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November 2, 2026 6:58 PM

Embassy of India Celebrates Shared Cultural Heritage between India and Azerbaijan through Art and Literature

The Embassy of India in Azerbaijan organised a special painting exhibition titled “One Friendship, Two Countries: India and Azerbaijan” and a reading session from the Indian classic Panchatantra at the Chancery premises in Baku on November 1, celebrating the rich artistic traditions of India and Azerbaijan and their longstanding cultural connections. The event brought together young Azerbaijani students and artists of different age groups for an engaging afternoon of art, literature, music,...

October 22, 2026 8:04 PM

EAM Jaishankar to visit Azerbaijan on Friday, review bilateral ties

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar will be on an official visit to Azerbaijan on October 23, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday. During his visit, EAM Jaishankar will hold talks with the Azerbaijan counterpart to review bilateral ties between the two nations. On October 16, India’s Ambassador to Azerbaijan, Abhay Kumar, presented his credentials to Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev. During the meeting, Kumar expressed his commitment to working for further stren...

October 16, 2026 1:11 PM

India calls on CICA members to unite against all forms of terrorism

India has called on member states of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) to unite against all forms of terrorism, including cross-border terrorism, while stressing that regional connectivity projects must respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all member states. Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh led the Indian delegation to the 7th CICA Summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, on October 15. Addressing the plenary session, he r...

August 15, 2026 6:14 PM

India@80: Embassy of India in Azerbaijan Celebrates 80th Independence Day with Patriotic Fervour

The Embassy of India in Azerbaijan celebrated the 80th Independence Day of India today with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervour, with enthusiastic participation of members of the Indian diaspora and Azerbaijani citizens. The celebrations commenced with the soulful rendition of India’s National Song, “Vande Mataram,” followed by the hoisting of the National Flag by Abhay Kumar, Ambassador of India to Azerbaijan. The gathering then joined in singing the National Anthem of India, “Jana ...

June 22, 2026 1:21 PM

Baku Embraces ‘Yoga For Healthy Ageing’ as Embassy of India, Azerbaijan Celebrates International Day of Yoga 2026

The Embassy of India in Azerbaijan organized a special event to mark the International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026 amid great enthusiasm and vibrant participation. The event brought together a distinguished gathering comprising of ambassadors, members of the diplomatic corps, local Government representatives, prominent personalities from various fields, yoga practitioners and enthusiasts from Azerbaijan, as well as representatives of Indian diaspora associations. The celebrations commenced with the ...

November 24, 2024 11:16 AM

India drives global climate dialogue through key initiatives at CoP29

India actively participated in various side events during the CoP29 UN Climate Change Conference, held in Baku, Azerbaijan, from November 11 to 22, 2024. Through collaborations with international agencies, India showcased its commitment to tackling climate challenges and highlighted several key initiatives both domestically and globally. One of the significant events was a panel discussion on integrating disaster-resilient infrastructure into national adaptation strategies, co-organized by Indi...

November 24, 2024 10:48 AM

World agrees on USD 300 billion climate aid for developing nations

COP29 in Baku concluded with wealthy nations committing $300 billion annually by 2035 to help developing countries combat the escalating climate crisis. The agreement, reached after over two weeks of contentious talks, was hailed as a step forward but criticized as inadequate by vulnerable nations facing the brunt of climate disasters. The negotiations were fraught with disagreements, boycotts, and protests. Talks nearly collapsed on Saturday when representatives of small island states and leas...

November 18, 2024 6:36 PM

Carbon Capture Technologies in West asia

As COP29 unfolds in Baku, Azerbaijan, the global spotlight is firmly on nations’ efforts to tackle the escalating climate crisis. Following the successful COP28 summit in Dubai, West Asia has emerged as an unlikely leader in carbon capture technology, signaling a transformation from a region known primarily for oil production to one pioneering innovative climate solutions. UAE’s Bold Commitment and Action The United Arab Emirates (UAE), host of COP28 in 2023, has set an ambitious target of...

November 13, 2024 11:03 AM

Nepal addresses COP29; meets Maldivian counterpart to join hands in climate negotiations

President of Nepal Ramchandra Paudel addressed the 'World Leaders Climate Action Summit' on Tuesday. The conference, which began on November 11, will continue until November 22. In his statement, he highlighted issues such as climate justice and climate finance, including reparations for loss and damage to vulnerable nations. President Paudel arrived in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, on Monday, leading a Nepali delegation to the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) of the United Nations Fra...