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Ripple effect of India’s UPI

India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has revolutionized the financial landscape, not just within its borders but also as a beacon of innovation for other nations. The recent move by the Maldives to introduce UPI, as highlighted during External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s visit, underscores the transformative potential of this digital payment system.   UPI, developed […]

Jaishankar slams unilateral initiatives at SCO, calls for genuine cooperation

Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar stated that cooperation must be based on mutual respect and sovereignty, not unilateral agendas.

Bangladesh turmoil: Yunus to meet BNP leaders; India evacuates all non-essential staff

The meeting marks the first formal engagement between the interim government and the BNP since the formation of the interim administration.

49 dead including 42 Indians killed in Kuwait fire

49 individuals including 42 Indians have lost their lives in the Al-Mangaf building incident in Kuwait. Media reports that the remaining ones are Pakistani, Filipino, Egyptian and Nepali nationals.

Israeli airstrikes in Rafah spark outrage, controversy

Israeli airstrikes in Gaza's Rafah have led to the deaths of at least 45 Palestinians, including many children, drawing condemnation from various countries and human rights groups. The strikes targeted the Tal as-Sultan area, designated as a "safe zone," but resulted in widespread civilian casualties. The attack occurred despite international concerns over civilian safety and left several tents ablaze, causing further casualties.

Fourth suspect arrested in Nijjar murder

Canadian authorities have arrested a fourth Indian national in connection with the murder of Khalistan separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Amandeep Singh, 22, was charged with first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder, making his first court appearance on May 11. This arrest follows the earlier detention of three other Indian nationals—Karan Brar, Kamalpreet Singh, both 22, and Karanpreet Singh, 28—who were arrested on May 3 in Edmonton.

Jaishankar defends India’s security interests in Pannun case

External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar has responded to recent comments made by US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, regarding the alleged assassination plot targeting Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun.

MP Priyanka Chaturvedi questions MEA on Katchatheevu Island ownership

Member of Parliament Priyanka Chaturvedi has spotlighted a glaring disparity in the Ministry of External Affairs' responses to RTI queries regarding the ownership of Katchatheevu Island. Her remarks have triggered a wave of controversy, casting doubts on the consistency of India's position on the matter.

Jaishankar holds crucial talks with Iranian counterpart on Chabahar, Red Sea crisis

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, engaged in substantive discussions with his Iranian counterpart, Hossein Amirabdollahian, during his two-day visit to Iran. The talks centred on pivotal issues, including the Chabahar Port Project, the Red Sea crisis, and India's stance on international affairs.

Who is Nikhil Gupta, man accused in attempted assassination of Khalistan terrorist

US federal prosecutors have filed charges against Nikhil Gupta, an Indian citizen, accusing him of collaborating with an Indian government official to plot the assassination of Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. Pannun, identified as a Khalistani terrorist with dual American and Canadian citizenship, is the alleged target of the conspiracy intended to take place on US territory. […]