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The MEA, reflecting the sincerity and genuine concern of its senior minister, perhaps failed to sense the political outcome of such negative news, if and when that emerged. (Photo: PTI)

Indians in conflict zones: ‘Military diplomacy’ vital

Indians by and large are considered peaceful members of any society in which they reside.

24 Mar 2018 12:06 AM

Relatives said they received panicked phone calls from some of the workers five days after Mosul was captured, asking for help. (Photo: ANI Twitter)

Killed in front of my eyes: How bodies of 38 Indians slain by IS were found

The abducted workers, most from northern India, had been employed by a construction company operating near Mosul.

20 Mar 2018 8:42 PM

The External Affairs Minister termed the action of the opposition leaders as unfortunate. (Photo: ANI)

Didn't mislead, needed proof of Indian captives' death, says Sushma Swaraj

Sushma accused Rahul Gandhi of asking Jyotiraditya Scindia to lead protests in Lok Sabha.

20 Mar 2018 4:12 PM

'It was conveyed that the deliberate targeting of innocent civilians, who are located two kilometers away from the forward line of defences, by Pakistan forces using high calibre weapons, is highly deplorable and is condemned in the strongest terms,' MEA said. (Photo: File | Representational)

India summons Pakistan envoy after Poonch shelling kills 5 family members

Pakistan envoy was also told that such heinous acts are against established humanitarian norms and professional military conduct, MEA said.

19 Mar 2018 7:25 PM

During the meeting between Modi and President Xi Jinping in Xiamen in Sept 2017, the two leaders had agreed that sound development of relations between India and China were a factor of stability amidst today's global uncertainties, and that the two countries should not allow their differences to become disputes, MEA Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar noted. (Photo: AP | File)

India eager to develop ties with China based on commonalities: MEA

The MEA comments a day after the Chinese foreign min said India and China should shed suspicion and manage differences by meeting midway.

10 Mar 2018 11:55 AM

Ministry of External Affairs reiterated that New Delhi's stance on the spiritual leader was 'clear and consistent.' (Photo: PTI/File)

India's stance 'clear', Dalai Lama free to carry out religious events

Earlier in Feb, Centre had allegedly asked to skip Dalai Lama events, in a bid to mend fences with Beijing.

02 Mar 2018 11:56 AM

'We have noticed that the Emergency in Maldives is valid for the next few days and we will wait to see the steps which will be taken by the government of Maldives after this,' Raveesh Kumar said. (Photo: ANI/Twitter)

‘Waiting to see’ what steps Maldives would take post emergency: India

Raveesh Kumar said India had called on the government of Maldives to lift the state of Emergency and restore the democratic process.

17 Feb 2018 9:22 AM

The clarification comes after Pakistan reportedly blamed India for withdrawing visa applications of pilgrims from the Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi. (Photo: Representational | AFP)

No restrictions imposed on pilgrims travelling to Pak, India clarifies

Pakistan reportedly blamed India for withdrawing visa applications of pilgrims from the Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi.

17 Feb 2018 8:26 AM

Jadhav, 47, was sentenced to death by the military court in April 2017. Pakistan claim that its security forces arrested Jadhav from its Balochistan province on March 3, 2016 after he reportedly entered from Iran. (Photo: File)

After death sentence, Jadhav faces terrorism charges in Pak

Jadhav has multiple cases against him in which he had been indicted on terror and sabotage related charges.

06 Feb 2018 12:37 PM

'Our Mission in Abuja (Nigeria) is in touch with the authorities in Benin and Nigeria for their help in locating the ship and is constantly monitoring the situation. A 24-hour helpline number set up by the Embassy for information on those missing is +234-9070343860,' Kumar informed in another tweet. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

Oil tanker with 22 Indians goes missing off West African coast: MEA

MEA spokesperson informed that the Indian authorities based in Nigeria have sought the country’s help in locating the missing oil tanker.

04 Feb 2018 9:28 AM

After furore, MEA scraps plan for orange passports

Move to do away with printing the last page dropped too, so passport will still serve as document for ‘address proof’.

31 Jan 2018 6:16 AM

The change was scrapped after a statement was released by the Ministry of External Affairs. (Representational Image)

Orange no more: Govt scraps decision to change passport colour

The current practice of printing of the last page of the passport would also continue.

30 Jan 2018 8:21 PM

Four pacts were signed after comprehensive talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Cambodian counterpart Samdech Hun Sen. (Twitter Photo: @MEAIndia)

India, Cambodia decide to boost defence ties; ink 4 pacts

The two leaders also discussed exploring ways to intensify the development partnership and boost ties in key sectors.

27 Jan 2018 5:27 PM

India joined the Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) in 2016 and the Wassenaar Arrangement (WA) in 2017. (Photo: Representational | PTI)

India joins Australia Group, gets closer to NSG membership

Reacting to India's entry to group, MEA spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said it would be 'mutually beneficial and to help in non proliferation'.

20 Jan 2018 9:33 AM

Indian and Chinese troops were engaged in a stand-off for over two months in 2017 in the Doklam area near Sikkim before "disengaging" on August 28. (Photo: PTI/File)

India, China have established mechanisms to resolve any ‘confusion’: MEA

Earlier in Beijing, China justified its massive construction activities in the Doklam area, describing it as 'legitimate'.

20 Jan 2018 7:51 AM

Passports to be issued sans last page now on

So, while the passports will not show the names of the passport-holder’s parents or spouse.

13 Jan 2018 2:14 AM

Released Indian fishermen wait at Lahore railway station to leave for India. (Photo: AP)

Pakistan releases 147 Indian fishermen

Lists of 250 civilian prisoners and 94 fishermen were handed over to Pakistan.

09 Jan 2018 12:56 AM

The family of a 27-year-old man hailing from Hyderabad, who was killed in a road mishap in New Zealand, has urged Sushma Swaraj, to bring his body back at the earliest. (Photo: ANI)

Hyderabad student dies in New Zealand, family urges Sushma Swaraj to intervene

The incident occurred in Central Auckland when a drunk driver jumped a red light and ploughed into Syed Abdul Raheem Fahad’s car.

24 Dec 2017 9:34 AM

The Army, paramilitary forces and J&K police have been taking actions against militants in J&K successfully and the action will continue, Army chief said. (Photo: AP)

Peace talks can take place when Pak stops supporting terrorists in J&K: Rawat

Army chief says that by Pakistan actions, it doesn’t seem that they want peace between the two nations.

22 Dec 2017 3:32 PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi (Photo: PTI)

PM Modi holds talks with Nepal leaders

Oli’s triumph is widely seen as a victory for the pro-Chinese elements in Nepal.

22 Dec 2017 5:55 AM

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