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21 Jul

EAM Jaishankar congratulates Miliband on appointment as UK Foreign Secretary

London, July 21 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Tuesday congratulated Ed Miliband on his appointment as the UK Foreign Secretary while emphasising that he is looking forward to working together with him to advance cooperation between India and the United Kingdom. "Congratulate Ed Miliband on his appointment as UK Foreign Secretary. The India-UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership has witnessed a strong momentum in recent years, including the entry into force of CETA. Look forward to working together to advance our cooperation," EAM Jaishankar posted on X. Elected as Member of Parliament (MP) for Doncaster North in May 2005,…

21 Jul

India and North Macedonia agree to strengthen economic cooperation

Skopje, July 21 (IANS) Terming economic cooperation as an "important pillar" in ties between India and North Macedonia, President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday announced that both nations have agreed to strengthen trade, investment and business-to-business collaboration. Addressing a joint press meet with North Macedonia counterpart Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova following their talks, President Murmu expressed confidence that her visit will open a new chapter in the bilateral ties. She expressed gratitude to President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova and the people of North Macedonia for their warm welcome and hospitality. "Since the establishment of diplomatic relations between our two countries, this is the first visit…

17 Jul

India and Belgium discuss cooperation in ports, maritime, semiconductors and supply chain de-risking

Brussels, July 15 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar and his counterpart from Belgium, Maxime Prevot, on Wednesday reviewed bilateral cooperation, including in political, economic, investments, clean energy, defence, mobility and pharmaceutical domains. The two leaders focused on opportunities in ports, maritime, semiconductors and broader cooperation for supply chain de-risking. The discussions were held during the inaugural India Belgium Strategic Dialogue in Brussels on Wednesday. EAM Jaishankar and Prevot also exchanged views on global developments, including in West Asia. "Co-chaired with DPM and FM Maxime Prevot the inaugural India Belgium Strategic Dialogue in Brussels today. Our partnership has witnessed…

17 Jul

In Brussels, EAM Jaishankar discusses startups, connectivity and green shipping cooperation between India and Europe

Brussels, July 15 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar held a meeting with European Union (EU) Commissioner for Startups, Research and Innovation Ekaterina Zaharieva in Brussels on Wednesday, discussing opportunities for research in clean and green energy technologies, innovation hubs, startups and association with 'Horizon Europe'. India's Ambassador to Belgium and the EU, Pranay Verma, and other officials were also present during the meeting. "A good meeting with EU Commissioner for Startups, Research and Innovation Ekaterina Zaharieva today. Discussed opportunities for research in clean and green energy technologies, innovation hubs, startups and association with Horizon Europe," EAM Jaishankar posted…

13 Jul

India provides household solar systems to Myanmar’s earthquake-affected ethnic people

Naypyidaw, July 13 (IANS) India’s Ambassador to Myanmar, Abhay Thakur, on Monday handed over solar systems for 50 households of earthquake-affected ethnic people in Taunggyi. "50 household solar systems for earthquake-affected ethnic people of Inlay, a Quick Impact Project (QIP) under the Mekong-Ganga Cooperation (MGC) Initiative, were handed over in Taunggyi today by Ambassador Abhay Thakur in the presence of Ethnic Affairs Minister U Than Maung and CM Shan State U Sai Htein Soe," the Embassy of India in Myanmar wrote on X. In addition to the Union Ethnic Affairs Minister and Deputy Minister, several Ethnic Ministers of Shan State…

13 Jul

India, Spain explore ways to deepen business ties, fast-track EU FTA: Piyush Goyal

New Delhi, July 13 (IANS) Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday met Spanish Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo in Madrid and explored ways to deepen business ties between the two countries. Kicking off official engagements in Spain during his three-nation visit, Goyal said: "We had productive discussions on strengthening the India-Spain economic partnership through greater trade, investment and technology collaboration, with a focus on renewable energy, green hydrogen, advanced manufacturing, digital technologies, infrastructure and innovation." "We also exchanged views on the India-EU Free Trade Agreement and explored ways to deepen business ties and expand India's commercial engagement with Spain…

11 Jul

Gadkari urges BRICS nations to deepen cooperation on sustainable, resilient transport systems

Mumbai, July 11 (IANS) Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, on Saturday called for deeper cooperation among BRICS nations to build transport systems that are sustainable, resilient, inclusive and future‑ready. Addressing the third ‘BRICS Transport Ministers' Meeting’ under India's BRICS Chairship, he said common challenges relating to infrastructure financing, congestion, emissions, road safety and last-mile connectivity require collective solutions. The minister reaffirmed India's readiness to deepen cooperation through knowledge sharing, capacity building, technological collaboration and joint research in green hydrogen, electric mobility, alternative fuels, digital transport systems and sustainable multimodal infrastructure, according to an official statement. The…

11 Jul

Unforgettable atmosphere: PM Modi thanks Indian diaspora in NZ for ‘memorable experience’

Auckland, July 11 (IANS) Highlighting the "incredible enthusiasm and affection" at the diaspora event held in Auckland, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday thanked the Indian community in the country and also his counterpart from New Zealand, Christopher Luxon, for making it a "memorable experience". "The Indian community in New Zealand is one of the strongest pillars of our friendship. Addressing them in Auckland was a memorable experience," PM Modi posted on X after addressing the huge gathering of Indian diaspora in New Zealand at the 'Kia Ora Modi' event. "Glad that my friend Prime Minister Christopher Luxon joined the…

09 Jul

India resilient despite oil shock: IMF

Washington, July 9 (IANS) India's economy remains resilient despite the headwinds of higher global oil prices triggered by the Middle East conflict, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said as it marginally lowered the country's 2026 growth forecast to 6.4 per cent while projecting stronger expansion next year as the energy shock eases. The IMF, in its latest World Economic Outlook update released on Wednesday (local time), revised India's growth forecast for 2026 down by 0.1 percentage point from its April projection but raised the 2027 forecast by 0.2 percentage point, saying stronger-than-expected economic activity and resilient domestic demand…

09 Jul

PM Modi ‘true friend’ of Australia: Albanese at ‘Melbourne meets Modi’ event

Melbourne, July 9 (IANS) Describing Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a "true friend of Australia", Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Thursday said that it was an honour to host the Indian leader as he welcomed him to packed Marvel Stadium in Melbourne during an Indian community event. The Australian PM admitted that the stadium has hosted many memorable events over the years, but none more significant than the Indian community gathering. Addressing the massive Indian community gathering in the event titled 'Melbourne meets Modi', Albanese said, “Prime Minister Modi, my friend, welcome to marvellous Melbourne. As a true friend…