Ministry Of External Affairs: News
India warns against non-essential Iran travel as protests intensify
The Indian government has issued a travel advisory for its citizens against non-essential travel to the Islamic Republic of Iran.
India expresses concern over Venezuela after Maduro's capture
India has expressed deep concern over the recent developments in Venezuela, after the United States forces captured President Nicolas Maduro in a raid and attack on Saturday.
Indian citizens urged to avoid all non-essential travel to Venezuela
The Indian government has advised its citizens to avoid all non-essential travel to Venezuela, following the recent developments in the South American country.
India, Pakistan exchange lists of prisoners, fishermen amid strained ties
India and Pakistan have exchanged lists of civil prisoners and fishermen in each other's custody.
'No third-party...': India rejects China's claim of mediating Pakistan truce
India has rejected China's claim that it mediated a ceasefire between New Delhi and Islamabad during the military conflict after the Pahalgam terror attack earlier this year.
'Your abysmal record...': India slams Pakistan on minorities charge
India has strongly rejected allegations by Pakistan on the treatment of minorities in its territory.
Lalit Modi apologizes to Indian government over 'fugitives' video
Former Indian Premier League (IPL) chairman, Lalit Modi, has extended his "deepest apologies" to the Indian government after a video of him partying with fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya went viral.
'Isolated incidents...': Bangladesh on India's concerns over Hindu persecution
Bangladesh has dismissed India's concerns over the safety of Hindu minorities, calling recent incidents "isolated criminal acts" and not systemic persecution.
Bangladesh: 71 blasphemy attacks target Hindus in 6 months
A report by the Human Rights Congress for Bangladesh Minorities (HRCBM) has revealed that at least 71 incidents of violence against Hindu minorities were recorded in Bangladesh between June and December 2025.
Saudi Arabia deported more Indians than US this year
In 2025, Saudi Arabia led the world in deporting Indians, with over 11,000 deportations.
Government reacts to Lalit Modi-Vijay Mallya's viral 'biggest fugitives' video
The Centre has responded to a viral video featuring Lalit Modi and Vijay Mallya, in which the former was seen bragging that they were "the biggest fugitives of India."
External Affairs Ministry condemns lynching of Hindu men in Bangladesh
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has strongly denounced the recent lynching of two Hindu men within a span of one week in Bangladesh.
Security-driven action on decorative structure: Thailand on Vishnu statue demolition
Thailand has issued a clarification regarding the demolition of a Lord Vishnu statue near the Thailand-Cambodia border, a day after India voiced concern over the incident.
Vishnu statue demolished at Thailand-Cambodia border, MEA reacts
India has condemned the demolition of a statue of Lord Vishnu at the Thailand-Cambodia border. Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), said that "such disrespectful acts hurt the sentiments of followers around the world."
India summons Bangladesh High Commissioner second time in week
The Indian government has summoned Bangladesh High Commissioner Riaz Hamidullah for the second time in a week.
India rejects 'misleading propaganda' over Bangladesh High Commission protest
India has dismissed certain reports in the Bangladeshi media that New Delhi tried to create a security situation over a protest outside the Bangladesh High Commission as "misleading propaganda."
India summons Bangladesh High Commissioner after threats to Dhaka mission
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has summoned the Bangladesh High Commissioner in New Delhi, Muhammad Riaz Hamidullah.
Jordan's Crown Prince drives Modi to museum as special gesture
Jordanian Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II personally drove Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the Jordan Museum in Amman on Tuesday.
How to check status of documents online
In India, checking document status online has become much easier, thanks to the digital revolution.
India, Georgia strengthen ties during 8th Foreign Office Consultations
India and Georgia held the eighth round of their Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) in Tbilisi.
First pictures of Luthra brothers in Thai police's custody surface
Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, the co-owners or licensees of a nightclub in Goa where a devastating fire killed 25 people, were detained in Thailand on Thursday.
MEA warns Indians traveling to China: Here's why
Ministry of External (MEA) has issued a warning for Indians planning to travel to China or transiting through Chinese airports.
You can apply for Chinese visa online from December 22
The Chinese Embassy in India is set to introduce an online visa application system on December 22, 2025.
Hyderabad House, once Nizam's palace, now stage for Modi-Putin summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is hosting Russian President Vladimir Putin at the iconic Hyderabad House in Delhi.
'Ridiculous': India after Pakistan claims Sri Lanka aid flight blocked
India has rejected Pakistan's allegation of delaying overflight clearance for an aid flight to Sri Lanka, calling the claim "ridiculous."
