INDIA NEPAL FRIENDSHIP
China, Iran confirm participation in SCO Civilisational Forum; Shekhawat 'hopeful' Pak will attend
Fifteen countries have confirmed their participation in the upcoming SCO Civilisational Dialogue Forum in New Delhi. China, Kazakhstan, and Iran are among the confirmed participants, with hopes for Pakistan's attendance. The event will take place from November 20 to 22 at Purana Quila, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi attending the opening ceremony. Discussions will focus on reinforcing cultural relations and promoting dialogue among participating countries.
India, Nepal reaffirm commitment to all-round enhancement of partnership as FS Misri meets PM Shah
India and Nepal have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties as Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met Prime Minister Balendra Shah in Kathmandu ahead of his expected visit to Delhi later this month. Discussions covered trade, energy, connectivity, sports and new areas of cooperation, including AI and digital connectivity.
'Looking forward to representing India': Defence Minister Rajnath Singh leaves for Tajikistan for SCO meet
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is traveling to Dushanbe, Tajikistan, for the SCO Heads of Government meeting. The meeting will focus on various cooperative initiatives, including culture, economy, and innovation. India aims to strengthen ties with other SCO members through this engagement. Last year's CHG meeting was hosted in Moscow with S Jaishankar representing India. Pakistan will host the next SCO Summit in 2027 and will invite India.
India and Nepal explore strategic bilateral ties, global role at RIS seminar
Bridging bilateral engagements from academic and diplomatic discourse to humanitarian solidarity, India advanced its assistance towards Nepal following catastrophic floods on August 26, delivering 11 tonnes of relief goods to Nepali officials on Saturday as the ninth aircraft carrying supplies landed in the Himalayan nation from New Delhi.
Nepal’s flood disaster is bigger than the climate blame game
Nepal seeks climate justice and compensation from industrial emitters for a recent disaster. Scientific analysis suggests the event was primarily a geological hazard, not solely climate change. The article highlights inadequate infrastructure and hazard assessments contributing to the disaster's impact. Nepal's naming of China, the US, and India as emitters faces geopolitical and economic considerations. India should offer support and aid to Nepal, acknowledging shared geographical risks.
Nepal flash flood kills eight; damages roads, power projects
Nepal deployed helicopters after flash floods swept away villages, killing eight people. Neighboring Tibet reported major casualties and missing persons due to a mudslide. The Bhote Koshi river's high waters prevented helicopter landings in affected Nepali areas. Roads, bridges, and power projects suffered significant damage, impacting electricity supplies.
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Indian Army chief Dhiraj Seth conferred honorary rank of General of Nepali Army by President Paudel
Indian Army chief General Dhiraj Seth was conferred the honorary rank of General of the Nepali Army by President Ramchandra Paudel during his Nepal visit. The honour reflects a longstanding reciprocal military tradition between India and Nepal. Seth also held talks with Nepali Army chief General Ashok Raj Sigdel and discussed strengthening bilateral defence ties.
Maldives reaffirms commitment to advance close partnership with India in Independence Day greetings
Maldivian President Muizzu has reiterated his commitment to strengthening the bond and enduring friendship with India. On India's 80th Independence Day, warm wishes poured in from multiple nations, including France, Bhutan, and Nepal. Prime Minister Modi expressed gratitude for these affectionate greetings. Such messages underline India's extensive diplomatic efforts and cooperative spirit in the region, highlighting the importance of camaraderie and shared prosperity.
Nepal PM Balen Shah says 'eager to work closely' with India
Nepal's Prime Minister's Office has thanked Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his greetings to newly sworn-in Prime Minister Balendra Shah. The office conveyed Shah's eagerness to collaborate closely with Modi. This collaboration aims to strengthen multifaceted relations between India and Nepal.
Except for Susta and Kalapani, no border issue with India, says Nepal's foreign minister N P Saud
Saud was speaking as a chief guest at an interaction programme organised by the Nepal-Bharat Friendship Society here on the occasion of India's 75th Republic Day which was celebrated on Friday.
India, China congratulate Prachanda on becoming Nepal PM, seek better bilateral ties
On December 25, Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Prachanda soon after he was elected as the new leader of Nepal and said he looks forward to working with him to further strengthen the friendship between the two countries.
