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MEA says 12 Indians fighting in Russian Army killed, 16 missing in conflict with Ukraine
World | Jan 17, 2025, 07:15 PM ISTMEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal on Friday said that of the total 126 Indians fighting for Russia in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, 12 have lost their lives while 16 are reported missing.
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Israel-Hamas agreement: India welcomes Gaza ceasefire, release of hostages
World | Jan 16, 2025, 02:45 PM ISTThe Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday welcomed the cessation of hostilities between Israel and Hamas, saying, "We welcome the announcement of the agreement for the release of hostages and a ceasefire in Gaza."
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India 'strongly' demands early return of Indians working with Russian Army after Kerala man's death
World | Jan 14, 2025, 08:28 PM ISTAn Indian national from Kerala who was working in the Russian Army was recently killed while another was injured. The MEA has said that the embassy in Moscow is seeking to transport mortal remains and repatriate the injured to India.
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MEA condemns Pakistan's airstrikes on Afghan civilians, slams Islamabad for 'blaming neighbours'
World | Jan 06, 2025, 02:29 PM ISTIn response to media queries regarding airstrikes on Afghan civilians, the Ministry of External Affairs condemned the attack saying, "Pakistan has an old habit of blaming neighbours for its internal matters."
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India's reminder to China over Brahmaputra Dam: Activities upstream shouldn't harm downstream states
World | Jan 05, 2025, 11:55 AM ISTIndia has responded to China's plan of constructing the world's largest dam on the Brahmaputra river in Tibet, saying that New Delhi has urged Beijing to ensure that activities upstream don't harm the interests of downstream states.
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India hits out at China for creating new counties with large parts of Aksai Chin
India | Jan 03, 2025, 06:08 PM ISTIndia on Friday said it has lodged a "solemn protest" with China over the establishment of two new counties in Hotan prefecture as parts of these regions fall in Indian union territory of Ladakh.
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Nimisha Priya case: MEA assures support as Yemen President approves Kerala nurse's execution
India | Dec 31, 2024, 10:20 AM ISTThe Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed extending all possible assistance in the Nimisha Priya case after Yemen’s president approved her execution. Indian government assured support as legal options are explored.
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MEA condemns Christmas market attack in Germany, says 'in contact with injured Indians and families'
World | Dec 22, 2024, 02:33 PM ISTThe MEA spokesperson on Saturday condemned the 'horrific and senseless' attack in Germany's Magdeburg. He assured that the Indian Mission in Germany was in contact with the injured Indians and families.
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Canada did not present evidence on allegations against Indians involved in criminal cases: Centre
India | Dec 20, 2024, 07:38 PM ISTSpeaking in Lok Sabha, Minister of State for External Affairs, Kirti Vardhan Singh informed that Canada has not provided any evidence regarding allegations against Indians. He added that persisting with such a narrative can only be harmful to stable bilateral relationships.
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MEA on threats issued by Gurpatwant Pannun against Indian ambassador Kwatra: 'We take it seriously'
India | Dec 20, 2024, 07:00 PM ISTMinistry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal on Friday said that India takes the threats issued by terrorist Gurpatwant Singh against Indian Ambassador to the US, Vinay Mohan Kwatra 'seriously'.
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India evacuates 75 nationals from Syria days after Bashar al-Assad govt's fall
India | Dec 11, 2024, 06:50 AM ISTThe Ministry of External Affairs said that they will closely monitor the ongoing unrest in Syria and advised the Indian nationals remaining in Syria to be in contact with the Indian Embassy.
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Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri to visit Bangladesh on December 9: MEA on rising attacks on Hindus
India | Dec 06, 2024, 07:28 PM ISTIndia reiterates concerns over legal fairness and rising violence against Hindus in Bangladesh, while monitoring the safety of its nationals in Syria and strengthening diplomatic ties with Bangladesh.
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'Deeply regrettable': India on protesters breaching premises of Bangladesh mission in Agartala
India | Dec 03, 2024, 07:05 AM ISTBangladesh unrest: There has been a spate of attacks on minorities including on the Hindu community in Bangladesh in the last few months. India has been expressing concerns over attacks on minorities, especially Hindus, in that country.
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India's response to Israel-Lebanon ceasefire agreement | Key details here
World | Nov 27, 2024, 03:40 PM IST"We welcome the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon that has been announced. We have always called for de-escalation, restraint and a return to the path of dialogue and diplomacy," said MEA.
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'Ensure safety of Hindus': India lodges strong protest over arrest of ISKCON leader in Bangladesh
World | Nov 26, 2024, 03:17 PM ISTChinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari was detained at the Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, said the police officials, without giving details of the charges for which he was arrested.
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US charges 57-year-old Indian with conspiring to 'illegally' export aviation components to Russia
World | Nov 23, 2024, 06:57 AM ISTIf found guilty, Sanjay Kaushik could face up to 20 years in prison and fines of up to USD 1 million per charge listed in the indictment.
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Canada takes stunning U-turn, rejects media report that named PM Modi, EAM and Doval in Nijjar case
World | Nov 22, 2024, 01:35 PM ISTCanada’s The Globe and Mail recently reported that Canadian security agencies suspect Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was aware of Nijjar’s killing.
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Pakistan did not send diplomatic note to discuss air pollution in Karachi, Lahore: MEA's Jaiswal
World | Nov 07, 2024, 07:04 PM ISTThe response came days after the Pakistani environmental minister said it would write to the Foreign Office on Monday to approach Indian authorities for talks on joint efforts to curb smog.
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Canada bans Australian media outlet for broadcasting EAM Jaishankar's remarks, India reacts
India | Nov 07, 2024, 05:46 PM ISTAddressing a press conference, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said Canada has banned Australia Today and the news outlet has been blocked and is no longer available for viewers in Canada.
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Indian Army resumes patrolling all key points in both Depsang and Demchok, MEA confirms
India | Nov 07, 2024, 06:24 PM ISTEarlier in October, India announced it had reached an agreement with China on patrolling along the LAC in eastern Ladakh, a major breakthrough in ending the over four-year-long military standoff.