Rezaul H Laskar is the Foreign Affairs Editor at Hindustan Times. His interests include movies and music.
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US trade representative to arrive in India on Tuesday for trade discussions
A team led by Lynch, who is responsible for South and Central Asia, will be in India from March 25-29 for meetings with Indian interlocutors, the US embassy spokesperson said on Monday
Published on Mar 24, 2025 03:07 PM IST
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Negotiating trade deal, says MEA as Trump’s tariff deadline nears
The response from the external affairs ministry came two days after Trump said he planned to go ahead with reciprocal tariffs on India next month
Published on Mar 22, 2025 07:32 AM IST
As Trump repeats threat, India hopes ‘some sort of understanding’ on trade talks
When Jaiswal was pressed whether India expects some concessions from the US, he said: “We will have to wait for these talks to come to a closure.”
Updated on Mar 21, 2025 09:27 PM IST
Indian students in US must comply with local laws: says MEA on Trump crackdown
A US district court judge has blocked the deportation of Indian national Badar Khan Suri following his arrest and the threat of his expulsion
Published on Mar 21, 2025 08:15 PM IST
India hopes to rebuild ties with Canada based on mutual trust, sensitivity: MEA
The external affairs ministry blamed the downturn in bilateral ties to the “licence that was given to extremist and secessionist elements” in Canada.
Updated on Mar 21, 2025 08:00 PM IST
Formal Modi-Yunus meet unlikely at Bimstec summit
PM Modi and Bangladesh's Yunus may meet at the Bimstec Summit, but tensions make a formal meeting unlikely despite a request from Dhaka.
Updated on Mar 21, 2025 05:45 AM IST
Rezaul H Laskar, New Delhi
India, Canada resume talks to reset relations
Discussions between the two sides through diplomatic and security channels resumed around December,
Updated on Mar 20, 2025 07:01 AM IST
Concerned at situation in Gaza, says India after Israel resumes bombardment
Israel has claimed the strikes on Gaza were ordered because of a lack of progress in negotiations to extend the ceasefire, which lasted just under two months
Published on Mar 19, 2025 06:36 PM IST
Raisina Dialogue: S Jaishankar expresses concern over weaponisation of trade
The EAM made no direct reference to US President Donald Trump’s threat to use tariffs against a range of partners.
Updated on Mar 19, 2025 05:20 PM IST
‘Rules of existing world order not applied equally’: EAM on Kashmir at Raisina Dialogue
Jaishankar brought up the Kashmir issue while speaking to the unequal application of rules of the world order that has existed since the end of World War II.
Published on Mar 18, 2025 02:36 PM IST
Trump’s focus on ‘America first’ isn’t about isolationism: Tulsi Gabbard
Gabbard didn’t refer to Trump’s threat of imposing reciprocal tariffs from April 2 or to New Delhi’s specific security concerns while speaking at the Raisina Dialogue
Published on Mar 18, 2025 12:26 PM IST
Philippines pitches nickel supplies to India as part of export diversification
The Philippines accounts for 11% of the global production of nickel and was the world’s second-largest producer of the commodity in 2023.
Updated on Mar 18, 2025 08:49 AM IST
In Indo-Pacific, ‘might makes right’ approach is unacceptable: New Zealand PM
PM Luxon said India plays such a central role globally and New Zealand backs New Delhi’s bid for a permanent seat in a reformed UN Security Council
Updated on Mar 17, 2025 09:58 PM IST
China welcomes PM Modi’s comments, says Beijing ready to rebuild ties
PM Modi said in a podcast that differences between neighbours such as India and China are natural, but these shouldn’t turn into disputes
Published on Mar 17, 2025 07:04 PM IST
India, New Zealand firm up agreement to bolster defence cooperation
The two countries announced the formal launch of negotiations on a free trade agreement and a pact for mobility of professionals and skilled workers, and unveiled a range of measures to enhance two-way trade
Published on Mar 17, 2025 06:48 PM IST
Deputy NSA of Taiwan set to participate in global summit
Hsu, deputy secretary-general of Taiwan’s National Security Council and advisor at Taiwan Foundation for Democracy, will be part of a panel discussion
Published on Mar 17, 2025 02:48 PM IST
India hosts three-day Quad workshop on pandemic preparedness
The event is part of India’s presidency of the Quad grouping, which includes the US, Japan and Australia, and is an outcome of the Quad Leaders’ Summit held last September.
