India’s External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar, strongly defended India’s foreign policy decisions while addressing concerns raised by European nations over New Delhi’s continued engagement with Russia. Speaking during an official visit to Finland, the minister underscored India’s commitment to safeguarding its national interests and challenged what he described as inconsistent standards applied by some Western...
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MEA Defends India’s Democratic Record After Tense Exchange With Norwegian Journalists During PM Modi’s Europe Tour
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ongoing Europe tour triggered a diplomatic and media controversy after a tense exchange unfolded between senior Indian diplomat Sibi George and Norwegian journalists during an official press briefing in Oslo. The confrontation centered around questions regarding press freedom, human rights, and the Prime Minister’s decision not to take questions from reporters...
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Pakistan and Turkey Differ on Nature of Delhi Car Blast; Disparate Diplomatic Reactions Spark Tensions
The recent car blast in Delhi and a subsequent explosion in Islamabad have triggered divergent diplomatic responses from Pakistan and Turkey, underscoring sensitivities in regional relations and the politicisation of terror-related incidents. Pakistan’s Response to Delhi Incident While Indian authorities treat the explosion near the historic landmark in Delhi as a major security breach and...