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NSA Doval meets counterparts from BRICS grouping, discusses West Asia and India-China ties

NSA Doval meets counterparts from BRICS grouping, discusses West Asia and India-China ties

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In this image posted on June 22, 2026, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval during a meeting with Deputy Secretary for Defence Affairs of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC), Ghadir Nezamipour, on the sidelines of the 16th BRICS National Security Advisers’ Meeting, in New Delhi. | Photo Credit: X/@MEAIndia via PTI Developments in West Asia formed the dominant backdrop as National Security Adviser (NSA) Ajit Doval hosted his counterparts from BRICS grouping in New Delhi for the BRICS NSAs meeting. Mr. Doval met Ghadir Nezamipour, Deputy Secretary for Defence Affairs of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, and Secretary of Multilateral and Political Affairs of Brazil Carlos Cozendey among others who are in New Delhi to attend the two-day event that will survey the security architecture of the world. “Both sides reviewed the ongoing situation in West Asia. They also discussed cooperation under the BRICS platform and India-Iran bilateral ties,” said Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal after Mr. Doval met Mr. Nezamipour. The MEA said the meeting between …

Amid Escalating West Asia Crisis, Jaishankar Speaks With Saudi, UAE Counterparts | India News

Amid Escalating West Asia Crisis, Jaishankar Speaks With Saudi, UAE Counterparts | India News

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Last Updated:March 15, 2026, 20:12 IST External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar engaged with foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, UAE on West Asia tensions and rising oil prices. File photo of External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar | File Image External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has been in touch with several foreign ministers as tensions continue to rise in West Asia. In his latest outreach, Jaishankar spoke with Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan and UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, discussing the evolving situation in the region. The conversations focused on recent developments linked to the ongoing conflict in West Asia and the wider regional implications. Jaishankar shared that both discussions involved an exchange of views on the current situation and its possible impact. Earlier on March 12, Jaishankar also spoke with Indonesia’s Foreign Minister Sugiono. In a message posted on social media, he said the two leaders discussed the conflict in West Asia and reviewed bilateral ties between India and Indonesia. Spoke last night to DPM & FM …

Jaishankar Discusses West Asia Conflict With German, Korean Counterparts Amid Global Fuel Concerns | India News

Jaishankar Discusses West Asia Conflict With German, Korean Counterparts Amid Global Fuel Concerns | India News

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Last Updated:March 10, 2026, 18:44 IST Jaishankar’s conversations with his counterparts occur as concerns intensify over energy security and crude oil prices amid the US-Israeli war on Iran. EAM S Jaishankar. (Reuters file pic) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday discussed the escalating tensions in West Asia with his German counterpart Johann Wadephul as the US-Israeli war on Iran continues to disrupt access to the Strait of Hormuz, which supplies 20% of oil and natural gas supplies worldwide. “Exchanged views with FM @JoWadephul of Germany on the ongoing conflict in West Asia,” Jaishankar wrote on X. The External Affairs Minister also shared a “good conversation” with his South Korean counterpart Cho Hyun. “Discussed advancing our bilateral agenda. As also the situation in West Asia, including its energy implications,” he added. A good conversation with @FMChoHyun of RoK.Discussed advancing our bilateral agenda. As also the situation in West Asia, including its energy implications. — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) March 10, 2026 This came a day after Jaishankar discussed the situation in West Asia with his …

Indian cricketers not shaking hands with Pakistani counterparts is ‘dadagiri’ by BJP, alleges Raut

Indian cricketers not shaking hands with Pakistani counterparts is ‘dadagiri’ by BJP, alleges Raut

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Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut. File | Photo Credit: PTI Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Tuesday (February 18, 2026) said Indian cricketers not shaking hands with their Pakistani counterparts during the recently played cricket match is “dadagiri” (bullying) by the BJP and the Centre. Mr. Raut said his party is of the opinion that matches should not be played between India and Pakistan. Also read: India-Pakistan encounter: In defence of the ‘boring’ match “(But) If you are doing that, then show sportsmanship,” Mr. Raut said. “Indian players not shaking hands with Pakistani players is dadagiri of the BJP and the government on Indian players. Why are you playing? What happens if you don’t play (with Pakistan),” he said. “By playing with Pakistan, thousands of crores are earned in betting. Of this, half will go to Pakistan. That money will go to Dawood Ibrahim and Masood Azhar. This will again lead to terrorism,” the Sena (UBT) MP added. Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav did not shake hands with his Pakistani counterpart Salman Ali Agha …

NSA Ajit Doval briefs counterparts on Operation Sindoor: ‘India has no intent to escalate tensions but…’

NSA Ajit Doval briefs counterparts on Operation Sindoor: ‘India has no intent to escalate tensions but…’

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NSA Ajit Doval briefed his counterparts on actions taken and method of execution, which was measured as non-escalatory and restrained. He emphasised that India had no intent to escalate but was well prepared to retaliate resolutely should Pakistan decide to escalate. New Delhi: Soon after the focused strikes on terrorists and terrorist infrastructure at 9 sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir as part of Operation Sindoor, NSA Ajit Doval on Wednesday spoke with NSAs of several countries including US and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, UK NSA Jonathan Powell, Saudi NSA Musaid Al Aiban, UAE NSA Sheikh Tahnoon, Secretary General of NSC of UAE Ali Al Shamsi and NSA of Japan Masataka Okano. Apart from this, contact was also established with Russian NSA Sergei Shoigu, Member of Political Bureau of CPC Central Committee & Minister of Foreign Affairs of PRC Wang Yi and Diplomatic Adviser to French President Emmanuel Bonne. During the telephonic conversation, NSA briefed his counterparts on actions taken and method of execution, which was measured as non-escalatory and restrained. He emphasised that …

