Overview Protecting and supporting human rights defenders is a key priority of U.S. foreign policy. Because human rights defenders seek to hold their governments accountable to protect universally recognized human rights, defenders are often harassed, detained, interrogated, imprisoned, tortured, and even killed for doing their work. The Department’s objective is to enable human rights defenders …
Read More» New Delhi, November 14, 2022: For the second year in a row, a record number of Indian students chose the United States to pursue higher education. According to the Open Doors Report released today, almost 200,000 Indian students chose the United States as their higher education destination in the 2021-22 academic year, a 19 percent …
Read More» The Immigration Act of 1990 established the Diversity Visa (DV) program, where 55,000 immigrant visas would be available in an annual lottery, starting in fiscal year 1995. The lottery aims to diversify the immigrant population in the United States, by selecting applicants mostly from countries with low rates of immigration to the United States in …
Read More» Key Officer: Julio S. Hernandez, Deputy Attaché for Removal Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) protects the homeland through the arrest and removal of those who undermine the safety of our communities and the integrity of our immigration laws. ERO enforces the nation’s immigration laws in a fair and effective manner and treats everyone encountered with dignity …
Read More» The United States demonstrates its respect for the cultural heritage of India and Bhutan through the U.S. Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP). This grant program draws on U.S. resources to support the preservation of historic buildings and monuments, archeological sites, museum collections, ethnographic objects, paintings, manuscripts and indigenous languages and other forms of traditional …
Read More» The United States demonstrates its respect for the cultural heritage of India and Bhutan through the U.S. Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP). This grant program draws on U.S. resources to support the preservation of historic buildings and monuments, archeological sites, museum collections, ethnographic objects, paintings, manuscripts and indigenous languages and other forms of traditional …
Read More» The Department of State is pleased to announce that Mission India will launch a new option for adults to pay for their passport renewal fees. Beginning April 24, 2022, adult passport applicants wishing to pay for their mail-in DS-82 renewal application online may visit the Mission India website to determine eligibility to use this option. If eligible, applicants may …
Read More» New Delhi — The U.S. Mission in India (comprising the Embassy in New Delhi and Consulates General in Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, and Hyderabad) today released a star-studded video message to celebrate 75 years of U.S.-India relations, with participation by some of the most iconic and accomplished Indian Americans and Indians in America, whose remarkable contributions …
Read More» Ashok Amritraj Tennis Ambassador, Philanthropist and Filmmaker Ashok Amritraj is often regarded as one of the earliest faces and ambassadors of Indians’ presence in the world of sports, and certainly in America. He played professional tennis in the 1970s and early 1980s, representing India at both domestic and international level. He entered the main draw …
Read More» Read the special 60th anniversary edition of SPAN here: The U.S.-India Partnership Ambition and Achievement
Read More» More information about Bhutan is available from the Department of State and other sources, some of which are listed below: 2021 Trafficking in Persons Report – Bhutan “This year’s Trafficking in Persons Report sends a strong message to the world that global crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change, and enduring discriminatory policies and practices, have a disproportionate effect on individuals …
Read More» OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates POSITION: Assistant Cook, Deputy Chief of Mission’s Residence OPENING DATE: 12-02-2021 CLOSING DATE: 12-22-2021 WORK HOURS: Full-time; 54 hours/week SALARY: Starting salary will be determined on the basis of qualifications and experience, and/or salary history. NOTE: *The hired employee will be paid by and work under contract with the Principal Employer. …
Read More» VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER – 2021-066 OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates POSITION: Bearer #3, Deputy Chief of Mission’s Residence* OPENING DATE: November 10, 2021 CLOSING DATE: December 03, 2021 WORK HOURS: Full-time; 54 hours/week SALARY: Starting salary will be determined on the basis of qualifications and experience, and/or salary history. NOTE: *The hired employee will be …
Read More» Humanitarian exceptions to the vaccine requirement are processed by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. You can submit your request to the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi by emailing IndiaCDCTravel@state.gov, and we will send it on to CDC for review. Please cut and paste the below chart into your email and answer all the questions thoroughly. Incomplete responses will …
Read More» **IMPORTANT INFORMATION** The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in India will only accept appointments for Loss of Nationality applications from individuals resident in India. Legal Requirements Review legal requirements and possible expatriating acts before beginning this process. Loss of U.S. citizenship is a serious and irrevocable act which deserves your thoughtful consideration. It is imperative that you fully understand the nature of its …
