The Latest Breaking News from External Affairs

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrives in Delhi

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrives in Delhi for "2+2" dialogue. Indian side led by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh & External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar.

The Hindu · Nov 10, 2023

Unlike Russia-Ukraine, India’s ‘neutrality’ on Gaza truce has no good explanation

“Woh zamana gya jab log samajhte thhey videsh niti koi door ki baat hai…” External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is heard saying in a video clip that surfaced on social media on Sunday. The purpose of taking the G20 meetings through the country, he says, was to “make the world…

Newslaundry · Oct 30, 2023

Jaishankar meets families of eight Indians detained in Qatar, assures efforts on to secure release

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday met with the families of eight Indians detained in Qatar and assured them that the government will make all efforts to secure their release.

Dynamite News · Oct 30, 2023

Mahatma Gandhi serves not just as political inspiration but also as motivator of diplomacy: EAM Jaishankar

EAM Jaishankar said the unveiling of the bust of Mahatam Gandhi is a symbolic moment for the friendship between India and Vietnam, which is rooted in mutual respect and shared aspirations for a better world.

The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023

EAM Jaishankar meets Vietnam FM Son, discusses cooperation in key sectors

At a meeting of the 18th India-Vietnam Joint Commission, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and his Vietnamese counterpart Bui Thanh Son discussed ways to boost cooperation in areas like trade, energy, defence and maritime security.

The Hindu · Oct 16, 2023

Jaishankar to embark on 6-day visit to Vietnam, Singapore

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to visit Vietnam and Singapore from October 15 to 20 to review progress and enhance bilateral ties. In Vietnam, he will meet leadership and unveil Gandhi bust. In Singapore, he will meet his counterpart and chair the regional conference of Indian heads of missions.

The Hindu · Oct 14, 2023

Launch of India-Sri Lanka ferry service truly big step: External Affairs Minister Jaishankar

India-Sri Lanka ferry service: “The launch of a passenger ferry service from Tamil Nadu’s Nagapattinam to Kankesanthurai near Jaffna in Sri Lanka is a “truly big step” for boosting people-to-people contacts,” External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said on October 14.

The Hindu · Oct 14, 2023

Morning Digest | ‘Operation Ajay’ set to evacuate Indian nationals from Israel; 4 dead, more than 70 injured as train derails in Bihar

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The Hindu · Oct 12, 2023

Tanzanian President Hassan begins four-day visit to India

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan visits India to bolster bilateral ties after 8 years. PM Modi and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to hold talks.

The Hindu · Oct 8, 2023

Passenger ferry service between Nagapattinam in T.N. and Kankesanthurai in Sri Lanka to begin on October 10

High-speed passenger ferry service between Nagapattinam, India and Kankesanthurai, Sri Lanka resumes after 40 yrs. Tickets cost ₹7,670, vessel can accommodate 150 passengers & 50 kg baggage. Infrastructure set up for Customs, External Affairs, Shipping, Immigration & CISF. Kaduvaiyar River estuary dredged to facilitate large vessels.

The Hindu · Oct 8, 2023