Pabitra Margherita News - Latest Updates & Headlines
No IAF or chartered aircraft used for Indian immigrants' repatriation since 2020: Centre tells Parliament
New Delhi, March 27: The Centre on Thursday said in the Rajya Sabha that the Ministry of External Affairs has not hired any Indian Air Force (IAF), chartered or commercial civilian aircraft for Indian immigrants' repatriation from any country since 2020.
Centre disburses Rs 364 crore for handloom workers' schemes in 2024-25: Minister
New Delhi, March 24: The Centre has released over Rs 364 crore during the current financial year (FY25) for schemes to benefit handloom workers in the country, the Parliament was informed on Monday.
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.
Over 1,074 crores extended to States under Silk Samagra-2: Centre
New Delhi, March 21: The Centre through the implementation of the Silk Samagra-2 scheme has extended support for the development of the sericulture industry in the country and to increase the productivity and livelihoods of silk farmers and weavers, Pabitra Margherita, the Minister of State for Textiles, said in a written reply to a question in Lok Sabha on Friday.
India ranks among top textile exporters with 4 pc global share: Minister
New Delhi, March 21: India is ranked among the top textile exporting countries in the world with a share of approximately 4 per cent of global textiles and apparel exports, according to information tabled in Parliament on Friday
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).
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.
India and Nicaragua are ready for deeper engagement: MoS Margherita on advancing trade, investment
Managua, March 9: Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita on Sunday had a productive meeting with Laureano Ortega Murillo, Minister Advisor to the President of Nicaragua.
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.
PM Modi expresses gratitude to Barbados for conferring him with 'Honorary Order of Freedom of Barbados Award'
New Delhi, March 7: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed gratitude to the Government and people of Barbados for conferring him with the 'Honorary Order of Freedom of Barbados Award'. He dedicated the award to 1.4 billion Indians and the close ties between India and Barbados.
MoS External Affairs Pabitra Margherita calls on Barbados PM Mia Mottley
Bridgetown, March 7: Union Minister of State for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita called upon the Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley during his official visit to the Caribbean country.
MoS Margherita receives 'Honorary Order of Freedom of Barbados' on PM Modi's behalf
Bridgetown, March 6: Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita on Thursday received the 'Honorary Order of Freedom of Barbados' Award on behalf of Prime Minister Narendra Modi from the President of Barbados Dame Sandra Mason.
MoS Margherita receives prestigious Barbados award bestowed on PM Modi
Bridgetown (Barbados), March 6: Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita on Thursday, India time, received the prestigious 'Honorary Order of Freedom of Barbados' award that was bestowed upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi in recognition of his strategic leadership and valuable assistance during the Covid-19 pandemic.
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.
MoS Margherita offers floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi in Uruguay
Montevideo, March 1: Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita on Saturday paid a floral tribute to the bust of Mahatma Gandhi in Uruguay and interacted with the Indian diaspora there.
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.
Advantage Assam 2.0: Over Rs1.5 lakh cr investments expected as Assam charts a new growth story
Guwahati, February 25: The Advantage Assam 2.0 summit, held in Guwahati on Tuesday, is set to be a game-changer for the state's economic landscape, with investment commitments surpassing expectations.
Union Minister Margherita welcomes Bhutan PM, to take part in SOUL event
New Delhi, February 20: Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita on Thursday welcomed Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay as he is set to participate in School of Ultimate Leadership's Leadership Conclave in the national capital.
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.
Pabitra Margherita turns showstopper donning Eri silk weaves, flaunts love for indigenous textiles at Bharat Tex
New Delhi, February 17: Pabitra Margherita, who studied textiles in college and is now the Union Minister of State for Textiles, walked as the showstopper during the showcase of India's sustainable heritage weaves at the Bharat Tex 2025 here in the national capital's Bharat Mandapam.
New technologies in silk value chain take centrestage at Bharat Tex 2025
New Delhi, Feb 17: Union Minister of State for Textiles Pabitra Margherita inaugurated the International Conference on "Emerging Technologies in Silk Sector – SILKTECH 2025” at Bharat Mandapam here on Monday as a part of the mega textile event - Bharat Tex 2025.
India aims USD 10 billion worth of technical textile exports: MoS Pabitra Margherita
New Delhi, February 9: The central government aims to target the export of USD 10 billion worth of technical textiles under its National Technical Textiles Mission, MoS textiles Pabitra Margherita informed Rajya Sabha this week.
MoS Pabitra Margherita leads foreign delegation to Maha Kumbh
Prayagraj, February 2: Minister of State for the Ministry of External Affairs (MoS), Pabitra Margherita, led a 110-member foreign delegation to visit the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj. The delegation included Heads of Mission, their spouses, and diplomats from 71 countries.
MoS Margherita meets Ambassadors of Thailand, Myanmar and Dominican Republic
New Delhi, January 28: Minister of State for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita held meetings with Ambassadors of Thailand, Myanmar and Dominican Republic as they are completing their tenure in India.
MoS Margherita meets Ambassadors of Chile, Myanmar
New Delhi, January 27: Minister of State for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita held a meeting with the Ambassador of Chile, Juan Angulo and He also held a meeting with the Ambassador of Myanmar to India, Zaw Oo. He noted that the discussions were held on the matters of mutual interest and to strengthen partnerships.
MoS Margherita, Philippines Foreign Affairs Secy Manalo discuss growing bilateral cooperation
Manila, January 15: Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita held a meeting with Philippines Secretary of Foreign Affairs, Enrique Manalo, on Wednesday. The two leaders discussed the growing bilateral cooperation and opportunities in various sectors like commerce, defence, technology and culture.
Philippines: MoS External Affairs Pabitra Margherita pays tributes to Mahatma Gandhi, meets students
Manila, January 14: Minister of State for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita who is on an official visit to Philippines paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi and interacted with the students and Principal of Miriam College on Tuesday (local time).
MoS for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita to visit Philippines, Palau, Micronesia from Jan 14-21
New Delhi, January 11: The Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita, will visit the Philippines, the Republic of Palau, and the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) from January 14 to 21, as per a statement from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday.
Attendees' enthusiasm on PBD reflects our success, MoS Margherita says
Bhubaneshwar, January 9: The Minister of State of External Affairs Pabitra Margherita said that the delegates from around the world at the Pravasi Bhartiya Divas very vibrant.