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PM Modi, Iran President discuss West Asia; India stresses peace, stability

PM Modi, Iran President discuss West Asia; India stresses peace, stability

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India emphasised the need for continued efforts to ensure peace and stability in West Asia and for safeguarding freedom of navigation and commerce during a phone call between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Tuesday. PM Narendra Modi spoke with Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian amid West Asia tensions (File photos) The two leaders spoke on the phone against the backdrop of concerns about the ceasefire in West Asia following fresh attacks by the US and Iran over the past few days. The conversation also came days after Pezeshkian invited Modi for the funeral programme of former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei beginning this week. ALSO READ | Bihar guv, MoS for external affairs set to attend Khamenei’s funeral “Welcomed the progress made in the negotiations and expressed hope that continued efforts will lead to lasting peace in the region. Reiterated the importance of freedom of navigation in the Hormuz Strait for India and the world,” Modi said in a social media post. According to an Indian government readout on the phone call, …

India-Bhutan: Strategic stability through economic synergy

India-Bhutan: Strategic stability through economic synergy

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Recently, India disbursed the fifth tranche of the India-Bhutan Economic Stimulus Programme (ESP) of ₹250 crore reaffirming its central role in catalysing Bhutan’s economic revitalisation, post-pandemic recovery, and generating employment. India has committed a total of ₹1,500 crore under ESP, out of which ₹1,250 crore has been disbursed to date. Another cheque of ₹250 crore was handed over under the National Fuel Price Smoothening Framework, to reduce the impact of rising fuel prices on Bhutanese economy. Bhutan India remains Bhutan’s primary development partner, with more than 30% of the capital expenditure in Bhutan’s 2026-27 budget supported directly through Indian grants. For the 13th Five-Year Plan (2024-2029), India has committed a total of ₹10,000 crore. To date, approximately ₹3,400 crore has been released, covering project assistance and high-impact community development initiatives such as Digital Drukyul, hospitality and tourism, start-ups and innovation as well as education. This cooperation is unique in South Asia. Hydropower is the cornerstone of the partnership, providing Bhutan with significant revenue and India with reliable clean energy. And this partnership has moved beyond …

Quad Foreign Ministers meet LIVE: Amid West Asia turmoil, Quad Foreign Ministers gather to reinforce Indo-Pacific stability

Quad Foreign Ministers meet LIVE: Amid West Asia turmoil, Quad Foreign Ministers gather to reinforce Indo-Pacific stability

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The Quad remains a “vital framework”, Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi said, responding to concerns that the four-nation grouping had lost its relevance, and indicated in an interview that ‘Cooperation over Critical Minerals’ needed for green energy and hi-tech would be at the top of the agenda for the Quadrilateral Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (FMM) on Tuesday (May 25, 2026). Japan is working on critical minerals’ projects in India, Mr. Motegi also said, but called for improved infrastructure, more tax subsidies, and protection for intellectual property rights. “The Quad remains a vital framework among countries that share fundamental values and strategic interests. It has delivered concrete results across a wide range of areas, including maritime security, economic security, and cybersecurity,” Mr. Motegi said, in written responses to questions from The Hindu ahead of the FMM, but side-stepped queries on why the mechanism finds little mention in the strategy documents. Click here to read more… Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. …

Beyond Trending: What is hegemonic stability? 

Beyond Trending: What is hegemonic stability? 

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3 min readNew DelhiMay 22, 2026 04:51 PM IST Calling for an immediate end to hostilities in West Asia, Chinese President Xi Jinping also warned of “unilateral and hegemonic countercurrents running rampant” in the world, as he held talks with his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin. The talks, held during Putin’s two-day visit to Beijing (19-20 May), came less than a week after US President Donald Trump concluded his three-day visit. These visits are seen as underlining China’s emergence not just as a central hub of global diplomacy but also for regional and global stability. The US has long been viewed as the guarantor of global order, but the speculation regarding China’s emergence as an alternative has triggered a debate around the idea of hegemonic stability.  What is hegemony  The word hegemony comes from classical  Greek history, which means supreme command or supremacy. In edited volume Two Hegemonies: Britain 1846-1914 and the United States 1941-2001 (2002), S Ryan Johansson notes that the word hegemony was originally used to describe the relationship of Athens to the other Greek …

“People voted for stability,” says PM Modi on Assembly poll outcome

“People voted for stability,” says PM Modi on Assembly poll outcome

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the results of the Assembly elections reflected the preference of the Indian people for the stability his government has provided at a time when world is facing an atmosphere of “instability” and chaos due to conflicts. Addressing party workers during victory celebrations at the BJP headquarters in Delhi on Monday, the Prime Minister highlighted the broader global context during the voting period. “Another crucial aspect of these results is their timing. While people were voting in these states, a whole host of incidents were unfolding around the world. War sirens were blaring everywhere. An atmosphere of instability and chaos prevailed. Global economies appeared to be in crisis,” he said. He added that despite such global challenges, Indian voters chose a path of stability. “Yet, at that moment, the people of India were voting for stability,” Modi said. Further, while referring to violence in Bengal during polls, he urged workers of all political parties to end the “endless cycle of violence once and for all”. “Today, when the BJP has …

