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PM Modi departs for Thailand to attend 6th BIMSTEC Summit
New Delhi, April 3: Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for Bangkok, Thailand, on Thursday morning to attend the 6th BIMSTEC Summit, which will be held on Friday.
EAM Jaishankar meets Dawoodi Bohra members, extends Eid greetings
New Delhi, March 31: External Affairs Minister (EAM), S. Jaishankar, along with Shiv Sena Rajya Sabha member Milind Deora, met with Dawoodi Bohra community member Shahzada Husain Burhanuddin and other representatives on Monday to extend Eid-ul-Fitr greetings.
PM Modi showing India's unwavering support for peace, development in the Muslim world: Envoys
New Delhi, March 27: To celebrate the holy month of Ramzan, Indian Minorities Federation (IMF) hosted the 'Sadbhavana Iftar' event for the ambassadors of 19 Muslim nations in India, which was held at the residence of Rajya Sabha MP and IMF Convener, Satnam Singh Sandhu, in the national capital.
Ambassadors from 19 Muslim Nations Attend 'Sadbhavana Iftar' to celebrate Ramadan
New Delhi, March 28: The Indian Minorities Federation (IMF) hosted a 'Sadbhavana Iftar' at the residence of Rajya Sabha MP and IMF Convener Satnam Singh Sandhu in New Delhi, bringing together ambassadors from 19 Muslim-majority nations to celebrate the spirit of Ramadan. The gathering reinforced India's long-standing ties with the Islamic world, with diplomats acknowledging Prime Minister Narendra Modi's role in fostering strategic, economic, and cultural partnerships with Muslim nations.
India to host Central Asian Youth Delegation from March 22 to 28
New Delhi, March 21: The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India, is set to host the third Central Asian Youth Delegation to India from March 22 to 28, under the International Youth Exchange Programme (IYEP).
Indian Ambassador to UN stresses need for responsible, ethical AI
New York, March 21: India's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, has stressed the importance of promoting the responsible and ethical use of artificial intelligence at the world body and highlighted actions taken by the Government of India to integrate AI for good governance and developmental practices.
Southeast Asian nation Timor-Leste opens embassy in India
New Delhi, March 20: In a significant milestone, Southeast Asian nation Timor-Leste has inaugurated its embassy in New Delhi on Thursday, marking a major step forward in strengthening diplomatic ties with India.
Russia and US resume talks as India's role gains recognition: Russian lawmaker Vyacheslav Nikonov
New Delhi, March 19: Russian lawmaker Vyacheslav Nikonov emphasised that Russia and the United States have resumed diplomatic discussions, marking a significant step in re-establishing dialogue between the two nations.
Iceland envoy hails India's progress towards gender empowerment
New Delhi, March 18: Ambassador of Iceland to India, Benedikt Hoskuldsson hailed the steps taken by Government of India towards promoting gender parity and empowerment and said that Iceland looks forward to further deepening cooperation in this area with India.
'Love India; always feel at home when I'm here': US Intelligence Chief Tulsi Gabbard
New Delhi, March 18: US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard expressed her deep admiration for India, describing it as a place where she "always feels at home."
New Zealand PM to arrive in India today, set to be chief guest at Raisina Dialogue Edition 10
New Delhi, March 16: New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is scheduled to arrive in New Delhi today for an official visit.
India calls for more inclusive fight against bigotry that targets religiophobia
United Nations, March 15: India has called for a more inclusive fight against bigotry that takes on religiophobia, targeting hatred of all religions.
PM Modi's thank you note for Mauritius people, govt
New Delhi, March 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has thanked the people and the Mauritius government for the warmth he received during his two-day visit to the country.
PM Modi returns to India after concluding two-day State Visit to Mauritius
New Delhi, March 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday returned to the national capital, after concluding his two-day State Visit to Mauritius.
Vance's India visit first in 12 years by an American Vice Prez
Washington, March 12: US Vice President J.D. Vance and his Indian-descent wife Usha Vance will visit India later this month, according to a US news report.
Mauritius PM hosts state dinner for PM Modi, says honoured you've accepted my invitation
Port Louis, March 12: Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam hosted a state dinner on Tuesday, in honour of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and stated that he is "immensely proud and honoured" on PM Modi accepting his invitation.
US National Intelligence director Tulsi Gabbard to visit India on multi nation trip
Washington DC, March 11: US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard on Tuesday embarked upon a multi-nation trip to the Indo-Pacific, including India.
Armenia's Foreign Minister Mirzoyan eager to build ties with India
New Delhi, March 10: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan held a bilateral meeting in New Delhi where the Armenian counterpart expressed keenness to build stronger ties with India across all fronts. He also congratulated the EAM for India's victory in the ICC Champions Trophy.
Arun Kumar Sahu concurrently accredited as India's Ambassador to North Macedonia
New Delhi, March 10: Arun Kumar Sahu, currently serving as India's Ambassador to Bulgaria, has been concurrently accredited as the Ambassador to the Republic of North Macedonia. He will continue to be based in Sofia and is expected to take up the assignment shortly, a statement from the Minsitry of External Affairs stated on Monday.
