Asia

Tajikistan begins deporting Afghan refugees before deadline ends

Those deported include men, women, elderly people, and minors. In several cases, family members have been separated, children deported while parents remain behind, or spouses taken while the rest of the family is left in Tajikistan.

2025-07-18T06:10:47.852479+00:00 IST

South Korean special envoys pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi

A delegation of special envoys from South Korea paid their respects and offered floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at the Raj Ghat memorial on Friday, marking a significant moment in the diplomatic relations between the two nations.

2025-07-18T06:09:40.336192+00:00 IST

India welcomes US designation of TRF as Foreign Terrorist Org

The Indian Government on Friday expressed its appreciation for the US Department of State's decision to designate The Resistance Front (TRF) as a Foreign Terrorist Organisation (FTO) and a Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT), describing it as a significant step in the global fight against terrorism.

2025-07-18T04:51:40.047736+00:00 IST

"Working to get High Commissioners deployed": MEA on India-Canada

During a press briefing on Thursday, Jaiswal highlighted the progress, noting that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Canadian counterpart, Mark Carney, held a discussion on the matter in Kananaskis on the sidelines of the G7 Summit last month.

2025-07-18T04:16:33.935022+00:00 IST

Jaishankar welcomes US move designating Pak's TRF as terror group

Jaishankar called the move a "strong affirmation of India-US counter-terrorism cooperation."

2025-07-18T04:05:53.416634+00:00 IST

Israeli Dy Chief of Mission explains history of Israel-Syria

Saeb claimed that the Druze people are under persecution in Syria due to the differences in faith with the 'jihadists'.

2025-07-18T00:47:50.015645+00:00 IST

No discussions underway for Russia-India-China meeting: Sources

Earlier, during a weekly media press briefing on Thursday, Official Spokesperson in the Ministry of External Affairs, Randhir Jaiswal said that the RIC mechanism is for the countries to come together and discuss global and regional issues of interest.

2025-07-17T18:43:05.590323+00:00 IST

Former Ambassador Taranjit Singh Sandhu joins USISPF

Ambassador Taranjit Singh Sandhu, veteran diplomat of nearly four decades and former Indian envoy to Washington, joins the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) as Advisor to the Board and will be the Chairman of the USISPF Geopolitical Institute, USISPF said in an official statement.

2025-07-17T17:00:10.197151+00:00 IST

India, Indonesia collaborate on statistical systems 

The Indonesian delegation wanted to understand and explore collaboration opportunities in several key areas of official statistics, inter-alia, understanding the dedicated GDP methodology with a focus on data collection, data consistency and productivity statistics; current implementation of AI in official statistics at NSO India and strategies for AI-ready data; the steps taken by MoSPI to modernize Official Statistics; approaches to integrating data from various Departments/Ministries/State Governments; and the key challenges and opportunities in transforming India's National Statistical System.

2025-07-17T16:58:08.805905+00:00 IST

"We would welcome holding of inclusive elections": MEA

Responding to a query on Bangladesh general elections after former Bangladesh PM, Sheikh Hasina, was ousted in a student-led uprising in August last year, Ministry of External Affairs ofiicial spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal in weekly media briefing said, "You know our point of view. We have said that as a democracy we would welcome holding of elections, that is inclusive and includes everybody in its fold."

2025-07-17T16:05:50.410730+00:00 IST

Indian Navy’s Eastern Fleet ships arrive in Singapore

Indian Naval Ships Delhi, Satpura, Shakti and Kiltan, under the Command of RAdm Susheel Menon, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet, arrived at Singapore to a warm welcome from personnel of Singapore Navy and the High Commission of India in Singapore.

2025-07-17T15:12:28.541647+00:00 IST

"Offering all possible assistance...": MEA on Nimisha Priya case

In a weekly media briefing on Thursday, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal described the matter as "sensitive" and said India is extending all possible assistance in the case.

2025-07-17T14:35:37.577890+00:00 IST

Pakistan’s tourism neglect angers locals in PoJK and PoGB

Despite being blessed with breathtaking valleys, rivers, and mountains, the regions of Pakistan-Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) and Pakistan-Occupied Gilgit-Baltistan (PoGB) continue to face decades of state apathy, particularly when it comes to tourism infrastructure and local development.

2025-07-17T14:14:24.740387+00:00 IST

China pushes Taiwan to compete under 'Taipei, China' name

Taiwan competes in international sporting events under the name "Chinese Taipei" as per the Lausanne Agreement with the IOC. A 1989 agreement between Taiwan's and China's Olympic committees stipulated that the name "Chinese Taipei" should be used in Chinese-language materials for sporting events held in China.

2025-07-17T14:04:29.102415+00:00 IST

PM Modi meets Special Envoys from South Korea

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday received a delegation of special envoys from South Korea and highlighted the completion of 10 years of India-South Korea partnership. He underlined that the close collaboration between the two countries plays a key role in the Indo-Pacific region.

2025-07-17T13:51:46.959804+00:00 IST

“Caution against any double standards on the matter”: MEA

"We have seen reports on the subject and are closely following the developments. Let me reiterate and I have said this in the past as well that securing the energy needs of our people is, understandably, an overriding priority for us. In this endeavour, we are guided by what is available in the markets, as well as by the prevailing global circumstances," Jaiswal said.

2025-07-17T13:12:45.953210+00:00 IST

India-Russia summit to be held in Delhi: MEA

The two nations enjoy a special and privileged strategic partnership, with cooperation in defense, energy, and economic sectors being key areas of focus. The 22nd India-Russia Annual Summit was held in Moscow during July 2024.

2025-07-17T13:07:17.829028+00:00 IST

Sri Lankan PM champions regional solar cooperation at ISA

As per the official statement, the high-level opening was led by Sri Lankan Prime Minister, Dr Harini Amarasuriya, who delivered the inaugural address, called for deeper regional collaboration, inclusive access to technology, and focused support for Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and lower-middle-income countries. Emphasising the urgency of energy equity.

2025-07-17T12:30:20.152113+00:00 IST

1563 Indian nationals have been deported from US so far: MEA

The Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday confirmed that approximately 1,563 Indian nationals have been deported from the United States since January 20, 2025, the day Donald Trump assumed office as US President for a second term.

2025-07-17T12:19:36.665561+00:00 IST

BLA claims responsibility for twin attacks in Balochistan

In an escalation of its armed resistance, the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) claimed responsibility on Tuesday for two deadly attacks that killed 29 Pakistani army personnel in the Balochistan cities of Kalat and Quetta, calling it a direct response to what the group terms Pakistan's continued occupation of Balochistan, BLA spokesperson Jeeyand Baloch announced in an official statement.

2025-07-17T11:52:59.113777+00:00 IST

Visas being issued for Afghans, Bangladeshis: MEA

On issuance of visas to Bangladeshi nationals, Jaiswal said the government continues to issue a significant number of visas for various purposes including travel, medical emergencies, and education.

2025-07-17T11:49:17.676261+00:00 IST