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May 17, 2024, 12:25 PM - 5 mins read
The Maldives is one of India's key maritime neighbours in the Indian Ocean Region and the overall bilateral ties, including in areas of defence and security, witnessed an upward trajectory under the previous government in Male.
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April 13, 2024, 09:33 PM - 2 mins read
Calling for immediate de-escalation, India urged all parties to step back from violence and engage in diplomatic efforts.
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March 28, 2024, 09:41 PM - 4 mins read
MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said this during his weekly press briefing, in response to a query on China continuing to harp on its claim over Arunachal Pradesh.
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March 20, 2024, 08:40 AM - 2 mins read
In a surprising turn of events, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's eagerly awaited state visit to Bhutan has been postponed due to adverse weather conditions affecting the region.
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March 19, 2024, 02:25 AM - 2 mins read
The statement reiterated the Indian position that the people of Arunachal Pradesh will continue to benefit from development initiatives and infrastructure projects undertaken by the Indian government.
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March 15, 2024, 08:51 AM - 3 mins read
"The Citizenship Amendment Act, 2019 (CAA) is an internal matter of India and is in keeping with India's inclusive traditions and our long-standing commitment to human rights," Jaiswal said.
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March 15, 2024, 07:17 AM - 3 mins read
India is intensifying efforts to facilitate the return of its citizens stranded in Russia amid the ongoing conflict with Ukraine, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated on Friday.
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March 15, 2024, 06:12 AM - 2 mins read
These personnel were previously tasked with operating an advanced light helicopter (ALH) for the island nation.
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March 8, 2024, 03:25 PM - 2 mins read
Amid the ongoing diplomatic tensions between India and China, Beijing has issued a strong statement criticizing India's decision to deploy additional troops along the border, emphasizing that such actions are counterproductive to efforts aimed at easing the situation.
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March 8, 2024, 03:31 AM - 4 mins read
In a recent development, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has issued a stern statement, revealing that several Indian nationals have fallen victim to deception, being coerced into serving with the Russian Army amid the ongoing conflict with Ukraine.
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March 8, 2024, 12:56 AM - 2 mins read
India's Foreign Minister, S Jaishankar, recently addressed the Nikkei Forum on the India-Japan partnership, shedding light on India's growing influence in global affairs.
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March 6, 2024, 05:58 AM - 4 mins read
In a shocking revelation, multiple Indian nationals have been ensnared in a web of deceit, lured into serving the Russian Army in its ongoing conflict with Ukraine.
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