India news feed

Trial of Charles Taylor at the Special Court for Sierra Leone

Wed, 16 May 2012 11:12:34 GMT

Minister for Africa Henry Bellingham has updated Parliament following the judgement against the former President of Liberia Charles Taylor.

New British missions in Hyderabad, Chandigarh announced

Wed, 16 May 2012 10:17:32 GMT

In addition to the British High Commission in New Delhi, the UK already has four Deputy High Commissions elsewhere in India.

Foreign Secretary announces the UK is to open two new diplomatic posts in India

Wed, 16 May 2012 09:34:22 GMT

Foreign Secretary William Hague has announced that the UK will open two Deputy High Commissions in Hyderabad and Chandigarh, bringing the number of UK posts in India to seven.

Foreign Secretary welcomes agreement to end hunger strikes by Palestinian prisoners

Wed, 16 May 2012 08:56:52 GMT

Foreign Secretary William Hague commended all sides for their role in finding a solution which prevents loss of life after Palestinian prisoners agreed to end their hunger strike.

1948 Olympics and Cold War online exhibition

Tue, 15 May 2012 14:06:34 GMT

The Foreign Office Historians have launched their latest online exhibition, which looks at the 1948 Olympics held in London and examines how the Cold War was played out at the Games.

Foreign Secretary invites questions on Afghanistan via Twitter

Tue, 15 May 2012 09:40:03 GMT

In advance of the NATO Conference on Afghanistan in Chicago on 20-21 May, Foreign Secretary William Hague will answer questions about the UK's policy towards Afghanistan via Twitter on Thursday 17 May.

William Hague welcomes extension of EU sanctions against Syrian regime

Tue, 15 May 2012 06:40:58 GMT

The UK fully supports the work of the Joint UN and Arab League Special Envoy to resolve the crisis in Syria.

Foreign Secretary welcomes extension of EU sanctions against Syrian regime

Mon, 14 May 2012 11:33:42 GMT

Speaking after EU Foreign Ministers agreed further sanctions, the Foreign Secretary William Hague said as long as violence continued, the UK would continue to increase pressure on the regime.

Music is GREAT week

Mon, 14 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT

This week, artists, bands and music fans pay tribute to British music through a number of exciting events and appearances. Find out how you can get involved.

Foreign Secretary welcomes latest stage of transition in Afghanistan

Sun, 13 May 2012 14:53:39 GMT

Foreign Secretary William Hague said today's announcement marked another significant development in the transition process from international to Afghan security lead.