'Tariff tensions': Jaishankar to represent India at UNGA on Sept after PM Modi decides to skip session

New Delhi (Web Desk): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has decided not to attend the upcoming United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session later this month. Instead, India’s Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar will address the global forum on September 27.

This decision comes amid increasing international pressure on India, particularly concerning its ongoing purchases of Russian oil and rising border tensions with China. Analysts suggest that Modi’s absence may be a strategic diplomatic move aimed at managing these sensitive issues.

Meanwhile, former US President Donald Trump recently expressed that he considers Modi a "friend," but admitted to being disappointed by some of India’s recent actions. Experts believe that Modi’s choice to forgo a meeting with Trump could also be influenced by diplomatic considerations.

Modi’s decision to skip such a significant global platform has raised numerous questions, especially as world leaders closely watch the developments during this important UN gathering.