New Delhi, Aug. 8 -- India has rejected the objections raised by a US lawmaker on the proposed Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, saying that its legislative matters are its internal affairs in which the decisions are taken by the Parliament. External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said this during a media briefing in New Delhi while replying to a question in this regard. Mr Jaiswal pointed out that there are several nations, including the US, which regulate the flow of foreign funds.

On safety and security of Indian vessels and seafarers, Mr Jaiswal said, New Delhi attaches high priority to the issue. He said, Indian Missions all across the Gulf region are in constant contact with the Ministry of Shipping a...