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With Min Aung Hlaing at the helm, Myanmar's new administration faces a clear directive: prioritize 'give-and-take' diplomacy with India, especially by broadening the rupee-kyat trading framework....
With President Min Aung Hlaing at the helm, Myanmar stands at a pivotal juncture to elevate ties with India through a transactional spirit, particularly by broadening the rupee-kyat trading...
A transformative infrastructure leap is on the horizon for Northeast India, with Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma celebrating the proposed underground rail tunnel via the Siliguri Corridor....
In a testament to Assam's infrastructure ambitions, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma revealed on Monday that the state government is constructing 13 kilometers of roads per day and five bridges...
New Delhi's infrastructure focus on Assam intensifies with approvals for 10 new road projects and 16 bridges, backed by more than Rs 747 crore. This infusion promises to revolutionize connectivity in...
Northeastern powerhouses Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh are ramping up pressure on New Delhi for bumper central funding to supercharge their infrastructure ahead of the crucial Union Budget. The...
India took a bold step towards youth-led regional integration by successfully hosting the inaugural BIMSTEC Young Professionals Exchange Program in March 2026. Spanning March 9-15, the event was a...
In a bid to fortify India's footprint in the Pacific, Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita sets off on a four-day official visit to Vanuatu and Tuvalu from April 22. The tour,...
In a series of strategic dialogues during his Myanmar visit, Union Minister of State Kirti Vardhan Singh connected with influential think tanks and academic institutions. Discussions spanned the...
As China's aggressive posturing intensifies, India is strategically aligning closer to Taiwan through enhanced ASEAN collaborations. Key developments include a fresh Taipei Economic and Cultural...
In a strategic push to elevate bilateral relations, India and Cambodia held comprehensive talks in New Delhi on Friday. The agenda centered on ramping up trade volumes, attracting investments,...
In a key diplomatic move, India has appointed Puneet Agarwal as its Ambassador to Thailand. The announcement from the Ministry of External Affairs underscores New Delhi's commitment to strengthening...
Elections in Bangladesh unfolded Thursday against a backdrop of allegations of fraud and clashes, drawing intense scrutiny from India. The Election Commission reported 32.88% turnout by noon, based...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's arrival in Kuala Lumpur marked a significant chapter in India-Malaysia relations. Greeted with traditional dances and a high-level delegation led by PM Anwar Ibrahim,...
The port of Belawan in Indonesia buzzed with activity as India's premier naval training flotilla made a landmark port call, reinforcing the strategic partnership between the two maritime powers. This...
Singapore's Changi Naval Base welcomed the Indian Navy's first-ever Training Squadron on January 15, signaling a new chapter in bilateral maritime engagement. The flotilla includes INS Tir, INS...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently met with Bhutan's Fourth King, praising his dedication to strengthening the robust India-Bhutan relationship. The leaders explored avenues to deepen...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Bhutan's Fourth King, expressing strong appreciation for his unwavering commitment to reinforcing the profound bond between India and Bhutan. This high-level...