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September 26, 2024 11:13 PM

Jaishankar attends joint ministerial meeting of L.69 and C-10 groupings of nations

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar participated in the first-ever Joint Ministerial Meeting of the L.69 and C-10 groupings of nations on the sidelines of the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Thursday. During the meeting, Jaishankar stressed the need for reforms in the United Nations Security Council's membership, both in its permanent and non-permanent categories. The L.69 Annual Ministerial Meeting was chaired by Prime Minister Ralph E. Gonsalves of Saint...

September 25, 2024 10:50 AM

India-China relationship key to Asia’s future: EAM Jaishankar

India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasized the pivotal role of the India-China relationship in shaping the future of Asia and the world during his address at the Asia Society Policy Institute in New York on Tuesday. In a rapidly evolving "multipolar" world, Jaishankar said that the dynamic between the two Asian giants will be crucial in determining the trajectory of the region. Speaking on the changes reshaping global politics, Jaishankar said, "Asia is very much at the cutting ...

September 24, 2024 11:15 PM

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy calls meeting with PM Modi in New York “very good”

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy described his recent meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New York as "very good." The bilateral talks took place on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session on Monday. Speaking to ANI on Tuesday, Zelenskyy responded to a query about the meeting, reiterating his positive remarks. Both leaders discussed ongoing bilateral ties and expressed satisfaction with their continued consolidation. The conversation also focus...

September 24, 2024 8:42 AM

US has long endorsed permanent UNSC seats for India, Germany, Japan: Antony Blinken

Affirming support for the reformation of United Nations Security Council to better represent the developing world, US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken said that the United States has long endorsed permanent seats in the council for India, Japan and Germany. Speaking at the 'Summit of the Future' at the 79th United Nations General Assembly in New York on Monday (local time), Blinken put forward the US' idea of two permanent seats for Africa, one rotating seat for Small Island Developing States...

September 24, 2024 8:25 AM

Prime Minister Modi departs for India wrapping three-day US visit

Following his three-day visit to the US, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emplaned for India on Monday (local time) from John F Kennedy Airport in New York. During his three-day visit, PM Modi attended the QUAD Leaders' Summit, interacted with the Indian diaspora in New York at the 'Modi and US' event, and addressed the 'Summit of the Future' at the United Nations General Assembly. Along with that, he held key bilateral meetings during his visit, including meetings with Ukraine's President Volodymy...

September 23, 2024 10:47 PM

Digital Public Infrastructure should be a bridge, not a barrier: PM Modi at ‘Summit of Future’

During his address at the 'Summit of the Future' on Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi underscored the necessity of safe and responsible technology use, stating that Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) must function as a bridge rather than a barrier. This event took place during the 79th session of the UN General Assembly in New York. "For safe and responsible use of technology, balance regulation is needed. We want such global digital governance in which sovereignty and integrity remain inta...

September 23, 2024 11:23 PM

Global action must align with ambition: PM Modi at UN Summit of the Future

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 'Summit of the Future' at the United Nations today, underscoring the need for global action to align with ambitious goals. He identified cyber, maritime, and space domains as emerging areas of conflict that require urgent attention. PM Modi said that terrorism remains a persistent threat to global peace and security. "While on one hand, terrorism continues to be a serious threat to global peace and security, on the other hand, cyber, maritime, and spac...

September 23, 2024 10:07 PM

“Reform is key to relevance”: PM Modi calls for reforms in global institutions at UN Summit of Future

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the United Nations Summit of the Future at the UN General Assembly in New York and called for reforms in the global institutions and termed reforms the "key to relevance." He also called the African Union's inclusion as a permanent member in the G20 an "important step" in this direction. PM Modi underlined India's willingness to share its successful initiatives with the Global South, advocating for unity over conflict. "When discussing the global...

September 23, 2024 12:47 PM

Another example of shared commitment to preserve cultural heritage: US envoy Eric Garcetti on return of antiquities to India

US Ambassador Eric Garcetti on Monday termed the return of 297 antiquities to India as another example of the "shared commitment" between the two countries to "protect and preserve" the cultural heritage. Amid Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit, the US has formally handed over 297 antiquities that were stolen or trafficked from India. "It's heartening to witness yet another example of U.S.-India shared commitment to protecting and preserving cultural heritage," Garcetti said in a post on X o...

September 23, 2024 11:58 AM

PM Modi to US tech CEOs: India investing heavily in design, skills, and innovations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi showcased India's growing stature as a global technology and innovation hub in his address to CEOs of leading tech companies in the US. Participating in a roundtable with the CEOs in New York on Sunday during the second day of this three-day visit to the US, the Prime Minister emphasised the nation's strides in the semiconductor sector, electronics, and workforce development, underscoring India's commitment to becoming a key player in the global economy. PM Modi sa...