Nepal PM Sher Bahadur Deuba is currently in New Delhi on a 3-day visit to India to strengthen ties. This comes after Former PM Oli's shake-up of ties. PM Deuba met with PM Modi and both leaders held a joint briefing.

Nepal PM Deuba holds a joint briefing with Indian PM Modi at Hyderabad House in New Delhi

India has decided to reduce the number of disturbed areas under AFSPA. Why has the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act been so controversial? What does New Delhi's decision mean for the North-East? Listen in to Palki Sharma.

Gravitas: India reduces disturbed areas under AFSPA

Top diplomats from Russia and Britain arrived in New Delhi to discuss the ongoing war in Ukraine. Both sides are hoping to bring India into their camp. How will India respond? Can neutral New Delhi open a new communication channel? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Ukraine diplomacy shifts to India

Russian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the meeting lasted for 40 minutes. Russian FM said that the west is linking all international issues to Ukraine. WION's Siddhant Sibbal brings you more perspective.

'Russian President Putin sends his regards to PM Narendra Modi,' says Sergei Lavrov

India has emerged as a strong voice of developing nations on climate change issues that can neither be suppressed not ignored, Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav asserted in Parliament.

India, a voice for developing nations on climate change

India`s Anirban Lahiri overcame a sluggish start to fire a solid 4-under 68 and lie three strokes off the early first-round lead at the Texas Open on Thursday.

Lahiri, who finished runner-up at THE PLAYERS Championship three weeks ago, was 1-over through 10 holes at TPC San Antonio before powering home with five birdies, thanks largely to a putter which warmed up down the stretch.

Scotland`s Russell Knox opened with a 65 to lead the US$.8.6 million PGA Tour event.The 34-year-old Lahiri is attempting to win a career-first title in the U.S. after coming agonisingly close at the TOUR`s flagship tournament at TPC Sawgrass, and victory on Sunday would also secure a spot in next week`s Masters Tournament.

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"Today was about trying to find the same kind of rhythm to my routine, rhythm to how I was swinging the club. The body still feels a bit rusty. When I started, it was a bit cold and there was a bit of moisture on the surface and I was trying to get a good feel and speed of the greens," said Anirban Lahiri.

"I definitely wanted to get back into my rhythm after being away and battling an infection I picked up from my daughter. I was laid off in bed for a few days and didn`t play that much golf but I didn`t really hit a lot of bad shots."

Starting from the 10th, Lahiri navigated his opening 10 holes with two bogeys against a lone birdie before his putter started to find its range.

He rolled in a nine-footer on the second, a 23-footer on the fifth and then nailed three successive birdies from nine, 18 and 30 feet respectively to close out his round in style.

"On the back nine, I found the speed of the greens. I`ve played this course quite a bit and I understand the nature of this course. You try to just put yourself in good positions and places where you can make aggressive swings and aggressive putts. If you can do that, you can make a couple of birdies. The putter got a little warmer and it was a nice bonus on the last to get along the one which feels really good," said Lahiri, who finished solo fifth at TPC San Antonio last season.

Despite the high of his stellar finish at THE PLAYERS, Lahiri intends to keep his foot on the pedal in a bid to regain his place amongst golf`s elite. He was ranked as high as 33rd on the Official World Golf Ranking in 2015 and featured in the Presidents Cup twice for the International Team.

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"THE PLAYERS Championship was fantastic and it`s in the past now. It`s time to move on and try to be in the present which was pretty much what I did. I`m just trying to do the same, stay in the present, stay in the now, do what I need to do, what I need to feel, what I need to work on. I`m just trying to get back to that and it`s nice to see my golf responding," said Lahiri.

South Korea`s Si Woo Kim and C.T. Pan of Chinese Taipei got off to good starts at the Valero Texas Open with matching 69s. Despite missing six greens in regulation, Pan, who is a one-time TOUR winner, kept the bogeys off his card while Kim posted five birdies against two bogeys.

Japanese star Hideki Matsuyama, who will defend his Masters` title next week, opened with a 74 in what is his first appearance since withdrawing from THE PLAYERS Championship due to a back injury.<o:p></o:p>

India`s Anirban Lahiri overcame a sluggish start to fire a solid 4-under 68 and lie three strokes off the early first-round lead at the Texas Open on Thursday. Lahiri, who finished runner-up at THE PLAYERS Championship three weeks ago, was 1-over through 10 holes at TPC San Antonio before powering home with five birdies, thanks largely to a putter which warmed up down the stretch.

