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Modi To Hold Talks With Kuwait Crown Prince, Emir On Dec 21-22 During First Visit By Indian PM In 43 Years
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Modi To Hold Talks With Kuwait Crown Prince, Emir On Dec 21-22 During First Visit By Indian PM In 43 Years

ABP News  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a visit to Kuwait on December 21 and 22, marking the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the Gulf nation in 43 years. MEA says this will be the first visit of an Indian Prime… pic.twitter.com/eYdEkXFv8R — ANI December 20, 2024 India's Ambassador To Kuwait Highlights Significance Of PM Modi's Visit …

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2,200 cases of violence against Hindus in Bangladesh, 112 in Pakistan: Government
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2,200 cases of violence against Hindus in Bangladesh, 112 in Pakistan: Government

India Today  

The Ministry of External Affairs on Friday revealed that as many as 2,200 cases of violence against Hindus took place in Bangladesh in the year 2024, especially after the Sheikh Hasina-led Awami League government collapsed in the neighbouring country. Submitting the data in Rajya Sabha, MEA said that it has written to both Bangladesh and Pakistan, asking the respective governments …

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Modi holds talks with Sri Lankan President Disanayaka
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Modi holds talks with Sri Lankan President Disanayaka

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held extensive talks with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Disanayaka, focusing on further shoring up India-Sri Lankan cooperation in a range of areas, including defence, trade and investment.The Sri Lankan leader arrived in Delhi on Sunday, his first foreign trip after becoming president in September. "An extensive agenda encompassing trade, investment, development …

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Held fruitful discussions, says Sri Lankan President Dissanayake after meeting Jaishankar, NSA Doval
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Held fruitful discussions, says Sri Lankan President Dissanayake after meeting Jaishankar, NSA Doval

The Hindu  

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Sunday held "fruitful" discussions with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and National Security Adviser Ajit Doval, shortly after kick-starting a three-day visit to India. "Held fruitful discussions tonight with @DrSJaishankar and Shri Ajit Doval on matters of mutual interest," Mr. Dissanayake said in a post on X. Held fruitful discussions tonight with @DrSJaishankar …

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Sri Lankan President Dissanayake begins India visit with talks on trade, security
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Sri Lankan President Dissanayake begins India visit with talks on trade, security

Firstpost  

The Indian Ministry of External Affairs described the visit as an opportunity to deepen the relationship between India and Sri Lanka, New Delhi’s closest maritime neighbour in the Indian Ocean Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayaka held discussions with Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and National Security Adviser Ajit Doval on Sunday, marking the start of his three-day visit …

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SM Krishna, former Karnataka CM, passes away at 92
1 week, 6 days ago

SM Krishna, former Karnataka CM, passes away at 92

Live Mint  

Somanahalli Mallaiah Krishna, former External Affairs Minister of India and Karnataka chief minister, passed away at 92. Krishna served as Karnataka's Chief Minister from 1999 to 2004 and was credited with transforming Bengaluru into the Silicon Valley of India. Mortal remains are likely to be taken to Maddur today.” Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a post on X, said that …

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SM Krishna: Veteran politician who transformed Bengaluru into India’s 'Silicon Valley'
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SM Krishna: Veteran politician who transformed Bengaluru into India’s 'Silicon Valley'

India TV News  

Former Karnataka Chief Minister Somanahalli Mallaiah Krishna, widely known as SM Krishna, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 92 at his Bengaluru residence. A towering figure in Indian politics, Krishna is credited with transforming Bengaluru into India’s ‘Silicon Valley’ by fostering the city’s IT revolution during his tenure as Chief Minister. Political highlights Speaker of Karnataka Legislative Assembly: …

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From the India Today archives (2017) | When Pranab Mukherjee thought he could be PM
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From the India Today archives (2017) | When Pranab Mukherjee thought he could be PM

India Today  

Excerpts from Pranab Mukherjee’s autobiographical account of the coalition era, The Coalition Years: 1996-2012. KESRI’S ‘MERE PAAS WAQT NAHIN HAI’ Kesri’s tenure as treasurer was sixteen years long and he became a butt of a few jokes within the AICC, with one being about his accounting procedures: ‘Na khaata, na bahi, jo Kesriji kahen wahi sahi.’ As Congress president, Sitaram …

