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Two Indians killed, several injured in Iranian drone attack in Oman: MEA
India | Mar 13, 2026, 11:47 PM ISTSharing details of the incident, the MEA condoled the loss of lives and stated that the Indian Mission in Oman was in touch with local authorities to provide the necessary assistance.
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EAM held talks with Iran three times, flagged India's energy security and safety of vessels: MEA
India | Mar 12, 2026, 04:00 PM ISTOn evacuation of Indian nationals from the strife-hit region, Jaiswal said the Foreign Ministry was helping people who wish to return home. Sharing the details further, he said over several people from Iran have been either been evacuated or shifted to safer locations.
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India deplores attack on Thai ship bound for Gujarat as conflict rages in Middle East
India | Mar 11, 2026, 09:42 PM ISTThai officials said the bulk carrier Mayuree Naree was struck by Iranian projectiles while sailing close to the coast of Oman. The attack occurred about 11 nautical miles (around 18 kilometres) north of the Omani shoreline.
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Two Indians killed, one missing after merchant ships attacked amid Middle East conflict
India | Mar 11, 2026, 06:32 PM ISTIn addition to the fatalities and the missing person, several other Indians have been injured in separate incidents across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. One Indian national was reportedly wounded in Dubai and is currently undergoing treatment in a hospital.
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Punjab Govt sets up helpline, deploys officials to ensure return of Punjabis stranded in Middle East
India | Mar 05, 2026, 09:26 PM ISTAdditional Director General of Police RK Jaiswal has been appointed as the overall In-charge of the helpline, while Vimal Setia, Secretary of the Department of Home Affairs, will serve as the Nodal Officer responsible for coordination and monitoring of all related efforts.
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Iran-Israel war: Govt sets up control room, issues helpline numbers amid Middle East conflict
India | Mar 04, 2026, 09:42 AM ISTThe conflict began last Saturday with coordinated US-Israeli airstrikes on Iran, in which Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed. Since then, attacks and counter-attacks have intensified across the region.
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India urges restraint amid escalating Middle East conflict: 'Dialogue, diplomacy should be pursued'
India | Mar 03, 2026, 05:16 PM ISTMinistry of External Affairs said New Delhi was "deeply concerned at the recent developments in Iran and the Gulf region" and urged "all sides to exercise restraint, avoid escalation, and prioritise the safety of civilians."
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India takes observer seat at first meeting of Board of Peace, Trump's UN substitute
World | Feb 20, 2026, 07:24 AM ISTThe recent meeting held at the US Institute of Peace in Washington brought together representatives from nearly 50 countries. Of these, 27 nations have formally joined the Board.
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Why Lula's visit matters for New Delhi-Brasilia strategic ties amid Trump-era tariffs
India | Feb 18, 2026, 07:14 AM ISTPresident Lula will be in India on a State visit from February 18 to 22. He will be joined by several Cabinet ministers and a high-level group of business leaders and CEOs. During the visit, he will hold bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 21, according to the MEA.
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Big diplomatic win for India as US revises fact sheet on trade deal with India; check what changed
India | Feb 11, 2026, 12:17 PM ISTUS President Donald Trump recently unveiled a new trade arrangement with India following a phone conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Under the revised terms, Washington has lowered tariffs on Indian exports from 25 percent to 18 percent.
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Ajit Doval holds high-level talks in Canada; government reiterates no backing for violent extremism
India | Feb 08, 2026, 10:10 PM ISTAccording to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the meeting, held on February 7, between Ajit Doval and Nathalie Drouin was part of the regular bilateral security dialogue between India and Canada.
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ASEAN Connect: How PM Modi's Malaysia visit reinforces India's Act East Policy
India | Feb 07, 2026, 10:43 AM ISTIndia’s Act East Policy is a diplomatic and strategic initiative aimed at strengthening India’s ties with the countries of Southeast Asia, East Asia, and the Asia-Pacific region. It is essentially an evolution of the earlier Look East Policy, which was adopted by the then PM PV Narasimha Rao .
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India condemns Islamabad blast, slams Pakistan for blaming others for its own 'home-grown ills'
India | Feb 06, 2026, 11:48 PM ISTIn an official statement, the MEA said the bombing earlier in the day was “condemnable” and expressed sympathy with the victims and their families. The statement said it was unfortunate that Pakistan, instead of addressing deep-rooted problems, continued to “delude itself by blaming others".
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'No Doval-Rubio meeting ever happened': MEA slams media report amid India-US trade buzz
India | Feb 06, 2026, 04:02 PM ISTDuring media briefing, MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal crushed the rumours and said, "Bloomberg's report? Zero basis- no meeting, no Doval visit." Dismissing claims of a fix-it trip for India-US ties, he reaffirmed that nothing happened- exposing foreign media's unchecked spin.
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Will India start buying oil from Venezuela instead of Russia? MEA clarifies energy security priority
India | Feb 05, 2026, 11:41 PM ISTAt a media briefing, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India remains committed to ensuring energy security of its 1.4 billion citizens and is open to exploring new crude supply option including from Venezuela.
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PM Modi to visit Malaysia on February 7-8; bilateral talks, diaspora outreach in the offing
India | Feb 04, 2026, 04:41 PM ISTIndia and Malaysia share deep and long-standing ties rooted in history, civilisation and culture. These links are further reinforced by the Indian diaspora in Malaysia, which numbers around 2.9 million people and is the third largest Indian community in the world.
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India engaged with US to extend Chabahar Port sanctions waiver before April 26 expiry deadline
India | Jan 16, 2026, 11:28 PM ISTThe External Affairs Ministry (MEA) confirmed that India is actively engaging with the US to clarify the conditions and continue its involvement in a safe manner.
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Speed News: Mamata protests I-PAC raids as ED flags interference to Chief Justice
Originals | Jan 09, 2026, 07:17 PM ISTMamata protests I-PAC raids as ED flags interference to Chief Justice. MEA dismisses Trump aide’s claim on failed India-US trade deal. Mahua Moitra, other TMC MPs detained during protest outside Amit Shah’s office. Amritsar police bust Jaggu Bhagwanpuria gang linked to target killings.
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India advises citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Iran amid violent protests
India | Jan 05, 2026, 11:50 PM ISTIndians residing in Iran on resident visas are advised to register with the Indian Embassy if they have not done so already.
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India rejects Pakistan's remarks on minorities in India, says your abysmal record speaks for itself
India | Dec 29, 2025, 11:53 PM ISTThe MEA said Pakistan’s “horrific and systemic victimisation” of minorities belonging to different faiths is a well-established fact recognised globally adding that no amount of finger-pointing by Pakistan would distract from or conceal the reality of its internal situation.