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NIA team reaches the oil refinery in Rajasthan where massive fire broke out just 1 day before PM Modi's inauguration. #nationalsecurity

UGC approves UK’s Birkbeck, University of London to open campus in Bengaluru #Education

4th India-Africa Forum Logo launched

DATE | 28-31 May

#Geopolitics

🇮🇷⚔️🇺🇸 Report: Iran Bypasses US Naval Blockade with 34 Tankers

According to cargo tracking group Vortexa, at least 34 tankers linked to Iran have successfully bypassed the US naval blockade since its inception. A significant number of these vessels were reportedly transporting Iranian crude oil, a key source of revenue for the regime.

Vortexa's data indicates 19 of the vessels exited the Persian Gulf while 15 entered. Analysts suggest the current US Navy deployment is insufficient to fully enforce the blockade line. #Geopolitics

Raksha Mantri Visited TKMS submarine building facility in Kiel, accompanied by the German Defence Minister-Mr. Boris Pistorius.

Elections chal rahe hai, kuch nhi hoga

Embassy of France in India

"With effect from 10 April 2026, Indian nationals possessing an ordinary passport are no longer required to hold an airport transit visa when passing through the international zone of airports located on French territory. This measure applies to passengers remaining in the international zone during a layover at a French airport en route to a third country."

#Aviation

🇮🇳🇯🇵 India welcomes changes in Japan's defence policy

India welcomes Japan’s Review of the Three Principles on Transfer of Defence Equipment and Technology. Defence and Security Cooperation forms an important pillar of the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership. As part of the Joint Declaration on Security Cooperation between India and Japan, both sides have committed to increase practical cooperation in the interest of their national security and continued economic dynamism. This includes promotion and facilitation of technological and industrial collaboration between the government entities and private sector stakeholders for resilience in sectors critical to national security.

#ForeignAffairs

Journalist: Donald Trump has reposted a letter referring to India and other countries as “hellholes”. Any response?

MEA: We have seen some reports. That is where I leave it

India Reacts on Customs Duty being implemented at the border by Nepal Govt.

We are aware of reports about enforcement by Nepali authorities of a pre-existing provision that outlines collection of customs duty from cross-border travelers in case they carry items purchased in India, worth more than 100 NPR.

We understand that Government of Nepal has taken this step primarily with the intent to curb informal trade and smuggling. We have also seen a statement by a senior official from Nepal that civilians carrying household goods for personal use will not be obstructed.

We remain engaged on the developments.

#ForeignAffairs

🇮🇳The first prototype of Vande Bharat Cargo has reached Lalitpur Junction & is gearing up for trials.🚆 #Railways

🚨 ADVISORY FROM INDIAN EMBASSY IN IRAN

"Don't Travel to Iran"

Just in: India extends INR 30 billion Swap Facility to Maldives 🇮🇳🤝🇲🇻 #ForeignAffairs

Kadi Ninda moment.

Noida-based Maraal Aerospace has successfully flight tested it's Tejasvaan solar powered UAV. #Drones

Hyderabad-based Redon Systems has successfully completed Field Trials of it's indigenous Achuk-150 loitering munition from Bheeshan launcher. #Drones #Defence