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Friday, August 1, 2025
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16 Indians still missing after joining Russian army, families to travel to Moscow for answers

For nearly 18 months, 16 are classified as missing by Russians with little info shared to families. At least 12 have perished in frontlines of Ukraine, while 96 returned home.

Jaishankar sets off on week-long Europe trip to hold talks with leaders of France, Belgium, EU

Jaishankar’s visit is aimed to boost bilateral ties and reaffirm India’s policy of zero-tolerance against terrorism. He will hold strategic dialogues with EU Vice President Kaja Kallas.

Alternative to choke points, IMEC strategic necessity for India in changing world order—MEA

India at 3 percent of global manufacturing compared to China’s 30 percent, says MEA Secretary, Economic Relations. 'Corridor will be essential for trade & supply chains after scale-up'.

Trade talks between India-US still ongoing, ‘tech, trade & talent’ future of ties, says MEA

MEA spokesperson reiterates no trade talks were held between US & India officials during Op Sindoor. He says hope visa applications of Indian students will be considered on merit.

3 Indians missing after travelling to Iran, embassy ‘strongly takes up matter’ with Tehran

This is the second case of Indians going missing in Iran following their arrival in the past year.

Sacked CRPF constable who married a Pakistani cites letters from 2 BJP MPs in plea challenging dismissal

In a writ petition filed before the Jammu and Kashmir High Court, Munir Ahmed has also cited his excellent performance in the CRPF to prove his credentials.

India resumes visa services for Afghans after 4-yr hiatus amid cautious renewal of diplomatic ties

While no official public announcement has been made, a notification posted on official visa portal confirmed rollout of a ‘New AFGHAN Visa’ module in late April.

Expect Turkey to strongly urge Pakistan to end its support to cross-border terrorism, says India

Relations are built on the basis of sensitivities to each other’s concerns, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said Thursday.

In 2nd case this month, India declares another Pakistan High Commission staffer persona non grata

Pakistan High Commission staffer has been asked to leave India within 24 hours. This follows expulsion of staffer accused of espionage and declared persona non grata on 13 May.

First Op Sindoor delegation departs, MEA reaffirms India’s no tolerance stance on terrorism

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that this outreach would reaffirm the country's resolve to combat terrorism in all its forms.

On Camera

Trump tariff forces India to shed illusion. Stop conflating status with power

India’s future lies in pragmatism. Protectionism must be phased out gradually, not in disruptive shocks.

Sudden hike in Haryana circle rates is 2nd since Dec; stamp duty as high as 145% in parts of Gurugram

Gurugram: In an action that will significantly impact the value of property transactions in Haryana, Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has approved revised collector rates,...

India to get last of Spain-built C-295 next month, focus now on 1st India-made aircraft

New Delhi: The last of the C-295 transport aircraft that is replacing the ageing Avro fleet of the Indian Air Force (IAF) will be...

Modi’s Bharat vs Indira’s India: 11-yr report card of politics, diplomacy, economy, nationalism

As Narendra Modi becomes India’s second-longest consecutively serving Prime Minister, we look at how he compares with Indira Gandhi across four key dimensions.