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<p>India and Kuwait are set to firm up ties with the visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a first by an Indian prime minister to the West Asian country in 43 years. The last visit to Kuwait was by the then Indian prime minister Indira Gandhi in 1981.</p></p>
<p>Announcing the visit, India's Ministry of External Affairs earlier this week said, "India and Kuwait share traditionally close and friendly relations which are rooted in history and have been underpinned by economic and strong people to people linkages...The visit will provide an opportunity to further strengthen the multifaceted ties between India and Kuwait."</p>
<p>During the visit on 21st-2nd December, Modi will hold discussions with the leadership of Kuwait. </p>
<p>Several pillars to the ties, from trade to history to diaspora, will be on focus. </p>
<h2><b>History of India-Kuwait relations</b></h2>
<p>India and Kuwait formally established ties in 1961, but the relationship goes back in history. Pre-oil Kuwait had significant maritime trade with India which was the backbone of its economy.</p>
<p>Wooden dhows from Kuwait used to come to India, carrying with it pearls. Arabian horses and pearls were traded for wood, cereals, clothes and spices. The Indian rupee remained legal tender in Kuwait until 1961.</p>
<h2><b>Political ties between India and Kuwait </b></h2>
<p>Initially, after establishment of ties in 1961, Delhi was represented by a Trade Commissioner. From the Indian side, Vice President Dr Zakir Husain (1965), Prime Minister Indira Gandhi (1981) and Vice President Hamid Ansari (2009) visited the country.</p>
<p>From Kuwait, Crown Prince and Prime Minister Sheikh Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah (1964), Amir Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (1980) and again in 1983 (for the NAM Summit); Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (2006); Prime Minister Sheikh Jaber Al-Mubarak Al-Hamad Al-Sabah (2013) visited India.</p>
<p>The last high-level visit from either side was that of the Prime Minister of Kuwait to India in 2013.</p>
<p>PM Modi and Kuwait’s Crown Prince met on the sidelines of UNGA in September 2024.</p>
<p>External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar travelled to Kuwait on 18 August 2024, while Kuwait FM Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya travelled to India earlier this month.</p>
<p><strong>Watch:India: PM Modi Hits Back At Congress Over 'Emergency' In Parliament</strong></p>
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<p>During Yahya's visit, he called on Modi as well, and it was during this visit that the Indian PM was invited to the country.</p>
<p>Both foreign ministers also met on the sidelines of first India-GCC Strategic Dialogue Committee meeting in Riyadh on 9 September 2024.</p>
<h2><b>Trade ties between India and Kuwait</b></h2>
<p>Kuwait is among India’s top trading partners, with bilateral trade valued at USD 10.47 billion in FY 2023-24.</p>
<p>Kuwait is India’s 6th largest crude supplier, meeting 3 per cent of the country’s energy needs.</p>
<p>Indian exports to Kuwait reached USD 2 billion for the first time, while investments by the Kuwait Investment Authority in India exceed USD 10 billion.</p>
<h2><b>Indian diaspora in Kuwait</b></h2>
<p>Indians form the largest expatriate community in Kuwait, numbering around 1 million and  present across various sectors.</p>
<p>The Indian community is the ‘living bridge’ between the two countries. Kuwait's national radio in April this year launched a weekly Hindi radio programme. A Hindi Chair at the Gulf University for Science and Technology was established in September of this year.</p>
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<p>Over 200 Indian associations actively organise socio-cultural and humanitarian initiatives.</p>
<p>There are 26 CBSE-affiliated schools serving over 60,000 students, predominantly of Indian origin.</p>
<p>The two nations signed an MoU on recruitment of domestic workers in 2021, which would streamline their recruitment process and provide them with legal protections.</p>
<p>Cultural events like ‘Splendors of India’ and ‘Namaste Kuwait’ (2022), ‘Festival of India’ (2023) have taken place in the country. </p>
<p>During the visit, PM Modi will be addressing the diaspora.</p>
<h2><b>Energy ties between India and Kuwait</b></h2>
<p>Kuwait is one of India's top suppliers of crude oil and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). During FY 2023-24, Kuwait was the 9th largest oil supplier with about 3 per cent of India’s total energy needs.</p>
<p>The two sides have a Joint Working Group on Hydrocarbons, a mechanism to ensure a stable energy partnership.</p>
<p>There's an ongoing interest from Kuwait to invest in India's energy sector and Strategic Petroleum Reserves.</p>
<h2><strong>Geopolitical impact</strong></h2>
<p>The upcoming visit of PM Modi to Kuwait will be closely watched since it comes at a time when West Asia has been in turmoil.</p>
<p>India is expected to restate its policy on Palestine. Delhi has supported a negotiated two-state solution to the Israel-Palestine issue. This refers to  the establishment of a sovereign, independent and viable state of Palestine within secure and recognised borders, living side by side in peace with Israel.</p>
<p>Modi's visit is also the first vby an Indian PM to the country since Iraq's invasion of Kuwait in 1990. The stance of Delhi back then had irked Kuwait.</p>
<h2><strong>PM Modi's visit to West Asia since 2014</strong></h2>
<p>PM Modi has already travelled to several West Asian countries since 2014, when he first took charge.</p>
<p>These include UAE to which he travelled the maximum number of times in the region: 2015, 2018, 2019, 2022 and 2024.</p>
<p>Other places he has travelled in the region include, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Jordan, Israel and Palestinian territories.</p>
<p>Several of these have conferred PM Modi their highest awards, which include Saudi Arabia in 2016, UAE in 2019 and Palestine in 2018.</p>


