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PM Modi speaks to UP CM Yogi on Mahakumbh Mela incident, situations under control

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached out to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath thrice to monitor the situation at the ongoing Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj on Wednesday. He called for immediate support measures for the affected people. Now, s...

January 28, 2025 7:39 PM

India, Oman agree to speed up talks on signing bilateral economic pact

India and Oman have agreed to expedite the discussions for an early signing of the bilateral Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), which is under advanced stages of negotiations, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Comme...

January 28, 2025 6:18 PM

The dynamics of U.S. foreign assistance: Continuity and change

U.S. foreign assistance has long been a cornerstone of its international relations, serving as a diplomatic tool that aligns with its global positioning as a major world power. Being one of the dominant world powers and the largest economy with a dem...

January 28, 2025 4:41 PM

India protests Sri Lankan Navy’s firing during arrest of fishermen, summons envoy

India on Tuesday summoned the Sri Lankan Acting High Commissioner in New Delhi following reports of the Sri Lankan Navy firing during the apprehension of 13 Indian fishermen near Delft Island. The Ministry of External Affairs lodged a strong protest...

January 28, 2025 4:31 PM

EAM Jaishankar meets UAE diplomatic advisor, discusses strengthening India-UAE partnership

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar held a key meeting with Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Advisor to the President of the UAE, during his official visit to the Emirates. Sharing the update on X, Jaishankar said, “Nice to meet Anwar Gargash, D...

January 28, 2025 3:56 PM

President Murmu to address joint session of Parliament ahead of Budget Session

President Droupadi Murmu is set to address a joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament on January 31 at 11 a.m. in the Lok Sabha Chamber, marking the beginning of the Budget Session. The Budget Session will be held in two phases, as per the Parliam...

January 28, 2025 3:29 PM

Bangladesh train services hit as staff strike over benefits

Train services in Bangladesh came to a standstill on Tuesday as railway staff, demanding benefits for extra work, went on a nationwide indefinite strike that hit hundreds of thousands of people. A long-standing dispute over overtime pay and pension ...

January 28, 2025 3:07 PM

PM Modi pushes for live concerts after Coldplay’s success, calls for investments in creative infrastructure

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday highlighted the vast potential of India's concert economy, citing the success of recent high-profile concerts, such as Coldplay's shows in Mumbai and Ahmedabad. Addressing the Utkarsh Odisha - Make in Odisha C...

January 28, 2025 3:00 PM

EAM emphasizes strengthening India-Middle East ties at Raisina Dialogue in Abu Dhabi

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar delivered the keynote address at the inaugural session of the Raisina Dialogue in Abu Dhabi, highlighting the growing importance of India-Middle East relations. He stressed the remarkable expansion in engag...

January 28, 2025 2:49 PM

RBI may begin rate easing cycle with 25 bps cut, add durable liquidity: Morgan Stanley

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is expected to begin its rate easing cycle with a 25-basis point cut in interest rates at the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting scheduled for February 7, Morgan Stanley said on Tuesday, adding that the central ba...

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