New Delhi, June 28 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi after the latter was conferred with the ‘Guardian of the Blue Horizon’, Seychelles’ highest distinction for leadership in environmental conservation and sustainable development.In a post on social media platform X, Union Minister Shah said: “New Horizons for India’s Glory. Congratulations to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on being conferred with the ‘Guardian of the Blue Horizon’, the highe…
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Victoria, June 28 (IANS) Seychelles President Patrick Herminie said on Sunday that security in the Indian Ocean remains central to the relationship between his country and India and announced that both nations have affirmed their commitment to counter piracy, drug trafficking, illegal fishing, and cross-border crime. Addressing a joint press meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi following their talks, President Herminie described his discussions with PM Modi as “comprehensive and forward-lookin…
Victoria, June 28 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday that the Indian Ocean’s security, sustainability, and prosperity are shared responsibilities of nations, as he stressed that India’s vision for it is to make it an “Ocean of Opportunity”. Addressing a joint press meet with Seychelles President Patrick Herminie following their meeting, PM Modi said, “We believe the Indian Ocean is our shared home. Its security, sustainability and prosperity are our shared responsibility. This se…
Victoria, June 28 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been conferred the ‘Guardian of the Blue Horizon’, Seychelles’ highest distinction for leadership in environmental conservation and sustainable development. The award acknowledges PM Modi’s long-standing push for sustainable growth and his green vision.This is the latest in a series of global honours recognising PM Modi’s work on climate action, sustainable development, and green growth.In May, PM Modi was conferred the 2026 Agricola Me…
Victoria, June 27 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday handed over ‘Made in India’ Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV) PS LESPWAR, six ambulances, 10 utility vehicles and five laser radial boats to strengthen Seychelles’ maritime surveillance and Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) priorities. The handing-over ceremony took place in the presence of Seychelles President Patrick Herminie at the Seychelles Coast Guard Base in Victoria, during the first day of PM Modi’s State Visit to the archipelagic isl…
Victoria, June 27 (IANS) Kicking off his State Visit to the archipelagic island, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday lauded the Indian community’s contribution towards Seychelles’ progress.“The Indian community in Seychelles accorded a very warm welcome this evening. Their deep affection for India and enduring contribution to Seychelles’ progress are truly admirable. The Indian diaspora has long served as a vibrant bridge between our two nations, strengthening people-to-people ties and …
Washington, June 27 (IANS) The notion that Washington can shape Asia’s future security architecture without placing India at the center of its strategic calculations is increasingly at odds with geopolitical realities, as geography alone makes such an approach untenable, a report has stated. The Indian Ocean is a vital artery for global trade, energy supplies, and maritime commerce, while key chokepoints — from the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb to the Strait of Malacca — lie within Indi…
Victoria, June 27 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday began a three-day State Visit to Seychelles to attend the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the country’s National Day as the Guest of Honour and further strengthen the bilateral cooperation. In a special gesture, Seychelles President Patrick Herminie and several top ministers and senior dignitaries welcomed PM Modi at the airport.Prime Minister Modi also shared some glimpses from the warm welcome at the airport in Seychelles and tha…
New Delhi, June 27 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday embarked on a three-day State Visit to Seychelles to attend the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the country’s National Day as the Guest of Honour and further strengthen the bilateral cooperation.Earlier in his departure statement, PM Modi expressed confidence that his visit to Seychelles would enhance maritime cooperation while also advancing the vision of a “secure, peaceful and prosperous” Indian Ocean region.”At the invitation …
New Delhi, June 27 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed confidence that his visit to Seychelles will enhance maritime cooperation while also advancing the vision of a “secure, peaceful and prosperous” Indian Ocean region. PM Modi is set to embark on a two-day State Visit to Seychelles starting Saturday to attend the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the country’s National Day as the Guest of Honour.In his departure statement, PM Modi said, “At the invitation of my friend, H.E. …