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First shipment of 2,500 MT of wheat from India reaches Jalalabad

The shipment was part of the commitment made by the government of India to supply 50,000 metric tonnes of wheat for the people of Afghanistan

Russia-Ukraine conflict: Opposition attacks govt on evacuation strategy

Some Congress leaders also demanded that India should take a firm stand and "unequivocally condemn" Russia's action

More than 10 Karnataka students stranded in Ukraine, says CM Bommai

The Embassy has been contacted and it has been learnt that priority is given to their safety. We are doing everything for their safety and we are in touch with the central government also: Bommai

No progress on issues flagged in UNSC resolution: Jaishankar on Afghanistan

The international community and not just India has concerns over the presence of foreign fighters and terrorist organisations in Afghanistan, said External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar

Time for India to step up support to its neighbours, says Jaishankar

Speaking at the Asia Economic Dialogue via video conferencing, he cited the Indian government's efforts to deal with the Covid pandemic, saying free rations were given to 800 million people

Will not agree to any change in status quo: EAM on eastern Ladakh standoff

Jaishankar said achieving disengagement is the goal right now and that he was optimistic about the resolution of the issues

India's relations with China going through 'difficult phase': Jaishankar

Jaishankar said that the state of the border will determine the state of the relationship

Air India to operate three flights from India to Ukraine next week

The flights will be operated on February 22, 24 and 26

EAM Jaishankar extends greetings to Gambia on its independence day

The Gambia has a small but vibrant Indian community of about 1,600 people, mostly businessmen and traders.

Jaishankar to visit Germany and France from Feb 18 to 23, says MEA

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will pay a six-day visit to Germany and France beginning Friday. Making an announcement on the two-nation visit, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday that Jaishankar will participate in the Munich Security Conference in Germany besides other engagements. From Germany, Jashankar will travel to France where he will hold bilateral talks with his French counterpart Jean-Yves Le Drian, MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said at a media briefing. He will also attend an EU ministerial meeting on the Indo-Pacific.

Ukraine: Govt sets up control room for Indians; looks at increasing flights

It said the Ukrainian International Airlines, Air Arabia, Fly Dubai and Qatar Airways are operating flights at present from Ukraine

Govt reportedly working on increasing flights between India and Ukraine

Earlier, Indian Embassy in Ukraine asked its citizens, particularly students whose stay is not essential, to leave Kyiv temporarily

Jaishankar to attend Quad Foreign Ministers' meet in Australia on Feb 11

The EAM will participate in the 4th Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting on February 11 in Melbourne, along with the Foreign Ministers of Australia, Japan and the United States

PM Modi to host first India-Central Asia Summit virtually on January 27

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will host the first India-Central Asia Summit in a virtual format on January 27, the Ministry of External Affairs announced on Wednesday.

Jaishankar holds talks with Lanka; Indian projects to boost Lankan economy

S Jaishankar held talks with Sri Lankan Finance Minister Basil Rajapaksa and discussed projects and investment plans by India that would strengthen the economy of the island nation.

Jaishankar speaks with counterparts from Japan, Netherlands, Brazil

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday spoke with his counterparts from Japan, the Netherlands, Argentina and Brazil separately and reviewed bilateral ties as well as discussed key issues, including Covid challenges. In a tweet, Jaishankar said he had a good conversation with the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands, Wopke Hoekstra. "Wished him a fast recovery from Covid. And a Happy New Year. Discussed our bilateral cooperation, EU and Indo-Pacific," Jaishankar tweeted. They also exchanged views on celebrating the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries, he said. On his discussion with Jaishankar, Hoekstra said on Twitter, "Good to speak with @DrSJaishankar. This year, we celebrate 75 years of diplomatic relations, a great milestone. We spoke about our strong bilateral agenda, EU cooperation & developments in the region." "I look forward to further strengthening our excellent bilateral relations," the Dutch

Shringla leaves for Myanmar; to hold talks with leaders, civil society

The powerful State Administration Council (SAC) is headed by General Min Aung Hlaing

India committed to free and open Indo-Pacific, says S Jaishankar

The external affairs minister was speaking at the India-Japan Indo-Pacific Forum

India seeks cooperation with Central Asia to help Afghanistan

The Indian government is concerned about how Taliban rule could impact security in the region, especially in India's restive northern state of Jammu and Kashmir

Jaishankar welcomes Tajikistan FM, says looking forward to our talks

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Saturday welcomed Tajikistan foreign minister Sirojiddin Muhriddin, who is on a three-day visit to India