External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar

January 10, 2025 3:04 PM

Women-led development central to India’s foreign policy: Jaishankar at Pravasi Bharatiya Divas

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said on Friday that women-led development has become a cornerstone of India's foreign policy under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Addressing the fourth plenary session of the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Convention in Bhubaneswar, themed 'Diaspora Divas: Celebrating Women's Leadership and Influence - Nari Shakti', Jaishankar highlighted the critical role of women in achieving the vision of a "Viksit Bharat" (Developed India). He pointed out t...

January 9, 2025 1:09 PM

Modi Sarkar has your back: Jaishankar assures Indian diaspora in opening remarks at 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Thursday delivered the opening remarks at the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, emphasizing the crucial role of the Indian diaspora in nation-building and the government's efforts to support Indians abroad. Jaishankar likened the event to a "family reunion," noting that Indians living abroad are not only witnessing India's progress but also contributing to it and taking pride in their achievements. Highlighting the diaspora's ...

January 8, 2025 3:46 PM

Jaishankar highlights the role of NRIs in India’s Global Rise at Pravasi Bharatiya Divas

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar on Wednesday underscored the crucial role of Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) in India’s ascent as a global power during his address at the Youth Pravasi Bharatiya Divas in Bhubaneswar. The event marked the first day of the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) Convention, which is being held from January 8 to 10. Jaishankar emphasized that India's unique position in the global order is significantly shaped by its diaspo...

October 29, 2024 5:26 PM

Jaishankar addresses Army commanders conference, stresses need for ‘whole of government’ approach to national security

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, speaking at the Army Commanders' Conference in New Delhi on Tuesday, underscored the importance of a "whole-of-government" approach to strengthen national security. He discussed the complexities of current geopolitics and highlighted the challenges, opportunities, and strategic imperatives facing India. In a post on X, Jaishankar wrote, "Pleased to address the Army Commanders Conference in Delhi today. Discussed the intricacies of current geopolitics, as...

September 16, 2024 3:25 PM

EAM Jaishankar meets German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, conveys personal greetings of PM Modi

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Berlin and conveyed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's personal greetings to him there. Sharing a post on X about his meeting Scholz on Wednesday, Jaishankar wrote, "Honoured to meet Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Berlin today. Conveyed the personal greetings of PM Modi." Jaishankar paid an official visit to Germany from September 10-11. Chancellor Olaf Scholz is also expected to visit India. "Look forward to his visit t...

September 16, 2024 4:31 PM

Bangladesh crisis: Delhi is in close contact with Dhaka, monitoring minority situation, Jaishankar says in Rajya Sabha

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar informed the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday that India is closely monitoring the situation in Bangladesh, particularly the plight of minorities. Addressing the Upper House about the ongoing crisis in Bangladesh, which escalated following Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation and departure amid a violent student-led uprising, Jaishankar said that Hasina arrived in New Delhi the previous evening and that India had received a request from Bangladesh for flight ...

September 16, 2024 5:55 PM

Vikram Misri assumes charge as Foreign Secretary of India

Vikram Misri assumed the charge of Foreign Secretary of India on Monday. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) expressed warm regards and best wishes to Foreign Secretary Misri for a successful tenure ahead. "Shri Vikram Misri assumed charge as Foreign Secretary today. #TeamMEA extends a warm welcome to Foreign Secretary Misri and wishes him a successful tenure ahead," said MEA spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal in a post on X. Misri, 59, succeeds Vinay Mohan Kwatra, whose tenure was marked by not...