Author: Deepika chandrasekar

India’s economic partnership with the United Arab Emirates continues to gain momentum as the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) completes four years of implementation. Union Commerce and Industry Minister said the agreement has significantly accelerated trade growth while opening fresh opportunities for Indian businesses, exporters, farmers, and MSMEs. Sharing the progress on social media platform X, Goyal described the agreement as a major turning point in India-UAE economic relations. Since its introduction, the trade pact has strengthened cooperation across several industries and contributed to a sharp rise in commercial activity between the two nations. According to the minister, bilateral merchandise…

The Consulate General of India in New York, in collaboration with the World Food Movement (WFM), organized a special event titled “No One Hungry” to highlight the importance of global food and nutrition security. The initiative brought together diplomats, academic institutions, philanthropists, chefs, and community representatives to discuss solutions for reducing hunger and improving access to nutritious meals in the United States. The central theme of the event emphasized that food is not only essential for physical survival but also a fundamental human right closely linked to education, health, and opportunity. Speakers highlighted that ensuring access to nutritious meals plays…

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has stirred international discussion after publicly suggesting that the Kohinoor diamond should be returned to India if he were to meet King Charles III. His comments, made during a press interaction, moved beyond conventional diplomatic language and directly addressed one of the most debated colonial-era artefacts in the world. Mamdani stated that he would encourage the British monarch to return the historic diamond, which has long been a subject of dispute between India and the United Kingdom. His remarks quickly gained attention as they touched upon broader questions of colonial legacy, cultural ownership, and…

Ranveer Singh’s action-packed film Dhurandhar (Part 1) is preparing for its theatrical release in Japan, marking another major step in the film’s global expansion. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the movie is set to arrive in Japanese cinemas on July 10, 2026, targeting the country’s growing audience for Indian cinema. The announcement was made by Jio Studios and B62 Studios, who shared the news on social media along with a Japanese-language promotional poster, expressing excitement about introducing the film’s high-energy narrative to Japanese viewers. Indian cinema has steadily built a strong presence in Japan over the years, with several films gaining…

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has highlighted the recently concluded India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement as a landmark, once-in-a-generation development that unlocks significant economic potential between the two nations. Speaking shortly after the agreement was finalized in New Delhi, he emphasized India’s rapid rise as a global economic force and its growing importance as a destination for international trade and investment. Luxon pointed out that India, with a population of approximately 1,500 million people, is not only the world’s most populous nation but also one of the fastest-growing consumer markets. He described this transformation as a major opportunity for…

India and Armenia have taken further steps to strengthen their defence partnership, with a series of high-level meetings in New Delhi focusing on enhancing military cooperation, particularly in the air domain. Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, Chief of the Air Staff of the Indian Air Force, met Lt General Edvard Asryan, Chief of the General Staff of Armenia’s Armed Forces, to discuss expanding operational collaboration and improving interoperability between the two air forces. The discussions highlighted the importance of closer coordination in air power capabilities, with both sides aiming to build stronger strategic alignment through joint efforts. The engagement reflects…

The recent visit of US Pacific Air Forces Commander General Kevin Schneider to India has further reinforced the growing strategic defence partnership between India and the United States. According to the US Embassy, the visit, which took place from April 19 to April 25, included inspections of key operational and training facilities and high-level meetings with senior Indian defence officials, including counterparts from the Indian Air Force. During his visit, General Schneider engaged in discussions aimed at strengthening long-standing military ties and expanding cooperation between the two countries. The focus of these interactions was to enhance operational collaboration and improve…

India and the United States have made notable progress in ongoing discussions aimed at shaping a proposed Bilateral Trade Agreement, following a recent round of negotiations held in Washington, D.C. between April 20 and April 23. The talks mark another step forward in strengthening economic ties between the two countries as they work toward a structured and mutually beneficial trade framework. According to India’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry, the discussions were conducted in a constructive atmosphere, with both sides engaging on a broad set of issues. These included improving market access for goods and services, addressing non-tariff barriers, resolving…

India and the United States have made notable progress in ongoing discussions aimed at shaping a proposed Bilateral Trade Agreement, following a recent round of negotiations held in Washington, D.C. between April 20 and April 23. The talks mark another step forward in strengthening economic ties between the two countries as they work toward a structured and mutually beneficial trade framework. According to India’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry, the discussions were conducted in a constructive atmosphere, with both sides engaging on a broad set of issues. These included improving market access for goods and services, addressing non-tariff barriers, resolving…

India has reiterated its commitment to strengthening its Special Strategic Partnership with Israel during a diplomatic interaction held on the sidelines of Israel’s 78th Independence Day celebrations. India’s Ambassador to Israel, J.P. Singh, met Israeli President Isaac Herzog at an official event, where he conveyed warm greetings from India’s leadership and reaffirmed New Delhi’s dedication to deepening bilateral cooperation. According to a statement shared by the Indian Embassy in Israel on social media, the ambassador extended best wishes to the Israeli President on behalf of the Indian government and emphasized that the partnership between the two countries continues to grow…