bilateral ties
PM Modi Makes History as First Head of Government to Receive Ethiopia's Highest Honor
Dec 17, 2025 02:39 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been awarded Ethiopia's highest honor, 'The Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia', becoming the first global head of government to receive this prestigious recognition. The award celebrates his exceptional contributions to strengthening India-Ethiopia relations and his visionary global leadership, marking a significant milestone in diplomatic ties between the two nations.
Jordan Crown Prince Drives PM Modi to Historical Museum in Special Diplomatic Gesture
Dec 16, 2025 03:40 pm CST
Jordan's Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II personally drove Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the Jordan Museum during his diplomatic visit to Amman, highlighting the strong bilateral ties between the nations. The museum visit showcases Jordan's archaeological heritage, including 9,000-year-old artifacts, as part of Modi's three-nation diplomatic tour.
PM Modi's Historic Visit to Jordan: Strengthening 75 Years of India-Jordan Diplomatic Relations
Dec 16, 2025 12:23 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's landmark visit to Jordan after 37 years marks a significant milestone in India-Jordan relations, coinciding with the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties. The visit aims to enhance bilateral cooperation in economic, investment, and technological fields, with India being Jordan's third-largest trading partner at USD 2.8 billion in bilateral trade.
US Lawmakers Introduce Resolution to End Trump's 50% Tariffs on India, Citing Illegal Use of Emergency Powers
Dec 13, 2025 11:54 am CST
Three US Representatives have introduced a resolution to terminate President Trump's national emergency declaration imposing 50% tariffs on Indian imports. Representatives Deborah Ross, Marc Veasey, and Raja Krishnamoorthi argue these tariffs are illegal, harm American consumers and workers, disrupt supply chains, and damage US-India economic and security relations. The resolution aims to rescind the additional 25% "secondary" duties imposed on August 27, 2025, which followed earlier tariffs justified by India's purchases of Russian oil.
US and India Work to Strengthen Defense and Energy Ties Amid Trade Tensions: A Diplomatic Effort to Rebuild Relations
Dec 10, 2025 02:52 am CST
US Under Secretary Allison Hooker's visit to India aims to translate the Trump-Modi vision into concrete progress amid strained relations caused by increased US tariffs on Indian goods. The diplomatic talks focus on deepening cooperation in defense, energy, technology, and supply chains while addressing India's Russian oil purchases that have become a point of contention between the strategic partners.
India Affirms Arunachal Pradesh's Status Following Shanghai Airport Detention Incident
Dec 09, 2025 09:04 am CST
India's Ministry of External Affairs has firmly reasserted that Arunachal Pradesh remains an integral part of India following an incident where an Indian citizen was detained at Shanghai airport. The MEA has issued an advisory for Indian travelers to China after authorities questioned a passenger's documents because her birthplace was Arunachal Pradesh, an area China claims as its territory. This incident has highlighted ongoing territorial tensions amid gradually improving bilateral relations.
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.
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.
India Lodges Strong Protest After Chinese Officials Detain Arunachal Woman During Airport Transit
Nov 25, 2025 01:52 am CST
India has filed a formal diplomatic protest after an Indian woman from Arunachal Pradesh was detained for over 18 hours at Shanghai Pudong International Airport when Chinese officials refused to recognize her passport, claiming her birthplace was "Chinese territory." The incident, which occurred during a simple layover, has escalated into a significant diplomatic row with India calling China's actions "ludicrous" and a violation of international aviation conventions.
