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Pak, China discuss Kashmir; underline need to settle disputes via dialogue

Pakistan and China exchanged views on the situation in Jammu and Kashmir

Jaishankar discusses preparations ahead of Sheikh Hasina's India visit

The External Affairs Minister is in Bangladesh on a three-day visit, his first to Bangladesh after taking over the charge of External Affairs Minister

Modi govt gave hope to people at lowest income level: S Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Thursday said that in the last five years Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government "gave hope" to people at the lowest income level.The union minister added that the NDA dispensation in its previous term successfully met with expectations of the youth."Look at the election results in India, people have analyzed it. It's very clear that a lot of program and efforts have brought change and gave hope to the people at the lowest income level of the society, with a very profound impact. And at the same time if you look at the younger demographics and more aspirational expectations, those have also been met," he said while addressing an event here.He underlined that Lok Sabha election results in India show that the Modi government kept alive and strengthened the "expectation of change" in the country."My Big take in elections is that the five years of the government has actually created, kept alive and perhaps even strengthened the ...

Jaishankar stresses on nationalism, says India has vision unlike earlier

Addressing a gathering of BJP supporters, the former foreign secretary praised Narendra Modi for his "vision of new India", stressing things were changing under his leadership

Jaypee homebuyers matter: SC asks Centre to come out with uniform proposal

The bench made the observation while hearing a plea which has sought that Jaypee Infratech Ltd be not sent into liquidation

India, China should respect core concerns, manage differences: Jaishankar

Jaishankar said India and China need to enhance communication and coordination to contribute to world peace, stability and development

"Certain problems" in SAARC: Jaishankar hints at Pakistan

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday drew a comparison between the two regional groups of SAARC and BIMSTEC, explaining that the former has "certain problems" while the latter has "possibility".The newly-minted minister's comment can be seen as a veiled reference to neighbouring Pakistan.The former diplomat credited the "energy" in BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) as the reason for inviting nation states for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's oath ceremony."SAARC has certain problems. I think we all know what it is, even if you were to put terrorism issue aside. There are issues related to connectivity and trade. If you look at why BIMSTEC leaders were invited for the PM's swearing-in because we see energy, mindset and possibility in it," he said at an event here.BIMSTEC member states were invited for the grand swearing-in ceremony in line with India's focus on the "Neighbourhood First" policy, while SAARC (South Asian

Former foreign secretary Subrahmanyam Jaishankar set to join Tata group

Jaishankar will join as the President of Global Corporate Affairs

MEA welcomes Jaishankar back, this time as Minister

The Ministry of External Affairs on Friday welcomed Subrahmanyam Jaishankar back to its folds, this time, as the External Affairs Minister."Welcome back! We are proud to have @DrSJaishankar as the new External Affairs Minister of India. #CabinetAnnouncement2019" External Affairs Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar tweeted.A surprise addition to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Union Cabinet, the 1977-batch IFS officer and Padma Shri awardee served as the Foreign Secretary for three years, from 2015 until his retirement in 2018, under the Modi-led NDA government.The External Affairs Ministry was previously headed by Sushma Swaraj, who opted out of contesting in the Lok Sabha elections citing her health. She spearheaded various rescue operations during her term, including those in Libya and Yemen. Swaraj was much-loved by people for being one of the most approachable ministers, known for hearing out and solving grievances on Twitter.Jaishankar is regarded as a close aide of Prime Minister Modi and

Ex-foreign secy Jaishankar joins Tata Sons as global corp affairs chief

Takes charge on May 1, report to N Chandrasekaran, executive chairman of Tata Sons

India-China ties will hinge on respect for core concerns, says Jaishankar

Making his first visit to China after taking over office, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held candid talks with top Chinese leaders

Jaishankar in China: 4 agreements signed to strengthen cultural ties

The two countries signed four agreements on cultural exchanges, healthcare, sports and cooperation in museum management, according to an official statement

Differences should not become disputes: Jaishankar tells China on Kashmir

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is on a crucial three-day visit to China

India-China relations should be a factor of stability, says Jaishankar

During his three-day visit, Jaishankar will hold talks with the Chinese leadership on a host of issues including finalisation of arrangements for President Xi's visit to India later this year

Jaishankar meets China V-P, discusses ways to strengthen bilateral ties

Jaishankar's visit comes amidst heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, whereby Islamabad, last week, had initiated a series of decisions, including downgrading bilateral relations with India

Top events today: RIL's 42nd AGM, Jaishankar's meet in China and more

From Reliance expecting to launch GigaFiber to Zomato partners' strike, Business Standard brings you top events that could make headlines today

Any discusstion on Kashmir will only be with Pakistan, says Jaishankar

Meanwhile, President Trump on Thursday said he would "certainly intervene" between India and Pakistan on Kashmir if they wanted him to

Any discussion on Kashmir will only be with Pakistan: Jaishankar to Pompeo

Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Pompeo on the sidelines of the second day of 9th East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers meet in Bangkok

Govt considering introduction of chip-enabled e-passports: Jaishankar to RS

In case anyone tampers with the chip, the system would be able to identify it resulting in the failure of the passport authentication.

Rajnath refutes Trump's Kashmir comment, says no question of any mediation

US President Donald Trump had on Monday claimed that Prime Minister Modi had asked him to play the role of a mediator on Kashmir