The United States has delivered a significant blow to Pakistan by suspending immigrant visas for nationals of 75 countries, including Pakistan, amid concerns over potential misuse of public welfare benefits.This policy shift, announced by the US Department of State on 14 January 2026, takes effect from 21 January and stems from a comprehensive review ordered by President Donald Trump. The
Embraer And Adani Eye JV For India’s Maiden Commercial Jet Assembly Line
Embraer, the Brazilian aerospace giant, is reportedly in advanced discussions with India’s Adani Group to form a joint venture that could establish the nation’s first final assembly line for commercial passenger aircraft.This ambitious project aims to fill a critical void in India’s aviation infrastructure, where defence manufacturing thrives but civil aviation assembly remains non-existent.
Indian And Japanese Coast Guards Discuss Ways To Enhance Maritime Cooperation
The Coast Guards of India and Japan convened their 22nd high-level meeting in New Delhi on 14 January 2026, underscoring the robust maritime partnership between the two nations. Officials highlighted that the discussions centred on bolstering cooperation across critical domains.The meeting was jointly chaired by Paramesh Sivamani, Director General of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG), and Admiral
US Companies Face Anti-Indian Backlash After Trump’s H-1B Visa Overhaul
Recent policy revisions to the United States’ H-1B visa program have ignited a wave of anti-Indian sentiment across American social media platforms. Introduced by the Trump administration in September 2025, these changes have dramatically reshaped access to skilled-worker visas, traditionally a gateway for Indian IT professionals and engineers, reported NDTV web portal.The overhaul coincides with
Rolls-Royce Says Looking To Position India As Its Third ‘Home Market’ Beyond UK
Rolls-Royce, the renowned British aero-engine manufacturer, has announced its ambition to establish India as its third "home market" alongside the United Kingdom and another key location.This strategic declaration underscores the company’s deepening commitment to one of the world’s most dynamic aviation and defence sectors. Made public on Monday, the move signals a robust push into India’s
India Spotlights Surging Slovakia Ties At National Day Reception: MEA
India has spotlighted its burgeoning relationship with Slovakia during a special National Day reception held in New Delhi. Ministry of External Affairs Secretary (West), Sibi George, represented the country at the event organised by the Embassy of the Slovak Republic on Wednesday evening.This gathering underscored the strengthening bilateral ties amid growing diplomatic engagements.MEA
‘Greenland Vital For National Security—Russia, China Could Seize It’ Says Trump
US President Donald Trump has reiterated the strategic importance of Greenland to American national security, warning that Russia and China could seize influence in the Arctic region if the United States does not act decisively.Speaking at the White House during a signing ceremony on Wednesday local time, Trump emphasised that the US must secure its interests there. He noted a positive
Denmark and Greenland Reject US Acquisition of Greenland, Propose Arctic Security Working Group
Denmark’s Foreign Minister Lars Løkke RasmussenDenmark’s Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen and Greenland’s Foreign Minister Vivian Motzfeldt firmly rejected any notion of the United States acquiring Greenland following high-level talks in Washington on Wednesday.Speaking at a press conference in the Danish embassy after meetings with US Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco
Delhi Hosts ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus Expert Working Group On Counter Terrorism
India hosted the 16th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) Experts’ Working Group (EWG) on Counter Terrorism in New Delhi on Tuesday, co-chairing the event with Malaysia. This gathering reaffirmed the region’s unified commitment to tackling terrorism in all its manifestations.Amitabh Prasad, Joint Secretary (International Cooperation) in the Ministry of Defence, addressed the
Om Birla, Sri Lanka Speaker Forge Tech-Driven Parliamentary Ties
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla engaged in significant bilateral discussions on the sidelines of the 28th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth (CSPOC) in New Delhi. Hosted by the Parliament of India from 14 to 16 January 2026, the conference marks the largest gathering of its kind, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi scheduled to inaugurate proceedings on 15 January.Om Birla