June 28, 2026
Jharkhand Board Class 12 results expected soon at jacresults.com, over 3.75 lakh students await outcome

Jharkhand Board Class 12 results expected soon at jacresults.com, over 3.75 lakh students await outcome

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Jharkhand board class 12 result likely soon with scrutiny and toppers update JAC 12th Result 2026: The Jharkhand Academic Council is expected to announce the JAC Board Class 12 Result 2026 shortly, with more than 3.75 lakh students awaiting scores across Arts, Science and Commerce streams. The Intermediate examinations were conducted from February 3 to…

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Indian Coast Guard commissions new-gen fast patrol vessel ‘Achal’

Indian Coast Guard commissions new-gen fast patrol vessel ‘Achal’

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NEW DELHI: The Indian Coast Guard marked a significant enhancement in its operational capability with the commissioning of ICGS Achal, the latest vessel in the new-generation Adamya-class fast patrol vessel series, at Goa Shipyard Ltd on Saturday.Named ‘Achal’, meaning ‘firm’, the 5th fast patrol vessel has 60% indigenous content, dual-class certification (ABS & IRS), and…

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Chinese proverb of the day: “A man who loves many women, loves none. But a man…” — life lessons on loyalty, emotional depth, commitment, human connection, and why real love is often built on devotion rather than endless desire

Chinese proverb of the day: “A man who loves many women, loves none. But a man…” — life lessons on loyalty, emotional depth, commitment, human connection, and why real love is often built on devotion rather than endless desire

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Chinese proverb of the day (Image: AI-generated) Some proverbs survive for generations because they contain advice people can apply directly to life. Others survive because they quietly challenge human behaviour in ways that still feel uncomfortable centuries later. This Chinese proverb seems to do both at once. The wording feels romantic at first, though there…

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NEW DELHI: In a fresh setback for TMC chief Mamata Banerjee, the Calcutta high court on Thursday refused to grant interim relief in a plea challenging the appointment of rebel TMC MLA Ritabrata Banerjee as leader of opposition in the West Bengal assembly, allowing the Speaker’s decision to remain in force pending further hearings.Justice Krishna Rao declined to pass any interim order in the matter, allowing the Speaker’s decision to remain in force until further hearings. Watch Ex-TMC Leader Ritabrata Remains LoP As Calcutta HC Rejects Stay Plea | WatchThe petition challenged the recognition of Ritabrata Banerjee as leader of opposition by the West Bengal legislative assembly speaker, instead of Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay, who was the choice of TMC chief Mamata Banerjee.The court directed the parties to complete the exchange of affidavits before the next hearing. Justice Rao asked the respondents to file their affidavit-in-opposition within three weeks, while the petitioner has been granted two weeks thereafter to file a reply.The matter is scheduled to be heard next on July 28.With the high court refusing to stay the Speaker’s decision, Ritabrata Banerjee will continue to serve as the recognised leader of opposition pending the outcome of the case.The dispute stems from a major political crisis within the Trinamool Congress after Ritabrata Banerjee, who was expelled from the party, emerged as the face of a rebellion against the TMC leadership. Ritabrata claimed the support of 58 rebel TMC MLAs and formed a breakaway faction that acknowledged Mamata Banerjee as the party’s leader but rejected the authority of her nephew and TMC national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee.The controversy escalated after West Bengal assembly speaker Rathindra Bose accepted the rebel faction’s claim and appointed Ritabrata Banerjee as the leader of opposition, overriding the official nominee backed by the Mamata Banerjee camp.PollShould political factions within parties be allowed to publicly challenge party leadership?Yes, it’s a democratic right.No, it causes instability.Mamata Banerjee’s faction subsequently moved the Calcutta high court, arguing that the Speaker’s decision bypassed the officially recognised political party and violated constitutional principles governing legislative party recognition.(With inputs from agencies)Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosDelhi-NCR Unveils Vision For Four New Cities As Population Set To Surge’Mother Of All Trade Deals’: India, EU Target FTA Signing Before End Of 2026’Jahan Thackeray Wahan Shiv Sena’: Sanjay Raut Rejects Split RumoursDefence Output More Than Doubles In Five Years As India Pushes Self-RelianceRanchi Police Arrest 2 Accused In RSS Office Petrol Bomb Attack’Calculated Move To Isolate And Endanger Her’: TMC On Mamata Security RowPM Modi, Trump Hold Bilateral Talks On Hormuz, Seafarers, Defence, Trade TiesSpeaker to Hear TMC and Rebel Camps Before Deciding on Breakaway Faction’s Claim’If India Comes Under Attack And Modi Is The Leader, US Will Help’: Trump’It’s A Rough…’: Trump Reacts To Indian Seafarers’ Deaths As PM Modi Raises Concerns123Photostories8 comfortable saree-draping styles every working woman should try for long office hoursBeyond Buland Darwaza: Discover the mysterious Hiran Minar at Fatehpur SikriAre zebras black with white stripes or white with black? 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NEW DELHI: In a fresh setback for TMC chief Mamata Banerjee, the Calcutta high court on Thursday refused to grant interim relief in a plea challenging the appointment of rebel TMC MLA Ritabrata Banerjee as leader of opposition in the West Bengal assembly, allowing the Speaker’s decision to remain in force pending further hearings.Justice Krishna Rao declined to pass any interim order in the matter, allowing the Speaker’s decision to remain in force until further hearings. Watch Ex-TMC Leader Ritabrata Remains LoP As Calcutta HC Rejects Stay Plea | WatchThe petition challenged the recognition of Ritabrata Banerjee as leader of opposition by the West Bengal legislative assembly speaker, instead of Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay, who was the choice of TMC chief Mamata Banerjee.The court directed the parties to complete the exchange of affidavits before the next hearing. Justice Rao asked the respondents to file their affidavit-in-opposition within three weeks, while the petitioner has been granted two weeks thereafter to file a reply.The matter is scheduled to be heard next on July 28.With the high court refusing to stay the Speaker’s decision, Ritabrata Banerjee will continue to serve as the recognised leader of opposition pending the outcome of the case.The dispute stems from a major political crisis within the Trinamool Congress after Ritabrata Banerjee, who was expelled from the party, emerged as the face of a rebellion against the TMC leadership. Ritabrata claimed the support of 58 rebel TMC MLAs and formed a breakaway faction that acknowledged Mamata Banerjee as the party’s leader but rejected the authority of her nephew and TMC national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee.The controversy escalated after West Bengal assembly speaker Rathindra Bose accepted the rebel faction’s claim and appointed Ritabrata Banerjee as the leader of opposition, overriding the official nominee backed by the Mamata Banerjee camp.PollShould political factions within parties be allowed to publicly challenge party leadership?Yes, it’s a democratic right.No, it causes instability.Mamata Banerjee’s faction subsequently moved the Calcutta high court, arguing that the Speaker’s decision bypassed the officially recognised political party and violated constitutional principles governing legislative party recognition.(With inputs from agencies)Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosDelhi-NCR Unveils Vision For Four New Cities As Population Set To Surge’Mother Of All Trade Deals’: India, EU Target FTA Signing Before End Of 2026’Jahan Thackeray Wahan Shiv Sena’: Sanjay Raut Rejects Split RumoursDefence Output More Than Doubles In Five Years As India Pushes Self-RelianceRanchi Police Arrest 2 Accused In RSS Office Petrol Bomb Attack’Calculated Move To Isolate And Endanger Her’: TMC On Mamata Security RowPM Modi, Trump Hold Bilateral Talks On Hormuz, Seafarers, Defence, Trade TiesSpeaker to Hear TMC and Rebel Camps Before Deciding on Breakaway Faction’s Claim’If India Comes Under Attack And Modi Is The Leader, US Will Help’: Trump’It’s A Rough…’: Trump Reacts To Indian Seafarers’ Deaths As PM Modi Raises Concerns123Photostories8 comfortable saree-draping styles every working woman should try for long office hoursBeyond Buland Darwaza: Discover the mysterious Hiran Minar at Fatehpur SikriAre zebras black with white stripes or white with black? 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NEW DELHI: In a fresh setback for TMC chief Mamata Banerjee, the Calcutta high court on Thursday refused to grant interim relief in a plea challenging the appointment of rebel TMC MLA Ritabrata Banerjee as leader of opposition in the West Bengal assembly, allowing the Speaker’s decision to remain in force pending further hearings.Justice Krishna…

