Pralhad Joshi makes strong pitch for investments in India’s clean energy sector at Davos

January 20, 2026 11:07 AM

Pralhad Joshi makes strong pitch for investments in India’s clean energy sector at Davos

Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi has made a strong pitch to global investors for tapping opportunities in India’s clean and green energy sector at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos. Highlighting India’s proven ability to scale renewable energy across solar, wind, green hydrogen and energy storage, the minister held focused discussions with Charles Emond, President and CEO, and Sarah Bouchard, COO of Canada-based La Caisse, on strengthening long-term climate an...

Prime Minister Modi conferred with Order of Oman

December 18, 2025 7:44 PM

Prime Minister Modi conferred with Order of Oman

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Thursday conferred with the Order of Oman (First Class) by Sultan Haitham bin Tarik in recognition of his contribution to strengthening India-Oman ties and his leadership, the Prime Minister’s Office said. Posting on X, the Prime Minister said he was “honoured to receive the Order of Oman (First Class)” and thanked His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, the government and the people of Oman, calling the award “a symbol of affection and trust between th...

India, Oman close to finalizing free trade agreement: Piyush Goyal

June 2, 2025 3:36 PM

India, Oman close to finalizing free trade agreement: Piyush Goyal

India is nearing the conclusion of a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with Oman, with Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal indicating that an announcement could be made soon. The move is expected to significantly boost bilateral trade and investment flows between the two countries. "I think you will see some good news very soon on the Oman FTA," Goyal told journalists during his ongoing official visit to France, where he is promoting Indian trade and investment interests. He is also scheduled ...

India-Oman Joint Military Exercise AL-NAJAH 5 Advances with Focus on Combat Skills and Interoperability

September 25, 2024 12:52 PM

India-Oman Joint Military Exercise AL-NAJAH 5 Advances with Focus on Combat Skills and Interoperability

The India-Oman joint military exercise, AL-NAJAH 5 – 2024, currently underway at the Rabkoot Training Area in Oman, is in full swing. The exercise, which began on 13th September, will continue until 26th September. The Indian Army contingent, comprising 60 personnel, is represented by a battalion of the Mechanised Infantry Regiment, along with personnel from other arms and services. In the initial days, training focused on combat first aid, casualty evacuation, weapon handling of both armies'...