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MEA rubbishes China's objection to PM Narendra Modi's Arunachal visit, says 'state is an inalienable part of India'

In its response to China, the MEA said, ''The state of Arunachal Pradesh is an integral and inalienable part of India.''

Feb 09, 2019, 16:33 PM IST

MEA summons Pakistan High Commission official over civilian's death in ceasefire violation

Last Friday, an Army porter was killed when Pakistani troops continued ceasefire violations for the fourth consecutive day along the LoC in Rajouri and Poonch districts. 

Jan 16, 2019, 21:26 PM IST

MEA condemns Kabul attack, says efforts on to repatriate body of Indian killed

The Afghan Taliban on Tuesday claimed the responsibility for a truck bomb attack in Kabul.

Jan 15, 2019, 16:05 PM IST

India to get info on account holders in Swiss banks from 2019: Govt

MoS (MEA) VK Singh said such information may include details about persons allegedly involved in corruption.

Jan 02, 2019, 18:26 PM IST

We stand with you in fight against extremism: India tells Egypt after deadly terror attack

At least four persons were killed and 10 wounded in an explosion on Friday targeting a bus carrying Vietnamese tourists in Egypt.

Dec 29, 2018, 17:45 PM IST

Hamid Nihal Ansari release: India hopes Pakistan will free more of its nationals

Speaking on Ansari's release, MEA said that it is a great relief for his family members who have been waiting for the last six years.

Dec 17, 2018, 21:21 PM IST

Stop cross-border terror first: India reacts to Imran Khan's call for peace

India has maintained that peace cannot prevail unless Pakistan stops sheltering terrorists and halts its support to cross-border terrorism.

Nov 28, 2018, 18:03 PM IST

Over 2-lakh stranded NRIs brought back since 2014: Swaraj

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj said Tuesday over two-lakh stranded non-resident Indians (NRIs) were brought back to India in the last four-and-a-half years.

Nov 28, 2018, 00:02 AM IST

Awaiting MEA's permission: Sidhu tells Pakistan on Kartarpur corridor ceremony invitation

The cricketer-turned-politician, who had earlier accepted the invitation to visit the neighbouring country, is currently awaiting permission from the MEA.

Nov 25, 2018, 14:51 PM IST

Looking at details of exemption from US to buy Iran oil: MEA

India is one of seven countries that the Donald Trump administration has exempted from its 'no buying oil from Iran' diktat.

Nov 09, 2018, 15:48 PM IST

India to join talks with Afghan Taliban at 'non-official level'

A multilateral meeting in Moscow on Afghanistan on Friday where the Afghan Taliban will also be present.

Nov 08, 2018, 23:13 PM IST

In talks with US on Donald Trump's visit to India: MEA

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had invited Trump to visit India during their talks in Washington in June 2017.

Nov 01, 2018, 23:13 PM IST

India lodges strong protests with Pakistan, China over PoK bus service

Ministry of External Affairs has warned that the proposed bus service would be a violation of India's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Oct 31, 2018, 23:35 PM IST

India monitoring situation; will continue to provide developmental aid: MEA on Sri Lanka crisis

Sirisena sacked Wickremesinghe on Friday night replacing him with his predecessor Mahinda Rajapaksa triggering a constitutional crisis in Sri Lanka.

Oct 28, 2018, 12:17 PM IST

Arunachal districts on flood alert after formation of artificial lake in Tibet

Districts along the Brahmaputra river in Arunachal Pradesh have been put on high alert for possible flash floods.

Oct 19, 2018, 21:25 PM IST

Onus on Pakistan to create conducive conditions for talks: India

MEA spokesperson Raveesh Kumar reiterated India's stand that talks and terror cannot go together. 

Oct 18, 2018, 19:23 PM IST

MJ Akbar resigns as MoS, External Affairs amid sexual harassment charges: Read his full statement here

He said that since he is challenging the 'false accusations' levelled against him, he will be stepping down from his post. 

Oct 17, 2018, 16:58 PM IST

#MeToo: MJ Akbar won't be asked to quit, say sources; Congress questions PM Modi's silence

Akbar has denied all allegations of sexual harassment made against him.

Oct 15, 2018, 06:44 AM IST

Pak's allegation of use of chemical weapons in Kashmir false, malicious: India

Pakistan's Foreign Office spokesperson Mohammad Faisal had Thursday alleged that Indian forces reportedly used chemical weapons against Kashmiris. 

Oct 05, 2018, 23:51 PM IST

Seven Rohingyas sent back to Myanmar following their request for repatriation: MEA

India on Wednesday decided to deport the Rohingyas to Myanmar on Thursday.

Oct 04, 2018, 17:56 PM IST