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Grand Mufti's office claims Nimisha Priya's death sentence cancelled, sources call it as inaccurate
India | Jul 29, 2025, 11:18 AM ISTThe Indian government and several religious leaders, including Grand Mufti Abu Bakar Ahmad, intervened in the case. Yemen’s Houthi authorities had earlier suspended the sentence.
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India working with UK over alleged misidentification of Air India crash victims' remains: MEA
India | Jul 23, 2025, 04:39 PM ISTIndia’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has said it is working closely with UK authorities following allegations of misidentification of remains repatriated after the June 12 crash of Air India flight AI171 in Ahmedabad.
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PM Modi to visit UK and Maldives from July 23-26, says MEA; key focus on trade, bilateral relations
India | Jul 20, 2025, 02:50 PM ISTPM Modi will be the 'Guest of Honour' at the celebrations of the 60th anniversary of the Independence of Maldives on July 26. Besides, the two leaders will discuss a plethora of issues, including mutual cooperation, India-Maldives Joint Vision and other.
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Yemen postpones execution of Indian nurse Nimisha Priya scheduled for July 16: Sources
India | Jul 15, 2025, 02:22 PM ISTYemen authorities have postponed the execution of Indian national Nimisha Priya, scheduled for July 16, according to sources. The Government of India had intensified efforts in recent days to secure more time for Priya's family to reach a mutually acceptable resolution with the victim's family.
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MEA slams Punjab CM Maan for his remarks on PM Modi's 5-nation tour, calls it 'irresponsible'
India | Jul 10, 2025, 11:54 PM ISTThe MEA stated that such comments undermine India's ties with friendly countries and do not reflect the government's position. Jaiswal further stated that the Government of India disassociates itself from such unwarranted comments that undermine India's ties with friendly countries.
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Dalai Lama reincarnation issue: 'India refrains from religious stand on successor', says MEA
India | Jul 04, 2025, 08:26 PM ISTDalai Lama reincarnation issue: MEA's statement follows closely on the heels of a significant declaration by the Dalai Lama, who, ahead of his 90th birthday on July 6, reaffirmed that the Gaden Phodrang Trust—established by him in 2015—holds sole authority to determine his future reincarnation.
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Three Indians abducted in Al-Qaeda linked terror strikes in Mali, India seeks urgent action
India | Jul 03, 2025, 07:12 AM ISTA day after the Indians were abducted, New Delhi on Wednesday called upon the Mali government to take all necessary measures to secure their "safe and expeditious" release.
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India rejects 'supplemental award' on Jammu and Kashmir dam projects by illegal Court of Arbitration
India | Jun 27, 2025, 11:44 PM ISTIndia underscored that it had suspended the Indus Water Treaty in the aftermath of Pahalgam terror attack, which resulted in the deaths of 26 people. The govt asserted that Pakistan must credibly and irreversibly renounce cross-border terrorism before any treaty obligations can resume.
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PM Modi to attend BRICS Summit in Brazil, visit four more countries to boost ties, check itinerary
India | Jun 27, 2025, 11:47 PM ISTPM Modi will undertake an official visit to Ghana from July 2. This will be his first ever bilateral visit to Ghana and the visit is taking place after three decades.
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Operation Sindhu: India thanks Iran for opening airspace, over 4,000 evacuated from conflict zones
India | Jun 26, 2025, 05:16 PM ISTOperation Sindhu: India expressed deep appreciation to the Government of Iran for its supportive and generous gesture in opening its airspace to assist in the safe evacuation of Indian nationals amid regional tensions.
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India stands ready to play its part in efforts to resolve conflict: MEA on West Asia situation
India | Jun 24, 2025, 11:53 PM ISTThe MEA said it welcomes the reports of a ceasefire between Iran and Israel and the role played by the US and Qatar in bringing it about.
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160 Indians evacuated from Israel to Jordan in first batch as tension in Middle East escalates
India | Jun 22, 2025, 11:46 PM ISTThe evacuated group safely crossed into Jordan through the Sheikh Hussein Bridge, approximately 120 km from Tel Aviv.
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Operation Sindhu: MEA says India to evacuate citizens from Israel amid ongoing conflict with Iran
India | Jun 19, 2025, 10:25 PM ISTThe MEA said Indian citizens currently in Israel and wishing to return home would be assisted by the Indian embassy in Tel Aviv and assured that all necessary arrangements are being made to ensure their safety.
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Owaisi urges Centre, Telangana govt to evacuate stranded Indian students from Iran and Iraq
India | Jun 14, 2025, 11:42 PM ISTIran’s ambassador to the United Nations reported that 78 people were killed and over 320 wounded in the Israeli bombardment. The strikes dealt a severe blow to Iran’s military leadership and technical capabilities.
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India rejects Pakistan's claims on blast in Balochistan's Khuzdar, calls allegations baseless
India | May 21, 2025, 06:12 PM ISTIndia has firmly rejected Pakistan’s accusation of Indian involvement in a suicide bombing that killed five people in Balochistan’s Khuzdar district. The MEA said the allegation is baseless and part of Pakistan’s habitual strategy to deflect attention from its internal failures.
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Arunachal was, is and will remain integral part of India: New Delhi's strong message to China
India | May 14, 2025, 09:41 AM ISTNew Delhi's reaction came in response to Beijing announcing Chinese names for some places in Arunachal Pradesh, which the neighbouring country claims as the southern part of Tibet.
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India expresses concern over ban on Awami League, calls for free and fair elections in Bangladesh
World | May 13, 2025, 08:17 PM ISTThe Ministry of External Affairs has expressed concern over the recent ban on Bangladesh’s Awami League under a revised anti-terrorism law, calling it a troubling development that undermines democratic freedoms. The MEA emphasised India’s support for early, free, fair, and inclusive elections.
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Pakistan used civilian flights as shield during drone attacks, did not close airspace: India
India | May 09, 2025, 07:46 PM ISTIndia accused Pakistan of using civilian flights as cover during failed drone attacks, warning of serious risks and consequences amid rising border tensions.
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Pakistan deliberately killed Sikhs in India, targeted gurdwara: MEA on deaths in shelling in Poonch
India | May 08, 2025, 07:44 PM ISTForeign Secretary Vikram Misri said Pakistan on Wednesday launched a targeted attack on the Sikh community of Jammu and Kashmir, hitting a gurdwara in Poonch and Sikh community members came under attack.
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India crushes Pakistan's propaganda with facts that can't be denied
India | May 08, 2025, 07:24 PM ISTAs Indo-Pakistan tensions rise after Pakistan attempted to target 15 cities in India in response to Operation Sindoor, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) countered Pakistan's anti-India narrative, presenting facts.