India and Kuwait formally established ties in 1961, but the relationship goes back in history. Pre-oil Kuwait had significant maritime trade with India which was the backbone of its economy



New Delhi India and Kuwait are set to firm up ties with the visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a first by an Indian prime minister to the West Asian country in 43 years. The last visit to Kuwait was by the then Indian prime minister Indira Gandhi in 1981. Announcing the visit, India's Ministry of External Affairs earlier this week said, "India and Kuwait share traditionally close and friendly relations which are rooted in history and have been underpinned by economic and strong people to people linkages...The visit will provide an opportunity to further strengthen the multifaceted ties between India and Kuwait." During the visit on 21st-2nd December, Modi will hold discussions with the leadership of Kuwait. Several pillars to the ties, from trade to history to diaspora, will be on focus. History of India-Kuwait relations India and Kuwait formally established ties in 1961, but the relationship goes back in history. Pre-oil Kuwait had significant maritime trade with India which was the backbone of its economy. Wooden dhows from Kuwait used to come to India, carrying with it pearls. Arabian horses and pearls were traded for wood, cereals, clothes and spices. The Indian rupee remained legal tender in Kuwait until 1961. Political ties between India and Kuwait Initially, after establishment of ties in 1961, Delhi was represented by a Trade Commissioner. From the Indian side, Vice President Dr Zakir Husain (1965), Prime Minister Indira Gandhi (1981) and Vice President Hamid Ansari (2009) visited the country. From Kuwait, Crown Prince and Prime Minister Sheikh Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah (1964), Amir Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (1980) and again in 1983 (for the NAM Summit); Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (2006); Prime Minister Sheikh Jaber Al-Mubarak Al-Hamad Al-Sabah (2013) visited India. The last high-level visit from either side was that of the Prime Minister of Kuwait to India in 2013. PM Modi and Kuwait’s Crown Prince met on the sidelines of UNGA in September 2024. External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar travelled to Kuwait on 18 August 2024, while Kuwait FM Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya travelled to India earlier this month. Watch:India: PM Modi Hits Back At Congress Over 'Emergency' In Parliament × During Yahya's visit, he called on Modi as well, and it was during this visit that the Indian PM was invited to the country. Both foreign ministers also met on the sidelines of first India-GCC Strategic Dialogue Committee meeting in Riyadh on 9 September 2024. Trade ties between India and Kuwait Kuwait is among India’s top trading partners, with bilateral trade valued at USD 10.47 billion in FY 2023-24. Kuwait is India’s 6th largest crude supplier, meeting 3 per cent of the country’s energy needs. Indian exports to Kuwait reached USD 2 billion for the first time, while investments by the Kuwait Investment Authority in India exceed USD 10 billion. Indian diaspora in Kuwait Indians form the largest expatriate community in Kuwait, numbering around 1 million and present across various sectors. The Indian community is the ‘living bridge’ between the two countries. Kuwait's national radio in April this year launched a weekly Hindi radio programme. A Hindi Chair at the Gulf University for Science and Technology was established in September of this year. Also read: Modi to visit Kuwait from Dec 21-22, marking first trip of Indian PM to nation in 43 years Over 200 Indian associations actively organise socio-cultural and humanitarian initiatives. There are 26 CBSE-affiliated schools serving over 60,000 students, predominantly of Indian origin. The two nations signed an MoU on recruitment of domestic workers in 2021, which would streamline their recruitment process and provide them with legal protections. Cultural events like ‘Splendors of India’ and ‘Namaste Kuwait’ (2022), ‘Festival of India’ (2023) have taken place in the country. During the visit, PM Modi will be addressing the diaspora. Energy ties between India and Kuwait Kuwait is one of India's top suppliers of crude oil and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). During FY 2023-24, Kuwait was the 9th largest oil supplier with about 3 per cent of India’s total energy needs. The two sides have a Joint Working Group on Hydrocarbons, a mechanism to ensure a stable energy partnership. There's an ongoing interest from Kuwait to invest in India's energy sector and Strategic Petroleum Reserves. Geopolitical impact The upcoming visit of PM Modi to Kuwait will be closely watched since it comes at a time when West Asia has been in turmoil. India is expected to restate its policy on Palestine. Delhi has supported a negotiated two-state solution to the Israel-Palestine issue. This refers to the establishment of a sovereign, independent and viable state of Palestine within secure and recognised borders, living side by side in peace with Israel. Modi's visit is also the first vby an Indian PM to the country since Iraq's invasion of Kuwait in 1990. The stance of Delhi back then had irked Kuwait. PM Modi's visit to West Asia since 2014 PM Modi has already travelled to several West Asian countries since 2014, when he first took charge. These include UAE to which he travelled the maximum number of times in the region: 2015, 2018, 2019, 2022 and 2024. Other places he has travelled in the region include, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Jordan, Israel and Palestinian territories. Several of these have conferred PM Modi their highest awards, which include Saudi Arabia in 2016, UAE in 2019 and Palestine in 2018.

