India: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on May 13, 2025.
Punjab: NIA Conducts Searches Over Pro-Khalistan Attack on Indian High Commission
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (2) National Investigation Agency today conducted searches at several locations in Punjab in connection with its probe into the attack on the Indian High Commission in Canada alleged by pro-Khalistan supporters. The searches were conducted in Moga, Amritsar, Gurdaspur, and Jalandhar. Last year, the agency had registered […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Joint statement on India-Pakistan conflict
Source: City of Leeds Comment issued by civic and faith leaders in Leeds “As civic and faith leaders in Leeds, we welcome news of the ceasefire in hostilities between India and Pakistan following the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir. “Terrorism in any form goes against the values of humanity. We condemn all forms of […]
MIL-OSI Global: UK’s India trade deal offers wider access to a surging economy – and could make food imports cheaper
Source: The Conversation – UK – By Sangeeta Khorana, Professor of International Trade Policy, Aston University India’s economy is growing rapidly. Radiokafka/Shutterstock After more than three years and 14 rounds of negotiations, the UK and India have finally announced a free trade agreement (FTA). UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will formally sign the deal on […]
MIL-OSI Russia: China urges India, Pakistan to consolidate ceasefire momentum
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, May 12 (Xinhua) — China supports and welcomes the ceasefire reached by India and Pakistan and expects the two countries to consolidate and continue the momentum […]
BSE CEO highlights India’s tech-driven market transformation at Dubai FinTech Summit
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) India’s capital markets are undergoing a dramatic technological transformation, said Sundararaman Ramamurthy, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of BSE Ltd., speaking at the opening of the third Dubai FinTech Summit, which began today at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai. Held under the patronage of Sheikh Maktoum bin […]
MIL-OSI Europe: ASIA/PAKISTAN – Ceasefire between India and Pakistan: “Fruit of the children’s prayers”
Source: Agenzia Fides – MIL OSI Nostra Signora Regina degli Angeli, Bhai Pheru, Lahore (Agenzia Fides) – “We know that the Lord hears the prayers of the children who are in his heart. And the ceasefire between India and Pakistan has a very special meaning for us because we consider it a truce,” says to […]
Maldives thanks India for offering $50 million financial support
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Maldives, on Monday, expressed gratitude to India for offering a Government Treasury Bill of $50 million, which has supported the island nation in its fiscal reform efforts towards economic stability. Maldivian Foreign Minister Abdulla Khaleel thanked External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar and the Indian government […]
MIL-OSI Europe: Latest news – Meeting of 13 May 2025 in association with AFET and DSAS – Delegation for relations with India
Source: European Parliament The India Delegation (D-IN) will hold an ordinary meeting in association with the Committee on Foreign Affairs (AFET) and Delegation for relations with the countries of South Asia (DSAS) on Tuesday 13 May 2025 at 14:30-15:30 in Brussels.An exchange of views on the escalation of India-Pakistan relations following the terrorist attack in […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: India and Pakistan: G7 foreign ministers’ statement, 10 May 2025
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments 3 News story India and Pakistan: G7 foreign ministers’ statement, 10 May 2025 G7 foreign ministers gave a statement on India and Pakistan. Joint statement: We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the […]
Centre approves reopening of 32 airports as tensions ease on India-Pakistan border
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The Centre on Monday issued the NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) to reopen the 32 airports that had been shut down since May 9 due to the cross-border drone and missile attacks following heightened tensions between India and Pakistan in the wake of the Pahalgam massacre of […]
Deeply moved to see people in Vietnam pray at Buddhist relics sent from India, says EAM Jaishankar
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar, extending wishes on the Vesak Day, also known as Buddha Purnima, highlighted shared cultural ties with Vietnam, where over one million people prayed at the sacred Buddha relics sent from India. Buddha Purnima, also known as Vesak Day or Buddha […]
Nifty, Sensex open lower amid rising India-Pakistan tensions
Source: Government of India (4) Indian benchmark indices opened lower on Friday in line with expectations, as geopolitical tensions between India and Pakistan escalated. At 9:23 am, the Sensex was down 529 points or 0.66% at 79,805, while the Nifty declined 207 points or 0.85% to 24,066. Weakness was also observed in the broader markets. […]
India to present case against Pakistan at IMF over bailout review
Source: Government of India (4) India is set to present its case before the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Friday, urging a review of financial aid extended to Pakistan. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri confirmed that India’s position would be officially conveyed during a board meeting of the IMF in Washington. “I’m sure our Executive Director […]
India’s “New Resolve”: “Operation Sindoor” and New BrahMos Facility signal strategic strength
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday hailed Operation Sindoor as a powerful symbol of the nation’s political, social, and strategic resolve during the virtual inauguration of the BrahMos Integration and Testing Facility Centre in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The operation, aimed at dismantling terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan […]
Satellites continuously working to ensure India’s security: ISRO Chairman
Source: Government of India (4) ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan on Sunday said that 10 satellites are continuously working round-the-clock for strategic purposes to ensure the safety and security of the country’s citizens. Addressing the 5th Convocation Ceremony of the Central Agricultural University (CAU), the ISRO Chairman said, “If we want to ensure the safety of […]
India’s monsoon rains to arrive early, brightening outlook for crops
Source: Government of India (4) Monsoon rains are expected to hit India’s southern coast on May 27, five days earlier than usual, marking the earliest arrival in at least five years, the weather office said, raising hopes for bumper harvests of crops such as rice, corn, and soybean. The monsoon, the lifeblood of the […]
India set to overtake Japan as fourth-largest economy in 2025: IMF
Source: Government of India (4) India is on track to become the world’s fourth-largest economy in 2025, overtaking Japan, according to the latest World Economic Outlook released by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The report estimates India’s nominal GDP will reach 4,187.02 billion dollars next year, marginally ahead of Japan’s 4,186.43 billion dollars. The IMF […]
India and UAE deepen cybersecurity collaboration at GISEC Global 2025
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The Data Security Council of India (DSCI) hosted the second edition of the Indo-UAE Cybersecurity Exchange in Dubai, reinforcing bilateral cooperation in the digital security domain. Organized in partnership with CIO Klub, the event took place alongside GISEC Global 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre […]
Union Health Minister Nadda reviews national medical preparedness amid India-Pakistan tensions
Source: Government of India (4) Union Health Minister JP Nadda conducted a review meeting on the health centres and facilities across the country on Friday amid the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. Senior officials of the Ministry of Health attended the meeting and provided a thorough review of the health facilities. Nadda was also […]
PM Modi unveils vision for India’s space future at GLEX 2025, astronaut to ISS soon, Moon landing by 2040
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Global Conference on Space Exploration (GLEX) 2025 via video conferencing on Wednesday, highlighting India’s evolving leadership in space technology and its commitment to global cooperation in advancing the frontiers of space exploration. Welcoming delegates, astronauts, and scientists from around the […]