India – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for June 22, 2025

India: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 22, 2025.

MIL-OSI: Trump, Munir exchange praises as Pakistan rises as regional stabilizer: IRS Analysis
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) ISLAMABAD, June 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a closely watched meeting at the White House, Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, met with U.S. President Donald J. Trump. Analysts at the Institute of Regional Studies (IRS) in Islamabad, have characterized this as a strategic reset for Pakistan. […]

Over 1,500 join Union Sports Minister in Yogathon marking International Yoga Day
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, on Saturday participated in a mass yoga event at the Indira Gandhi Stadium in the national capital to mark the 11th International Day of Yoga. The event, part of the Ministry of Ayush’s ‘Yoga Sangam’ initiative, […]

MIL-OSI Economics: Igor Sechin Presents Keynote Speech at SPIEF-2025 Energy Panel
Source: Rosneft Headline: Igor Sechin Presents Keynote Speech at SPIEF-2025 Energy Panel As part of the XXVIII St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, an Energy Panel organized with the support of Rosneft was held. Igor Sechin, Chief Executive Officer of the Company, presented the keynote speech “Odyssey Of The Global Economy In Search Of The Golden […]

MIL-OSI Economics: Global Energy Balance: Heads of Major Energy Companies, Experts Discuss Future of Energy Sector at SPIEF
Source: Rosneft Headline: Global Energy Balance: Heads of Major Energy Companies, Experts Discuss Future of Energy Sector at SPIEF At the Energy Panel of the XXVIII St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, leading industry experts, politicians, scientists, government officials and heads of major international energy companies discussed current trends in the global energy market. Their assessments […]

Yoga’s global recognition a testament to its timeless relevance, says Om Birla
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Friday led the celebrations of the 11th International Day of Yoga at the Parliament complex, where a large number of Members of Parliament, former MPs, and employees from both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha Secretariats participated in the Common […]

President participates in mass yoga event in Uttarakhand
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday participated in a mass yoga demonstration at the Uttarakhand State Police Line Maidan in Dehradun to mark the 10th International Day of Yoga, joining thousands across the globe in celebrating the ancient Indian tradition.   Addressing participants after the session, the […]

UAE Minister Sheikh Nahyan Attends International Day of Yoga Celebrations at Abudhabi
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The Embassy of India in Abu Dhabi hosted a large-scale celebration of the 11th International Day of Yoga on Friday at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Sports Council. Contrary to earlier mentions, the event was held exclusively at […]

PM Modi leads historic Yoga Day gathering in Visakhapatnam with over 3 lakh participation
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday led the nation in celebrating the 11th International Day of Yoga at a spectacular gathering along the picturesque coast of Visakhapatnam. Marking a historic milestone, the event witnessed the participation of over three lakh citizens, earning recognition in the Guinness […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Global energy balance: heads of major energy companies and experts at SPIEF discussed the future of energy
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: Rosneft – Rosneft – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. At the Energy Panel of the XXVIII St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, leading industry experts, politicians, scientists, government officials and heads of major international energy companies discussed current trends in the global energy market. Their assessments […]

PM shares article on Yoga’s impact on women and child well-being
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday shared an article emphasising how the integration of yoga into women and child welfare policies is helping enhance grassroots health and overall well-being across India.   Responding to a post by Union Minister for Women and Child Development Annapurna Devi […]

Sri Lankan ministers, cricketers join Yoga enthusiasts for IDY celebrations
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) On the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY), several Sri Lankan ministers, parliamentarians, cricket legends, cultural icons, and local residents gathered at the iconic Independence Square in Colombo to practice yoga, highlighting its significance in promoting a healthy lifestyle.   The event was organised by the […]

Heatwave grips Kashmir, water shortages hit J&K once again
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) An unprecedented heatwave has gripped Kashmir, with temperatures exceeding 35°C for the past few days. Srinagar city recorded a high of 35.2°C on Thursday — the highest June temperature in the past two decades. Jammu city, too, saw a maximum of 36.5°C, narrowing the temperature gap […]

Over 500 gather in Riyadh for 11th International Day of Yoga celebration
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The Embassy of India in Riyadh celebrated the 11th International Day of Yoga with remarkable enthusiasm at the Prince Faisal bin Fahd Sports City Stadium on Friday, drawing over 500 yoga enthusiasts from across Saudi Arabia. The event, organized in collaboration with the Saudi Yoga Committee […]

From Beijing to Shanghai, several Chinese cities celebrate International Day of Yoga
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Crowds of yoga practitioners in various cities across China took part in the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) celebrations, highlighting the worldwide appeal of India’s message of well-being. In Beijing, hundreds unrolled their mats to practice yoga, celebrating IDY with a beautiful kirtan and the […]

India to evacute citizens of Nepal, Sri Lanka from Iran
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The Indian Embassy in Iran has said that it will make efforts to evacuate citizens of Nepal and Sri Lanka. The embassy noted that these efforts will be made at the request of the Governments of Nepal and Sri Lanka. “On request of the Governments of […]

No more obstacles in case of NSE IPO: SEBI Chairman
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) There is “no obstacle” remain for the National Stock Exchange (NSE) to proceed with its much-awaited IPO plans, SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey has said.  Speaking at the FE CFO Awards here, Pandey said there is no obstacle that “will remain in the case of NSE […]

World is becoming aware of India’s ancient knowledge, science and lifestyle: MP CM Mohan Yadav
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) On the occasion of International Yoga Day 2025, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav attended the celebrations in Bhopal on Saturday. CM Yadav was seen performing the prayer pose along with other participants. Speaking to reporters, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav extended his best wishes to everyone […]

Operation Sindhu: 517 Indian nationals brought back from Iran so far, says MEA
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) A total of 517 Indian nationals have been evacuated from Iran under Operation Sindhu, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said on Friday. Jaiswal said a special flight from Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, landed in New Delhi at 3 am on June 21. The operation was […]

J-K: Indian Army celebrates 11th International Yoga Day with locals in Poonch
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Indian Army personnel of the Krishna Ghati Brigade’s Balnoi Battalion marked the 11th International Day of Yoga by organising a yoga session in Poonch, with enthusiastic participation from residents of nearby border villages. Locals from Balnoi, Dad Sagra, Mankot, and surrounding areas joined the soldiers for […]

Privileged to be part of this celebration: Indian diaspora in UK celebrates Yoga Day
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Marking the 11th International Day of Yoga, members of the Indian diaspora and local communities across the United Kingdom came together in large numbers to celebrate the ancient Indian practice that continues to unite people across cultures and borders. This year’s theme, “Yoga for One Earth, […]