AIMIM MP Asaduddin Owaisi raised concerns in the government regarding the release of 69 Indians detained by the Russian Army. He inquired whether India would cease purchasing Russian oil in response to the deaths of Indians during the Ukraine conflict. EAM S. Jaishankar addressed the Lok Sabha on this matter and responded to Owaisi's questions.
10 August,2024 01:32 PM IST
EAM Dr S Jaishankar is scheduled to pay an official visit to the Maldives from August 09 to 11. The visit aims to strengthen the partnership between the two countries following strained ties with the island country in January. Post his visit in Jan 2023, this is EAM’s first visit to the island after taking charge of the office for the second term. Bilateral tension soared between the nations after President Mizzu demanded removal of 88 Indian military personnel from Maldives.The tension further escalated after 3 Maldivian Dy ministers made derogatory comments against PM Modi over his Lakshadweep visit. On June 09, this year, Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu paid a visit to India for the swearing in ceremony of the new Cabinet. EAM Jaishankar’s will focus on strengthening bilateral relationships and propelling India’s ‘Neighbourhood first policy.
09 August,2024 07:51 PM IST
On August 6, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar spoke on the Bangladesh protest. He revealed what actually happened on 5th of August and how ex PM Sheikh Hasina resigned. He briefed the Rajya Sabha about the situation in Bangladesh. He explained that on August 5, people gathered in Dhaka despite a curfew. After meeting with security leaders, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina decided to step down. She urgently requested permission to come to India and also asked for flight clearance from Bangladeshi officials. We approved her request quickly, and she arrived in Delhi the previous evening. Watch the video for more.
06 August,2024 05:18 PM IST
On July 28, during the unveiling of Mahatma Gandhi's bust in Edogawa, Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar spoke about Gandhi’s impact. He noted that in a world filled with conflict, Gandhi’s message of non-violence is crucial. Jaishankar emphasized that the new statue and park named after Gandhi symbolize a commitment to strengthening ties between India and Japan. He reminded everyone that Gandhi believed solutions come not from battlefields but through peace. With ongoing global tensions and violence, Jaishankar stressed that Gandhi’s message is as relevant today as it was 80 years ago, underscoring the need for peaceful resolutions. Watch video for more.
28 July,2024 06:10 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
