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  'Our friends are in safe hands': Iran reassures India on Hormuz amid escalating tensions in Gulf

  World | April 02, 2026 17:09 IST

  Notably, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Ministry of External Affairs have been in continuous contact with Iranian officials to ensure the safety of Indian nationals and secure safe passage for Indian vessels amid the Gulf conflict.

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  Over 20 Indian workers died abroad daily in last five years; majority in Gulf: Government data

  India | April 02, 2026 15:29 IST

  In a written response to the Rajya Sabha on January 29, Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh revealed that 37,740 Indian nationals died abroad between 2021 and 2025. However, the government did not provide details about the causes of these deaths.

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  'We are not a dalal nation': EAM Jaishankar's blunt response on Pakistan mediation buzz in Gulf

  India | March 25, 2026 21:33 IST

  The Centre on Wednesday held a meeting with leaders from across political parties to review the situation arising from the ongoing tensions in the Middle East. The discussion aimed to share updates and address concerns over any possible impact on India.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, March 6, 2026

  India | March 06, 2026 20:25 IST

  Last year, Trump imposed an additional 25% tariff on India over its purchase of cheap Russian oil. However, it was removed after a trade deal between India and the US.

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  Jaishankar meets with Qatari PM, his counterparts from Gulf countries; energy, investment on agenda

  World | September 09, 2024 15:48 IST

  External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a meeting with Qatar's Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani in Saudi Arabia on Monday. The two leaders discussed taking forward bilateral ties.

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  External Affairs Minister Jaishankar holds meeting with India's envoys to Gulf nations

  World | June 11, 2021 8:01 IST

  External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has held a meeting with India's envoys to the Gulf nations to discuss a host of issues.

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  Qatar denies terror funding allegations, says blockade based on 'false and fabricated news’

  World | June 09, 2017 7:21 IST

  Qatari Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani denied that his country funded extremists.

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  Qatar diplomatic crisis: All about the rift and its possible consequences

  World | June 06, 2017 12:29 IST

  Four Arab countries, led by Saudia Arabia, have cut all diplomatic ties to Doha.

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  Democratic reforms in Gulf and Arab nations

  World | October 05, 2013 14:57 IST

  A look at democratic reform efforts in Arab and Gulf nations since the Arab Spring erupted in December 2010:SAUDI ARABIASaudi women were allowed this year for the first time in the Shura Council, an advisory

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  Krishna Asks Embassies In Gulf To Look After Indian Expats

  India | April 15, 2012 22:04 IST

  Dubai, Apr 15: External Affairs Minister S M Krishna today asked Indian embassies in gulf nations to actively engage local governments to better the living and working conditions of millions of Indians in the region,