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India rejected Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide’s remarks on Kashmir, asserting that Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh are integral parts of India. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the international community should instead focus on alleged atrocities in PoK and cross-border terrorism

The Centre on Friday said it is aware of specific delays in Canadian visa processing, including applications from retired Indian government and former MEA officials who previously served in Canada. India and Canada remain engaged on the issue, Parliament was informed

India and China held the 36th WMCC meeting in New Delhi, discussing border management, LAC situation, boundary issues and trans-border cooperation. Both sides stressed maintaining peace, using diplomatic and military channels, and advancing mechanisms to resolve outstanding concerns

The MEA said six Indian ships carrying 125 seafarers remain west of the Strait of Hormuz, while 41 Indians are serving on foreign vessels in the region. India is closely monitoring their safety following recent attacks on merchant ships in Gulf waters

The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that an Indian national was killed in an attack on a commercial vessel in the Black Sea on July 18. India condemned the attack, expressed condolences and called for the protection of maritime navigation and global commerce

Four Indian seafarers were among 10 people killed after a merchant vessel was attacked off Ukraine's coast. India condemned the strike, called attacks on commercial shipping deplorable and said its mission in Ukraine was assisting the affected crew members.

India's Ministry of External Affairs strongly rejected Pakistan's statements regarding the life sentence handed to separatist leader Asiya Andrabi. The MEA stated that terror-sponsor Pakistan has no right to comment on India's internal judicial matters

President Droupadi Murmu will undertake state visits to Moldova, North Macedonia and Romania from July 19-25 to deepen bilateral ties and expand India's engagement with eastern Europe. The tour includes first-ever presidential visits to Moldova and North Macedonia and the first Romania visit in over three decades

Pune-based marine engineer Heramb Karmarkar, who went missing after the merchant vessel GFS Galaxy was attacked near Oman in the Strait of Hormuz, has been confirmed dead. His family urged the Centre to ensure his body is brought home with dignity.

The Ministry of External Affairs said an Indian passport is issued under the Passports Act to regulate the departure of Indian citizens after due verification, amid debate over whether the document can be used as proof of citizenship for electoral roll revision

India summoned Iranian diplomats after Iranian missile strikes on two UAE oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz killed an Indian seafarer and injured six others. The UAE condemned the attack, while India pledged assistance to affected citizens and their families

India condemned the attack on commercial vessel GFS Galaxy off Oman's coast, calling repeated attacks on shipping deeply worrisome. Ten Indian nationals were rescued, one remains missing, while the MEA urged de-escalation and restoration of safe international maritime navigation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his New Zealand visit after holding wide-ranging talks with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, signing multiple agreements and addressing the Indian diaspora. The MEA said the visit strengthened bilateral ties, with Luxon personally seeing Modi off at the airport

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor urged a legal overhaul to treat Aadhaar and passports as conclusive proof of Indian citizenship unless withdrawn by the state. He also suggested a distinct Aadhaar format for non-citizens to resolve ongoing confusion over identity documentation

The Indian diaspora in Seychelles expresses high optimism ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s State visit from June 27–29. Invited as Guest of Honour for the nation's 50th Independence Jubilee, Modi will hold high-level bilateral talks with President Dr. Patrick Herminie

The BRICS National Security Advisers' Meeting will be hosted by India on June 22-23. Top security officials from member countries will attend the meeting. The meeting will be chaired by National Security Adviser Shri Ajit Doval

The Ministry of External Affairs said the Palau-flagged MT Marivex had exchanged communication with the US Navy before a fire disabled the vessel off Oman. All 24 Indian crew members were rescued safely, while authorities continue to verify the cause of the incident

The Ministry of External Affairs said 13 foreign nationals were among the 21 victims of the Delhi hotel fire in Malviya Nagar. India is coordinating with concerned embassies, assisting with documentation and medical support for the injured and victims’ families

India rejected Pakistan’s criticism over river projects, reiterating that the Indus Waters Treaty remains in abeyance due to cross-border terrorism concerns. The MEA said Pakistan’s objections and arbitration claims are invalid, asserting India’s sovereign rights over its hydroelectric projects in Jammu and Kashmir

India and Cyprus elevated their bilateral relationship to a Strategic Partnership during President Nikos Christodoulides’ state visit to New Delhi. Both sides agreed to expand cooperation in trade, education, counter-terrorism, and diplomacy, marking a new phase in ties between the two countries