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Thursday, January 8, 2026
TopicRandhir Jaiswal

Topic: Randhir Jaiswal

India slams NATO chief’s threat of secondary sanctions, warns against ‘double standards’

New Delhi’s economic engagement with Russia has grown since the start of Moscow’s war with Ukraine. India imported over $56 billion worth of Russian oil last year.

Trade talks between India-US still ongoing, ‘tech, trade & talent’ future of ties, says MEA

MEA spokesperson reiterates no trade talks were held between US & India officials during Op Sindoor. He says hope visa applications of Indian students will be considered on merit.

First Op Sindoor delegation departs, MEA reaffirms India’s no tolerance stance on terrorism

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that this outreach would reaffirm the country's resolve to combat terrorism in all its forms.

Operation Sindoor: India denies Trump’s claim that ‘no trade with US’ threat led to ceasefire

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal also said it was the force of India arms that compelled Pakistan to stop its firing.

When abroad, ‘comply’ with local laws—MEA on Indian student’s arrest in US over pro-Palestine protests

The arrest of Badar Khan Suri, an Indian national & postdoctoral fellow at Georgetown University, comes as Trump targets foreign students, who participated in pro-Palestine protests last year.

India, EU delegates meet, discuss bilateral ties, parliamentary exchanges & global issues

Ministry of External Affairs Secretary (West) Tanmaya Lal held a meeting Monday with European Parliament Chair of the Delegation for Relations with India, Angelika Niebler.

EAM condemns vandalism of Hindu temple in California, demands ‘stringent action’

External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that the local law enforcement authorities must take action against those responsible & ensure security to places of worship.

Stop conflating Sheikh Hasina with India, New Delhi tells Bangladesh envoy

New Delhi further blames Bangladesh for persistent negativity surrounding ties, while underlining its desire for a 'constructive and mutually beneficial relationship' with Dhaka.

India protests China’s 2 counties in Aksai Chin, expresses concern about proposed dam on Brahmaputra

Beijing announced the new counties on 27 December, one of which called He’an includes parts of Beijing-occupied Aksai Chin, which is a part of Indian territory.

US indictment against Adani ‘legal matter’, no request for cooperation from America, says MEA

Gautam Adani and 6 others, including nephew Sagar Adani, were indicted by a US court last week for allegedly bribing Indian govt officials to bag power contracts.

On Camera

How artificial intelligence is reshaping terrorism and state security risks

Terrorist groups are increasingly using AI for propaganda, recruitment and attacks, forcing states to rethink security strategies.

2025 marked key point in India’s power sector: Clean energy surge pushed coal power into rare decline

Coal-based power generation fell 3% in 2025 while renewable capacity surged to 40% of India’s installed power mix, according to India Power Sector Review 2025 by CREA.

Bangladesh-Pakistan look to expand ties to defence procurement as Dhaka shows ‘interest’ in JF-17s

Pakistan military said it has assured Bangladesh of fast-tracked delivery of Super Mushshak trainer aircraft during high level defence meet held Tuesday.

A year-end Mea Culpa in National Interest—The Army-Islam combo doesn’t kill democracy

Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.