Narendra Modi

‘India’s growth story is remarkable’: Starmer hails ‘breakthrough’ moment in ties in talks with PM Modi

While addressing a joint press briefing with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, UK PM Keir Starmer lauded India's growth story, calling it remarkable.

PM Modi, Starmer unveil India-UK growth 'launchpad' in Mumbai talks, expand trade, defence, education ties

Narendra Modi and Keir Starmer met in Mumbai, advancing India-UK ties in trade, defence, and education, with the FTA and Vision 2035 as key frameworks for future cooperation and security

UK PM Starmer arrives in India leadind 125 member team | Vantage on Firstpost | N18G

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has begun a two day visit to India, accompanied by a high level team of 125 business leaders and trade specialists. The aim of the trip is to strengthen economic cooperation and accelerate the rollout of the new free trade agreement between the two nations. Starmer’s meetings in Mumbai are expected to focus on expanding trade opportunities, attracting investments, and deepening strategic ties between India and the United Kingdom.

From design to digital features, what sets apart Navi Mumbai airport from the rest

PM Narendra Modi on Wednesday (October 8) inaugurated Phase 1 of the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA). Touted as India's largest greenfield airport project, NMIA has been constructed to ease the congestion at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA). Here’s what makes it special

Who is Jagtar Singh Johal, the Brit detained in India on terror charges, who may figure in Starmer-Modi talks?

Jagtar Singh Johal, a Sikh man from Scotland, has been detained in India for years. Indian authorities have accused Johal of funding terrorism and having ties to a banned Sikh separatist group. Johal’s family and the UK-based Sikh Federation, a pro-Khalistani group, have called on Starmer to take up the matter with Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Starmer’s desperate dash to India: How PM Modi holds all the cards against Britain

Prime Minister Narendra Modi should be cautious and remember that India is in control, not Britain

Starmer's first India visit puts spotlight on Scotch whisky as industry eyes £1bn boost

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer begins a two-day visit to India to advance the India-UK Free Trade Agreement, with Scotch whisky and Scottish exports set to benefit

India emerges as global digital leader at India Mobile Congress 2025, says Minister Scindia

India has become a global digital leader, with significant advancements in technology and connectivity, according to Union Minister Scindia at the India Mobile Congress 2025.

India and UK aircraft carriers unite in Konkan Naval exercise | Vantage on Firstpost| N18G

India and the United Kingdom have launched their first-ever joint naval exercises featuring aircraft carriers. This follows a busy month for the Indian Navy, which visited over a dozen international ports in September. How is New Delhi leveraging naval diplomacy to foster international goodwill? Alyson Le Grange explores how these maritime engagements strengthen strategic ties and promote cooperation overseas.

Jaishankar: India's interests best protected through strategic freedom | Vantage on Firstpost

When Donald Trump started his trade war, he expected others to comply, but countries had their own strategies. China skirted US sanctions on Iranian oil through barter deals. Brazil used tariffs as a diplomatic tool, while India relied on strategic autonomy rooted in long-standing policies. This report explores how major global players protect their interests, find workarounds, and pursue independent paths amid sanctions, tariffs, and shifting power dynamics.