India Foreign Policy News - Latest Updates & Headlines
India's policy has changed from equi-distance to equi-closeness, mantra is India First: PM Modi
New Delhi, March 28: Noting that India's presence is becoming stronger in the global arena, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that the country earlier had a policy of "equi-distance" which has now changed to "equi-closeness".
'India First' has become the mantra of country's foreign policy, says PM Modi
New Delhi, March 28: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday spoke about India’s rising prominence and growing stature on the world stage and how the global powers are keenly keeping a watch on the country because of its growth trajectory.
PM Modi to visit Sri Lanka after attending BIMSTEC Summit in Thailand
New Delhi, March 28: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on official visits to Thailand and Sri Lanka from April 03 to April 06, further reaffirming India's commitment to its 'Neighbourhood First' policy, 'Act East' policy, and 'MAHASAGAR' and vision of the Indo-Pacific.
PM Modi to visit Thailand, Sri Lanka next week; attend BIMSTEC Summit
New Delhi, March 28: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Bangkok from April 3 to 4 to participate in the 6th BIMSTEC Summit, hosted by Thailand, the current BIMSTEC Chair, and for an official visit. Following the Thailand visit, the Prime Minister will travel to Sri Lanka on a State Visit from April 4 to 6.
Putin to visit India, 'one of the great powers of our time', soon: Lavrov
Moscow, Nov 27: Citing that the political dialogue between India and Russia is "developing dynamically" and is facilitated by the fact that Moscow and New Delhi "have close or even coinciding views on the objectively emerging multipolar world order", Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has said that preparations are being made for Russian President Vladimir Putin's upcoming visit to India.
International forces fomenting instability in region surrounding Bharat, need to address this challenge: RSS
Bengaluru, March 22: The RSS on Saturday raised concerns over international forces trying to foment instability in the entire region surrounding India and called for addressing the issue.
Jaishankar, Bolivia's foreign minister discusses bilateral ties, signs Quick Impact Projects agreement
New Delhi, March 21: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Bolivia's Foreign Minister Celinda Sosa Lunda held discussions on Thursday, focusing on strengthening bilateral ties, with both nations signing agreements on Quick Impact Projects as part of efforts to enhance their partnership, following the recent inauguration of India's new embassy in La Paz.
Need to build reliable, resilient supply chains, says EAM Jaishankar
New Delhi, India March 20: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday said that we need to build reliable and resilient supply chains, as the world is passing through an uncertain and volatile period.
EAM Jaishankar holds bilateral meetings on sidelines of Raisina Dialogue 2025
New Delhi, March 19: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar engaged in a series of high-level bilateral meetings on the sidelines of Raisina Dialogue 2025, discussing key areas of cooperation with counterparts from Liechtenstein, Cuba, Moldova, Norway, and Georgia.
World makes business decisions factoring national security: EAM Jaishankar on weaponsation of 'global goods'
New Delhi, March 19: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted the changing landscape of business, as increasingly people are factoring in national security as being more important than before, especially in the digital age. These changes, the minister argues do not mean making alternative systems of telecom and other technologies, but rather ally with others who share the same goals as India.
India believes in an inclusive, just order: MoS Pabitra Margherita highlights partnership with LAC countries
New Delhi, March 19: Union Minister of State for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita highlighted India's willingness to pursue a "just and inclusive world order," by forging strong partnerships especially with the Latin American and Caribbean countries (LAC).
India believes in an inclusive, just order: MoS Pabitra Margherita highlights partnership with LAC countries
New Delhi, March 19: Union Minister of State for External Affairs, Pabira Margherita highlighted India's willingness to pursue a "just and inclusive world order," by forging strong partnerships especially with the Latin American and Caribbean countries (LAC).
Like it or not, they are a reality: EAM Jaishankar on the use of tariffs, sanctions
New Delhi, March 19: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted the reality of there being increased use of tariffs and sanctions by various countries to protect one's economic interests, and that developing International relations has "eroded" the lines which divide the different domains across countries.
Comments speak for themselves, Shashi Tharoor stands his ground on India's position on Ukraine-Russia conflict
New Delhi, March 19: Congress MP Shahi Tharoor on Wednesday reaffirmed his stand on India's diplomatic stance and said that his earlier comments speak for themselves and that there was nothing to add.
Expanding India-Georgia ties is very important for us: Georgian Foreign Minister Maka Bochorishvili
New Delhi, March 19: Georgia Foreign Minister Maka Bochorishvili has called for stronger bilateral ties with India across political, economic, and educational sectors while emphasising Georgia's strategic location and economic potential, underlining the importance of connectivity and collaboration.
India has navigated, adapted to world which has not always been kind to us: Jaishankar at Raisina Dialogue 2025
New Delhi, March 18: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Tuesday that India has navigated and adapted to a world that has "not always been kind" and "not always been accommodating," but the country has drawn on its traditions to develop certain tactical skills.
EAM Jaishankar meets global leaders on sidelines of Raisina Dialogue 2025
New Delhi, March 17: External Affairs Minister Jaishankar held several important meetings on the sidelines of the Raisina Dialogue 2025, reinforcing India's diplomatic outreach.
China's rise hampers India's effort to be leader of Global South: Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi
New Delhi, March 16: Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi on Sunday said the rise of China as a dominant economic and strategic force hampers India's effort to be the natural leader for the Global South.
EAM Jaishankar meets Telangana CM in Delhi, discusses global engagement and development
New Delhi, March 14: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar met Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy in Delhi on Thursday and discussed opportunities for the state to strengthen its global engagements.
