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MEA urges caution for Indian seafarers taking Black Sea jobs after deaths of five nationals

Indian nationals are urged to assess Black Sea job security risks. The Ministry of External Affairs issued a new travel advisory for seafarers. Commercial vessels face missile and drone strikes in these maritime regions. Five Indian nationals have died due to these ongoing attacks. Comprehensive employer information is now strongly…

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"Will see deeper engagement": India, Romania to deepen defence cooperation in drones, aerospace

India and Romania are set to deepen their partnership, with cooperation expected to expand in areas such as drone technology, aerospace, defence manufacturing and industrial collaboration, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Friday following President Droupadi Murmu's State Visit to Romania from July 23-25.

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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…

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India viewed as fair jurisdiction where international commercial disputes resolved efficiently: CJI

Speaking at an international conference organised by the Supreme Court and the Ministry of External Affairs to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL), the CJI lauded its efforts in shaping the legal architecture upon which contemporary international trade now rests.

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'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…

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Passport fee hike: Delhi HC directs Centre to decide representation in three months

The Delhi High Court has directed the Centre to consider and decide within three months a representation challenging the revised passport fees introduced under the Passports (Amendment) Rules, 2026. The court disposed of a PIL without ruling on the validity of the fee hike and asked the Ministry of External…

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4 Indians killed after cargo vessel attacked near Ukraine's Odesa port: MEA

Four Indian crew members were killed and one was critically injured after the vessel MV Golden Leo was attacked while leaving Ukraine’s Odesa port, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said. The ship had 17 crew members, including five Indians, onboard during the incident on July 19, 2026.

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SC rejects Centre's plea against HC order quashing consular, passport and visa services

The Supreme Court dismissed the Centre's plea challenging a Delhi High Court verdict. This verdict had quashed the tender process for consular, passport, and visa services abroad. The Ministry of External Affairs and Engineers India Limited can make temporary arrangements for service continuity. These arrangements are to ensure uninterrupted delivery…

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Passport a document to regulate departure of Indian citizens from country: MEA

The Ministry of External Affairs clarified the passport's function on Tuesday. It stated the document regulates departure and is not proof of citizenship. This clarification followed debate regarding its use in electoral roll revisions. The Ministry emphasized passports are issued after established verification processes. Currently, less than eight percent of…

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India withdraws 2017 travel restriction notification for Yemen, continues to advise against non-essential travel

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has withdrawn the 2017 Gazette notification that imposed travel restrictions on Yemen, while continuing to advise Indian nationals to avoid non-essential travel to the conflict-hit country.

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India focused on mobility for skilled workers as NZ tightens immigration rules: MEA

India is focused on ensuring greater mobility for its high-skilled professionals rather than broader migration issues, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Friday, as questions were raised over New Zealand's proposed stricter immigration rules ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the country.

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India pushes to upgrade ASEAN FTA, advances talks on CECA with Australia

India is actively engaged in upgrading its trade agreements with ASEAN partners, aiming to liberalize the ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement. Simultaneously, New Delhi is progressing towards a comprehensive economic cooperation agreement with Australia. These efforts underscore India's commitment to strengthening economic ties across the region, with Prime Minister Modi's…

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Indian Embassy in Venezuela seeks thorough probe into alleged desecration of deceased sailor's body

India's Embassy in Venezuela is demanding a full investigation into the alleged desecration and organ removal from the body of Indian sailor Rakesh Chauhan. His wife claims he died suspiciously, with a second post-mortem in India revealing no organs were present. The Forward Seamen's Union of India has also highlighted…

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India condemns demolition of 125-year-old Gurdwara in Pakistan, seeks restoration

India has strongly condemned the reported demolition of a 125-year-old Sikh Gurdwara in Pakistan's Farooqabad, terming it a "targeted act of vandalism." The Ministry of External Affairs urged Pakistan to investigate, restore the shrine, and bring perpetrators to justice, highlighting a pattern of attacks on religious minorities. The incident has…

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Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri gets one-year extension

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri gets one-year extension, says government order.

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52 stranded, MEA warns Kailash Mansarovar pilgrims against travelling without China permits and visas

Indian citizens planning the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra are warned by the Ministry of External Affairs against proceeding without confirmed Chinese entry permits and visas. This advisory follows the stranding of 52 pilgrims in Nepal due to incomplete documentation arranged through private operators.

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52 Indian pilgrims stranded in Kathmandu during Kailash Mansarovar yatra; NCP (SP) urges MEA, embassies to intervene

Fifty-two Indian pilgrims bound for Kailash Mansarovar are stranded in Kathmandu, prompting NCP MP Supriya Sule to urge the External Affairs Ministry and Indian embassies for immediate assistance. The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, which resumed last year after a five-year suspension, is a significant religious journey organized annually by the Ministry…

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Foreign Ministry's first public Toshakhana auction features Rolex watches, gold biscuits and silver daggers

For the first time, the Ministry of External Affairs is auctioning around 300 diplomatic gifts, including luxury watches and gold biscuits, received by officials. This 'treasure house' collection, dating back to Mughal times, offers items with reserve prices from Rs 3,000 to Rs 19 lakh. The auction, under revised rules,…

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India delivers 5 tonnes of medical aid to Afghanistan under humanitarian assistance

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on June 11 reiterated India's commitment to strengthening Afghanistan's healthcare system, announcing the gifting of medical equipment for diagnosis, treatment, and specialised care to Afghan health authorities.

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'Fake report has been spreading': FSUI General Secretary denies claims of Indian Sailors killed on Liaki Freedom Vessel

Reports of Indian sailors killed on the MT Liaki Freedom vessel are false. The Forward Seamen's Union of India and the Ministry of External Affairs confirmed all crew members are safe. Misinformation is causing tension among sailors and their families. The government is urged to establish better communication and verification…

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'Must stop': India summons US envoy again after fresh strike on ship with Indian crew

India has summoned the US Charge d'Affaires following attacks on merchant vessels carrying Indian sailors near Oman. Three Indian sailors have died in recent incidents. The Ministry of External Affairs conveyed its deep concern to the American side. India stressed the need for unimpeded access through the Strait of Hormuz.

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MEA flags growing threat to shipping as MT Jalveer crew evacuation begins

India's External Affairs Ministry voiced worry over ongoing shipping attacks in West Asia. The crew of the vessel MT Jalveer, near Oman, is being evacuated. This follows a recent incident where three Indian nationals died. India has protested the attacks and called for peace and diplomacy in the region. The…

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Two Indian sailors dead, 1 chief engineer missing after vessel attack near Hormuz: Seamen's Union of India

Tragedy strikes Indian sailors near the Strait of Hormuz. Two seafarers are confirmed dead following an attack on a commercial vessel. One Indian sailor remains missing. Communication with the ship is severely disrupted. The Ministry of External Affairs has condemned the incident and is coordinating rescue efforts. India calls for…

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'Indian diplomacy works 24/7 for nation': EAM Jaishankar shares foreign policy transformations in last 12 years

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday shared key transformations in India's foreign policy and the Ministry of External Affairs, 12 years since Prime Minister Narendra Modi took oath.

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Shipping Ministry confirms attack on vessel carrying 24 Indian seafarers south of the Strait of Hormuz

A fire erupted on the oil tanker MT Marivex, located south of the Strait of Hormuz, with all 24 Indian seafarers aboard reported safe. India's Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways is actively coordinating with other government bodies and Indian embassies overseas. The tanker was reportedly empty at the time,…

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