February 17, 2024 12:36 PM

A cultural program on life of U Tirot Sing organised in Bangladesh

A cultural program on life and bravery of Khasi freedom fighter U Tirot Sing organised on Friday evening at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, Dhaka. The Indira Gandhi Cultural Centre, Dhaka and Department of Arts & Culture, Government of Meghalaya i...

February 16, 2024 4:18 PM

Khasi freedom fighter U Tirot Sing’s statue unveiled in Dhaka

A statue of U Tirot Sing, a freedom fighter from Khasi Hills who rebelled against British Colonialism some 200 years ago, was unveiled on Friday at Indira Gandhi Cultural Centre, Dhaka. The Deputy Chief Minister of Meghalaya Sniawbhalang Dhar and the...

February 16, 2024 10:47 AM

Visakhapatnam to host 12th edition of MILAN naval exercise with over 50 countries participating

The 12th edition of the MILAN naval exercise is set to commence in Visakhapatnam from February 19 to 27, with the participation of over 50 countries. Under the theme "Forging Naval Alliances for a Secure Maritime Future," the exercise aims to provid...

February 16, 2024 9:52 AM

PM Modi meets Amir of Qatar, Father Amir & PM Al Thani, hold delegation-level talks

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met the Amir of Qatar, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani at Amiri Palace in Doha on Thursday, the last of his visit to the country. PM Modi was given a ceremonial welcome at the Amiri Palace on arrival. Thereaf...

February 15, 2024 4:18 PM

Prabowo Subianto emerges victorious in Indonesia’s Presidential race

Prabowo Subianto is set to secure the Indonesian presidency, with unofficial counts indicating a decisive victory in the first round. The 72-year-old, a former special forces commander and defense minister, declared a "victory for all Indonesians" as...

February 15, 2024 12:21 PM

India and Sri Lanka forge collaboration in administrative reforms and governance

Officials from India and Sri Lanka on Wednesday participated in high-level bilateral discussions aimed at enhancing collaboration in personnel administration and governance. Leading the discussions were V. Srinivas, Secretary of the Department of Adm...

February 15, 2024 10:15 AM

Recession in Japan forces it lose third largest economy tag to Germany

Japan's economy has contracted unexpectedly, pushing the country into recession and causing it to lose its position as the world's third largest economy to Germany. Gross domestic product shrank at an annualized pace of 0.4 per cent in the last three...

February 15, 2024 9:22 AM

“This will be symbol of unity, harmony…UAE has written golden chapter”: PM Modi at inauguration of BAPS Hindu temple

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that the inauguration of the BAPS Hindu temple here has years of hard work behind it and the dreams of many are connected with the religious place which will be a symbol of unity and harmony. The Prim...

February 14, 2024 8:54 PM

PM Modi meets Dubai ruler Sheikh Mohamed bin Rashid Al Maktoum

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a significant meeting today with Sheikh Mohamed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who serves as Vice President, Prime Minister, Defence Minister, and the Ruler of Dubai. The meeting aimed to discuss various aspects of bilateral ...

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