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May 10, 2026 5:32 PM

Jaishankar hands over Made-in-India laptops to Trinidad and Tobago schoolchildren

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Friday joined Kamla Persad-Bissessar in distributing Made-in-India laptops to schoolchildren in Trinidad and Tobago, fulfilling a commitment made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit last year. In a post on X, Jaishankar said, “Joined PM Kamla Persad-Bissessar at the presentation of Made-in-India laptops to Trinbagonian schoolchildren. Delivering on PM Narendra Modi’s commitment last year, this is a message of learning, awareness and ...

May 8, 2026 9:08 AM

EAM Jaishankar highlights India’s global role, stresses ‘partnership for progress’ in Suriname

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Friday spoke on the theme 'Partnership for Progress’ in Paramaribo, Suriname, and highlighted India's global role, stressing the need for partnership for progress. EAM Jaishankar took to social media 'X' and said, "Spoke on the theme ‘Partnership for Progress’ at Paramaribo this evening. Thank FM Melvin Bouva for his presence and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Suriname for organising the programme." "Made the case that a tough world ne...

May 7, 2026 3:34 PM

Jaishankar reviews India-Suriname ties, outlines six-point roadmap during Paramaribo visit

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Wednesday reviewed the full spectrum of India-Suriname relations during the 9th Joint Commission Meeting (JCM) held in the capital city of Paramaribo, while also engaging with the Indian diaspora and paying tribute to the fallen heroes of the 1902 uprising in Mariënburg as part of his three-nation Caribbean tour. Addressing a joint press conference alongside Suriname’s Foreign Minister Melvin Bouva, Jaishankar described the discussions as comprehens...

April 22, 2026 11:54 AM

India stands steadfast in its resolve to counter terrorism: EAM Jaishankar on Pahalgam attack anniversary

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Wednesday paid tribute to the victims on the first anniversary of the Pahalgam terror attack. In a post on X, the foreign minister said, “Join the nation in remembering the victims of the dastardly Pahalgam terror attack, which took place this day last year. India stands steadfast in its resolve to counter terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.” The attack, carried out on April 22, 2025, by The Resistance Front — an offshoot of Lashkar-e...

April 12, 2026 7:19 PM

Jaishankar meets UAE leadership, discusses Indian community and regional tensions

External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar began a two-day visit to the United Arab Emirates, holding high-level talks in Abu Dhabi amid ongoing tensions in West Asia and concerns over the welfare of Indian nationals in the region. During the visit, Dr Jaishankar met UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Saturday, where discussions focused on the evolving regional situation and its implications. The External affairs minister conveyed appreciation f...

April 9, 2026 11:26 AM

India, Bangladesh discuss ways to deepen ties, review defence cooperation

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Bangladesh Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman in New Delhi on Wednesday, where the two sides discussed ways to strengthen bilateral ties and exchanged views on regional and global developments, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said. Bangladesh Prime Minister’s Adviser on Foreign Affairs Humayun Kabir was also present during the meeting. Jaishankar reiterated India’s desire to engage constructively with the new government in Dhaka and further ...

April 6, 2026 12:48 PM

India supports ongoing efforts to stop war: Iran after EAM Jaishankar-Araghchi talks

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar received a phone call from his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, on Sunday, during which the two discussed recent developments in West Asia amid ongoing regional tensions. In a post on X, the EAM said, “Received a call from Foreign Minister @araghchi of Iran. Discussed the present situation.” He, however, did not elaborate on the specifics of the conversation. In a statement, the Iranian Foreign Ministry said, “India’s Foreign Minister, ...

March 26, 2026 10:09 AM

Jaishankar to attend G7 Foreign Ministers’ meet in France on March 26–27

India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will visit Abbaye des-Vaux-de-Cernay on March 26 and 27, 2026, to participate in the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting with partner countries, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a statement today. The visit comes at the invitation of France’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Jean-Noël Barrot. On the sidelines of the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, Jaishankar is also expected to hold bilateral discussions with his counterpa...

January 13, 2026 12:01 PM

India launches logo, website for BRICS Presidency 2026: Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Tuesday attended the launch of the official website and logo of India’s BRICS Presidency 2026. Jaishankar said India’s BRICS chairship would work towards promoting greater global welfare as the grouping has expanded its scope over the years. He said, “India’s BRICS chairship will seek to bring together the potential of BRICS countries for greater global welfare. As India prepares to assume the BRICS chairship in 2026, we do so at an important ...

January 2, 2026 2:43 PM

India among few ancient civilisations to emerge as modern nation-state: EAM Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Friday said India is among the very few ancient civilisations in the world that have survived, adapted and evolved into a major modern nation-state, giving the country a deep historical continuity that most nations do not possess. Speaking at the launch of IIT Madras Global and the inaugural session of the institute’s annual technical festival Shaastra at IIT Madras, Jaishankar said India’s civilisational journey provides it with a unique global pe...