Vietnam and Russia have signed an agreement to develop a nuclear power plant in Vietnam, marking a significant step in their bilateral energy cooperation. The deal is expected to support Vietnam’s growing energy needs and reduce its reliance on fossil fuels. Under the agreement, Russia will assist in the construction and development of nuclear energy infrastructure, bringing its expertise in the sector. The project aims to enhance Vietnam’s energy security and provide a stable source of electricity. Officials from both countries highlighted the importance of the partnership in stren
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reached a historic milestone in Indian politics, becoming the longest-serving head of an elected government in the country. He has surpassed Pawan Kumar Chamling by completing 8,931 days in office, combining his tenure as Gujarat Chief Minister and Prime Minister, marking 25 years in continuous leadership. This achievement reflects sustained public trust and political longevity. Over the years, Modi has set multiple records, including being Gujarat’s longest-serving Chief Minister and the Prime Minister with the longest prior experience as a CM. He is als
Indonesia has confirmed an agreement with India to acquire the BrahMos anti-ship cruise missile system as part of efforts to modernise its defence capabilities and strengthen coastal security. The announcement was made on 9 March by Indonesia’s Ministry of Defence. MoD spokesperson Rico Ricardo Sirait said the procurement forms part of Jakarta’s broader push to upgrade its weapons systems and enhance coastal defence. Details of the deal, including the exact number of missiles and contract value, were not disclosed, though reports suggest it could be worth between US$300 million and US$
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Monday called for making India’s Intellectual Property (IP) approval system among the top five globally in terms of speed, transparency, and efficiency. Addressing the National IP Awards and IP Conference in New Delhi, the minister emphasised that faster processing of applications related to trademarks, patents, copyrights, designs, and Geographical Indications would strengthen India’s innovation ecosystem and help innovators bring ideas to market quickly. Goyal congratulated the award winners and said the honours recognise the co
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, 9th March, 2026, congratulated Rabi Lamichhane and Balendra Shah, leaders of Nepal’s Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), on their electoral victory and the formation of a new government in Nepal. During a phone conversation, the Prime Minister conveyed India’s readiness to work closely with the incoming leadership to strengthen bilateral ties and promote mutual prosperity and development. In a post on X, Modi congratulated both leaders on their individual electoral victories as well as the RSP’s strong performance in the elections. He also ex
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated two new corridors of the Delhi Metro, including the country’s first fully operational ‘Ring Metro’, significantly expanding connectivity across the national capital. The 12.3-km Majlis Park–Maujpur-Babarpur stretch forms part of the Pink Line and includes eight elevated stations. With the addition of this corridor, the Pink Line now spans about 71.56 km, completing India’s first circular metro corridor, which allows trains to run around the city in a loop. The stations on the route include Majlis Park, Burari, Jharoda Majra, Jaga
Amid rising tensions in the South China Sea, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Vietnam are strengthening maritime security cooperation to safeguard regional stability and uphold international law. The three Southeast Asian nations are pursuing a flexible framework that reinforces Association of Southeast Asian Nations-led regionalism while allowing each country to maintain strategic autonomy. A growing web of bilateral arrangements has become the foundation of the emerging trilateral cooperation, particularly through operational coordination between coast guards. Analysts note that practical
President of Finland Alexander Stubb arrived in New Delhi on a state visit to India and was received at the airport by Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh. He was accorded a ceremonial welcome and a Guard of Honour upon his arrival in the national capital. President Stubb is visiting India from March 4 to March 7 at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries and expand cooperation in areas such as trade and other sectors of mutual interest. In a post on the social media platform X, Pre
Clad in an olive-green flying suit and helmet, President Droupadi Murmu undertook a 25-minute sortie as co-pilot in the indigenous Light Combat Helicopter ‘Prachand’ near the India-Pakistan border in Jaisalmer district on Friday. The helicopter took off from the Indian Air Force station in Jaisalmer after a briefing by the captain, with the President waving from the cockpit before departure. Flying over the Pokharan firing range ahead of the ‘Vayu Shakti’ firepower demonstration, Murmu delivered a message to the nation from the cockpit, describing Prachand as a powerful symbol of s
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday joined a select group of global leaders to have received top state honours from both Israel and Palestine, underscoring India’s balanced engagement in West Asia. During his two-day state visit to Israel, his second since 2017, PM Modi became the first Indian Prime Minister to address the Knesset. He was welcomed by lawmakers with chants and applause. Following his address, he was conferred the “Speaker of the Knesset Medal,” the highest parliamentary honour, by Speaker Amir Ohana, in recognition of his personal leadership in strengtheni