New Zealand PM to begin India visit from March 16
New Delhi, March 10: New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon will pay an official visit to India at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi from March 16-20, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on Monday.
India assumes Chair of 68th UN Commission on Narcotic Drugs
Vienna, March 10: In a historic diplomatic achievement, India has taken over the Chairmanship of the 68th Session of the United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND), the primary policy-making body for global drug-related matters.
New Zealand PM to visit India from March 16-20
New Delhi, March 10: At the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of New Zealand, Christopher Luxon, will pay an official visit to India from March 16-20, a statement by the Ministry of External Affairs said.
EAM Jaishankar inaugurates new Indian Consulate in Belfast
Belfast, March 8: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar inaugurated the new Consulate General of India in Belfast, Northern Ireland, on Friday. He shared insights into how the inauguration of the Consulate came into being and how it will help cater to the needs of a growing diaspora.
EAM Jaishankar congratulates Beate Meinl-Reisinger, new Foreign Minister of Austria
New Delhi, March 5: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has greeted his Austrian counterpart, Beate Meinl-Reisinger, on assuming office and expressed confidence in the "further advancement of the long-standing partnership" between the two countries.
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 hosts BIMSTEC Young Leaders' Climate Change Conference
New Delhi, March 1: Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) Youth Led Conference on Climate Change was held in New Delhi from February 20-24. During the five-day event, the participants discussed the challenges and opportunities for the region in dealing with climate change and developing a comprehensive understanding of the issue, equipped with the skills and motivation to lead and advocate for effective climate action.
India at UN calls for reforms of Security Council, stresses need for more transparency in working of subsidiary bodies of Council
New York, February 28: India at the United Nations called for the reforms of the Security Council, stressing that the demand in this Chamber for reforms is "loud and clear." India's Permanent Representative to the UN in New York, Parvathaneni Harish, emphasised that the Security Council represents a different period of time and its core architecture, which has remained unchanged for 80 years, is not in synchrony with today's global realities.
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.
European Commission President pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat
New Delhi, February 27: President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, who is on a two-day bilateral visit to India, paid a tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat, New Delhi, on Thursday.
EAM Jaishankar meets UN USG, reviews Indian contribution to UN peacekeeping
New Delhi, February 27: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Jean-Pierre Lacroix, Under Secretary General for Peace Operations and spoke of India's commitment to UN's peacekeeping.
Conference for Women Peacekeepers from Global South kicks off in New Delhi
New Delhi, February 25: The first-ever Conference for Women Peacekeepers from the Global South, themed "Women in Peacekeeping: A Global South Perspective" is being organized from February 24-25, 2025, at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi., according to the Ministry of External Affairs.
Heads of Mission and Diplomats express gratitude for Assam visit
Guwahati, February 25: Heads of Mission, along with their spouses and diplomats from 60 nations, who visited Assam with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, expressed their gratitude for the opportunity to be part of the trip.
First conference on women peacekeepers set to take place in New Delhi
New Delhi, February 23: The first-ever Conference for Women Peacekeepers on the theme "Women in Peacekeeping: A Global South Perspective" will take place in New Delhi from February 24-25, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on Sunday.
India's global stature soars as strategic ties deepen, US and Europe see as crucial partner
New York, February 21: India's international prominence is growing at an unprecedented rate, with global powers seeking to strengthen ties with the world's fastest-growing major economy.
Suresh K Reddy appointed as next Ambassador of India to Egypt
New Delhi, February 18: Suresh K Reddy has been appointed as India's next Ambassador to Egypt, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Monday.
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.
Ambassadors and HCs of Cambodia, Maldives, Somalia, Cuba and Nepal present credentials to President Murmu
New Delhi, Feb 17: President Droupadi Murmu on Monday accepted credentials from the Ambassadors/High Commissioners of Cambodia, Maldives, Somalia, Cuba and Nepal at a ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Jaishankar holds key meetings with Mongolian, Austrian Foreign Ministers at Munich Security Conference 2025
Munich, February 15: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar held a series of high-level meetings on global security, democracy, and economic cooperation on Saturday, engaging with the Foreign Ministers of Mongolia, Austria, Denmark, Argentina, and Romania, as well as Norway's Finance Minister, on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference (MSC) 2025 in Germany.
India is friends with everybody: Swiss State Secretary confident in nation's ability to play positive role in global affairs
New Delhi, February 14: As the world grapples with conflicts like the Russia-Ukraine war, Swiss State Secretary Alexandre Fasel has highlighted India's potential to play a larger, positive role in global affairs, citing its friendly relations with all countries and its position as a leading power of the Global South.
MoS Savitri Thakur shares digitisation experience with Jamaican, Zambian teams
New Delhi, Feb 14 (ANS) Digitisation and the use of technology to enhance social protection systems topped the agenda at bilateral discussions in New York between Minister of State for Women and Child Development Savitri Thakur and a Jamaican team, an official said on Friday.