Read More» Location: U.S. Consulate General Chennai Event : Due to the sharp rise of new COVID-19 cases and deaths throughout India in the past month, all routine U.S. citizen services and visa services at the U.S. Consulate General Chennai are cancelled from April 26 through May 15. The U.S. Consulate General Chennai remains open for emergency U.S. citizen services . Emergency U.S. …
Read More» President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke today with Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India, committing that the United States and India will work closely together in the fight against COVID-19. The President pledged America’s steadfast support for the people of India who have been impacted by the recent surge in COVID-19 cases. In response, the United …
Read More» National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan spoke by phone today with National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, expressing deep sympathy for the people of India following the recent spike in COVID-19 cases. Mr. Sullivan affirmed America’s solidarity with India, the two countries with the greatest number of COVID-19 cases in the world. Building on the seven-decade health …
Read More» Location: India Actions to Take: Review your personal health and safety preparedness within India and plan accordingly – especially considering the sharp increase in COVID-19 cases and deaths in India and the significant stress that is placing on the Indian healthcare system. Event: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 4 Travel Health Notice advising against all …
Read More» Weather Alert—U.S. Consulate General Chennai Tropical Cyclone Development November 23, 2020 Location: Puducherry, Tamil Nadu Event: A tropical depression in the Bay of Bengal is expected to strengthen into a tropical cyclone (Tropical Cyclone Nivar), making landfall in Tamil Nadu by November 25, 2020. According to local weather sources, such as the Regional Specialized Meteorological Centre for Tropical Cyclones Over North Indian Ocean , heavy rains may begin as early as November 24, 2020. The cyclone is expected to move north and west, along the …
Read More» United States Consulate General Hyderabad, India Security Alert for U.S. Citizens: Greater Hyderabad Municipal Election Awareness (December 01, 2020) Location: Hyderabad Event: The city of Hyderabad is holding municipal elections on December 01, 2020 with results expected on/about December 04, 2020. Large gatherings, road closures, and unrest may occur spontaneously throughout the week, including …
Read More» Terminology: Petitioner = U.S. Citizen Alien Relative = Beneficiary/Visa Applicant NOTES: U.S. citizen petitioners must come in person to submit all forms and supporting documents in the order listed below. All Supporting Documents must be originals (bearing an original seal, stamp or signature of the office of record), plus one photocopy of each. English translations …
Read More» Kolkata, September 23, 2020: Thinking about studying in the United States? Don’t know which school to apply to or how much it will cost? Not sure how COVID-19 will affect your college application, or how to apply for a student visa? Attend the biggest EducationUSA U.S. University Virtual Fair in India – dedicated to helping …
Read More» Chennai, Sept 24: EducationUSA’s Virtual U.S. University Fair in October 2020 is a unique opportunity for students to interact directly with U.S. university representatives and chat with EducationUSA advisers to understand the wide spectrum of educational opportunities available in the United States, all from the safety and comfort of their home. The virtual fair will bring …
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Read More» The North India Office’s Public Affairs Section routinely provides grant funding to projects and programs that strengthen ties between the United States and India through cultural and exchange programming in North India that highlights shared values and promotes bilateral cooperation. Groups and individuals interested in partnering with the North India Office are encouraged to review …
Read More» Public Affairs Section Public diplomacy promotes mutual understanding between countries, and communicates U.S. foreign policy priorities. It supports people-to-people ties, and strengthening relationships that advance our shared interests and values. The Public Affairs Section of the North India Office is responsible for engaging with the people, press, organizations, and institutions of the North India region. …
Read More» Celebrate democracy this 4th of July by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2020 U.S. elections! In order to vote in the November 2020 elections, all overseas U.S. citizens need to have completed a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) in 2020. Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee in past elections, …
Read More» Location: India Event: Air India has announced a new series of commercial evacuation flights departing from India to international destinations, including the United States, starting July 3. The Air India evacuation flight schedule can be found here . Air France, KLM, and Lufthansa continue to offer unscheduled flights to European cities where there are connecting flights to the …
Read More» In response to significant worldwide challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Department of State has temporarily suspended routine visa services at all U.S. Embassies and Consulates. Embassies and consulates have canceled all routine immigrant and nonimmigrant visa appointments as of March 20, 2020 but will continue to provide emergency and mission-critical visa services as …
Read More» Location: India Event: We advise U.S. persons interested in returning to the United States that Air India has announced additional commercially operated evacuation flights departing from India to international destinations, including the United States, to evacuate stranded Indian citizens. U.S. persons are eligible to travel on these flights. We understand from an update Air India posted recently …
