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'Look inward': India 'categorically rejects' Pakistan's Karachi violence claims as 'baseless'

India has strongly refuted Pakistan's claims linking it to Saturday's violence in Karachi, labeling the accusations as "baseless." New Delhi urged Islamabad to address its internal issues and dismantle terrorist networks within its own borders. The Ministry of External Affairs stated that Pakistan's allegations are an attempt to divert attention…

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52 stranded, MEA warns Kailash Mansarovar pilgrims against travelling without China permits and visas

Indian citizens planning the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra are warned by the Ministry of External Affairs against proceeding without confirmed Chinese entry permits and visas. This advisory follows the stranding of 52 pilgrims in Nepal due to incomplete documentation arranged through private operators.

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52 Indian pilgrims stranded in Kathmandu during Kailash Mansarovar yatra; NCP (SP) urges MEA, embassies to intervene

Fifty-two Indian pilgrims bound for Kailash Mansarovar are stranded in Kathmandu, prompting NCP MP Supriya Sule to urge the External Affairs Ministry and Indian embassies for immediate assistance. The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, which resumed last year after a five-year suspension, is a significant religious journey organized annually by the Ministry…

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'No locus standi': India rejects Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari's remarks as 'absurd' and 'political attack'

India has firmly rejected Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari's recent comments, deeming them "unwarranted" and stating he lacks the standing to discuss India's internal affairs. The Ministry of External Affairs highlighted Pakistan's own poor human rights record and history of targeting minorities, calling Zardari's remarks a politically motivated attack fueled…

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Kailash Mansarovar Yatra commences as first batch of pilgrims cross into China via Nathu La Pass

Sikkim has commenced the 2026 Kailash Mansarovar Yatra with the first batch of 44 pilgrims crossing into China via Nathu La Pass. Flagged off by Governor Om Prakash Mathur, the group, comprising individuals from across India, received a send-off after thorough logistical and medical preparations. The annual pilgrimage, significant for…

The Economic Times

India-crewed tanker hit near Iran, MEA says communication between ship & US Navy preceded strike

The US military fired on a tanker carrying 24 Indian crew members. This happened as the US enforces a blockade of Iranian ports. India's Ministry of External Affairs confirmed communication occurred before the incident. The vessel was disabled off Oman. Indian nationals were safely rescued with Omani assistance. The tanker…

The Economic Times

'Dangerous escalation': India expresses deep concern after drone strikes target Barakah nuclear facility in UAE

India on Monday expressed deep concern after a drone attack targeted the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the UAE, calling it a “dangerous escalation” amid rising Gulf tensions. The Ministry of External Affairs said such attacks were unacceptable and urged restraint, dialogue and diplomacy.

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India rejects reports of citizens’ evacuation from UAE through Fujairah port

The Ministry of External Affairs has debunked media reports claiming an evacuation plan for Indian nationals via Fujairah port amid Middle East tensions. The government clarified that no such evacuation is being planned and urged the public to rely on official advisories to avoid misinformation.

The Economic Times

Abused, exploited: How two Africans became trapped in a cyber-scam in Laos

Southeast Asia’s multibillion-dollar cyber-scam centres lure victims from as far away as Africa.

Al Jazeera

India accused of interfering in Canada’s Conservative Party leadership race

India has faced repeated accusations of election meddling in Canada, though it has consistently denied such claims

The Independent UK

India, US negotiating multi-sector Bilateral Trade Agreement: MEA

India and the US are in the process of advancing discussions on a multi-sector Bilateral Trade Agreement to strengthen two-way trade across all sectors, the Ministry of External Affairs said today. Read further on Dynamite News:

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India, EU aim to conclude FTA negotiations by this year: MEA after EU chief's "landmark visit"

Ministry of External Affairs Secretary (West) Tanmay Lal, highlighted that 20 union cabinet ministers and Ministers of State engaged in discussions and issues ranging from trade, digital green technology, energy, environment and connectivity were discussed. Read further on Dynamite News:

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India participates in 24th BIMSTEC Senior Officials Meeting by Thailand

Jaideep Mazumdar, Secretary (East), Ministry of External Affairs, represented India at the 24th BIMSTEC Senior Officials Meeting (SOM) hosted by Thailand virtually on Thursday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to travel to India for state visit from December 15

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake will be on a State visit to India from December 15-17, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Friday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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India, Syria hold Foreign Office Consultations, discuss ways to deepen bilateral ties

The officials of India and Syria exchanged perspectives on important regional and global issues of mutual interest, according to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). Read further on Dynamite News:

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‘Ludicrous statements’, ‘smear campaign’: MEA slams Canadian media report on Nijjar killing

India’s Ministry of External Affairs issued a terse statement last night on a report in the “Canadian media”.

The Independent UK

Narendra Modi condemns ‘deliberate attack’ on Hindu temple in Canada

As tensions with Canada deepen, violent clashes outside temple in Brampton prompt calls for justice

Al Jazeera

India-Canada diplomatic row reignites: What to know and what comes next

Canada accuses Indian government agents of being involved in ‘serious criminal activity’, a claim India rejects.

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"One particular agreement on customs procedures...": MEA on India-New Zealand trade ties

In an effort to bolster trade ties, India and New Zealand are set to ink an agreement on customs procedures, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Thursday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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India, Japan hold consultations on disarmament, non-proliferation and export control

The 10th round of India-Japan consultations on disarmament, non-proliferation and export control was held in Tokyo on April 24, 2024, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) informed in a press release. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Hindu

India urges Israel to ensure safety and well-being of Indian workers

Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal added that India was “distressed” at the recent attack on Iranian diplomatic premises in Damascus that both Syria and Iran blamed on Tel Aviv.

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Indian diplomat met ‘Afghan authorities’ in Kabul, says External Affairs Ministry

A senior Indian diplomat has met with ‘Afghan authorities’ in Kabul, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed.

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India, China holds 21st round of Corps Commander level meeting, discuss tensions along LAC

India and China held the 21st round Corps Commander level meeting on Monday at the Chushul-Moldo border to defuse tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Eastern Ladakh, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a statement. Read further on Dynamite News:

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FMs of Finland, Liechtenstein, Bosnia and Herzegovina arrive in India for Raisina Dialogue

Foreign Ministers of multiple countries are arriving in New Delhi to attend the Raisina Dialogue 2024 set to be held from February 21-24. Read further on Dynamite News:

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"Eager to meet my brother" says PM Modi as he embarks on UAE visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a two-day official visit to the UAE and Qatar from New Delhi on Tuesday morning. Read further on Dynamite News:

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