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Rajeev Kumar appointed next High Commissioner of India to Papua New Guinea
New Delhi, April 15: Indian Foreign Service officer Rajeev Kumar has been appointed as India's next High Commissioner to Papua New Guinea.
Jaishankar concludes 2025 Consultative Committee meet on India's ties with neighbours
New Delhi, March 22: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Saturday concluded the first Consultative Committee Meeting of 2025 for External Affairs, focusing on India's relationships with its neighbouring countries--Bangladesh, Maldives, Myanmar, and Sri Lanka.
25 Indian nationals in UAE, 11 in Saudi Arabia awarded death sentence, judgement yet to be implemented: Govt
New Delhi, March 20: As many as 25 Indian nationals in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and 11 in Saudi Arabia have been awarded death sentence but the judgement is yet to be implemented, the government informed Parliament on Thursday.
MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh launches WhatsApp channel on safe migration at conclave with MEA Recruiting Agents Associations
New Delhi, March 12: Minister of State for External Affairs and Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Kirti Vardhan Singh presided over the inaugural session of one-day Conclave with the representatives of the MEA registered Recruiting Agents Associations at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan in Delhi on Tuesday, a statement by the Ministry of External Affairs said.
India secures repatriation of 283 Indians from Myanmar, Thailand lured on pretext of fake jobs
Bangkok, March 12: The Indian Embassy in Thailand, in close coordination with Indian Embassy in Myanmar, secured the repatriation of 549 Indians who were lured by fake job offers.
283 Indian nationals repatriated from Myanmar after being lured into cybercrime rackets
New Delhi, March 11: In a significant diplomatic and humanitarian effort, the Government of India successfully secured the release and repatriation of 283 Indian nationals from Myanmar on Monday.
India secures repatriation of 283 nationals from Myanmar lured on pretext of fake jobs
New Delhi, March 11: The Indian embassies in Myanmar and Thailand, in coordination with local authorities, secured the repatriation of 283 Indian nationals by an Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft from Mae Sot in Thailand.
UK: Jaishankar greeted by well-wishers during morning walk
London, March 9: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar was greeted by his 'well-wishers' during his morning walk on Sunday.
MoS Margherita holds talks with Nicaragua Foreign Min on expansion of bilateral ties
Managua, March 9: Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita held talks with Nicaragua Foreign Minister Valdrack Jaentschke.
EAM S Jaishankar inaugurates new Indian Consulate in Manchester
Manchester, March 8: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday inaugurated a new Indian Consulate in Manchester, Northern England.
We continue to pursue case against him as required under law, says MEA on Lalit Modi
New Delhi March 7: Responding to a question on reports of former IPL boss Lalit Modi's acquisition of citizenship of Vanuatu, the Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that they are aware of his application for surrendering his passport in the High Commission of India in London and they are continuing to pursue all cases against him as per the law.
The government has your back says EAM S Jaishankar to Indian community in Dublin
Dublin, March 7: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday interacted with the Indian community in Dublin during his visit to Ireland. The Minister said that in recent times India has gained a better reputation for defending its interests.
EAM Jaishankar calls on Ireland President Michael Higgins, discusses role of culture in strengthening nationhood
Dublin, March 7: External Affairs Minister (EAM), S. Jaishankar, has called on Irish President Michael D Higgins, marking the beginning of his visit to Ireland where he is also scheduled to hold bilateral talks with his Irish counterpart.
Freedom given to Khalistani goons in Britain unacceptable, says former Foreign Secy after Jaishankar security scare in London
New Delhi, March 6: Several analysts, former diplomats and politicians have severely condemned the serious security breach in London on Wednesday night when Khalistani extremists based in Britain tried to block the vehicle carrying External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar.
India denounces breach of security during EAM Jaishankar's UK visit
New Delhi, March 6: India on Thursday condemned the breach of security by pro-Khalistani supporters during External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar's visit to the UK.
Shashi Tharoor leads very pleasant standing committee meeting Swedish delegation, says part of building friendly relations
New Delhi, March 4: Congress leader and Chairman of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs, Shashi Tharoor led "friendly and positive" discussions with the Swedish Parliamentary Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs where they discussed building friendly relations between the two parliaments.
Meeting of Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs begins
New Delhi, March 4: The meeting of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs with the Swedish Parliament's Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs began in the Parliament House Annex on Tuesday.
Ashish Sinha appointed as India's next Ambassador to Estonia
New Delhi, March 4: Ashish Sinha, presently serving as Joint Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs has been appointed as India's next Ambassador to Estonia, the Ministry announced.
India provided all possible legal assistance to Indian national executed in UAE: MEA
New Delhi, March 3: The Indian Embassy in the United Arab Emirates provided all possible legal assistance to Shahzadi, the Indian national executed in UAE, including sending mercy petitions and pardon requests to the Government of the UAE, the XP Division of the Ministry of External Affairs stated.
MoS Margherita interacts with Indian diaspora in The Bahamas
Nassau, March 3: Union Minister of State for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita connected with the Indian diaspora in the Bahamas during his first-ever bilateral visit.
