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Pakistan welcomes Modi’s call to Imran, seeks resumption of talks

Pakistan's Foreign Office spokesperson said that he hopes Modi's call paves the way for resumption of bilateral talks. 

New bill caps US defence aid to Pakistan at $150 million

However, conditions like action against the LeT for disbursement of US aid have been removed. 

In boost to India ties, US Congress passes $716-billion defence spending bill

As per the bill, the US seeks to uphold the values of a free and open Indo-Pacific region and promote regional security and stability.

Doklam issue was handled with diplomatic maturity, says Sushma Swaraj

Modi-Xi's Wuhan summit was aimed at creating a conducive environment between India and China, she says.

US announces major Indo-Pacific engagement but Chinese loans are quicker

Two key announcements suggest a way forward in US ties with the region but they are a long way off Chinese initiatives.

Looking for partnership not dominance in Indo-Pacific region: US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo

US secretary of state Pompeo says not looking for dominance, denies initiatives are aimed at countering China.

Why Germany is the favourite country for Indian asylum seekers

Of 8,363 Indians living abroad illegally, 8,000 have sought asylum in Germany because its lenient refugee laws make it an attractive destination.

Modi and Xi meet at BRICS summit, agree to maintain momentum in India-China ties

President Jinping said that the two emerging economies will start their regional cooperation afresh.

US says will look for opportunities to work with Pakistan’s new govt

Washington, however, expresses concern over 'outsized role' the Pakistan military played in the election.

If India takes one step, Pakistan will take two: Imran Khan

Khan says Kashmir is the 'core' issue between India and Pakistan and should be resolved through talks.

On Camera

No Mamata Banerjee, women’s safety isn’t a curfew issue

For Indian women, the smallest unit of control becomes the family; the largest, the State. Both speak the same language.

Niti Aayog recommends fully decriminalising 12 offences under new I-T Act to ‘foster more trust’

Recommendations appear in Niti Aayog’s Tax Policy Working Paper Series–II. It says there is a need to shift away from fear-based enforcement to trust-based governance.

India, UK sign £350 mn deal for Martlet. What are these Lightweight Multirole Missiles

In service with the British military since 2019, it is also known as the Martlet missile. Ukrainians have also deployed these missiles against Russian troops.

CJI, IPS, IAS & Homebound: A wake-up call 75 years in the making

Education, reservations, govt jobs are meant to bring equality and dignity. That we are a long way from that is evident in the shoe thrown at the CJI and the suicide of Haryana IPS officer. The film Homebound has a lesson too.