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Health Alert – U.S. Mission to India Location: India Event: Airlines resumed limited domestic commercial flights in India on May 25. International commercial flights remain suspended, and there are no further U.S. government charter flights scheduled or planned to evacuate U.S. persons from India at this time. While the Embassy and Consulates remain closed to the …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Mission to India Location: India Event: We advise U.S. persons interested in returning to the United States that Air India has announced a new series of commercially operated evacuation flights departing from India to international destinations, including the United States, to evacuate stranded Indian citizens. U.S. persons are eligible to travel on these …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Mission to India Location: India Event: We advise U.S. persons interested in returning to the United States that Air India has announced a series of commercially operated evacuation flights departing from India to international destinations, including the United States, to evacuate stranded Indian citizens. We understand that U.S. persons are eligible to travel …
Read More» Location: India Event: The Embassy and Consulates have successfully repatriated approximately 5,500 travelers from across India to the United States. We are working to arrange additional special chartered flights for U.S. persons departing India in the coming weeks. We anticipate the earliest flights will commence next week and will again depart from Mumbai and New Delhi to …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Mission to India Location: India Event: The Embassy and Consulates have successfully repatriated more than 5,100 travelers from across India to the United States. We are currently pausing repatriation flights in order to assess ongoing demand and determine what degree of assistance may be needed as the authorities lift lock-down restrictions. We will …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Mission to India Location: India Event: The U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Mission to India have repatriated nearly 4,000 U.S. citizens from India to the United States in recent weeks. We are working to arrange additional special chartered flights for U.S. citizens and their families departing India over the next week. …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Mission to India Location: India Event: The U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Mission to India have repatriated over 3,100 U.S. citizens from India to the United States in recent weeks. We are working to arrange additional special chartered flights for U.S. citizens and their families departing India. If you are still interested …
Read More» Location: India Event: The U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Mission to India have repatriated over 2,300 U.S. citizens from India to the United States in recent weeks. We are working to arrange a potential final set of special chartered flights for U.S. citizens and their families departing India and we need to re-assess …
Read More» This is an update to our message of April 6, 2020, reminding U.S. citizens that now is the time to act if you want to return to the United States. The U.S. Mission India is facilitating a series of flights to the United States this week. We do not know if U.S. government-organized flights returning to …
Read More» Location: India The U.S. Embassy would like to inform U.S. citizens in Punjab that there will be a charter flight from Amritsar to New Delhi on April 7 at 19:15 / 7:15 p.m. that will connect directly to an onward charter flight from New Delhi to San Francisco at 2:25 a.m. on April 8. U.S. …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Consulate General Hyderabad Location: India This is an update to our message from April 1, 2020. We continue to coordinate closely across a variety of U.S. Government agencies, the Government of India, and commercial air carriers to facilitate flights to the United States. We anticipate we will have several flights departing Mumbai …
Read More» Location: India April 2, 2020 Event: This is an update to our message from April 1, 2020. We continue to coordinate closely across a variety of U.S. Government agencies, the Government of India, and commercial air carriers to facilitate flights to the United States. We anticipate we will have several flights departing Mumbai and arriving in …
Read More» Location: IndiaApril 2, 2020 Event: This is an update to our message from April 1, 2020. We continue to coordinate closely across a variety of U.S. Government agencies, the Government of India, and commercial air carriers to facilitate flights to the United States. We anticipate we will have several flights departing Mumbai and arriving in Atlanta, Georgia, …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy New Delhi Location: Bhutan Event: U.S. citizens in Bhutan are urged to comply with preventative social distancing measures announced in the March 27 press release from the Prime Minister’s Office. We understand that international commercial flights from Bhutan are still operating on Drukair – Royal Bhutan Airlines, including a flight from Paro …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy New Delhi Location: India Event: On March 24, Indian Prime Minister Modi announced a nationwide curfew through April 15, 2020 in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19.While the exact parameters of the curfew are still unclear, U.S. citizens should cooperate by sheltering in place. U.S. Citizens are required to …
