Narendra Modi

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited India to reinforce strategic and economic ties, meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar. The discussions focused on cooperation in trade, energy, defense, and maritime security, with Rubio expressing optimism about a broader trade deal and India's role as a key strategic partner.

India's state-run fuel companies have increased petrol and diesel prices for the fourth time in 10 days, citing strains on supply due to the Middle East war. Automobile fuel prices have risen by approximately five percent since the conflict began, impacting India's significant reliance on crude oil transported through the Strait of Hormuz.

Rastriya Swatantra Party President Rabi Lamichhane is scheduled to visit India on May 18 for a two-day trip at the invitation of India's Ministry of External Affairs. During his visit, Lamichhane is expected to hold high-level meetings with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, and National Security Adviser Ajit Doval.