Explainer: India, Kuwait to boost ties with PM Modi's visit - Why it is significant

PM Modi's visit to Kuwait marks the first time in four decades that an Indian Prime Minister has visited the country. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral ties and enhance cooperation in various sectors.

India, Kuwait To Boost Ties With PM Modi's Visit, Why It Is Significant? | WION Dispatch

<p>India and Kuwait are set to firm up ties with the visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a first by&nbsp;an Indian prime minister to the West Asian country in 43 years. The last visit to Kuwait was by the then Indian prime minister Indira Gandhi in 1981.</p>

<p>Announcing&nbsp;the visit, India's Ministry of External Affairs earlier this week said, "India and Kuwait share traditionally close and friendly relations which are rooted in history and have been underpinned by economic and strong people to people linkages...The visit will provide an opportunity to further strengthen the multifaceted ties between India and Kuwait."</p>

<p>During the visit on&nbsp;21st-2nd December, Modi will hold discussions with the leadership of Kuwait.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Several pillars to the ties, from trade to history to diaspora, will be on focus.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><b>History of India-Kuwait relations</b></h2>

<p>India and Kuwait formally established ties in 1961, but the&nbsp;relationship goes back in history. Pre-oil Kuwait had significant maritime trade with India which was the backbone of its economy.</p>

<p>Wooden dhows from Kuwait used to come to India, carrying with it pearls. Arabian horses and pearls were traded for wood, cereals, clothes and spices. The Indian rupee remained legal tender in Kuwait until 1961.</p>

<h2><b>Political ties between India and Kuwait&nbsp;</b></h2>

<p>Initially, after establishment of ties in 1961, Delhi was&nbsp;represented by a Trade Commissioner. From the Indian side, Vice President Dr Zakir Husain (1965), Prime Minister Indira Gandhi (1981) and Vice President Hamid Ansari (2009) visited the country.</p>

<p>From Kuwait, Crown Prince and Prime Minister Sheikh Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah (1964), Amir Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (1980) and again in 1983 (for the NAM Summit); Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (2006); Prime Minister Sheikh Jaber Al-Mubarak Al-Hamad Al-Sabah (2013) visited India.</p>

<p>The last high-level visit from either side was that of the Prime Minister of Kuwait to India in 2013.<br />
<br />
PM Modi and Kuwait’s Crown Prince met on the sidelines of UNGA in September 2024.</p>

<p>External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar travelled to Kuwait on 18 August 2024, while Kuwait FM Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya travelled to India earlier this month.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:India: PM Modi Hits Back At Congress Over 'Emergency' In Parliament</strong></p>

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<p>During Yahya's visit, he called on Modi as well, and it was during this visit that the Indian PM was invited to the country.</p>

<p>Both foreign ministers also met on the sidelines of first India-GCC Strategic Dialogue Committee meeting in Riyadh on 9 September 2024.</p>

<h2><b>Trade ties between India and Kuwait</b></h2>

<p>Kuwait is among India’s top trading partners, with bilateral trade valued at USD 10.47 billion in FY 2023-24.</p>

<p>Kuwait is India’s 6th largest crude supplier, meeting 3 per cent of the country’s energy needs.</p>

<p>Indian exports to Kuwait reached USD 2 billion for the first time, while investments by the Kuwait Investment Authority in India exceed USD 10 billion.</p>

<h2><b>Indian diaspora in Kuwait</b></h2>

<p>Indians form the largest expatriate community in Kuwait, numbering around 1 million and&nbsp; present across various sectors.</p>

<p>The Indian community is the&nbsp;‘living bridge’ between the two countries. Kuwait's national radio in April this year launched a weekly Hindi radio programme. A&nbsp;Hindi Chair at the Gulf University for Science and Technology was established in September of this year.</p>

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<p>Over 200 Indian associations actively organise socio-cultural and humanitarian initiatives.</p>

<p>There are 26 CBSE-affiliated schools serving over 60,000 students, predominantly of Indian origin.</p>

<p>The two nations signed an MoU on recruitment of domestic workers in 2021, which would streamline their recruitment process and provide them with legal protections.</p>

<p>Cultural events like ‘Splendors of India’ and ‘Namaste Kuwait’ (2022), ‘Festival of India’ (2023) have taken place in the country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During the visit, PM Modi will be addressing the diaspora.</p>

