World
India-Kuwait Foreign Office Consultation
The fifth India-Kuwait Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) were held on 02 May 2023 in New Delhi. The Indian delegation was led by Shri Vipul, Joint Secretary(Gulf) […]
Kuwait
World
APEDA MoU Lulu Hypermarket for export of millets
In a move to harness the export potential of millets to the Gulf Cooperation Countries (GCCs), the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) which works under the Ministry of Commerce […]
Foreign Relations
Adarsh Swaika appointed as next Ambassador to Kuwait
Dr. Adarsh Swaika currently serving as Joint Secretary at the Minstry of External Affairs has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the State of Kuwait […]
Foreign Relations
Sibi George appointed as next Ambassador to Japan
Shri Sibi George currently serving as the Honourable Ambassador of India to the State of Kuwait has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to Japan […]
Finance
Exchange Rate Notification No. 40/2022 – Customs N.T
In exercise of the powers conferred by section 14 of the Customs Act, 1962 (52 of 1962), and in supersession of the Notification No.34/2022-Customs(N.T.), dated 21st April 2022 […]
Business
Promote Khadi textiles and modernize the Khadi Industry
With a view to promote Khadi textiles and modernize the Khadi Industry, Ministry of MSME, through Khadi & Village Industries Commission (KVIC) has over the years taken various initiatives through various Technological Institutions of national repute and already disseminated those developed technologies in the past, as a regular activity. […]
Business
53rd IHGF Delhi Fair 2022 organized by EPCH
The 53rd edition of one of the world’s largest handicrafts fairs – the IHGF-Delhi fair will open to overseas buyers, buying and sourcing professionals as well as large domestic volume retail buyers on 30th March 2022 in India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida. […]
Foreign Relations
Centre focusses on promoting exports of GI-tagged niche agricultural products
In a bid to promote exports of locally sourced Geographical Indications (GI) tagged agricultural products, the Centre has been striving to identify new products and new export destinations. […]
Corona Virus
INS Shardul arrives with Liquid Medical Oxygen from Kuwait and UAE
INS Shardul embarked 270 Metric Tonnes (MT) of liquid medical Oxygen from Kuwait and UAE including 11 International Standardisation Organisation (ISO) containers, two semi trailers and 1200 Oxygen cylinders and arrives at New Managalore Port and Kochi […]
Corona Virus
INS Ships reach india carrying oxygen & related Med. supplies
Indian Naval Ships Airavat, Kolkata and Trikand reach India with Liquid Medical Oxygen and Critical Medical from Singapore, Kuwait and Qatar; INS Airavat with Critical Medical Stores Including Cryogenic Oxygen Tanks and Oxygen Cylinders from Singapore arrives in Visakhapatnam […]
Foreign Relations
Bangladesh’s Multinational Military Exercise SHANTIR OGROSHENA 2021 commenses
Multinational Military Exercise SHANTIR OGROSHENA 2021 (Front Runner of Peace) commenced with participation from Indian Army, Royal Bhutan Army, Sri Lankan Army and Bangladesh Army and observers from USA, UK, Turkey, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Singapore […]
Foreign Relations
Kuwait’s Foreign Minister visits India
H.E. Sheikh Dr. Ahmed Nasser Al-Mohammad Al-Sabah, Foreign Minister and MOS for Cabinet Affairs, State of Kuwait visits India on the invitation of External Affairs Minister Shri Jaishankar […]
Foreign Relations
Indian scientific diaspora discuss open science policy at the STIP post-draft consultation
Indian scientific diaspora discuss open science policy, opportunities for innovators, young researchers at the STIP post-draft consultation; Inclusiveness has been a mantra for this policy formulation, and women had about 40% representation […]
Foreign Relations
APEDA organizes virtual Buyer-Seller Meeting with Thailand
APEDA organizes virtual Buyer-Seller Meeting with Thailand for expanding exports of agricultural and processed food products exports to South-East Asian country; ‘Taste of India’ Campaign organized in Bangkok […]
Finance
Import/Export Exchange Rates released for Dec-2020
The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs hereby determines that the rate of exchange of conversion of each of the foreign currencies into Indian currency or vice versa, shall, with effect from 18th December, 2020 relating to imported and export goods. […]
Foreign Relations
PM congratulates Kuwait Prime Minister on Re-Appointment
The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated His Highness Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, on his re-appointment as the Prime Minister of the State of Kuwait, […]
Finance
Latest Exchange Rates for Import & Export for Dec 2020
In exercise of the powers conferred by section 14 of the Customs Act, 1962 (52 of 1962), and in supersession of the Notification No.108/2020-Customs(N.T.), dated 19th November 2020 except as respects things done or omitted to be done before such supersession […]
Foreign Relations
India and the GCC Troika hold their annual Political Dialogue
India and the GCC Troika held their annual Political Dialogue today between EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar, led the Indian delegation & Troika-level by Dr. Nayef Falah M. Al-Hajraf, Secretary General of GCC, Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani and others […]
Foreign Relations
Petroleum Minister visits Kuwait to offer condolences
Minister of Petroleum & Natural Gas Shri Dharmendra Pradhan will be visiting Kuwait on 11-12 October 2020 to offer condolences on behalf of the Government of India to the Kuwaiti leadership […]
Foreign Relations
India announces State Mourning on 04 Oct on pasing of Amir of Kuwait
As a mark of respect to the Amir of Kuwait, the Government of India has decided that there will be one day’s State Mourning on October 4, 2020 throughout India. […]
Finance
New Exchange Rates w.e.f. 4th September
The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs has determined the rate of exchange of conversion of each of the foreign currencies with effect from 4th September 2020 relating to imported and export goods. […]
Finance
Currency Exchange Rates w.e.f 21 Aug 2020
Exchange Rates Notification No.80/2020-Customs (NT)
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Foreign Relations
5 lakh stranded Indians have returned safely to India under the Vande Bharat Mission
A record 5 lakh stranded Indians have returned safely to India under the Vande Bharat Mission(VBM). The VBM operations commenced on 7th May, 2020 and in less than two months 5,03,990 stranded Indians from 137 countries, including from remote areas, have returned to their homes. Considering that the initial target to bring stranded Indians with compelling reasons was only 2 lakh, this is a significant achievement. […]
Foreign Relations
Ms. Monika Kapil Mohta appointed as next Ambassador to Switzerland
HE Monika Kapil Mohta has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to Switzerland, The Holy See & Liechtenstein […]
Foreign Relations
Mr. Sibi George appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the State of Kuwait
Mr. Sibi George appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the State of Kuwait replacing H E Jeeva Sagar […]
Foreign Relations
6037 Indians return from abroad under Vande Bharat Mission
6037 Indians have been flown back to India in 31 inbound flights operated by Air India and Air India Express under Vande Bharat Mission […]