strategic partnerships
PM Modi and President Trump Discuss Strengthening India-US Partnership Amid Trade Negotiations
Dec 12, 2025 01:41 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump held a significant phone conversation discussing bilateral cooperation in trade, technology, and defense, coming days after Putin's visit to India and amid ongoing trade negotiations between the two nations. The call highlights diplomatic efforts to address recent tensions caused by US tariffs on India while working toward a potential trade agreement.
US Seeks Stronger Alliance with India to Counter Indo-Pacific Security Challenges as Putin Visits Delhi
Dec 05, 2025 03:08 pm CST
The United States is prioritizing improved relations with India despite recent trade tensions, as highlighted in a new National Security Strategy Report that emphasizes India's vital role in the Quad alliance and Indo-Pacific security. This strategic push comes as Russian President Putin visits Delhi, underscoring the complexities of India's international relationships and the importance of maritime security cooperation to prevent any single nation from controlling critical sea lanes in the region.
PM Modi's Exclusive Airport Welcomes: The Select Six World Leaders Who Received This Rare Diplomatic Honor
Dec 04, 2025 10:41 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has personally received only six world leaders at the airport during his 11-year tenure, with Russian President Vladimir Putin becoming the latest recipient of this rare diplomatic honor. This exclusive gesture underscores the strategic importance India places on these relationships, particularly with Russia amid ongoing global tensions and economic cooperation discussions focused on defense and energy partnerships.
India-Afghanistan Sign $100 Million Pharmaceutical Deal in Major Trade Shift Away From Pakistan
Nov 28, 2025 10:32 am CST
A landmark $100 million pharmaceutical agreement between India's Zydus Lifesciences and Afghanistan's Rofi's International Group signals a significant transformation in regional trade dynamics. Following the Taliban's recent ban on Pakistan trade, this deal represents Afghanistan's strategic pivot toward India for healthcare development and commercial partnerships, with plans for medicine exports and eventual domestic manufacturing in Afghanistan.
India's Emerging Role as the Third Pillar in Global Rare Earth Supply Chain: Strategic Opportunities and Alliances
Nov 07, 2025 05:34 pm CST
India is strategically positioning itself to become a crucial third pillar in the global rare earth supply chain alongside the United States and Japan. With significant raw material resources, expanding processing capabilities, and strong government backing through the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative, India offers both production capacity and market demand that could transform the rare earth landscape currently dominated by China. Strategic partnerships through the Quad framework and growing technological capabilities position India as a key player in creating a more resilient and diversified global rare earth network.
Massive AI Infrastructure Investments: Tech Giants Pour Billions Into Computing Power Partnerships
Nov 04, 2025 02:05 am CST
Tech giants are committing unprecedented financial resources to secure AI computing infrastructure, with deals totaling hundreds of billions of dollars. From OpenAI's $38 billion Amazon partnership to Meta's strategic investments in computing power providers, this comprehensive overview reveals how computing capacity, rather than code development, has become the critical priority in the AI race.
India's Strategic Approach to International Trade Negotiations: Minister Piyush Goyal Emphasizes National Interest Over Pressure
Oct 24, 2025 08:16 pm CST
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal firmly declares that India approaches international trade agreements with deliberation rather than haste, actively engaging with the EU and US while prioritizing national interests. Speaking at the Berlin Dialogue, Goyal emphasized India's sovereignty in determining trading partners and exploring new markets, notably amid pressure regarding Russian oil imports.
Former National Security Advisor Bolton Criticizes Trump's India Tariffs as Strategic Misstep
Sep 30, 2025 03:29 pm CST
John Bolton, former national security advisor under Trump, has criticized the president's decision to impose 50% tariffs on Indian imports over Russian oil purchases. Bolton argues this move ignores the bigger strategic picture in US-India relations while failing to directly sanction Russia or China, which purchases significantly more Russian oil than India. The criticism highlights tensions in US foreign policy approaches toward key strategic partners.
Tariffs On India, Trade With Pakistan: Rewinding Latest Round Of Trump Deals
Jul 31, 2025 11:03 am CST
US President Donald Trump has announced 25 per cent tariffs on imports from India plus a "penalty", while his administration struck a deal with Pakistan in which Washington will work with Islamabad in developing the South Asian nation's oil reserves.