<h2><b>Energy ties between India and Kuwait</b></h2>

<p>Kuwait is one of India's top suppliers of crude oil and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). During FY 2023-24, Kuwait was the 9th largest oil supplier with about 3 per cent of India’s total energy needs.</p>

<p>The two sides have a Joint Working Group on Hydrocarbons, a mechanism to ensure a stable energy partnership.</p>

<p>There's an ongoing interest from Kuwait to invest in India's energy sector and Strategic Petroleum Reserves.</p>

<h2><strong>Geopolitical impact</strong></h2>

<p>The upcoming visit of PM Modi to Kuwait will be closely watched since it comes at a time when West Asia has been in turmoil.</p>

<p>India is expected to restate its policy on Palestine. Delhi has&nbsp;supported a negotiated two-state solution to the Israel-Palestine issue. This refers to&nbsp; the establishment of a sovereign, independent and viable state of Palestine within secure and recognised borders, living side by side in peace with Israel.</p>

<p>Modi's visit is also the first vby an Indian PM to the country since Iraq's invasion of Kuwait in 1990. The stance of Delhi back then had irked Kuwait.</p>

<h2><strong>PM Modi's visit to West Asia since 2014</strong></h2>

<p>PM Modi has already travelled to several West Asian countries since 2014, when he first took charge.</p>

<p>These include UAE to which he travelled the maximum number of times in the region: 2015, 2018, 2019, 2022 and 2024.</p>

<p>Other places he has travelled in the region include, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Jordan, Israel and Palestinian territories.</p>

<p>Several of these have conferred PM Modi their highest awards, which include Saudi Arabia in 2016, UAE in 2019 and Palestine in 2018.</p>


India and Kuwait are set to firm up ties with the visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a first by an Indian prime minister to the West Asian country in 43 years.

India and Kuwait are set to firm up ties with the visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a first by an Indian prime minister to the West Asian country in 43 years. The last visit to Kuwait was by the then Indian prime minister Indira Gandhi in 1981. Announcing the visit, India's Ministry of External Affairs earlier this week said, "India and Kuwait share traditionally close and friendly relations which are rooted in history and have been underpinned by economic and strong people to people linkages...The visit will provide an opportunity to further strengthen the multifaceted ties between India and Kuwait." During the visit on 21st-2nd December, Modi will hold discussions with the leadership of Kuwait. Several pillars to the ties, from trade to history to diaspora, will be on focus. History of India-Kuwait relations India and Kuwait formally established ties in 1961, but the relationship goes back in history. Pre-oil Kuwait had significant maritime trade with India which was the backbone of its economy. Wooden dhows from Kuwait used to come to India, carrying with it pearls. Arabian horses and pearls were traded for wood, cereals, clothes and spices. The Indian rupee remained legal tender in Kuwait until 1961. Political ties between India and Kuwait Initially, after establishment of ties in 1961, Delhi was represented by a Trade Commissioner. From the Indian side, Vice President Dr Zakir Husain (1965), Prime Minister Indira Gandhi (1981) and Vice President Hamid Ansari (2009) visited the country. From Kuwait, Crown Prince and Prime Minister Sheikh Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah (1964), Amir Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (1980) and again in 1983 (for the NAM Summit); Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (2006); Prime Minister Sheikh Jaber Al-Mubarak Al-Hamad Al-Sabah (2013) visited India. The last high-level visit from either side was that of the Prime Minister of Kuwait to India in 2013. PM Modi and Kuwait’s Crown Prince met on the sidelines of UNGA in September 2024. External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar travelled to Kuwait on 18 August 2024, while Kuwait FM Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya travelled to India earlier this month. Watch:India: PM Modi Hits Back At Congress Over 'Emergency' In Parliament × During Yahya's visit, he called on Modi as well, and it was during this visit that the Indian PM was invited to the country. Both foreign ministers also met on the sidelines of first India-GCC Strategic Dialogue Committee meeting in Riyadh on 9 September 2024. Trade ties between India and Kuwait Kuwait is among India’s top trading partners, with bilateral trade valued at USD 10.47 billion in FY 2023-24. Kuwait is India’s 6th largest crude supplier, meeting 3 per cent of the country’s energy needs. Indian exports to Kuwait reached USD 2 billion for the first time, while investments by the Kuwait Investment Authority in India exceed USD 10 billion. Indian diaspora in Kuwait Indians form the largest expatriate community in Kuwait, numbering around 1 million and present across various sectors. The Indian community is the ‘living bridge’ between the two countries. Kuwait's national radio in April this year launched a weekly Hindi radio programme. A Hindi Chair at the Gulf University for Science and Technology was established in September of this year. Also read: Modi to visit Kuwait from Dec 21-22, marking first trip of Indian PM to nation in 43 years Over 200 Indian associations actively organise socio-cultural and humanitarian initiatives. There are 26 CBSE-affiliated schools serving over 60,000 students, predominantly of Indian origin. The two nations signed an MoU on recruitment of domestic workers in 2021, which would streamline their recruitment process and provide them with legal protections. Cultural events like ‘Splendors of India’ and ‘Namaste Kuwait’ (2022), ‘Festival of India’ (2023) have taken place in the country. During the visit, PM Modi will be addressing the diaspora. Energy ties between India and Kuwait Kuwait is one of India's top suppliers of crude oil and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). During FY 2023-24, Kuwait was the 9th largest oil supplier with about 3 per cent of India’s total energy needs. The two sides have a Joint Working Group on Hydrocarbons, a mechanism to ensure a stable energy partnership. There's an ongoing interest from Kuwait to invest in India's energy sector and Strategic Petroleum Reserves. Geopolitical impact The upcoming visit of PM Modi to Kuwait will be closely watched since it comes at a time when West Asia has been in turmoil. India is expected to restate its policy on Palestine. Delhi has supported a negotiated two-state solution to the Israel-Palestine issue. This refers to the establishment of a sovereign, independent and viable state of Palestine within secure and recognised borders, living side by side in peace with Israel. Modi's visit is also the first vby an Indian PM to the country since Iraq's invasion of Kuwait in 1990. The stance of Delhi back then had irked Kuwait. PM Modi's visit to West Asia since 2014 PM Modi has already travelled to several West Asian countries since 2014, when he first took charge. These include UAE to which he travelled the maximum number of times in the region: 2015, 2018, 2019, 2022 and 2024. Other places he has travelled in the region include, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Jordan, Israel and Palestinian territories. Several of these have conferred PM Modi their highest awards, which include Saudi Arabia in 2016, UAE in 2019 and Palestine in 2018.

