Lanka to join India –Bangladesh-Nepal tripartite energy grid to avoid energy problems and develop the economy

Youths’ desperate ‘four no’ attitude worries China

The Chinese government is being called upon to take action to stimulate the economy and create jobs at a time when young

Appreciate India’s leadership on debt issues as G20 president: Janet Yellen

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Monday said that Washington appreciates India’s leadership during its G20 Presidency and New Delhi’s demonstrated leadership on debt issues.

China’s unresolved responsibility over Sri Lanka’s contaminated organic fertilizer

China’s role as a global economic powerhouse has come under scrutiny once again, this time in connection with a controversial incident involving Sri Lanka’s contaminated organic fertilizer. Despite international calls and growing evidence indicating the substandard quality of the exported fertilizer, China has shown reluctance to take responsibility and return the $6.3 million it obtained through arm-twisting tactics.

PM Modi attending Bastille Day celebrations “sign that India-France strategic partnership is very strong”: Ambassador Jawed Ashraf

Chinese-backed power plant in Myanmar shuts down operation

A Chinese-backed combined cycle power plant near Gantgawdaw Pagoda in Myanmar’s Arakan State’s Kyaukphyu Township has shut down operations.

Food crisis to tighten grip on Pakistan in winter despite IMF deal

As few politicians and economists are rejoicing over the IMF loan, ordinary people across Pakistan are forced to stand in long queues for a handful of wheat and wheat flour, leaving millions.........

India’s economic juggernaut gains momentum; world to follow

India, the fifth-largest global economy, will soon become the third-largest and then the second-largest economy by 2075 redefining a new world order.

New America-India partnership opens up the potential for a multi-polar Asia

Microsoft: China accused of hacking US government emails

China-based hackers have gained access to the email accounts of around 25 organisations, including government agencies, Microsoft says.

China, South Korea released water with high levels of tritium, says Japan

The fertilizer fiasco that triggered a near Sino-Sri Lankan diplomatic flashpoint

Law officer Deepika Deshwal first Indian girl address to UN thrice, enters Guinness Book for public service

Law officer Deepika Deshwal has become the first and the youngest Indian girl to deliver an address at the United Nations headquarters in New York City.

Chinese army sends ships, jets near Taiwan

China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) sent 13 aircraft and six vessels into the airspace and waters around Taiwan over the past 24 hours as of Saturday morning, overlapping with United States Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen’s visit to Beijing aimed at mending strained relations.

China issues over 71,600 visas to Indians in first half of 2023

The Chinese Embassy and Consulates General have issued more than 71,600 visas to Indians travelling to China so far in 2023, Chinese Embassy in India spokesperson Wang Xiaojian said on Tuesday.

US Treasury Secretary criticizes China’s measures against US firms

‘Be Careful’: US President Biden warns China’s Xi Jinping on West’s investments after Putin meeting

US President Joe Biden has warned China’s President Xi Jinping and asked him to remain “careful” about the investments made by the West following his meeting with Vladimir Putin. He added that Beijing’s economy depends on the US in a lot of ways, CNN reported.

India-France Strategic Partnership holds great significance for global good: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that he is looking forward to his meeting with President Macron in Paris on Bastille Day, adding that the India-France Strategic Partnership holds great significance for global good. Emmanuel Bonne, the Diplomatic Advisor to French President Macron has called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi.

NATO Secretary General welcomes Türkiye’s stand on Sweden

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg welcomed President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s agreement to forward the accession protocol for Sweden to the Grand National Assembly as soon as possible.

Daily flights from Chennai to Sri Lanka’s Jaffna from July 16: Union Civil Aviation Minister

Sri Lankan University organises symposium on 88th birthday of Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama

A symposium was organised at a university in Sri Lanka in order to celebrate the 88th birthday of Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama in a meaningful way.

India again refrains from extending support to China’s Belt and Road Initiative: SCO Joint Statement

India has again opted out of supporting China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), becoming the only country in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) refusing to endorse the project.

“There should be no double standards on terrorism,” PM Modi at SCO summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, in an apparent attack on Pakistan and China, called on member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) to not hesitate to condemn countries that use cross-border terrorism as ‘policy instruments’ and shelter terrorists.

Japan, India Maritime Exercise- JIMEX23 commences in Visakhapatnam

Japan, India Maritime Exercise- JIMEX23 commences in Visakhapatnam

How China’s delayed debt restructuring is jeopardizing Sri Lanka’s future

China’s influence in global affairs has grown significantly over the past few decades, with its Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) garnering attention worldwide. However, as Sri Lanka grapples with mounting debt obligations, it has become increasingly clear that China’s reluctance to expedite debt restructuring is putting the country’s future at risk.

China’s delays in restructuring the debt have put Sri Lanka in an awkward position

As Sri Lanka embarks on debt restructuring negotiations with key lenders in parallel to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) initiatives,

Pakistan: Balochistan National Party holds strike amid Wadh unrest

Balochistan National Party (BNP-Mengal) held a wheel-jam strike across the province on Monday to protest against the worsening law and order situation in the Wadh area of the Khuzdar district of Balochistan, Pakistan-based Dawn reported

Travel Agents Association of India delegation leaves for Volimbi to forge closer ties with Sri Lanka

Transcending borders: Colombo prepares for biggest Indian tourism convention by ITTA

India enhances efforts to facilitate Buddhists visiting pilgrimage sites

India has not only helped spread Buddhism across the world more than 2,500 years ago, it has also kicked off a number of initiatives throughout the years to facilitate Buddhists across the world visiting India to have memorable and devout pilgrimages.