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Muscat - Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Oman on Wednesday, marking the final leg of his significant three-nation tour. He was received with a formal guard of honour and greeted by senior Omani officials upon his arrival in the Sultanate. During the visit, PM Modi is scheduled to hold high-level talks with His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik. Discussions are expected to focus on the finalisation of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), alongside enhancing cooperation in energy security, defence, and maritime trade. This visit underscores the deep-rooted strategic partnership and the shared vision for regional stability between the two nations.
The Rashtrapati Bhavan will not hold the change of guard ceremony on August 2, 9, and 16. This is because the Ceremonial Battalion will rehearse for upcoming events. These events include a guard of honour for the visiting President of the Philippines, Ferdinand R Marcos Jr. He will visit India from August 4 to 8. There will be no change of guard ceremony on August 2, 9 and 16 at the Rashtrapati Bhavan, an official statement said on Thursday. The change of guard ceremony is a military tradition ...Read More >
Screengrab NEW DELHI: During his visit to Brazil, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was presented with the Grand Collar of the National Order of the Southern Cross, the country's highest civilian honour. Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva conferred the award in a special ceremony held in Brasília. The award recognises PM Modi's efforts to deepen ties between India and Brazil and build strong cooperation at international forums like BRICS, the G20, and the UN. The honour highlights the growing strategic and diplomatic partnership between the two countries, especially in areas like trade, ...Read More >
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday held talks with Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama to explore avenues for strengthening economic, energy, and defence cooperation, as well as broader development partnerships. This marks the first Indian prime ministerial visit to Ghana in nearly three decades. Upon arrival in Accra, Modi received a ceremonial welcome, including a Guard of Honour and a 21-gun salute, from President Mahama, and was warmly greeted by a large gathering of the Indian diaspora. "The historic visit will deepen the partnership between India and Ghana and under ...Read More >
India Independence Day 2025 Live Updates: This will be President Murmu's fourth address on Independence Day eve, and will be streamed live across the nation. 79th Independence Day Celebrations Live Updates: India is gearing up to celebrate its 79th Independence Day on Friday, August 15, with full patriotic fervour. The day commemorates the nation's freedom from over 200 years of British colonial rule, which finally came to an end in 1947. On the occasion, President Droupadi Murmu will deliver her annual address to the nation on Thursday evening. This will be President Murmu's fourth address ...Read More >
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 9 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi for being conferred with Brazil highest national honour, The Grand Collar of the National Order of the Southern Cross. Adityanath called the award a proud moment for all Indians, describing it as a symbol of Bharat growing global stature. Congratulations to Hon. PM Shri @narendramodiJi on being conferred with Brazil highest national honour, The Grand Collar of the National Order of the Southern Cross, Adityanath wrote in a post on X. He further a ...Read More >
HYDERABAD: BRS working president KT Rama Rao on Wednesday described the Supreme Court order on nomination of two MLCs as "a slap in the face of both the Congress and the BJP". The apex court issued an order modifying its earlier interim directive on the nomination of Prof M Kodandaram Reddy and Amer Ali Khan to the state Legislative Council under the Governor's quota. In a press statement, Rama Rao said that the Supreme Court declaring invalid the appointments of Kodandaram and Amer Ali as MLCs under the Governor's quota by the state government was a slap in the face for both the BJP and the ...Read More >
New Delhi: Was it the pitch? Was it the conditions? Was it the bowling? The questions doing the rounds after yet another strange show in good batting conditions by India were many. But with the exception of Shubman Gill, who became just the second Indian captain, after Mohammad Azharuddin, to score hundreds in consecutive matches in England, and Yashasvi Jaiswal, few India batters managed to answer them in a satisfactory manner. After being put into bat by England, India looked like they were in control at various points during the day but then somehow contrived to gift away wickets and end t ...Read More >
Brasilia/New Delhi, July 8 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm welcome from Brazilian President Inacio Lula da Silva at the Alvorada Palace in Brasilia, and was accorded a guard of honour and ceremonial welcome, ahead of their bilateral talks. PM Modi said after the ceremonial welcome that his state visit to Brazil, the first by an Indian Prime Minister in nearly six decades, will add momentum to the bilateral ties. "This state visit to Brazil will add momentum to our bilateral relations." The Brazilian President said in a post on X that the two sides are set to ink important ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 24 (SocialNews.XYZ) A grand event is being planned by the Union Home Ministry on the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas on October 31 in Ekta Nagar in Gujarat to highlight the spirit of harmony and patriotism while celebrating the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, an official said on Friday. The day underscores India's unity, integrity, and national solidarity, while paying tribute to Patel's pivotal role in uniting 562 princely states and laying the foundation of modern India. This year's celebrations will include a grand parade and cultural festival. During the Parade, ...Read More >
