Browsing Category
Governance
India shreds US remarks on human rights, calling the report biased
"We attach no value to it and urge you to do the same,” said Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal on Thursday.
Nirmala Sitharaman reveals intent to revive electoral bonds
Sitharaman hints at BJP's plan to revive electoral bonds post-Supreme Court decision, sparking Congress criticism over alleged intent to sustain corruption.
Will continue to work for welfare of people, says former Foreign Secretary Shringla
Talking about the Siliguri corridor, Shringla said this part of the country was in a position to benefit from PM Modi’s focus on transforming the North East.
17 Indian sailors on cargo ship seized by Iran safe, not under arrest
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke to his Iranian counterpart H Amirabdollahian and pressed for the release of the 17 Indians.
India calls for Security Council reform reflecting UN’s geographical
Ambassador Kamboj said that the international community acknowledges the fact that the present structure of the Security Council is not reflective of contemporary realities and that there is an urgent need to reform it.
Oil prices will go up if tensions continue to rise in Middle East, says Jaishankar
“This is going to translate into import costs, shipping costs, insurance costs, energy costs, and again oil prices will go up,” he said during an interaction with senior editors in Bengaluru.
India fastest-growing economy during last three financial years: Nirmala Sitharaman
The Union finance minister said the next 25 years will be critical for India and that foreign investors are coming to invest due to the credibility of its economy.
India, UK discuss prioritising extradition requests, accelerating MLA action
Several Indian fugitives, including Vijay Mallya, Nirav Modi, and Sanjay Bhandari, along with Punjab separatists and wanted terrorist sympathizers, are based in the United Kingdom, where extradition efforts by Indian agencies are underway.…
Jaishankar discusses release of Indians on seized ship with Iranian FM
On Saturday, the Iranian military seized the cargo ship MSC Aries, which allegedly has Israeli links, near the Strait of Hormuz. The vessel was carrying 17 Indian crew members.
‘Seriously concerned’: India on escalating hostilities between Israel, Iran
New Delhi said its embassies in the region are in close touch with the Indian community in the region.
India relocates staff in Myanmar in view of precarious security situation: MEA
External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India is closely monitoring the security situation in that country.
Rajnath defends electoral bonds scheme, says ‘we do not have any regrets’
When asked about the Supreme Court's allegations of 'quid pro quo', Singh said, "If the Supreme Court has taken cognizance, let it decide... Whatever they decide, we'll accept it.
Jaishankar backs fencing of Myanmar border, says India must give priority to security
"The precautions we are taking now are in response to a certain situation. If things were normal in Myanmar, this would not have happened," he added.
Poll panel asks Centre to deploy 100 more companies of paramilitary forces in Bengal
Sources in the government said that the ECI's directive would be adhered to and the MHA has decided to withdraw a sizeable chunk of central forces from ethnic violence-hit Manipur for the fresh deployments.
Mohali DEO Ms. Jain ropes in Verka Dairy in its Voter Mobilisation initiative
Over 10 lakh milk product packages from Verka Mohali will deliver the message 'Your Vote, Your Voice! Mark Your Vote on 1st June, 2024'
Delay in release of NDRF aid to Karnataka not intentional : Sitharaman
She categorically rejected the narrative set by Congress saying that the people knew that Modi had fulfilled their aspirations.
Ignore spelling errors in voter names: EC to staff
Election Commission has issued a game-changing directive to state poll officers, urging them to look beyond minor clerical or spelling errors on voter I-cards.
PFC pays highest-ever Interim div. of Rs. 2033 crore to Union Govt. for FY’24
This adds up to Rs. 3630 Crores as interim dividend paid by PFC to its shareholder in 3 quarters of the FY'24
Tech can play big role in agri, education, health: PM Modi in interaction with Bill Gates
Digital public infrastructure is required, the prime minister said, with Gates adding that India is leading the way.
‘Unwarranted, unacceptable’: India responds to US remarks on Arvind Kejriwal’s…
Ministry of External Affairs stated that remarks made by the United States regarding Arvind Kejriwal's arrest are "unwarranted," and a strong protest has been lodged.