Pakistan ridiculed for sending 'expired' flood relief to Sri Lanka
Pakistan's attempt to send aid to Sri Lanka has backfired after the High Commission in Colombo posted pictures of the relief packages with labels showing expiry dates of October 2024.
'Like Osama preaching peace...': BJP slams Pakistan's Ram temple remarks
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has slammed Pakistan for its comments on the flag-hoisting ceremony at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.
India responds after Arunachal woman harassed at Shanghai airport
India has lodged a strong protest with China after an Indian woman from Arunachal Pradesh was detained at Shanghai airport.
What India said after Shanghai officials told Arunachali she's Chinese
A woman of Indian origin, Prema Thongdok, was allegedly detained for 18 hours at Shanghai Pudong Airport due to her passport listing Arunachal Pradesh as her birthplace.
Why India is unlikely to return Sheikh Hasina to Bangladesh
Bangladesh has requested India to extradite former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina after a court in Dhaka sentenced Hasina to death for crimes against humanity over her government's crackdown on student-led protests last year.
'Remain vigilant...': India issues advisory as Iran halts visa-free entry
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has issued a travel advisory for its citizens traveling to Iran.
Celina Jaitly's soldier brother detained in the UAE?
Former Bollywood actor Celina Jaitly has approached the Delhi High Court for help with her brother, Major (Retd.) Vikrant Kumar Jaitly, who has been detained in the UAE since September 2024.
Divorced mother can renew kids' passports without father's consent: HC
In a landmark ruling, the Gujarat High Court has allowed a divorced woman to renew her children's passports without their estranged father's consent.
EU sanctions 3 Indian firms over alleged Russian military links
The European Union (EU) has imposed sanctions on three Indian companies, along with 42 others from different countries, for their alleged links to Russia's military.
Afghan minister holds second presser in India, invites women journalists
Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi held a second press conference in New Delhi on Sunday, inviting women journalists after facing backlash for their absence in his first presser.
IndiGo to launch daily direct flights between Delhi and Guangzhou
IndiGo, India's leading low-cost carrier, has announced the launch of daily direct flights between Delhi and Guangzhou, China.
Taliban says no women journalists at Muttaqi's presser 'unintentional'
The absence of female journalists at a press conference addressed by Taliban leader and Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi in New Delhi was unintentional, an Afghan Taliban spokesperson told CNN-News18.
'Terrorists targeting Jaffar Express were proxies of India': Pakistan minister
Pakistan Railways Minister Hanif Abbasi has blamed India for a series of attacks on the Jaffar Express train.
Canada PM Carney credits Trump for 'peace' between India, Pakistan
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has credited United States President Donald Trump with bringing peace between India and Pakistan.
Indian man fighting for Russian military captured by Ukrainian forces
Ukraine's 63rd Mechanized Brigade has claimed to have captured an Indian national, Majoti Sahil Mohamed Hussein.
India, China to soon resume direct flights after 5-year suspension
India and China are set to resume direct flight services later this month, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has announced.
India, China to resume direct flights starting this month
India and China have agreed to resume direct flights, marking a major step toward normalizing bilateral relations.
Who is Petal Gahlot, India's UN diplomat who schooled Pakistan
Petal Gahlot, First Secretary at India's Permanent Mission to the United Nations, has become a prominent figure in India's diplomatic rebuttal against Pakistan.
Rijiju backs ex-diplomat, rebuts Kharge's H1-B criticism
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju has cited former Foreign Secretary Kanwal Sibal's comments on the Donald Trump administration's H1-B visa policy to counter Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge.
Indian Embassy in US issues emergency number for H-1B concerns
The Indian Embassy in the US has issued an emergency assistance number for Indian nationals.
Sikh organizations urge Centre to reconsider Pakistan pilgrimage travel ban
Sikh organizations and political parties are urging the Indian government to reconsider its decision on pilgrimage travel to Nankana Sahib, Pakistan.
PM Modi to address nation at 5pm on Sunday
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation on Sunday, September 21, at 5:00pm.
US clarifies $100,000 H-1B fee applies only to new applicants
The White House has clarified that the recently announced $100,000 (over ₹88 lakh) fee for H-1B visa applications will only apply to new applicants.
'Attack on one...attack on both': Saudi, Pakistan ink defense pact
Saudi Arabia and Pakistan have signed a "Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement," which states that any aggression against one country shall be considered aggression against both.
Khalistani outfit SFJ threatens 'siege' of Indian Consulate in Vancouver
The Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), a United States-based Khalistani group, has threatened to "siege" the Indian Consulate in Vancouver on Thursday.
'India remains…': Modi on Sushila Karki becoming Nepal's interim PM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Sushila Karki on her appointment as the interim Prime Minister of Nepal.