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India Today
a day ago
- Politics
- India Today
PM to visit 3 countries, including Canada, in 1st foreign trip after Op Sindoor
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Canada later next week to attend the G7 Summit, following New Delhi's acceptance of Ottawa's invitation to the annual multilateral gathering, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Saturday. As part of his three-nation tour beginning on Sunday, the Prime Minister will also visit Cyprus and foreign tour, particularly the Canada visit, holds significance as it marks Modi's first overseas trip since India launched Operation Sindoor against Pakistan, and his first visit to Canada since diplomatic ties between New Delhi and Ottawa deteriorated over the Khalistani the second leg of the tour, at the invitation of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, Modi will visit Kananaskis, Canada, on June 16–17 to participate in the G7 Summit. During the summit, the Prime Minister will present India's stance on key global issues, including energy security, technology, and innovation, the ministry added. Earlier reports had suggested that Prime Minister Modi was unlikely to attend the G7 Summit in Canada, which would have marked his first absence in six overseas tour will commence with a visit to Cyprus from June 15 to 16, followed by participation in the G7 Summit from June 16 to 17, and will conclude with an official visit to Croatia on June India and Canada as "vibrant democracies", the external affairs ministry on Thursday said New Delhi believes the forthcoming meeting between the prime ministers of the two countries on the sidelines of the G7 Summit will offer an important opportunity to exchange views and "explore pathways" to reset bilateral of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said this in response to a query during his weekly media briefing."Our prime minister had received a call from the Canadian prime minister last week. During the call, Prime Minister Mark Carney invited Prime Minister (Narendra Modi) to attend the G7 (meeting), and as you are aware, the invitation has been accepted," he said.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
We are exploring path to reset ties: MEA on India-Canada relations
India anticipates a chance to improve relations with Canada. The Prime Ministers of both nations will meet at the G7 Summit. They aim to discuss mutual interests and address concerns. The meeting provides an opportunity to exchange views on global issues. Both countries seek to reset their relationship with mutual respect. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Describing Indian and Canada as "vibrant democracies", the external affairs ministry on Thursday said New Delhi believes the forthcoming meeting between the prime ministers of the two countries on the sidelines of the G7 Summit will offer an important opportunity to exchange views and explore pathways to reset bilateral of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said this in response to a query during his weekly media briefing."Our Prime Minister had received a call from the Canadian Prime Minister last week. During the call, Prime Minister Mark Carney invited Prime Minister (Modi) to attend G7 (meeting), and as you are aware the invitation has been accepted," he call was also an occasion for the two prime ministers to reflect or talk about India-Canada relations, and how it can be taken forward, the MEA spokesperson will be hosting the crucial G7 meeting later this month."India and Canada are vibrant democracies, which are bound by shared democratic values and steadfast commitment to the rule of law. And, of course, very vibrant people to people ties," Jaiswal said."We believe that the forthcoming meeting between the two leaders on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Canada will offer an important opportunity for them to exchange views on bilateral and global issues, and explore pathways to set or reset the relationship, based on mutual respect, shared interests and sensitivity to each other's concerns," he in response to another query on the future trajectory of India-Canada ties, Jaiswal said, "We are exploring path to reset ties."
Economic Times
13-05-2025
- Politics
- Economic Times
If Pakistani forces fire, India will strike back, says MEA; condemns Pakistan's attacks on Gurudwara, temple & madarsa
PTI Ministry of External Affairs official spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal addresses a press conference, in New Delhi. India has sent a clear and unequivocal message to Pakistan: any aggression from across the border will be met with swift and decisive retaliation. As Pakistan scrambled to cover up the fallout from India's precision strikes under Operation Sindoor and its own retaliatory actions that killed civilians, New Delhi reaffirmed its stance — India does not seek escalation, but will not hesitate to respond in of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, in a press conference on Tuesday, hailed the Indian armed forces for compelling Pakistan to seek a ceasefire. 'You will of course appreciate that early on May 10 morning, we had mounted an extremely effective attack on key Pakistani Air Force bases. That was the reason they were now willing to stop firing and military action,' Jaiswal said. 'Let me be clear. It was the force of Indian arms that compelled Pakistan to stop its firing," Jaiswal added that Operation Sindoor was a direct response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, which left 26 Indian civilians, including children, dead. 'If the Pakistani armed forces fire, Indian armed forces will fire back; if Pakistan stops, India will also stop,' Jaiswal stated, underscoring the clarity of India's military and diplomatic communication throughout the revealed that the May 10 ceasefire understanding was initiated by Pakistan after it suffered serious setbacks under Indian strikes. 'The specific date, time and wording of the understanding was worked out between the DGMOs of the two countries at their phone call on May 10, commencing 1535 hrs,' he said. The call had been requested by Pakistan earlier that day. New Delhi has made it clear that its position on Jammu and Kashmir remains unchanged — the only issue on the table is Pakistan's illegal occupation of Indian territory. 'We have a long-standing national position that any issues pertaining to the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir have to be addressed by India and Pakistan bilaterally. That stated policy has not changed,' said Minister Narendra Modi, addressing soldiers at the Adampur Air Base, praised the military's effectiveness in Operation Sindoor, saying the slogan 'Bharat Mata ki Jai' is not just a cry — it's the resolve of every Indian even as India sought to de-escalate, Pakistan's desperation found expression in indiscriminate and unlawful shelling. On May 7, in response to Indian strikes, Pakistan resorted to targeting civilian infrastructure and places of worship, including a Gurudwara in Poonch, a Hindu temple, a mosque, a Christian school, and even a convent. Over 20 civilians, including children and religious workers, lost their Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri strongly condemned Pakistan's indiscriminate targeting of religious sites and civilian homes, calling it a new low even for Islamabad. 'The Gurdwara in Poonch in particular was attacked by Pakistan and some local members of the Sikh community, including the Ragi of the Gurdwara, lost their lives in this incident,' Misri said. 'That we would attack our own cities is the kind of deranged fantasy that only the Pakistani state can come up with.'In Poonch, a Pakistani shell hit a home near the Christ School, killing two students and severely injuring their parents. Another struck a convent, damaging critical infrastructure. During the heavy shelling, priests, nuns, and local villagers were forced to take shelter underground. In a tragic sequence, a shell struck the Shri Guru Singh Sabha Gurudwara, killing at least three Sikhs. A temple and a mosque were also hit in the same barrage. 'Our neighbour has no sense at all,' said Narinder Singh, President of the Poonch District Gurudwara Prabandhak Committee, in a self-recorded video. 'Nearly 12 people have died in Poonch due to this cross-border shelling. This is a huge attack on civilians.' Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) chief Sukhbir Singh Badal called the attack on the sacred Central Gurudwara 'inhuman' and mourned the deaths of the three Sikhs, including Bhai Amrik Singh Ji, a raagi. 'Although the Shiromani Akali Dal and our country stand for peace, if our honour is challenged by the enemy, we need no reminder to fulfill our patriotic duties,' Badal stated.(With inputs from agencies)
