India-Canada Relations Enter Friendly Phase, Says High Commissioner Dinesh K. Patnaik

India-Canada Relations Enter Friendly Phase, Says High Commissioner Dinesh K. Patnaik

Washington, May 25: India and Canada have moved from a period of tension to a notably friendly phase in their relations. This was stated by Dinesh K. Patnaik, India’s High Commissioner to Canada, in an exclusive interview. Ahead of Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal’s visit to Canada, Patnaik remarked, “In the past few months, relations have … Read more

Serbian President Begins State Visit to China

Serbian President Begins State Visit to China

Beijing, May 24: Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić commenced his first state visit to China on Sunday afternoon, arriving at Beijing Capital International Airport. Serbia is recognized as the first European country to co-create a community with a shared future alongside China and serves as a significant partner for China in Southern and Eastern Europe. In … Read more

Positive Signals in US-Iran Talks, Says Secretary of State

Positive Signals in US-Iran Talks, Says Secretary of State

Washington, May 21: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated on Thursday that there are “good signs” in the ongoing negotiations with Iran. However, he cautioned against raising expectations too high, stating that President Donald Trump still has other options if diplomacy fails. Speaking to the media in Miami before heading to India, Rubio emphasized … Read more

Positive Signals from US Secretary of State on Iran Talks

Positive Signals from US Secretary of State on Iran Talks

Washington, May 21: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated on Thursday that there are “good signs” in the ongoing discussions with Iran. However, he cautioned against having overly high expectations, stating that President Donald Trump still has other options if diplomacy fails. Speaking to the media in Miami before heading to India, Rubio emphasized … Read more

UN Chief Calls for Urgent Shift to Clean Energy

UN Chief Calls for Urgent Shift to Clean Energy

New Delhi, May 21: United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has stated that fossil fuels are the primary cause of the climate crisis. In a statement on Wednesday, Guterres emphasized that achieving climate justice requires a rapid, fair, and equitable transition away from fossil fuels towards renewable energy. This statement followed the adoption of a resolution … Read more

India and Italy Aim for €20 Billion Bilateral Trade by 2029

India and Italy Aim for €20 Billion Bilateral Trade by 2029

Rome, May 20: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni have agreed to enhance bilateral trade to €20 billion by 2029, leveraging the India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA). In a joint statement following their discussions, both leaders expressed satisfaction with the renewed momentum in economic and trade relations, increased investments, and … Read more

Strengthening Ties: Modi and Melonis Seven Meetings Lay the Foundation for India-Italy Relations

Strengthening Ties: Modi and Melonis Seven Meetings Lay the Foundation for India-Italy Relations

New Delhi, May 20: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Italy marked the final stop of his five-nation tour. Upon his arrival in the capital, Rome, he was warmly welcomed by his Italian counterpart, Giorgia Meloni. The two leaders engaged in discussions on several crucial issues. On Wednesday, Meloni stated that India and Italy … Read more

US Secretary of State Rubio to Visit India from May 23

US Secretary of State Rubio to Visit India from May 23

Washington, May 19: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to embark on a four-day visit to India starting May 23. According to information shared by the US State Department, Rubio will first travel to Sweden before arriving in India. He expressed his eagerness for the upcoming trip, indicating that he has been looking … Read more

Rising Human Rights Violations in Balochistan

Rising Human Rights Violations in Balochistan

Quetta, May 19: A prominent human rights organization has expressed concern over the increasing human rights violations in Pakistan’s Balochistan province. The organization reported ongoing enforced disappearances, torture, and extrajudicial killings by Pakistani security forces. In its report, the human rights department of the Baloch National Movement, known as ‘Pank’, highlighted that 29 cases of … Read more

India Pavilion Showcases Urban Transformation at World Urban Forum

India Pavilion Showcases Urban Transformation at World Urban Forum

Baku, May 19: The 13th World Urban Forum (WUF 13) was inaugurated in Baku, Azerbaijan, featuring the India Pavilion, which highlights the evolving urban landscape of India. The pavilion was opened by Stephen Priessner, the UN Resident Coordinator in India, and Abhay Kumar, the Indian Ambassador. The India Pavilion, developed by the Ministry of Housing … Read more