Read More» Location: India Event: Effective March 22, the Government of India will suspend all international flights arriving and departing from India for at least one week. U.S. citizens currently in India who wish to depart should contact their airline for flight availability at the earliest. We are reviewing all options and will continue to provide information to U.S. …
Read More» Location: India Event: U.S. citizens in India should exercise caution in light of violent demonstrations in Northeast Delhi and avoid all areas with demonstrations. It is important that you monitor local media outlets for updates on demonstrations, road and Metro closures, and possible curfews. The Government of India-imposed law that prohibits political gatherings of four or more …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy New Delhi, India (February 14, 2020) Location: India Event: Ongoing outbreak of novel (new) coronavirus first identified in Wuhan, China On February 7, 2020, the Government of India announced three confirmed cases of novel coronavirus in Kerala, India. These are currently the only confirmed cases of coronavirus reported in India. …
Read More» A scanned copy of DS-3053 will not be accepted unless there is an emergency need to travel – If one parent/guardian cannot go with the child to apply for the passport, they can give permission by completing Form DS-3053 ＾Statement of Consent.” You must submit the original completed consent form with the child’s passport application. The parent that cannot go with the child, also …
Read More» Any individuals with pending consular appointments who (1) were physically present within the People’s Republic of China, excluding the Special Administrative Regions of Hong Kong and Macau, within the last 14 days, (2) are experiencing flu-like symptoms, or (3) believe they have may have been exposed to the novel coronavirus, are strongly encouraged to postpone …
Read More» Location: Chennai and Mahabalipuram Event: On Friday, October 11, Prime Minister Modi and Chinese President Xi will arrive for an informal summit in Mahabalipuram. Chennai International Airport expects delays around the scheduled arrival (12:00 to 15:00 hours on October 11) and departure (12:00 to 15:00 hours on October 12) of the Prime Minister and President. Expect …
Read More» Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Event: Mumbai’s annual Ganesh Chaturthi (Ganesh Immersion) festival takes place from September 2–12, and features large crowds and street parades that can cause serious traffic disruptions throughout the city. Actions to Take: U.S. citizens are encouraged to exercise caution and make informed personal security choices during the festival season. The U.S. Consulate …
Read More» Location: Hyderabad Event: Local media in Hyderabad have reported a significant increase in police presence throughout the city. This weekend will coincide with the Varalakshmi Vratam and Bakrid holidays. Given the likelihood of large crowds, U.S. government personnel are being advised to avoid the Old City section of Hyderabad throughout the holiday weekend. Expect heightened …
Read More» Location: Jammu and Kashmir, India Event: U.S. citizens currently in Jammu and Kashmir are strongly advised to leave as soon as possible and to exercise great caution until they depart. The Government of India has advised tourists and Amarnath Yatra pilgrims to leave Kashmir immediately due to security threats. Communications to the region, including by phone, text, …
Read More» Location: Mumbai, India Routine Message: Due to a fire at the MTNL Telephone Exchange Building in Bandra – Mumbai, the regular telephone line for the U.S. Consulate General Mumbai is not functional. Until it can be restored, please use the following numbers to reach the U.S. Consulate General in case of emergency: U.S. number: +1 301-985-8652 …
Read More» Due to scheduled maintenance, the U.S. Embassy’s primary phone number will be unavailable on Friday July 12, 2019 between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. If you have an emergency and need to reach the after-hours Duty Officer, please contact +91 011-4183-0018. Again this phone number is only for emergencies. After 10:00 p.m. on …
Read More» Location: Mumbai, India Event: Heavy rains have caused severe flooding throughout Mumbai. Many major roads are flooded and impassable. Rain is expected to continue until July 5, 2019. Indian authorities have advised people to avoid leaving their homes. The Maharashtra State government has declared a precautionary public holiday for Mumbai, Mumbai Suburban, and Thane. Local emergency services …
Read More» Location: India Event: Following recent terrorist attacks in Sri Lanka, Americans in India are reminded that terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets, shopping malls, local government facilities, places of worship, and other public areas. Actions to Take: Keep a low profile. Be aware of your surroundings. Monitor …
Read More» The American Citizen Services (ACS) Unit at the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi will be hosting a Town Hall for U.S. Citizens on Thursday, April 25, 2019, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the lobby of the hotel Le Meridien, Thimphu, Bhutan. This is an opportunity for U.S. Citizens to obtain information and assistance for …
Read More» Security Notice Political demonstrations may occur throughout Kolkata on short notice in the coming days, particularly in the areas of Dharmatala/Esplanade, Central Kolkata near Loudon Street, and Camac Street/AJC Bose Road. These demonstrations may result in public transportation disruptions and delays. Please take reasonable precautions regarding personal security and avoid any large crowds. Actions to …
Read More» Security Notice Location: Brigade Parade Grounds, Kolkata (January 19, 2019), near Victoria Memorial. Event: A large political rally is scheduled to take place from 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 19 in Kolkata, at Brigade Parade Grounds near the Victoria Memorial. As many as five million people may participate in this rally. The rally may result in significant …
