Foreign Secretary

In a statement issued by NCW Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar, the panel denounced the sharing of the young woman's personal contact details, calling it a "grossly irresponsible act" and a "serious breach of privacy" that endangers her safety.

Foreign Secretary Misri Raises Minority Safety Concerns in Bangladesh Amid Strained Ties | N18G

Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri visited Bangladesh amid strained bilateral ties following Sheikh Hasina's ouster in August. In talks with Bangladeshi foreign adviser Md. Touhid Hossain, Misri conveyed concerns over recent violence targeting Hindus, minorities, and religious sites in Bangladesh. He described the discussions as "frank and constructive," urging Bangladeshi authorities to adopt a proactive approach to address these issues. Misri emphasised India's desire for a positive and mutually beneficial relationship with Bangladesh, despite tensions escalating after Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus assumed power. The arrest of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das and attacks on minorities further strained ties between the neighbours.

Foreign Secretary Misri to visit Dhaka on Dec 9 amid frosty India-Bangladesh ties

Misri is scheduled to hold wide-ranging talks with his Bangladeshi counterpart Md. Jashim Uddin and meet the country's de-facto foreign minister Mohammad Touhid Hossain.

India And China Reach Agreement On Patrolling Along LAC Foreign Secretary

India and China have reached an agreement on patrolling arrangements along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), resolving issues that emerged after the 2020 Ladakh border clash, which resulted in the deaths of 20 Indian soldiers. Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri announced the breakthrough, highlighting ongoing diplomatic and military communication between the two sides. The announcement came ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Kazan, Russia, for the BRICS Summit, where he may meet Chinese President Xi Jinping. The summit, themed "Strengthening Multilateralism for Just Global Development and Security," will focus on global cooperation and BRICS initiatives.

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri arrives in Nepal on two-day visit

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri arrived in Kathmandu to enhance India-Nepal relations. His visit includes meetings with top officials and underscores India’s commitment to its #NeighbourhoodFirst policy.

Who is Vikram Misri? All you need to know about India's new foreign secretary

A Kashmir-born career diplomat, Vikram Misri has held multiple important positions over the years, both at the Ministry of External Affairs and the prime minister's office (PMO).

Deputy NSA Vikram Misri named next Foreign Secretary

Misri, a 1989 batch Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer, has been appointed to the post with effect from July 15.

Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra's service tenure extended by six months

Kwatra, a 1988-batch Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer, took charge as the foreign secretary on April 30, 2022.

Bangladesh seeks to counter US charges of 'democratic backsliding'

The Bangladesh foreign secretary will meet his Indian counterpart and brief ambassadors of countries from the Global South in New Delhi about the Hasina government’s achievements

Would not be correct to prejudge outcome of G20 foreign ministers' meeting: Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra

The two-day G20 foreign ministers meeting begins this evening and the main discussions will take place on Thursday.

Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra to visit Nepal from Feb 13 to 14

It is expected that Kwatra will also discuss with his Nepalese interlocutors the possibility of a visit to India by Nepal's Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda'.

British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly to visit India this week

Sanjay Verma, Secretary (West) in the Ministry of External Affairs, said at a press conference on Wednesday that Cleverly will be among the dignitaries to attend the UN meet.

China 'largest threat' to Britain; has targeted India: Rishi Sunak

The 42-year-old former Chancellor set out a series of plans he would undertake if elected the prime minister, including building a new NATO-style military alliance of free nations to defend against Chinese technological aggression.

Quad working to implement positive and constructive agenda: India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Japan on May 23 and 24 to attend the summit that is taking place under the shadow of the Russia-Ukraine conflict

Vinay Kwatra, India's envoy to Nepal, is the next foreign secretary

Kwatra will take over the foreign secretary after Harsh Vardhan Shringla retires on April 30

Foreign Secy Harsh Vardhan Shringla begins Myanmar visit in first outreach since coup

Issues relating to humanitarian support, security, India-Myanmar border concerns, and the political situation in Myanmar will be discussed during the visit

Foreign Affairs | India cultivates geopolitical partnerships in Europe

The Foreign Secretary’s interactions in Paris, Berlin and London showed that New Delhi is now positioning itself as a reliable geopolitical partner of Europe

Harsh Vardhan Shringla takes charge as new Foreign Secretary

Speaking to reporters ahead of taking the charge, he said all efforts should be dedicated to contributing towards the nation in the form of its security, prosperity through external engagements.

Harsh Vardhan Shringla appointed foreign secretary

Shringla is a 1984-batch officer of the Indian Foreign Service (IFS).

Foreign Secretary Vijay Gokhale hold talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi; Discuss post-Wuhan summit progress

His meeting with Wang, who is also the State Councillor, a high-level post in the hierarchy of the ruling Communist Party of China (CPC), took place as both the countries grappled with a host of issues, including Beijing's continued attempts block efforts list Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Muhammed (JeM) chief Masood Azhar as global terrorist by the UN.

Trump administration would be good for India: USIBC

"We feel that from the Indo-US relationship perspective, Trump administration will be good for India," Aghi said, adding that two principles could drive Indo-US relationship.

Jaishankar meets US NSA, House Speaker; discusses bilateral ties

The meeting between Jaishankar and McMaster assumes significance as the top military leader was appointed as the National Security Advisor by US President Donald Trump ten days ago.

India, China hold strategic dialogue

Welcoming Jaishankar, co-chair of the dialogue, Wang said China and India are two major developing countries and emerging markets besides important nations in the world.

DGMO to brief to Parliament panel on surgical strike

Top officials including Foreign Secretary and DGMO are scheduled to brief a panel of MPs, including congress vice president Rahul Gandhi, on the surgical strikes conducted by the army across the LoC on September 28.

Have expectations grounded in reality:Jaishankar to Japanese cos

"India is India. I would not necessarily defend everything in India which goes right or wrong. But it is important for Japanese companies to understand that their expectations must be grounded in the Indian reality. Surely Indian reality can be improved.