Ministry Of External Affairs
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India summons Canadian High Commission representative over their allegations against Amit Shah
India | Nov 02, 2024, 04:34 PM IST"It was conveyed in the Note that the Government of India protests in the strongest terms to the absurd and baseless references made to the Union Home Minister of India before the Committee by Deputy Minister David Morrison," the MEA in a statement said.
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'India is on side of peace': MEA on Russia-Ukraine conflict, situation in West Asia
India | Oct 25, 2024, 08:52 PM ISTHe said that both leaders expressed satisfaction that considerable progress has been made in the various areas of their bilateral relationship. Misri said that India-Germany bilateral trade stood at USD 33 billion in 2023 and cumulative German investments in India amount to nearly USD 15 billion.
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India hits out at Canada over 'preposterous' allegations, accuses Trudeau of 'naked interference'
World | Oct 14, 2024, 02:45 PM ISTThe Ministry of External Affairs said it received a diplomatic communication on Sunday suggesting that Indian High Commissioner to Canada Sanjay Kumar Verma and other diplomats are "persons of interest" in an investigation there. The MEA rejected the latest charges as "preposterous implications".
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India welcomes agreement between Mauritius, UK over Chagos Archipelago | How it played a role?
World | Oct 03, 2024, 08:58 PM ISTThe Chagos Archipelago consists of approximately 58 small, flat islands located in the central Indian Ocean. India had earlier reaffirmed support to Mauritius over on the issue of the Chagos Archipelago, which was widely appreciated by the island nation.
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'Biased, motivated narrative': India rejects US report on 'violations' of religious freedom
World | Oct 03, 2024, 06:37 PM ISTThe USCIRF report recommended the US government to designate India as a "Country of Particular Concern" over "systematic, ongoing and egregious violations" of religious freedom. India has previously refuted similar reports by the organisation, accusing it of being "biased".
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'Factually incorrect, misleading': MEA on reports suggesting India's role in Bangladesh floods
World | Aug 30, 2024, 06:29 PM ISTIndia had earlier described similar reports as "factually incorrect" that blamed India for the devastating floods in Bangladesh. The South Asian country, along with India's Tripura, is witnessing heavy rainfall that have killed at least 30 people in the neighbouring nation.
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Qatar authorities return two Guru Granth Sahib copies to India confiscated from Indian national
World | Aug 28, 2024, 04:17 PM ISTTwo 'saroops' of Guru Granth Sahib were seized by Qatari authorities from individuals allegedly operating religious establishments without the local government's approval. The Ministry of External Affairs had earlier said the matter was being pursued with urgency for an early resolution.
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India quashes reports linking opening of Farakka barrage to Bangladesh floods
India | Aug 27, 2024, 07:22 AM ISTEarlier on August 22, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal trashed similar reports which claimed that flooding in Bangladesh was caused by the release of water from Tripura's Dumbur dam into the Gumti River.
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'We have already taken up matter with Qatari side': MEA over confiscation of Guru Granth Sahib
World | Aug 23, 2024, 02:50 PM ISTThe Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has addressed the confiscation of two 'saroops' of Guru Granth Sahib by Qatari authorities, assuring that the matter is being pursued with urgency for an early resolution.
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Nepal's Foreign Minister Dr Arzu Rana Deuba embarks on five-day official visit to India today
World | Aug 18, 2024, 02:17 PM ISTSignificantly, the forthcoming visit will provide both sides an opportunity to discuss and review the progress in bilateral cooperation and help in advancing our ties further.
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Jaishankar meets Maldivian President Muizzu, reaffirms commitment to strengthen India-Maldives ties
World | Aug 10, 2024, 01:48 PM ISTOn his second day of the visit to Maldives, EAM Dr S Jaishankar discussed defence and security cooperation with Maldivian Defence Minister Mohamed Ghassan Maumoon.
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Indian High Commissioner attended swearing-in ceremony of Bangladesh's interim govt: MEA
World | Aug 09, 2024, 11:45 AM ISTIndia on Thursday expressed hope for the early restoration of law and order in Bangladesh and said the country's interests are foremost for the Indian government. The Ministry of External Affairs earlier said the Indian High Commission was likely to participate in the swearing-in ceremony.
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EAM Dr Jaishankar reaches Maldives to enhance bilateral cooperation
World | Aug 09, 2024, 08:08 PM ISTEAM Dr S Jaishankar embarked on a two-day visit to the Maldives on Friday to strengthen bilateral ties and explore further cooperation under India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy.
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Indian nationals advised against travelling to Bangladesh amid massive anti-quota protests
World | Aug 05, 2024, 06:11 AM ISTAccording to the police headquarters, 14 policemen have been killed across the country. Of them, 13 were killed in Sirajganj's Enayetpur police station. One person was killed in Comilla's Elliotganj, the paper said. More than 300 policemen were injured.
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Indian Embassy advises nationals to avoid non-essential travel to Lebanon amid escalating tensions
World | Aug 01, 2024, 08:25 AM ISTAmid rising tensions between Israel and Lebanon, the Indian Embassy in Beirut has advised Indian nationals to avoid non-essential travel and exercise caution.
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4,500 Indian students returned home amid protests in Bangladesh: MEA
World | Jul 21, 2024, 10:23 PM ISTThe Ministry of External Affairs announced that over 4,500 Indian students have safely returned from Bangladesh amidst ongoing protests over government job quotas there.
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Indian in touch with Latvia authorities following suspected drowning of Indian student in Riga
World | Jul 20, 2024, 10:20 PM ISTThe Embassy of India to Sweden and Latvia said they are in regular contact with Latvian authorities and the victim's family after the suspected drowning of an Indian student in Riga.
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Bangladesh Protests: India facilitating return of its nationals, 245 arrived so far, say sources
India | Jul 20, 2024, 02:43 AM ISTAmid violent protests in Bangladesh over government job quotas, the Indian High Commission in Dhaka is coordinating with local authorities to ensure the safety of Indian nationals.
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MEA in touch with 50 Indian nationals who 'wish to end' employment in Russian Army
World | Jul 19, 2024, 05:07 PM ISTSeveral Indian nationals had been duped to join the Russian Army, battling extreme conditions, and two Indians reportedly died on the battlefield, India had repeatedly raised the matter through diplomatic channels and Russia agreed for their early discharge after PM Modi's recent visit to Moscow.
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'A special honour': Austrian Chancellor welcomes PM Modi's upcoming visit to Vienna
World | Jul 06, 2024, 09:04 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to Vienna marks the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Austria in over 41 years. PM Modi's visit coincides with the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Austria, signaling a significant milestone in bilateral ties.