United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his official visit to India, with energy cooperation emerging as one of the central themes of discussions. Rubio’s visit comes at a time when both countries are seeking to deepen strategic ties amid global geopolitical tensions, particularly concerns surrounding energy security and regional stability. During meetings in New Delhi, the two sides discussed trade, maritime security, the Indo-Pacific strategy, and the ongoing instability linked to the Iran conflict, which has affected global oil supplies and
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent five-nation diplomatic tour has resulted in investment commitments and expansion proposals worth nearly $40 billion for India, according to reports. The visit, which covered countries including the UAE, Sweden, Norway, Italy and the Netherlands, focused heavily on attracting investments, strengthening strategic partnerships and boosting India’s global economic engagement. During the tour, Modi held discussions with executives and representatives of more than 50 multinational companies across sectors such as semiconductors, defence, infrastructure,
India and South Korea signed multiple agreements aimed at expanding cooperation in defence, cybersecurity, military training, and United Nations peacekeeping operations during high-level talks between the two countries. The agreements were signed during Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s visit to Seoul, where he held discussions with South Korean Defence Minister Ahn Gyu-Back. The agreements include cooperation in cybersecurity, defence information sharing, institutional training exchanges, and collaboration between India’s National Defence College and South Korea’s National Defence Un
India and Italy have announced that 2027 will be celebrated as the “Year of Culture and Tourism” as both nations seek to deepen people-to-people ties and strengthen engagement between two ancient civilisations. The announcement followed high-level discussions between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni during bilateral talks focused on expanding cooperation across culture, trade, tourism, and strategic sectors. The initiative aims to encourage cultural exchanges, tourism promotion, academic collaborations, exhibitions, and greater interaction between
Defence Minister Shri Rajnath Singh held bilateral talks with Vietnamese Defence Minister Phan Van Giang in Hanoi as India and Vietnam explored ways to further strengthen defence and strategic cooperation. The meeting focused on maritime security, military training, defence production, and regional stability in the Indo-Pacific region. Both leaders reviewed ongoing defence engagements and discussed expanding cooperation in areas such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and capacity building. India and Vietnam also reiterated their commitment to maintaining a free, open, and rules-ba
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred Norway’s highest civilian honour, the Grand Cross of the Royal Norwegian Order of Merit, during his visit to Oslo. The honour marks the 32nd international award, received by Modi from a foreign nation, recognising his contribution to strengthening India’s global partnerships and diplomatic outreach. The award was presented in acknowledgement of efforts to deepen bilateral relations between India and Norway, particularly in areas such as renewable energy, climate cooperation, maritime partnership and economic collaboration. Norwegian officials
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated V. D. Satheesan after he took the oath as the Chief Minister of Kerala, extending his best wishes for the new tenure and assuring full support from the Centre. Satheesan was sworn in at a ceremony held in Thiruvananthapuram, marking the return of the Congress-led United Democratic Front government in the state after the Assembly elections. In a message posted on social media, the prime minister said that the central government would provide all possible assistance to the newly formed Kerala government in fulfilling the aspirations of the people. T
India and the Netherlands have elevated their bilateral relationship to a strategic partnership following talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten in The Hague. The two leaders adopted a comprehensive roadmap for 2026–2030 that outlines deeper cooperation in defence, semiconductors, renewable energy, trade, mobility, and emerging technologies. The agreement is aimed at strengthening political dialogue and expanding collaboration in sectors of strategic importance. Officials confirmed that the two nations signed multiple agreements covering innovation
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi arrived in the Netherlands as part of his ongoing five-nation diplomatic tour aimed at strengthening India’s strategic and economic partnerships across Europe and West Asia. During the visit, Mr Modi is expected to hold bilateral talks with Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof and meet King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima in The Hague. According to official statements, discussions between the two countries are expected to focus on trade, investment, semiconductors, clean energy, water management, agriculture, defence and emerging technologies.
Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the United Arab Emirates, UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation Reem Al Hashimy described the Indian leader as a “true treasure” for the people and leadership of the Emirates. The remarks reflected the growing warmth in relations between India and the UAE, which have expanded significantly in areas such as trade, energy, investment, technology and defence cooperation. PM Modi’s visit on May 15 is expected to include talks with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on deepening strategic cooperation. Reports s