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Working to ensure deportees not mistreated, says EAM S Jaishankar

Opposition protests treatment meted out to Indians by US authorities

US set to unveil Trump plan to end three-year Russia-Ukraine conflict

The blueprint would be set out for allies by Trump's special representative for Ukraine and Russia, Keith Kellogg, the people said on condition of anonymity

Hamas member attends 'anti-India' POK meet with Jaish, Lashkar terrorists

Hamas' spokesperson and representative in Iran, Khalid al-Qadoumi, met hardline Islamist leader Maulana Fazlur Rehman at the latter's home in Pakistan, reportedly for a narrative-building exercise

MoD signs Rs 10k cr deals to boost Army's PINAKA with new rockets, upgrades

Advanced munitions and software upgrades procured under these deals will enhance the capabilities of the Indian Army's indigenously developed PINAKA Multiple Launch Rocket System

No water from Sutlej, Beas rivers flows to Pak except during monsoon: Govt

Under the treaty, India has control over the Sutlej, Beas and the Ravi rivers while Pakistan manages the waters of the Indus, Jhelum and the Chenab

IAF Mirage fighter jet crashes in MP's Shivpuri, both pilots eject safely

The twin-seater trainer aircraft, which was on a routine sortie, caught fire after crashing at around 2.40 pm, said a Central Air Command spokesperson

Families of US deportees recount horror stories of 'dunki' routes

They traversed treacherous routes, crossing several rivers and forests while facing extortion and getting roughed up, to reach the US

B'desh lodges protest with India over Hasina's activities during her stay

The development comes a day after Hasina delivered a speech via social media on Wednesday night in which she called upon the countrymen to organise a resistance against the current regime

What does Trump's Chabahar sanctions policy mean for India-Iran trade?

Trump's Chabahar sanctions review may impact India-Iran trade, regional connectivity, and New Delhi's strategic interests in Central Asia

Need early reform of key multilateral bodies, including UNSC: Prez Murmu

She said that India will continue to champion the causes of the Global South, including at the UN, guided by the philosophy of "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam"

Engaging with US to ensure deported Indians are not mistreated: Jaishankar

"At the same time the House will appreciate that our focus should be on strong crackdown on the illegal migration industry, while taking steps to ease visas for the legitimate travellers," he said

'Not new, ongoing for years': S Jaishankar on US deporting 104 Indians

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar told the Rajya Sabha that it is the obligation of all countries to take back their nationals if they are found to be living illegally abroad

Jaishankar to address Rajya Sabha on deportation of Indians in 'handcuffs'

Several opposition MPs, including Congress' KC Venugopal, staged a protest outside Parliament, wearing 'handcuffs' to highlight the 'inhumane' treatment of Indian nationals

Defence ministry to sign Rs 10,200 cr Pinaka rocket deal with Solar, MIL

DRDO is already in the advanced stages of making a 120 km strike version of the Pinaka rockets and is expected to carry out its first test in the next financial year

Hands cuffed, legs chained: Deportees share details of US flight to India

Deported Indians claim they were handcuffed and had their legs chained during a US military flight back to Amritsar, describing the experience as humiliating and deeply distressing

WATCH: US releases video of Indian immigrants chained, handcuffed

The US has deported 104 Indians on a record military flight, reinforcing strict immigration policies as the USBP chief has further warned, 'Cross illegally, and you will be removed'

Indians entering US via 'Dunki' deported: What is this illegal route?

Trump administration has intensified crackdown on illegal immigration, particularly through the high-risk 'donkey route' that many Indians continue to take in pursuit of the 'American dream'

EAM Jaishankar holds talks with SCO secy general, discusses India's work

In a post on X, he said, Delighted to meet SCO Secretary-General Nurlan Yermekbayev in Delhi this evening

Bangladeshi protesters storm, destroy former PM Sheikh Hasina's house

The attack was sparked by a speech Hasina planned to give to supporters from exile in neighbouring India

Govt likely to flag deportation by US military aircraft during Modi's visit

Discussions between the two sides will also cover the entire gamut of issues from trade, energy security to increased security cooperation, sources said