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Germany waives visa fees for Indian students: How Gratis visa works

Indian students can now travel to Germany for short-term academic programmes without paying visa fees, under a new agreement between the two countries

Germany 'strongly' supports India-EU FTA by autumn: FM Johann Wadephul

Wadephul is on a two-day visit to India, which was planned earlier but comes on the heels of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's huddle with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi

'India, Germany already in Trade Premier League,' says German FM Wadephul

German FM Johann Wadephul praised India's tech rise, reaffirmed support for EU-India FTA talks, backed Ukraine peace efforts, and said ties would expand in trade and security

India, Germany highlight 'strategic autonomy' amid global challenges

Jaishankar mentioned that both ministers reviewed the global situation, regional issues, and multilateral developments, including the Ukraine conflict

India counting on Germany's support to expedite EU FTA: Jaishankar

Welcoming Wadephul on his first visit to India, Jaishankar said that India and Germany share a strong history of multilateral cooperation

EAM Jaishankar meets Germany MP, discusses growing bilateral ties

Germany and India share a strong strategic partnership, which has grown steadily over the decades since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1951

Germany woos Indian students amid rising uncertainty in US visa policies

Applications to German universities have surged 30% in recent months, with Ambassador Philipp Ackermann citing Germany's appeal amid uncertainty over US student visa rules

Germany strongly supports India in its fight against terrorism: FM Wadephul

Germany reaffirmed its strong support and solidarity with India in the fight against terrorism, Federal Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul told an Indian parliamentary delegation that outlined New Delhi's resolve to not give in to nuclear blackmail by Pakistan. As the delegation visited the European country, it conveyed to German political and diplomatic leadership India's unwavering united stand for zero-tolerance for terrorism, especially in the wake of the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people. The delegation, led by BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad, concluded its visit to Germany on Saturday, with the Indian Embassy stating that New Delhi's firm and principled position against terrorism found resonance across the top political leadership, decision-makers and think-tanks reinforcing depth of the India-Germany Strategic Partnership. Earlier on Friday evening, the delegation called on Minister Wadephul, who, building on his recent meeting with External Affairs Minister S .

Jaishankar visit boost India-Germany ties, marks 25 yrs of partnership: MEA

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held extensive discussions with his German counterpart Johann Wadephul in Berlin covering the full spectrum of bilateral cooperation and the two sides reaffirmed their shared commitment to further expand collaboration in key strategic areas, including defence and AI. The Ministry of External Affairs in a statement here said the external affairs minister visited Germany from May 22-24. His visit within a month of the new government formation in Germany is reflective of the high priority both sides attach to bilateral ties, it said. The ministry said Jaishankar's visit to Germany at the time when both countries are celebrating the milestone of completion of 25 years of Strategic Partnership is significant. It led to renewed engagement with the newly-constituted German government, injecting fresh momentum into the India-Germany Strategic Partnership and reaffirming commitment of both sides to further strengthening political, economic, technologica

India will deal with Pakistan purely bilaterally: EAM Jaishankar in Germany

EAM S Jaishankar confirms India's bilateral stance on Pakistan, highlights zero tolerance for terrorism, and deepens strategic cooperation with Germany during his Europe visit

EAM Jaishankar, German MPs discuss India's stand against terrorism

Sharing the details in a post on X, EAM appreciated the support of the members of the Parliament for the growth of India-Germany ties.

Jaishankar begins visit to Germany, Denmark, Netherlands today: Details

S Jaishankar will visit Germany, Denmark and Netherlands from May 19-24, where he will brief leaders on Pahalgam attack, Operation Sindoor, and India's zero-tolerance stance on cross-border terrorism

German official calls urban development key focus of ties with India

Blume recalled that German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Prime Minister Narendra Modi had agreed in 2022 to strive to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals

India, EU to negotiate FTA by year-end, says German envoy Ackermann

I think there is a dedication, commitment to the FTA between India and Europe, he said

Germany wants better ties with India on defence, skilled labour: Ambassador

Germany's incoming government has outlined plans to deepen its partnership with India, particularly in the areas of defence and skilled labour migration, German Ambassador to India Philipp Ackermann has said. Ackermann highlighted that the coalition treaty agreed upon by the two parties forming the next German government explicitly references India multiple times. "The most significant point is that this government wants to enhance cooperation with India and strengthen bilateral ties," Ackermann told PTI on Friday, adding that the incoming government specifically highlights defence and skilled labour migration as key areas of focus. The new German government is yet to be officially sworn in, pending the election of a chancellor and the appointment of ministers in parliament over the coming two weeks. However, Ackermann expressed optimism about the trajectory of Indo-German relations under the new administration. "We can expect the new German government to be very active and very

India has a key role in global cybersecurity, says Germany's Maria Adebahr

Maria Adebahr, Director for Cyber, Foreign and Security Policy at Germany's Federal Foreign Office, praised India's strategic importance in the evolving digital landscape

Looking to intensify ties with India in coming years: German envoy

German Ambassador Philipp Ackermann said his country will have a new government soon, but there will be a "huge continuity" when it comes to the political relationship with India and Berlin will continue its focus on New Delhi. Interacting with PTI on the sidelines of an event here Wednesday night, he also said, "We are looking forward to intensifying our relationship in the years of come." The envoy also expressed optimism over the EU-India free trade agreement (FTA) being negotiated by the end of this year. Asked how Germany looks at the EU-India FTA prospects, Ackermann said, "We think it is a game-changer for our business in India and you will see more investment, no doubt". President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen accompanied by the College of Commissioners visited India late February, during which she also held a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Prime Minister and the European Commission president in February had issued directions to

German firm from chemical sector to invest $1.5 bn in India: Piyush Goyal

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday said a German company from the chemical sector has decided to invest USD 1.5 billion in India, and a state has identified land for the project. Though the minister did not disclose the name of the company or the state, he said that the company's head is expected to meet the state's chief minister on Sunday. The company will "have the allotment of land in his hand, and we will have a billion-and-a-half dollars of foreign direct investment coming into the country over the next 12 months", Goyal said at a session of the Union Internationale des Avocats (UIA) here. The company is looking for a parcel of land, which is about 250 acres near a port. Germany is the ninth largest investor in India. The country has received about USD 15 billion foreign direct investment (FDI) during April 2000 and December 2024. He said that more and more companies are looking at coming to India to explore business opportunities. He added that the ...

Who is Friedrich Merz, Germany's conservative leader and next chancellor?

Friedrich Merz's party and its ally, the Christian Social Union, won 28.5 per cent in Germany's general election, defeating Chancellor Olaf Scholz's Social Democrats

EAM Jaishankar, Germany's defence min discuss bilateral ties, Ukraine war

The 61st Munich Security Conference (MSC) is being held in Germany's Munich from February 14-16