Iran warship in Kochi after naval drills as US torpedo sinks IRIS Dena near Sri Lanka
India granted docking permission to Iranian naval vessels after their participation in multinational maritime events earlier this year, even as regional tensions escalated following a United States submarine strike that sank one of the ships near Sri Lanka. The Iranian vessels IRIS Lavan, IRIS Bushehr and IRIS Dena had taken part in the Milan 2026 multilateral naval exercise and the International Fleet Review held in Visakhapatnam in February. These events, which brought together navies from
India has adequate fuel stocks amid Strait of Hormuz tensions, says govt
Amid rising geopolitical tensions in West Asia and growing concerns over possible disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, the government has reassured citizens that India’s oil reserves and fuel supply remain stable. Officials said there is no need for panic buying or hoarding of petrol, diesel or LPG cylinders, as adequate stocks are available to meet domestic demand. According to government sources, India currently maintains around 25 days of crude oil and petroleu
Indians among travellers leaving Gulf as Iran strikes trigger security fears
Rising tensions in West Asia have triggered concern among Indian residents and travellers in Gulf countries after a series of Iranian missile and drone strikes targeted locations in the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Bahrain over the weekend. The attacks, which hit areas long considered safe for business and tourism, have led to a sudden increase in people trying to leave the region, including Indian professionals, workers, and visitors. Travel operators and security agencies repo
India issues advisory for citizens in Mexico amid rising security concerns
India has issued a safety advisory for its citizens currently living in or travelling to Mexico following reports of ongoing clashes and heightened security operations in several parts of the country. The Indian Embassy in Mexico City released the advisory on Sunday, urging Indian nationals to remain vigilant and strictly follow local safety guidelines. In its official communication, the embassy advised Indians in specific high-risk regions to shelter in place until further notice.
US Supreme Court curbs Trump tariff powers in major ruling
In a significant development with potential global trade implications, the United States Supreme Court on Friday struck down a major portion of former President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariff framework. The court ruled that the law used by the administration to justify many of the import duties does not grant the president unilateral authority to impose tariffs, a decision that could indirectly affect key trading partners, including India. Delivering a 6–3 majority opinion, Chief Justice
India joins US-led Gaza Board of Peace talks in observer role
India on Thursday participated as an observer in the inaugural meeting of United States President Donald Trump’s newly formed Board of Peace initiative focused on the Gaza Strip. According to the official list of participants, India was represented by Namgya Khampa, Chargé d’Affaires at the Indian embassy in Washington, DC. Government sources indicated that New Delhi has not formally joined the Board of Peace and is currently maintaining an observer position as it closely tracks development
India strengthens AI ties with Canada and Australia under ACITI
New Delhi: India is emerging as a central force in global artificial intelligence collaboration as Canada’s Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation, Evan Solomon, highlighted the rapid progress of trilateral cooperation between India, Canada and Australia. Speaking in the national capital, Solomon described the three democracies as natural partners in the AI domain, pointing to India’s growing technological capabilities and talent strength. The minister acknow
PM Modi pushes for India to become AI powerhouse at 2026 summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday called for India to emerge as a global leader in artificial intelligence, stressing that the country must move beyond merely using imported technologies and instead focus on developing its own advanced AI solutions. Speaking during the ongoing India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, Modi said the moment presents a major opportunity for India to shape the future of the global technology landscape. The high-profile summit, being hosted in the Global So
PM Modi to visit Israel on February 25–26 to strengthen India ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to undertake a two-day visit to Israel from February 25 to 26, in what is expected to be another significant step in strengthening India’s strategic engagement with the West Asian nation. According to official sources, the final programme is being worked out, with the visit likely to feature high-level discussions focused on expanding cooperation in key sectors. Modi is also expected to address the Israeli parliament, the Knesset, during the trip.
Trump, Netanyahu discuss Iran nuclear deal and West Asia security
US President Donald Trump held high-level talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday, with discussions focusing heavily on Iran’s nuclear programme, regional security concerns and ongoing diplomatic efforts in West Asia. The meeting comes at a time of renewed tensions involving Tehran and carries broader implications for global geopolitics, including countries such as India that maintain strategic and economic interests across the region. After the meeting,
Trump claims tariff pressure helped halt India–Pakistan conflict
US President Donald Trump has once again asserted that the threat of trade tariffs played a significant role in halting several international conflicts, including the recent military tensions between India and Pakistan. Speaking in a televised interview on Tuesday, Trump claimed that economic pressure through tariffs helped bring rival nations to the negotiating table and prevented further bloodshed. Referring specifically to the four-day confrontation between the two nuclear-armed
India and Mauritius strengthen strategic ties, focus on Indian Ocean security
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday spoke with Mauritian Prime Minister Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam over the telephone, reaffirming India’s commitment to further strengthening its long-standing and close partnership with the island nation. The leaders reviewed the progress made in bilateral relations and reiterated their shared vision of enhancing cooperation across strategic, economic and people-centric sectors that are central to India’s engagement in the Indian Ocean Region.
Bengaluru tech professional shot dead in targeted attack at Toronto parking lot
A 37-year-old Indian-origin information technology professional from Karnataka was shot dead in a suspected targeted attack at a shopping centre parking lot in Toronto, Canadian police said. The victim, identified as Chandan Kumar, was a native of Bengaluru Rural district and had been living and working in Canada for the past six years. According to investigators, the shooting took place on Saturday, February 7, when unidentified assailants opened fire on the vehicle Kumar was trave
Indian diaspora powers Britain’s economy and tech growth, says new UK report
A new white paper has spotlighted the significant and long-standing contribution of the Indian diaspora to the making of modern Britain, positioning the community as the country’s most economically successful migrant group and a key pillar of its growth story. The report, unveiled on 5 February at the House of Lords, documents how Indian migrants have shaped the United Kingdom’s recovery, prosperity and innovation across several decades, offering a narrative that resonates strongly with I
Berlin airport shut due to black ice, flights canceled amid severe winter weather
Berlin’s primary international airport remained shut on Friday after severe winter weather created dangerous layers of black ice across runways and taxiways, forcing authorities to suspend flight operations and leaving thousands of passengers stranded. The closure disrupted departures and arrivals across Germany and impacted several international routes, including those used by Indian travellers connecting through European hubs. Airport officials said persistent freezing rain and
Ajit Doval tells US India will not bow to pressure ahead of trade deal talks
India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval conveyed a firm and uncompromising message during a visit to Washington months before the public announcement of a renewed India–US trade deal, underscoring that New Delhi would not yield to pressure or public criticism during negotiations. According to officials familiar with the discussions, Doval told senior American leadership that India was prepared to take a patient approach to trade talks rather than accept terms it considered unfair or
Kremlin questions India’s Russian oil halt claim after new U.S. trade agreement
Russia has said it has not received any formal communication from India indicating that the country plans to stop purchasing Russian oil, casting doubt on recent claims by U.S. President Donald Trump that New Delhi had agreed to halt such imports as part of a new trade agreement with Washington. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that Moscow has yet to hear any official statement from the Indian government suggesting that energy flows between the two countries are being curtail
