Russian President Vladimir Putin hosts ASEAN leaders amid G7 pressure on Ukraine warPresident Vladimir Putin hosts a summit of Southeast Asian leaders in the central Russian city of Kazan from Wednesday, as the West pressur...
17 Jun, 2026, 09.54 AM IST
Iran war is a 'wake-up call' for Southeast Asia's energy sector, report saysA war in Iran has highlighted significant energy risks for Southeast Asia. The region faces a potential tripling of its energy import bill ...
16 Jun, 2026, 03.13 PM IST
India advocates for rules-based order, diplomacy at ASEAN Regional Forum to tackle geopolitical challengesIndia highlighted the importance of the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) and backed dialogue to tackle geopolitical challenges at a senior offici...
10 Jun, 2026, 02.58 PM IST
India, US trade pact can be finalised after conclusion of Sec 301 investigations: OfficialIndia and the US are nearing the completion of their interim trade agreement's first phase. This crucial step hinges on the conclusion of A...
08 Jun, 2026, 06.43 PM IST
13 nations, 400 personnel take part in Exercise PRAGATI 2026 in MeghalayaMultilateral Exercise PRAGATI 2026 concluded successfully in Meghalaya. Over 400 military personnel from 13 nations participated. The exerc...
30 May, 2026, 09.04 PM IST
Vietnam BrahMos deal already signed, Indonesia pact in final stages: Defence Secretary RK SinghIndia's Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh revealed BrahMos missile deals with Vietnam and Indonesia are progressing. Vietnam's deal is r...
30 May, 2026, 07.38 PM IST
Military exercise Pragati concludes in Meghalaya with participation from 13 nationsArmies from 13 nations converged in Meghalaya for the 'Pragati 2026' military exercise. Soldiers trained in counter-insurgency operations a...
30 May, 2026, 12.24 PM IST
Thailand ends visa-free entry for India; cuts stay for 92 other countries. Check full listThailand has revoked its 60-day visa-free entry for Indian travelers, moving India to the Visa on Arrival category. This change, affecting ...
23 May, 2026, 10.59 AM IST
Securing the skies together: IAF Chief AP Singh charts course for 21st-century air power in Sri LankaIndia's Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, visited Sri Lanka. He spoke at the National Defence College on 21st May 2026. The v...
22 May, 2026, 12.14 PM IST
Fishermen are being pushed to the brink by fuel costs in Southeast AsiaRising energy, freight, and supply chain expenses are escalating seafood prices globally. Governments offer aid, but it's stretched thin, i...
22 May, 2026, 11.11 AM IST
Multilateral military exercise PRAGATI 2026 commences in MeghalayaMilitary exercise PRAGATI 2026 has begun in Meghalaya. Twelve friendly nations are participating. The exercise focuses on counter-terrorism...
20 May, 2026, 05.53 PM IST
Joint military exercise of 13 nations begins in Meghalaya, focus on counter-terrorism operationsA significant joint military exercise, PRAGATI 2026, has commenced in Meghalaya. Defence personnel from 13 nations are participating. The e...
20 May, 2026, 01.12 PM IST
Price shocks from the Iran war power solar sales in energy-hungry AsiaIran war news: Soaring fuel prices due to the Iran war are pushing consumers in Asia towards rooftop solar power. In the Philippines, insta...
13 May, 2026, 11.43 AM IST
Alarmed ASEAN leaders discuss crisis plan to mitigate backlash from Middle East warASEAN leaders convened in Cebu, Philippines, to tackle the Iran war's economic fallout. They are developing contingency plans for stable fu...
08 May, 2026, 10.38 AM IST
Asia finance leaders say they are ready to act to stem volatility risksFinance leaders from China, Japan, South Korea, and ASEAN nations met in Samarkand. They pledged to watch for excessive financial market vo...
03 May, 2026, 07.24 PM IST
RCEP trade ministers to meet next month: Nirmala SitharamanThere is going to be a ministerial meeting early November in the Philippines, Commerce and Industry Minister Nirmala Sitharaman told report...
26 Oct, 2016, 12.55 PM IST
ASEAN needs to look at challenge posed by terrorism: VK SinghHolding peace as an imperative for any business or commerce to function, Singh said the menace of terrorism was a "challenge" that ASEAN ne...
08 Jul, 2016, 03.17 PM IST