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Sushma Swaraj

Sushma Swaraj

DOB: February 14, 1952

Former external affairs minister Sushma Swaraj died at the AIIMS, New Delhi on August 6 following a massive cardiac arrest. She was 67.

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Rajnath Singh, Sushma Swaraj to brief opposition parties today on China, Kashmir

Politics | Jul 14, 2017, 01:36 PM IST

The decision to address the meeting was taken after the nation was hounded on both sides, by Pakistan and China.

Sikkim standoff: Sushma Swaraj to convene all-party meet

Sikkim standoff: Sushma Swaraj to convene all-party meet tomorrow to discuss border situation

India | Jul 13, 2017, 01:56 PM IST

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj has called an all-party meeting in New Delhi tomorrow over the month-long border face-off between India and China at the Sikkim border

10 Indians killed, six injured in fire in Saudi Arabia

10 Indians killed, six injured in fire in Saudi Arabia, Sushma Swaraj says 'staff rushing'

World | Jul 13, 2017, 09:12 AM IST

At least 10 Indians were killed and six others injured on Wednesday when a major fire ripped through a windowless house in Saudi Arabia

Govt seeks release of adbucted priest Father Tom, Yemen

Govt seeks release of adbucted priest Father Tom, Yemen says he is alive

World | Jul 12, 2017, 06:32 AM IST

Sushma Swaraj on Tuesday held extensive talks with the Deputy Prime Minister of Yemen during which she conveyed India's concern over the safety of Father Tom Uzhunnalil, who was abducted in the Arab country last year, the ministry said

Group of Ministers approves draft national policy for women

Group of Ministers approves draft national policy for women

Politics | Jul 11, 2017, 11:36 PM IST

A Group of Ministers today approved a draft national policy for women.

Iraq has assured India of all cooperation in locating 39

India escalates search for 39 missing nationals as Iraqi forces reclaim Mosul from ISIS

India | Jul 10, 2017, 07:57 PM IST

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj today assured Punjab chief minister Amarinder Singh that her ministry was making all-out efforts to trace 39 Indians, mostly from Punjab, who had been held hostage in the Iraqi city of Mosul since 2014

Sushma Swaraj slammed Sartaj Aziz for not acknowledging her

Sushma Swaraj slams Sartaj Aziz over denial of visa to Kulbhushan Jadhav’s mother

India | Jul 10, 2017, 11:56 AM IST

Swaraj also cleared the air over Pakistani media reports faulting India for denying a medical visa to a cancer patient, saying all it required was a recommendation from Sartaj Aziz

Pak woman cancer patient seeks Sushma Swaraj's help for

Pak woman cancer patient seeks Sushma Swaraj's help for medical visa

World | Jul 09, 2017, 12:29 PM IST

A woman suffering from cancer in Pakistan has urged external affairs minister Sushma Swaraj to help her visit India for treatment after her visa application was reportedly rejected by the Indian embassy here

Even at 2 am, Sushma Swaraj helps Indians tweeting for

Even at 2 am, Sushma Swaraj helps Indians tweeting for help: PM Modi tells Indians in US

World | Jun 26, 2017, 09:33 AM IST

Modi lauded Swaraj for giving a "human face" to diplomacy and effectively using of social media in delivering good governance. He said the External Affairs Ministry is now connected with the poorest of the poor in the country

Sushma targets Meira Kumar using video of her Speaker days,

Sushma Swaraj targets Meira Kumar using video of her Speaker days, Congress hits back

Politics | Jun 26, 2017, 08:13 AM IST

The Congress on Monday slammed External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj for targeting Opposition presidential nominee Meira Kumar, saying that the former should refrain from doing such things while holding a responsible position

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‘This is how Meira Kumar treated me’, Swaraj tweets old video to target UPA’s prez nominee

Politics | Jun 25, 2017, 06:32 PM IST

Swaraj claimed that Meira had interrupted her 60 times in a six-minute long speech on the floor of the Lok Sabha when she was speaking as the Leader of Opposition.

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Will do everything required for safety of Indians in Qatar: Swaraj

Politics | Jun 24, 2017, 11:48 PM IST

Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates and Egypt had imposed a boycott on Qatar, accusing it of supporting terrorism.

Airlift 2.0: India to rescue citizens stuck in blockade-hit

Airlift 2.0: India to rescue citizens stuck in blockade-hit Qatar through special flights

World | Jun 22, 2017, 01:52 PM IST

India will operate special flights starting today to bring its citizens in blockade-hit Qatar back to India, Civil Aviation Minister Ashok Gajapathi Raju said on Wednesday

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Sushma Swaraj dismisses 'rumours' of being a candidate in presidential poll

Politics | Jun 17, 2017, 03:05 PM IST

Sushma termed these speculative reports as mere “rumours” and added that she cannot say anything on BJP’s presidential candidate as it’s an internal matter of the party.

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Iran releases 25 Indian fishermen detained since March

World | Jun 09, 2017, 02:22 PM IST

The announcement of their release was made by External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Twitter Thursday night.

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Will help Indians even if they are stuck on Mars, says Sushma Swaraj

India | Jun 08, 2017, 11:38 AM IST

Sushma Swaraj is known for responding positively to those who are facing any kind of difficulty related to her ministry.

Sushma Swaraj addresses media in New Delhi on Monday

Arab nations cutting ties with Qatar GCC's internal matter: India

Politics | Jun 05, 2017, 11:43 PM IST

There are approximately 6.5 lakh Indians in Qatar, making the largest expatriate community there.

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj speaks to media in

Safety of Indians abroad 'priority' for govt: Sushma Swaraj

Politics | Jun 05, 2017, 11:30 PM IST

Giving the slogan of "Effective Diplomacy and Excellent Delivery" to highlight the three years of "achievements" of the Modi government, Swaraj said India shares good relations even with countries considered to be bitter rivals.

India to raise airspace violation with China: Swaraj

India to raise airspace violation with China: Swaraj

Politics | Jun 05, 2017, 10:58 PM IST

Two helicopters of the People's Liberation Army of China hovered over Chamoli district on Saturday, triggering concern in India's security establishment.

Sushma Swaraj during the MEA's annual press Conference in

India asks nations friendly with China to plead NSG case

India | Jun 05, 2017, 10:39 PM IST

India had officially applied for membership of the Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) which controls export of nuclear materials, equipment and technology in May last year.

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