Read More» United States Consulate General Chennai, India Demonstration Alert for U.S. Citizens: Demonstrations across Kerala January 3, 2019 Location: Kerala, India Event: Protests and demonstrations concerning the Sabarimala Temple Media report widespread protests and a call for a general strike throughout the state of Kerala related to the opening of Sabarimala Temple to women of childbearing …
Read More» President Trump has signed an Executive Order to close federal offices and excuse all federal employees from duty for the scheduled workday on Monday, December 24, 2018. Tuesday, December 25, 2018 is a scheduled federal holiday. The Department of State and all annexes, both domestically and overseas, will be closed for normal business on December …
Read More» United States Consulate General Hyderabad, India Weather Alert for U.S. Citizens: Pre-Cyclone Watch for Coastal Andhra Pradesh (December 14, 2018) Location: Coastal Andhra Pradesh, between Ongole and Kakinada Event: A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal is predicted to develop into a cyclone and expected to cross the Andhra Pradesh coast between Ongole and …
Read More» United States Consulate General Chennai, India Weather Alert for U.S. Citizens: Cyclone Gaja in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry (November 14, 2018) Location: Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, India Event: Cyclone Gaja is predicted to cross the Tamil Nadu coast between Pamban and Cuddalore November 15. High winds are expected along and off the coasts of Tamil Nadu …
Read More» United States Consulate General Chennai, India Demonstration Alert for U.S. Citizens: Demonstration in Chennai, Tamil Nadu (October 17, 2018) Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India Event: Protest by former employees of a private company Please be advised of a protest near Chennai’s Directorate of Medical Services (DMS) office in the Teynampet area of Chennai today by …
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(Deadline: November 28, 2018) Embassy New Delhi and it Consulates in Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad and Kolkata are accepting project applications for the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2019 Small Grants Competition. The deadline for submitting applications is November 28, 2018. Full implementation of the AFCP 2019 program is pending the availability of FY …
Read More» What’s New USDA Supported 2019 Trade Shows For a complete list of shows that take place in the United States and that are endorsed in other international markets, please search for “Trade Shows” on the FAS webpage.
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The special Student Visa Day is on June 6th. It’s an interview day set aside exclusively for students applying for student visas. After your interview on #StudentVisaDay at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate, make sure to speak to an EducationUSA advisor about U.S. education and pre-departure information. Visit our website www.ustraveldocs.com/ to know more about student …
Read More» Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances, the meeting with the Consul General in Thimpu, Bhutan previously scheduled for May 24, 2018 has been cancelled. However, we appreciate your interest in meeting with us and we look forward to future opportunities to engage with you. Also, if you know of any other U.S. citizens residing or visiting …
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In simple words “empowerment” means – The process of becoming stronger, more confident, poised and inspired. Empowerment is therefore a learning process. As we go through the maze of life, we learn – often by trial and error to come to things that we discover works the best for us. As a women especially with …
Read More» When someone asked me what empowers me as a woman, my first thought was the shoes, followed closely by jewelry. I mean, who doesn’t feel powerful in a pair of 7 inch platform stilettos? When I am feeling the least powerful, I put on my highest heels in an effort to encourage myself to rise …
Read More» The Founders Summit of the International Solar Alliance in New Delhi on Sunday March 11, 2018, will draw a number of world leaders. There will be multiple VIP motorcades moving around the city causing road closures and traffic congestion. Please anticipate delays when traveling within New Delhi. Sections of Nyaya Marg, Andre Malraux Marg, and …
Read More» Am I empowered? Am I thankful for that? A big YES to both! Working in the U.S. Mission has given me so many opportunities to learn, unlearn, relearn and it is all so exciting. It has molded me into a person who is always keen on knowing the latest and the best. What empowers me …
Read More» My Mother and my daughter empower me. Growing up in America, as the daughter of first generation immigrants from India, I witnessed the struggle of living in an unfamiliar culture but also the ability to persevere and rise above. As a little Indian looking girl in an all-white American community in the south, I was …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy reminds all U.S. citizens traveling and residing in India of Indian customs restrictions that prohibit the import and possession of satellite phones and ammunition. Some foreign travelers have been arrested and prosecuted for possession of these prohibited items on arrival to or departure from India. For further information on Indian customs regulations, …
Read More» U.S. Embassy consular services will continue to function during the lapse in Congressional appropriations. If you have a scheduled visa interview or American Citizen Services appointment, please arrive at the Embassy at your designated time.
