Randhir Jaiswal
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'India won't give in to any blackmail': MEA responds to Trump's Indo-Pak nuclear war speculation
India | May 13, 2025, 07:01 PM ISTOn being asked about the alleged damage to Pakistan's nuclear facility at Kirana Hills, MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal made it clear that it was for the Pakistani side to comment on this matter.
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There is now a new normal, the sooner Pakistan gets it, the better: India
India | May 13, 2025, 06:29 PM ISTIndia asserts a firm 'new normal' on counterterrorism, warning Pakistan of decisive retaliation against any provocation or cross-border terror.
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'Kashmir's only relation with Pakistan...': India slams Pak Army chief's 'jugular vein' remark
World | Apr 17, 2025, 05:42 PM ISTThe Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, during a press conference, said that Kashmir's only relationship with Pakistan is to vacate the illegally occupied territories by that country.
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India slams US panel's report on religious freedom, MEA calls USCIRF 'an entity of concern'
World | Mar 26, 2025, 05:44 PM ISTIndia slammed the USCIRF's report on religious freedom, as Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, "Such efforts to undermine India’s standing as a beacon of democracy and tolerance will not succeed."
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Indian students in US must comply with American laws: MEA on deportations
India | Mar 21, 2025, 10:07 PM ISTThe External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that the two Indians hadn’t reached out to the Indian missions in the United States for assistance.
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India concerned about Bangladesh’s law and order situation, supports holding inclusive polls: MEA
India | Mar 07, 2025, 08:50 PM ISTMEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that It is the responsibility of Bangladesh’s interim government to protect Hindus, other minorities as well as their properties, religious institutions.
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India, US in process of advancing talks on bilateral trade agreement, Rana's extradition soon: MEA
World | Mar 07, 2025, 05:42 PM ISTThe Bilateral Trade Agreement will aid in strengthening and deepening goods and service sector between India and US and increase market access, reduce tariff and non-tariff barriers, and deepen supply chain integration.
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MEA reacts to information provided by Trump admin on US funding in India: 'Deeply troubling'
World | Feb 21, 2025, 05:59 PM ISTMinistry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal in the weekly media presser said that the revelations that have surfaced are "deeply troubling"
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MEA confirms return of 18 Indians stranded in Benghazi as security situation deteriorates in Libya
World | Feb 06, 2025, 02:01 PM ISTMinistry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed the return on 18 Indians who were stranded in Libya. He added that the Indian Embassy in Libya facilitated the return of Indians.
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MEA slams UK report listing Hindu nationalism as extremist ideology: 'Should not be falsely equated'
World | Jan 31, 2025, 06:56 PM ISTThe MEA spokesperson on Friday responded to a question pertaining to a report in UK calling Hindu nationalism as a new 'threat of extremism'. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, "it should not be condoned and falsely equated."
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MEA on PM Modi's possible US visit: 'Specific dates would be announced at the appropriate time'
World | Jan 31, 2025, 06:53 PM ISTMEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal on Friday said that PM Modi's visit to the US will deepen the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. He added that specific dates will be announced at appropriate time.
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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 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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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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MEA on reports of granting of Indian visas in Canada: 'Another example of disinformation'
India | Dec 13, 2024, 06:02 PM ISTThe MEA spokesperson said that India reserves the legitimate right to deny visas to those who don't respect the country's territorial integrity. This response follows a Canadian report which claimed that India has been denying visas to pro-Khalistani citizens.
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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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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.