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Kailash Mansarovar Yatra deadline: Check important dates, new prices and other details

The Ministry of External Affairs has announced the registration for the 2026 Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is open until May 19. Devotees must meet specific eligibility criteria, including Indian citizenship and a valid passport. The yatra offers two routes, Lipulekh Pass and Nathu La, with varying durations and costs.

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India rejects reports of citizens’ evacuation from UAE through Fujairah port

The Ministry of External Affairs has debunked media reports claiming an evacuation plan for Indian nationals via Fujairah port amid Middle East tensions. The government clarified that no such evacuation is being planned and urged the public to rely on official advisories to avoid misinformation.

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From Dubai to Bahrain, Indian passengers stuck as conflict escalates

Hundreds of south Indians have been stranded as the violence rages in the Middle East. State governments have been coordinating with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and have set up helplines to identify people in distress and offer support through local embassies and consulates. Most of the people who…

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Forget Studying Abroad? Why Indian Students Are Rejecting Foreign Universities (31% Drop!)

Recent government figures show a significant decline in the number of Indian students heading overseas for higher education. According to data shared by the Ministry of Education in Parliament, the number of Indians travelling abroad for studies fell from 9.08 lakh in 2023 to 6.26 lakh in 2025 - a…

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Convicted sex offender Epstein’s files show Anil Ambani was in touch over deals and govt issues

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Myanmar's top leader visits Indian Army Field Hospital in quake-hit Mandalay

The Ministry of External Affairs’ External Publicity Division released photographs of the Myanmarese General interacting with the patients, some of who were seen lying on the hospital beds with bandages. Read further on Dynamite News:

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India, US negotiating multi-sector Bilateral Trade Agreement: MEA

India and the US are in the process of advancing discussions on a multi-sector Bilateral Trade Agreement to strengthen two-way trade across all sectors, the Ministry of External Affairs said today. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Indian woman, 33, quietly executed in Abu Dhabi for infant’s murder

Family and Indian embassy officials learn of her execution as father pleads for updates on daughter's well-being

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UP woman executed in UAE for infant murder; Click for details...

According to reports, Shahzadi Khan who hailed from Banda district in Uttar Pradesh was executed on February 15. A must must read on Dynamite News:

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Qatar vows USD 10 billion investment in India

Following the visit of Qatar's Amir, Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, India and Qatar have taken a significant step forward in their bilateral relations. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Suresh K Reddy appointed as next Ambassador of India to Egypt

Ambassador Reddy who belongs to the 1991 batch of Indian Foreign Service (IFS) is presently serving as India's Ambassador to Brazil. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Working with US authorities for early extradition of Mumbai terror attack accused Tahawwur Rana: MEA

Spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs Randhir Jaiswal on Friday said that the Indian side was working with the US on procedural issues for early extradition of Tahawwur Rana to India. Read further on Dynamite News:

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India condemns strong protest over firing by Sri Lankan Navy at Indian fishermen

India summoned the Sri Lankan Acting High Commissioner today to lodge a strong protest over firing by the Sri Lankan Navy while apprehending Indian fishermen in which two Indian fishermen were injured. Read further on Dynamite News:

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India, Syria hold Foreign Office Consultations, discuss ways to deepen bilateral ties

The officials of India and Syria exchanged perspectives on important regional and global issues of mutual interest, according to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). Read further on Dynamite News:

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Foreign Secy to address parliamentary panel on India's ties with Canada, China

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri is likely to tomorrow brief the Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs on the issues concerning India's ties with Canada as also bilateral relations with China. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Dr Neena Malhotra becomes India's Ambassador to Sweden

Currently, Dr Neena Malhotra is serving as a Special Duty Officer in the Ministry of External Affairs. Read further on Dynamite News:

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'Biased with a political agenda': India rejects US Religious Freedom reports

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday rejected a report by the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF). Read further on Dynamite News:

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Indian mission’s Berlin project in limbo over faulty agreement: CAG cries foul

The Ministry of External Affairs had approved a proposal for nine homes for the Indian mission in Germany in 2011. But 13 years later, the project is in limbo, due to repeated changes in cost estimates and a failed agreement with a German firm, according to a Comptroller and Auditor…

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Interest of Bangladesh people foremost, hope for early restoration of law and order: MEA

India is concerned at the 'evolving' situation in Bangladesh in the aftermath of intense violence and Sheikh Hasina's resignation, the Ministry of External Affairs said, adding that the interest of the people of Bangladesh is foremost for New Delhi. Read further on Dynamite News:

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"One particular agreement on customs procedures...": MEA on India-New Zealand trade ties

In an effort to bolster trade ties, India and New Zealand are set to ink an agreement on customs procedures, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Thursday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Gopal Baglay appointed as India's next high commissioner to Nauru

Gopal Baglay has been appointed as India's next High Commissioner to Nauru, with residence in Canberra, the Ministry of External Affairs announced on Sunday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Vijay Khanduja appointed as India's next High Commissioner to Cameroon: MEA

Diplomat Vijay Khanduja is appointed as India's next High Commissioner to Cameroon, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Wednesday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Andhra Pradesh students in Kyrgyzstan are safe, says APNRTS official

In view of the violence against international students including those from India and Pakistan at Bishkek in Kyrgyzstan, the Andhra Pradesh Non-Resident Telugu Society (APNRT) has said it has received a directive from the State Government to constantly monitor the situation.

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Capacity building important component in India's defence, security engagement with Maldives: MEA

MEA spokesperson discusses India's defence engagement with Maldives, arrests in Canada, and other international relations in briefing.

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Indian missions assisting in repatriation of mortal remains of killed retired Col in Gaza: MEA

The Ministry of External Affairs on Wednesday said that Indian missions in the UN and in Israel are assisting in bringing back the mortal remains of Colonel Waibhav Anil Kale (Retd), who was killed in Gaza while working as a UN staffer. Read further on Dynamite News:

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