Modi leaves for Russia
Madrid, May 31 (IANS) Concluding his engagements in Spain, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday left here for Russia on the third leg of his six-day, four-nation tour of Europe. “PM @narendramodi winds up a…
Diplomacy
India, Spain commit cooperation in combating terrorism
Madrid, May 31 (IANS) India and Spain on Wednesday committed to cooperate in the fight against terrorism calling it the gravest threat to international peace and stability. A joint statement issued following a meeting here…
Japanese princess departs for Bhutan on nine-day visit
Tokyo, May 31 (IANS) The eldest granddaughter of Emperor Akihito of Japan, Princess Mako, left for Bhutan on Wednesday on a nine-day visit. The 25-year-old princess, the eldest daughter of Prince Akishino, second son of…
Modi interacts with Spanish CEOs
Madrid, May 31 (IANS) In a bid to boost India-Spain business and investment ties, Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with CEOs of leading Spanish companies here on Wednesday. “PM @narendramodi interacts with CEOs of leading…
Don’t block Chinese electric car firms, India urged
Beijing, May 31 (IANS) Saying China can help New Delhi electrify all vehicles by 2032, a Chinese journalist on Wednesday said it will be in the Indian people’s interests if Chinese firms set up plants…
Modi calls on Spanish King
Madrid, May 31 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi called on Spanish King Felipe VI at the royal palace here on Wednesday. “A royal greeting! PM @narendramodi calls on His Majesty King Felipe VI of Spain…
India condemns Kabul attack, offers support
New Delhi, May 31 (IANS) India on Wednesday denounced the terror attack in Kabul that claimed 80 lives, saying it “reflects the diabolical nature of the perpetrators and its supporters”, and offered all help to…
China ‘happy’ about India rejecting Australia’s proposal for naval drill
By Gaurav Sharma Beijing, May 31 (IANS) China on Wednesday said it was “happy” to know that India has refused Australia’s offer to join upcoming naval exercises with Japan and the US, a move that…
Business as usual between India, Pakistan on LoC: Officials
Jammu, May 31 (IANS) Despite heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, it was business as usual on Wednesday between India and Pakistan through the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district. Trade…
80 killed, hundreds wounded in horrific Kabul bombing
Kabul, May 31 (IANS) A water tanker loaded with explosives blew up amid a deafening roar in the diplomatic zone here on Wednesday, killing at least 80 people, wounding around 350 including staff of some…
India, Spain sign 7 agreements
Madrid, May 31 (IANS) India and Spain on Wednesday signed seven agreements, including on cooperation in cyber security and renewable energy, following talks here between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Spanish counterpart Mariano Rajoy….
Germany condemns Kabul bombing
Berlin, May 31 (IANS) Germany on Wednesday denounced the horrific suicide bombing near its embassy in Kabul that killed dozens of people including an Afghan security officer employed in the mission. Foreign Minister Sigmar Gabriel…
Terrorism biggest challenge for world: Modi
Madrid, May 31 (IANS) Ahead of talks with his Spanish counterpart Mariano Rajoy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday that terrorism posed the biggest challenge to the world and fighting it was a key…
Tripura University to attract more foreign students
Agartala, May 31 (IANS) Tripura University will step up efforts to admit more foreign students. “A large number of students in Bangladesh are keen to study in Tripura University. We will go for a larger…
Tillerson, Mattis to visit Australia for bilateral talks
Canberra, May 31 (IANS) US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and Defence Secretary James Mattis will visit Australia on June 5-6 to participate in the 2017 Australia-US Ministerial Consultations. Australian Foreign Minister Julie Bishop announced…
India to take ties with Spain to new level: Modi
Madrid, May 31 (IANS) Ahead of talks with his Spanish counterpart Mariano Rajoy here, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said India was committed to take ties with Spain to “a new level”. Addressing the…
80 killed, hundreds wounded in Kabul suicide attack
Kabul, May 31 (IANS) A water tanker loaded with explosives blew up amid a deafening roar near the German Embassy here on Wednesday, killing at least 80 people, wounding around 350 and causing widespread destruction,…
Modi condemns blast, says India stands with Afghanistan
Madrid, May 31 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday condemned a terror attack in Kabul which killed at least 20 persons and injured nearly 300 and said India stands with Afghanistan in combating “all…
Modi condemns Kabul blast, says India stands with Afghanistan
New Delhi, May 31 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday strongly condemned a terror attack in Kabul in which at least 20 persons were killed and nearly 300 injured, and said India stands with…
Pakistan to appoint ad hoc judge at ICJ for Jadhav hearing
Islamabad, May 31 (IANS) Pakistan has decided to appoint its ad hoc judge at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) for the next hearing on a plea filed by India against the sentencing of alleged…