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  India slams joint op-ed by UK, French, German envoys questioning Russia ties ahead of Putin's visit

  India | December 03, 2025 23:45 IST

  India has objected to a joint op-ed by the British, French and German ambassadors criticising Russia ahead of President Vladimir Putin's visit. MEA officials called the public advice on India’s foreign relations inappropriate and unusual.

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  India rebuts Pakistan's propaganda on aid flight clearance to cyclone-hit Sri Lanka

  India | December 02, 2025 7:37 IST

  Officials stated that Pakistan submitted its overflight request around 1:00 pm (IST) on Monday, asking for same-day clearance to use Indian airspace. Since the purpose was to deliver humanitarian aid to Sri Lanka, India handled the request with unusual urgency.

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  India slams Pakistan over remark on Ram Mandir: 'Country stained with bigotry has no moral standing'

  India | November 26, 2025 23:55 IST

  MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said rather than indulging in hypocritical homilies, Pakistan should look at itself and focus on its own abysmal human rights record over the years.

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  Iran suspends visa-free entry for Indians; MEA issues advisory against job-fraud

  India | November 17, 2025 22:30 IST

  In a fresh advisory issued on Monday, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said it had been alerted to multiple incidents where Indians were deceived into travelling to Iran with promises of, high-paying jobs.

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  India reacts over death penalty awarded to Hasina by Bangladesh court: 'Will engage constructively'

  India | November 17, 2025 23:51 IST

  Bangladesh has formally approached India, requesting the extradition of Hasina following the issuance of a death sentence against her. In its communication to New Delhi, the Bangladeshi Ministry of External Affairs cited the bilateral extradition treaty between the two countries.

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  MEA assures full support for Celina Jaitley's brother detained in UAE; consular access provided

  India | November 07, 2025 18:02 IST

  The Embassy remains in close contact with his family, including his wife, and is ensuring support as directed by the Delhi High Court. Celina Jaitley had approached the court seeking urgent help for her brother's legal and medical welfare.

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  Illegal nuclear activities are in keeping with Pakistan's history: MEA on Trump's claim

  India | November 07, 2025 18:25 IST

  This statement came days after Trump alleged that several countries—including Pakistan, Russia, China, and North Korea—were actively conducting nuclear tests, and added that the US would resume its own nuclear testing.

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  India rejects OIC's remarks on 'internal matters', says MEA | Video

  India | October 30, 2025 17:16 IST

  In addition to rejecting the OIC’s remarks, Jaiswal addressed a range of other foreign policy matters, highlighting India’s continued engagement with major global partners on issues of trade, energy, and regional security.

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  India gets 6-month exemption from American sanctions for Chabahar Port in Iran, says MEA

  India | October 30, 2025 16:05 IST

  MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that India continues to engage with the United States to finalise a trade agreement that serves the interests of both nations. He added that discussions remain active across various bilateral and strategic domains.

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  India working to repatriate nationals detained in Thailand after crossing from Myanmar: MEA

  India | October 29, 2025 23:34 IST

  Although the MEA has not provided detailed information about how the individuals entered Thailand, sources suggest they may have fled ongoing conflict in Myanmar.

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  India denies mob lynching allegations, clarifies Tripura border clash with Bangladeshi smugglers

  India | October 17, 2025 20:46 IST

  The three deceased Bangladeshi nationals were later identified as Jual Miah, Sajal Miah, and Pandit Miah from Bangladesh’s Habiganj district.

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  Priority to safeguard Indian consumer's interest, talks with US ongoing: MEA on Trump's claim

  India | October 16, 2025 11:46 IST

  In a statement, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India's import policies are guided by the country's objective to safeguard its interests. He, however, noted that India is a significant importer of oil and gas.

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  Jaishankar holds talks with US Ambassador-designate Sergio Gor amid strained trade ties

  India | October 11, 2025 16:13 IST

  Jaishankar 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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  India clarifies amid row over ban on female journalists at Taliban press meet, says 'had no role'

  India | October 11, 2025 10:28 IST

  MEA has clarified that it had no involvement in the press conference held by Afghanistan’s Taliban Foreign Minister, Amir Khan Muttaqi, in New Delhi on Friday.

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  Will PM Modi meet Trump at ASEAN Summit later this month? Here's what MEA said

  World | October 03, 2025 17:18 IST

  Malaysia has conveyed to India that US President Donald Trump will be in Kuala Lumpur from October 26 to 28 to attend the ASEAN and East Asia summits.

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  Government allows Sikh pilgrims to visit Pakistan for Guru Nanak's birth anniversary

  India | October 02, 2025 17:24 IST

  Only selected jathas (groups) will be allowed to travel, based on recommendations from the respective state governments. These suggestions will be reviewed by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and final approval will be granted by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).

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  India responds to changes in US H-1B Visa programme: 'Would remain engaged with all concerned'

  India | September 26, 2025 19:47 IST

  Earlier, US President Donald Trump announced a steep hike in H-1B Visa fees to $100,000. This came as a major setback for Indian professionals who aspire to work in the United States, especially in the fields of technology, engineering, and healthcare.

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  No such talks took place: India rejects NATO chief's 'careless' claim on Modi-Putin phone call

  World | September 26, 2025 17:31 IST

  Rutte had suggested that US tariffs had pressured India to seek explanations from Russia about its strategy in Ukraine. The MEA schooled NATO, asserting that the 32-nation group should be responsible and accurate while making statements in public.

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  MEA on Saudi Arabia-Pakistan defence pact: 'Will keep in mind mutual interests and sensitivities'

  India | September 19, 2025 16:58 IST

  Saudi Arabia and Pakistan on Wednesday signed a "strategic mutual defence" agreement under which an attack on either country will be considered as "an aggression against both".

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  Nepal Gen Z protest: India 'closely monitoring' situation, asks its nationals to exercise caution

  India | September 09, 2025 12:05 IST

  The Nepal government has withdrawn its earlier decision to ban social media sites after violent protests by youths that left at least 19 people dead and over 300 others injured.