Rezaul H Laskar is the Foreign Affairs Editor at Hindustan Times. His interests include movies and music.
Articles by Rezaul H Laskar
India to amend Emigration Act to meet demands of global workplace: S Jaishankar
The Emigration Act was “designed to address demands of a particular geography in a certain era” but “times have changed and our vistas have expanded”, he said.
Published on May 06, 2025 01:27 PM IST
‘Military confrontation could spin out of control’: UN Secy-Gen warns India, Pakistan
Guterres offered to mediate between Indian and Pakistani govts and said the United Nations will support any initiative that promotes de-escalation and diplomacy
Published on May 05, 2025 10:29 PM IST
India protests ‘unacceptable imagery’ at Khalsa Day parade in Toronto
The development comes at a time when former PM Trudeau’s exit and his successor Mark Carney’s victory raised hopes for an improvement in bilateral relations
Updated on May 05, 2025 09:54 PM IST
Pak test fires surface-to-surface missile, 2nd in 3 days amid tension with India
The Fatah missile has a shorter reach than the Abdali ballistic missile, with a range of 450 km, that was tested on Saturday.
Published on May 05, 2025 09:04 PM IST
Putin vows 'full support' to India in fight against terror in call with Modi
During the call, the Russian President also emphasised that those behind the attack and their supporters must be brought to justice.
Updated on May 05, 2025 04:08 PM IST
India looks for partners, not preachers: Jaishankar on expectations from Europe
External affairs minister S Jaishankar criticised attempts by the West to find a solution to the Russia-Ukraine conflict without involving Moscow
Published on May 04, 2025 07:53 PM IST
Amid tensions, Pak tests ballistic missile
Pakistan conducted the launch of the missile, with a range of 450 km, hours after Indian authorities said that Islamabad’s plan to test a ballistic missile was a “reckless act of provocation”.
Published on May 04, 2025 07:56 AM IST
Jaishankar, Lavrov discuss Pahalgam terror attack
The two leaders also spoke about issues related to India-Russia cooperation and the schedule of upcoming bilateral contacts at the highest levels
Updated on May 03, 2025 11:58 PM IST
India committed to firm, decisive action against terrorists and backers: PM Modi
PM Modi, who made the remarks at a media interaction with visiting Angolan President João Lourenço, described terrorism as the “biggest threat to humanity”
Updated on May 03, 2025 02:51 PM IST
Pakistan conducts test of ballistic missile with range of 450 km
Hours before the test, HT reported India perceived Pak’s planned missile test as a “reckless provocation” and a “dangerous escalation” of its hostile campaign
Updated on May 03, 2025 07:23 PM IST
India looks to undercut Pakistan on world stage
India is working to counter Pakistan's narrative on terrorism at the UN and IMF, seeking global support after a deadly attack in Pahalgam.
Updated on May 03, 2025 04:43 AM IST
Rezaul H Laskar, New Delhi
Pakistan preparations for ballistic missile test ‘reckless act of provocation’
The planned missile test, under such “volatile conditions”, is nothing short of a “blatant provocation” and a “desperate attempt to whip up tensions with India”
Published on May 02, 2025 11:46 PM IST
Nepali student’s death at KIIT being thoroughly investigated by cops: India
Bhubaneswar-Cuttack police commissioner Suresh Dev Datta Singh said the student’s death was being treated as an unnatural death
Updated on May 02, 2025 05:21 PM IST
Want attackers brought to justice, India tells US
India condemned the Pahalgam terror attack, highlighting Pakistan's role in terrorism and seeking US support for a strong response amid rising tensions.
Published on May 02, 2025 06:50 AM IST
Rezaul H Laskar, Srinagar/new Delhi
Iran foreign minister Araghchi to visit India May 7-8
Seyed Abbas Araghchi is set to co-chair a meeting of the bilateral joint commission with external affairs minister S Jaishankar while in India
Published on May 01, 2025 07:58 PM IST
‘De-escalate tensions’: US secretary of state Marco Rubio dials Indian, Pakistani leaders
EAM Jaishankar told Rubio that the perpetrators, backers and planners of the Pahalgam terror attack “must be brought to justice”.
