India

Trump says Iran 'seriously' talking to US as Mideast nations try to de-escalate regional tensions

Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council of Iran Ali Larijani said that "the formation of a structure for #negotiations is underway," for talks with the US.

|ByREUTERS, LARA SUKSTER MOSHEYOF
US PRESIDENT Donald Trump speaks to reporters over the North Atlantic as he returns to Washington from the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, aboard Air Force One, US, January 22, 2026.
PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu and his Indian counterpart, Narendra Modi, meet in Jerusalem in 2017.

Indian PM Modi visited Israel at suggestion of Jeffrey Epstein, released files imply

“The Indian Prime Minister Modi took advice. and danced and sang in Israel for the benefit of the US president. They had met a few weeks ago. IT WORKED,” the email message from Epstein reads.

|ByCORINNE BAUM
THE KHONGSAI family in front of their sukkah, one of the families in Kibbutz Maoz Tzur. The kibbutz is home to more than 100 people across 21 families and is largely self-sustaining through basic farming, with residents maintaining Jewish traditions while awaiting their journey to Israel.

Israel launches gov't initiative to bring home, reunite Bnei Menashe community

DIASPORA AFFAIRS: Under the government-led effort, Bnei Menashe families receive comprehensive support to facilitate their integration, with guidance from social workers and community mentors.

|ByBATSHEVA SHULMAN
AIRPORT HEALTH authorities in protective masks prepare a thermal imager at Soekarno Hatta International Airport, following the implementation of health screening for arriving passengers, after India confirmed two cases of the Nipah virus, in Tangerang near Jakarta, Indonesia, January 30, 2026.

Low risk of deadly Nipah virus spreading from India, World Health Organization reassures

Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam are among the Asian locations that tightened airport screening checks this week to guard against such a spread after India confirmed infections.

|ByREUTERS

India asks UN wildlife body to not curb its animal imports amid Ambani zoo furore

Vantara, a 3,500-acre zoo in Gujarat state has faced allegations of improper imports of certain animals, triggering higher scrutiny from authorities.

NOVEMBER 12, 2025ByREUTERS
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Anant Ambani, son of Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani, pose for a photograph after the inauguration of Vantara animal rescue and rehabilitation centre in Jamnagar, Gujarat, India, March 4, 2025.

Israelis are once again heading to India: The direct route is back - and it’s happening very soon

After an eight-month break, Air India will resume direct flights between Tel Aviv and Delhi on January 1, 2026, with five weekly Dreamliner flights on the popular route to the Indian destination.

NOVEMBER 12, 2025ByMEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV
An Air India aircraft.

India PM Modi: Those responsible for Delhi blast which killed eight will be brought to justice

Indian PM Narendra Modi vowed justice after a car bomb near Delhi’s Red Fort killed eight and wounded 20, as police launched a terror probe into the blast.

NOVEMBER 11, 2025ByREUTERS, JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks at the Global Fintech Fest, during a visit by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer (not pictured), on October 9, 2025, in Mumbai, India.

Car explosion near New Delhi's Red Fort kills at eight, injuring 20

Several vehicles caught fire in the incident, which occurred near New Delhi's Red Fort Metro station.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF, REUTERS
Security personnel gather beside an ambulance at the blast site near the Red Fort in the old quarters of New Delhi on November 10, 2025.

Israeli tourist dies in motorcycling incident during cross-country trip through India

The 22-year old was on his way to visit the Taj Mahal in Agra when his motorcycle skidded off the highway.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Traffic on Mathura Road, New Delhi, India, July 3, 2025.

New Delhi police detain dozens in anti-pollution protests

Delhi's toxic air sparks protests after authorities' costly cloud-seeding effort failed to bring rain. Citizens have demanded real action from a divided government.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025ByREUTERS
Protesters hold placards in front of the India Gate during a protest against air pollution in New Delhi, India, November 9, 2025

Israel's Rampage missile success in Operation Sindoor drives new India defense deal

India reportedly wants the Air Lora missiles following the success of the Rampage missile during Operation Sindoor

NOVEMBER 10, 2025ByDEAN SHMUEL ELMAS/GLOBES/TNS
Ice Breaker missile

Indira Gandhi refused Israel, India plan to hit Pakistan’s Kahuta site

Former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi refused to go ahead with a secret strike on Pakistan’s nuclear site, claims an ex-CIA officer.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025ByTNS, HINDUSTAN TIMES, NEW DELHI
US PRESIDENT Donald Trump meets with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the White House in February.

Grapevine, November 7, 2025: A nurse with a difference

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

NOVEMBER 7, 2025ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
Natan Datner with Yona Elian.

103 gold coins found under Shiva sanctum in India temple renovation

Residents from nearby villages, including Jamunamarathur about ten kilometers away, gathered outside the temple each evening, viewing the discovery as an auspicious sign.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
gold coins in an ancient pottery. Illustration.