bilateral ties
PM Modi Strengthens India-Bhutan Relations During Meeting with Fourth King on His 70th Birth Anniversary
Nov 12, 2025 01:07 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Bhutan's Fourth King Jigme Singye Wangchuck during his two-day visit to Thimphu, discussing bilateral relations and inaugurating the 1020 MW Punatsangchhu-II hydroelectric project. The visit highlighted India's commitment to its Neighbourhood First Policy while celebrating spiritual and cultural bonds between the two nations, including participating in the Kalachakra initiation ceremony and viewing Buddha's Holy Relics.
Jaishankar-Rubio Talks in Malaysia: Navigating US-India Relations Amid Tariff Disputes and Energy Concerns
Oct 27, 2025 11:37 pm CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio during the ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur to address strained bilateral relations following significant US tariffs on Indian goods. The discussions focused on trade agreements and India's energy sourcing policies, with both nations seeking to navigate tensions around India's Russian oil purchases amid US sanctions on Russian exporters.
China Eastern Airlines Resumes Direct Shanghai-Delhi Flights After 5-Year Suspension
Oct 23, 2025 06:18 pm CST
China Eastern Airlines will resume direct flights between Shanghai and Delhi from November 9, operating three weekly services after a five-year suspension. This follows IndiGo's planned restart of Kolkata-Guangzhou flights on October 26, marking the restoration of direct air connectivity between India and China that was disrupted by the pandemic and border tensions.
Sri Lankan PM Harini Amarasuriya Praises India's Neighbourhood First Policy at NDTV World Summit
Oct 17, 2025 11:47 pm CST
Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya highlights the positive impact of India's neighbourhood first policy during her address at the NDTV World Summit. She expresses gratitude for India's crucial support during Sri Lanka's 2022 economic crisis and outlines opportunities for strengthening bilateral ties through trade, maritime cooperation, manufacturing, and tourism, emphasizing that their relationship represents mutual growth rather than zero-sum competition.
India Officially Denies Trump's Claim of Modi's Promise to Stop Russian Oil Purchases
Oct 17, 2025 02:52 am CST
India's Ministry of External Affairs has firmly rejected US President Donald Trump's claim that Prime Minister Narendra Modi promised to cease purchasing Russian oil during a recent phone call. The MEA clarified that no such conversation occurred between the leaders, while reaffirming India's energy policy is guided by consumer interests and national security, not external political pressures.
Afghan Foreign Minister Concludes Productive Six-Day Diplomatic Visit to India: Strengthening Bilateral Relations
Oct 16, 2025 02:28 am CST
Afghanistan's Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi completed a six-day diplomatic visit to India, engaging in cultural exchanges and high-level meetings including talks with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. The visit highlighted India's commitment to supporting Afghanistan and nurturing the deep historical ties between the two nations, with Muttaqi expressing optimism about the "bright future" of bilateral relations.
Afghan Foreign Minister Visits Deoband: Strengthening India-Afghanistan Diplomatic Relations Amid Regional Challenges
Oct 11, 2025 07:55 pm CST
Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi made a historic visit to Darul Uloom Deoband in India, expressing optimism for stronger bilateral relations between the two nations. As the first senior Taliban official to visit India since the group's return to power, Muttaqi announced plans to send new diplomats to India and emphasized cooperation on regional projects like the Chabahar port, marking a potential shift in India's engagement with Afghanistan's current government.
PM Modi and Keir Starmer Strengthen India-UK Partnership During Mumbai Visit
Oct 10, 2025 12:19 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer reinforced bilateral ties during Starmer's first official visit to India, discussing the implementation of the recently signed Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and announcing a major defence deal worth $468 million. The leaders attended the Global Fintech Fest 2025 in Mumbai, emphasizing the growing economic and strategic partnership between India and the United Kingdom.
25 Years of India-Russia Strategic Partnership: Strengthening Bilateral Ties and Future Cooperation
Oct 04, 2025 09:27 am CST
India celebrates 25 years of strategic partnership with Russia as MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal highlights the "special, privileged" relationship. Both nations seek to enhance cooperation in trade, defense, and technology, with Russian President Putin expected to visit India in December to further strengthen bilateral ties.
Putin Praises Modi's Independent Foreign Policy and India's Remarkable Economic Growth During Strategic Call
Sep 27, 2025 11:08 pm CST
Russian President Vladimir Putin recently commended Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership and India's outstanding economic performance during a significant phone conversation. Putin highlighted India's pursuit of an independent, sovereign policy while achieving the highest economic growth rates among major global economies. This diplomatic exchange reinforces the special privileged strategic partnership between Russia and India, which has remained a cornerstone of India's foreign policy since 2000.