Ministry of External Affairs

Africa must be included in reformed UNSC, get 'voice in global decision-making', says EAM S Jaishankar

Dr S Jaishankar explained, "When it comes to political issues, we share the frustration of international organizations being unrepresentative of contemporary reality."

May 18, 2022, 06:49 AM IST

India appoints Naveen Srivastava as new ambassador to Nepal

"Naveen Srivastava, presently Additional Secretary in the ministry, has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to Nepal. He is expected to take up the assignment shortly," the MEA said in a statement.

May 18, 2022, 06:26 AM IST

PM Modi interacts with a little girl who aspires to be a doctor, gets emotional at Utkarsh Samaroh - WATCH

PM Modi interacted with the beneficiaries of 'Utkarsh Initiative', before addressing the event today, and spoke about how the schemes by the state governments and how is it shaping their lives. 

May 12, 2022, 12:59 PM IST

PM Narendra Modi to address Utkarsh Samaroh, participate in 2nd global summit on Covid-19 - Check updates

PM Modi will address the “Utkarsh Samaroh” in Gujarat’s Bharuch today. Later in the day, the prime minister will participate in the second global virtual summit on Covid-19.

May 12, 2022, 06:47 AM IST

PM Narendra Modi to attend BIMSTEC summit virtually on March 30

The virtual summit is being hosted by Sri Lanka in its capacity as the chair of the BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation).

Mar 26, 2022, 17:28 PM IST

Unable to detect contrabands, Full Body Truck Scanner is rejected by agencies concerned

Installed at a cost of around Rs 23 crore at India’s first Integrated Check Post (ICP) at Attari, the Full Body Truck Scanner (FBTS) has been scrapped by the agencies concerned. 

Mar 20, 2022, 17:21 PM IST

Indian Embassy in Ukraine shifted to Poland as situation deteriorates: MEA

As attacks on western Ukraine increase, India has decided to temporarily shift its embassy to Poland. 

Mar 13, 2022, 16:24 PM IST

Putting efforts to bring Naveen's body back to India: MEA

Naveen Shekharappa, a medical student from Karnataka's Haveri, was killed when the Russian soldiers blew up a government building in Ukraine’s Kharkiv. 

Mar 03, 2022, 19:48 PM IST

PM Narendra Modi, Mauritius counterpart Jugnauth to virtually inaugurate India-assisted infrastructure projects today

"The two dignitaries will launch the Civil Service College and 8MW Solar PV Farm projects in Mauritius that are being undertaken under India`s development support," the MEA statement read.

Jan 20, 2022, 07:56 AM IST

Foreign Secretary Shringla's Myanmar visit: Says India's wants it to return to democracy

Meeting Myanmar's State Administrative Council's chairman and members of political parties, Harsh Vardhan Shringla reaffirmed India's strong and consistent support to the ASEAN initiative and expressed hope that progress would be made in a pragmatic and constructive manner

Dec 23, 2021, 19:55 PM IST

Centre to celebrate 'Good Governance' week from today

DARPG will be convening various events from Dec 20 to 26 in collaboration with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Department of Pension & Pensioners` Welfare, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, Ministry of External Affairs, and Ministry of Panchayati Raj and Rural Development.

Dec 20, 2021, 07:10 AM IST

India rejects China's illegal occupation along border areas: MEA on Pentagon report

The ministry said that the government has taken note of the US defence department report that makes reference to construction activities by the Chinese side along India-China border areas.

Nov 11, 2021, 18:32 PM IST

MEA summons Pakistani diplomat over killing of Indian fisherman

The fisherman identified as Sridhar Ramesh Chamre, 32, from Maharashtra was killed and a crew member of fishing boat 'Jalpari' was injured in the alleged firing incident.

Nov 08, 2021, 18:20 PM IST

India opposes China’s unilateral attempt to alter border situation through new law

The Ministry of External Affairs noted that the new law has “provisions to carry out reorganisation of districts in the border areas” which is unacceptable to India.

Oct 27, 2021, 15:57 PM IST

Long-term visas, OCI cards of those indulging in anti-India activities revoked

Highly-placed sources while confirming the development told Zee Media that the Indian diplomatic missions have been keeping close tabs on anti-India activities of some overseas Indians.

Oct 26, 2021, 18:37 PM IST

Arunachal Pradesh integral part of India, China’s objection to Vice President’s visit unreasonable: MEA

Naidu had visited Arunachal Pradesh on October 9 and addressed a special session of the state assembly.

Oct 13, 2021, 16:27 PM IST

G20 Summit: PM Modi calls for 'urgent', 'unhindered' humanitarian assistance to Afghan citizens

"Participated in the G20 Summit on Afghanistan. Stressed on preventing Afghan territory from becoming the source of radicalisation and terrorism," Narendra Modi mentioned on social media

Oct 12, 2021, 20:32 PM IST

PM Narendra Modi to participate in G20 Extraordinary Leaders' Summit today

The agenda of the meeting will include a discussion on response to humanitarian needs and access to basic services and livelihood; security and the fight against terrorism; and mobility, migration and human rights

Oct 11, 2021, 15:32 PM IST

Plans afoot for connectivity from Mediterranean to India via Gulf

Zee Media has learned that the plans focus on building a corridor from India to the Gulf and West Asia to Eastern Mediterranean which would finally connect to Europe and will be seen as a game-changer for the region.

Oct 05, 2021, 20:21 PM IST

Afghan man of Indian origin missing in Kabul, MEA says monitoring situation

MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said India is in touch with the local authorities in Kabul that are investigating the case of Bansuri Lal Arinde, an Indian national who reportedly went missing in Kabul. 

Sep 16, 2021, 19:34 PM IST