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The Ministry of External Affairs is India's foreign ministry. The ministry is tasked with formulating and implementing India's foreign policy and representing India on the global stage. The Ministry is headed by the Minister of External Affairs, a member of the Prime Minister's Cabinet. The Minister is typically assisted by one or more junior ministers, known as Ministers of State (MoS) for External Affairs. The Foreign Secretary of India is the senior-most non-elected official and the administrative head of the ministry.
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India terms US religious freedom report biased, calls panel 'entity of concern'India has rejected the US Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) report as biased and politically motivated. The Ministry of External Affairs criticized the report for misrepresenting..IndiaTimes - Published | |
MEA on invitation to Iftar hosted by Pak High Commission: 'Rishton par nirbhar karta hai'The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday stated that invitations depend on the state of relations between the two countries regarding whether any Indian government officials were invited to the..DNA - Published | |
'Nimantran toh rishton pe nirbhar karta hai': MEA on Iftar invite from Pakistan High CommissionThe Ministry of External Affairs clarified the absence of Indian officials at the Pakistan High Commission's Iftar dinner, attributing it to current diplomatic relations. Pakistani officials expressed..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Congress MP demands ban on Chinese AI app DeepSeekCongress MP Gowaal K Padavi has called for banning the Chinese AI app DeepSeek in India, citing its refusal to acknowledge Arunachal Pradesh as part of India. He urged the Ministry of External Affairs..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Despicable acts': MEA condemns vandalism at a Hindu Temple in CaliforniaThe Ministry of External Affairs have condemned the vandalism of the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Chino Hills, California. BAPS public affairs vowed to resist hate and ensure peace. The Coalition..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Jaishankar's security breach: MEA slams UK for 'license accorded to extremist forces'The Indian ministry of external affairs has expressed deep concern over the security breach involving EAM S Jaishankar's convoy in London, stressing the need for the UK to take action against those..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'We deplore misuse of democratic freedoms': MEA on Jaishankar's London event security breachDuring his official visit to the UK, EAM S Jaishankar faced heckling by Khalistani extremists at an event in London. The Ministry of External Affairs condemned the security breach and called on the UK..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Repatriate Kerala man's mortal remains killed in Jordan': Congress's Shashi Tharoor, BJP's V Muraleedharan seek MEA's interventionCongress MP Shashi Tharoor and BJP leader V Muraleedharan have requested external affairs ministry's intervention to expedite the repatriation of the mortal remains of a Kerala man, Thomas Gabriel,..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Indian Coast Guard Ship 'Sachet' departs for Sudan with over 2 tons of life-saving medicinesThe Indian Coast Guard Ship Sachet departed for Sudan on Friday, carrying over 2 tons of life-saving medicines, including anti-cancer drugs, according to the Ministry of External Affairs.IndiaTimes - Published | |
Indian student hospitalised after accident: MEA takes up matter with US for early grant of visa to Neelam Shinde's familyThe Ministry of External Affairs is addressing the case of Indian student Neelam Shinde, hospitalized after an accident in the US. The US authorities are expediting visa formalities for her father,..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Is '21 million dollars' from US part of BJP's trillion-dollar narrative?': Akhilesh Yadav on Trump's remarkAkhilesh Yadav questions the BJP government's $5 trillion economy claim while hinting at foreign influence in India's governance. Simultaneously, Donald Trump alleges USAID funding to India to boost..IndiaTimes - Published | '$21 million going to my friend PM Modi': US President Donald Trump fixates on fund to India for third day in a rowUS President Donald Trump criticized $21 million funding for voter turnout in India and $29 million to strengthen Bangladesh's political landscape. He questioned the allocation of such substantial..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Deeply saddened': MEA responds to Nepali student's death at Odisha's KIITFollowing the death of a 20-year-old Nepali student at Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) University in Odisha, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal on Friday..DNA - Published | 'Comments made in individual capacity': India summons Bangladesh envoy after Dhaka's 'strong protest' over Sheikh Hasina's remarksThe Ministry of External Affairs in India summoned Bangladesh's Acting High Commissioner to express concerns over statements from Bangladesh authorities portraying India negatively. Recent comments by..IndiaTimes - Published |
Detained in Iran for clicking pictures, Nanded man returns home after two monthsYogesh Panchal, an engineer from Maharashtra, returned to India on February 4 after being detained in Iran for nearly two months for clicking photographs in a restricted zone. His release was..IndiaTimes - Published | MEA: S Jaishankar, Army chief on same page on China disengagementThe Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has clarified there is no contradiction between the Army chief Upendra Dwivedi and external affairs minister S Jaishankar regarding disengagement with China in..IndiaTimes - Published |
Kerala man killed, one hurt in Russia-Ukraine conflict, confirms MEAIndia confirmed that a Kerala man serving in the Russian army died amid the Ukraine conflict, while another was injured and is being treated in Moscow. The Ministry of External Affairs has requested..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Expectation all earlier understandings will be implemented': India to Bangladesh amid border fencing rowThe Ministry of External Affairs summoned Bangladesh's acting high commissioner to discuss border security issues, reinforcing India's commitment to a crime-free border. Emphasizing existing protocols..IndiaTimes - Published |