Published on Mar 17, 2025 12:41 PM IST
India, Mauritius ink slew of pacts, upgrade def ties
India and Mauritius enhance strategic partnership, finalising eight agreements on trade, maritime security, and defense, with a focus on regional cooperation.
Published on Mar 13, 2025 05:55 AM IST
Rezaul H Laskar, New Delhi
India, Mauritius ink pacts on trade and security, Modi unveils MAHASAGAR vision
PM Modi, who unveiled India’s SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) vision during a visit to Mauritius a decade ago, announced the vision MAHASAGAR for India’s engagement with the Global South
Published on Mar 12, 2025 06:51 PM IST
No date confirmed for possible India visit by US Vice President JD Vance
Politico reported on Tuesday, citing its sources, that Vance would travel to India with his wife Usha Vance later in March
Updated on Mar 12, 2025 11:32 AM IST
549 Indians rescued from cyber scam centres in Myanmar
The Indian nationals, from states such as Andhra, Telangana, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Punjab and UP, had all been lured to either Thailand or Myanmar with false promises of jobs in the IT sector
Published on Mar 12, 2025 10:19 AM IST
US Intel chief to visit India next week for security conference
Senior security officials from Australia, New Zealand and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are also expected to attend the security conclave
Published on Mar 12, 2025 07:26 AM IST
Rezaul H Laskar, New Delhi
US’ Tulsi Gabbard, Canada’s CSIS chief in India next week for security conclave
The conclave of intelligence czars, initiated by NSA Ajit Doval, is seen as a useful platform for exchange of views on pressing global security concerns
Published on Mar 11, 2025 07:55 PM IST
Vanuatu set to cancel Lalit Modi’s passport
Lalit Modi's Vanuatu passport will be cancelled after India's request, making him an illegal alien in the UK amid ongoing investigations against him.
Published on Mar 11, 2025 07:02 AM IST
Trade, Indo-Pacific security in focus for New Zealand PM’s visit to India
PM Luxon doubled down on his promise to secure a trade deal with India, telling a news conference on Monday that his government has a plan to deepen trade ties
Updated on Mar 10, 2025 09:00 PM IST
Visit to Mauritius, a key partner in Indian Ocean, will open new chapter: Modi
PM Modi will also meet dignitaries and leaders of political parties, and interact with members of the Indian-origin community, who make up 70% of the population of Mauritius
Updated on Mar 10, 2025 08:37 PM IST
Vanuatu PM orders Lalit Modi passport cancellation on India’s request
The move will potentially make Lalit Modi an illegal alien in the UK
Published on Mar 10, 2025 12:01 PM IST
India inaugurates consulates in Belfast, Manchester to boost ties with UK
Inaugurated the UK consulates, India’s external affairs minister S Jaishankar said “the missions will help deepen trade and people-to-people ties between the two countries”
Updated on Mar 09, 2025 12:52 PM IST
India, US have trade interests and sensitivities, details too early to discuss
The reaction from the Indian side came after Trump again claimed that India charges “massive tariffs” and it was “restrictive” to do business with New Delhi
Updated on Mar 08, 2025 11:21 PM IST
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As Dhaka releases violent extremists, India renews call to protect minorities
Student leaders who were part of Yunus’s government resigned and set up the National Citizens Party, dramatically altering Bangladesh’s political landscape
Published on Mar 07, 2025 11:11 PM IST