<p>The 13-hour horrific ordeal of nearly 60 Indian passengers, who were stranded in Kuwait, came to an end as a Gulf Air flight to Manchester finally departed at 4:34 am (local time) on Monday (Dec 2).</p>

<p>Confirming the departure of the flight, the Embassy of India in a post on X said, "Embassy team was on the ground till the flight departed."</p>

<p>The Indian passengers, who were travelling from Mumbai to Manchester, had to face severe problems after the airlines unexpectedly diverted their flight to Kuwait.</p>

<h2><strong>Passengers complain about no assistance in Kuwait</strong></h2>

<p>As per the media reports, the passengers were stranded at the airport and were not provided food, accommodation or basic assistance.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="Air India flight with 141 passengers lands safely after mid-air emergency">Air India flight with 141 passengers lands safely after mid-air emergency</a></p>

<p>In a video shared on the social media platform, passengers were seen arguing with the airport authorities regarding the delay and appeared frustrated after hearing the response of the airline.</p>

<p>Some passengers also accused Gulf Air of providing accommodation to passengers who were from the UK, the US and the European Union and neglecting the Indian travellers.</p>

<p>One of the stranded passengers, Arzoo Singh claimed that they were not able to leave the airport because they did not have a transit visa.&nbsp;</p>

<p>When passengers started sharing about the ordeal on social media, the situation escalated and the Indian Embassy in Kuwait intervened.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Foreign Destinations Eye India’s Travelers</strong></p>

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<p>"After we raised the issue on social media, senior officials from the Indian Embassy in Kuwait reached out to the Indian passengers stuck at the airport," said Arzoo Singh, while speaking to news agency ANI.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, another passenger Shivansh wrote on X, "Reading <em>Why Bharat Matters </em>while getting stuck in Kuwait without any help.</p>

<p>"All British passport holders got their hotels sorted with on-arrival visas, while Indian passport holders have been left stranded without any info, food, or any kind of help. Please help and provide us with a visa so that at least we can get a hotel and wait for the next flight."</p>

<p>According to the reports, the airlines made the announcement of diversion just 20 minutes before they landed in Kuwait.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As the situation escalated, the Indian Embassy connected with the airlines and confirmed that the Gulf Air flight had been rescheduled for Manchester at 3:30 am on December 2.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The 13-hour horrific ordeal of nearly 60 Indian passengers, who were stranded in Kuwait, came to an end as a Gulf Air flight to Manchester finally departed at 4:34 am (local time) on Monday (Dec 2).

