Xi’s ‘cloud diplomacy’ helps world emerge from pandemic with enhanced solidarity
In a year shadowed by the onslaught of coronavirus outbreak, the world witnessed glimmers of hope in China’s unremitting efforts on rallying global consensus on COVID-19 response and charting the course for future development. In the face of an unprecedented global crisis, Chinese President Xi Jinping engaged in intensive diplomacy, sharing thoughts with world leaders […]
Pharma Pride: PM Modi leads world’s biggest vaccination drive
India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on an epic journey to secure nearly 1.4 billion people from the coronavirus pandemic by launching the world’s biggest vaccination programme.”It takes years to prepare vaccines. But in the shortest span of time, we have not only one but two India-made vaccines,” PM Modi said while showering praises […]
World hasn’t seen vaccination drive of this level ever.Indian response to Corona has been acknowledged globally: PM
The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi launched the pan India rollout of COVID-19 vaccination drive via video conferencing today. This is the world’s largest vaccination program covering the entire length and breadth of the country. A total of 3006 session sites across all States and UTs were virtually connected during the launch. The Prime Minister started […]
Chinese economy emerges stronger from unprecedented virus test
China’s economy has bounced back from COVID-19 with resilience on effective virus control and targeted stimuli as a pandemic depression continues to threaten the world. With GDP growth reaching 3.2 percent and 4.9 percent in the second and third quarters, respectively, the world’s second-largest economy completed the upward leg of a V-shaped recovery from virus-induced […]
Trump under Fire: Shock & Outrage in America & world over mob violence
The unprecedented vandalism unleashed by supporters of the US President Donald Trump has outraged not only America but also sparked condemnation from leaders around the world. The incident is also seen as the darkest period in the American history. The rioters staged an insurrection at the US Capitol building in Washington DC on January 6, […]
US envoy raises bar for India-US trade ties, airs frictions
In a pointed message to India before he heads back to the US and a new administration takes charge in Washington, US Ambassador to India Kenneth I. Juster has highlighted “frictions and frustrations” in the trade and investment ties with India during his tenure, which has prevented the signing of a “small” trade agreement. Speaking […]
US envoy’s parting shot: Backs India’s rise, assures cooperation over China standoff
In a boost to India, the US has condemned China’s “military aggression” against India along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and pledged its support anew for India’s rise as a major global power. The close coordination between the United States and India has been pivotal as India confronts the threat posed by Beijing along […]
India enters UNSC, will be a voice of developing world
India has begun its diplomatic calendar for 2021 with a ceremony marking the beginning of its eighth term as one of the five non-permanent members of United Nations Security Council (UNSC). Starting January 1, 2021, India, along with Ireland, Mexico, Norway and Kenya, began their two-year tenure in the UN top body for peace and […]
A New Era in India-Vietnam Strategic Partnership
The first-ever virtual summit between the prime ministers of India and Vietnam has ushered in a new era of Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two close partners as they signed crucial pacts in diverse areas, including defence, development and energy. Raising the level of ambition for their burgeoning partnership, the two leaders unveiled the overarching […]
Trump confers US top honouron PM Modi for spurring India’s global rise
Days before he demits office, US President Donald Trump has presented the prestigious Legion of Merit to India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his leadership in elevating strategic partnership between the two countries and spurring the emergence of India as a global power.India’s Ambassador to the US Taranjit Singh Sandhuaccepted the award on behalf of […]