Port of Spain/New Delhi, July 3 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Port of Spain, on a two-day visit to Trinidad and Tobago, and in a special gesture, was welcomed at the airport by Prime Minister Kamala Persad Bissessar and the entire cabinet. PM Modi, in a post on X, thanked the T&T PM and her cabinet for the special welcome, and said the visit will further cement bilateral ties between the two nations. "Landed in Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago. I thank Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar, distinguished members of the Cabinet and MPs for the gesture of welcoming me at the ai ...Read More >
New Delhi: Prime Minister Mr Narendra Modi on Wednesday held talks with the President of Ghana Mr John Dramani Mahama during which the two leaders discussed avenues to enhance ties through economic, energy, and defence collaboration, and development partnership. The Prime Minister's visit to Ghana is the first such visit in the last three decades. In a special gesture, on arrival at the airport, PM was received by the President of Ghana and accorded a ceremonial welcome during which he received a Guard of Honour and salute of 21-guns. Huge number of Indian diaspora also gathered to welcome him ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi for being conferred with Brazil's highest national honour, 'The Grand Collar of the National Order of the Southern Cross.' He said that the recognition reflected PM Modi's impactful global leadership. "Congratulations to PM Shri @narendramodiJi on being conferred with Brazil's highest civilian honour, the Grand Collar of the National Order of the Southern Cross," Rajnath Singh said in a post on X. Also Read | ISRO Successfully Conducts 2 Hot Tests of Gaganyaan Service Modul ...Read More >
Lucknow, Dec 17 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying that under his visionary leadership, India's voice, values, and civilisational heritage are gaining renewed recognition and respect on the global stage. Sharing a post on social media on Wednesday, he said that the conferment of Ethiopia's highest civilian award, the Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia, on Prime Minister Modi is a testament to India-Ethiopia's ancient civilisational ties and the growing global partnership between the two countries. It also reflects the Prim ...Read More >
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Mongolian President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa in New Delhi. Modi announced free e-visas for Mongolian citizens. He highlighted India's role as a steadfast partner in Mongolia's development, citing the USD 1.7 billion oil refinery project. The leaders emphasized the spiritual and diplomatic bonds between the two nations, rooted in Buddhism. New Delhi, India has been a "steadfast and reliable partner" in Mongolia's development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi sai ...Read More >
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met King Abdullah II in Amman. They discussed countering terrorism and extremism. Both leaders highlighted Jordan's strong stance against radicalization. They also spoke about Gaza and the need for regional peace. Agreements and MoUs were signed to boost cooperation. Business partnerships and investments were also explored. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday met Jordan's King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein at the Husseiniya Palace in Amman and discussed measures to c ...Read More >
Port of Spain/Hyderabad, July 4 (Maxim News): Prime Minister Narendra Modi's arrival in Trinidad and Tobago was transformed into a vibrant celebration of Indo-Caribbean culture, as members of the Indian diaspora staged a colorful, traditional welcome at Piarco International Airport on Wednesday. Here To Join Us On WhatsApp Dancers in traditional attire, Ramleela performers, and percussionists playing tassa drums lined up to greet the Indian leader. Prime Minister Modi, visibly moved by the warm reception, strolled down the red carpet alongside Trinidad's Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar ...Read More >
PM Modi is in Oman for a 2-day visit marking 70 years of India-Oman ties. The trip's central focus is the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), a trade pact expected to double bilateral trade and boost energy and food security. In the third and final leg of his three-nation visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Oman on December 17-18. This trip, which marks 70 years since the establishment of diplomatic ties between India and Oman, focuses on strengthening business and st ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 17 (ANI): In the third and final leg of his three-nation visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Oman on December 17-18. This trip, which marks 70 years since the establishment of diplomatic ties between India and Oman, focuses on strengthening business and strategic relations between the two countries. Industry experts point to the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) as the central point of discussion. The proposed CEPA, a major trade agreement, is expected to quickly and easily double the trade between the two nations within the next two or ...Read More >
Ernakulam (Kerala) [India], October 16 (ANI): Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, on behalf of the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, paid floral tributes to Former Prime Minister of Kenya, Raila Odinga, at Cochin International Airport in Kerala on Thursday. Governor Arlekar laid a wreath on the mortal remains of Odinga in the presence of his daughter Winnie Irmgard Odinga, the High Commissioner of Kenya in India, and senior officials from the Government of India and the State Government of Kerala. The mortal remains of Kenyan former PM was also accorded a Ceremonial Guard of Ho ...Read More >