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NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday took a sharp dig at the Congress and the Gandhi family during his speech in the Rajya Sabha, accusing them of being “habitual thieves” and alleging that they had even “stolen” Mahatma Gandhi’s surname.”For some people, stealing is a family profession. What’s shocking is that those habitual thieves have also stolen surname of a Gujarati, Mahatma Gandhi,” PM Modi said amid sloganeering and a walkout by the opposition members. Lok Sabha Passes President’s Address Without PM’s Reply For The First Time Since 2004 Amid Standoff Further taking a “start up” dig at the Congress party, and and leader of opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, the prime minister alleged that the party never encouraged a startup culture and mocked its leadership.”Congress never promoted startup culture… They cannot even lift the startup of their own house,” PM Modi said.He also targeted Rahul over his remarks made in the House a day earlier, referring to him as the Congress “Yuvraj”. “What happened yesterday, the ‘Yuvraj’ of Congress who has ‘shaatir dimag’, called an MP of this House ‘traitor’. His arrogance is at its peak,” PM Modi said.Also read: ‘Congress hates Sikhs’: PM Modi slams Rahul Gandhi’s ‘traitor’ remarkHe alleged that the comment was selectively directed at a Sikh MP. “He did not call anyone else who has left the Congress a traitor. But he called the MP a traitor, because he is a Sikh. This was an insult to the Sikhs, an insult to the Gurus. This was an expression of the hatred for Sikhs that is filled in the Congress,” the prime minister said.”He is a member of a family who sacrificed themselves for the country. Just because he changed his political ideology, he became a traitor? This is not a small word. How can the country tolerate a citizen being called a traitor?” he added. Calling the episode “highly unfortunate”, the prime minister added, “Such people will sink Congress.”Also read: ‘I eat 2kg of gaalis daily’: In light moment during RS speech, PM Modi reveals ‘health secret’About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’Sit And Protest’: PM Modi Unfazed By Slogans, Takes Dig At Kharge As Opposition Walks Out Of RS’PM Hiding Behind Speaker’: Priyanka Gandhi Slams Om Birla’s Remark On Modi’s Lok Sabha Speech SkipWorld Praises India-US Trade Deal: PM Modi Tells Rajya Sabha Youth Will Gain Global Opportunities’Women MPs Near PM’s Chair’: Speaker Om Birla Reveals Why PM Modi Skipped Lok Sabha Speech’India Open To Explore Commercial Merits Of Venezuela Oil Import’: MEA On Trump’s Russian Oil ClaimIndia Shifts Trade Focus To Gulf Bloc After US And EU Deals, Piyush Goyal Announces Fresh FTA PushRajya Sabha Explodes As Nadda, Mallikarjun Kharge Trade Barbs Over Rahul Gandhi, ‘Gag’ On OppositionArt of the deal: How India turned from Maharaja of tariffs to king of dealsIndia And US Close In On Trade Deal, Union Minister Piyush Goyal Says Signing Likely By Mid-MarchMumbai-Pune Expressway Nightmare Ends After 32 Hours Exposing Gaps In Emergency Response123Photostories8 quick vegetarian air fryer dishes you can make in under 10 minutesFrom a lavish house in Dubai to net worth: Tejasswi Prakash and Karan Kundrra’s luxurious lifestyle5 countries where tourist travel is extremely restrictedZeenat Aman, Rekha, Waheeda Rehman, Madhubala: Rare, unseen moments of Bollywood’s most iconic leading ladiesAnanya Panday, Sara Ali Khan, Mouni Roy and Raveena Tandon: Celebrities who proudly display their Shiv bhakti sideAbhishek Bachchan birthday special: Must-watch films on OTT including ‘Guru’, ‘Dasvi’, ‘Manmarziyaan’, ‘Ludo’ and ‘Ghoomer’Kangana Ranaut is owning Parliament style again: 5 saree looks that made everyone stop scrollingValentine’s Week 2026: 7 romantic desserts to celebrate every day leading up to Valentine’s DayFrom Kirron Kher to Hina Khan: TV celebrities who fought and survived cancerWhat is RERA and what role it plays in the Real Estate sector123Hot PicksBudget 2026Gold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionGCC Unified Visa 2026Income Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingNBA Trade NewsNBA Trade UpdateNew Jersey Devils TradeStefon DiggsFramber ValdezWPL Final PreviewHarmanpreet KaurDeontay WilderBrad MarchandChris Paul