India`s Anirban Lahiri overcame a sluggish start to fire a solid 4-under 68 and lie three strokes off the early first-round lead at the Texas Open on Thursday. Lahiri, who finished runner-up at THE PLAYERS Championship three weeks ago, was 1-over through 10 holes at TPC San Antonio before powering home with five birdies, thanks largely to a putter which warmed up down the stretch. Scotland`s Russell Knox opened with a 65 to lead the US$.8.6 million PGA Tour event.The 34-year-old Lahiri is attempting to win a career-first title in the U.S. after coming agonisingly close at the TOUR`s flagship tournament at TPC Sawgrass, and victory on Sunday would also secure a spot in next week`s Masters Tournament. Also read | Bruno Fernandes signs new contract extension with Manchester United till 2026 "Today was about trying to find the same kind of rhythm to my routine, rhythm to how I was swinging the club. The body still feels a bit rusty. When I started, it was a bit cold and there was a bit of moisture on the surface and I was trying to get a good feel and speed of the greens," said Anirban Lahiri. "I definitely wanted to get back into my rhythm after being away and battling an infection I picked up from my daughter. I was laid off in bed for a few days and didn`t play that much golf but I didn`t really hit a lot of bad shots." Starting from the 10th, Lahiri navigated his opening 10 holes with two bogeys against a lone birdie before his putter started to find its range. He rolled in a nine-footer on the second, a 23-footer on the fifth and then nailed three successive birdies from nine, 18 and 30 feet respectively to close out his round in style. "On the back nine, I found the speed of the greens. I`ve played this course quite a bit and I understand the nature of this course. You try to just put yourself in good positions and places where you can make aggressive swings and aggressive putts. If you can do that, you can make a couple of birdies. The putter got a little warmer and it was a nice bonus on the last to get along the one which feels really good," said Lahiri, who finished solo fifth at TPC San Antonio last season. Despite the high of his stellar finish at THE PLAYERS, Lahiri intends to keep his foot on the pedal in a bid to regain his place amongst golf`s elite. He was ranked as high as 33rd on the Official World Golf Ranking in 2015 and featured in the Presidents Cup twice for the International Team. Also read | IPL 2022: Dhoni becomes first wicketkeeper to reach impressive T20 milestone "THE PLAYERS Championship was fantastic and it`s in the past now. It`s time to move on and try to be in the present which was pretty much what I did. I`m just trying to do the same, stay in the present, stay in the now, do what I need to do, what I need to feel, what I need to work on. I`m just trying to get back to that and it`s nice to see my golf responding," said Lahiri. South Korea`s Si Woo Kim and C.T. Pan of Chinese Taipei got off to good starts at the Valero Texas Open with matching 69s. Despite missing six greens in regulation, Pan, who is a one-time TOUR winner, kept the bogeys off his card while Kim posted five birdies against two bogeys. Japanese star Hideki Matsuyama, who will defend his Masters` title next week, opened with a 74 in what is his first appearance since withdrawing from THE PLAYERS Championship due to a back injury.

India''s Anirban Lahiri fires solid 68 for strong start at Texas Open

Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held bilateral talks with Russian FM Sergei Lavrov. Russian foreign minister said that the west is linking all international issues to Ukraine. WION's Siddhant Sibbal brings you more perspective.

'West linking all issues to Ukraine,' says Russian FM Sergei Lavrov

Indian External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar held bilateral talks with his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov. Russian FM said that the ties between India and Russia were "very sustainable" during many "difficult times" in the past and that he did not have the slightest of doubts about continued cooperation. WION's Siddhant Sibbal brings you more perspective.

Russian foreign minister meets Indian EAM S Jaishankar

Russian FM Sergei Lavrov is in India amid Ukraine-Russia conflict. In a recent update on Lavrov's visit, Russian foreign minister will meet Indian prime minister Narendra Modi. To get you more details, watch this report by WION's principal diplomatic correspondent Siddhant Sibbal.

