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May 26, 2026 10:07 AM

India to host Quad Foreign Ministers’ meeting in New Delhi today

India will host the Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in New Delhi today, bringing together top diplomats from Australia, Japan and the United States to discuss regional and global issues and strengthen cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region. The meeting will be held at the invitation of External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit New Delhi to participate in the mini...

May 14, 2026 5:09 PM

EAM Jaishankar calls for stronger BRICS cooperation amid global uncertainty, pushes for UN reforms

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Thursday called for stronger cooperation among BRICS nations to address growing geopolitical and economic instability, asserting that the world is witnessing a “convergence of challenges” that is testing the resilience of multilateral systems. Delivering India’s national statement at the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in New Delhi, EAM Jaishankar said conflicts, climate events, economic disruptions and the lingering impact of the COVID-19 pan...

May 14, 2026 12:34 PM

Growing expectation for BRICS to play ‘constructive, stabilising role’ amid global uncertainty: EAM Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Thursday said there is a growing expectation among emerging markets and developing nations that BRICS will play a “constructive and stabilising role” amid global conflicts, economic uncertainty, and challenges related to trade, technology, climate change, and security. Jaishankar made the remarks while delivering the opening address at the two-day BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting being held at Bharat Mandapam under India’s 2026 chairship of the...

May 12, 2026 9:14 PM

India to host BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on May 14-15

India will host the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on May 14 and 15 under its chairship of the bloc, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Tuesday. The meeting will be chaired by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and will see participation from foreign ministers and heads of delegation from BRICS member and partner countries. The delegates are also scheduled to call on Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the visit. According to the ministry, the foreign ministers of BRICS...

May 12, 2026 12:05 PM

EAM Jaishankar inaugurates ‘Shunya to Ananta’ exhibition at UN, highlights India’s global contribution to mathematics

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Monday inaugurated the exhibition “From Shunya to Ananta” at the United Nations headquarters in New York, highlighting India’s historic contribution to mathematics and its enduring influence on global scientific thought. Addressing the exhibition, Jaishankar said the global spread of mathematics reflects the interconnectedness of civilizations, while noting that many foundational ideas originated in India. He emphasized that the history of scient...

April 23, 2026 3:08 PM

EAM Jaishankar launches logo, theme and website for 4th India-Africa Forum Summit, highlights future-focused partnership

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Thursday launched the logo, theme and official website for the fourth edition of the India-Africa Forum Summit (IAFS-IV), marking a key step towards strengthening India’s partnership with African nations. The launch event was attended by African ambassadors and stakeholders associated with India-Africa cooperation, underscoring the growing depth of ties between the two sides. Speaking on the occasion, EAM Jaishankar said the upcoming summit would sh...

March 27, 2026 12:47 PM

EAM Jaishankar meets Canadian, German counterparts at G7; focus on trade, IMEC, West Asia conflict and global reforms

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a series of high-level bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in France, engaging with counterparts from Canada and Germany while also addressing key global challenges. EAM Jaishankar met Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand, with discussions centred on strengthening India-Canada ties across multiple sectors, including trade, critical minerals, agriculture, and education. The two leaders also exchanged views on th...

March 20, 2026 11:57 AM

EAM Jaishankar, Israeli counterpart Gideon Sa’ar discuss West Asia conflict

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a telephonic conversation with his Israeli counterpart Gideon Sa'ar on Thursday to discuss the ongoing conflict in West Asia and its wider repercussions. Following the call, Jaishankar said in a post on X, “Had a telecon with FM Gideon Saar of Israel this evening. Exchanged views on the ongoing West Asia conflict and its many repercussions.” The conversation comes amid heightened tensions in the region following strikes by the United States and ...

March 18, 2026 10:39 AM

EAM Jaishankar pushes stronger India-EU ties and early trade pact during his Brussels visit

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held wide-ranging discussions with top European Union leaders during his two-day visit to Brussels, focusing on strengthening strategic ties, expediting a free trade agreement, and addressing pressing global challenges. The visit, held from March 15-16 at the invitation of Kaja Kallas, High Representative of the European Union, came shortly after the India-EU Summit and reflected renewed high-level engagement between India and the bloc. Meetings with top...

March 16, 2026 5:08 PM

No fuel dry-outs reported in India; crude stocks adequate, LPG supply under monitoring: Government

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on Monday assured that fuel supplies across India remain stable, with adequate crude oil availability and no reports of dry-outs at petrol pumps or LPG distributorships. In response to US and Israeli attacks, Iran has shut the Strait of Hormuz, a key maritime chokepoint through which about 20% of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas supplies pass. Speaking at an inter-ministerial press briefing, Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary in the ministry, sa...