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday took a sharp dig at the Congress and the Gandhi family during his speech in the Rajya Sabha, accusing them of being “habitual thieves” and alleging that they had even “stolen” Mahatma Gandhi’s surname.”For some people, stealing is a family profession. What’s shocking is that those habitual thieves have also stolen surname of a Gujarati, Mahatma Gandhi,” PM Modi said amid sloganeering and a walkout by the opposition members. Lok Sabha Passes President’s Address Without PM’s Reply For The First Time Since 2004 Amid Standoff Further taking a “start up” dig at the Congress party, and and leader of opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, the prime minister alleged that the party never encouraged a startup culture and mocked its leadership.”Congress never promoted startup culture… They cannot even lift the startup of their own house,” PM Modi said.He also targeted Rahul over his remarks made in the House a day earlier, referring to him as the Congress “Yuvraj”. “What happened yesterday, the ‘Yuvraj’ of Congress who has ‘shaatir dimag’, called an MP of this House ‘traitor’. His arrogance is at its peak,” PM Modi said.Also read: ‘Congress hates Sikhs’: PM Modi slams Rahul Gandhi’s ‘traitor’ remarkHe alleged that the comment was selectively directed at a Sikh MP. “He did not call anyone else who has left the Congress a traitor. But he called the MP a traitor, because he is a Sikh. This was an insult to the Sikhs, an insult to the Gurus. This was an expression of the hatred for Sikhs that is filled in the Congress,” the prime minister said.”He is a member of a family who sacrificed themselves for the country. Just because he changed his political ideology, he became a traitor? This is not a small word. How can the country tolerate a citizen being called a traitor?” he added. Calling the episode “highly unfortunate”, the prime minister added, “Such people will sink Congress.”Also read: ‘I eat 2kg of gaalis daily’: In light moment during RS speech, PM Modi reveals ‘health secret’About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’Sit And Protest’: PM Modi Unfazed By Slogans, Takes Dig At Kharge As Opposition Walks Out Of RS’PM Hiding Behind Speaker’: Priyanka Gandhi Slams Om Birla’s Remark On Modi’s Lok Sabha Speech SkipWorld Praises India-US Trade Deal: PM Modi Tells Rajya Sabha Youth Will Gain Global Opportunities’Women MPs Near PM’s Chair’: Speaker Om Birla Reveals Why PM Modi Skipped Lok Sabha Speech’India Open To Explore Commercial Merits Of Venezuela Oil Import’: MEA On Trump’s Russian Oil ClaimIndia Shifts Trade Focus To Gulf Bloc After US And EU Deals, Piyush Goyal Announces Fresh FTA PushRajya Sabha Explodes As Nadda, Mallikarjun Kharge Trade Barbs Over Rahul Gandhi, ‘Gag’ On OppositionArt of the deal: How India turned from Maharaja of tariffs to king of dealsIndia And US Close In On Trade Deal, Union Minister Piyush Goyal Says Signing Likely By Mid-MarchMumbai-Pune Expressway Nightmare Ends After 32 Hours Exposing Gaps In Emergency Response123Photostories8 quick vegetarian air fryer dishes you can make in under 10 minutesFrom a lavish house in Dubai to net worth: Tejasswi Prakash and Karan Kundrra’s luxurious lifestyle5 countries where tourist travel is extremely restrictedZeenat Aman, Rekha, Waheeda Rehman, Madhubala: Rare, unseen moments of Bollywood’s most iconic leading ladiesAnanya Panday, Sara Ali Khan, Mouni Roy and Raveena Tandon: Celebrities who proudly display their Shiv bhakti sideAbhishek Bachchan birthday special: Must-watch films on OTT including ‘Guru’, ‘Dasvi’, ‘Manmarziyaan’, ‘Ludo’ and ‘Ghoomer’Kangana Ranaut is owning Parliament style again: 5 saree looks that made everyone stop scrollingValentine’s Week 2026: 7 romantic desserts to celebrate every day leading up to Valentine’s DayFrom Kirron Kher to Hina Khan: TV celebrities who fought and survived cancerWhat is RERA and what role it plays in the Real Estate sector123Hot PicksBudget 2026Gold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionGCC Unified Visa 2026Income Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingNBA Trade NewsNBA Trade UpdateNew Jersey Devils TradeStefon DiggsFramber ValdezWPL Final PreviewHarmanpreet KaurDeontay WilderBrad MarchandChris Paul

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NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday took a sharp dig at the Congress and the Gandhi family during his speech in the Rajya Sabha, accusing them of being “habitual thieves” and alleging that they had even “stolen” Mahatma Gandhi’s surname.“For some people, stealing is a family profession. What’s shocking is that those habitual…

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MBA–MMS CET 2026 second attempt registration opens for one day on April 24

MBA–MMS CET 2026 second attempt registration opens for one day on April 24

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CET Cell announces special extension for MBA–MMS second attempt registration MBA MMS CET 2026: The first phase of the Common Entrance Test (CET) conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell for admission to the postgraduate professional courses Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Management Studies (MMS) for the academic year 2026–27 was…

