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Will India and the US Reach a Trade Deal Soon? S Jaishankar Provides Strategic Perspective on Negotiations
Dec 06, 2025 04:33 pm CST
Foreign Minister S Jaishankar discusses the possibility of an upcoming India-US trade deal, highlighting India's commitment to protecting the interests of farmers and workers while seeking common ground with American trade demands. The article examines the key obstacles in negotiations, including concerns about opening India's dairy markets and accepting genetically modified agricultural products.
Political Rivals Ajit and Rohit Pawar Unite in Dance at Family Wedding in Bahrain
Dec 06, 2025 04:15 pm CST
In a rare display of family unity transcending political differences, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and his political rival nephew Rohit Pawar were captured dancing together to the popular Marathi song Zingaat during Jay Pawar's wedding celebrations in Bahrain. Despite representing opposing NCP factions in Maharashtra politics, the two demonstrated that family bonds remain strong even amid political rivalries, showcasing a touching moment that highlights how personal relationships can exist separately from professional disagreements.
S Jaishankar Addresses Sheikh Hasina's Future in India and Bangladesh Relations
Dec 06, 2025 04:11 pm CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar clarified that former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's continued stay in India is her personal decision following her exile last year. He emphasized India's commitment to supporting democratic processes in Bangladesh while expressing optimism for improved bilateral relations in the future.
S Jaishankar: Capability Is the Best Strategy for Navigating an Uncertain Future
Dec 06, 2025 03:59 pm CST
Foreign Minister S Jaishankar emphasizes capability as the key to handling future uncertainties at the HT Leadership Summit. He discusses how technological changes, particularly AI, will create unprecedented challenges that can only be addressed through developed capabilities rather than seeking perfect clarity in an increasingly complex global landscape.
Singapore High Commissioner Attends Staff's Wedding Virtually Amid Massive IndiGo Flight Cancellation Crisis
Dec 06, 2025 03:57 pm CST
Singapore's High Commissioner Simon Wong joined his staff member's wedding online after being stranded due to IndiGo's massive flight cancellations affecting thousands of passengers across India. The airline's operational meltdown caused over 1,000 flight cancellations, prompting government investigation and promises of accountability as operations slowly return to normal.
Ayodhya Mosque Project Timeline Set for April 2026: Challenges and Progress 33 Years After Babri Demolition
Dec 06, 2025 03:54 pm CST
Thirty-three years after the Babri Masjid demolition, the Indo-Islamic Cultural Foundation has announced April 2026 as the tentative timeline for the new mosque project in Dhannipur village. The project faces multiple challenges including layout approval delays, land constraints, and funding shortages, with current funds at just Rs 3 crore against an estimated requirement of Rs 65 crore. The planned complex will include a mosque, hospital, and educational institutions, possibly across multiple locations.
India and Russia Forge Strategic Defense Manufacturing Partnership Under Make-in-India Initiative
Dec 06, 2025 03:52 pm CST
During the 23rd India-Russia annual summit, PM Modi and President Putin agreed to joint manufacturing of military equipment and spare parts in India under the Make-in-India program, addressing long-standing supply chain issues and expanding bilateral defense cooperation that includes potential additional S-400 missile system acquisitions and trade agreements using national currencies.
S Jaishankar: Pakistan's Army Is the Source of India's Security Challenges and Ideological Hostility
Dec 06, 2025 03:34 pm CST
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has identified the Pakistani army as the primary source of India's security challenges, including terrorism and ideological hostility. Speaking at the HT Leadership Summit, he discussed Operation Sindoor, India's response to terror attacks, and the fundamental differences in how the two nations operate. The minister emphasized India's commitment to accountability while addressing regional security concerns.
Border Peace Essential for India-China Relations: Foreign Minister S Jaishankar Explains Diplomatic Dynamics
Dec 06, 2025 03:29 pm CST
Foreign Minister S Jaishankar discusses how border stability has become a prerequisite for positive India-China relations, highlighting improved conditions since Modi-Xi meeting while acknowledging ongoing challenges in trade, investment, and transportation connections between the two nations.
S Jaishankar Highlights Putin's Visit as Milestone in Reimagining India-Russia Relationship
Dec 06, 2025 03:25 pm CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar discusses the significance of Russian President Vladimir Putin's recent India visit, characterizing it as an opportunity to reimagine bilateral relations. The minister highlighted key agreements including mobility and fertilizer ventures, while also addressing India's diplomatic stance on US trade relations, China border stability, Pakistan's military influence, and Bangladesh's political situation.