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In Bhagat Singh’s honour lies India’s honour: Why Delhi should send strong message to Islamabad
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In Bhagat Singh’s honour lies India’s honour: Why Delhi should send strong message to Islamabad

Firstpost  

It is true that Bhagat Singh occupies a stature that cannot be besmirched by pygmies such as Tariq Majeed or by countries such as Pakistan. However, Indian honour demands that the insult cannot be dismissed lightly Reports had appeared in the Indian media in early November of the Lahore Municipal Corporation informing the Lahore High Court that it could not …

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Was Assad India's friend and what is Syria's Kashmir stand? 5-point explainer
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Was Assad India's friend and what is Syria's Kashmir stand? 5-point explainer

India Today  

Separated by nearly 4,000 kilometres, Delhi and Damascus might seem worlds apart, yet the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria, a longstanding ally of India, could resonate far beyond the Middle East, impacting India in unexpected ways. What happens to Syria's stand on Kashmir and where India now stands on the Syrian claim to the Golan Heights, are aspects …

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India slams Pak's 'duplicity' over terrorism after reports of JeM chief Masood Azhar's public appearance
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India slams Pak's 'duplicity' over terrorism after reports of JeM chief Masood Azhar's public appearance

Firstpost  

Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal pointed to Islamabad’s previous claims that Azhar had fled to Afghanistan. If the reports are correct then it exposes the duplicity of Pakistan,’ he said In this January 22, 2000 photo, Masood Azhar, founder of a major Islamic militant group, Jaish-e-Mohammad arrives in Karachi, Pakistan. File image/PTI India on Friday demanded strong action …

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Good news for passport applicants: Govt plans to increase Passport Seva Kendras | Check details
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Good news for passport applicants: Govt plans to increase Passport Seva Kendras | Check details

India TV News  

Here is good news for those who are planning to apply for a passport. The government plans to expand the number of Post Office Passport Seva Kendras operated through post offices. A Memorandum of Understanding was renewed for five years between the Ministry of External Affairs and the Department of Posts for the continued accessibility of passport services through the …

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Legal Officer Vacancy At Ministry Of External Affairs [Apply Now]
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Legal Officer Vacancy At Ministry Of External Affairs [Apply Now]

Live Law  

Ministry of External Affairs invites application for the post of Legal Officer on deputation basis in the Legal and Treaties Division of the Ministry of External Affairs. of Post: 02 Essential Qualification and Experience • Master's degree in law with specialisation in the field of International Law or International Relations or International Organisations from a recognised University. • Ten years' …

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Buzz on tough talk as Jaishankar meets Modi to discuss Bangladesh situation
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Buzz on tough talk as Jaishankar meets Modi to discuss Bangladesh situation

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Amid escalating tensions in Bangladesh, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss the situation. In response to TNIE's query on the possibility of the government making a statement on the issue, Jaishankar said, “We haven’t decided anything yet.” Sources said Jaishankar’s meeting with Modi lasted for 30 minutes. Congress MP Shashi …

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MEA officials to brief External Affairs Committee on Bangladesh situation on Dec 11: Tharoor
3 weeks, 4 days ago

MEA officials to brief External Affairs Committee on Bangladesh situation on Dec 11: Tharoor

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Ministry of External Affairs officials will brief the Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs on the situation in Bangladesh on December 11, panel's chairperson Shashi Tharoor said on Thursday, expressing concern over the "troubling" developments in the neighbouring country.Tharoor's remarks come days after India noted with "deep concern" the arrest and denial of bail to Hindu spiritual leader …

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Modi meets Jaishankar amid India’s concerns over Bangladesh situation after Iskcon priest’s arrest
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Modi meets Jaishankar amid India’s concerns over Bangladesh situation after Iskcon priest’s arrest

Firstpost  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Thursday, met External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and discussed the rising unrest in neighbouring Bangladesh following the arrest of Iskcon priest Chinmoy Krishna Das Prime Minister Narendra Modi met External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday afternoon to discuss the escalating tensions in Bangladesh following the arrest of Iskcon priest Chinmoy Krishna Das and the …

