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13 Aug

India and United States Remain Committed to Trade Agreement Amid Looming Russian Tariff Bill

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): India and the United States remain fully committed to advancing negotiations on a proposed bilateral trade agreement despite ongoing legislative efforts in Washington to pass a bill authorizing tariffs of up to 100 per cent on top importers of Russian energy. Speaking in New Delhi on Thursday, Indian Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal emphasized that both nations maintain regular contact and share a mutual dedication to realizing the trade framework agreed upon earlier this year. Addressing concerns regarding the proposed American sanctions, Agrawal characterized the bill as an internal domestic matter for the United States, declining to…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Speaks with Newly Elected UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham to Deepen Strategic Ties

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Prime Minister Narendra Modi held his first telephone conversation on Friday with newly elected British Prime Minister Andy Burnham, congratulating him on assuming office and agreeing to advance the India-United Kingdom Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. According to the Prime Minister’s Office, Modi extended his best wishes to Burnham for a successful tenure and reaffirmed India’s commitment to elevating bilateral ties. Both leaders underscored the importance of maintaining momentum in one of India's most significant international partnerships and agreed to remain in regular contact. During the discussion, the two heads of government focused on expanding cooperation across critical…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Embark on Strategic Five-Nation Outreach Across Gulf and Europe

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to begin a high-stakes five-nation tour spanning the Gulf and Europe from May 15 to 20, 2026. This trip is viewed as a pivotal effort to strengthen India’s strategic, economic, and technological ties during a period of significant global transition. The visit will cover the United Arab Emirates, the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, and Italy, reflecting New Delhi's proactive stance in expanding its trade and technology influence across Europe while reinforcing vital energy and diaspora connections in West Asia. Government officials have indicated that the agenda will focus heavily on trade,…