India will have to monitor developments in Kathmandu: Foreign policy experts on Nepal's new govt
Former Nepalese Foreign Minister Ramesh Nath Pandey observed that the current situation is not encouraging for India-Nepal ties, saying the "present leaders" created irritants in the relationship in the past.
Modi congratulates Prachanda on being elected Nepal's PM
"Warmest congratulations @cmprachanda on being elected as the Prime Minister of Nepal. The unique relationship between India and Nepal is based on deep cultural connect and warm people-to-people ties. I look forward to working together with you to further strengthen this friendship," Modi said in a tweet.
Nepal, India to hold joint military training exercise
"Indian Army troops arrived today in Saljhandi, Nepal for the 16th Joint India-Nepal Military Ex #SURYAKIRAN. The exercises are a paragon for the exchange of professional experience & cementing the friendship between two armies," the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu tweeted on Wednesday.
Want to push for continued advancement of China-Nepal ties: President Xi Jinping
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday said he wants to push for a continued advancement of ties with Nepal amidst Beijing's sustained forays to shore up pro-China Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli's grip on power in the backdrop of intra-party feud in the ruling communist party.
India values friendship with people of Nepal: MEA
India has been reaching out to friendly neighbouring countries, including Nepal, in line with the prime minister’s initiative to chart out a common strategy to combat Covid-19 in the region. India has extended all possible technical, medical and humanitarian assistance to Nepal.
PM Modi wraps up Nepal visit after attending BIMSTEC Summit
Prime Minister Modi concluded his visit after offering prayers at the Pashupatinath temple, the most sacred and oldest temple of Shiva (Pashupati) in Nepal.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi invites Prachanda to visit India
Modi conveyed this to Bimalendra Nidhi, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Home Affairs of Nepal, when he called on him here.
Ensure India-Nepal ties remain free from 'hiccups': Nepal FM Kamal Thapa
The body is expected to review the entire gamut of Nepal-India relations as well as update or amend all exiting bilateral treaties, agreements, understandings.
Nepal can be a bridge between China and India: Xi Jinping
Nepal can be a bridge between China and India, President Xi Jinping said today and asserted that it is in the common interest of the "two big neighbours" that Nepal enjoys stability and development.
India wants to see Nepal united, inclusive, stable: PM Narendra Modi
Amid an unease in the bilateral relations, PM Narendra Modi today made it clear to Nepal that India's only desire is to see the neighbouring country united, inclusive, stable and prosperous, as he met its Deputy Prime Minister Kamal Thapa.
Constitution row: India hopes 'difficult days' will not affect Indo-Nepal ties
India hoped that 'difficult days' would not affect their friendship as it welcomed the Nepal government's move to hold talks with agitating groups.
No report of anti-India activities by China Study Centres in Nepal: Government
Minister of State for External Affairs General V K Singh also said that there is no report to indicate establishment of Chinese study centres in Bhutan.
India-Nepal border increasing wrinkles on the forehead of security services
After Indo-Bangladesh border along WB, apparently Indo-Nepal border adjoining to the state is also gaining warmth increasing worry for border guarding forces.
India, Nepal agree to review 1950 friendship treaty
Under the provisions, Nepalese citizens have enjoyed unparalleled advantages in India, availing the facilities and opportunities on par with Indian citizens.
India ready to revise 1950 friendship treaty with Nepal
PM Narendra Modi, in his visit to Nepal, told Sushil Koirala that he wanted to see the 1950 India-Nepal treaty completed in his tenure.
India ready to review India-Nepal Friendship Treaty: Narendra Modi
Narendra Modi tonight said he was ready to consider suggestions if any to review the 1950 India-Nepal Friendship Treaty that governs the relationship between the two countries.
India, China face similar complexities in neighbourhood: Report
As PM Modi is poised to visit Nepal, a possible topic during his visit will be revision of 1950 India-Nepal Treaty of Peace & Friendship.
Planned review of Indo-Nepal friendship treaty may brighten grey areas of border management
It also directed the Foreign Secretaries to make necessary recommendations and Nepal-India Boundary Working Group to commence field works at the earliest.
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