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Jaishankar calls attack on Hindus in Bangladesh 'a source of concern'

Dec 13, 2024, at 01:49 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has called the attack on minorities in Bangladesh a "source of concern" and hoped the current regime in Dhaka will ensure the safety of the Hindus amid the massive unrest in the South Asian country.

Jaishankar says no proposal on BRICS currency amid Donald Trump's 100% tariff threat over de-dollarisation efforts

Dec 07, 2024, at 11:51 pm

Doha/New Delhi: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has clarified in Qatar that no decision has been made regarding the creation of a new currency to challenge the US dollar, media reports said.

Jaishankar meets PM Modi amid concerns over attack on Hindus in Bangladesh

Nov 28, 2024, at 08:57 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi amid simmering concerns over the attacks on Hindus including the arrest of a monk in Bangladesh, media reports said.

LAC patrolling to resume, restoring pre-2020 status, after border breakthrough with China: Jaishankar

Oct 27, 2024, at 11:38 pm

Mumbai: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Sunday said that India and China are set to resume patrolling along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh, restoring the arrangement to its status before the April 2020 border standoff.

Jaishankar credits strong military presence, border infra for India's firm stand in China talks

Oct 27, 2024, at 03:31 am

Pune: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar noted that despite a recent patrolling agreement with China, rebuilding trust and cooperation will need time.

UN is like an old company, not keeping up with the market: Jaishankar

Oct 07, 2024, at 04:47 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has called the United Nations "an old company" which has failed to update as per the "market" criticising the diplomatic and political international organisation's way of functioning, media reports said.

'No bilateral talks planned': Jaishankar says upcoming Pakistan visit is solely for SCO summit

Oct 06, 2024, at 02:12 am

New Delhi: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar clarified on Saturday that his upcoming visit to Islamabad is not intended to discuss "India-Pakistan relations" but to attend the 2024 SCO Summit being held in Pakistan, media reports said.

Amid Sheikh Hasina's asylum speculation, EAM Jaishankar speaks to UK Foreign Secretary

Aug 09, 2024, at 02:40 am

New Delhi: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has discussed recent events in Bangladesh with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy, following the collapse of Sheikh Hasina's government due to violent protests, according to the Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday.

Sheikh Hasina sought approval to come to India at very short notice: S Jaishankar informs Rajya Sabha on Bangladesh crisis

Aug 06, 2024, at 09:09 pm

Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday informed the Rajya Sabha that Sheikh Hasina requested approval to come to India at a 'very short notice' in the wake of the anti-government violence in Bangladesh which led to her ouster and escaping from the South Asian nation.

Bangladesh turmoil: Jaishankar chairs all-party meeting, briefs MPs about Centre's actions

Aug 06, 2024, at 04:43 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: The central government on Tuesday held an all-party meeting under the leadership of External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on the Bangladesh turmoil and the fall of Sheikh Hasina government amid widespread violence taking place in the neighbouring country.

EAM S Jaishankar inaugurates first overseas Jan Asudhi Kendra during his visit to Mauritius

Jul 19, 2024, at 11:01 pm

Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar recently inaugurated the first overseas Jan Asudhi Kendra in Mauritius during his visit to the country.

EAM Jaishankar, his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi vow to intensify efforts for early resolution of Ladakh row

Jul 05, 2024, at 04:58 am

Astana (Kazakhstan): India and China on Thursday committed to double down efforts to resolve the outstanding issues in eastern Ladakh soon and to "stabilize and rebuild" their relationship during a meeting where Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar firmly conveyed to Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi the importance of respecting the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

S Jaishankar to discuss wade-ranging issues of partnership with Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan during UAE visit today

Jun 24, 2024, at 12:41 am

Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is visiting the UAE on Sunday at the invitation of counterpart Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

Terrorism should never be tolerated: Jaishankar remembers Kanishka bombing days after Canada Parliament pays tribute to Nijjar

Jun 23, 2024, at 10:47 pm

Amid ongoing diplomatic tension between India and Canada over the Khalistan issue, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday observed the 39th anniversary of the Kanishka bombing and said the day is a reminder of why terrorism should never be tolerated.

Narendra Modi greets Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu on Eid Al-Adha amid strained relationship

Jun 17, 2024, at 03:32 pm

Indian PM Narendra Modi on Monday greeted Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha amid the deteriorating relationship between the two nations.

'They think they are political players in our elections': Jaishankar slams Western media's coverage of Indian democracy

Apr 25, 2024, at 05:25 am

New Delhi: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar came down heavily on the Western media over its coverage of Indian democracy, asserting that their disapproval arises from a misplaced sentiment that they are political players in our elections, media reports said.

