External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a productive telephone conversation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Tuesday, focusing on pivotal aspects of bilateral ties.The discussion covered trade, critical minerals, nuclear cooperation, defence, and energy, as confirmed by Jaishankar in a post on X. Both leaders expressed commitment to sustaining dialogue on these fronts amid evolving
India’s Workhorse Stumbles: PSLV Failures Expose ISRO’s Overstretch Amid Rising Demands
India’s space program suffered a significant setback with the failure of the PSLV-C62 mission on 13 January 2026. Touted as a vital mission blending strategic national needs with commercial aspirations, its collapse has reverberated across both domains.The PSLV, long revered as ISRO’s reliable workhorse, has now faltered twice in succession, raising urgent questions about resource allocation and
India’s Workhorse Stumbles: PSLV Failures Expose ISRO’s Overstretch Amid Rising Demands
India’s space program suffered a significant setback with the failure of the PSLV-C62 mission on 13 January 2026. Touted as a vital mission blending strategic national needs with commercial aspirations, its collapse has reverberated across both domains.The PSLV, long revered as ISRO’s reliable workhorse, has now faltered twice in succession, raising urgent questions about resource allocation and
EAM Jaishankar Meets Macron Aide Emmanuel Bonne; Discusses India-France Strategic Partnership
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a significant meeting with Emmanuel Bonne, the Diplomatic Adviser to French President Emmanuel Macron, in New Delhi on Tuesday.The discussions centred on bolstering the longstanding India-France strategic partnership. This encounter underscores the deepening ties between the two nations amid evolving global dynamics.Jaishankar shared his thoughts on X,
Ahead of Massive Rafale Deal, PM Modi Meets Macron’s Adviser Emmanuel Bonne, Reaffirms India-France Strategic Partnership
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a significant meeting with Emmanuel Bonne, Diplomatic Advisor to French President Emmanuel Macron, in New Delhi on Tuesday, 13 January 2026.This encounter underscored the enduring strength of the India-France strategic partnership, with both leaders reaffirming their commitment to deepened collaboration across diverse sectors.In a post on X, PM Modi expressed
‘Looking Forward To Build Rocket Missile Force, Ready To Expand Drone Range’: Army Chief Lays Out Action Plan
India’s Chief of the Army Staff, General Upendra Dwivedi, has outlined ambitious plans to bolster the nation’s defence capabilities amid evolving security challenges. Speaking at a press conference in Delhi, he emphasised the urgent need for a dedicated rocket missile force, drawing parallels with similar formations in Pakistan and China.General Dwivedi underscored that rockets and missiles have
‘Looking Forward To Build Rocket Missile Force, Ready To Expand Drone Range’: Army Chief Lays Out Action Plan
India’s Chief of the Army Staff, General Upendra Dwivedi, has outlined ambitious plans to bolster the nation’s defence capabilities amid evolving security challenges. Speaking at a press conference in Delhi, he emphasised the urgent need for a dedicated rocket missile force, drawing parallels with similar formations in Pakistan and China.General Dwivedi underscored that rockets and missiles have
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Shares Key Takeaways From Critical Mineral Meeting In USA
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has highlighted significant outcomes from a pivotal ministerial meeting in the United States, convened by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.The gathering centred on bolstering resilience in the global supply chain for critical minerals, a matter of pressing importance amid the rapid expansion of manufacturing sectors worldwide.India, in particular, stands to
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Shares Key Takeaways From Critical Mineral Meeting In USA
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has highlighted significant outcomes from a pivotal ministerial meeting in the United States, convened by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.The gathering centred on bolstering resilience in the global supply chain for critical minerals, a matter of pressing importance amid the rapid expansion of manufacturing sectors worldwide.India, in particular, stands to
‘Keep Protesting’: Trump Tells Iranians ‘Help Is On Its Way’ Amid Unrest
US President Donald Trump has urged Iranian protesters to persist in their demonstrations, assuring them that "help is on its way" amid escalating unrest across the Islamic Republic.In a post on Truth Social dated 13 January 2026, Trump declared, "Iranian Patriots, KEEP PROTESTING – TAKE OVER YOUR INSTITUTIONS!!!Save the names of the killers and abusers. They will pay a big price." He added that