diplomatic relations
India's Legal Options: Can Sheikh Hasina Be Extradited to Bangladesh Under Bilateral Treaty Provisions?
Nov 18, 2025 06:18 pm CST
This article examines the complex legal and diplomatic situation surrounding Bangladesh's request to extradite former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from India following her death sentence in absentia. It analyzes the India-Bangladesh Extradition Treaty provisions, India's legal framework, and diplomatic considerations that give New Delhi significant discretion in handling this high-profile extradition request, despite Bangladesh's insistence that compliance is mandatory under bilateral agreements.
S Jaishankar: India-Russia Relations Remain a Pillar of Stability in International Affairs
Nov 18, 2025 02:39 am CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasized the importance of India-Russia relations as a stabilizing factor in global diplomacy during his Moscow meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. As preparations advance for President Putin's visit to India for the 23rd Annual Summit, both nations are finalizing several bilateral agreements that will strengthen their Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership while addressing complex global challenges including the Ukraine conflict.
Sheikh Hasina Breaks Silence: Warns of Extremism and Authoritarian Rule in Bangladesh Under Yunus Regime
Nov 17, 2025 10:20 am CST
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina speaks exclusively from her exile in New Delhi, condemning the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government for undermining democracy, enabling religious persecution, and aligning with extremist groups. She details her violent ouster, the destruction of her father's legacy, and outlines her vision for restoring democratic stability in Bangladesh amid growing concerns about religious freedom and regional security.
The Secret Alliance: How Jeffrey Epstein and Ehud Barak Established Israel's Security Footprint in Cote d'Ivoire
Nov 16, 2025 07:53 pm CST
This investigative report reveals how convicted financier Jeffrey Epstein and former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak collaborated to transform political instability in Cote d'Ivoire into a lucrative security agreement. Following the 2010-2011 political crisis, the duo orchestrated meetings, proposed surveillance systems, and navigated UN embargoes to establish Israeli security services in the West African nation, culminating in a formal defense agreement by 2014.
Historic Meeting: Trump Hosts Former Al-Qaeda Commander Ahmed al-Sharaa at White House Amid Diplomatic Breakthrough
Nov 12, 2025 11:12 pm CST
In an unprecedented diplomatic event, US President Donald Trump welcomed Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa to the White House, marking the first official visit by a Syrian leader since 1946. The meeting between Trump and the former Al-Qaeda commander, once carrying a $10 million US bounty, featured lighthearted moments and discussions about sanctions relief, signaling a dramatic shift in US-Syria relations.
Understanding the Kalachakra Ceremony: The Sacred Buddhist Ritual Attended by PM Modi in Bhutan
Nov 12, 2025 05:02 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the sacred Kalachakra "Wheel of Time" ceremony during his diplomatic visit to Bhutan, strengthening India-Bhutan relations while honoring this profound Tibetan Buddhist ritual. The two-day visit featured meetings with Bhutanese royalty, joint inauguration of a major hydroelectric project, and prayers before holy relics of Lord Buddha, showcasing the spiritual and developmental dimensions of India's engagement with its Himalayan neighbor.
S Jaishankar and UK Foreign Secretary Reaffirm India-UK Vision 2035 at G7 Meeting in Canada
Nov 12, 2025 07:47 am CST
Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper on the sidelines of the G7 Foreign Ministers Meeting in Canada, where they reaffirmed their commitment to the India-UK Vision 2035 framework. This strategic roadmap aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation across key sectors including economy, technology, defense, climate action, and education over the next decade.
US Embassy's Contrasting Response to Terror Attacks in India and Pakistan Raises Concerns
Nov 11, 2025 11:31 pm CST
The US embassy has come under fire for its contrasting responses to terrorist incidents in India and Pakistan. While explicitly condemning "terrorism" in Pakistan following an Islamabad blast, the embassy's delayed response to Delhi's car bombing avoided the term entirely, referring to it merely as a "terrible explosion." This apparent double standard has sparked outrage among Indian social media users and geopolitical experts, highlighting potential issues in US-India diplomatic relations amid President Trump's tariff policies and comments about regional conflicts.
Historic Meeting: Syrian President Al-Sharaa Welcomed at White House as Trump Lifts Sanctions
Nov 11, 2025 04:23 am CST
President Donald Trump hosts Syrian interim leader Ahmad al-Sharaa at the White House following the lifting of sanctions against Syria. This historic diplomatic engagement marks the first visit by a Syrian head of state to the White House since Syria's 1946 independence, as al-Sharaa seeks permanent sanctions relief following the fall of the Assad regime.
PM Modi's 2-Day State Visit to Bhutan: Strengthening India-Bhutan Strategic Partnership and Infrastructure Development
Nov 08, 2025 11:07 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Bhutan on November 11-12 to strengthen bilateral relations and inaugurate the 1,020 MW Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project. The visit includes reviewing progress on two key railway projects connecting India and Bhutan, participation in celebrations for the Fourth King's 70th birth anniversary, and attending the Global Peace Prayer Festival featuring sacred Buddha relics from India. This visit underscores India's position as Bhutan's largest development partner, with a Rs 10,000 crore commitment to Bhutan's 13th Five Year Plan.