humanitarian assistance
India Advocates for Pragmatic Taliban Engagement at UN Security Council: Balancing Diplomacy and Development
Dec 11, 2025 11:50 pm CST
India's Ambassador to the UN, Harish Parvathaneni, has called for a balanced approach to Taliban engagement, emphasizing development cooperation over punitive measures. During a UN Security Council meeting, he highlighted India's extensive humanitarian efforts in Afghanistan, including healthcare projects and emergency aid, while expressing concern over security issues and transit restrictions affecting the country. India has restored its Technical Mission in Kabul to Embassy status, demonstrating its continued commitment to Afghan development.
Cyclone Ditwah: Educational Institutions Closed in Chennai and Neighboring Districts as India Provides Relief to Affected Areas
Dec 02, 2025 06:16 am CST
Educational institutions across Chennai, Tiruvallur and Kanchipuram districts have suspended operations due to Cyclone Ditwah's threat of heavy rainfall. Three fatalities have been reported in Tamil Nadu while Sri Lanka faces devastating impacts with 334 confirmed deaths. India has launched Operation Sagar Bandhu, sending 53 tons of relief materials and conducting extensive rescue operations across the region.
Indian Air Force Evacuates Over 300 Indians From Cyclone-Hit Sri Lanka in Major Rescue Operation
Dec 01, 2025 02:17 pm CST
The Indian Air Force has successfully evacuated more than 300 Indian nationals stranded in Sri Lanka due to Cyclone Ditwah. As part of Operation Sagar Bandhu, IAF aircraft transported the evacuees to Thiruvananthapuram, while also conducting rescue missions for locals in landslide-affected areas. IAF helicopters have completed over 12 sorties, evacuating both Indian and foreign nationals from disaster zones.
Indian Navy Deploys Chetak Helicopters for Critical Rescue Operations in Flood-Ravaged Sri Lanka
Nov 30, 2025 03:25 pm CST
Indian Navy's Chetak helicopters from INS Vikrant are conducting rescue operations in Sri Lanka following devastating floods caused by Cyclone Ditwah. Under Operation Sagar Bandhu, India has deployed military assets and relief supplies to assist the island nation where at least 123 people have died and thousands have been displaced. The cyclone is now moving toward India's eastern coast, where red alerts have been issued.
India Launches Operation Sagar Bandhu: Providing Critical Relief to Cyclone-Hit Sri Lanka
Nov 29, 2025 02:39 pm CST
Following Cyclone Ditwah's devastation in Sri Lanka, India has swiftly launched Operation Sagar Bandhu, delivering over 12 tonnes of humanitarian supplies including tents, food, and essential items. This disaster relief effort, supported by the Indian Navy and Air Force, exemplifies India's Neighbourhood First policy as the cyclone has claimed 123 lives and affected nearly 44,000 people across the island nation.
Palestinian Foreign Minister Calls India a "Potential Bridge-Builder" for Middle East Peace Process
Nov 05, 2025 06:01 pm CST
Palestinian Foreign Affairs Minister Dr. Varsen Shahin praised India's balanced diplomatic approach and humanitarian contributions in the Middle East, highlighting its potential role as a mediator in the Israel-Palestine conflict. In an exclusive interview, she emphasized India's historical support for Palestine while acknowledging its relations with Israel, suggesting India's unique position to influence peace negotiations and contribute significantly to Gaza's reconstruction efforts following the ongoing crisis.
PM Modi Announces 2026 as ASEAN-India Year of Maritime Cooperation During Virtual Summit
Oct 26, 2025 07:56 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually addressed the ASEAN-India Summit, highlighting growing cooperation in maritime security, blue economy, and humanitarian assistance. Modi declared 2026 as the "ASEAN-India Year of Maritime Cooperation" while emphasizing that the partnership between India and ASEAN, representing nearly a quarter of the world's population, forms a powerful foundation for global stability and growth amid current challenges.
ICJ Rules: Israel Must Allow UNRWA to Deliver Humanitarian Aid to Gaza
Oct 23, 2025 03:03 am CST
The International Court of Justice has ruled that Israel must allow UNRWA to provide humanitarian assistance to Gaza, stating the country is obligated to facilitate UN relief efforts despite Israel's ban on the agency since March. The court found Gaza's population "inadequately supplied" and rejected Israel's claims of Hamas infiltration as unsubstantiated, amidst an ongoing ceasefire in a conflict that has claimed over 68,000 Palestinian lives.
India Reaffirms Commitment to Two-State Solution as Path to Middle East Peace
Oct 16, 2025 09:56 am CST
India's Minister of State Kirti Vardhan Singh reaffirmed the country's support for a negotiated two-state solution to achieve lasting peace in the Middle East during the NAM Ministerial Committee on Palestine. Singh highlighted India's humanitarian assistance of 135 metric tons of supplies since October 2023 and annual contributions to UNRWA while calling for immediate ceasefire, release of hostages, and unhindered access to necessities for Gaza civilians.
India's Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh Represents PM Modi at Gaza Peace Summit in Egypt
Oct 13, 2025 09:52 am CST
Union Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh has arrived in Cairo as India's representative at the Gaza Peace Summit in Sharm El-Sheikh. The summit, co-chaired by Egyptian President El-Sisi and US President Trump, aims to finalize a peace agreement ending the Gaza conflict. PM Modi has welcomed the first phase of the peace plan, which includes troop withdrawals, aid crossing openings, and hostage releases.