Randhir Jaiswal

November 26, 2025 9:05 PM

Pakistan has no moral standing to lecture others, says MEA on flag hoisting at Ayodhya

India on Wednesday strongly rebuked Pakistan over its remarks on the flag hoisting at the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya, stating that Islamabad has no moral authority to lecture other countries given its record of bigotry, repression, and systemic mistreatment of minorities. Addressing a weekly media briefing, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said Pakistan should focus on its own human rights record rather than issuing “hypocritical homilies.” He added, �...

November 12, 2025 12:29 PM

India rejects Pakistan’s “baseless” allegations over Islamabad terror attack

India on Tuesday dismissed the “baseless and unfounded” allegations made by Pakistan’s leadership following a terror attack in Islamabad and Wana. Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had blamed India for the incidents without offering any evidence. In response, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, “India unequivocally rejects the baseless and unfounded allegations being made by an obviously delirious Pakistani leadership. It is a predictable tactic by Pakistan to concoct false nar...

October 30, 2025 5:10 PM

We are committed to sovereignty of Afghanistan: India slams Pakistan over border tensions

India on Thursday slammed Pakistan for border tensions with Afghanistan, calling it "unacceptable" and reprimanding Pakistan for practising cross-border terrorism with impunity. Addressing a media briefing, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal reaffirmed India’s full support for Afghanistan’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and independence. “I reiterate what I had said in my last briefing — Pakistan is infuriated with Afghanistan exercising sovereignty o...

October 16, 2025 10:08 PM

No phone call took place between PM Modi and Trump: MEA rejects US President’s claim

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday said that no phone call took place between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump on Wednesday, rejecting the US President’s claim that the two leaders had spoken. When asked about Trump’s statement that India would stop buying Russian oil, MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal clarified, “On the question of whether there was a conversation or a telephone call between Prime Minister Modi and President Trump - I am not aware...

September 26, 2025 8:59 PM

‘Our stand on Kashmir is very clear’: MEA after Turkish President’s UNGA remarks

India on Friday firmly restated its position on Jammu and Kashmir, making it clear that the matter is strictly bilateral and does not require involvement from outside parties. The response came after Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan raised the Kashmir issue during the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Addressing the media, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal highlighted that New Delhi's approach has not altered. "Our stand on the Kash...

September 26, 2025 8:55 PM

‘Closely monitoring, examining impact’: MEA on 100% US tariffs on branded pharma imports from Oct 1

The Ministry of External Affairs on Friday said that India is closely monitoring the impact of US President Donald Trump's announcement to impose tariffs of up to 100% on imports of branded and patented pharmaceutical drugs, effective from October 1, 2025. In a weekly briefing, MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that relevant ministries and departments are monitoring the situation and examining its potential effects. "We saw a notice yesterday on social media that talked about new tariffs. ...

September 26, 2025 7:42 PM

2,417 Indian nationals have been deported or repatriated from US since January 2025: MEA

The Ministry of External Affairs on Friday said that 2,417 Indian nationals have been deported or repatriated from the United States since January 2025. During the weekly media briefing, MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal reiterated India's firm stance against illegal migration, emphasising commitment to promoting legal pathways for migration. "The number of deportations that have happened from the United States since January; 2417 Indian nationals are deported or repatriated from the United Sta...

September 26, 2025 6:51 PM

‘Factually incorrect, entirely baseless’: India rejects NATO chief’s claim on PM Modi-Putin phone call

India on Friday firmly dismissed remarks made by NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte on a purported conversation between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin as "factually incorrect and entirely baseless." The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) clarified that no such discussion had ever taken place and urged NATO leadership to act with greater caution. India criticised the remarks after Rutte suggested that PM Modi had sought clarifications from Putin on Russia's war...

September 10, 2025 11:44 AM

India expresses concern over Israeli strikes in Qatar, calls for restraint

India on Tuesday expressed concern over reports of Israeli airstrikes in Doha, Qatar, urging all parties to exercise restraint and prioritise diplomacy to prevent further escalation in the region. In an official statement, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, “We have seen reports about the Israeli strikes in Doha earlier today. We are deeply concerned by this development and its impact on the security situation in the region.” The statement comes amid heig...

August 5, 2025 12:19 AM

MEA defends India’s oil imports from Russia; calls US, EU criticism ‘unjustified, unreasonable’

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Monday defended India’s continued import of oil from Russia amid criticism from the United States and the European Union (EU), terming such objections “unjustified and unreasonable.” Responding to questions over energy trade with Russia since the commencement of the Ukraine conflict, the MEA clarified that India's imports are meant to ensure predictable and affordable energy costs to the Indian consumer. They are a necessity compelled by global ma...