Breaking News Highlights: India, Canada make positive progress in third round of CEPA talks, target 2026 conclusion
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Breaking News Highlights: India and Canada concluded the third round of negotiations for the India–Canada Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) in Ottawa from July 6 to 10. According to the Department of Commerce, the discussions made positive progress across multiple negotiating tracks, reaffirming both countries' commitment to concluding the agreement in 2026, in line with the vision of their leaders.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney participates in a meeting with the India-Canada CEO Forum in New Delhi, India on Monday, March 2, 2026.
Breaking News Highlights: India and Canada concluded the third round of negotiations for the India–Canada Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) in Ottawa from July 6 to 10. According to the Department of Commerce, the discussions made positive progress across multiple negotiating tracks, reaffirming both countries' commitment to concluding the agreement in 2026, in line with the vision of their leaders.
Meanwhile, veteran playback singer S Janaki, fondly known as the "Nightingale of South India," passed away at the age of 88 on Saturday. Renowned for her illustrious career spanning several decades, she was one of India's most celebrated voices, recording thousands of songs across multiple languages and leaving an enduring legacy in Indian music.
In other news, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the boat accident involving Indian nationals near Phu Quoc, Vietnam, offering his condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and praying for the speedy recovery of the injured. He said the Indian Embassy and Consulate are providing all possible assistance to those affected and are in close contact with the Vietnamese authorities.
15 Indian tourists have died after a speedboat capsized in southern Vietnam, authorities said, as reported by AP. Boat carrying several Indian tourists capsized near Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam, according to the Indian Embassy.
Meanwhile, veteran playback singer S Janaki, fondly known as the "Nightingale of South India," passed away at the age of 88 on Saturday. Renowned for her illustrious career spanning several decades, she was one of India's most celebrated voices, recording thousands of songs across multiple languages and leaving an enduring legacy in Indian music.
In other news, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the boat accident involving Indian nationals near Phu Quoc, Vietnam, offering his condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and praying for the speedy recovery of the injured. He said the Indian Embassy and Consulate are providing all possible assistance to those affected and are in close contact with the Vietnamese authorities.
15 Indian tourists have died after a speedboat capsized in southern Vietnam, authorities said, as reported by AP. Boat carrying several Indian tourists capsized near Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam, according to the Indian Embassy.
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15 Indian tourists have died after a speedboat capsized in Vietnam
Authorities in southern Vietnam say 15 Indian tourists have died after their speedboat capsized.
The boat was carrying 32 Indian tourists and four crew members when it capsized near Hon May Rut Ngoai Island off Vietnam’s Phu Quoc, the authorities said, as reported by AP.
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The boat was carrying 32 Indian tourists and four crew members when it capsized near Hon May Rut Ngoai Island off Vietnam’s Phu Quoc, the authorities said, as reported by AP.
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"Exact details of the incident are being ascertained as search and rescue operations by local authorities are ongoing. In order to provide information and assistance to affected families, a Control Room at the Consulate General of India in Ho Chi Minh City has been setup which can be reached at the following:
"Exact details of the incident are being ascertained as search and rescue operations by local authorities are ongoing. In order to provide information and assistance to affected families, a Control Room at the Consulate General of India in Ho Chi Minh City has been setup which can be reached at the following:
- +84 36 281 7930
- +84 91 552 37 14
- +84 33 452 0414
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