Jaishankar embarks on 9-day US visit

EAM Jaishankar & Sri Lanka President Wickremesinghe Commission Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe have formally commissioned the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) in Colombo. Funded by a USD 6 million grant from India, the MRCC aims to enhance maritime safety across the region. This ceremony marks a significant milestone in India-Sri Lanka relations, highlighting cooperation in various sectors including power, energy, connectivity, port infrastructure, aviation, digital technology, health, food security, education, and tourism. Join us as we delve into this major development and its implications for regional safety and cooperation. #IndiaSriLanka #MaritimeSafety #MRCC #EAMJaishankar #RanilWickremesinghe #India #SriLanka #BilateralRelations #NeighbourhoodFirst #SAGAR #PMModi #MaritimeSecurity #Cooperation #ForeignRelations ~HT.178~PR.274~GR.125~ED.155~

Kuwait Building Fire: Indian Embassy in Kuwait Launches Helpline Number, Jaishankar Extends Support

A tragic fire incident that took place in Kuwait today, claimed the lives of about 43 people and injured at least 40 others. As per On Manorama, 10 Indians, including five Keralites have lost their lives in the blaze. The incident took place at Mangaf block In Kuwait's Ahmadi Governorate. India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar expressed his deep shock and sorrow over the incident. Adarsh Swaika, the Indian Ambassador to Kuwait, visited the injured workers at Al-Adan Hospital and the fire site, promising all possible help. The Indian Embassy in Kuwait City has established a helpline (+965-65505246) to assist those affected by the tragedy and is actively coordinating with Kuwaiti authorities for emergency medical care and other necessary actions. #KuwaitFire #IndianEmbassyInKuwait #SJaishankar #IndiaKuwaitFire #IndiaHelplineNumberKuwait #IndiaReactsKuwaitFire #MassiveInferno #KuwaitIndiansKilled #BuildingFire #KuwaitTragedy #KGAbraham #NBTCGroup #KuwaitIncident #FireDisaster #MalayaliOwner #LabourCamp #Kerala #TamilNadu #BuildingBlaze #KuwaitEmergency #KuwaitNews ~PR.152~ED.194~

Kuwait Building Fire: Over 40 Indians, Including Five Keralites Confirmed Dead In the Tragic Blaze

A devastating fire ripped through a six-story building housing migrant workers in Kuwait, killing 43 and injuring at least 40, including 10 Indians. The blaze started in a kitchen and quickly engulfed the overcrowded labor camp. Some jumped to their deaths trying to escape. Indian minister S. Jaishankar expressed shock over the deadly incident. Kuwait's deputy PM ordered an inquiry and vowed action against the building's owner. #KuwaitFire #MassiveInferno #KuwaitIndiansKilled #BuildingFire #KuwaitTragedy #KGAbraham #NBTCGroup #KuwaitIncident #FireDisaster #MalayaliOwner #LabourCamp #Kerala #TamilNadu #BuildingBlaze #KuwaitEmergency #KuwaitNews #latestnews #breakingnews #worldnews #englishnews #KuwaitFireaccident #kuwaitupdate #kuwaittamilnews #englishnewslive #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~PR.320~ED.155~

Ireland, Norway and Spain Join International Push to Recognize a Palestinian State

Ireland, Norway and Spain , Join International Push to , Recognize a Palestinian State. Spain, Ireland and Norway have all said they would officially recognize a Palestinian state on May 28, amid international concern over the ongoing war in Gaza. Associated Press reports that the decision may generate momentum for other EU countries to recognize a Palestinian state. Seven members of the 27-nation European alliance have already officially recognized a Palestinian state. 140 of the about 190 countries in the United Nations have also already recognized a Palestinian state. International pressure on Israel has been growing as the offensive in Gaza has now stretched into its eighth month. . This recognition is not against anyone, it is not against the Israeli people. It is an act in favor of peace, justice and moral consistency, Pedro Sánchez, Spanish Prime Minister, via The Associated Press. On May 11, the U.N. General Assembly voted to grant new "rights and priveleges" to Palestine, a sign of growing support for a potential vote on full membership. On May 11, the U.N. General Assembly voted to grant new "rights and priveleges" to Palestine, a sign of growing support for a potential vote on full membership. We used to think that recognition would come at the end of a process. Now we have realized that recognition should come as an impetus, as a strengthening of a process, Espen Barth Eide, Norwegian Foreign Minister, via The Associated Press. We used to think that recognition would come at the end of a process. Now we have realized that recognition should come as an impetus, as a strengthening of a process, Espen Barth Eide, Norwegian Foreign Minister, via The Associated Press. AP reports that while dozens of countries have recognized a Palestinian state, all of the major Western powers have yet to do so. . AP reports that while dozens of countries have recognized a Palestinian state, all of the major Western powers have yet to do so. . In response to the news, Israel recalled its ambassadors from Ireland, Norway and Spain, while rejecting any attempt to legitimize the Palestinians internationally. . In response to the news, Israel recalled its ambassadors from Ireland, Norway and Spain, while rejecting any attempt to legitimize the Palestinians internationally.

Keir Starmer holds bilat meeting with Recep Tayyip Erdogan

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer meets with his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan during the 75th anniversary NATO Summit in Washington DC. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Starmer and Biden attend NATO roundtable

World leaders gather at a NATO North Atlantic Council roundtable, including Sir Keir Starmer, Joe Biden and Emmanuel Macron. The prime minister is attending his first NATO Summit in Washington DC. Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Keir Starmer holds bilat meeting with Justin Trudeau

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer meets with his Canadian counterpart Justin Trudeau during the 75th anniversary NATO Summit in Washington DC. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Starmer lays wreath at Arlington Cemetery during NATO visit

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer lays a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery in Washington DC, during his visit to the US to attend the NATO 75th anniversary summit. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

G7 2024: PM Modi's Productive Visit to Italy | Key Points of his Discussions with World Leaders

Prime Minister Narendra Modi made significant strides at the 50th G7 Summit in Italy, emphasizing India's advocacy for the Global South. Invited as an outreach country, Modi engaged in crucial bilateral discussions with leaders including Italian PM Giorgia Meloni, Japanese PM Fumio Kishida, French President Emmanuel Macron, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. He highlighted India's role in global affairs and discussed cooperation in AI, energy, and climate action. Follow the highlights of Modi's diplomatic efforts in Italy! #G7 #G7Summit #G7SummitItalia #G7SummitItaly #GeorgiaMeloni #NarendraModi #Melodi #NarendraModiItaly #NarendraModiWorldLeaders #Oneindia ~PR.274~ED.101~GR.122~HT.96~