Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed happiness about the presence of diplomats from several nations, who got a glimpse of India's cultural vibrancy in Kashi's Dev Deepavali.
Organised by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the distinguished guests will bear witness to the lighting of earthen lamps on the auspicious occasion of Kartik Purnima, alongside the mesmerizing Ganga Arti and Dev Deepavali festivities at Kashi.
Israeli Consul General to Mumbai, Kobbi Shoshani, on Sunday reflected on Mumbai's pain post-26/11 terror attack, emphasizing that they are combating not only terrorism but also fake news.
During his visit, Mohamed Muizzu is scheduled to hold a meeting with Turkey's senior government officials to explore potential areas for mutual collaboration and enhance the diplomatic ties between the two nations.
Israeli Consul General to Mumbai, Kobbi Shoshani, on Sunday expressed solidarity with the victims of the 26/11 terror attacks saying that the "DNA" of both India and Israel to fight against terrorism is the foundation of a strong bond between the two nations.
However, the Ministry of External Affairs has made no comments regarding the closure of the Afghanistan Embassy in India. Moreover, India has not recognised the Taliban regime in Afghanistan.
Several Western diplomats and the United Nations have strongly criticised Pakistan over its decision to impose hundreds of dollars in exit fees for every Afghan refugee who fled the persecution by the Taliban condemning the decision as "shocking and frustrating", The Guardian reported.
Releasing an official statement on the closure of its diplomatic mission in New Delhi, the Afghan embassy said, "Effective from November 23, 2023 owing to persistent challenges from the Indian government. The decision follows the embassy's earlier cessation of operations on September 30,
The show brought together outfits made from India's eco-friendly & hand-spun khadi fabric, as well as Swedish sustainable textiles and smart materials.
India resumed issuing electronic visas for Canadian nationals on Wednesday after suspending it following a diplomatic row over Ottawa's allegation of Indian government involvement in the murder of a Canadian Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar on June 18.
A five-member delegation of foreign diplomats is set to visit Rajasthan's Jaipur on November 22 and 23 as a part of the "KNOW BJP" initiative launched by the National President on the 42nd foundation day of the BJP, an official statement by the BJP said.
Sharing their experience from interaction with the EAM, at the first Global South Young Diplomats Forum, the participants acknowledged their admiration for Jaishankar's vision for issues affecting Global South. They said they were looking forward to more cooperation in the future.