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In a significant diplomatic move, India has sent a high-level delegation to the Ukraine Summit in Kyiv, led by Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla. This marks India’s first major engagement with Ukraine since the escalation of the conflict with Russia. The visit underscores India’s commitment to global peace and stability, as well as its nuanced approach to international relations. Alongside diplomatic efforts, India announced a substantial humanitarian aid package for Ukraine, signaling its readiness to contribute to post-conflict reconstruction and highlighting its evolving role on the global stage.

In a remarkable display of international solidarity, India has dispatched a substantial aid package to Papua New Guinea following catastrophic landslides that have claimed approximately 2,000 lives. Triggered by relentless heavy rainfall, the landslides devastated entire communities, leaving thousands homeless. India’s swift response, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, includes medical teams, rescue personnel, and essential supplies, transported by the Indian Navy’s INS Airavat. This aid mission highlights the critical role of global cooperation in addressing humanitarian crises and supporting recovery efforts in times of dire need.