'Democracy doesn't put food on,' says US Senator Elissa Slotkin; EAM S Jaishankar's retort
Saturday, 15 February 2025 () External affairs minister S Jaishankar countered US Senator Elissa Slotkin's claim that democracy doesn't address hunger, asserting that India's democratic society provides nutrition support to 800 million people. He stressed that the effectiveness of democracy varies globally and emphasized the need for honest discussions on its challenges.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s first visit to the U.S. after Donald Trump’s reelection was marked by warm exchanges and viral moments. As Modi arrived at the White House, Trump greeted him at the West Wing lobby with a warm hug, saying, *“We missed you, we missed you a lot.”* In a widely shared clip, Trump was seen pulling out a chair for Modi, reflecting their personal rapport.
This high-profile visit, attended by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, NSA Ajit Doval, and Ambassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra, underscored the strengthening India-U.S. ties. Modi expressed delight at Trump’s second term and reiterated confidence in deepening strategic cooperation. Notably, Jaishankar had attended Trump’s inauguration as Modi’s special envoy.
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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar briefed Parliament about the deportation of 104 illegal Indian immigrants from the US, clarifying that this process has.. IndiaTimes
In this powerful address, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar sheds light on the ongoing issue of deportations, revealing that the deportation of Indians from the United States is not a recent phenomenon. During the Rajya Sabha session, Jaishankar shares alarming figures from previous years, including 597 deportations in 2011, 530 in 2012, 515 in 2013, and 513 in 2014, emphasizing that these incidents have been happening for years. Watch as Jaishankar responds to the current U.S. deportation controversy and calls for a deeper understanding of this long-standing issue.
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In a heated exchange in the Rajya Sabha, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar lost his cool while addressing Congress MP Nasser Hussain over the ongoing US deportation row. Jaishankar passionately defended the government's stance on the deportation of Indian nationals, criticizing Hussain's remarks and making his position clear. Watch as the political drama unfolds and Jaishankar takes a firm stand on the sensitive issue of immigration and deportation.
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External affairs minister S Jaishankar defended India's robust democracy and electoral process, expressing optimism at the Munich security conference. He... IndiaTimes
External affairs minister S Jaishankar addressed the Rajya Sabha about the deportation of illegal Indian immigrants by the US, clarifying it is a longstanding... IndiaTimes Also reported by •DNA