October 9, 2026 11:52 PM

India, Qatar Review Bilateral Ties, Exchange Views on Regional and Multilateral Issues, Developments in West Asia

India and Qatar on Friday reviewed the entire gamut of their bilateral relations, including political engagement, trade, investment, energy, consular affairs, education, culture and people-to-people ties, during the 6th round of Foreign Office Consultations in New Delhi. The consultations were co-chaired by Sripriya Ranganathan, Secretary (CPV&OIA), Ministry of External Affairs, and Dr. Ahmad Hassen Al-Hammadi, Secretary General, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Qatar. During the consultations...

September 26, 2026 11:56 AM

India, GCC Reaffirm Close Ties, Review Progress on Joint Action Plan

At the India-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Troika Ministerial Meeting in New York on Friday, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted the historically close and friendly ties between India and GCC countries, underpinned by vibrant trade and strong people-to-people linkages, while noting that the relationship has deepened in recent years across trade, investment, energy, health, technology and cultural exchanges. The two sides reviewed progress in implementing the India-GCC Joint Actio...

September 23, 2026 3:10 PM

Jaishankar, France, UAE Ministers Review Trilateral Cooperation in AI, Space, Culture

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday joined his French and UAE counterparts for the India-France-UAE Trilateral Ministerial Meeting in New York, where the three sides reviewed progress in cooperation across key areas, including artificial intelligence, space, culture and energy. The meeting was held on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. The French delegation was led by Jean-Noel Barrot, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, while the UAE si...

September 18, 2026 8:08 PM

Jaishankar, Nepal Finance Minister Wagle Discuss Ways to Strengthen Economic, Energy, Connectivity Ties

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday met Nepalese Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle in New Delhi and offered his deep condolences over the loss of lives and property in the recent flash floods in Nepal. The duo discussed ways to further strengthen bilateral cooperation in the economic, energy, and connectivity sectors. “Glad to meet Finance Minister @SwarnimWagle of Nepal today in Delhi. Offered my deep condolences on the destruction of lives and property in the recent flash floods. ...

December 18, 2025 8:29 AM

PM Modi to meet Oman’s Sultan today, hold comprehensive review of bilateral ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold comprehensive talks with Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq on Thursday, focusing on the full spectrum of bilateral relations. Discussions are expected to cover key areas including trade and investment, energy cooperation, defence and security, technology, agriculture, and cultural exchanges. The two leaders will also exchange views on regional and global issues of mutual interest. The Prime Minister is also expected to address business leaders from both coun...

April 4, 2025 6:11 PM

India-Myanmar energy ties set to deepen, says Indian Envoy Abhay Thakur

India and Myanmar are set to deepen their energy cooperation, with several key initiatives currently underway, according to Abhay Thakur, India’s Ambassador to Myanmar. The growing partnership is expected to be driven by strategic agreements and sectoral collaboration, including in shipping, solar energy, and trade. Speaking to ANI on Friday, Ambassador Thakur said, “We have a number of reasons why India-Myanmar energy cooperation would be more intense in the future... A coastal shipping ag...

February 14, 2025 7:22 PM

India Energy Week 2025 concludes, cementing India’s role as a global energy leader

The third edition of India Energy Week (IEW) 2025 concluded on a high note, with Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri lauding the event's unprecedented success, marked by record participation, innovative showcases, and strategic collaborations. The world's second-largest energy event, held at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi, hosted over 70,000 visitors, 600 exhibitors, and ten international pavilions over four days. With nine dedicated themes, IEW 2025 highlighted cutting-edge inn...