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August 26, 2025 10:37 PM

India, Kuwait discuss trade, energy, defence and people-to-people ties at FOC meet

India and Kuwait held the seventh round of Foreign Office Consultations in New Delhi on Tuesday, where the two sides reviewed bilateral ties and explored ways to further strengthen their strategic partnership across multiple sectors, including political, trade, investment, defence, energy, culture, and people-to-people exchanges. The consultations were co-chaired by Aseem Mahajan, Additional Secretary (Gulf) in the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), and Ambassador Sameeh Essa Johar Hayat, ...

August 13, 2025 3:22 PM

Kuwait Introduces Visa-on-Arrival for All GCC Residents, Easing Travel for Indian Expats

In a move to boost regional connectivity, Kuwait has introduced a visa-on-arrival (VoA) facility for all residents holding valid residency permits in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman. Effective immediately, expatriates can obtain a one-month tourist visa upon arrival at Kuwait International Airport or other entry points, provided their GCC residence permit is valid for at least six months. Previously restricted to select profess...

May 27, 2025 7:20 PM

Indian all-party delegation concludes visit to Kuwait, highlights united stand against terrorism

An all-party delegation from India, led by Member of Parliament Baijayant Panda, concluded a two-day visit to Kuwait aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and reinforcing India’s unified approach against terrorism. Kuwait was the second stop in the delegation’s four-nation diplomatic outreach following a visit to Bahrain. The visit comes in the wake of the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which the Indian side described as a deliberate attempt to disrupt peace and d...

April 18, 2025 11:33 AM

Kuwait backs India for UN Security Council seat

Kuwait's Permanent Representative to the United Nations and Co-Chair of the Intergovernmental Negotiations (IGN), Tareq Albanai, has expressed support for India's bid for permanent membership in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). He referred to India as a "main player on the world stage" and emphasized that India would be a strong contender if the Council were to be expanded. Addressing a press briefing on the status of the UN General Assembly's Intergovernmental Negotiations on Securi...

December 23, 2024 10:15 AM

PM Modi concludes two-day visit to Kuwait, elevating bilateral relationship to a ‘Strategic Partnership’

Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his two-day official visit to Kuwait. Visiting Kuwait at the invitation of Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the Emir of the State of Kuwait, PM Modi held multiple engagements and held discussions to further deepen the India-Kuwait ties. PM Modi also interacted with Kuwaitian social media influencers who promote Yoga in the Gulf nation. The Prime Minister discussed cooperation in key sectors like pharmaceuticals, IT, FinTech and security with the E...

August 28, 2024 9:40 AM

Indian Ambassador meets new Ahmadi Governor in Kuwait, highlights community contributions

In a move to bolster diplomatic relations, India's Ambassador to Kuwait, Adarsh Swaika, met with Sheikh Humoud Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, the newly appointed Governor of Ahmadi Governorate on Tuesday. The meeting served as an opportunity for Ambassador Swaika to congratulate the Governor on his recent appointment and discuss the substantial contributions of the Indian community within the Governorate. The Indian Embassy in Kuwait announced the meeting via their official social media account, stat...

September 16, 2024 5:04 PM

EAM Jaishankar to visit Kuwait on August 18

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will undertake an official visit to Kuwait on August 18, as announced by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday. During his visit, Jaishankar is scheduled to meet with Kuwait’s Foreign Minister Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya and will also have engagements with other Kuwaiti leadership. The discussions will cover a range of topics including political, trade, investment, energy, security, cultural, consular, and people-to-people relations between the t...

September 16, 2024 6:03 PM

Interview with Dr. Adarsh Swaika, Ambassador to Kuwait on Hindi Radio Program

In a development for cultural diplomacy, Kuwait has launched a Hindi radio program on its national broadcasting network. This initiative has garnered attention not only from the Indian diaspora in Kuwait but also from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who spoke about this initiative in the 111th edition of his Mann Ki Baat radio program in June 2024. To discuss this remarkable step in Indo-Kuwaiti relations, we have with us today Dr. Adarsh Swaika, Ambassador of India to Kuwait. Prime Minister N...

September 16, 2024 6:35 PM

Plane carrying bodies of Indians killed in Kuwait building fire lands in Kochi

A special Indian Air Force aircraft carrying mortal remains of Indian victims in the fire incident in Kuwait arrived at the Cochin International Airport here on Friday. Union Minister of State Singh VK Singh who rushed to Kuwait on Thursday is onboard the flight carrying the bodies. Union Minister Suresh Gopi and Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan were among those who were present at the airport. Kerala Ministers Veena George, P Rajeev, K Rajan and Roshi Augustin were also present at the ...

September 16, 2024 6:35 PM

Kuwait fire tragedy: Special IAF Aircraft carrying bodies of 45 Indian victims taken off for Kochi

A special Indian Air Force C-130J aircraft carrying the mortal remains of 45 Indian victims from the tragic fire incident in Kuwait has taken off and is en route to Kochi. The aircraft is expected to arrive shortly at Cochin International Airport, where police forces and ambulances have been deployed in preparation for its arrival. Minister of State for External Affairs, Kirti Vardhan Singh, who coordinated closely with Kuwaiti authorities to ensure the swift repatriation of the deceased, is on...