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South Korean President Lee Jae Myung Make in India, Together with Korea: Korean president backs Atmanirbhar BharatAs he arrived in India for a State visit, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said Koreas and India must work closely as emerging global leaders amid heightened geopolitical uncertainty, and that the 2 countries can give a new direction to multilateralism when it’s faced with mounting challenges. In an exclusive interview to TOI, Lee said while Korea exemplified remarkable economic growth under the multilateral trading system, India stood well placed to shape new global rules with its economic scale and dynamism. On China’s dominance in critical minerals, Lee said that reducing excessive dependence on any single country had become a matter of survival, directly linked to the economic security of both India and South Korea.Speaking on the Hormuz crisis, the president said that ensuring the security of critical maritime routes is essential for the survival of both nations and Korea will work together to ensure freedom of navigation in the key energy waterway. With focus now on defence industrial collaboration, the president said Seoul will fully back India’s “independent production” of defence equipment, while exploring joint technology development and coproduction. In an exclusive interview to Sachin Parashar and Alpyu Singh, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung shared his vision for the special strategic partnership with India in key areas like trade, technology, critical minerals, defence and ship-building in which Seoul is a global leader. Excerpts: This is your first visit to India as president. How do you hope to further strengthen the special strategic partnership with India in the current circumstances, especially in key areas like trade, and critical and emerging technology? India – the world’s most populous country, the fourth-largest economy, and a leading voice of the Global South – is an ideal partner for the Republic of Korea. Our partnership rests not only on highly complementary economies, but also on shared core values of democracy and a market economy. At a time of heightened geopolitical uncertainty and mounting challenges to multilateralism, it is more imperative than ever that Korea and India work closely together as emerging global leaders. Building on our Special Strategic Partnership, we will deepen comprehensive ties of cooperation that drives mutual growth and innovation, while expanding our strategic horizons. A key priority is accelerating negotiations to upgrade the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). Beyond traditional sectors such as electronics and automobiles, we will broaden cooperation into shipbuilding, finance, and the defense industry, bringing to life the vision of “Make in India, Together with Korea.” We will also step up collaboration in AI and digital technologies. Korea’s, world-class AI infrastructure and India’s vast pool of AI talent make us natural partners. Together, we will actively identify projects that generate meaningful synergy. At the same time, we will further expand cultural and people-to-people exchanges, the enduring foundation of our relationship. By bringing together India’s rich cultural assets, exemplified by Bollywood, and Korea’s globally influential K-Culture, we aim to create even greater synergy. Since my first meeting with PM Modi in Canada in June last year, I have felt a genuine warmth and familiarity, as if reconnecting with an old friend. I believe in our shared commitment to people-centered politics, holding on to hope even in times of adversity. It’s therefore especially meaningful, and a great pleasure, for me to visit India and meet PM Modi again. I am confident that this visit will mark an important milestone in further strengthening the friendship and trust between our two nations. Like India, South Korea is heavily dependent on safe passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz for its energy needs. How can both countries work together to aid efforts to keep the key energy route open and minimise the impact of the West Asia crisis on global economy and energy security, as well as to de-risk supply chains globally? Both the Republic of Korea and India depend on the Middle East for a significant share of their energy supplies, including crude oil and natural gas. Accordingly, ensuring the security of critical maritime routes is essential to the safety of our peoples and the very survival of our nations.Korea will maintain close communication with India to ensure that all vessels can navigate the Strait of Hormuz safely and freely. We will also continue to work together in relevant international forums to uphold this shared commitment. Another task that our two countries must undertake together is diversifying energy supply chains. Amid growing uncertainties in the global economy, I am confident that forward-looking and strategic cooperation between Korea and India can substantially further our shared national interests.The strategic defence partnership has been strengthened by the co-production of K9 Vajra howitzers. How do you propose to take this partnership forward, especially in terms of technology-sharing that could boost India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative? The Republic of Korea fully supports India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. It is a plan of significant industrial and economic potential, and I am confident that it will certainly be realized thanks to PM Modi’s steadfast commitment. However, self-reliance is difficult to achieve entirely on one’s own. Korea’s rapid industrial development and economic growth were made possible through considerable support and assistance from partner countries.In this regard, Korea seeks to serve as India’s key partner in advancing the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. In particular, the K9 Vajra howitzer project stands as an exemplary case of our bilateral defense and defense industry cooperation. The contract for the second phase of the K9 Vajra project, signed in April last year, provides for more than 60 percent of the manufacturing process to be carried out in India. It is currently being implemented smoothly, as planned. Building on such examples of cooperation, Korea will continue to provide full support for India’s independent production and operation of defense equipment. Moreover, we will discuss various avenues of cooperation in joint technology development and coproduction as well as operations and maintenance, so that both countries’ defense industry ecosystems can advance together. Both countries are exploring opportunities for cooperation in critical energy transition minerals – amid global efforts for resource diversification to avoid reliance on China – and also in areas like the maritime sector and shipbuilding in which South Korea is a global leader. Is there any roadmap that you have in mind for a more result-oriented partnership in these areas? With global supply chains undergoing reconfiguration, reducing excessive dependence on any single country has become a matter of survival, directly linked to the economic security of both nations. In particular, securing critical minerals, which are essential for cutting-edge industries, and stabilizing the maritime logistics networks for those resources will be key factors in national competitiveness going forward.India possesses critical minerals, while Korea has the capabilities to manufacture them into rechargeable batteries, electric vehicles and other advanced products. This makes our two countries ideal partners for generating synergy. By moving beyond the traditional model of importing raw material and combining Korea’s technology with India’s mining and refining industries, we can work together to establish stable critical-mineral supply chains. There is also boundless potential for bilateral cooperation in the shipping and shipbuilding sectors. For India to emerge as a global logistics and manufacturing hub, securing shipbuilding and maritime transport capabilities is essential.With world-class expertise in shipbuilding and shipping, as well as extensive experience in overseas port projects, Korea is well positioned to become India’s foremost partner. I understand that relevant MOUs are expected to be signed during the upcoming visit. I look forward to the day when vessels jointly built by our two countries sail across the world’s oceans. Bow that there are question marks about the US commitment to the Indo-Pacific under President Trump – and with Washington’s focus shifting also to West Asia – how do you propose to work with like-minded countries to ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific? The world today faces complex and multi-layered crises. We are in a time of profound upheaval, as rising protectionism and the restructuring of global supply chains unsettle the foundation of the existing international order.The war in the Middle East has underscored the strategic reality that the Indian and Pacific Oceans form a single, interconnected maritime space – one whose stability no country can secure alone. Despite its intense dynamism and vast potential, the Indo-Pacific, has long remained more a beneficiary than a shaper of the international order, constrained by geopolitical tensions and the lack of institutional frameworks,Today, however, regional countries, including Korea, have the capacity to lead in strengthening multilateralism and advancing a rules-based order. At this critical juncture, Korea will work closely with regional partners, playing a bridging role to foster deeper cooperation and help anchor a more resilient regional order.As strategic coordination and unity across the Indo-Pacific have become ever more vital, my government will continue to expand cooperation with regional partners, including India. In this spirit, we participated this year in the International Fleet Review and the multilateral exercise MILAN hosted by India. We intend to join the India-led Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative. Peace and prosperity are essential to realizing a free and open Indo-Pacific. To that end, we will deepen cooperation with key partners, including India, in strategic sectors such as shipbuilding, finance, AI, and the defense industry.Both India and South Korea have been at the receiving end of the US tariff policy. While Seoul has signed a trade deal under which it will invest 0 billion in US industries, India’s efforts for a bilateral trade agreement with Washington is still a work in progress. What’s the advice you can offer to New Delhi on managing the trade relationship with the US? Also, how can India and South Korea help in keeping the global trade framework multilateral, rules-based and inclusive?Korea and the US were able to reach a successful trade agreement last year because both sides pursued creative, pragmatic solutions.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosUS Nationals Detained At Srinagar Airport Over Banned Satellite DeviceNo Fuel Shortage: Govt Assures 100% Domestic Gas Supply As India’s LPG Demand Falls 13% In MarchPM Modi Takes ‘Jhalmuri’ Break, Interacts With Locals In West Bengal’s Jhargram Amid Poll CampaignIndia Warns Iran Of Consequences After Attack On Two Tankers In Strait Of HormuzIndia Expands Export Relief After Hormuz Tensions Adds Egypt & Jordan To Shield Trade RoutesCongress Holds Protest After PM Modi’s Address To The Nation On Women’s Reservation Bill SetbackIndia’s Naval Push In Indo-Pacific: IOS Sagar Departs Phuket After Successful Thailand Port CallManipur Streets Erupt As Security Forces Fire Tear Gas On Protesters | WatchManipur Horror: Retired Soldier Among Two Shot Dead In Ukhrul Highway AttackWhat We Know About Indian Ships Hit In Hormuz Strait By Iran Gunboats And Unknown Projectile123Photostories5 style lessons from Amitabh Bachchan’s iconic wardrobeWhy you forget names instantly: It’s not your memory, it’s your attention, and here’s how to fix it5 Horror movies based on real-life events: ‘The Conjuring’, ‘The Exorcist,’ and moreTop 5 sneaker releases of 2026 you shouldn’t missBeautiful Indo-Arabic and Persian baby names quietly used in Indian familiesHe never drank alcohol, yet was diagnosed with severe fatty liver: What this says about modern diets and silent lifestyle risksHow to stop rice flour roti from cracking: 5 proven home tips to make soft and puffed rotiAs Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh announce second pregnancy, a look at Bollywood’s cutest pregnancy announcementsInside Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez’s parenting style: How they’re raising grounded, disciplined teen sons7 factors driving property price growth in Indian metro cities123Hot PicksIran warDelimitation Bill DefeatPurple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingIPL Orange Cap 2026VijayPM Modi LiveWorld Largest EconomySue BirdIce SpicePahalgam Pony Wallah StoryWomen Quota BillE Coli Smuggling CaseErika Kirk Event

