
India-US Strategic Talks Cover Trade Pact, Energy and Mobility
External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held wide-ranging discussions in New Delhi today.
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External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held wide-ranging discussions in New Delhi today.

Sri Lanka’s weakening currency is increasing pressure on the country’s import-dependent economy, raising concerns over a potential shortage of medicines as businesses struggle with soaring import costs.

The Reserve Bank of India has approved the transfer of a record ₹2.86 lakh crore as surplus to the Central Government for the financial year 2025-26, marking one of the highest dividend payouts by the central bank.

The UK has signed a trade agreement with six Gulf nations, in what is described as a huge win for British business.

India and Italy will celebrate 2027 as the “Year of Culture and Tourism” to promote cultural exchanges and strengthen dialogue between the two ancient civilisations.

Senior government officials, diplomats and business leaders from the United Arab Emirates and India have reaffirmed the growing strength of bilateral economic ties at a high-level forum held in Dubai.

Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal today had detailed discussions with Minister of Transport, Communications and IT of Oman, Said bin Hamoud Al Maawali, over Video Conferencing.

External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar today met Minister of Foreign Affairs of Chile, Francisco Pérez Mackenna, this morning.

Air India has decided to reduce international flights, temporarily suspending services on some overseas routes. The decision has been taken in the wake of airspace curbs, and high jet fuel prices.

Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita held a bilateral meeting with the Foreign Minister of Costa Rica, Manuel Tovar.