Ambassador Kwatra Visits IBM Research Center, Discusses National Quantum Mission

Indian Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, visited the IBM Thomas J Watson Research Centre Think Lab in Washington DC. During the visit, he witnessed cutting-edge research in quantum computing and discussed IBM’s expanding presence in India.Ambassador Kwatra highlighted India’s National Quantum Mission (NQM), a key government initiative approved on 19 April 2023. Spanning 2023-24

January 8, 2026
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Jaishankar To French Counterpart: Partners Consult Closely Amid Global Turmoil

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held discussions with his French counterpart, Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot, in Paris on Wednesday local time. This meeting underscores the deepening strategic partnership between India and France amid a backdrop of global uncertainty.The two leaders focused on advancing bilateral cooperation and enhancing India-EU engagement, while exchanging views on

January 8, 2026
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Indian Ambassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra Meets US Speaker Mike Johnson, Discusses Strengthening Strategic Partnership

Indian Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, met US House Speaker Mike Johnson at Capitol Hill on Tuesday to discuss bolstering the India-US strategic partnership.In a post on X, Ambassador Kwatra expressed honour at the meeting, noting his appreciation for Speaker Johnson’s support in strengthening bilateral ties between the world’s two largest democracies.Kwatra thanked Johnson

January 8, 2026
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COAS General Upendra Dwivedi Eyes Deeper Defence Ties With Sri Lanka, Inspects Guard of Honour

Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi reviewed a Guard of Honour at the Sri Lankan Army Headquarters in Colombo during his official visit on 7 January 2026. He engaged in discussions with Lieutenant General BKGM Lasantha Rodrigo, Commander of the Sri Lanka Army, focusing on strengthening bilateral defence cooperation and military-to-military ties.The talks reaffirmed both nations’

January 8, 2026
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PM Modi Conveys New Year Greetings To Netanyahu

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on 7 January 2026, conveying New Year greetings to him and the people of Israel.The leaders exchanged views on the regional situation, discussing ways to strengthen the India-Israel Strategic Partnership in the coming year.In a post on X, PM Modi described Netanyahu as a friend and

January 7, 2026
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EAM Jaishankar Hails Luxembourg as Champion For Stronger India-EU Ties

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar thanked Luxembourg for its role as an advocate in deepening ties between India and the European Union during his visit to Luxembourg City on 7 January 2026.In opening remarks at a meeting with Luxembourg’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Xavier Bettel, Jaishankar highlighted the 78-year history of bilateral relations, noting significant

January 7, 2026
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