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April 29, 2026 12:18 PM

EAM Jaishankar meets Ecuadorian counterpart, discusses ways to deepen ties

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar met his Ecuadorian counterpart, Gabriela Sommerfeld, on Wednesday and discussed ways to enhance cooperation in key sectors such as trade, agriculture and capacity building. In a post on X, Jaishankar said, “Pleased to welcome FM Gabriela Sommerfeld Rosero of Ecuador, who is on her first visit to India. We discussed ways to deepen cooperation, including in trade, health, agriculture, digital and capacity building. Will cooperate closely in multilat...

April 23, 2026 3:08 PM

EAM Jaishankar launches logo, theme and website for 4th India-Africa Forum Summit, highlights future-focused partnership

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Thursday launched the logo, theme and official website for the fourth edition of the India-Africa Forum Summit (IAFS-IV), marking a key step towards strengthening India’s partnership with African nations. The launch event was attended by African ambassadors and stakeholders associated with India-Africa cooperation, underscoring the growing depth of ties between the two sides. Speaking on the occasion, EAM Jaishankar said the upcoming summit would sh...

March 20, 2026 11:57 AM

EAM Jaishankar, Israeli counterpart Gideon Sa’ar discuss West Asia conflict

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a telephonic conversation with his Israeli counterpart Gideon Sa'ar on Thursday to discuss the ongoing conflict in West Asia and its wider repercussions. Following the call, Jaishankar said in a post on X, “Had a telecon with FM Gideon Saar of Israel this evening. Exchanged views on the ongoing West Asia conflict and its many repercussions.” The conversation comes amid heightened tensions in the region following strikes by the United States and ...

March 18, 2026 10:39 AM

EAM Jaishankar pushes stronger India-EU ties and early trade pact during his Brussels visit

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held wide-ranging discussions with top European Union leaders during his two-day visit to Brussels, focusing on strengthening strategic ties, expediting a free trade agreement, and addressing pressing global challenges. The visit, held from March 15-16 at the invitation of Kaja Kallas, High Representative of the European Union, came shortly after the India-EU Summit and reflected renewed high-level engagement between India and the bloc. Meetings with top...

March 16, 2026 5:08 PM

No fuel dry-outs reported in India; crude stocks adequate, LPG supply under monitoring: Government

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on Monday assured that fuel supplies across India remain stable, with adequate crude oil availability and no reports of dry-outs at petrol pumps or LPG distributorships. In response to US and Israeli attacks, Iran has shut the Strait of Hormuz, a key maritime chokepoint through which about 20% of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas supplies pass. Speaking at an inter-ministerial press briefing, Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary in the ministry, sa...

March 16, 2026 10:44 AM

‘Already yielding results’: Jaishankar backs direct dialogue with Tehran to secure Indian tankers in Strait of Hormuz

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has emphasised the importance of direct dialogue with Tehran to ensure the safe movement of Indian vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, as India works to safeguard its energy security amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. In an interview with the Financial Times, the minister said New Delhi is actively engaging with Iran to facilitate the reopening of the strategically vital waterway, through which nearly 20 per cent of the world’s oil trade pas...

March 12, 2026 4:15 PM

Around 9,000 Indians in Iran being assisted, says MEA amid West Asia conflict

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has held discussions with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi on issues related to maritime safety and energy security amid escalating tensions in West Asia, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday. The conversation comes in the wake of attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic maritime route between Iran and Oman that handles a significant portion of global oil trade. Addressing a press briefing in New Delhi, ...

February 9, 2026 1:32 PM

EAM Jaishankar meets Seychelles President, highlights vision MAHASAGAR

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday called on Patrick Herminie, who is on a state visit to India aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation across key sectors, including maritime security and economic development. In a post on X, Jaishankar said he was delighted to meet President Herminie and highlighted Seychelles’ support for India’s Vision MAHASAGAR. He noted that as maritime neighbours, both countries share a common interest in advancing economic p...

February 7, 2026 9:58 AM

Interim Trade Agreement framework to boost India–US partnership: EAM Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday said that the framework for an Interim Trade Agreement between India and the United States will help realise a mutually beneficial trade partnership between the two countries. The remarks came after India and the United States finalised the framework for an interim trade agreement, under which US tariffs on Indian goods have been reduced to 18 per cent. In a post on X, the External Affairs Minister said the agreement would enhance market acces...

February 3, 2026 8:30 AM

EAM Jaishankar welcomes India-US trade deal, to meet Rubio today

India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar welcomed the US–India trade deal announced after talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump, calling it a boost for jobs, growth, and innovation in both economies. The minister arrived in New York on Monday on a three-day official trip to attend the Critical Minerals Ministerial being hosted by his American counterpart, Secretary of State Marco Rubio. “This will create more jobs, spur growth and promote innovation...