27th ASEAN-India Senior Officials' Meeting reviews strategic partnership, trade, and regional cooperation
Manila, March 13: The 27th ASEAN-India Senior Officials' Meeting (AISOM), co-chaired by Secretary (East) Jaideep Mazumdar and Undersecretary Ma Theresa P Lazaro of the Philippines, took place in Manila on Wednesday.
PM Modi concludes Mauritius visit, shares highlights of second day
New Delhi, March 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, after concluding his two-day State visit to Mauritius, on Thursday thanked Prime Minister Dr Navinchandra Ramgool and the people and Government of Mauritius for their warm hospitality.
ASEAN a crucial pillar of India's Act East Policy, Secy Mazumdar at India-ASEAN 27th Senior Officials' Meet
Manila, March 12: Secretary (East) Jaideep Mazumdar, co-chaired the 27th ASEAN-India Senior Officials' Meeting (AISOM), with MA. Theresa P. Lazaro, Philippine SOM Leader, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines, in Manila on Wednesday, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in an official statement.
It started raining as soon as he stepped foot: Mauritius Health Minister on PM Moldi's visit
Port Louis, March 12: The Minister of Health and Wellness of Mauritius, Anil Kumar Bachoo, on Wednesday captured the essence of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's historic visit to Mauritius and said that it started raining as soon as he stepped foot, expressing the significance of PM Modi's visit, which marked a new chapter in the bilateral relationship between the two nations.
MoS Margherita concludes visit to LAC region; reinforces India's commitment to deepen ties
New Delhi, March 12: Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita has concluded a successful visit to the Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) region, reinforcing India's commitment to deepening bilateral ties with countries in the area.
PM Modi, Mauritius PM ink MoUs on currency, shipping to boost ties
Port Louis, March 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Mauritius saw the inking of various Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs).
PM Modi wishes Mauritius on National Day, shares highlights of visit so far
Port Louis, March 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday wished the people of Mauritius on their national day and said he looked forward to being part of the celebrations.
Wonderful opportunity to engage with valued friend: PM Modi on Mauritius visit
Port Louis, March 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi described his two-day visit to Mauritius as a "wonderful opportunity" to engage with a valued ally and strengthen bilateral ties as he arrived in Port Louis on Tuesday.
PM Modi arrives in Mauritius for two-day visit to strengthen bilateral ties
Port Louis, March 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Port Louis on Tuesday morning for a pivotal two-day visit to Mauritius, which aims to further strengthen the relationship between the two nations.
Top officials brief Parliamentary Committee on foreign policy and trade concerns
New Delhi, March 10: In a detailed briefing to the Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs on Monday, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Secretary of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry Sunil Barthwal addressed key concerns surrounding India's foreign policy and trade relations.
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.
India wants to maintain good relations with Bangladesh: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
New Delhi, March 8: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday said that India has always batted strongly to maintain a healthy relationship with its neighbours and Bangladesh remains no exception.
Jaishankar calls terrorism perennial challenge, says needs to be dealt with great deal of resolution and commitment
Dublin, March 7: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has called terrorism a "perennial challenge" that "needs to be dealt with a great deal of resolution and commitment." He stated that a plaque in Ireland's Ahakista commemorates the victims of the Air India aircraft Kanishka bombing, which happened off the coast of Ireland in 1985.
India condemns provocative activities of separatists, security breach during EAM Jaishankar's UK visit
New Delhi, March 6: India on Thursday said that it has seen footage of a breach of security during External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's visit to the UK and strongly condemned the "provocative activities" of these separatists and extremists.
'We have a responsibility to our neighbours': EAM Jaishankar on Sri Lanka
London, March 6: External affairs Minister (EAM), S. Jaishankar spoke about the current situation in Sri Lanka and said that the Narendra Modi-led Indian government helped its neighbouring country Sri Lanka to emerge from a tough and crippling economic crisis which had hit the Asian country in 2022 that triggered a political crisis as well.
EAM Jaishankar affirms India's stance on Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir
London, March 6: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar spoke about the situation in Kashmir and the steps taken by the Indian government, such as removing Article 370, restoring growth and economic activity and social justice in Kashmir as well as holding elections which were successfully conducted in the Union Territory with a large turnout by the people there.
EAM Jaishankar discusses Indian foreign policy, regional dynamics in UK
London, March 6: In an exclusive event hosted by Chatham House in collaboration with the High Commission of India, UK, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar participated in an insightful discussion with Bronwen Maddox, Director and Chief Executive of Chatham House. The conversation addressed India's evolving foreign policy, regional dynamics, and global economic challenges.
In Kashmir, we have done a good job ..., says EAM Jaishankar
London, March 6: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke on Wednesday about Kashmir and the steps taken by the Indian government, such as removing Article 370, restoring growth and economic activity and holding elections which saw high turnout. He also spoke about the views of BRICS member countries regarding the use of dollar in the international economy.
India has potential to play key role in new world order, says FM Sitharaman
New Delhi, Feb 27: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday said that India will need to play a crucial role in the "global reset" as the new world order will not be determined by the developed nations.
MoS External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita to visit Uruguay, Bahamas, Barbados and Nicaragua
New Delhi, February 26: Minister of State for External Affairs and Textiles, Pabitra Margherita will pay an official visit to Uruguay from February 28 to March 2 , Bahamas from March 2 to March 4, Barbados from March 4 to March 6 and Nicaragua from March 6 to March 8.
India abstains on resolutions on Ukraine amendments; US breaks with allies
United Nations, Feb 25: India abstained on a series of resolutions on Ukraine and amendments at the General Assembly that saw the US break ranks with its Western allies and side with Russia on some of them showing the ruptures and realignments under President Donald Trump.