Rome, May 20 (IANS) India and Italy on Wednesday jointly condemned terrorism and violent extremism in all its forms and manifestations, including cross border terrorism, urging all the nations to continue work towards eliminating terrorist safe havens and infrastructure, disrupting terrorist networks and combating terror financing. During their meeting in Rome, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni welcomed the first meeting of the Permanent Task Force between I…
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Rome, May 20 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni on Wednesday agreed to leverage the India-EU Free Trade Agreement to expand bilateral trade to 20 billion euros by 2029, according to a joint statement after their talks.The leaders took note of the renewed momentum in bilateral economic and commercial ties, growing investments, and efforts to build long-term collaborations. In this context, they welcomed the exchange of three Business Forums last year. T…
Rome, May 20 (IANS) Emphasising the growing momentum in India-Italy relationship, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Wednesday referred to the popular Hindi proverb “Parishram hi safalta ki kunji hai” (hard work is the key to success) while underscoring the importance of commitment and consistency in shaping strong and successful bilateral ties. Addressing a joint press conference with Prime Minister Narendra Modi following their talks in Rome, Meloni said, “There is an Indian word which s…
Rome, May 20 (IANS) Highlighting the strategic geographic positioning of Italy and India across the Mediterranean and the Indo-Pacific respectively, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Wednesday underscored the importance of deepening connectivity, especially through major initiatives like the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), which was launched during the G20 Summit in New Delhi in September 2023. Addressing a joint press conference with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Melon…
New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) The video of Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifting a pack of Melody toffee to Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni on Wednesday morning first took social media by storm and has now created a record of sorts in terms of views and public engagement. As per the latest social media metrics, the video of the duo sharing a lighter moment has crossed 100 million views within a few hours of the ‘melody toffee’ moment, when PM Modi handed over a pack of popular chocolates to the…
Rome, May 20 (IANS) Announcing the elevation of India-Italy ties to a ‘Special Strategic Partnership’, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that India-Italy Joint Strategic Action Plan 2025-2029 provides a practical and forward-looking framework for enhancing bilateral ties. Addressing a joint press meet with his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni following their talks in Rome on Wednesday, PM Modi stated that the bilateral trade between India and Italy is progressing towards the targe…
New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal hit out at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday after the latter criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Italy in a snide social media post on X. “Why does Rahul Gandhi hate India and everything made in India so much?” Piyush Goyal quipped.”India has today become the world’s Trusted Destination through ‘Made in India’ and ‘Local Goes Global’, but the Congress sees a problem in every Indian achievement,” the Union …
New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday said India’s toffee exports have witnessed a sharp rise of nearly 166 per cent since 2013-14.Sharing export figures on social media platform X, the minister said exports of toffees, caramels and similar sweets increased from Rs 49.68 crore in FY2013-14 to Rs 132 crore in FY2025-26.“India’s TOFFEE TALE would surely be melody to the ears! Exports have grown nearly 166 per cent since 2013-14,” Goyal wrote …
New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Italy drew reactions from leaders across the political spectrum on Wednesday, with politicians highlighting the importance of strengthening bilateral ties, addressing global conflicts, and focussing on India’s economic interests.Speaking to IANS, Biju Janata Dal (BJD) MP, Sasmit Patra said India and Italy share common democratic and cultural values, making the visit significant at a time of global instability.Patra said, “In Italy,…
Rome, May 20 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi was accorded a ceremonial welcome in Rome on Wednesday as he held delegation-level talks with Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni at Villa Pamphili, discussing expanding bilateral partnership between both countries and exchanging views on the current geopolitical issues. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and other officials were present during the meeting.Prior to the meeting, the two leaders warmly greete…