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung Make in India, Together with Korea: Korean president backs Atmanirbhar BharatAs he arrived in India for a State visit, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said Koreas and India must work closely as emerging global leaders amid heightened geopolitical uncertainty, and that the 2 countries can give a new direction to multilateralism when it’s faced with mounting challenges. In an exclusive interview to TOI, Lee said while Korea exemplified remarkable economic growth under the multilateral trading system, India stood well placed to shape new global rules with its economic scale and dynamism. On China’s dominance in critical minerals, Lee said that reducing excessive dependence on any single country had become a matter of survival, directly linked to the economic security of both India and South Korea.Speaking on the Hormuz crisis, the president said that ensuring the security of critical maritime routes is essential for the survival of both nations and Korea will work together to ensure freedom of navigation in the key energy waterway. With focus now on defence industrial collaboration, the president said Seoul will fully back India’s “independent production” of defence equipment, while exploring joint technology development and coproduction. In an exclusive interview to Sachin Parashar and Alpyu Singh, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung shared his vision for the special strategic partnership with India in key areas like trade, technology, critical minerals, defence and ship-building in which Seoul is a global leader. Excerpts: This is your first visit to India as president. How do you hope to further strengthen the special strategic partnership with India in the current circumstances, especially in key areas like trade, and critical and emerging technology? India – the world’s most populous country, the fourth-largest economy, and a leading voice of the Global South – is an ideal partner for the Republic of Korea. Our partnership rests not only on highly complementary economies, but also on shared core values of democracy and a market economy. At a time of heightened geopolitical uncertainty and mounting challenges to multilateralism, it is more imperative than ever that Korea and India work closely together as emerging global leaders. Building on our Special Strategic Partnership, we will deepen comprehensive ties of cooperation that drives mutual growth and innovation, while expanding our strategic horizons. A key priority is accelerating negotiations to upgrade the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). Beyond traditional sectors such as electronics and automobiles, we will broaden cooperation into shipbuilding, finance, and the defense industry, bringing to life the vision of “Make in India, Together with Korea.” We will also step up collaboration in AI and digital technologies. Korea’s, world-class AI infrastructure and India’s vast pool of AI talent make us natural partners. Together, we will actively identify projects that generate meaningful synergy. At the same time, we will further expand cultural and people-to-people exchanges, the enduring foundation of our relationship. By bringing together India’s rich cultural assets, exemplified by Bollywood, and Korea’s globally influential K-Culture, we aim to create even greater synergy. Since my first meeting with PM Modi in Canada in June last year, I have felt a genuine warmth and familiarity, as if reconnecting with an old friend. I believe in our shared commitment to people-centered politics, holding on to hope even in times of adversity. It’s therefore especially meaningful, and a great pleasure, for me to visit India and meet PM Modi again. I am confident that this visit will mark an important milestone in further strengthening the friendship and trust between our two nations. Like India, South Korea is heavily dependent on safe passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz for its energy needs. How can both countries work together to aid efforts to keep the key energy route open and minimise the impact of the West Asia crisis on global economy and energy security, as well as to de-risk supply chains globally? Both the Republic of Korea and India depend on the Middle East for a significant share of their energy supplies, including crude oil and natural gas. Accordingly, ensuring the security of critical maritime routes is essential to the safety of our peoples and the very survival of our nations.Korea will maintain close communication with India to ensure that all vessels can navigate the Strait of Hormuz safely and freely. We will also continue to work together in relevant international forums to uphold this shared commitment. Another task that our two countries must undertake together is diversifying energy supply chains. Amid growing uncertainties in the global economy, I am confident that forward-looking and strategic cooperation between Korea and India can substantially further our shared national interests.The strategic defence partnership has been strengthened by the co-production of K9 Vajra howitzers. How do you propose to take this partnership forward, especially in terms of technology-sharing that could boost India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative? The Republic of Korea fully supports India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. It is a plan of significant industrial and economic potential, and I am confident that it will certainly be realized thanks to PM Modi’s steadfast commitment. However, self-reliance is difficult to achieve entirely on one’s own. Korea’s rapid industrial development and economic growth were made possible through considerable support and assistance from partner countries.In this regard, Korea seeks to serve as India’s key partner in advancing the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. In particular, the K9 Vajra howitzer project stands as an exemplary case of our bilateral defense and defense industry cooperation. The contract for the second phase of the K9 Vajra project, signed in April last year, provides for more than 60 percent of the manufacturing process to be carried out in India. It is currently being implemented smoothly, as planned. Building on such examples of cooperation, Korea will continue to provide full support for India’s independent production and operation of defense equipment. Moreover, we will discuss various avenues of cooperation in joint technology development and coproduction as well as operations and maintenance, so that both countries’ defense industry ecosystems can advance together. Both countries are exploring opportunities for cooperation in critical energy transition minerals – amid global efforts for resource diversification to avoid reliance on China – and also in areas like the maritime sector and shipbuilding in which South Korea is a global leader. Is there any roadmap that you have in mind for a more result-oriented partnership in these areas? With global supply chains undergoing reconfiguration, reducing excessive dependence on any single country has become a matter of survival, directly linked to the economic security of both nations. In particular, securing critical minerals, which are essential for cutting-edge industries, and stabilizing the maritime logistics networks for those resources will be key factors in national competitiveness going forward.India possesses critical minerals, while Korea has the capabilities to manufacture them into rechargeable batteries, electric vehicles and other advanced products. This makes our two countries ideal partners for generating synergy. By moving beyond the traditional model of importing raw material and combining Korea’s technology with India’s mining and refining industries, we can work together to establish stable critical-mineral supply chains. There is also boundless potential for bilateral cooperation in the shipping and shipbuilding sectors. For India to emerge as a global logistics and manufacturing hub, securing shipbuilding and maritime transport capabilities is essential.With world-class expertise in shipbuilding and shipping, as well as extensive experience in overseas port projects, Korea is well positioned to become India’s foremost partner. I understand that relevant MOUs are expected to be signed during the upcoming visit. I look forward to the day when vessels jointly built by our two countries sail across the world’s oceans. Bow that there are question marks about the US commitment to the Indo-Pacific under President Trump – and with Washington’s focus shifting also to West Asia – how do you propose to work with like-minded countries to ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific? The world today faces complex and multi-layered crises. We are in a time of profound upheaval, as rising protectionism and the restructuring of global supply chains unsettle the foundation of the existing international order.The war in the Middle East has underscored the strategic reality that the Indian and Pacific Oceans form a single, interconnected maritime space – one whose stability no country can secure alone. Despite its intense dynamism and vast potential, the Indo-Pacific, has long remained more a beneficiary than a shaper of the international order, constrained by geopolitical tensions and the lack of institutional frameworks,Today, however, regional countries, including Korea, have the capacity to lead in strengthening multilateralism and advancing a rules-based order. At this critical juncture, Korea will work closely with regional partners, playing a bridging role to foster deeper cooperation and help anchor a more resilient regional order.As strategic coordination and unity across the Indo-Pacific have become ever more vital, my government will continue to expand cooperation with regional partners, including India. In this spirit, we participated this year in the International Fleet Review and the multilateral exercise MILAN hosted by India. We intend to join the India-led Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative. Peace and prosperity are essential to realizing a free and open Indo-Pacific. To that end, we will deepen cooperation with key partners, including India, in strategic sectors such as shipbuilding, finance, AI, and the defense industry.Both India and South Korea have been at the receiving end of the US tariff policy. While Seoul has signed a trade deal under which it will invest $350 billion in US industries, India’s efforts for a bilateral trade agreement with Washington is still a work in progress. What’s the advice you can offer to New Delhi on managing the trade relationship with the US? Also, how can India and South Korea help in keeping the global trade framework multilateral, rules-based and inclusive?Korea and the US were able to reach a successful trade agreement last year because both sides pursued creative, pragmatic solutions.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosUS Nationals Detained At Srinagar Airport Over Banned Satellite DeviceNo Fuel Shortage: Govt Assures 100% Domestic Gas Supply As India’s LPG Demand Falls 13% In MarchPM Modi Takes ‘Jhalmuri’ Break, Interacts With Locals In West Bengal’s Jhargram Amid Poll CampaignIndia Warns Iran Of Consequences After Attack On Two Tankers In Strait Of HormuzIndia Expands Export Relief After Hormuz Tensions Adds Egypt & Jordan To Shield Trade RoutesCongress Holds Protest After PM Modi’s Address To The Nation On Women’s Reservation Bill SetbackIndia’s Naval Push In Indo-Pacific: IOS Sagar Departs Phuket After Successful Thailand Port CallManipur Streets Erupt As Security Forces Fire Tear Gas On Protesters | WatchManipur Horror: Retired Soldier Among Two Shot Dead In Ukhrul Highway AttackWhat We Know About Indian Ships Hit In Hormuz Strait By Iran Gunboats And Unknown Projectile123Photostories5 style lessons from Amitabh Bachchan’s iconic wardrobeWhy you forget names instantly: It’s not your memory, it’s your attention, and here’s how to fix it5 Horror movies based on real-life events: ‘The Conjuring’, ‘The Exorcist,’ and moreTop 5 sneaker releases of 2026 you shouldn’t missBeautiful Indo-Arabic and Persian baby names quietly used in Indian familiesHe never drank alcohol, yet was diagnosed with severe fatty liver: What this says about modern diets and silent lifestyle risksHow to stop rice flour roti from cracking: 5 proven home tips to make soft and puffed rotiAs Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh announce second pregnancy, a look at Bollywood’s cutest pregnancy announcementsInside Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez’s parenting style: How they’re raising grounded, disciplined teen sons7 factors driving property price growth in Indian metro cities123Hot PicksIran warDelimitation Bill DefeatPurple cap winnerOrange cap winnerIPL Points TablePublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingIPL Orange Cap 2026VijayPM Modi LiveWorld Largest EconomySue BirdIce SpicePahalgam Pony Wallah StoryWomen Quota BillE Coli Smuggling CaseErika Kirk Event