The 13-hour horrific ordeal of nearly 60 Indian passengers, who were stranded in Kuwait, came to an end as a Gulf Air flight to Manchester finally departed at 4:34 am (local time) on Monday (Dec 2). Confirming the departure of the flight, the Embassy of India in a post on X said, "Embassy team was on the ground till the flight departed." The Indian passengers, who were travelling from Mumbai to Manchester, had to face severe problems after the airlines unexpectedly diverted their flight to Kuwait. Passengers complain about no assistance in Kuwait As per the media reports, the passengers were stranded at the airport and were not provided food, accommodation or basic assistance. Also Read: Air India flight with 141 passengers lands safely after mid-air emergency In a video shared on the social media platform, passengers were seen arguing with the airport authorities regarding the delay and appeared frustrated after hearing the response of the airline. Some passengers also accused Gulf Air of providing accommodation to passengers who were from the UK, the US and the European Union and neglecting the Indian travellers. One of the stranded passengers, Arzoo Singh claimed that they were not able to leave the airport because they did not have a transit visa. When passengers started sharing about the ordeal on social media, the situation escalated and the Indian Embassy in Kuwait intervened. Watch: Foreign Destinations Eye India’s Travelers "After we raised the issue on social media, senior officials from the Indian Embassy in Kuwait reached out to the Indian passengers stuck at the airport," said Arzoo Singh, while speaking to news agency ANI. Meanwhile, another passenger Shivansh wrote on X, "Reading Why Bharat Matters while getting stuck in Kuwait without any help. "All British passport holders got their hotels sorted with on-arrival visas, while Indian passport holders have been left stranded without any info, food, or any kind of help. Please help and provide us with a visa so that at least we can get a hotel and wait for the next flight." According to the reports, the airlines made the announcement of diversion just 20 minutes before they landed in Kuwait. As the situation escalated, the Indian Embassy connected with the airlines and confirmed that the Gulf Air flight had been rescheduled for Manchester at 3:30 am on December 2. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>An Indian family of four lost their lives after a fire broke out at their home in Abbassia, Kuwait on Friday (Jul 19) night. The tragic incident transpired after the family had returned to the Middle Eastern nation after completing their vacation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The victims were identified as Matthews Mulackal, his wife Lini Abraham and their two children. The family hailed from&nbsp;Neerattupuram in the Alappuzha district of the southern Indian state of Kerala.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to <em>The&nbsp;Arab Times, </em>the fire was caused by a short circuit in the air-conditioner and broke out around 8:00 pm (local time) in the family's second-floor apartment.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The family had been living in Kuwait for the last 15 years according to one of the relatives of the deceased.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Mathew has been working there for the past 15 years. His wife is a nurse. The children are studying there. They left after their vacation on Thursday night from Nedumbassery."</p>

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<h2><strong>Embassy issues statement</strong></h2>

<p>The Indian embassy in Kuwait took note of the incident and shared its&nbsp;'deepest condolences' with the family of the victims.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Embassy @indembkwt expresses its deepest condolences on the tragic demise of Mr Mathews Mulackal, his wife and 2 children due to fire in his flat in Abassiya yesterday night. Embassy is in touch with his family and will ensure early repatriation of mortal remains," read the post on X (formerly Twitter).&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Embassy <a href="https://twitter.com/indembkwt?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@indembkwt</a> expresses its deepest condolences on the tragic demise of Mr Mathews Mulackal, his wife and 2 children due to fire in his flat in Abassiya yesterday night. Embassy is in touch with his family and will ensure early repatriation of mortal remains. <a href="https://twitter.com/DrSJaishankar?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DrSJaishankar</a></p>
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<p>The incident took place days after a devastating&nbsp;fire in the southern city of Mangaf in Kuwait killed 45 Indian nationals.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The building, which housed&nbsp;nearly 195 labourers from the nearby commercial area, was home to people from the southern Indian states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu as well as from northern India, as per Indian local media reports.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Among the 45 deceased, 23&nbsp;hailed from Kerala, seven from TN, two each from Andhra&nbsp;Pradesh and Odisha, while one each came from Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, West Bengal and Uttar Pradesh.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Deputy Prime Minister Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah&nbsp;criticised the real estate owners and attributed the tragedy to their negligence.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em>&nbsp;</p>


An Indian family of four lost their lives after a fire broke out at their home in Abbassia, Kuwait on Friday (Jul 19) night. The tragic incident transpired after the family had returned to the Middle Eastern nation after completing their vacation.

An Indian family of four lost their lives after a fire broke out at their home in Abbassia, Kuwait on Friday (Jul 19) night. The tragic incident transpired after the family had returned to the Middle Eastern nation after completing their vacation. The victims were identified as Matthews Mulackal, his wife Lini Abraham and their two children. The family hailed from Neerattupuram in the Alappuzha district of the southern Indian state of Kerala. According to The Arab Times, the fire was caused by a short circuit in the air-conditioner and broke out around 8:00 pm (local time) in the family's second-floor apartment. The family had been living in Kuwait for the last 15 years according to one of the relatives of the deceased. "Mathew has been working there for the past 15 years. His wife is a nurse. The children are studying there. They left after their vacation on Thursday night from Nedumbassery." Also read | US: Indian-origin family of four found dead in California, two suffered gunshot wounds Embassy issues statement The Indian embassy in Kuwait took note of the incident and shared its 'deepest condolences' with the family of the victims. "Embassy @indembkwt expresses its deepest condolences on the tragic demise of Mr Mathews Mulackal, his wife and 2 children due to fire in his flat in Abassiya yesterday night. Embassy is in touch with his family and will ensure early repatriation of mortal remains," read the post on X (formerly Twitter). Embassy @indembkwt expresses its deepest condolences on the tragic demise of Mr Mathews Mulackal, his wife and 2 children due to fire in his flat in Abassiya yesterday night. Embassy is in touch with his family and will ensure early repatriation of mortal remains. @DrSJaishankar — India in Kuwait (@indembkwt) July 20, 2024 × Watch | Kuwait fire: About 50 people hospitalised after the fire × The incident took place days after a devastating fire in the southern city of Mangaf in Kuwait killed 45 Indian nationals. The building, which housed nearly 195 labourers from the nearby commercial area, was home to people from the southern Indian states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu as well as from northern India, as per Indian local media reports. Among the 45 deceased, 23 hailed from Kerala, seven from TN, two each from Andhra Pradesh and Odisha, while one each came from Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, West Bengal and Uttar Pradesh. Deputy Prime Minister Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah criticised the real estate owners and attributed the tragedy to their negligence. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian family of four killed in apartment fire in Kuwait

