India on Friday summoned a senior US diplomat for the second time this week. New Delhi protested attacks on commercial vessels near Oman that killed Indian nationals. The incident has heightened tensions as maritime security concerns grow around the Strait of Hormuz. According to official sources, India summoned US Charge d’Affaires Jason Meeks to the […]
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Modi, Rubio discuss stronger India-US partnership
Narendra Modi and Marco Rubio discussed strengthening bilateral relations during a meeting in New Delhi on Saturday. The talks focused on strategic cooperation, regional security, trade, and critical technologies. Rubio’s visit comes as Washington seeks to stabilise ties with India after months of trade tensions. Following the meeting, Modi said both countries reviewed progress in […]
US imposes visa curbs over fentanyl laced pills network
The United States has announced visa restrictions on 13 individuals linked to an India-based online pharmacy accused of selling counterfeit prescription pills containing fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid linked to rising overdose deaths. Read More: Awareness is the key to prevention of suicide: Pill CEO According to the US State Department, the action targets associates of KS […]
New Delhi slams Trump post calling India a ‘hellhole’
India has strongly criticised a social media post attributed to US President Donald Trump in which he allegedly referred to the country as a “hellhole,” calling the remarks inappropriate and in poor taste. Read More: Trump remarks spark backlash in India over citizenship post The comments reportedly appeared in a post shared by Trump late […]
Trump remarks spark backlash in India over citizenship post
A controversial post attributed to US President Donald Trump has triggered a strong reaction in India after he allegedly referred to India in harsh terms during a discussion on citizenship and immigration issues. Read More: Modi, Trump discuss importance of keeping Hormuz open According to reports circulating in international media, Trump described India as a “hellhole” and […]
Proposed visit by Marco Rubio to India next month is drawing attention
A proposed visit by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to India next month is drawing attention as it comes amid growing strains in bilateral relations between Washington and New Delhi. Read More: Rubio heads to Asia in first visit, ASEAN talks set to focus on trade The visit, expected in May, is likely to focus on […]
Modi, Trump share ‘incredible friendship’, says US envoy-designate
US ambassador-designate Sergio Gor on Monday highlighted the “incredible friendship” between President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying his mission in India will focus on strengthening ties between the “oldest and the largest democracies.” Read More: India-US trade deal stalled after Modi did not call Trump, Lutnick says Speaking to hundreds of US embassy staffers […]
India-US ties cool, billionaires hit hard
India’s relations with the United States have cooled sharply, directly affecting Indian billionaires, Financial Times reports. Experts say the fallout stems from India’s foreign policy and post-war credibility issues. Billionaire lobbyists spent millions, but could not influence US trade or legal decisions. The report highlights India’s Hindu nationalist policies and dual-track diplomacy as key reasons […]
Modi skips Malaysia visit to attend Asean summit virtually
NEW DELHI – Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has cancelled his planned visit to Malaysia for the upcoming Asean-related summits, opting instead to join the discussions virtually, officials confirmed on Friday. The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) and East Asia Summit will be held from October 26 to 28 in Kuala Lumpur. The Ministry […]
Modi to attend ASEAN summit virtually
NEW DELHI – Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur virtually, ruling out a potential face-to-face meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump and signaling that a long-discussed trade deal between New Delhi and Washington may still be out of reach. The U.S. and India have been negotiating for months […]