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UAE pledges $550 million to support UN's 2026 global humanitarian overview

India, Dec. 11 -- The United Arab Emirates has announced a major humanitarian commitment with a pledge of $550 million to support the United Nations' Global Humanitarian Overview (GHO) for 2026. The ... Read More


H-1B visa interviews for Indians deferred as US tightens social media vetting rules

India, Dec. 11 -- The processing of H-1B visas for thousands of Indian applicants has hit a major roadblock after the United States introduced stricter social media screening requirements. A wave of i... Read More


India taps on Lithuania for Aadhaar 2.0

India, Dec. 10 -- India is exploring a partnership with Lithuania to upgrade the Aadhaar ecosystem. In an exclusive interview with The Pioneer, the Ambassador of Lithuania to India, Diana Mickeviciene... Read More


China adds online visas to thaw

India, Dec. 9 -- China on Monday announced online visa application for Indians. The new system will be launched on December 22. The Chinese Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong shared the update on social ... Read More


Indian consulate in Shanghai shifts to modern premises after 32 years

India, Dec. 8 -- Marking a major milestone in India's diplomatic presence in East China, the Consulate General of India in Shanghai inaugurated its new, state-of-the-art Chancery at the Dawning Centre... Read More


Modi, Putin reignite ties

New Delhi, Dec. 6 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin wrapped up a full day of engagements in New Delhi with a State banquet at the Rashtrapati Bhawan- the same venue where he began his morning with a... Read More


India, Russia push into new sectors

India, Dec. 6 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin committed to broaden economic ties and enhance cooperation in defence and energy at the 23rd annual Russia-India Summ... Read More


IndiGo delays, cancellations swamp airports across India

India, Dec. 5 -- India's largest airline cancelled over 300 flights and experienced delays in hundreds of other flights in the last 48 hours. Major Indian airports are overwhelmed and passengers stran... Read More


Modi welcomes Putin as India-Russia ties shine

India, Dec. 5 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi on Thursday - his first trip to India since the Ukraine conflict erupted in February 2022. The visit comes at a moment of global ... Read More


UAE embassy celebrates 54th National Day in New Delhi, showcasing deepening strategic ties

India, Dec. 4 -- The Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in New Delhi celebrated the UAE's 54th National Day, Eid Al Etihad, with a grand diplomatic reception attended by senior Indian Government offi... Read More