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EAM Jaishankar, U.S. Secretary of State Blinken hold talks ahead of '2+2' dialogue

India-U.S. '2+2' dialogue held Nov 10: EAM Jaishankar, U.S. Secretary of State Blinken, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh & Lloyd Austin discuss strategic, defence & tech issues, progress futuristic roadmap for partnership, review regional issues & exchange views on Quad.

The Hindu · Nov 10, 2023

Explained | The Agartala-Akhaura rail link

India-Bangladesh rail link re-establishes connectivity, reduces travel time. Project funded by Indian govt. & MEA, facilitated by NFR. Benefits incl. small-scale industries, tourism, quicker import/export. Pandemic has added vigour to rail initiatives & other connectivity projects.

The Hindu · Nov 9, 2023

India files appeal against death penalty to 8 former Navy personnel in Qatar

The eight former Indian Navy personnel were on October 26 given death sentence by Qatar’s Court of First Instance. India described the ruling as “deeply” shocking and vowed to explore all legal options in the case.

The Hindu · Nov 9, 2023

Bhutan King to visit India amid fresh momentum in China boundary talks

Bhutan King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck will begin an eight-day visit to India on Friday, a trip that comes amid renewed push by Bhutan and China for an early settlement of their lingering boundary dispute.

The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023

Bhutan King Wangchuck to begin eight-day India visit on November 3

Bhutan King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck will begin a eight-day visit to India on November 3, the Ministry of External Affairs said. “External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and senior officials of the government will call on the King of Bhutan,” the MEA said.

The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023

Jaishankar meets families of eight Indians detained in Qatar, assures efforts on to secure release

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday met with the families of eight Indians detained in Qatar and assured them that the government will make all efforts to secure their release.

Dynamite News · Oct 30, 2023

Pursue all legal, political options in Qatar case: experts

India must pursue all efforts, including political appeals at highest levels, to ensure Naval veterans accused of espionage are brought back. India can leverage strategic ties with Qatar, including Defence Cooperation Agreement, training slots, DIMDEX, to pursue case. Royal pardon possible.

The Hindu · Oct 27, 2023

Eight former Indian Navy officers get death penalty in Qatar

MEA "deeply shocked" by Qatar court's death sentence for 8 former Indian Navy officials; exploring all legal options. Awaiting detailed judgement; will take up verdict with Qatari authorities, says MEA

The Hindu · Oct 26, 2023

After U.S., U.K., Australia, Five eyes member New Zealand too criticises India on order expelling Canadian diplomats

New Zealand joins other "five eyes" nations in expressing "concern" over India's demand for 41 Canadian diplomats to leave or face revocation of diplomatic immunity. NZ expects all states to uphold Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, which India denies violating.

The Hindu · Oct 26, 2023

After U.K., U.S. expresses concern over departure of Canadian diplomats from India

U.K., U.S. express concern over Canada's 41 diplomats leaving India; U.K. disagrees with Indian govt decisions, U.S. stresses need for diplomats on ground; MEA rejects any violation of Vienna Convention, insists on diplomatic parity.

The Hindu · Oct 21, 2023