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India rebuts Pakistan's propaganda on aid flight clearance to cyclone-hit Sri Lanka
India | Dec 02, 2025, 07:37 AM ISTOfficials 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 | Nov 26, 2025, 11:55 PM ISTMEA 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 | Nov 17, 2025, 10:30 PM ISTIn 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 | Nov 17, 2025, 11:51 PM ISTBangladesh 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 | Nov 07, 2025, 06:02 PM ISTThe 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 | Nov 07, 2025, 06:25 PM ISTThis 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 | Oct 30, 2025, 05:16 PM ISTIn 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 | Oct 30, 2025, 04:05 PM ISTMEA 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 | Oct 29, 2025, 11:34 PM ISTAlthough 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 | Oct 17, 2025, 08:46 PM ISTThe 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 | Oct 16, 2025, 11:46 AM ISTIn 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 | Oct 11, 2025, 04:13 PM 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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India clarifies amid row over ban on female journalists at Taliban press meet, says 'had no role'
India | Oct 11, 2025, 10:28 AM ISTMEA 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 | Oct 03, 2025, 05:18 PM ISTMalaysia 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 | Oct 02, 2025, 05:24 PM ISTOnly 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 | Sep 26, 2025, 07:47 PM ISTEarlier, 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 | Sep 26, 2025, 05:31 PM ISTRutte 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 | Sep 19, 2025, 04:58 PM ISTSaudi 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 | Sep 09, 2025, 12:05 PM ISTThe 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.
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EAM Jaishankar raises Ariha Shah issue before his German counterpart; all about the case
India | Sep 03, 2025, 05:08 PM ISTThe two leaders also discussed doubling trade between India and Germany, resolving export control issues, and deepening defence and technology ties. Jaishankar also said the discussion was also held on other geopolitical issues, including Ukraine conflict and middle east crisis.