<p>Several foreign nationals, especially bachelors, were abruptly evicted from their homes in Kuwait after authorities enforced building code violations and cut off electricity supply to three properties in the Bnied Al-Gar area, according to a media report on Monday.</p>

<p>The development came days after 50 people, including 46 Indians, died in a massive building fire which Kuwaiti authorities said was due to an electrical short circuit in the room of the guard on the ground floor of the structure.</p>

<p>Several bachelor expats in Bnied Al-Gar were abruptly evicted and left on the streets after authorities enforced building code violations. Officials cut off electricity and water supplies to three buildings during the scorching summer, where temperatures in Kuwait exceed 45 degrees Celsius, intensifying the residents' distress, the Arab Times newspaper reported.</p>

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<p>The eviction followed a crackdown on properties that failed to meet local regulations. Officials cited serious violations that posed health and safety risks, necessitating immediate action. The sudden disruption left many expats on the streets without shelter at night, it said.</p>

<p>Community leaders are calling for more humane and transparent processes in handling such violations, advocating for a balance between regulatory enforcement and the welfare of foreign nationals.</p>

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<p>In the building fire tragedy that occurred on Wednesday last in Kuwait's southern city of Mangaf, most deaths were due to smoke inhalation while residents in the building were sleeping. The building was home to 196 migrant workers, mostly Indians.</p>

<p>The fire incident has triggered actions against violators of housing regulations.</p>

<p>Indians constitute 21 per cent (1 million) of the total population of Kuwait and 30 per cent of its workforce (approximately 9 lakhs).</p>


Several foreign nationals, especially bachelors, were abruptly evicted from their homes in Kuwait after authorities enforced building code violations and cut off electricity supply to three properties in the Bnied Al-Gar area, according to a media report on Monday.

Several foreign nationals, especially bachelors, were abruptly evicted from their homes in Kuwait after authorities enforced building code violations and cut off electricity supply to three properties in the Bnied Al-Gar area, according to a media report on Monday. The development came days after 50 people, including 46 Indians, died in a massive building fire which Kuwaiti authorities said was due to an electrical short circuit in the room of the guard on the ground floor of the structure. Several bachelor expats in Bnied Al-Gar were abruptly evicted and left on the streets after authorities enforced building code violations. Officials cut off electricity and water supplies to three buildings during the scorching summer, where temperatures in Kuwait exceed 45 degrees Celsius, intensifying the residents' distress, the Arab Times newspaper reported. Also watch | Kuwait Fire Tragedy: India brings back mortal remains of 45 Indians killed in Kuwait fire × The eviction followed a crackdown on properties that failed to meet local regulations. Officials cited serious violations that posed health and safety risks, necessitating immediate action. The sudden disruption left many expats on the streets without shelter at night, it said. Community leaders are calling for more humane and transparent processes in handling such violations, advocating for a balance between regulatory enforcement and the welfare of foreign nationals. Also read | Kuwait building fire: 40 Indians among dozens killed, PM Modi offers condolences In the building fire tragedy that occurred on Wednesday last in Kuwait's southern city of Mangaf, most deaths were due to smoke inhalation while residents in the building were sleeping. The building was home to 196 migrant workers, mostly Indians. The fire incident has triggered actions against violators of housing regulations. Indians constitute 21 per cent (1 million) of the total population of Kuwait and 30 per cent of its workforce (approximately 9 lakhs).

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Authorities in Kuwait have detained three people for suspected manslaughter over a building fire that killed 49 foreign workers especially Indians. Among 49 foreign workers killed in the fire 45 dead Indian victims have been identified.

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An Indian Air Force flight carrying mortal remains of Indian victims in Kuwait fire tragedy reached Kochi. The tragic fire resulted in the deaths of at least 49 migrant workers. Watch this video for all details.

