Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:57pm on 02 Feb 2024,Friday India Global
India's External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, disclosed in Lok Sabha that 403 Indian students have died abroad since 2018 due to various reasons, with Canada reporting the highest number at 91, followed by the UK with 48. Jaishankar emphasized the government's commitment to the welfare of Indian students abroad. The data provided also showed deaths in countries like Russia, the US, Australia, and Germany. Indian missions prioritize addressing issues faced by students abroad. Meanwhile, India reaffirmed its longstanding support for Palestine's sovereignty and condemned terror attacks on Israel. The 'Neighbourhood First policy' remains central to India's approach to regional relations.
