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'Humane act': Jaishankar on India sheltering IRIS Lavan as US sinks Iranian warship in fleet chaos
India | March 07, 2026 13:57 ISTJaishankar, affirming UNCLOS and international law, explained, "They were coming for a fleet review but got caught on the wrong side. We approached from humanity's viewpoint. I think we did the right thing."
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Jaishankar speaks to Iran FM as West Asia tensions rise; US begins troop pullback from key bases
World | January 14, 2026 21:37 ISTDemonstrations that began late last month in Tehran over economic distress, triggered by the sharp fall of Iran’s currency, have now spread across all 31 provinces. What started as protests over rising prices and unemployment has gradually turned into broader demands for political change.
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Jaishankar meets Pakistan National Assembly Speaker in Dhaka during funeral programme of Khaleda Zia
India | December 31, 2025 17:08 ISTExternal Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar met Pakistan National Assemnly Speaker in Dhaka. The pictures of the meeting were shared by Bangladesh interim government chief Muhammad Yunus on X.
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India expands footprint in Russia as Jaishankar opens new consulates in Yekaterinburg and Kazan
India | November 19, 2025 22:51 ISTJaishankar noted that Russia hosts a sizeable Indian community, including more than 30,000 students. About 7,000 students will now come under the Consulate in Kazan and another 3,000 under the one in Yekaterinburg.
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'All is not well with UN, doesn't address global priorities': Jaishankar's salvo at world body
India | October 24, 2025 23:48 ISTWe must also recognise that all is not well with the United Nations. Its decision-making neither reflects its membership nor addresses global priorities, EAM S Jaishankar said while addressing the UN's 80th anniversary event in New Delhi.
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Jaishankar holds talks with US Ambassador-designate Sergio Gor amid strained trade ties
India | October 11, 2025 16:13 ISTJaishankar and Gor previously met on September 24 on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, where both leaders reiterated their commitment to advancing the India-US strategic partnership.
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Jaishankar, Marco Rubio agree to progress on priority areas in key meet amid tariffs, H-1B visa row
World | September 23, 2025 0:04 ISTThe meeting took place on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session in New York.
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PM Modi to skip General Debate at high-level UNGA 80th session, EAM Jaishankar to represent India
World | September 06, 2025 8:21 ISTUS President Donald Trump is scheduled to address world leaders from the United Nations General Assembly podium on September 23. This will be his first UNGA speech during his second term in office.
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Jaishankar reacts to Operation Sindoor, says 'world must show zero tolerance for terrorism'
India | May 07, 2025 8:25 ISTIndia's External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar reacted after India launched Operation Sindoor, striking nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir. He stressed the need for the world to show zero tolerance against terrorism.
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Jaishankar calls terrorism perennial challenge, says 'needs to be dealt with commitment'
World | March 07, 2025 16:05 ISTJaishankar reiterated India's stance that differences in this era "cannot and should not be settled on the battlefield." He called it important to return to dialogue and diplomacy to find ways to settle down conflicts.
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Jaishankar on China: 'Peace, tranquility in border areas vital for relationship to flourish'
World | March 06, 2025 7:20 ISTJaishankar emphasised that any disruption or instability along the border would inevitably affect the direction and momentum of diplomatic engagements between the two nations. His remarks come at a time when both countries continue to navigate complex geopolitical challenges.
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Jaishankar emphasises on need to adapt foreign policy as per digital era's changing requirements
India | December 16, 2024 6:00 ISTEAM Dr S Jaishankar further talked about the emerging global workspace and the constantly growing numbers of Indian nationals working abroad.
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'Tipu Sultan is very complex figure in history', says EAM Dr S Jaishankar | VIDEO
India | December 01, 2024 11:44 ISTJaishankar further emphasised that Indian history has focused more on Tipu Sultan's battles with the British, and "underplaying" or "neglecting" other aspects of his rule.
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India completely rejects targeting of our high commissioner by Canadian government: EAM Jaishankar
India | October 27, 2024 6:05 ISTSpeaking at an event in Pune on the subject 'Emerging opportunities in the present global scenario', the diplomat-turned-politician said India will obviously take a tough position, which has been taken when its national interest, integrity and sovereignty are concerned.
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Tamil Nadu CM writes to Jaishankar to ensure release of 16 fishermen arrested by Sri Lanka
India | October 24, 2024 16:25 ISTIn a letter addressed to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Stalin said the frequent arrests of Indian fishermen by the Sri Lankan navy have become an "alarming and unabated" situation for their family members.
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'Since I am a civil person...': Jaishankar clears air on India-Pak discussions at SCO meet | WATCH
World | October 05, 2024 19:16 ISTThe announcement came after the ministry confirmed in August that Pakistan had sent an invitation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the SCO meeting. Pakistan holds the rotating chairmanship of the SCO Council of Heads of Government (CHG) and will hold the summit on October 15-16.
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Jaishankar meets Kuwaiti PM, Crown Prince for first time after fire tragedy that killed 45 Indians
World | August 18, 2024 16:50 ISTThe visit came nearly two months after 45 Indians had died in a devastating fire at a building in Kuwait. At least 49 foreign workers were killed and 50 others injured in the fire in June at the seven-storey building in Kuwait's Mangaf.
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EAM Jaishankar unveils world's first postal stamp featuring Ram Lalla in Laos
World | July 27, 2024 23:22 ISTDr S Jaishankar was in Vientiane to attend the 31st ASEAN Regional Forum, where he emphasised taking a firm stance against all forms of terrorism.
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Jaishankar urges global action against terrorism at ASEAN Forum, asserts 'strong support for unity'
World | July 27, 2024 19:23 ISTExternal Affairs Minister S Jaishankar called for robust international efforts to combat terrorism, dismantle terror sanctuaries, and tackle cybercrime during his address at the 31st ASEAN Regional Forum in Vientiane.
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PM Modi to skip SCO summit in Kazakhstan, Jaishankar to lead Indian delegation: MEA
World | June 28, 2024 17:13 ISTEarlier, multiple reports speculated that PM Modi is expected to skip the SCO summit while the first parliamentary session of the new Lok Sabha is currently underway. China's Xi Jinping, Russia's Vladimir Putin and Pakistan's Shehbaz Sharif are likely to attend the meeting.
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