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Washington reiterates support for Myanmar on Independence Day, raises conc
Updated : 2 months, 1 week ago IST
"The United States is deeply concerned about the ongoing crisis in Burma. We urge the military regime to cease violence, ensure unhindered access to humanitarian assistance, release those unjustly detained, and engage in dialogue to pursue a peaceful and long-term end to the crisis," the US
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"India recalibrating neighbourhood policy with focus on support, security"
Updated : 2 months, 1 week ago IST
Jaishankar, while speaking at the inauguration of Shaastra 2026- IIT Madras Techno-Entertainment fest, Jaishankar said that India has "naturally invested" in countries that share cooperative relations.
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UAE signs cooperation agreement with Norwegian Refugee Council to provide
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The UAE International Aid Agency has signed an agreement with the Norwegian Refugee Council to provide humanitarian assistance to refugees in East Africa, committing USD 8 million to support displaced communities in Ethiopia, Uganda, and other countries in the region.
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Afghan Public Health Minister holds talks on healthcare cooperation, atten
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Afghan Minister of Public Health, Mawlawi Noor Jalal Jalali, paid an official visit to India, during which he participated in the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine held in the national capital and had a series of high-level meetings to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the heal
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UN condemns arbitrary detention of additional staff by Houthis
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
In a statement, Stephane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the UN Secretary-General, said these detentions have rendered the delivery of United Nations humanitarian assistance in areas under Houthi control unsustainable. He noted that this directly affects millions of people in need and restricts t
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Quad conducts 1st Indo-Pacific Logistics Network field exercise to boost c
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Highlighting the significance of the exercise, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal on Friday said the initiative was designed to improve coordination and preparedness among Quad countries for swift and effective responses to regional humanitarian needs.
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JP Nadda, Afghan health minister review expanding India-Afghanistan medica
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
India reaffirmed its commitment to Afghanistan's health sector during talks between Health Minister JP Nadda and Afghan officials, reviewing healthcare projects, medical supplies, capacity building and humanitarian assistance, and pledging continued support through infrastructure, medicines,
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India reaffirms commitment to continued humanitarian support for Afghanist
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
During the meeting, India reaffirmed its commitment to continued humanitarian support for Afghanistan, with emphasis on the long-term supply of medicines and health assistance as a key pillar of bilateral engagement.
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Op Sagar Bandhu: India extends humanitarian aid to Sri Lanka after cyclone
Updated : 3 months ago IST
In keeping with India's Neighbourhood First policy, Operation Sagar Bandhu was launched to provide humanitarian assistance to the people of Sri Lanka affected by the devastating cyclone Ditwah.
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Indian Army accelerates bridge restoration, medical aid in Sri Lanka under
Updated : 3 months ago IST
The Engineer Task Force (ETF) of Indian Army has commenced retrieval and de-launching operations of the damaged Puliyampokkanai Bridge at Jaffna. Indian Army is assisting the Road Development Authority (RDA), Sri Lanka by employing a wheeled excavator for de-launching bridge panels.
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India calls for "free, fair and inclusive" elections in Myanmar, backs tra
Updated : 3 months ago IST
India urged Myanmar to ensure "free, fair and inclusive" elections as concerns grow over limited voting areas and lack of transparency. Human Rights Watch warned the polls will not be credible. Myanmar remains in conflict, with many opposition leaders jailed since the 2021 coup.
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Quad underscores Indo-Pacific disaster preparedness at 4th annual HADR str
Updated : 3 months ago IST
Reinforcing its longstanding commitment to a stable, secure and resilient Indo-Pacific, the Quad convened the 4th Annual Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Response (HADR) Strategic Meeting and Tabletop Exercise in Honolulu, Hawaii, the Ministry of External Affairs stated on Monday.
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