Auckland/New Delhi, July 23 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent two-day visit to Auckland has transformed India–New Zealand ties, shifting them from a largely friendly bilateral engagement to an institutionalised Strategic Partnership, a report has detailed. PM Modi’s visit to New Zealand elevated bilateral ties to a Strategic Partnership, laying the groundwork for enhanced economic cooperation, stronger security collaboration and a shared vision for a free, open and prosperous Indo-P…
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New Delhi, July 12 (IANS) Picture the scene. Perth, January 2008. India’s special envoy has come seeking uranium for a power-starved nation of a billion people, from the country that sits atop the largest uranium reserves on earth. The answer is a flat no. Sign the Non-Proliferation Treaty first, India is told, or go home. India goes home.Now cut to Melbourne, July 2026. The Prime Minister of Australia stands beside the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, and announces that Australian uraniu…
Auckland, July 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday highlighted the unparalleled sacrifices made by Sikh Gurus for humanity and the country while putting in focus the continuous efforts made by his government to preserve the rich Sikh heritage in the country. Addressing the huge gathering of Indian diaspora in Auckland at the ‘Kia Ora Modi’ event just before concluding his visit to New Zealand, PM Modi reflected on bringing back the sacred forms of Guru Granth Sahib from Afghanista…
Auckland, July 11 (IANS) Members of the Indian community, who had turned up in huge numbers for the ‘Kia Ora Modi’ diaspora event in Auckland on Saturday, expressed their love and respect for Prime Minister Narendra Modi who became the first Indian PM to visit New Zealand in four decades. Speaking to IANS, a diaspora member said, “It was like uniting the whole of India at one place. Right from the cultural events before to the end of PM Modi’s speech, everything came together,” highlighting PM M…
Auckland, July 11 (IANS) Highlighting the “incredible enthusiasm and affection” at the diaspora event held in Auckland, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday thanked the Indian community in the country and also his counterpart from New Zealand, Christopher Luxon, for making it a “memorable experience”. “The Indian community in New Zealand is one of the strongest pillars of our friendship. Addressing them in Auckland was a memorable experience,” PM Modi posted on X after addressing the huge ga…
Auckland, July 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday highlighted the cultural similarities between India’s traditions and New Zealand’s indigenous Maori heritage, saying that both are rooted in values of respect, compassion and caring for others with sincerity and devotion. Addressing a large gathering of the Indian community at the ‘Kia Ora Modi’ event held at Auckland’s Spark Arena, the Prime Minister said the two countries share another significant bond through their commitment t…
Auckland, July 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that the India-New Zealand relationship is built on cherished memories, enduring friendship, shared values and a common commitment. Addressing a grand Indian diaspora event in Auckland titled ‘Kia Ora Modi’ alongside his New Zealand counterpart, Christopher Luxon, PM Modi highlighted that he has brought with him the best wishes of 140 crore Indians and that it is his “great fortune” to become the first Indian PM in 40 years t…
Auckland, July 11 (IANS) Thousands of people gathered at the venue in Auckland for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s event for the Indian community in New Zealand, as members of the diaspora turned out in large numbers, creating a festive atmosphere marked by cultural performances, patriotic chants, and traditional attire. Dressed in vibrant traditional costumes representing different regions of India, members of diverse Indian communities living across New Zealand expressed excitement over the Pri…
Auckland, July 11 (IANS) Amid thunderous cheers and an electrifying atmosphere, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday attended a grand Indian diaspora event in Auckland alongside his New Zealand counterpart, Christopher Luxon, as thousands gathered to welcome the two leaders with enthusiasm and celebration. The venue echoed with chants of “Modi, Modi” and “Bharat Mata Ki Jai” as Prime Minister Modi and Prime Minister Luxon arrived, receiving a rousing reception from the large gathering of mem…
Auckland, July 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his New Zealand counterpart Christopher Luxon on Saturday walked through an exhibition showcasing innovative sports equipment and also attended a gala lunch in Auckland.The two leaders also interacted with decorated athletes from New Zealand and other stakeholders associated with high-performance sports, said the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).According to the MEA, recalling 100 years of sports engagement between the two sides, Prime …