In response to media queries regarding damage to conservation facilities at Preah Vihear, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, "We have seen reports regarding damage to conservation facilities at Preah Vihear during the ongoing Thailand-Cambodia border clashes. Any damage to conservatio
In a post on X, he said, "A joyous moment as Deepavali, the festival of lights, marking the triumph of good over evil and the return of Lord Rama to his kingdom, Ayodhya, which is celebrated globally, is added to the @UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list."
Italy's Deputy PM Antonio Tajani arrived in New Delhi for his second visit to India this year. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal welcomed him on X, noting that Tajani's engagements in Delhi and Mumbai are expected to further strengthen the India-Italy strategic partnership.
India condemned recent border clashes that killed Afghan civilians and reaffirmed support for Afghanistan's sovereignty. Fighting between Pakistani and Afghan forces has intensified near Spin Boldak, with both sides blaming each other. Mediation efforts by Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Qatar h
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.
India reaffirmed that Arunachal Pradesh is an integral part of the country and advised citizens to be cautious when travelling through China after a woman from Arunachal was detained at Shanghai airport. India issued a demarche to China, saying such actions hurt improving bilateral ties.<
MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated "democracy and Pakistan don't go together," noting India is monitoring the situation. He also condemned border clashes that killed Afghan civilians, while political tensions continue over Imran Khan's imprisonment and PTI demands for access to him.<
While addressing a press conference, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, "The new deputy US trade representative, Ambassador Rick Switzer, will be visiting India on the 10th and 11th of December. This visit is a familiarisation visit, as well as to meet with senior officials in the govern
India sent a fourth C-17 aircraft to Colombo with Bailey Bridge units, 55 tonnes of equipment, a JCB, and 13 engineer personnel to support ongoing relief efforts under Operation Sagar Bandhu, according to MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal.
The Controller General of Accounts (CGA), in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs, organised a seminar to showcase India's PFM experience and explore partnerships with countries of the Global South.