India's Ministry of External Affairs rejected criticism from a US lawmaker regarding proposed amendments to the foreign funding law, stating it is an internal matter for Parliament.
An India-flagged cargo vessel, the MSV Faize Noore Oliya, sank in the Red Sea off Yemen's western coast on August 4 after being hit by a projectile. All 14 crew members were rescued safely by the Yemeni Coast Guard.
An Indian-flagged vessel, MSV Faize Noore Oliya, sank off the coast of Yemen after being hit by a projectile, with all 14 crew members safely rescued. Officials condemned the unprovoked attack amid escalating risks to Red Sea shipping routes.
India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) condemned the recent local elections in Pakistan-Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoK) as a 'complete farce', citing violence, intimidation, and repression by Pakistani forces, which have killed at least 90 civilians since June.
India's Ministry of External Affairs condemned the reported demolition of the 125-year-old Gurdwara Sri Guru Singh Sabha Sahib in Farooqabad, Pakistan, calling it a targeted act of vandalism and urging Islamabad to bring perpetrators to justice and restore the shrine.
India's Foreign Ministry clarifies that a passport is not proof of citizenship, sparking social media debate. Meanwhile, Amazon announces a $48 billion investment in India by 2030, and PM Modi offers aid to Venezuela after earthquakes.
Kuwait International Airport was targeted by Iranian drones, causing significant damage to a passenger terminal, killing one Indian national, and injuring at least 63 others. Kuwait's defense ministry shot down numerous missiles and drones. The Ministry of External Affairs condemned the attack, calling for an end to such violence.
India's Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that participation in the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) is significant due to proactively developing bilateral ties with Russia, particularly in economic and trade areas.
India's MEA defended press freedom and human rights amid questions during PM Modi's Norway visit, citing the country's scale and complexity and criticizing 'ignorant NGOs'. A Norwegian journalist claimed Modi avoided her question, referencing India's low press freedom ranking.
India marked the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor, a decisive response to Pakistan-sponsored cross-border terrorism following the deadly Pahalgam attack. The Ministry of External Affairs stated the world recognized the attack and India's right to self-defense. The operation successfully targeted terror launchpads, demonstrating India's commitment to combating terrorism.
India's Ministry of External Affairs announces the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra for June-August 2026, the second successive year since China reopened it following troop disengagement in eastern Ladakh. Twenty batches of 50 yatris each will travel through two routes: Uttarakhand via Lipulekh Pass and Sikkim via Nathu La, with selection through a computer-generated, gender-balanced process.
India has strongly condemned the "terrorist attacks" in Mali, extending condolences to victims and expressing solidarity with the nation. The Ministry of External Affairs also mourned the death of Mali's Defence Minister in the assault. This coordinated militant offensive, the largest in over a decade, has significantly worsened security, despite Russian support for the military government.
India confirmed on April 17 it is conducting a formal review of Bangladesh's extradition request for former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, who fled to India in August 2024 after her government fell to protesters. This marks a significant shift from India's previous non-committal stance, as Delhi seeks to balance its legal obligations with maintaining stable relations with Bangladesh's new government.