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MEA raises security concerns with US after Pannun threatens Ambassador Kwatra: 'It is our expectation that...'Following the threats issued by US-based Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun against Indian Ambassador to the US, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) emphasized India's..DNA - Published | 'Disinformation': India denies reports of visa denial to pro-Khalistani individuals in CanadaIndia's Ministry of External Affairs responds to visa denials, Indian student safety concerns in Canada, and the evacuation of nationals from Syria.DNA - Published |
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'Unfortunate': MEA on Rahul Gandhi's 'losing memory like Biden' remark on PM ModiThe ministry of external affairs condemned Rahul Gandhi's remark comparing Prime Minister Modi to Joe Biden, calling it 'unfortunate' and not reflective of India's warm ties with the US. Gandhi's..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Cannot be dismissed as media exaggerations': India expresses concern over surge in extremist rhetoric in BangladeshExpressing concern over the rise of "extremist rhetoric, increasing incidents of violence and provocation", Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Friday that India has consistently and strongly..DNA - Published |
MEA provides BIG update on Gautam Adani bribery case, says US didn't inform India of...The Indian Ministry of External Affairs clarified that the US allegations against Adani executives are legal matters concerning private entities.DNA - Published | 'Haven't received any request from US': MEA on Gautam Adani caseIndia's ministry of external affairs has clarified that it had no prior information about the US Justice Department's indictment of Gautam Adani on bribery charges. The MEA has not received any summons..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Ensure safety of Hindus and all minorities': MEA responds to attacks on Hindu temples in BangladeshMinistry of external affairs has voiced serious concerns over escalating attacks on Hindu temples in Bangladesh, including the bombing of a Durga Puja pandal and the theft of a sacred artifact. The MEA..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Do you want to take the country backwards?' Sri Sri Ravishankar condemns arrest of ISKCON priest Chinmoy Krishna Das in BangladeshSpiritual leader Sri Sri Ravishankar condemned the arrest of ISKCON priest Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari in Bangladesh, calling it a regressive step. He urged the Bangladeshi government to protect..IndiaTimes - Published |
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'Not something that...': Omar Abdullah slams Centre for inviting foreign delegates to observe J-K pollsA delegation of 16 diplomats from New Delhi-based missions arrived here on Wednesday at the invitation of the Ministry of External Affairs to observe the ongoing J-K polls.DNA - Published | India reacts to report on diversion of Indian defence exports to Ukraine, says, 'it is...'The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday rejected Reuters reports claiming that Indian defence exports have been diverted to Ukraine, labelling them "speculative and misleading."DNA - Published |
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'All Indian nationals safe, EAM Jaishankar himself monitoring situation': MEA on Bangladesh protestsThe Ministry of External Affairs said it has issued an advisory for the Indian nationals and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is himself monitoring the situation.DNA - Published | NSA Doval speaks to his US counterpart Sullivan amid signs of unease in India-US ties after PM Modi's Russia visitThe Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said Doval and Sullivan reiterated the need to work "collectively" to address global challenges to peace and security and further expand the India-US..DNA - Published |
'Freedom to conduct ... ': India on Dalai Lama as US lawmakers defy China warningIndia on Friday reiterated its position on Tibetian spiritual leader Dalai Lama on Friday as a "revered religious leader" amid China's protests against US lawmakers' recent meeting with him in Himachal..IndiaTimes - Published | 98 Indian pilgrims died during Hajj in Mecca: External affairs ministryThe External Affairs Ministry on Friday informed that 98 Indians died in Mecca this year during Hajj pilgrimage. "This year, 175,000 Indian pilgrims have visited Hajj so far... We have 98 Indian..IndiaTimes - Published |
Trudeau says he sees an 'opportunity' to engage with new Indian govt after interacting PM Modi in ItalyCanadian Prime Minister Trudeau acknowledges alignment with India on economic ties and national security at the G7 Summit. The encounter follows past tension over allegations regarding Hardeep Singh..IndiaTimes - Published | ‘Taken it up with Italian authorities’: MEA on Gandhi statue vandalisationIndia has raised concerns with Italian authorities over the vandalisation of Mahatma Gandhi's statue by pro-Khalistani elements. Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra confirmed suitable rectification..IndiaTimes - Published |
Nepal PM arrives in Delhi to attend PM-designate Narendra Modi's swearing-in ceremonyNepal PM Prachanda arrived in New Delhi to attend PM Narendra Modi's swearing-in ceremony with Council of Ministers. The visit showcases unique ties between India and Nepal. The Nepal PM was received..IndiaTimes - Published | Spain becomes 99th member of International Solar AllianceSpain has become the 99th member of the International Solar Alliance. Spain handed over the International Solar Alliance Instrument of Ratification during the meeting between Spain's Ambassador to..IndiaTimes - Published |
MEA processing Karnataka govt's request to cancel Prajwal Revanna's diplomatic passport: SourcesThe Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) is processing a request of the Karnataka government seeking cancellation of the diplomatic passport of suspended Janata Dal (Secular) MP Prajwal Revanna, who is..IndiaTimes - Published | India, Russia hold talks on Afghanistan ahead of UN meet in DohaIndia and Russia discussed Afghanistan security and humanitarian assistance. Russian special envoy Zamir Kabulov and MEA joint secretary J P Singh met to address the current situation in Kabul. MEA..IndiaTimes - Published |
