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News18
4 days ago
- Politics
- News18
From Pro-Pakistan To Pro-India! Major Diplomatic Success For Shashi Tharoor-Led Team In Colombia
Last Updated: Colombia had previously issued a pro-Pakistan statement after India's Operation Sindoor, which was disappointing to the Indian side India's Operation Sindoor outreach has just achieved major success in Colombia. All-party Indian delegations are currently on a mission to inform the world about Pakistan's role as a terrorist state and its attempts to harm India and its civilians. The teams are travelling around the world to emphasise that India has endured Pakistani aggression for the past four decades, with the recent attack in Pahalgam being a turning point. Led by former union minister Dr Shashi Tharoor, one team is presently in Colombia. Colombia had previously issued a pro-Pakistan statement after India's anti-terror strikes, which was disappointing to the Indian side. Tharoor addressed the media, expressing dissatisfaction with the Colombian government expressing solidarity with Pakistanis rather than the victims of terrorism. He stated, 'We will tell our friends in Colombia that there is no equivalence between those who dispatch terrorism and those who defend against it." The Indian delegation has successfully influenced the Colombian government's stance. The Liberal Party, Colombia's largest political party, is now set to condemn Pakistan's terror policy and support India's fight against terrorism. Tharoor credited team member Milind Deora for arranging the crucial meeting with former President Cesar Gaviria, who supported India's anti-terrorism efforts. This support has significantly altered Colombia's understanding of India's perspective. Our delegation called upon #Colombia 's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Rosa Yolanda Villavicencio, in Bogotá as part of our #OperationSindoor delegation. She expressed her condemnation of Pakistan-sponsored terrorism & shared ways to deepen India-Colombia ties. — Milind Deora | मिलिंद देवरा (@milinddeora) May 30, 2025 I'm also grateful to my friend and former Colombian President @CesarGaviria_T who graciously accepted my request to unequivocally condemn Pakistan and state-sponsored terrorism—on behalf of Colombia's opposition and the Liberal Party, the country's largest political party. — Milind Deora | मिलिंद देवरा (@milinddeora) May 30, 2025 A source noted that this commitment from Colombia's largest party has positively impacted subsequent meetings. Cesar Gaviria's public statement compelled Colombia's leftist, pro-China government to retract its earlier condolences for Pakistani deaths. Milind Deora's connections were instrumental in changing Colombia's perception of India, said sources. Ganti Harish Madhur Balayogi, a first-time Member of Parliament from TDP, praised the meeting with Cesar Gaviria, emphasising that it strengthened India-Colombia relations. Shiv Sena Rajya Sabha member Deora also expressed gratitude to Cesar Gaviria for condemning Pakistan and state-sponsored terrorism on behalf of Colombia's opposition. The delegation includes diverse and experienced members like Dr Tharoor, Milind Deora, Tejasvi Surya, Ganti Harish, and Ambassador Taranjit Sandhu. Their collective efforts have been crucial in conveying India's stance, said sources. Colombia's upcoming role as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council is strategically significant. BJP MP Tejasvi Surya highlighted this, noting that Colombia's election would bolster the partnership and understanding of the security challenges India faces from cross-border terrorism. He also pointed out the potential for business and trade collaborations between the two countries, with several Indian two-wheeler companies already established in Colombia. We met with Colombia's Vice Foreign Minister, Ms Rosa Yolanda Villavicencio, and briefed her on the sequence of events, from the Pahalgam terror attack to India's calibrated response under Operation had earlier expressed condolences over the loss of lives in… — Tejasvi Surya (@Tejasvi_Surya) May 30, 2025 In a meeting with Colombia's vice minister for external affairs, sources say that BJP MP Tejasvi Surya stated Colombia needs to understand the distinction between tourists killed and terrorists neutralised. 'Both can't be equalised. I narrated how this is the stated policy of Pakistan—to bleed India by a thousand cuts. This is not guerrilla warfare. This is state-sponsored terrorism, orchestrated by the Pakistan army and ISI," he reportedly said. Surya also elaborated that India was very disappointed with the Colombian reaction. India has huge investments in Colombia and hopes to take it further. Indians don't want such a misunderstanding to come in the way of a future relationship, he said. While most delegations will return on June 3, Tharoor's team will continue its mission, with upcoming visits to Brazil and a three-day stay in Washington DC to meet key figures in the US administration. Watch India Pakistan Breaking News on CNN-News18. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from geopolitics to diplomacy and global trends. Stay informed with the latest world news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! First Published: May 31, 2025, 01:06 IST
India Gazette
7 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
