New York: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday stated that he believes India is “mostly” aligned with Kyiv in the ongoing conflict with Russia, offering a perspective that contrasts with US President Donald Trump’s recent remarks at the United Nations General Assembly. Speaking to Fox News on the sidelines of UNGA, Zelenskyy highlighted the importance...
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday strongly dismissed a Bloomberg report that claimed Chinese President Xi Jinping had sent a “secret letter” to Indian President Droupadi Murmu as part of a covert diplomatic outreach. The Indian government clarified that the report was baseless and no such communication had been received from the Chinese...
India has reportedly blocked Azerbaijan’s application for full membership in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), according to Azerbaijani broadcaster AnewZ. The report noted that while China continues to support Azerbaijan’s bid, India’s decision is linked to Azerbaijan’s support for Pakistan during Operation Sindoor, India’s military response to terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir following...
New Delhi: Sources indicated on Wednesday that Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is expected to visit India this month. As per the sources, the Chinese Foreign Minister is anticipated to participate in SR (Special Representative)-level discussions. National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval will act as India’s special representative. In recent months, India and China have...
Washington: US President Donald Trump has suggested that China might encounter secondary sanctions or increased tariffs for purchasing Russian oil. On Wednesday (local time), the US President imposed an additional 25% tariff on India specifically related to its acquisition of Russian oil. At a press conference at the White House, the US President was questioned...
China has implemented containment measures similar to those used during Covid to address a rising chikungunya outbreak, with over 7,000 cases reported across the country since July, according to various reports. In Foshan — the city most affected — officials have required that infected individuals remain hospitalized. Patients are kept under mosquito nets and can...
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Chinese Vice President Han Zheng in Beijing on Monday, marking a significant diplomatic engagement amid signs of gradual improvement in India-China relations. This is Jaishankar’s first visit to China in five years. During their meeting, Jaishankar conveyed India’s support for China’s presidency of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) and...
In its initial official response to the announcement regarding the Dalai Lama’s succession plan, India stated on Friday that New Delhi “does not take any position or comment on issues related to beliefs and practices of faith and religion. ” The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) issued a statement affirming that the Government of India...