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India-China direct flight, Mansarovar Yatra to resume soon? What Jaishankar, Wang Yi discussed
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India-China direct flight, Mansarovar Yatra to resume soon? What Jaishankar, Wang Yi discussed

Live Mint  

India and China inched closer to the resumption of direct flights as well as Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage during discussion between External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi on November 18, 2024 in Rio de Janeiro on the sidelines of the G20 Summit. "Among the steps discussed were the resumption of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra pilgrimage, data …

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Meloni, Macron to Prabowo: PM Modi’s diplomatic blitz at G20 to shape India's future
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Meloni, Macron to Prabowo: PM Modi’s diplomatic blitz at G20 to shape India's future

Firstpost  

In a whirlwind of bilateral talks, PM Modi showcased India’s growing global influence and commitment to shared progress at G20 Rio as he held wide ranging bilateral talks with world leaders Prime Minister Narendra Modi listens as President Joe Biden, not pictured, delivers remarks during an event launching the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty at the G20 Summit at …

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India pull out of Blind T20 World Cup in Pakistan after no government clearance
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India pull out of Blind T20 World Cup in Pakistan after no government clearance

India Today  

The Indian cricket team withdrew from the T20 World Cup for the Blind after the Ministry of External Affairs denied permission to travel to Pakistan, India Today has learnt. However, we haven’t got any official letter yet but on the basis of our conversation with MEA we’ve decided not to go to Pakistan and we will not participate in the …

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India-Canada row: From Arsh Dalla’s arrest to MEA and Justin Trudeau’s remarks — Top 10 updates this week
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India-Canada row: From Arsh Dalla’s arrest to MEA and Justin Trudeau’s remarks — Top 10 updates this week

Live Mint  

Canadian authorities reportedly arrested Khalistani separatist leader Arsh Dalla, an aide of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, on Sunday in connection with a recent shooting incident in Milton. Earlier, the Ministry of External Affairs recently termed as fake a 'secretly issued memo' that has surfaced on social media and that falsely attempts to link Indian diplomats abroad with violent crimes. The April …

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India signs agreement to establish BIMSTEC Energy Centre in Bengaluru
1 month, 1 week ago

India signs agreement to establish BIMSTEC Energy Centre in Bengaluru

Hindustan Times  

Ministry of External Affairs Secretary Jaideep Mazumder and BIMSTEC Secretary General Indramani Pandey signed an agreement to establish the BIMSTEC Energy Centre in Karnataka's Bengaluru. Earlier on September 28, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar reiterated India's dedication to strengthening ties with BIMSTEC during a meeting of foreign ministers. Indramani Pandey signed Host Country Agreement for establishing BIMSTEC Energy Centre in …

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The Australia Today slams Canada govt for blocking channel over Jaishankar’s conference: ‘Have been difficult for…’
1 month, 2 weeks ago

The Australia Today slams Canada govt for blocking channel over Jaishankar’s conference: ‘Have been difficult for…’

Live Mint  

The Australia Today, a prominent media outlet for the Indian diaspora in Australia, has raised concerns after its social media pages and accounts were blocked in Canada. The restrictions followed the airing of a press conference featuring India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong, which sparked tensions between Canada and India. 'The Australia Today' Slams …

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We remain undeterred: Australian outlet on Canada's ban after Jaishankar presser
1 month, 2 weeks ago

We remain undeterred: Australian outlet on Canada's ban after Jaishankar presser

India Today  

Australia Today, the news outlet banned by Canada for airing External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's press conference, responded on Friday, stating that it remains steadfast and undeterred and committed to transparency and free press. On Thursday, Canada banned the outlet hours after it aired External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's press conference in Australia, where he gave remarks on the India-Canada …

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Canada blocked Australian media outlet for reporting EAM’s presser
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Canada blocked Australian media outlet for reporting EAM’s presser

Hindustan Times  

India on Thursday said Canada blocked an Australian media outlet hours after it broadcast the press conference of external affairs minister S Jaishankar and his Australian counterpart Penny Wong. External affairs ministry spokesman Randhir Jaiswal said the Canadian action of blocking the social media handles and certain pages of Australia Today smacked of hypocrisy towards freedom of speech. This happened …

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