In what can be termed the first high-level visit since Donald Trump won the presidential elections in the US, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is slated to embark on a visit to the United States on December 24.
EAM Dr S Jaishankar further talked about the emerging global workspace and the constantly growing numbers of Indian nationals working abroad.
Jaishankar further emphasised that Indian history has focused more on Tipu Sultan's battles with the British, and "underplaying" or "neglecting" other aspects of his rule.
Speaking at an event in Pune on the subject 'Emerging opportunities in the present global scenario', the diplomat-turned-politician said India will obviously take a tough position, which has been taken when its national interest, integrity and sovereignty are concerned.
Vietnam is reeling from the impact of Typhoon Yagi, which killed at least 281 people and left 67 missing as of Sunday morning, according to data from Vietnam's disaster agency.
Jaishankar asserted that it was time to move to the next level of India-Singapore ties in the wake of the changing realities of geopolitics. His remarks came ahead of PM Modi's visit to Singapore on Wednesday, ahead of the 10th anniversary of the Strategic Partnership between the two nations.
S Jaishankar arrived for a brief official visit, scheduled to engage in discussions with Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani. The talks will emphasise exploring avenues to enhance bilateral cooperation in trade, investment, and energy sectors.
Guntipalli Sowmya, a 25-year-old student hailing from Telangana's Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district, lost her life in a road accident in Florida. Sowmya, who had recently graduated with a master's degree from Florida Atlantic University, was struck by a speeding car while attempting to cross the road.
Jaishankar, while addressing an event in Maharahtra's Nashik, said: "I think PoK is a part of India, and due to someone's weakness or mistake, it's temporarily slipped away from us".
In his opening remarks, Jaishankar extended a "very very warm welcome" to Zameer on his first visit to the country in his current capacity, which the EAM said provides an opportunity to discuss bilateral ties and chart out future directions.
Earlier on Monday, India TV reported how pro-Khalistan flags were raised during a parade in Ontario. Besides, posters advocating violence against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, were glorified by radical groups in Canada.
A pro-Khalistan march took place in Canada’s Ontario province to mark ‘Khalsa Day’ on Sunday. During the event, Indian leaders such as PM Modi, EAM S Jaishankar and the Defence Minister were threatened publically.
India also issued a travel advisory for Iran and Israel and advised all Indians to not travel to Iran or Israel till further notice. The MEA also requested all those who are currently residing in Iran or Israel to get in touch with Indian Embassies there and register themselves.
UN Secretary General Stephane Dujarric last week made a statement saying that they hope in India, everyone's political and civil rights are protected and everyone is able to vote.
This was the second incident in the last few days when Jaishankar targeted past Congress governments under Nehru. Earlier on Monday, EAM criticised the former PM for downplaying the importance of the Katchatheevu island.
The Ministry of External Affairs said the Ukrainian leader will meet several top Indian leaders including Jaishankar and Deputy NSA during his two-day visit to India. Besides, Kuleba will also meet the business community in an attempt to rebuild the war-torn nation.
Interacting with the Indian community in Singapore, Jaishankar said India should look at its relationship with Russia or any other country from its perspective.
"Spoke to Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. Conveyed our deepest condolences on the loss of lives in the horrific terrorist attack in Moscow," Jaishankar wrote on the social media platform.
Addressing an event in Japan, EAM Jaishankar said, "That is why for India, in a changing world, our own equilibrium, our own balances with other countries are changing as well. They don't have to be acrimonious, but the balance is changing."
EAM Jaishankar made the remark while addressing the Pandit Hriday Nath Kunzru Memorial Lecture 2024 on 'Bharat and the World' at the Jawaharlal Nehru University.
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