Diplomatic Relations

As Iran-Israel tensions flare up, New Delhi is confronted with the potential fallout of an all-out war

Concerned over departure of Canadian diplomats from India: US State Department

The U.S. voices concern over Canadian diplomats leaving India, expects New Delhi to adhere to the 1961 Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations.

Afghanistan welcomes India's steps to upgrade diplomatic representation in Kabul

In June, India re-established its diplomatic presence in Kabul by deploying a "technical team" in its embassy in the Afghan capital.

CIA-NSC meet: Americans, facing Chinese heat, reach out to Russia

Patrushev, the National Security Council head from Moscow and Putin's right-hand man, is dealing directly with the world’s strategic big wigs

India-US-Japan trilateral talks raised to foreign min-level

The first India-US-Japan trilateral meeting was held in December 2011, at the level of joint secretary. Since then officials of the three countries have been meeting twice a year. From the US perspective, the dialogue is seen as part of what is described as a policy "pivot" toward Asia and for India it is part of its Act East Asia Policy.

US backs India‘s bid for permanent UNSC seat

The US also commended India‘s leadership in evacuating foreign nationals including US citizens, from conflict in Yemen, as well as cooperation between the US and India on providing post-earthquake relief in Nepal.

PM to take call soon on developing Chabahar port: Gadkari

The Road Transport and Highways Minister was talking to media after chairing a high-level meeting on Chabahar port, attended by Railways Minister Suresh Prabhu, Petroleum Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Foreign Secretary S Jaishankar among others.

British biz leaders worried about India's taxation: Hewitt

"Not simply Indians, but British business leaders have been concerned about the need in India to have a stable and predictable tax regime," Hewitt said at the launch of the Sterling Assets India Report.

Don't blame yuan devaluation for global mkt rout: Official

A US rate increase next month now seems less appropriate given the threat to the US economy from the recent market turmoil, an influential Fed official said on Wednesday in the clearest sign that fears of a Chinese slowdown are influencing US monetary policy.

Jet Airways expands code share agreement with SAA

With an expanded code share pact, which is effective with immediate effect, the passengers of the two carriers can enjoy convenient flight connections between India and South Africa, over Jet Airways' Abu Dhabi gateway, Jet Airways said in a release.

Why emerging market currencies are collapsing

The latest is the Kazakhstan tenge, which tumbled more than 20 percent Thursday against the dollar after the Central Asian country said it would adopt a free-floating currency policy. On Wednesday, Vietnam devalued its currency for the third time this year.

Why Fed minutes could be market mover

The minutes of the Fed's July meeting are expected to be released at 2 pm, and traders are hoping the Fed minutes will give new insight into Fed thinking on rate hikes that did not come out in the post-meeting statement.

China cautioned over Silk Road projects in disputed regions

The Silk Road projects officially termed as the Belt and Road involved a number of roads including the revival of ancient Silk Road connecting China and Europe through Central Asia, BCIM, MSR and CEPC.

India, UAE plan infrastructure fund, defence and tech ties

Indian Foreign Secretary Subrahmanyan Jaishankar announced the plans at the end of a two-day visit to the UAE by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which focused on both business ties and national security.

India prepares to pay $1.4 bn Iran oil dues: Sources

The landmark nuclear deal between Iran and six major world powers was struck on July 14 and sanctions could begin to be removed later this year if UN inspectors confirm Tehran is complying with its provisions.

India made solid sacrifice to impose Iran sanctions: US

Barack Obama had specifically sent his then Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to convince India to join the US-led international sanctions against Iran, following which New Delhi took steps to reduce its import of oil from Iran that had considerable impact on the Indian economy, a fact acknowledged by the White House.

India ready to partner with Mozambique in all development

The President said India is happy to see Mozambique continuing its high rate of economic growth. "With the recent discoveries of natural gas and minerals, the future holds a lot of promise. India stands ready to partner with Mozambique in all areas of its development".

India, US resolve 35 transfer pricing disputes in IT sector

A Framework Agreement was recently signed with the US under the Mutual Agreement Procedure (MAP) provision of the India-US Double Taxation Avoidance Convention (DTAC). "This is a major positive development," the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) said in a statement.

India, Egypt to enhance ties for waterways development

Gadkari is in Egypt representing India at the inaugural ceremony of new Suez Canal on behalf of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Obama: Rejecting Iran deal would lead to Mideast war

Obama said Iran will be more capable of building a nuclear weapon if the deal is blocked and a military solution will only drive its nuclear development deeper underground.

White House cites India's support to sell Iran nuclear deal

The Iran deal was backed by at least 86 nations including six -- China, India, Japan, South Korea, Turkey and Taiwan -- that have voluntarily restricted the amount of Iranian oil that they imported, White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest said on Thursday.

Tsipras under pressure over covert Syriza drachma plan

It is not clear how seriously the plans, attributed to former Energy Minister Panagiotis Lafazanis and former Finance Minister Yanis Varoufakis, were considered by the government and both ministers were sacked earlier this month.

Govt sanctions Rs 1k cr for Indo-Bangla rail link via NE

The 15.06 km long track would connect Agartala with Akhaura railway junction in Bangladesh.

Iran says no 'emergency' in getting oil dues from India

The assurance by Iranian Ambassador to India, Gholamreza Ansari, assumes significance as there were concerns that India might have to make immediate payments to clear these dues after lifting of the Western sanctions on Iran.

Draft IPR Policy under inter-ministerial consultation: Min

A government-appointed think-tank on IPR is preparing the draft policy, which seeks to encourage innovation by providing tax incentives and modifying intellectual property rights (IPR).