All-party delegation: MP Milind Deora reaffirms India's firm stance on countering terrorism
Panama City [Panama], May 28 (ANI): Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora, who is part of the delegation led by Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, emphasised India's resolve to respond decisively to any acts of terrorism. MP Deora also expressed gratitude to the Indian diaspora in Panama for their role in influencing the Panama government's strong stance against cross-border terrorism. 'We are here, united, to convey a message to Pakistan that if you dare to attack us, be it Kashmir or Mumbai, we will teach you a lesson... I thank you people who are living here, as it's because of you, the Panama government has given a clear message to Pakistan that they will not tolerate cross-border terrorism,' Deora said. BJP MP Shashank Mani, part of the same delegation, also stated that India has consistently demonstrated remarkable patience and upheld peace. However, when circumstances escalated beyond control, India decisively showcased its strength. 'We had shown immense patience and maintained peace, but when things went out of hand, we showed our strength... War is not good, and we naturally don't want to get involved in war, but we can't let hindrances distract us from the path of Viksit Bharat,' Mani said. The delegation led by Congress MP Shashi Tharoor includes Shambhavi Chaudhary (Lok Janshakti Party), Sarfaraz Ahmed (Jharkhand Mukti Morcha), G M Harish Balayagi (Telugu Desam Party), Shashank Mani Tripathi, Tejaswi Surya, Bhubaneswar K Lata (all from BJP), Mallikarjun Devda (Shiv Sena), former Indian Ambassador to the US, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, and Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora. The delegation aims to brief international partners on India's response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack and its broader fight against cross-border terrorism while engaging with leaders in the United States, Guyana, Panama, Brazil, and Colombia. The multi-party delegation, consisting of seven groups led by one MP each, has been initiated to counter global misinformation and highlight India's zero-tolerance policy on terrorism. (ANI)
Deccan Herald
28-05-2025
- Politics
- Deccan Herald
India decided colour of Sindoor will match blood of attackers: Tharoor
Hello readers! Shiv Sena's Milind Deora said that if Pakistan dared to attack India, it'll be taught a lesson, be it Kashmir or Mumbai. Shashi Tharoor remarked that India had decided that the colour of Sindoor would match the colour of the blood of the attackers. Stay tuned to DH for all the latest political updates across the nation. Highlights 07:5228 May 2025 India Politics Live | Delegations continue mission to tell world of nation's stance on terror 06:1128 May 2025 India Politics Live | If you (Pak) dare to attack us, be it Kashmir or Mumbai, we will teach you a lesson: Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora 06:1228 May 2025 India Politics Live | India decided colour of Sindoor will match blood of attackers: Shashi Tharoor 07:5228 May 2025 India Politics Live | Delegations continue mission to tell world of nation's stance on terror #WATCH | Panama City | "...When we presented the President with a shawl from Kashmir, where the tragedy (Pahalgam terror attack) happened. She, in turn, gave us a symbol of the warriors of Panama, saying she hopes that we will fight against terror with that strength and that I… — ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2025 #WATCH | After concluding their Singapore visit, the all-party delegation led by JD(U) MP Sanjay Jha will leave for Indonesia, its next destination. — ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2025 06:1128 May 2025 India Politics Live | If you (Pak) dare to attack us, be it Kashmir or Mumbai, we will teach you a lesson: Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora #WATCH | Panama City | Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora says "...We are here, united, to convey a message to Pakistan that if you dare to attack us, be it Kashmir or Mumbai, we will teach you a lesson... I thank you people who are living here, as it's because of you, the Panama… — ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2025
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First Post
05-05-2025
- Politics
- First Post
India's Arctic ambitions: Milind Deora advocates for climate awareness & strategic engagement
On the sidelines of the Arctic Circle India Forum held on May 3-4 in New Delhi, Firstpost spoke to Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament Milind Deora about the need for India to deepen its Arctic engagement. Deora, who is on the advisory board of the Arctic Circle highlighted the urgency for climate awareness and cross-party engagement read more Milind Deora, Rajya Sabha MP, member of the advisory board of the Arctic Circle looks on during a session of the Arctic Circle India Forum held on May 3-4 in New Delhi, India. X/milinddeora At the recently concluded Arctic Circle India Forum in New Delhi, a significant spotlight was cast on India's evolving engagement with the Arctic region. The event held on May 3-4, co-hosted by the Arctic Circle and the Observer Research Foundation (ORF), in collaboration with India's Ministry of External Affairs and Ministry of Earth Sciences, brought together global leaders, scientists and policymakers to discuss 'The Polar Order: The Arctic and Asia | Science - Geopolitics - Climate - Business.