India-EU FTA to open new chapter in economic ties, India-Sweden economic exchange must double by 2030: Envoy Petra MenanderMenander said there was a "very strong positive momentum" in India-Sweden ties and that the focus now should be on delivering on the existi...
29 Sep, 2026, 10.38 AM IST
It's not BRICS or the UN, BRICS is supportive of the UN: EAM JaishankarExternal Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said choosing between BRICS and the United Nations is a “false choice”, arguing that BRICS supports ...
26 Sep, 2026, 09.19 PM IST
Jaishankar meets Russia, Iran foreign ministers at UNGA days after Trump signs sanctions lawDuring the UN General Assembly, India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar conferred with officials from Russia and Iran, highlighting...
26 Sep, 2026, 11.28 AM IST
Iran awaits US response on Strait of Hormuz plan after Trump reportedly rejects dealIran awaited a US response to its proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and halt fighting across the Middle East, after the Wall Street J...
26 Sep, 2026, 08.36 AM IST
Gulf nations have found ways to keep oil flowing through the Iran war, but the costs are mountingIran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz initially raised concerns about soaring oil prices impacting the global economy. However, Gulf produ...
24 Sep, 2026, 09.51 AM IST
Why Trump's $24.3 billion F-35 deal with Saudi Arabia is giving sleepless nights to Israel and USTrump administration has approved a possible $24.3 billion sale of F-35 stealth fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, a deal that still needs congr...
21 Sep, 2026, 03.27 PM IST
China presses Iran to help rein in Houthis after Saudi appeal, sources sayChina has privately urged Iran to help control Yemen's Houthis. Saudi Arabia sought Beijing's assistance as Houthi threats grew significant...
17 Sep, 2026, 05.37 PM IST
Ready to fulfil obligations under Makkah defence pact: PakistanPakistan affirmed its commitment to the Makkah defence agreement with Turkiye and Saudi Arabia. The pact ensures collective deterrence agai...
17 Sep, 2026, 05.12 PM IST
US fears F-35's sale to Saudi Arabia may help China to steal stealth technologies, intelligence agencies warnWashington’s proposed transfer of F-35 fighter jets to Riyadh has prompted reported scrutiny within the US intelligence community over the ...
17 Sep, 2026, 01.19 PM IST
Trump says 'hopefully we are towards end' of Iran warUS President Donald Trump said he hoped the war against Iran was nearing an end and reiterated that Tehran “want[s] to make a deal.” Separa...
17 Sep, 2026, 08.43 AM IST
Army Chief Dhiraj Seth in Russia for 3-day visit to boost military cooperationArmy Chief Gen Dhiraj Seth is visiting Russia for three days starting Wednesday. He will discuss military cooperation and training with Rus...
16 Sep, 2026, 12.07 PM IST
Houthis strike Saudi targets anew as talks over Strait of Hormuz stallIran-aligned Houthis launched fresh attacks on Saudi Arabia as their advances along Yemen’s Red Sea coast intensified pressure on Riyadh. G...
15 Sep, 2026, 06.27 AM IST
Trump says Iran wants deal as Gulf talks delayed, Houthis strike Saudi ArabiaIran wants a deal with the United States, President Trump stated on Monday. Gulf Arab states postponed a meeting with Iran as fighting wide...
14 Sep, 2026, 10.54 PM IST
BRICS Summit 2026: S Jaishankar holds talks with Saudi foreign ministerExternal Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Saudi Arabian counterpart Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud. They discussed the West Asia conflic...
13 Sep, 2026, 08.19 PM IST
Saudi crown prince sought US military help from Trump with Houthis, sources saySaudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman asked US President Donald Trump for help countering Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis as threats to Red S...
11 Sep, 2026, 08.46 PM IST
Trump rejects Saudi request for strikes on Houthis: AxiosThe Iran-backed Houthis, who have for years controlled large parts of northern Yemen, launched a large-scale offensive last week against Sa...
11 Sep, 2026, 04.53 PM IST
India, Saudi Arabia deepen fintech ties with three-year pact for investment, startup expansionIn a strategic move, India and Saudi Arabia have agreed on a three-year deal aimed at invigorating their fintech sectors and startup ecosys...
09 Sep, 2026, 04.25 PM IST