Vienna terrorist was acting alone: Austrian interior minister

International experts at the Raisina Dialogue 2026 underscored India's strategic autonomy and evolving global role. Amidst a 30-day US waiver for Russian oil, diplomats from Poland, the OECD, and Austria emphasised that while diversification is key, India remains a trusted, essential partner in navigating complex global energy and security challenges.

The representative also called for the release of all religious prisoners of conscience, including Christian mother Shagufta Kiran in Pakistan.

The IAEA further called for restraint to avoid any damages.

IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi on Monday expressed deep concern over the developing security situation in West Asia and said that the possibility of radiological release with serious consequences cannot be ruled out.

The Ambassador briefed the attendees on recent developments in the region.

Ambassador P Harish, India's Permanent Representative to the United Nations and Austria's Deputy Minister of Defence Arnold Kammel held discussions on further deepening the bilateral cooperation between the two countries in wide-ranging areas such as trade to peacekeeping.

India and the UK discussed security concerns during the 6th Home Affairs Dialogue in New Delhi, focusing on the safety of Indian missions in the UK, counter-terrorism, organised crime, pro-Khalistani activities, migration, cyber security, and law enforcement cooperation, reaffirming commitment to stronger bilateral security ties.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday met his Ukrainian counterpart Andrii Sybiha at the Munich Security Conference 2026 in the backdrop of the ongoing United States-led negotiations between Russia and Ukraine.

The number of asylum applications submitted in Austria fell by 36 per cent year-on-year in 2025, reaching 16,284 applications.

MEA condemned the trespassing and vandalism at the Indian Embassy in Zagreb and asked Croatia to take action against the perpetrators. The incident comes amid growing India-Croatia ties, including PM Modi's visit last year, during which both sides agreed to boost cooperation and signed several agreements.