Jakarta, July 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday appreciated the captivating cultural performances held during his arrival ceremony in Indonesia. Appreciating Indonesia’s iconic shadow puppet tradition, PM Modi wrote, “Witnessed a captivating performance of Wayang Kulit, Indonesia’s treasured shadow puppetry tradition, bringing the timeless story of the Ramayan to life. It was a moving reminder of how our shared civilisational heritage has travelled across seas and generations, …
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Manama, July 6 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar held a meeting with his counterpart from Bahrain, Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, in Manama on Monday, discussing bilateral ties and ongoing developments in the region. During the meeting, EAM Jaishankar expressed appreciation for Bahrain leadership for ensuring the well-being of the Indian community living there.”Delighted to meet FM Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani of Bahrain in Manama today. Expressed deep appreciation for…
Jakarta, July 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday received a warm welcome from the members of the Indian community at the hotel of his stay in Indonesia’s Jakarta. PM Modi greeted members of the Indian community, who enthusiastically chanted “Modi Modi”, while welcoming him at the hotel in Jakarta.PM Modi witnessed cultural performances and applauded the artists who performed to welcome him. He also watched the shadow puppetry celebrating the timeless grandeur of the Ramayana.Earlier…
Jakarta, July 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday that he is “deeply touched” by the warmth of Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, who received him at the airport in Jakarta as he kicked off his three-day State Visit to the country. This is PM Modi’s first bilateral visit to Jakarta since the elevation of ties to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in 2018 and he said that he is looking forward to the talks with President Subianto that will provide greater momentum to the clo…
Doha, July 5 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Sunday interacted with representatives of the Indian community and underlined the importance of community welfare.”A good interaction with representatives of the Indian community in Qatar this evening. Underlined the importance of community welfare in our engagement with the region. Their commitment and contributions to Qatari society in these difficult times are indeed laudable and appreciated widely. Value their experience an…
Paris/New Delhi, July 5 (IANS) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman addressed the Indian community in France, lauding their role as a formidable force that enhances India’s soft power, global standing, and bilateral relationships.She delivered the keynote address to the Indian diaspora at a gathering in Marseille, France. Later, the Union Finance Minister also interacted with the members of the Indian diaspora, according to Finance Ministry.She also interacted with Indian professionals from Larse…
Victoria, June 29 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday emplaned for New Delhi after concluding his three-day State visit to Seychelles. Prior to his departure, PM Modi greeted members of Indian community gathered outside the airport to meet him. People carrying Indian flags chanted “Modi, Modi” and “Vande Mataram” as he interacted with them.Earlier in the day, PM Modi paid floral tributes at the Mahatma Gandhi statue at Peace Park in Seychelles. He also interacted with members of the In…
Victoria, June 29 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with members of the Indian diaspora in Seychelles on Monday, where they were eager to interact with him. He engaged with the diaspora members and took pictures with them.PM Modi is now scheduled to visit to the Navashakti Vinayakar Temple in Victoria. Ahead of his visit, Indian community members expressed excitement and said they were eagerly looking forward to welcoming him.Speaking to IANS, several members of the Indian community said e…
Belfast, June 28 (IANS) The Consulate General of India (CGI) in Belfast hosted a special reception for Team India, who are in Ireland for the two-match T20I series, in the Northern Ireland capital. Consul General of India Kiran Khatri welcomed the ‘Men in Blue’ as they will take on the hosts in the second match of the series here at the Civil Service Cricket Club on Sunday. The India men’s cricket team returned to Ireland three years after their last visit. To welcome Team India, Belfast City Ha…
Victoria, June 27 (IANS) The President of Seychelles, Patrick Herminie, said on Saturday that India has been a steadfast friend to Seychelles during a banquet hosted in honour of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as the latter is on an official state visit to the Archipelagic island.According to the Office of President of the Seychelles, addressing guests at the dinner, President Herminie affirmed the enduring bond between the two nations.”India has been a steadfast friend to Seychelles, a sentiment…