'Weak and inflexible': Congress criticises Jaishankar's response to China's renaming Arunachal places

Apr 03, 2024, at 05:28 am

New Delhi: The Congress slammed External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Tuesday, describing his response to China's renaming places in Arunachal Pradesh as as 'weak and inflexible' .

'Changing names does not have an impact': Jaishankar on China's fresh claim over Arunachal Pradesh

Apr 02, 2024, at 06:01 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has refused to weigh in on China's renewed claim over the northeastern state of Arunachal Pradesh, amid the bitter relationship between the two Asian giants.

Pandit Nehru saw it as a nuisance: Jaishankar on Katchatheevu issue

Apr 01, 2024, at 06:06 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has added fuel to the pot boiling Katchatheevu issue which Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) have weaponised to corner the main opposition force, Congress ahead of the Lok Sabha elections.

Jaishankar raises concern over Red Sea crisis, maritime safety and security

Mar 07, 2024, at 04:29 pm

Tokyo/UNI: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday raised concerns over the Red Sea crisis, saying "maritime safety and security have become particularly pressing concerns for India and Japan."

Jaishankar holds talks with Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis

Feb 21, 2024, at 06:47 pm

New Delhi/UNI: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis in New Delhi on Wednesday and expressed his appreciation for Mitsotakis’ dedication to improving ties between India and Greece.

EAM Jaishankar to attend Indian Ocean Conference in Australia

Feb 08, 2024, at 08:39 pm

New Delhi/UNI: External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar will attend the 7th Indian Ocean Conference which is being held in Perth, Australia, on February 9-10, a government statement said on Thursday.

India's resolute and inclusive diplomacy: A recap of NAM, G-77 Summits in Kampala

Feb 01, 2024, at 01:27 am

External Affairs Minister (EAM) Dr. S. Jaishankar led the Indian delegation to the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit in Kampala, Uganda, which took place on January 19-20, 2024. This was preceded by important discussions at both Ministerial and Senior Officials levels.

G20 presidency served as ‘catalyst’ to invigorate India’s foreign policy, Jaishankar tells Rajya Sabha

Jul 28, 2023, at 11:54 pm

Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday said  India’s G20 Presidency has served as a catalyst to invigorate the country’s foreign policy.

EAM Jaishankar calls on Cambodian King

May 30, 2023, at 06:26 pm

New Delhi/UNI: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday called on Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni, who is on a three-day State visit. He said the King's visit, marking the 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties, reaffirms the strong civilizational bond between the two nations.

EAM Jaishankar raises vandalisation of Indian High Commission with UK Minister Lord Ahmad

May 29, 2023, at 08:52 pm

New Delhi/UNI: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday held talks with visiting UK Minister Lord Tariq Ahmad during which the two discussed the India-UK FTA. EAM also raised the issue of vandalization of the Indian High Commission by Khalistani elements in March, and stressed that the UK is obliged to ensure the security of Indian diplomatic missions.

EAM Jaishankar resorts to namaste diplomacy while greeting SCO FMs

May 05, 2023, at 07:52 pm

New Delhi/Panaji/UNI: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar took to 'namaste diplomacy' while welcoming fellow SCO foreign ministers at the Meeting of Council of Foreign Ministers in Panaji today – a move that helped maintain equanimity while greeting his Pakistani counterpart.

EAM Jaishankar to embark on first visit to four Latin American and Caribbean countries

Apr 19, 2023, at 04:33 pm

New Delhi/UNI: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will be on an official visit to Guyana (April 21-23), Panama (April 24-25), Colombia (April 25-27) and the Dominican Republic (April 27-29).

EAM Jaishankar tears into billionaire investor Soros' remarks, says he is 'old, opinionated and dangerous'

Feb 18, 2023, at 08:18 pm

New Delhi/UNI: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday tore into billionaire investor George Soros’ remarks criticising Prime Minister Narendra Modi, terming the 92-year-old US philanthropist as "an old, rich, opinionated and dangerous" person who doesn’t care about the choice of the 1.4 billion people of India who decide how the country should run.

Jaishankar's remarks an attempt to divert attention from Modi govt's 'failed' China policy: Congress leader Jairam Ramesh

Jan 30, 2023, at 08:53 pm

New Delhi/UNI: Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh on Monday attacked the Centre over the Chinese issue after External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar took a swipe at the party, Ramesh said his (Jaishankar) recent remarks was an attempt to divert attention from the government's "failed’’ China policy.