Published on May 01, 2025 11:00 AM IST
Pahalgam attack: EAM dials counterparts from 7 non-permanent members of UNSC
External affairs minister S Jaishankar also received a call from UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.
Published on Apr 30, 2025 11:41 AM IST
As Canada’s Mark Carney wins, Modi’s quick message signals a new chapter in ties
A possible opportunity for the reset would be an invitation for Modi to attend the outreach sessions of the G7 Summit to be hosted by Canada in June
Updated on Apr 29, 2025 06:39 PM IST
Restoration of Nepal’s monarchy won’t benefit India, says visiting ex-Nepal PM
Bhattarai, who served as Nepal PM in 2011-2013, said the political crisis precipitated by the pro-monarchy protests was an opportunity to “take society forward”
Updated on Apr 28, 2025 10:16 PM IST
Indian diplomat meets Taliban foreign minister days after Pahalgam attack
Amir Khan Muttaqi emphasised the development of diplomatic, economic relations and invited Indian investors to take advantage of good investment opportunities
Updated on Apr 28, 2025 02:22 PM IST
‘Sustainability’ still looms over India-EU trade talks
Significant achievements have been made on core chapters related to market access, hence sector-specific discussions have been initiated
Published on Apr 28, 2025 06:22 AM IST
Rajeev JayaswalRezaul H Laskar, New Delhi
China vows support to Pakistan, calls for restraint after Pahalgam terror attack
During a phone call with his Pakistani counterpart Ishaq Dar, Chinese foreign minister said China is closely following developments after the Pahalgam attack.
Updated on Apr 28, 2025 10:34 AM IST
Pak PM says he's ready for probe, warns India of full force response
Pakistan PM’s remarks came amid speculation about further measures by India over the ‘cross-border linkages’ to the Pahalgam terror attack
Updated on Apr 27, 2025 02:15 AM IST
India-China: Kailash Mansarovar Yatra to be held between June–August
Kailash Mansarovar Yatra to Tibet resumes in 2025 after a 5-year gap, marking a step toward normalising ties with China post the Ladakh LAC military standoff
Updated on Apr 26, 2025 07:18 PM IST
Iran offers to mediate in India-Pak relations
The moves came amid speculation within diplomatic circles in New Delhi about back-channel mediation by countries that have close ties with India and Pakistan
Published on Apr 26, 2025 07:50 AM IST
Rezaul H Laskar, New Delhi
Working on plans to halt flow of water to Pak, says minister
India's government plans to prevent water flow from cross-border rivers to Pakistan, suspending the Indus Waters Treaty after a deadly terror attack.
Published on Apr 26, 2025 06:36 AM IST
India-Pak bilateral pacts under lens as Pahalgam attack puts strain on ties
Pakistan's threat to suspend key treaties with India, including the Simla Agreement, raises concerns over military and diplomatic relations.
Updated on Apr 26, 2025 04:47 AM IST
Rezaul H Laskar, New Delhi
Saudi minister dials Delhi and Islamabad, Iran offers to mediate amid tension
The moves came amid speculation within diplomatic circles in New Delhi about back-channel mediation by countries that have close ties with India and Pakistan
Updated on Apr 26, 2025 04:26 AM IST
India continues diplomatic offensive on Pahalgam attack’s cross-border linkages
Diplomats of 45 countries briefed about various aspects of the terror attack on April 22, claimed by The Resistance Front, a proxy for Pakistan-based LeT
Published on Apr 25, 2025 09:36 PM IST
Pakistan closes airspace, threatens to end Simla Pact amid strained ties
Most of the steps unveiled by Pakistan were tit-for-tat reactions to measures announced by India on Wednesday.
Published on Apr 25, 2025 08:14 AM IST
Rezaul H Laskar, New Delhi