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Afghan envoy hails Hazratbal inauguration by Modi, experts say signal for Indian Muslims, Arab world

Modi inaugurated Hazratbal shrine project during 1st visit to Kashmir since abrogation of Article 370 in August 2019, which was met with 'muted' response by many in Arab world.

Germany has planned ‘never before’ military deployment to India, says German embassy spokesperson

The deployment is meant to underline that Germany's engagement in Indo-Pacific is 'serious & long lasting'. German Air Force will send jets to India, along with France, Spain and the UK.

India, US hold counterterrorism joint working group meeting amid Pannun controversy

Two sides called for perpetrators of 26/11 Mumbai & Pathankot terrorist attacks to be brought to justice, says joint statement.

New pathways to strengthen ties discussed during Jaishankar’s two-day visit to South Korea: MEA

Talks focused on areas such as trade, investments, development, defense, and security, science and technology, culture, and people-to-people exchanges, said a statement by MEA.

‘Relocate’ – India issues advisory to its nationals in Israel after 1 killed in Hezbollah attack

MEA had said in December that around 18,000 to 20,000 Indians were in Israel after the conflict with Hamas began two months earlier.

China, Maldives sign new defence agreements amid strained ties between Malé & New Delhi

This is the latest in series of actions taken by Maldives to deepen ties with China. It comes after Malé allowed Chinese research vessel to dock in its ports despite objections from India.

Two Indian Coast Guard ships dock in Sri Lanka to strengthen bilateral ties

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) ships Samarth and Abhinav are visiting Sri Lanka for training and professional interactions with the Sri Lankan Coast Guard.

India, Nepal deepen ties with high-level talks

The MEA said that Lamsal's visit to India is in keeping with the tradition of high-level exchanges between the two countries and reflects India's emphasis on its relations with Nepal.

India among fastest growing diplomatic networks, 11 new posts since 2021, reveals new report

The country has opened 11 new missions since 2021 and climbed to the 11th rank in the Global Diplomacy Index, a report by the Lowy Institute.

‘Can’t have standoff at border and negotiate in the next room,’ says Jaishankar on India-China ties

Speaking at JNU, Jaishankar offered an insight into the thinking of India’s foreign policy approach in recent years and its reasoning for a multi-vector non-West approach.

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Rajgir’s rediscovery is as complex as its history–12 archaeologists unravelled its mysteries

Pre-1947 surveys began with identifying major structures with historical references. The methodology was simply related to unearthing structures and acquiring antiquities.

Lower oil prices lead to 4x profits for oil firms, bonanza for govt, but no relief for aam aadmi

Petrol & diesel prices have barely changed since June 2022, even though oil prices have fallen 28% since then. This has boosted profitability of OMCs and dividend payouts to govt.

Indian Navy’s Eastern Fleet visits Manila, strengthens ties with Philippines

The port call witnessed subject matter exchanges between the Indian Navy and the Philippine Navy personnel. There were also sports fixtures, cross-deck visits, and cultural exchanges.

Abki baar 90 paar for Congress? Why even 30 more seats will ruffle BJP

Discussion about outcome of Lok Sabha polls continues to boil in cauldron of expectations only from BJP. Now reverse this equation, what if we asked about the performance of the 'loser'?