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JAMMU: Nearly 10 months after Operation Sindoor, there has been no progress on constructing bunkers in the border areas of Jammu and Kashmir that witnessed heavy Pakistani shelling, including Poonch, where at least 18 people were killed.“No stone has been moved in Uri after the operation,” Sajjad Shafi, MLA from the Uri constituency in Baramulla district, told TOI. Shafi said a number of houses were damaged during the shelling, forcing large-scale evacuations. While the evacuations saved lives, assurances about constructing bunkers had not been honoured, the MLA said. “Our topography makes community bunkers difficult to access during intense shelling. Every house should have its own bunker,” he said.Echoing the need for individual bunkers, Muzaffar Iqbal Khan, MLA from Thanamandi in Rajouri, said: “Houses are kilometres apart. No one can step out during shelling to reach a community bunker.”Poonch MLA Ajaz Jan of NC said: “When shelling takes place, the Army is forced to first focus on evacuating civilians and rescuing the injured before responding. Permanent bunkers would strengthen defence and reduce pressure on security forces,” he said.According to officials over 500 bunkers have been sanctioned for Uri by MHA and work on them is expected to begin in April 2026. In Nov 2025, the J&K administration had said a proposal to set up 5,693 bunkers in Poonch had been submitted for approval to MHA.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosTharoor Praises Parliamentary Panel Meet On India-EU, India-US Trade DealsCongress Moves No-Trust Motion Against Om Birla; Lamborghini CCTV Contradicts Tobacco Tycoon’s Claim‘Not To Get Involved In Political Game’: EU Launches Mission For Bangladesh 2026 PollsNo-Confidence Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Explained: Process, Rules And Numbers In ParliamentDays Before Bangladesh Elections, Another Hindu Businessman Killed, Fears Rise Over Minority SafetyOpposition targets LS Speaker with no-confidence motion — rules, process & numbers – ExplainedPakistan Admits US-Backed Jihad In Afghan Wars A Mistake, But Still Accuses India Of Proxy War”That Day Will Never Come…” Yogi Adityanath Fires Warning At Those Dreaming Of Babri StructureOpposition Cites ‘Abuse Of Office’ In No-Confidence Move Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om BirlaKanpur Lamborghini Crash: CCTV Backs Police Claim As Lawyer Pushes Driver Defence In Court123Photostories8 easy buttermilk dishes to add in lunch menu5 succulents that bring you good luck and prosperityFive unforgettable true romance stories that re-wrote love on the big screen: ‘The Vow,’ ‘The Theory of Everything’ and more8 traditional Indian dishes among 50 Best Stews in the WorldTop 5 real estate hotspots in Chennai, Tamil Nadu in 2026 for investment in propertyNelson Mandela once said, “I never lose, I either win or learn”: 4 lessons it teaches studentsJimin to Suga: BTS’ airport style wins again as the group heads back to Korea8 Most iconic Goddess Durga temples in India and the story behind themWhy premium electric bikes feel calm even at high speedsHow to make classic UP-Style Matar Ki Kachori for dinner123Hot PicksUAE Public School RegistrationGold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionGCC Unified Visa 2026Income Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingSam DarnoldAndy ReidSuper BowlMen Hockey Olympics 2026Brock NelsonSidney CrosbyTerence CrawfordNBA Trade RumorsBen OgdenKevin Durant