MoS Margherita represents India in swearing-in ceremony of President, VP of Uruguay
New Delhi, March 2: Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita represented India at Uruguay President Yamandu Orsi's and Vice President Carolina Cosse's swearing-in ceremony on Sunday.
Detailed discussion held on various issues: Chairman of PSC on External Affairs Shashi Tharoor
New Delhi, February 27: Chairman of the Parliamentary Standing Committee (PSC) on External Affairs Shashi Tharoor said that a very detailed discussion was held in the committee meeting held on Thursday in the Parliament House Annex on topics ranging from the Government of India's development aid budget to the opening of new embassies and consulates.
MEA takes up matter of Indian student Neelam Shinde, US looking into formalities for early grant of visa for her family: Sources
New Delhi, February 27: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has taken up the matter of Indian student Neelam Shinde, who met with an accident in the US and is hospitalized. The US side is looking into the formalities for early grant of visa for the family of the applicant, according to sources.
Our underlying belief, culture history, tradition keeps us all together: EAM at Kashi Tamil Sangamam 3.0
Varanasi, February 23: At the Kashi-Tamil Sangamam 3.0 in Varanasi, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar brought attention to the rich history of Kashi city and how it is a true testimony of binding India together.
MoS Pabitra Margherita holds talks with Fijian Minister for Employment, discuss enhancing cooperation
New Delhi, February 19: Union Minister of State for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita on Wednesday held talks with Fijian Minister for Employment and Industrial Relations, Agni Deo Singh.
Talks between PM Modi, Qatar Amir will deepen our friendship: EAM Jaishankar
New Delhi, Feb 17: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar said on Monday that he is confident that talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani will deepen the close friendship between India and Qatar.
EAM Jaishankar meets former UK PM Rishi Sunak
New Delhi, February 17: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday met former Prime Minister of the UK, Rishi Sunak in Delhi.
Dominican Republic Envoy pays farewell courtesy call on EAM Jaishankar
New Delhi, February 17: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday received Ambassador of the Dominican Republic to India, David Puig for a farewell call.
Anil Nautiyal appointed as Ambassador of India to South Sudan
New Delhi, February 8: Anil Nautiyal, currently serving as the Joint Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs, has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Republic of South Sudan.
Have been told up to 487 presumed Indian citizens with final removal orders: MEA
New Delhi, February 8: In a special briefing by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday, ahead of Prime Minister Modi's overseas visit, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri responded to queries regarding the potential returnees from the US.
'India has no role to play': MEA summons Bangladesh Envoy after Dhaka lodges protest over Sheikh Hasina's speech
New Delhi, Feb 8: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday summoned Bangladesh's Acting High Commissioner to India, Md. Nural Islam, expressing concerns over continued negative remarks by Bangladeshi authorities regarding India.
26 nations offer visa-free entry to Indians, 40 give visa-on-arrival: Govt
New Delhi, Feb 7: As many as 26 countries provide visa-free entry, 40 countries provide visa-on-arrival facilities and 58 countries provide e-visa facilities to Indian passport holders, the Parliament was informed on Friday.
India condemns vandalism of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's residence in Dhaka
New Delhi, February 7: India on Thursday condemned the vandalism of Bangladesh's founding leader, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's residence in Dhaka, calling the act "regrettable."
EAM Jaishankar briefs Lok Sabha on US deportation of Indians amid Oppn uproar
New Delhi, February 6: External Affairs S Jaishankar on Thursday briefed Lok Sabha on Indian citizens deported from the US amid uproar by the Opposition MPs.
Welfare of students very close to Government's heart: Jaishankar in Rajya Sabha
New Delhi, February 6: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday assured that the government closely monitors the welfare of Indian students, particularly in regions affected by tensions or violence.
MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh highlights scope of cooperation in higher studies between India, Saudi Arabia
New Delhi, February 5: Union Minister of State for External Affairs, Kirti Vardhan Singh said he was 'pleased' to deliver the keynote address at the first India-Arab Universities' Presidents' Conference held on Wednesday in Delhi.
MEA working on new law for Indians working abroad: Parliamentary Committee report
New Delhi, Feb 5: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) is "seriously considering" enacting a new law tentatively titled 'Overseas Mobility (Facilitation and Welfare) Bill, 2024' that will replace the "outdated provisions" of the Emigration Act 1983, the Parliamentary Committee on External Affairs stated in its fourth report that was presented to Lok Sabha on Monday.
MEA highlights India-Arab cooperation at Universities' Presidents' Conference
New Delhi, February 5: The Ministry of External Affairs on Wednesday, highlighted the growing cooperation between India and the Arab world while announcing the organisation of the 1st India-Arab Universities' Presidents' Conference in New Delhi.
MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh holds talks with Algerian Envoy to India
New Delhi, February 4: Union Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh on Tuesday met Algeria Ambassador Ali Achoui and discussed ways to broaden cooperation between the two nations.
India assists 18 stranded nationals in Libya
Benghazi, February 4: The Embassy of India in Libya facilitated the return of 18 Indian nationals from Benghazi, Libya, who had been stranded for several weeks. The workers had gone to Libya for employment but faced difficulties due to the country's ongoing security situation.