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MEA proposes 'Overseas Mobility Bill' to streamline emigration, boost work
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The bill seeks to repeal the four-decade-old Emigration Act of 1983 and replace it with a legal framework suited to today's global labour market.
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India demands earliest release of 44 Indians serving in Russian Army, tell
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The Ministry of External Affairs has confirmed that at least 44 Indian nationals are currently serving in the Russian army. MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the government has raised the issue with Russian authorities, urging the release of these individuals and warning citizens against
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"We're reviewing Kabul embassy's functions, responsibilities and strength"
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The spokesperson's remarks follow the government's announcement last month that India would transition its Technical Mission in Kabul into a full Embassy of India. At the October 16 briefing, the MEA had confirmed that the upgrade would take place soon.
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Delhi Govt changes office hours to combat rising Air pollution
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
This decision has been taken as a precautionary measure to prevent pollution, ensuring that the pressure of vehicles on the roads does not increase all at once and the traffic load is evenly distributed, thereby reducing pollution levels, according to the release.
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In touch with UAE authorities, four consular visits made: MEA on detention
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
"We are in touch with UAE authorities. Our Embassy is brief on the matter. We have been making consular visits to him and we have done so on four occasions. We are also in close touch with his family, including his wife. We are offering all possible assistance," Jaiswal said.
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Following success of 2025 Women's WC, ICC announces expansion of tournamen
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
ICC Board approved a series of strategic measures designed to accelerate the global growth of cricket, strengthen the women's game, and reinforce the ICC's long-term development strategy.
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MEA joins nation in celebrating 150 years of Vande Mataram
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
In a post on X, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that the song embodies the resolve, dedication, and aspirations of India as it continues to inspire the citizens to pursue a common dream and collective future.
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270 Indians repatriated, more expected from Thailand after Myanmar cybercr
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Speaking during a weekly press briefing, MEA Official Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that the Indians stranded in Thailand returned from Mae Sot on Thursday, with more expected to return in the coming days. He explained that after a crackdown in certain camp centres in Myanmar, the indi
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"Do not have anything on this to share": MEA on Trump's possible India vis
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
"As far as the comments of President Trump regarding his visit to India are concerned, I do not have anything on this to share. I will let you know when I have something to share about it," MEA spokesperson Jaiswal said.
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Clandestine nuclear activities consistent with Pak's history: MEA on Islam
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
"Clandestine and illegal nuclear activities are in keeping with Pakistan's history, that is centred around decades of smuggling, export control violations, secret partnerships, AQ Khan network and further proliferation," the MEA Spokesperson said.
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India reinforces cooperation in Bay of Bengal through BIMSTEC-India Marine
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs, Randhir Jaiswal said that BIMReN, an initiative of MEA, launched in 2024, has till date connected 25 institutions and over 50 researchers from BIMSTEC countries.
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MP CM Mohan Yadav felicitates Cricketer Kranti Goud on return to state aft
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
"Today I felicitated Kranti Goud, a member of the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 winning Indian women's cricket team and pride of Madhya Pradesh, along with her parents at my Bhopal residence. On this occasion, I had a meaningful interaction with talented players of the state on various topic
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