Author: Malavika Subramanyan

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Qatar’s Amir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, in Doha on Sunday to advance the growing partnership between India and Qatar. The meeting comes amid a series of high-level diplomatic engagements, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent phone call with the Qatari leader and Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal’s visit to Doha. These interactions signal a renewed push toward strengthening cooperation across economic, strategic, and technological sectors. Sharing the update on X, Jaishankar wrote that he was “honored” to call on the Amir and conveyed Prime Minister Modi’s warm greetings. He reaffirmed India’s commitment to…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to India’s first Prime Minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, on the occasion of his 125th birth anniversary, a day that also coincides with Children’s Day across the country. In a message posted on X, Modi acknowledged Nehru’s pivotal contributions to India’s independence struggle and the crucial role he played in shaping the newly independent nation. Modi wrote that the country remembers Nehru’s leadership during the freedom movement and his foundational work as India’s first Prime Minister. Popularly known as “Chacha Nehru” for his affection toward children, Nehru remains one of the defining architects of modern…

India and Chile have taken fresh steps to strengthen their bilateral relationship, focusing on economic cooperation, healthcare, and investment opportunities. During a meeting in Santiago, India’s Ministry of External Affairs Secretary (East) P. Kumaran met with Chile’s Vice Minister of International Economic Affairs, Claudia Sanhueza, to explore new avenues of partnership between the two nations. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing economic engagement and reviewed ongoing discussions for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). The proposed CEPA aims to modernize trade relations, ensure mutual benefits, and open equitable opportunities for businesses in both countries. In addition, the dialogue covered…

India is on track to become the world’s third-largest economy by 2028, following the United States and China, according to a recent report by UBS. The global financial services firm forecasts that India’s real GDP will maintain an annual growth rate of 6.5% between FY2028 and FY2030. This sustained expansion positions India as not only a major economic powerhouse but also the third-largest consumer market by 2026. UBS highlighted that household consumption in India has nearly doubled over the past decade, reaching about $2.4 trillion in 2024. This growth, averaging a 7.9% compound annual rate, outpaces major economies such as…

Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi has begun his official visit to the United States, scheduled from November 12 to 17, to bolster strategic maritime cooperation between the two nations. During his visit, he will engage in high-level discussions with senior officials from the US Department of War and hold meetings with Admiral Samuel J. Paparo, Commander of the United States Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM), and Admiral Stephen T. Koehler, Commander of the United States Pacific Fleet (USPACFLT). The Indian Navy announced that these meetings will provide an important platform to assess ongoing naval cooperation, strengthen information-sharing systems,…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi issued a stern warning to those behind the deadly Red Fort blast in New Delhi, vowing that every conspirator involved would face justice. Speaking from Bhutan, where he is on a two-day visit, Modi declared that the government would not rest until all perpetrators were held accountable. “The conspirators behind this will not be spared. All those responsible will be brought to justice,” the Prime Minister asserted, expressing deep sorrow over the tragedy that claimed 12 lives and injured several others. Addressing the public with visible emotion, Modi said, “I come here with a very heavy…

In a moment that deepened the spiritual and cultural bond between India and Bhutan, sacred relics of Lord Buddha arrived in Bhutan for public exposition from November 8 to 18. The relics, enshrined at the National Museum in New Delhi, were received with reverence at Paro International Airport, marking another milestone in the enduring friendship between the two nations. External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar expressed heartfelt appreciation for Bhutan’s warm welcome. Taking to social media, he shared his gratitude to the government and people of Bhutan for their devotion and respect toward the holy relics, describing the moment as…

The Indian Consulate in Seattle recently hosted a Pre-Summit Roundtable to set the stage for the upcoming India AI Impact Summit 2026, with US Representatives Adam Smith and Michael Baumgartner among the key attendees. The event gathered prominent tech leaders from the Greater Seattle area, who presented insights on how artificial intelligence (AI) is shaping global industries, particularly Agri-Tech, as well as the rising potential of data centers and digital infrastructure investments in India. In a post shared on X, the Consulate expressed gratitude to both US Representatives for joining the roundtable, noting, “India AI Impact Summit 2026: Pre-Event Briefing…

In a strong showing for diversity and representation, Indian American Democrats achieved significant success in the 2025 US state elections. Two legislators retained their seats while another secured a new position, underscoring the community’s growing influence in American politics. The elections, held on November 4, reflected a broader Blue Wave that bolstered Democratic gains across several states. In New Jersey’s District 7, Democratic Assemblyman Balvir Singh celebrated re-election alongside fellow Democrat Carol Murphy. Their campaign, which focused on equality, education, and economic opportunity, resonated strongly with voters. Together, they captured more than 66% of the vote, marking a clean victory…

United States President Donald Trump has once again expressed admiration for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, describing him as “a great man” and “a friend,” while suggesting that he may travel to India next year to bolster trade relations between the two countries. Speaking at the White House after unveiling a new plan to lower the prices of weight loss medications across the US, Trump said his discussions with PM Modi were progressing positively. “He’s largely stopped buying from Russia. Prime Minister Modi is a great man, and a friend of mine. He wants me to visit India, and we’ll…