External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al-Nahyan in Abu Dhabi on Thursday, October 15. The leaders exchanged views on bilateral relations and global developments within the framework of the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Sharing details on X, Jaishankar described the meeting as warm and productive. The discussions formed part of h

US President Donald Trump said Washington continues to share intelligence with Ukraine while working with Kyiv and Moscow to bring the Russia-Ukraine war to an end. Speaking before departing for a campaign visit to Alaska, he rejected suggestions that intelligence assistance had stopped. Trump said the United States was helping Ukraine while pursuing a negotiated resolution. He expressed confidence that both Russian Presi

El Nino has intensified across the equatorial Pacific, with unusually warm ocean conditions raising concerns about changes to rainfall and temperatures worldwide. NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center reported that sea surface temperature anomalies exceeded 4°C in parts of the eastern equatorial Pacific during the previous month. The warming is accompanied by changes in winds, rainfall and cloud formation, indicating that both ocean and atmospheric conditions are

Sixty countries have backed a European Union-led pledge opposing unlawful tolls, fees and restrictions that interfere with lawful navigation through international straits. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas announced the initiative on October 12, with support from all 27 EU member states and 33 other countries. Supporters include Australia, Canada, Japan, Singapore, the United Kingdom and Oman. The “No Fees/No Tolls” pledge calls for respect for the existi

The Telangana government is preparing domestic and international roadshows to attract investors to the Invest Telangana Global Summit, scheduled for December at Bharat Future City. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Monday directed officials to prepare a coordinated plan covering investor outreach, summit arrangements, publicity and roadshows. The proposed outreach programme will run during October and November, focusing

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has called for reforms to the United Nations, saying the organisation has become “largely irrelevant” to decision-making on major global challenges because of persistent divisions within its Security Council. Speaking at the fifth Kautilya Economic Conclave in New Delhi on Monday, October 5, he argued that the world body’s decision-making structure no longer adequately represe

The United States and China have released lists of goods worth about $30 billion from each country that are set to receive lower tariffs. Announced on Monday, September 28, the reciprocal arrangement follows talks between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Washington and offers a targeted opening for trade between the two economies. The lower rates still require each country to complete its domestic procedures before they take effect. Ch

Washington, DC | Trump welcomed India’s action against illicit opium cultivation while the country remained on the US drug transit and production list. US President Donald Trump has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Indian government for taking steps against illicit opium poppy cultivation and strengthening the integrity of pharmaceutical and narcotics-related supply chains.

Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay returned from London with Rs 15,300 crore in investment commitments and plans to advance Tamil Nadu’s Motor Sports City. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay returned to Chennai on Thursday after completing a six-day official visit to London focused on attracting overseas investment, strengthening trade partnerships and accelerating industrial development in the state. According to an off

Union Ministers and Chief Ministers attending the BRICS Summit 2026 in New Delhi are expected to travel together in a single bus from Parliament to Bharat Mandapam, according to sources familiar with the logistical arrangements. The participating leaders will reportedly assemble at Parliament before beginning their journey to the summit venue. However, the precise gathering and departure timings have not yet been finalised. Detailed security and movement plans are also awaiting conf

Former India captain Rohit Sharma has kept the door open for a possible appearance at the 2027 ODI World Cup, saying there is still considerable time before the tournament begins. Rohit addressed the uncertainty surrounding his future during an interaction at the Global Fintech Fest on Thursday. When an audience member asked if he intended to play in the next World Cup, the veteran opener offered a brief but measured response. “October 2027 is far away, we will see about it t

India joined the United States and 24 other nations in a global 6G initiative announced in Washington, DC, on Monday, September 7, 2026. The agreement followed talks between Jitin Prasada and Howard Lutnick during the G20 Innovation Ministerial held in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. India Joins International Effort to Shape Future 6G Networks India has joined the United States and 24 other countries in an international ini

Iran has linked the opening of the Strait of Hormuz to an end to US threats and military attacks. Security chief Mohsen Rezaei also announced plans for a restricted maritime zone extending into parts of the Persian Gulf, increasing concerns over shipping and energy supplies. Strait of Hormuz Opening Linked to US Military Actions Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, said Tehran would commit to keeping the Strait of Hormuz

Actor and philanthropist Sonu Sood visited flood-affected regions of Nepal to assess the destruction, meet displaced residents and coordinate relief efforts. He appealed to individuals and organisations worldwide to support communities struggling with the loss of homes, livelihoods and family members. Sonu Sood Visits Flood-Affected Communities Sonu Sood travelled to some of Nepal’s worst-affected areas following t

US President Donald Trump claimed Washington had near-total control of the Strait of Hormuz in a Truth Social post reported Wednesday, September 2, 2026. The remarks came from Washington amid renewed US strikes, Iranian retaliation and rising concerns over shipping and global oil supplies. US President Donald Trump has claimed that the United States has “almost total control” of the Strait of Hormuz as the military co