Counterpart’s new charger is more wall art than wall wart

Counterpart’s new charger is more wall art than wall wart

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The switch to USB-C has vastly simplified my life, and I am very grateful for it, but I still struggle with cable clutter. Dealing with gadgets and gizmos for a family of four means the outlets on my kitchen counter resemble an unappealing bowl of silicon spaghetti, which is why this new $44 Counterpart Charger caught my eye. This compact charger includes a built-in 4-foot USB-C cable that — here’s the handy part — retracts with the press of a button, leaving you cable-free. It delivers 35 Watts of GaN charging, which is enough for most phones, tablets, Switches, and the occasional pair of headphones that invariably collect on my counter in search of power. It would even do for my MacBook Air in a pinch. I’ve been using retractable cables, like this one from Baseus, in my car for a while now and love the idea of bringing that neat and tidy concept into the house. And while MagSafe is my preferred method for charging my iPhone, there are plenty of times when you …

10-Point Plan For Strong ASEAN, Bilaterals With Regional Counterparts: Recapping PM Modi’s Day 1 Of Laos Visit

10-Point Plan For Strong ASEAN, Bilaterals With Regional Counterparts: Recapping PM Modi’s Day 1 Of Laos Visit

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday held a “very productive” meeting with newly-appointed Japanese counterpart Shigeru Ishiba here during which they discussed ways to enhance cooperation in different areas, including infrastructure, connectivity and defence. Highlights from today in Lao PDR, where I met world leaders, saw a special Ramayan programme and interacted with the Indian community… pic.twitter.com/alkfeIOEgc— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 10, 2024 Separately, Prime Minister Modi also met his New Zealand counterpart Christopher Luxon on the margins of the ASEAN-India Summit in Vientiane. Modi, who is in the Laotian capital on a two-day visit, met Ishiba on the sidelines of the 21st ASEAN-India Summit and congratulated him on his new responsibility and wished him success in leading Japan to greater heights. “Had a very productive meeting with PM Ishiba. I’m happy to have met him just a few days after he became Japan’s PM. Our talks included ways to enhance cooperation in infrastructure, connectivity, defence and more. Boosting cultural linkages was also discussed,” Modi said in a post on X. Ishiba was appointed Japan’s …

EXPLAINED: Why North Korea’s Olympic silver medalists may face punishment for smiling during a selfie with ‘number one enemy’ – South Korean counterparts | Sport-others News

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North Korean Table Tennis duo of Kim Kum-Yong and Ri Jong-Sik made history at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Not just by winning a silver medal in the mixed doubles category, but by posing for a selfie at the podium alongside their South Korean and Chinese counterparts. A selfie that was posted by the Paris 2024 official handle, and one that went viral – encapsulating the very essence of the modern Olympic Games. However, a month later, it is learnt that the moment hasn’t been received well back home where the duo are facing ‘ideological scrutiny’ for their actions. What happened? After finishing second on the podium for the Table Tennis mixed category event at Paris 2024, Kim Kum-Yong and Ri Jong-Sik were seen posing alongside South Korea’s bronze medalists Lim Jong-Hoon and Shin Yubin during the medals ceremony, with the gold medalists, China’s Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha joining them soon after. Reaction back home According to Daily NK, the ruling party officials in Pyongyang have received a report containing negative post-Olympics evaluation of  Kim …

Argentina Authorities Discuss Bitcoin Adoption Strategy, Experience With Counterparts From El Salvador

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Argentinean officials are in dialogue with their counterparts from El Salvador to gain a deeper understanding on strategies and experiences in adopting Bitcoin. Last week, senior leadership of the Argentinian National Securities Commission (CNV) met with El Salvador’s National Digital Assets Commission (CNAD) to assess the impact of adopting Bitcoin on the economy over the past few years. El Salvador became the first country in the world to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender alongside the US dollar in September 2021. Argentina Could be Planning to Capitalise on the Growing Value of Bitcoin As part of their meeting with CNAD’s Juan Reyes, Argentina’s Roberto Silva and Patricia Boedo noted that the crypto ecosystem has seen a global expansion in the last few years. The meeting saw officials from both the nations exchange ideas and concepts around the use of Bitcoin, the world’s most widely used cryptocurrency. “El Salvador has emerged as one of the leading countries in the use of Bitcoin. We want to strengthen ties with the Republic of El Salvador and therefore, we are …

Bengaluru kids take part in 36-hour music marathon to raise funds for underprivileged counterparts | Bangalore News

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Children in Bengaluru, along with others across the world — from Australia to the Middle East — are raising funds for their underprivileged counterparts via a 36-hour concert that is currently being live-streamed. The event, titled Kidz4Kidz, organised by Bengaluru-registered NGO Enabling Leadership, commenced at 4 pm this Saturday. Explaining the reason why children via their music schools are the ones at the forefront, Enabling Leadership CEO Ravi Sonnad told the Indian Express, “If I come from a background where my parents have given me the access and opportunity to learn music, I have an instrument, can go to a public class or a music school, then there is a certain level of investment that is being made by the parents by which I gain many skills…… (I) can (then) come forward and use their musical skills to help those children who don’t have that level of access.” The fundraiser is set to raise funds for around 2,000 children in government schools across classes 4 to 9 to participate in the NGO’s programmes (which are …