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Among the key voices was Milind Deora, Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha, and advisory board member of the Arctic Circle. In an exclusive conversation with Firstpost's Anmol Singla on the sidelines of the event, Deora stressed the imperative for India to deepen its Arctic engagement, both scientifically and geopolitically. 'I've been associated with the Arctic for almost 20 years,' Deora shared. Deora has been a frequent visitor to Iceland and other Arctic nations, engaging with stakeholders who are working on climate resilience-related fields. 'I've been trying to draw India's attention to the vast potential of the Arctic from a research point of view, environmental research point of view, from a geo-economic point of view, and a geopolitical point of view. And it's taken a long time but I feel very pleased and privileged that through a forum like this we've received such overwhelming participation,' he told Firstpost. Deora also said that this was an area where unlike other areas of engagement, the government needed to spearhead a proactive approach rather than the private sector taking the lead. Need to elevate climate awareness in India Deora highlighted the need to elevate Arctic issues within India's domestic discourse. He pointed out the direct implications of Arctic changes on India's climate patterns, particularly the monsoon, which is vital for the country's agriculture and water resources. 'Until these things become political issues, you don't see public support and public participation,' he noted. 'We need to educate the public, bring more awareness, and that's when we'll see a sea change, no pun intended.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD In a session titled, 'Vision from the Indian Parliament' where Deora along with Lok Sabha MP Anurag Thakur engaged with former Prime Minister of Iceland Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, chairman of the Arctic Circle — Grímsson mandated both the parliamentarians to lead a cross-party parliamentary delegation to Iceland for the Arctic Assembly later this year. Next up! VISION FROM THE INDIAN PARLIAMENT👀 — Arctic Circle (@_Arctic_Circle) May 3, 2025 There are many questions that link India to the Arctic. An understanding that was established time and again in this forum was that what happens in the Arctic does not stay in the Arctic, and that it has implications all over the globe. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Highlighting this, the 48-year-old who hails from Mumbai reflected, 'So for me, one of the challenges has been how do you understand what's happening in the Arctic, whether it's the fact that ice is melting, how is that impacting India's weather patterns? How is that impacting not just the Himalayan region, but how is that impacting a city like Mumbai? What is the correlation between the two? Between ice melting, sea levels rising in Mumbai, what does that do to people who live in buildings or in slums along the coast? And those are the kind of issues that we have to sort of focus on to make it a political issue.' According to a 2024 study by Bengaluru-based think tank Center for Study of Science, Technology and Policy (CSTEP), 10 per cent of the land in Mumbai, Panjim and Chennai will be at risk of inundation due to rising sea levels by 2040. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD India needs to look to the Arctic more India's Arctic Policy, released in March 2022, outlines six pillars: Science and Research, Climate and Environmental Protection, Economic and Human Development, Transportation and Connectivity, Governance and International Cooperation, and National Capacity Building. As a member of @_Arctic_Circle's Advisory Board, I'm so glad to see the Arctic Circle finally launch its India Forum in partnership with @orfonline. Grateful to former Icelandic President @ORGrimsson for his leadership in bringing India closer to the #Arctic. I joined a panel… — Milind Deora | मिलिंद देवरा (@milinddeora) May 3, 2025 Deora also pointed out the strategic importance of the Northern Sea Route (NSR), which could offer shorter shipping lanes between Europe and Asia. 'While the whole world's focus and attention is on the South China Sea, should India not be focused on the Northern Sea Route?' he questioned. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The NSR, also called the Northeast Passage, is a shipping corridor through the Arctic Ocean that links the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, offering a shorter path between Europe and Asia than conventional routes like the Suez or Panama Canals. India as a potential bridge builder India's collaboration with Russia in the Arctic has been a focal point, with joint research initiatives and discussions on developing the NSR. However, geopolitical tensions have complicated multilateral engagements. Following Russia's war in Ukraine, there has been a significant divide between Moscow and the rest of the Arctic nations, all of which are also part of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (Nato). Despite these challenges, India continues to advocate for a balanced approach, highlighting dialogue and cooperation. 