Tug-of-war diplomacy: Russian FM Sergei Lavrov to meet Indian PM Narendra Modi

13 million barrels of Russian oil have been imported by India since February. Recently, the US has issued a warning against rising oil imports and is ready to enforce more sanctions against Russia.

US warns against rising oil imports, New Delhi continues to buy Russian oil

Russia has turned to India for support amid global isolation. However, US warned India against expecting help from Russia.

Russian FM Sergei Lavrov to meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi

British foreign minister is in India to rally support against Russia. The foreign secretary is holding a meeting with India's external affairs minister S Jaishankar on regional and global issues of mutual interest.

Russia-Ukraine conflict: UK aims to rally India to support West against Kremlin

UK foreign secretary Liz Truss is in India to rally support against Russia. The foreign secretary is holding a meeting with India's external affairs minister S Jaishankar on regional and global issues of mutual interest.

Russia-Ukraine crisis: UK & Russian foreign ministers in India seek support

More than two years on all pandemic-related restrictions including the mandatory wearing of mass will be lifted in the Indian state of Maharashtra. All curbs will be lifted in the state from April 2, the decision was taken at a cabinet meeting chaired by CM Uddhav Thackeray.

Indian state of Maharashtra lifts all covid-19 curbs

Amid an ongoing geopolitical flux in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov met his Indian counterpart S Jaishankar today in New Delhi. Lavrov is also expected to meet Indian PM Narendra Modi in the evening along with Indian national security advisor Ajit Doval.

Lavrov lauds India for 'balanced' stance, 'West is linking all international crisis to Ukraine'

20-year-old Lakshya Sen had recently become the youngest Indian shuttler to reach the final of the prestigious All England Open Badminton Championships, the oldest badminton tournament in the world. Lakshya became only the fifth Indian after the likes of the legendary Prakash Padukone and Pullela Gopichand to reach the final of the competition. Lakshya went don fighting against world number one Viktor Axelsen in the summit clash.

The rise of Lakshya Sen: India's youngest All England Open finalist

The meeting between Russian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov and EAM S Jaishankar is currently underway. Russia turns to India for support amid global isolation, he is likely to seek greater trade and defense ties.

Meeting between Russian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov and EAM S Jaishankar is currently underway

The Indian cricket team, possibly under the leadership of Rohit Sharma, is likely to play two T20Is against West Indies later this year. According to a report in Cricbuzz, the team is expected to travel to the Caribbean for a full-fledged tour which will have three ODIs and five T20 Internationals.<o:p></o:p>

The report further claims that the final two matches of the T20I series will take place in the United States. Lauderhill, Florida, where India played in 2016 and 2019, will be the venue for the matches.

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The series is expected to take place in the third week of July and will possibly end in early August. India will be facing South Africa at home after the end of the Indian Premier League (IPL) season and then, they will be travelling to England for three T20is and two ODIs. They will also play the rescheduled Test match which was postponed in September last year after a COVID-19 outbreak.<o:p></o:p>

"Playing the final two T20Is in the United States makes logistical sense for the Indian team." The CWI neither confirmed nor denied the American schedule, with a top official saying, "The Indian schedule will be announced soonest," Cricbuzz quoted a BCCI official close to the developments.

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The two games will be played on August 6 and 7. The International Cricket Council (ICC) has already announced that CWI and USA CA will jointly host the ICC Twenty20 World Cup in 2024. The series will end just in time for the West Indies cricketers to return home for the Caribbean Premier League.<o:p></o:p>

The Indian cricket team, possibly under the leadership of Rohit Sharma, is likely to play two T20Is against West Indies later this year. According to a report in Cricbuzz, the team is expected to travel to the Caribbean for a full-fledged tour which will have three ODIs and five T20 Internationals.

