Author: Shradhanjali Mukherjee

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm birthday greeting from Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday during a phone conversation between the two leaders. Modi, who turned 75, thanked President Putin for his wishes and acknowledged the strength of their enduring friendship, according to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). In its statement, the MEA noted that both leaders reviewed several issues on the bilateral agenda ahead of the upcoming 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit. Prime Minister Modi also conveyed that he looks forward to hosting President Putin in India later this year. Their discussions included mutual cooperation and Modi’s reaffirmation…

US President Donald Trump has publicly praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for backing initiatives aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war. In a heartfelt post on his social media platform, Trump described Modi as a “friend” who is doing a “tremendous job” on the global stage. Trump revealed that he spoke with the Indian leader over the phone to personally wish him on his 75th birthday. Sharing details of the conversation on Truth Social, he wrote, “Just had a wonderful phone call with my friend, Prime Minister Narendra Modi. I wished him a very Happy Birthday! He is doing a tremendous…

Mauritius Prime Minister Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam attended a significant spiritual event at the Sri Brahmrishi Ashram in Tirupati on Monday as part of his official visit to India. Siddhguru Sideswar Bramedswi Gurudev Swami welcomed the prime minister, lauding his humility and leadership. In response, Dr. Ramgoolam expressed the importance of his visit and highlighted his spiritual connection with the Ashram’s spiritual leader. Later in the evening, he visited the Lord Venkateswara Temple in Tirumala, where he was warmly received by TTD officials at the Padmavati Guest House. Accompanied by his wife, the prime minister participated in darshan of Lord Venkateswara,…

India extended their T20I dominance over Pakistan to 11-3 with a commanding seven-wicket win in Dubai, cruising past their rivals in the Asia Cup group stage. The contest was one-sided from the very first over, when Hardik Pandya dismissed Saim Ayub off the first legal ball, setting the tone for a ruthless Indian performance. Pakistan’s innings never found momentum against India’s superior attack. Jasprit Bumrah struck in his opening spell, dismissing Mohammad Haris, before the spinners took control. Kuldeep Yadav led the charge with 3-18, while Axar Patel’s disciplined 2-18 and Varun Chakravarthy’s tight spells ensured runs dried up. In…

Russia has expressed appreciation for India’s firm resolve to sustain and expand its wide-ranging partnership with Moscow, even as international pressure mounts. The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that India’s approach reflects not only decades of historical friendship but also its desire to uphold strategic independence in global affairs. According to the ministry, this commitment demonstrates New Delhi’s prioritization of sovereignty and national interests above external influence. The statement came amid Washington’s calls for India to cut back on Russian oil imports. Despite these pressures, Russia noted that India’s choices reflect an assertive foreign policy grounded in its own…

President Donald Trump on Friday admitted that his decision to impose a 50% tariff on India for continuing to buy oil from Russia has damaged ties between Washington and New Delhi. Speaking during an interview on Fox News, Trump said, “India was their biggest customer. I put a 50% tariff on India because they’re buying oil from Russia. That’s not an easy thing to do.” The policy move, framed as part of Washington’s broader sanctions on Moscow over its invasion of Ukraine, ignited backlash in India. The tariffs have fueled a rise in anti-US sentiment and heightened friction between the…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emphasized the importance of collaboration between the government and the automobile industry to strengthen India’s path to self-reliance. Addressing the 65th Annual Convention of the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) on September 11, 2025, the Prime Minister underscored the sector’s pivotal role in realizing the vision of “Viksit Bharat.” In his written message, Mr. Modi highlighted that India presents immense opportunities for investment and innovation, particularly as the nation transitions to smart and sustainable mobility solutions. He described the auto industry as a “torchbearer of the Make in India initiative,” praising its contribution to…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met his Mauritian counterpart Navinchandra Ramgoolam on September 11 in Varanasi, marking the first-ever formal bilateral meeting with a visiting head of state in the city. While Varanasi has previously hosted foreign dignitaries such as French President Emmanuel Macron in 2018 and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in 2022, those visits did not involve official bilateral talks. Explaining the decision to hold the meeting in Kashi, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said that the prime minister has long stressed the importance of taking diplomacy beyond Delhi, highlighting that foreign policy represents the entire nation rather than one…

India and the United States appear to be entering a new phase of dialogue as signs of easing tensions emerge in their strained trade relationship. Chief trade negotiator Rajesh Agarwal is preparing to travel to Washington next week for fresh discussions with American officials, even as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump are expected to hold a phone conversation soon. The renewed talks come after months of friction sparked by Washington’s decision to impose 25% tariffs on Indian goods in retaliation for India’s ongoing imports of Russian oil. These duties were later raised to 50%, further intensifying…

India’s Chief Economic Advisor, V Anantha Nageswaran, has expressed confidence that the country will continue navigating global economic pressures with resilience. Speaking at an AIMA event on September 10, he emphasized that despite rising tariffs and geopolitical uncertainties, India is more likely to witness sustained growth rather than downturns. Nageswaran dismissed speculation about India considering alternatives to the US dollar, noting that such initiatives are not on the government’s agenda. Instead, he highlighted the country’s recent economic performance. India’s real GDP climbed by 7.8% in the first quarter of FY26, a surge powered by strong domestic activity instead of just…