According to the advisory, several of these scams have been linked to agents exploiting visa-free entry facilities. "It may be noted that the Government of Iran allows visa-free entry to Indians only for tourism purposes," the MEA stressed, cautioning against intermediaries who offer visa-fr
India rejected Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's UNGA remarks on Kashmir, stressing the issue is bilateral and needs no third-party role. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal lodged a protest with Ankara, called the comments objectionable, and said Pakistan's cross-border terrorism rem
The Ministry of External Affairs stated on Friday that India is closely monitoring the impact of US President Donald Trump's announcement to impose tariffs of up to 100% on imports of branded and patented pharmaceutical drugs, effective from October 1, 2025.
During the weekly media briefing, MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal reiterated India's firm stance against illegal migration, emphasising commitment to promoting legal pathways for migration.
India rejected NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte's claim that PM Modi spoke to Russian President Putin after US tariffs, calling it "factually incorrect and entirely baseless." The MEA said no such talks occurred, urged NATO to act responsibly, and reaffirmed India's right to safeguard na
Secretary (West) in the Ministry of External Affairs, Ambassador Sibi George, engaged in discussions with the European Union and also delivered India's national statement at a UN ministerial meeting on victims of terrorism.
MEA highlighted that the "discussions have been positive and forward-looking, covering various aspects of the trade deal, adding that it was also decided to "intensify efforts to achieve an early conclusion of a mutually beneficial Trade Agreement."
he Ministry of External Affairs on Friday strongly affirmed the stance that issues between India and Pakistan will be resolved bilaterally, with no role for any third-party mediations. He also reminded how Pakistan continues to remain a hotbed of terrorism, with a close nexus between terrori
The Ministry of External Affairs on Friday said that India is "examining the implications" of the United States' decision to revoke the sanctions waiver that applied to the Chabahar Port project in Iran.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) responded to the Saudi Arabia-Pakistan defence pact, underlining how the strategic partnership between India and Saudi Arabia has deepened over the years, and hence the mutual sensitivities and interests would be kept in mind.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) reaffirmed India's steadfast support to Nepal after the interim government led by PM Sushila Karki took charge, and said that India stands ready to work together for the progress and prosperity of the peoples of the two neighbours.