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Indian Diplomat Virander Paul Passes Away Ambassador Virander Paul, who served as India’s envoy to Turkiye, passed away, leaving the Indian diplomatic community in deep grief. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar led the tributes, highlighting Paul’s dedicated service and significant contributions to the Indian Foreign Service. Tributes from Leaders External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed…
S Jaishankar and French Minister Stéphanie Séjourne Discuss India-France Partnership External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar received a congratulatory phone call from French Foreign Minister Stéphanie Séjourne, marking his re-appointment to the esteemed position. In their conversation, Minister Jaishankar seized the opportunity to discuss advancing the bilateral strategic partnership between India and France. “Glad to receive…
Nikhil Gupta Extradited to US for Alleged Plot Against Gurpatwant Singh Pannun New Delhi [India], June 21: Indian national Nikhil Gupta was extradited to the United States on June 14 to face legal proceedings. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has not received any request for consular access from him, according to MEA spokesperson Randhir…
India Criticizes Canada for Honoring Sikh Leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar India has expressed strong disapproval of the Canadian Parliament’s observance of a two-minute silence on the death anniversary of Sikh separatist and India-designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasized India’s stance, stating, “We naturally oppose any moves giving political space to extremism…
India and Qatar Discuss Buying 12 Mirage-2000 Fighter Jets New Delhi [India], June 21: India and Qatar are in talks about a proposal for India to purchase 12 second-hand Mirage-2000-5 fighter jets from Qatar. The discussions took place in New Delhi, where Indian officials were given a presentation on the current state of the jets….
Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina Visits India, Meets External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is on a State visit to India from June 21 to 22, invited by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. She met with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, who emphasized the strong ties between the two countries. Newly-appointed Minister of…
Minister S Jaishankar’s Important Visit to Sri Lanka External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar recently visited Sri Lanka, emphasizing the importance India places on its ‘Neighbourhood First’ and SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) policies. This visit was his first bilateral trip after being re-appointed as External Affairs Minister. Key Meetings and Events…
98 Indian Pilgrims Pass Away During Haj Pilgrimage Ministry of External Affairs Reports Ninety-eight Indian pilgrims, out of 1.75 lakh who went for the Haj pilgrimage this year, have died due to natural causes, chronic illnesses, and old age, according to the Ministry of External Affairs. Details from the Ministry Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal shared…
South Korea Fires Warning Shots as North Korean Soldiers Cross Border On June 18, South Korea’s military fired warning shots after 20 to 30 North Korean soldiers briefly crossed the border. This was the third such incident this month. The soldiers retreated after the warning shots. The incursions are believed to be accidental. North Korea…
India Protests Against Khalistani ‘Citizen’s Courts’ in Canada New Delhi [India], June 21: India has lodged a strong protest with the Canadian High Commission in Delhi over the organization of ‘Citizen’s Courts’ by Khalistani activists in Canada. Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), stated, “We have strongly protested at the Canadian…