FGN18: CHINA-INDIA-XI

China and India are 'good neighbours, friends and partners': President Xi Beijing: Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday described India and China as "good neighbours, friends and partners", saying that achieving "dragon and elephant dancing together" is the right choice for both countries.

FGN42: US-BESSENT-EUROPE

Europe financing 'war' against itself by buying Russian oil products from India: Bessent New York/Washington: The US imposed 25 per cent tariffs on India for buying Russian oil, but the Europeans signed a trade deal with New Delhi, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said as he emphasised that Europe is financing the "war" against itself by purchasing refined Russian oil products from India.

FGN24: US-SENATOR-INDIA

Republican Senator blames Navarro, Vance and Trump for resisting trade deal with India: Report Washington: Republican Senator Ted Cruz has blamed White House trade adviser Peter Navarro, Vice President J D Vance and President Donald Trump for resisting a trade deal with India, according to a US media report.

FGN47: DAY-WORLD LEADERS

Xi, Trump among world leaders wishing India on 77th Republic Day Beijing/Washington: Chinese President Xi Jinping and his US counterpart Donald Trump were among a host of world leaders who extended their greetings to India on its 77th Republic Day.

FGN49: DAY-2NDLD DIASPORA

Indians abroad celebrate 77th Republic Day with patriotic fervour Beijing/Kathmandu: Indians across the world on Monday enthusiastically celebrated the 77th Republic Day, exchanging greetings, singing the national anthem and patriotic songs.

FGN33: RUSSIA-INDIA-AMBASSADOR

India, Russia moving confidently to achieve USD 100 billion trade target by 2030: Ambassador Moscow: India and Russia are moving confidently to achieve a target of USD 100 billion in bilateral trade by 2030 and steps are being taken to expand the trade basket, Ambassador Vinay Kumar said on Monday.

FGN28: PAK-MYANMAR

Pakistan's FM Dar holds 'very productive' discussions with Myanmar counterpart Islamabad: Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and his counterpart from Myanmar Than Swe on Monday held "very productive" discussions as the two sides reaffirmed their commitment to expand ties in several areas, including religious tourism.

FGN39: DAY-UK

King Charles III's message, community celebrations mark 77th Republic Day in UK London: King Charles III hailed the enduring India-UK partnership in his Republic Day message to President Droupadi Murmu as members of the Indian community gathered at India House on Monday for a flag hoisting ceremony.

FGN41: PAK-BANK

Pakistan’s central bank keeps interest rate unchanged at 10.5% Islamabad: Pakistan’s central bank decided on Monday to keep the interest rate unchanged at 10.5 per cent against the market expectation of reduction.

FGN9: US-RUBIO-R-DAY

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio extends R-Day greeting to India, praises Quad connect New York: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio wished India on Republic Day, as he appreciated Quad cooperation between the countries on defence and other fronts.

FGN26: BANGLA-POLICE-SENTENCE

Bangladesh tribunal sentences to death Dhaka’s former police chief, two others Dhaka: Former Dhaka police commissioner and two other police officers were on Monday sentenced to death by a special Bangladesh tribunal for their alleged role during the 2024 violent street protests that led to then prime minister Sheikh Hasina’s ouster.

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