German chancellor Angela Merkel was greeted by a beer shower at a high profile event on Tuesday when a waiter spilled a tray of beer glasses on her. Video courtesy: NDTV

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Angela Merkel on Monday issued a joint statement after signing Memorandums of understanding on various sectors. Modi praised Merkel for her leadership which is a source of confidence and reassurance at a difficult moment for Europe and the world.