diaspora

Thiruvananthapuram, March 11 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday called for a political shift in Kerala, stating that the state, which he repeatedly referred to as 'Keralam', is at a crucial juncture in the 21st century and needs a "new beginning" beyond the alternating rule of the two...

Taipei, March 10 – As Tibetans worldwide observe the 67th anniversary of the uprising in Lhasa on Tuesday, China continues its relentless campaign to exert control over both Tibetan land and identity, a report highlights.The rebellion on March 10, 1959, saw ordinary Tibetan men and women...

Panaji, March 9 As the US-Israel-Iran conflict continues, the Goa government is closely monitoring the situation in West Asia and is in contact with the Ministry of External Affairs to ensure the safety of the Goan diaspora in the region, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant told the Assembly on Monday...

March 5, New Delhi: Barry Faure, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Diaspora of Seychelles, has arrived in New Delhi to attend the Raisina Dialogue 2026.India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated that the two countries share a strong and multifaceted partnership.The ministry added that...

March 04, Johannesburg – In Johannesburg, members of the Indian diaspora and local South Africans came together to celebrate the vibrant festival of Holi, a tradition symbolizing renewal, unity, and the triumph of good over evil.For South Africans of Indian descent, the festival reflects a...

Bhubaneswar, March 3 The Odisha government has formed a dedicated working group to monitor the safety of its citizens stranded in conflict-affected West Asia, officials said on Tuesday.The decision was taken at a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Anu Garg on Monday, they said.The...

Bengaluru, March 2 Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah wrote a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, expressing deep concern over the escalating geopolitical tensions in parts of the Middle East and their impact on Kannadigas and other Indian nationals stranded in the region.In...

Shimla, March 2 There has been no harm to any Himachali stranded in the Middle East following the attack on Iran by the US and Israel, and all those wishing to return will be brought back safely once flights resume, Industry Minister Harshwardhan Chauhan said on Monday.The state home secretary...

Bengaluru, March 2 The Centre is fully prepared to bring back Indians stranded in the Gulf region and is in contact with Indian missions abroad to ensure their safety, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi said on Monday.In a statement, Joshi said discussions have been held with senior officials of the...

Thiruvananthapuram, March 1 Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Sunday expressed concern over the situation in the Gulf region following the US-Israel attack on Iran and urged the Centre to take necessary steps to ensure the safety of Indians there.In his letter to Prime Minister...

Thiruvananthapuram, February 28 – Large-scale flight cancellations across Kerala's international airports on Friday highlighted the growing impact of escalating tensions in the Middle East, disrupting travel plans for thousands of expatriates and their families.Airport sources confirmed that...

Tel Aviv/New Delhi, February 26 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day state visit to Israel generated immense excitement and enthusiasm in the West Asian nation, and this was clearly visible in the enthusiastic welcome for the Indian Prime Minister inside the Knesset by Israeli lawmakers and...

New Delhi, February 25 – Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra expressed hope on Wednesday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi would raise the issue of the "genocide of thousands of innocent men, women, and children" in Gaza during his upcoming visit to Israel and demand justice for them.Writing on...

New Delhi, February 25 Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday that India and Israel share a strong and multifaceted strategic partnership that has witnessed remarkable growth and dynamism, and he is looking forward to his discussions with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.The prime...

New Delhi, February 24 India and Canada are expected to soon finalize the terms of reference to begin negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA) later this week, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Tuesday.Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will arrive in India on February...

New Delhi, February 24 Vice President C P Radhakrishnan said on Tuesday that the travel corridor between India and the United States reflects not only growing economic engagement but also deep people-to-people ties rooted in shared values, entrepreneurial spirit, and a vibrant diaspora...

New Delhi, February 22 Countless players of Indian origin are bringing pride to their respective countries, and this is a defining characteristic of Indian identity. Wherever they go, Indians remain connected to their roots and contribute to the development of the places where they live and...

New Delhi, February 22 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Indian-origin cricketers playing for foreign teams on Sunday, emphasizing the importance of "Bharatiya identity" and noting that wherever Indians travel, they maintain a strong connection to their "matribhumi" (motherland) while also...

London, February 21 Renditions of poetry in Bhojpuri, reflective verses in Sanskrit, musical notes from Himachal Pradesh, and the folk dance beats of Bihu from Assam were among the highlights as the India House in London marked International Mother Language Day.The United Nations (UN)...

Ottawa, February 17 – The recent controversy surrounding remarks made by Sikh Members of Parliament in Canada's House of Commons has sparked debate within Sikh communities both at home and abroad.Critics allege that certain Sikh MPs have misrepresented the two Canadian pieces of legislation...