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'How many times do I have to explain this to you?': MEA Fact Check uses viral meme to reaffirm J&K, Ladakh as integral parts of India

The Ministry of External Affairs used a meme to counter misinformation in J&K. India reiterated that Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh are integral parts of the nation. Pakistan's electoral exercise in the region was called cosmetic and an attempt to hide violations. Protests in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir highlight economic…

The Economic Times · Jul 30

Nirav Modi's extradition to take place after completion of judicial process in UK: MEA

India's Ministry of External Affairs confirmed Nirav Modi's extradition will occur after UK judicial proceedings conclude. Legal proceedings against the fugitive diamantaire are currently ongoing in the United Kingdom. Nirav Modi faces charges in India related to the Punjab National Bank fraud case. He is also pursuing legal remedies in…

The Economic Times · Jul 28

India summons Ukraine envoy over attack that killed Indian sailor

India summoned Ukraine's ambassador after an attack on the commercial vessel MV OMORFI killed an Indian national. The MEA condemned attacks on commercial shipping, expressed serious concern over the incident, and asked the envoy to convey India's protest to Ukrainian authorities, calling such actions against civilian seafarers unacceptable.

The Economic Times · Jul 27

Indian seafarer killed in Black Sea attack on commercial vessel; MEA condemns strike

One Indian national died after a commercial vessel was attacked in the Black Sea. Two other Indian crew members aboard the MV Omorfi are reported to be safe. The vessel was transiting reported Russian territorial waters when the incident occurred on July eighteenth. India condemned the attack, citing threats to…

The Economic Times · Jul 24

"Hope to continue to build relationships": MEA reaffirms Saudi strategic ties after NSA Doval's Riyadh visit

India reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening strategic ties with Saudi Arabia. National Security Advisor Ajit Doval recently visited Riyadh for high-level discussions. They reviewed bilateral relations and explored ways to enhance their strategic partnership. Discussions also covered regional stability and energy security cooperation between the two nations. These engagements underscore…

The Economic Times · Jul 24

'There are Chinese projects on territories in J-K that belong to India': MEA objects to illegal occupation

India's Ministry of External Affairs accused China of illegally occupying Indian territories. Beijing's ongoing infrastructure projects in these regions also drew strong objections from New Delhi. This statement followed discussions between Indian and Chinese foreign ministers at the ASEAN summit. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi highlighted previous positive engagements between…

The Economic Times · Jul 24

India rebuffs Pakistan's ASEAN comments, reaffirms Indus Waters Treaty abeyance

India on Friday firmly rejected Pakistan's remarks at the ASEAN forum, affirming the Indus Waters Treaty stays in abeyance until Islamabad halts cross-border terrorism. The External Affairs Ministry also dismissed claims of India causing deliberate flooding in Pakistan as baseless, attributing Chenab River surges to heavy monsoon rains.

The Economic Times · Jul 24

'No' SIR data used for processing passport applications, renewals: Govt tells Parliament

The Ministry of External Affairs told Parliament it has not sought or used Special Intensive Revision (SIR) data for passport applications or renewals. It said passports follow the Passports Act, ICAO norms explain the use of "nationality", and India currently enjoys visa-free access to 27 countries, visa-on-arrival in 47 and…

The Economic Times · Jul 24

Foreign Minister S Jaishankar conveys to Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov India's concerns over safety of Indian seafarers

India's External Affairs Minister conveyed concerns to Russia regarding seafarer safety. This discussion occurred after four Indian crew members died in a Black Sea attack. The ministers also addressed trade, investment, and energy security issues. India previously summoned Russia's charge d'affaires to express grave concerns. The attack on the merchant…

The Economic Times · Jul 22

Killing of 4 Indian seafarers in Ukraine: India summons Russian charge d'affaires

India summoned the Russian charge d'affaires to protest the killing of four Indian seafarers. The civilian vessel was attacked by Russian cruise missiles near Ukraine's coast. Four Indian nationals tragically lost their lives in this incident. One Indian national is currently hospitalized in critical condition. India condemned the targeting of…

The Economic Times · Jul 21