JAMMU: Nearly 10 months after Operation Sindoor, there has been no progress on constructing bunkers in the border areas of Jammu and Kashmir that witnessed heavy Pakistani shelling, including Poonch, where at least 18 people were killed.“No stone has been moved in Uri after the operation,” Sajjad Shafi, MLA from the Uri constituency in Baramulla district, told TOI. Shafi said a number of houses were damaged during the shelling, forcing large-scale evacuations. While the evacuations saved lives, assurances about constructing bunkers had not been honoured, the MLA said. “Our topography makes community bunkers difficult to access during intense shelling. Every house should have its own bunker,” he said.Echoing the need for individual bunkers, Muzaffar Iqbal Khan, MLA from Thanamandi in Rajouri, said: “Houses are kilometres apart. No one can step out during shelling to reach a community bunker.”Poonch MLA Ajaz Jan of NC said: “When shelling takes place, the Army is forced to first focus on evacuating civilians and rescuing the injured before responding. Permanent bunkers would strengthen defence and reduce pressure on security forces,” he said.According to officials over 500 bunkers have been sanctioned for Uri by MHA and work on them is expected to begin in April 2026. In Nov 2025, the J&K administration had said a proposal to set up 5,693 bunkers in Poonch had been submitted for approval to MHA.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosTharoor Praises Parliamentary Panel Meet On India-EU, India-US Trade DealsCongress Moves No-Trust Motion Against Om Birla; Lamborghini CCTV Contradicts Tobacco Tycoon’s Claim‘Not To Get Involved In Political Game’: EU Launches Mission For Bangladesh 2026 PollsNo-Confidence Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Explained: Process, Rules And Numbers In ParliamentDays Before Bangladesh Elections, Another Hindu Businessman Killed, Fears Rise Over Minority SafetyOpposition targets LS Speaker with no-confidence motion — rules, process & numbers – ExplainedPakistan Admits US-Backed Jihad In Afghan Wars A Mistake, But Still Accuses India Of Proxy War”That Day Will Never Come…” Yogi Adityanath Fires Warning At Those Dreaming Of Babri StructureOpposition Cites ‘Abuse Of Office’ In No-Confidence Move Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om BirlaKanpur Lamborghini Crash: CCTV Backs Police Claim As Lawyer Pushes Driver Defence In Court123Photostories8 easy buttermilk dishes to add in lunch menu5 succulents that bring you good luck and prosperityFive unforgettable true romance stories that re-wrote love on the big screen: ‘The Vow,’ ‘The Theory of Everything’ and more8 traditional Indian dishes among 50 Best Stews in the WorldTop 5 real estate hotspots in Chennai, Tamil Nadu in 2026 for investment in propertyNelson Mandela once said, “I never lose, I either win or learn”: 4 lessons it teaches studentsJimin to Suga: BTS’ airport style wins again as the group heads back to Korea8 Most iconic Goddess Durga temples in India and the story behind themWhy premium electric bikes feel calm even at high speedsHow to make classic UP-Style Matar Ki Kachori for dinner123Hot PicksUAE Public School RegistrationGold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionGCC Unified Visa 2026Income Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingSam DarnoldAndy ReidSuper BowlMen Hockey Olympics 2026Brock NelsonSidney CrosbyTerence CrawfordNBA Trade RumorsBen OgdenKevin Durant

