India and the United States signalled efforts to stabilise and advance bilateral ties as External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a detailed phone conversation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, focusing on trade, defence cooperation, critical minerals, nuclear energy and broader strategic engagement. The high-level interaction comes at a…
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PM Modi, German Chancellor Merz Deepen Ties at Kite Festival
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held delegation-level talks with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Ahmedabad, blending high-level diplomacy with cultural celebration during the International Kite Festival 2026. The visit marks Chancellor Merz’s first official trip to India and comes at a significant time for bilateral relations between the two…
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General Dwivedi Boosts Defence Ties with UAE, Sri Lanka
New Delhi: The Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), General Upendra Dwivedi, successfully concluded his official visits to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Sri Lanka from 5 to 8 January 2026. The visits aimed to strengthen defence cooperation, enhance military-to-military engagement, and deepen strategic partnerships with key nations in…
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Modi, Netanyahu Push Gaza Peace, Unite Against Terror
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday held a telephonic conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, during which the two leaders exchanged New Year greetings and reaffirmed their shared commitment to peace, security, and the deepening of the India-Israel Strategic Partnership. The high-level interaction reflected the close and trusted ties…
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India-Netherlands Sign Defence Cooperation LoI
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh met with the Foreign Minister of the Netherlands, Mr. David Van Weel, in New Delhi on December 18, 2025, to reaffirm and strengthen the growing defence partnership between India and the Netherlands. The two Ministers discussed a wide range of bilateral security and defence issues,…
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PM Modi Boosts India–Ethiopia Strategic Partnership
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed a joint session of the Ethiopian Parliament in Addis Ababa, marking a significant milestone in India–Ethiopia relations. The address, delivered during his first bilateral visit to Ethiopia, was described as a special honour and reflected the deepening engagement between the two democracies.Beginning his…
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PM Modi Embarks on Three-Nation West Asia–Africa Tour
New Delhi, December 15, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday departed for a three-nation tour covering Jordan, Ethiopia and Oman, underscoring India’s commitment to strengthening ties with key partners across West Asia and Africa. Focus on Historic Ties and Contemporary Partnerships In his departure statement, the Prime Minister said…
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Italy–India Business Forum 2025 | Strategic Partnership
The Italy–India Business Forum 2025, held in Mumbai on 11 December 2025, marked a significant boost to the growing economic partnership between the two nations. The event coincided with the visit of Italy’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, H.E. Antonio Tajani, and brought together…
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PM Modi-Netanyahu Talks on Strategic Cooperation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a telephone call from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel on December 10, 2025. The two leaders reviewed the steady momentum in the India-Israel strategic partnership and agreed to pursue closer cooperation across political, economic and security domains. Both emphasised a shared, uncompromising stance against…
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ICG Ship Sarthak Makes Maiden Port Call at Suwaikh, Kuwait
Indian Coast Guard vessel ICGS Sarthak, an indigenously designed Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV), arrived at Suwaikh Port on December 9 as part of its Overseas Deployment (OSD) to the Gulf. The five-day visit aims to strengthen bilateral maritime ties, conduct professional exchanges and advance cooperative efforts under India’s SAGAR vision….