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<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a review meeting on Wednesday (June 12) at his residence in New Delhi to address the tragic fire incident in Kuwait that claimed the lives of several Indian nationals and left many injured.&nbsp;PM Modi announced an ex-gratia relief of Rs 2 lakh ($2395) from the Prime Minister's Relief Fund for the families of the nationals who lost their lives in the unexpected tragedy.</p>

<p>The death toll in the incident has now climbed to 49 from an earlier reported count of 41, in the wake of the examination of the building by forensic teams.</p>

<p>Expressing profound sorrow over the incident, Prime Minister Modi extended his condolences to the families of the deceased and wished for the speedy recovery of the injured.</p>

<p>"Prime Minister directed that Government of India should extend all possible assistance," the press release said.</p>

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<p>He also directed Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh to "immediately travel to Kuwait to oversee the relief measures and facilitate expeditious repatriation of the mortal remains."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier in a post, MoS MEA said, "...We stand with the victims of the Kuwait fire incident, we express our sympathy to them. We had a meeting with PM Modi and tomorrow morning we are travelling to Kuwait. We will take stock of the situation and those who are admitted to the hospital. The identification process of those who have died is underway...The maximum people are from Kerala and other parts of South India..."</p>

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<p>The review meeting was attended by several key officials, including External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, MoS for External Affairs Kirtivardhan Singh, Principal Secretary to PM Modi Pramod Kumar Mishra, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra among others.</p>

<h2><strong>Probe into Kuwait fire&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah has ordered a thorough investigation into the fire at the apartment building in Mangaf. The building housed foreign workers, mostly Indians. Many of those killed, nearly 41, were from the Indian states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu and northern states of India.</p>

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<p>The fire, which began in a kitchen, devastated a six-storey building reportedly housing nearly 200 workers. The building, owned by the NBTC group and managed by Malayali businessman KG Abraham, also housed employees of NBTC's supermarket.</p>
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<p>More than 30 Indian workers were injured. Indian Ambassador to Kuwait Adarsh Swaika visited the Al-Adan hospital to meet with the injured.</p>

<p>The Indian Embassy in Kuwait has established an emergency helpline and urged all concerned to connect over this helpline for updates.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>External Affairs Minister SJ aishankar also expressed shock over the news of the fire incident.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a review meeting on Wednesday (June 12) at his residence in New Delhi to address the tragic fire incident in Kuwait that claimed the lives of several Indian nationals and left many injured.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a review meeting on Wednesday (June 12) at his residence in New Delhi to address the tragic fire incident in Kuwait that claimed the lives of several Indian nationals and left many injured. PM Modi announced an ex-gratia relief of Rs 2 lakh ($2395) from the Prime Minister's Relief Fund for the families of the nationals who lost their lives in the unexpected tragedy. The death toll in the incident has now climbed to 49 from an earlier reported count of 41, in the wake of the examination of the building by forensic teams. Expressing profound sorrow over the incident, Prime Minister Modi extended his condolences to the families of the deceased and wished for the speedy recovery of the injured. "Prime Minister directed that Government of India should extend all possible assistance," the press release said. Also Read | Deadly fire engulfs Thailand's Chatuchak market, kills over 1,000 exotic animals He also directed Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh to "immediately travel to Kuwait to oversee the relief measures and facilitate expeditious repatriation of the mortal remains." Earlier in a post, MoS MEA said, "...We stand with the victims of the Kuwait fire incident, we express our sympathy to them. We had a meeting with PM Modi and tomorrow morning we are travelling to Kuwait. We will take stock of the situation and those who are admitted to the hospital. The identification process of those who have died is underway...The maximum people are from Kerala and other parts of South India..." Also Read | Greek-owned ship, reportedly bound to India, damaged by small vessel in Red Sea The review meeting was attended by several key officials, including External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, MoS for External Affairs Kirtivardhan Singh, Principal Secretary to PM Modi Pramod Kumar Mishra, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra among others. Probe into Kuwait fire Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah has ordered a thorough investigation into the fire at the apartment building in Mangaf. The building housed foreign workers, mostly Indians. Many of those killed, nearly 41, were from the Indian states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu and northern states of India. Watch | Gravitas: Breaking | Another terror attack in Jammu, one jawan injured × The fire, which began in a kitchen, devastated a six-storey building reportedly housing nearly 200 workers. The building, owned by the NBTC group and managed by Malayali businessman KG Abraham, also housed employees of NBTC's supermarket. More than 30 Indian workers were injured. Indian Ambassador to Kuwait Adarsh Swaika visited the Al-Adan hospital to meet with the injured. The Indian Embassy in Kuwait has established an emergency helpline and urged all concerned to connect over this helpline for updates. #WIONFineprint | 49 killed in #Kuwait building fire, several among them were Indians 🔴HELPLINE number: +965-65505246@eriknjoka joined by Sunoj Nambiar, Editor, Indians in Kuwait, for perspective Read more: https://t.co/BfWZA3zd5Z pic.twitter.com/xGhBvQCgHW — WION (@WIONews) June 12, 2024 × External Affairs Minister SJ aishankar also expressed shock over the news of the fire incident. (With inputs from agencies)

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A devastating fire in a building that housed several workers in Kuwait's southern city of Mangaf, resulted in the tragic deaths of at least 41 people in the early hours of Wednesday (June 12), and 40 of them are said to be Indian nationals, including Malayalis.

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