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JAMMU: Nearly 10 months after Operation Sindoor, there has been no progress on constructing bunkers in the border areas of Jammu and Kashmir that witnessed heavy Pakistani shelling, including Poonch, where at least 18 people were killed.“No stone has been moved in Uri after the operation,” Sajjad Shafi, MLA from the Uri constituency in Baramulla…

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Foreign secy Vikram Misri at the Iranian embassy on Thursday NEW DELHI: Foreign secretary Vikram Misri signed the book of condolence – on behalf of the Indian government and people – opened at the Iranian embassy on Thursday, following the killing of Iran’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei on Feb 28, amid criticism over India’s silence.External affairs minister S Jaishankar spoke to his counterpart Abbas Araghchi, and posted about the “telecon” on X, without elaborating. Araghchi had said earlier in the day that the Iranian warship destroyed by a US submarine was a guest of the Indian Navy.The two sides may have their first high-level contact since the war began, on Friday, with Tehran seeking a meeting for visiting deputy foreign minister Saeed Khatibzadeh. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: ‘Indian navy’s guest struck without warning’: Iran slams US after torpedo sinks warship IRIS Dena’Will bitterly regret’: Iran warns US after IRIS Dena, ‘Indian Navy’s guest’, sunk by torpedo’Could be targeted’: Second Iranian warship heads towards Sri Lanka a day after US submarine attackIt is learnt that Misri may meet the minister who is in India for the Raisina Dialogue.After signing the condolence book, Misri meets the Iranian ambassadorTehran had been hoping India would express condolences over the killing of Khamenei, if not condemn the US-Israel attacks on Iran. After signing the book, Misri had a short meeting with Iranian ambassador Mohammad Fathali.Russian ambassador Denis Alipov and Pakistani charge d’affaires Saad Ahmad Warraich were among the first to sign the condolence book when it was opened in the morning. In his message, Misri expressed condolences on behalf of the government and people of India. “We pray for peace for the departed soul,” he said. However, in 2024, after the death of then Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, Jaishankar had himself visited the embassy to sign the condolence book. India had then also declared a day-long national mourning.Misri signed the book on the first day of its opening but the fact that India had not offered its condolences for Khamenei, who was killed on Saturday, had drawn criticism from the opposition. 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He also said Iran has good relations with India with a historical background and wants to improve ties further. “But in this case, all governments and all people are being put to the test,” he said.According to Iranian authorities, Tehran has always sought to maintain robust ties with India and does not want the relationship to be affected by any third country. It also maintains that no country should cherry-pick on international law.Iran is also non-committal about safe passage for Indian or other tankers through the Strait of Hormuz as it believes its action will depend on specific conditions. Iran has maintained it communicated to neighbours in an official communication that US bases would be legitimate targets if Iran was attacked by the Trump administration. 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Foreign secy Vikram Misri at the Iranian embassy on Thursday NEW DELHI: Foreign secretary Vikram Misri signed the book of condolence – on behalf of the Indian government and people – opened at the Iranian embassy on Thursday, following the killing of Iran’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei on Feb 28, amid criticism over India’s silence.External affairs minister S Jaishankar spoke to his counterpart Abbas Araghchi, and posted about the “telecon” on X, without elaborating. Araghchi had said earlier in the day that the Iranian warship destroyed by a US submarine was a guest of the Indian Navy.The two sides may have their first high-level contact since the war began, on Friday, with Tehran seeking a meeting for visiting deputy foreign minister Saeed Khatibzadeh. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: ‘Indian navy’s guest struck without warning’: Iran slams US after torpedo sinks warship IRIS Dena’Will bitterly regret’: Iran warns US after IRIS Dena, ‘Indian Navy’s guest’, sunk by torpedo’Could be targeted’: Second Iranian warship heads towards Sri Lanka a day after US submarine attackIt is learnt that Misri may meet the minister who is in India for the Raisina Dialogue.After signing the condolence book, Misri meets the Iranian ambassadorTehran had been hoping India would express condolences over the killing of Khamenei, if not condemn the US-Israel attacks on Iran. After signing the book, Misri had a short meeting with Iranian ambassador Mohammad Fathali.Russian ambassador Denis Alipov and Pakistani charge d’affaires Saad Ahmad Warraich were among the first to sign the condolence book when it was opened in the morning. In his message, Misri expressed condolences on behalf of the government and people of India. “We pray for peace for the departed soul,” he said. However, in 2024, after the death of then Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, Jaishankar had himself visited the embassy to sign the condolence book. India had then also declared a day-long national mourning.Misri signed the book on the first day of its opening but the fact that India had not offered its condolences for Khamenei, who was killed on Saturday, had drawn criticism from the opposition. India always had mixed feelings about Khamenei who endorsed efforts to address shared regional interests with the Indian government, most notably for connectivity through the Chabahar port, but also riled India on several occasions with his “misinformed and unacceptable” utterances about J&K and Muslims in India.Khamenei met PM Narendra Modi when the latter travelled to Tehran in 2016 for what was the first bilateral visit by an Indian PM to Iran in 15 years. The Indian foreign ministry had described the meeting then as a rare honour for the PM.Iran also denied that it is indiscriminately attacking the Gulf countries where close to 10 million Indians live. “We told all our neighbours we are attacking US bases from which they target us,” said Iran’s ambassador to India Mohammad Fathali. He also said Iran has good relations with India with a historical background and wants to improve ties further. “But in this case, all governments and all people are being put to the test,” he said.According to Iranian authorities, Tehran has always sought to maintain robust ties with India and does not want the relationship to be affected by any third country. It also maintains that no country should cherry-pick on international law.Iran is also non-committal about safe passage for Indian or other tankers through the Strait of Hormuz as it believes its action will depend on specific conditions. Iran has maintained it communicated to neighbours in an official communication that US bases would be legitimate targets if Iran was attacked by the Trump administration. 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