Amman/New Delhi, Dec 15 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi was welcomed by Jordanian Prime Minister Jaffar Hassan at Queen Alia International Airport in Amman as he arrived on a two-day working visit to Jordan. PM Modi was accorded a ceremonial welcome at the airport, with a guard of honor as a band played the national anthems of the two countries. The Jordanian Minister of Industry, Trade and Supply, Ya'rub Qudah, and Amman Governor Yasser Adwan were also present to welcome the Indian leader. The Jordanian PM said in a post on X that he was deeply honoured to welcome PM Modi to his country ...Read More >
New Delhi, Dec 17 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday expressed gratitude to the people and the Government of Ethiopia for conferring upon him the country's highest award, 'Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia.' Taking to the social media platform X, Prime Minister Modi said, "Grateful to the people and Government of Ethiopia as well as Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali for conferring upon me the 'Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia' last evening. To be honoured by one of the world's most ancient and rich civilisations is a matter of immense pride. This honour belongs to the countle ...Read More >
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas parade near Kevadia in Gujarat on October 31 to commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister of the country. Built around the theme of 'Unity in Diversity', the event will be held at Ekta Nagar, nestled between the Satpura and Vindhyachal mountain ranges in Gujarat where Sardar Patel's Statue of Unity was inaugurated in 2018, Border Security Force Director Gen ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], January 28 (ANI): Ministry of External Affairs Secretary (East) Jaideep Mazumdar and Lt Gen Bhavnish Kumar GOC, Delhi area, commended the Indonesian marching and band contingent from the Indonesian Armed Forces for their successful participation in the 76th Republic Day parade on Tuesday. In a post on X, the MEA said, "Secy (East) @JaideepMazumder & Lt Gen Bhavnish Kumar, GOC, Delhi area, commended the 352 member marching & band contingent from the Indonesian Armed Forces for their successful participation in 76th Republic Day parade. President @prabowo of Indonesia was the ...Read More >
Windhoek: India and Namibia on Wednesday signed four agreements to bolster bilateral cooperation in several areas, including energy and healthcare, following talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. Modi, who arrived here from Brazil on the final leg of his five-nation tour, held delegation-level talks with Nandi-Ndaitwah at the State House here. After the talks, the two sides inked four agreements in a range of sectors, including health and medicine, biofuels and disaster resilient. Modi said India-Namibia relations will shine like a diamond while dra ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The success of Operation Sindoor will be hailed at the Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort on Friday, three months after Indian forces hit terror and military targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. A Mi-17 helicopter will troop a flag depicting Operation Sindoor, the invitation cards carry the operation's distinct logo, the view cutter at Gyanpath will showcase the logo, and the floral decoration will be based on ...Read More >
New Delhi: India is all set to celebrate its 79th Independence Day on Friday with grandeur, gaiety, fervour and enthusiasm. The historic Red Fort has been decorated to celebrate the occasion. President's Speech On the eve of the Independence Day celebration, President Droupadi Murmu will address the nation on Thursday. In her address, Murmu will describe India's journey to the path of development. She will also describe new opportunities and challenges for India in the coming days besides highlighting the priority areas of her government. During her Independence Day speech last year, Murmu ...Read More >
New Delhi, Aug 14 (UNI) As the nation prepares to celebrate its 79th Independence Day tomorrow , Prime Minister Modi will hoist the national flag at the Red Fort for the 12th consecutive time and deliver his address from the ramparts of the iconic monument. The success of Operation Sindoor will be at the center of this year's celebrations, with flower petals to be showered at the venue by two Mi-17 helicopters of the Indian Air Force, one trooping the national flag and the other trooping a flag depicting 'Operation Sindoor.' The helicopters will be captained by Wing Commander Vinay Poonia an ...Read More >
NEW DELHI (AP) -- Russian President Vladimir Putin landed in India Thursday on a state visit aimed at bolstering bilateral and economic ties between the two countries. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi received the Russian leader at an airport in New Delhi, giving a bearhug and a tight handshake with the gusto of an old friend. Modi will host Putin for a private dinner tonight at his decked-up official residence. On Friday, the two leaders will hold talks as part of the 23rd India-Russia Sum ...Read More >
Muscat - Indian business leaders and representatives of industry chambers have underlined the growing depth of India-Oman economic relations and pointed to significant growth opportunities across multiple sectors as Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Oman on December 17-18. In a report published by ANI, Naveen Jindal, Chairman of Jindal Steel, said the Prime Minister Modi's visit has generated widespread enthusiasm in the sultanate. "This is a very big moment that India's Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, is coming to Oman. People here are very happy. Not only Indians, but Omanis are also insp ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], August 14 (ANI): As India observes the Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal and External Affairs Minister on Thursday paid tribute to the people who sacrificed their lives during the Partition of India. Sharing an X post, Goyal said that on August 14, 1947, during the Partition of India, people endured the pain of violence, displacement and loss of loved ones. Also Read | Independence Day 2025: President Droupadi Murmu To Address Nation Today on Eve of 79th I-Day. "On this day in the year 1947, people had to endure the pa ...Read More >