The Indian cricket team, possibly under the leadership of Rohit Sharma, is likely to play two T20Is against West Indies later this year. According to a report in Cricbuzz, the team is expected to travel to the Caribbean for a full-fledged tour which will have three ODIs and five T20 Internationals. The report further claims that the final two matches of the T20I series will take place in the United States. Lauderhill, Florida, where India played in 2016 and 2019, will be the venue for the matches. Also read | Dhoni reaches impressive milestone, joins Kohli and Rohit in elite T20 list The series is expected to take place in the third week of July and will possibly end in early August. India will be facing South Africa at home after the end of the Indian Premier League (IPL) season and then, they will be travelling to England for three T20is and two ODIs. They will also play the rescheduled Test match which was postponed in September last year after a COVID-19 outbreak. "Playing the final two T20Is in the United States makes logistical sense for the Indian team." The CWI neither confirmed nor denied the American schedule, with a top official saying, "The Indian schedule will be announced soonest," Cricbuzz quoted a BCCI official close to the developments. Also read | IPL 2022: Can CSK defend their title this year? Matthew Hayden has his say The two games will be played on August 6 and 7. The International Cricket Council (ICC) has already announced that CWI and USA CA will jointly host the ICC Twenty20 World Cup in 2024. The series will end just in time for the West Indies cricketers to return home for the Caribbean Premier League.

Indian cricket team to play two T20Is against West Indies in USA during the Caribbean tour: Report

Mexico Foreign Minister Marcelo Ebrard Casaubón who is on India visit has termed the country "important partner" in the trade and space. This is the first visit of Marcelo Ebrard Casaubón to India in his capacity as Foreign Minister, during which he will also visit Mumbai with a big delegation. Speaking to our Principal Diplomatic Correspondent Sidhant Sibal, FM Ebrard said,"we have the opportunity for cooperation with India, with production and (scientific) investigation" when it comes to joint production of covid vaccines.

India is an important partner in Trade, Space says Mexico Foreign minister Ebrard

The United States is preparing to step up the enforcement of sanctions against Moscow, this is according to senior American officials. A significant increase in Russian oil imports by India could potentially expose New Delhi to a greater risk.

India: New Delhi continues to buy Russian oil,  US may restrict other countries' oil purchase

New Delhi was slammed for taking the diplomatic route, US called India 'shaky' for not picking sides. This largely because the latter believes that picking side will only aggravate the situation.

Is India a mutual table for peace takes amid ongoing Russia Ukraine crisis?

India has signed three maritime agreements with Sri Lanka, two of which were not publicly announced. Is debt-ridden Sri Lanka pivoting back to India? Or is Colombo playing both sides in the India-China rivalry? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas | Revealed: India's secret maritime deals with Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is hosting the 5th BIMSTEC summit. Indian PM Narendra Modi virtually attended the summit and said that India's focus is on strengthening the BIMSTEC.

Indian PM Narendra Modi virtually attends BIMSTEC summit hosted by Sri Lanka

After a halt of over two years due to covid-19 pandemic, India has resumed international flights. The flights had been operating in an air bubble arrangement earlier with several nations the rules have also been relaxed and government has eased COVID-19 safety protocols.

India resumes international flights: Tourist visas to be resumed for foreign nationals

Indian External Affairs Minister Jaishankar is attending 18th BIMSTEC meeting. India & Sri Lanka have signed a host of agreements, including hybrid power projects.

India's security support to Sri Lanka, extends economic support of $2.4 billion

The war in Ukraine has triggered a global food crisis with many countries reporting wheat shortages. Can India - the second-largest wheat producer - step in and stabilise the market? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Can India stabilise the global wheat market?

Indian PM Narendra Modi virtually attended the BIMSTEC summit and said that India's focus is on strengthening the BIMSTEC. India has granted $1 million to BIMSTEC as well.

Indian PM Narendra Modi calls for regional unity, grants $1 million to BIMSTEC

Indian Ministry of External Affairs briefing on 5th BIMSTEC summit hosted by Sri Lanka

The two-day nationwide strike in India by the central trade unions has entered its second day today. While the two-day strike has been largely peaceful, a report in the New York times is blowing the strike out of proportion.

NYT misleads readers about India strike, article's title blows the strike out of proportion

As heatwave conditions continued to intensify across India, the maximum temperature hit 40 degrees Celsius in various parts of North India.

Temperature shoots past 40 degress celsius in Indian capital, IMD raises concern

Indian External Affairs Minister Jaishankar is attending 18th Bimstec meeting. India & Sri Lanka have signed a host of agreements, including hybrid power projects.

Indian power project replaces Chinese venture in Sri Lanka

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