Kerala Assembly elections: Why IUML’s influence underscores its key role in UDF leadership choices, coalition stability

Kerala Assembly elections: Why IUML’s influence underscores its key role in UDF leadership choices, coalition stability

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IUML State president Panakkad Syed Sadikali Shihab Thangal (centre) shares a light moment with P.K. Kunhalikutty (left) (FIle image) | Photo Credit: SAKEER HUSSAIN With just about a day left before the counting of votes in the 2026 Kerala Assembly elections, the role of the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) has come into sharp focus within the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF). Should the coalition secure a mandate on May 4, the IUML, as a key constituent, is expected to play a decisive role not only in government formation but also in shaping leadership choices, particularly the Chief Ministerial pick, at a time when multiple Congress leaders are vying for the post. Published – May 02, 2026 12:13 pm IST Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

India-Africa partnership will be message of stability in turbulent world: Jaishankar| India News

India-Africa partnership will be message of stability in turbulent world: Jaishankar| India News

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New Delhi, As the world navigates through complex geopolitical challenges, the India-Africa partnership assumes particular significance, and it will be a message of “stability” and “reliability” in a turbulent and uncertain world, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Thursday. India-Africa partnership will be message of stability in turbulent world: Jaishankar Addressing a gathering at the unveiling of the logo, theme and website for the upcoming India-Africa Forum Summit-IV, Jaishankar also asserted that together, India and Africa are not just development partners, but also “partners in shaping a better world”. His comments come in the backdrop of multiple conflicts in various parts of the world, including the one in West Asia that has stretched for more than 50 days with global ramifications. The logo for the upcoming summit features a lion, superimposed on an image depicting interlocked maps of India and Africa. It carries the theme ‘Enduring Partnership Shared Vision’ and the date of the summit, -31. Jaishankar said the upcoming summit presents a “unique opportunity” to further “deepen our engagement”. It will offer a …

Why a 10-Hour Window Beats a Strict 16-Hour Fast

Why a 10-Hour Window Beats a Strict 16-Hour Fast

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4 min readNew DelhiApr 17, 2026 11:00 PM IST Quashing popular opinion, nutritionist Amita Gadre recently stated that intermittent fasting is not a “stopgap” measure for weight loss. “Intermittent fasting, or the big notion, is that it is just skipping meals. It isn’t. It’s eating in a restricted manner. It is eating in a timely window, but you still need to be eating well and meeting all of your requirements,” Gadre noted in an Instagram post. She continued, “If you are looking at intermittent fasting as a stopgap to lose 5 kgs and get back to your old habits, please don’t. You are not doing yourself any favour. You are actually going to make it worse because the next time, you will find that you are losing less weight and regaining more. You will end up stuck in a yo-yo dieting situation, and that’s not a healthy place to be.” DISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine. …

‘You could see he wasn’t fully satisfied’: Harbhajan Singh explains how Virat Kohli provided stability to RCB batting vs MI | Cricket News

‘You could see he wasn’t fully satisfied’: Harbhajan Singh explains how Virat Kohli provided stability to RCB batting vs MI | Cricket News

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2 min readApr 13, 2026 06:32 PM IST Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh said that while Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Virat Kohli might have struck a half century in a slightly slower pace as compared to opening partner Phil salt and captain Rajat Patidar, the innings was crucial for RCB to get to 240 vs Mumbai Indians at Wankhede. “Virat Kohli’s half-century came at a slightly slower pace. You could see he wasn’t fully satisfied, especially with the way Phil Salt was scoring at the other end. But his role was crucial. He ensured there were no early wickets and provided stability at the top,” Harbhajan said on JioHotstar. “While players like Rajat Patidar and Salt played more aggressively, Kohli anchored the innings and allowed them to play their natural game. Against someone like Jasprit Bumrah, he was very cautious and played him intelligently, but he made sure to capitalise on the other bowlers whenever there was an opportunity,” he added. Kohli has been a vital cog in RCB’s batting this season, accumulating 179 runs …

‘Restoring stability, deepening economic partnership’| India News

‘Restoring stability, deepening economic partnership’| India News

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Union commerce minister Piyush Goyal conveyed India’s solidarity with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations — the United Arab Emirates, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar and Saudi Arabia — and reiterated its support in addressing any supply chain challenges for essential food items amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia. File photo of Union minister of commerce & industry Piyush Goyal. (ANI) Also read: School staffer kills 5-yr-old student after sexual abuse in Bihar; arrested In a virtual call with GCC secretary general Jasem Mohamed Al Budaiwi, Goyal expressed hope that the ceasefire announced in the region would be enduring and would pave the way for lasting peace and stability, the commerce ministry said in a statement on Friday. Goyal, who is currently occupied in Tamil Nadu as BJP’s in-charge for the state assembly election, also touched base with other GCC members such as the UAE, Bahrain and Kuwait through virtual mode. GCC nations assume significance as India and the bloc negotiate a free trade agreement (FTA) and the bloc is the biggest supplier of energy to …