With hostilities between India and Pakistan escalating in the past 24 hours, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and the Pakistan Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, urging both the leaders to de-escalate the tensions between the two countries. Addressing media, Tammy Bruce, the U.S. State Department Spokesperson said though the hostilities were disappointing, the key was to keep communications open between India and Pakistan and not to let the situation escalate.
According to security agencies, Pakistan launched eight missiles targeting Jammu civil airport, Samba, RS Pura, Arnia, and surrounding areas.
Jaishankar said the barbaric Pahalgam terror attack compelled India to carry out the cross-border terror infrastructure.
He noted that while the United States has become more self-reliant, Europe is “under pressure to change” and has yet to fully absorb the dynamics of a multipolar world.
At WAVES 2025 in Mumbai, External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar delivered a powerful address urging a global cultural and technological reset. He criticised the historical suppression of pluralism by colonialism and major powers, advocating for a fairer international system that amplifies diverse voices. Jaishankar emphasised using innovation and technology to build “Viksit Bharat by 2047” and prepare youth for the digital age. Highlighting challenges like information overload and AI ethics, he called for inclusive, ethical tech use, skills diffusion, and smoother global mobility.
Senior ministers including Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah, and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, represented the government at the all-party meeting.
U.S. Vice President JD Vance, along with his wife Usha Vance, the first Indian-American Second Lady, and their children, is embarking on a significant four-day visit to India starting on April 21. The family’s journey will begin in New Delhi, where they will visit historical sites such as the Red Fort, followed by a meeting with key Indian leaders including National Security Adviser Ajit Doval, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, and BJP President JP Nadda. A formal dinner will also be hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the entire family. On April 22, the Vances will travel to Jaipur to explore the historic Pink City, and then proceed to Agra to witness the majestic Taj Mahal. While the trip includes cultural exploration, it also carries significant political and economic weight, particularly concerning rising global tensions and trade negotiations. JD Vance’s visit, his first official trip to India, is centered on strengthening strategic ties and advancing the long-awaited India-U.S. trade pact, which aims to address tariffs, supply chains, and market access. This visit is not just diplomatic but personal as well, as Usha Vance has familial ties to a village in Andhra Pradesh. The Vances aim to introduce their children to India, making it a blend of both diplomacy and homecoming.
The incident took place on April 11 at Modern Bakery LLC, where the victims worked
External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar delivered a compelling address at the Italy-India Business, Science and Technology Forum in New Delhi on April 11th, underscoring India’s rapidly evolving economic landscape and the tremendous potential for deeper collaboration with Italy. India’s trade with the Mediterranean region stands at $75–80 billion annually, and with over 460,000 members of the Indian diaspora based there, the region holds strategic and economic importance. Dr. Jaishankar highlighted India’s push for innovation and growth in sectors like AI, EVs, nanotech, and drones, and called on Italian industry to actively engage with India’s expanding opportunities through the Make in India platform. He also stressed India’s reforms in ease of doing business, infrastructure (via Gati Shakti), digital public goods, and vocational training — factors that make India a vibrant, future-facing business destination. What’s India offering to global partners? Why is Italy a key ally in this new era of innovation and trade? Watch this insightful video where Dr S. Jaishankar lays out India’s roadmap for global partnerships, technology collaboration, and next-gen growth.
India's External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar addressed the toughest global tech policy challenges during the Global Technology Summit 2025. He stressed how technology and national security have merged, making traditional trade and partnerships more complex. From trusted digital ecosystems to resilient supply chains, Jaishankar outlined why old models of global cooperation may no longer hold. He also connected the growth of AI with a revived interest in nuclear energy, emphasizing that talent mobility and natural resources will be the new power levers. Citing “data as the new oil,” he questioned how nations will refine, consume, and trade this critical asset. His closing message? India remains optimistic amidst the churn. A must-watch for policymakers, technologists, and strategists.
External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar delivered a powerful address at the 9th edition of the Global Technology Summit (GTS), highlighting India’s strategic view of the global geotech landscape. Reflecting on global transformations, he drew critical connections between technology, geopolitics, and power—from America’s MAGA-tech strategy to China’s deep tech rise and Europe’s strategic triangle collapse. He emphasized India's unique potential through DPI, semiconductors, space innovation, AI, and startup ecosystems. With increasing India-EU collaboration and evolving dynamics in East Asia, Jaishankar presented "Sambhavana" (possibility) as the defining theme for 2025. Watch this insightful address exploring how India positions itself in a rapidly changing, tech-driven world order
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