'I think that's something which is an area of immense opportunity for India to use its leadership role and its multilateral approach towards foreign policy to work with countries during a very hostile time in Europe and to bridge differences, to be in some ways, I wouldn't use the word intermediary, but in some ways a bridge builder and a facilitator of a dialogue. So I think India has a very unique role to play in that," Deora stated. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD In the context of the current diplomatic situation in Europe, Deora told Firstpost, 'It will be unique to see how Arctic nations, given how polarised Europe is vis-à-vis Russia, how they are able to politically sell it to their public that they're willing to engage in dialogue, if not for their borders, at least when it comes to issues like cooperation in the Arctic.' 'We should not forget that during the peak of the Cold War, the US and Russia were able to partner together in Space. So these are things where people can overcome differences.' "Arctic Circle is finally here in India!" "I'm excited for India to bring its track record of #multiculturalism and its role as an important representative and global voice of the #GlobalSouth to the #Arctic." #IndiaForum🌏@milinddeora, Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha, India — Arctic Circle (@_Arctic_Circle) May 3, 2025 STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD As India prepares for potential high-level engagements with Nordic countries, including a scheduled visit by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Oslo, the Arctic is poised to become a significant area of collaboration. Deora expressed confidence that Arctic issues will feature prominently in India's foreign policy agenda. 'I'm very certain that a big part of the thrust from India will be around the Arctic,' he affirmed. India's expanding engagement in the Arctic evidenced at the Arctic Circle India Forum shows that as New Delhi's strategic importance increases on the global stage, developments occurring in all corners of the globe have consequences for the Indian subcontinent — and the importance of the Arctic should be acknowledged by every Indian. Milind Deora, Rajya Sabha MP, member of the advisory board of the Arctic Circle (right) can be seen in a conversation with former PM of Iceland Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, chairman of the Arctic Circle, on the sidelines of the Arctic Circle India Forum held on May 3-4 in New Delhi, India. X/milinddeora The 2025 Arctic Circle Assembly will be held in the Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre, Reykjavík, Iceland, on October 16-18.
Hindustan Times
04-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Milind Deora slams Thackeray family: 'They were vacationing in Europe when Pahalgam...'
Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora on Sunday claimed Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray was vacationing in Europe with his family when the Pahalgam terror attack took place last month. Deora said the Thackerays had transformed into tourists of India from being the sons of the soil. He claimed the family was absent during Maharashtra Day as well. "From sons of the soil to tourists of India--how far the Thackerays have fallen. While bullets flew in Pahalgam, they were vacationing in Europe. On Maharashtra Day, they vanished without a word. No statement. No solidarity. No shame," Deora posted on X. He said the party's leadership had been practising what he called "luxury politics". He lauded the leadership of Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde for standing with the victims of the Pahalgam attack. Also read: Amid Pahalgam tension, India cuts Chenab water flow through Baglihar dam: Report Deora said that the state needed warriors on duty and not "part-time netas". "This isn't leadership – it's luxury politics. In contrast, DCM Eknath Shinde led from the front, stood with the victims and honoured our heroes. Maharashtra needs warriors on duty, not part-time Netas on holiday," Deora said. Twenty-six people, mostly tourists, died after terrorists opened fire at a meadow near Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam town. India has taken several punitive actions against Pakistan, including suspending the Indus Waters Treaty and trade, and downgrading diplomatic ties. India also curtailed the number of staff in Pakistani high commissions and suspended visa services. All Pakistani nationals had been asked to vacate India after the latter revoked their visas. The opposition has unanimously backed the government for whatever actions it takes against Pakistan. Milind Deora criticised the opposition after the Congress party's 'Gayab' (missing) jibe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing the leaders of hypocrisy and indirectly giving a clean chit to Pakistan despite earlier backing the Centre's stance in an all-party meeting. "After the Pahalgam attack, the Centre called an all-party meeting in which almost all parties said that they are with the government in the action it wants to take against Pakistan and terrorists. Soon after, some opposition parties that had supported the Centre in the all-party meeting made a different statement. Some of them are saying that there should be no war against Pakistan, and some of them have given Pakistan a clean chit," he told ANI.
