Foreign relations definitely not a state subject: MEA on Kerala appointing ‘foreign secretary’

New Delhi, July 25 (UNI) State governments should not intrude into matters that are beyond their constitutional jurisdiction, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday, in response to the Kerala government appointing a secretary for “external cooperation”. “The Constitution of India under the 7th Schedule list 1- Union list, item 10, clearly specifies…

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MEA says it received protest note from Bangladesh on Mamata Banerjee offering shelter

New Delhi, July 25 (UNI) The Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday confirmed that Bangladesh has officially conveyed its objection to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s statement offering shelter to people affected by the violent anti-quota protests in the neighbouring country. “I can confirm that we have received a diplomatic note from the Bangladeshi…

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