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American Citizen Services (ACS) invites U.S. citizens to join us for “Chai and Chat” on Thursday, December 14th from 3:45p.m. – 5:30p.m. In this informational session, guests will be able to meet with ACS staff, ask questions, receive information about our services, and register with the Embassy. Our guest speaker, one of the Embassy’s own …
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The U.S. Consulate Mumbai will remain closed today, Wednesday, August 30, 2017. All non-emergency appointments will be rescheduled.
Read More» Q1. Who is subject to the suspension of entry under the Executive Order? Per the Executive Order and the June 14 Presidential Memorandum, the temporary suspension of entry applies, with limited exceptions, only to foreign nationals from Sudan, Syria, Iran, Libya, Somalia, and Yemen, who are outside the United States as of June 26, 2017, …
Read More» Contact: Ashley Etienne/Caroline Behringer, 202-226-7616 Washington, D.C. – House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi is leading a bipartisan Congressional delegation visit to India, Nepal, Germany and Belgium focusing on national security, the global economy, bilateral and multilateral relations, and human rights. “Our bipartisan delegation travels at a vital time in the U.S. relationship with India, Nepal …
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UNITED STATES MISSION TO THE UNITED NATIONS Office of Press and Public Diplomacy Ambassador Nikki Haley met with Ambassador Syed Akbaruddin, India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations. They discussed peacekeeping reform and India’s economic and anticorruption reforms that have helped businesses and spurred growth. They also discussed the close ties between the two countries …
Read More» Past efforts have failed to halt North Korea’s unlawful weapons programs and nuclear and ballistic missile tests. With each provocation, North Korea jeopardizes stability in Northeast Asia and poses a growing threat to our Allies and the U.S. homeland. North Korea’s pursuit of nuclear weapons is an urgent national security threat and top foreign policy priority. Upon assuming office, President Trump ordered a thorough …
Read More» UNITED STATES MISSION TO THE UNITED NATIONS Office of Press and Public Diplomacy Today the United States was proud to co-sponsor a resolution that was adopted requiring public meetings of the United Nations Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) Committee to be webcast. This change will bring to light those countries that seek to block United Nations access …
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Exchange Alumni across South and Central Asia gathered in Kathmandu for the first Alumni Thematic International Exchange Seminar (AlumniTIES) during December 5-9, 2016. 11 Indian and three Bhutanese alumni participated to discuss how the business climate for women’s entrepreneurship can be strengthened in the region. #ExchangesAre building bridges to empower women! Read more here .
Read More» The Trump Administration is committed to a foreign policy focused on American interests and American national security. Peace through strength will be at the center of that foreign policy. This principle will make possible a stable, more peaceful world with less conflict and more common ground. Defeating ISIS and other radical Islamic terror groups will …
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Congratulations to International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) alumnus Dr. Tamorish Kole, Senior Consultant and Head, Department of Emergency Medicine, Max Healthcare, and all at the National Disaster Management Authority of India who worked for over two years on the National Hospital Safety Guidelines for India released earlier this year. During his visit to the U.S. on a professional exchange …
Read More» As we head into holiday season, please be reminded that recent Indian media reports indicate ISIL’s desire to attack targets in India. The U.S. Embassy warns of an increased threat to places in India frequented by Westerners, such as religious sites, markets, and festival venues. All U.S. citizens are reminded to maintain a high level …
Read More» First Secretary for Exchanges and Education, Mr. Matthew Asada, visited Dehradun to meet with exchange alumni and visit education institutions on December 6, 2016. After visiting Welham Girls’ School and The Doon School , he met with a group of Dehradun Exchange Alumni. These alumni and their partner organization, SPECS, are leading a #AEIF2016 project Lighting Up Lives that will train …
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The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers hosted a workshop in New Delhi today with leaders from government, development banks, the IT sector, civil society and private industry to discuss digital connectivity and broadband access as part of the Global Connect Initiative. In September 2015, the Department of State launched the Global Connect Initiative which …
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(As Prepared for Delivery) Thank you for that kind introduction. It’s a great pleasure to be here at this workshop with such an impressive group of law enforcement officials and experts. I understand we have participants from a number of countries, including India, Bangladesh, the United Kingdom, and the United States. I’d like to especially …
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