Ministry Of External Affairs
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EAM Dr Jaishankar visiting UAE today, will hold talks with his counterpart Al Nahyan
India | Jun 23, 2024, 12:07 PM ISTDuring the visit, EAM Dr Jaishankar will have meeting with his UAE counterpart on wide-ranging issues of the partnership.
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'Political space for extremism': India on Canada's 'moment of silence' for Hardeep Singh Nijjar
World | Jun 22, 2024, 12:59 PM ISTCanada's House of Commons held a 'moment of silence' on Tuesday as MPs stood in honour of Khalistani terrorist Nijjar, who was killed last year. India has repeatedly highlighted Canada giving space to pro-Khalistani elements operating from Canadian soil with impunity.
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PM Modi discusses defence, security cooperation with Italian PM Meloni on sidelines of G7 Summit
World | Jun 15, 2024, 08:46 AM ISTDuring the talks, PM Modi thanked PM Meloni for the invitation to participate in G7 Outreach Summit and conveyed his appreciation for the successful conclusion of the Summit.
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PM Narendra Modi reaches New Delhi after concluding successful visit to G7 Italy
World | Jun 15, 2024, 09:52 AM ISTThe visit saw fruitful dialogues on key global issues under the G7 platform and deepening of India's partnership with countries participating in the Summit.
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Special IAF flight with mortal remains of 45 Indians who died in Kuwait fire tragedy lands in Kochi
India | Jun 14, 2024, 10:52 AM ISTA special Indian Air Force aircraft carrying the mortal remains of 45 Indian nationals killed in a tragic fire incident in Kuwait lands in Kochi. The repatriation, coordinated by MoS MEA Kirtivardhan Singh, ensured swift return and support for the victims' families.
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G7 Summit: PM Modi arrives in Italy's Apulia, to hold bilateral talks with world leaders
World | Jun 14, 2024, 10:32 AM ISTThis will be India's 11th participation in G7 Summit and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's fifth consecutive participation at the G7 Summit.
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Kuwait fire tragedy: Know about Kerala natives who were among 40 Indian victims
India | Jun 13, 2024, 02:56 PM ISTA devastating fire in a labor housing facility in Kuwait's Mangaf area has resulted in the deaths of 40 Indians while injuring over 50 others.
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Two Indians recruited by Russian Army killed in Ukraine, India demands halt in recruitment
World | Jun 12, 2024, 06:12 AM ISTThe Indian External Affairs Ministry and the embassy in Moscow have strongly taken up the matter with Russian authorities. India has also demanded a verified stop to further recruitment of Indian nationals in the Russian Army.
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PM-designate Modi, Council of Ministers oath-taking on June 9: List of world leaders who will attend
India | Jun 08, 2024, 10:57 AM IST"The visit of the leaders to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for his third consecutive term is in keeping with the highest priority accorded by India to its ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy and ‘SAGAR’ vision," the MEA said.
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US calls Taiwan’s message to PM Modi ‘normal diplomatic business’ amid China’s protests
World | Jun 07, 2024, 09:38 AM ISTChina has lodged a protest with India over PM Modi's remarks, which came in response to congratulatory greetings from Taiwan President Lai Ching-te on his election victory.
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MEA got request to impound Prajwal Revanna's passport only on May 21, says EAM Dr Jaishankar
India | May 24, 2024, 07:49 PM ISTThe Ministry of External Affairs has begun the process to impound Prajwal Revanna's passport following serious allegations of sexual abuse. EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar confirmed that the request was received on May 21, with immediate action taken to proceed with the necessary protocols.
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MEA refutes allegations of deportation amid Indian student protests in Canada's Prince Edward Island
India | May 18, 2024, 12:03 AM ISTRefuting claims of widespread deportation, the MEA spokesperson said that a large number of students have gone to Canada to study. The figure is pretty significant. But we haven't come across several students facing deportation. There may be one case here or one case there.
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Beware of scamsters: MEA warns Indian nationals of job scams in Laos, Cambodia
India | May 17, 2024, 05:56 PM ISTThe Ministry of External Affairs has issued a warning to Indian nationals about the growing threat of human traffickers luring individuals with false promises of high-paying jobs in Cambodia and Southeast Asia. Victims are often forced into cybercrime activities upon arrival.
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India working to repatriate mortal remains of ex-Army officer killed in Gaza
World | May 16, 2024, 12:10 PM ISTColonel Waibhav Anil Kale, 46, was killed in the southern Gaza city of Rafah when his vehicle was claimed to be hit by Israeli tank fire. Indian diplomatic missions in New York, Tel Aviv and Ramallah are working for the repatriation of his mortal remains to India.
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'Unwarranted, unsubstantiated imputations': India reacts to US report on Pannun case
World | Apr 30, 2024, 10:20 AM ISTA report by the Washington Post named the Indian official, a former RAW chief, who was allegedly involved in the foiled assassination bid on Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. India has vehemently denied its involvement in the case, saying it goes against its official policy.
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'Raised matter with Iranian side': India after Pakistan, Iran mention Kashmir in joint statement
World | Apr 25, 2024, 06:08 PM ISTPakistan and Iran issued a joint statement saying the Kashmir issue should be resolved "through peaceful means" after Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi concluded his visit. India has repeatedly said that Kashmir is an internal matter and foreign countries shouldn't interfere.
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'Deeply biased, poor understanding': India slams US report on human rights abuses
World | Apr 25, 2024, 05:39 PM ISTThe 2023 Human Rights Report by the US State Department flagged "credible reports" of various human rights abuses in India, mentioning the Manipur violence. It also claimed that the Indian government took minimal steps to address the officials who committed the human rights abuses.
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Iran-Israel tensions: External Affairs Minister Jaishankar speaks to Iranian, Israeli counterparts
World | Apr 15, 2024, 09:26 AM ISTIran launched air-attack toward Israel late Saturday in an unprecedented revenge mission that pushed the West Asia ever closer to a regionwide war.
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Maldivian tourism body to hold roadshow in multiple Indian cities amid strained ties
World | Apr 12, 2024, 11:29 AM ISTMaldivian Tourism body said they will hold roadshows in India to woo tourists back amid strain in India-Maldives diplomatic ties.
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Two Indian nationals missing after Taiwan earthquake safe, in touch with authorities
World | Apr 05, 2024, 03:01 PM ISTThe 7.4-magnitude earthquake in Taiwan on Wednesday has killed 12 people as of Friday while injuring more than 1,000 people. As many as 50 aftershocks rattled the country overnight as authorities are conducting rescue operations for others missing after the tremor.