Wishes are pouring in for Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra after he clinched the silver medal in the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 09 dialled Neeraj Chopra and congratulated him for winning the Olympic Silver Medal. He also enquired about his injury and lauded the sportsman spirit shown by his mother.
12 September,2024 11:37 AM IST
On September 9, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Sheikh Khaled bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, at Hyderabad House. This meeting aimed to strengthen the relationship between India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The Crown Prince arrived in New Delhi on September 8 for his first official visit to India. He was welcomed at the airport by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and received a ceremonial welcome. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan's visit is scheduled from September 9 to 10, at the invitation of Prime Minister Modi. The leaders discussed ways to improve cooperation between their countries during their bilateral talk. Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat in Delhi on September 09. He also signed the visitor's book at Rajghat. Watch video.
11 September,2024 08:17 PM IST
The Israel-Palestine war continues to grab headlines. At a recent Palestine solidarity convention, Palestinian Ambassador to India, Adnan Abu Al-Haija, emphasized that India has a history of supporting Palestine. He acknowledged India's friendship with both Israel and Palestine and expressed hope for India to take on a mediator role. Abu Al-Haija praised India's peaceful nature and urged the country to help achieve a ceasefire between Israel and Palestine. He called on India to support an international conference aimed at resolving the conflict and establishing an independent Palestinian state. This state would include the land from 1967, with East Jerusalem as its capital. The ambassador's message was clear: he sees India as a crucial ally in working towards peace and a fair solution for the Palestinian people. Watch video for more.
08 September,2024 12:58 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently concluded his visit to Singapore and arrived in Delhi on September 06 after concluding his three-day visit to Singapore and Brunei. PM Modi shared a video of his Singapore visit on X and stated, “My visit to Singapore has been a very fruitful one. It will certainly add vigour to bilateral ties and benefit the people of our nations. I thank the government and people of Singapore for their warmth.”
06 September,2024 12:44 PM IST
On September 5, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Singapore for two days. During his visit, he met with Singapore’s President. PM Modi toured a semiconductor facility operated by AEM Holdings Ltd., where Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong joined him. Earlier on the day, PM Modi was warmly received at the Parliament House of Singapore. PM Modi's Singapore visit followed a recent ministerial roundtable meeting between India and Singapore, which included four Indian ministers and six Singaporean ministers. The visit highlights the strengthening ties between the two countries and their cooperation in technology and other sectors. Watch the video for more.
05 September,2024 04:05 PM IST
On September 3, 2024, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked the 40th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Brunei with a historic visit. During his trip, PM Modi engaged in significant discussions with Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei, reinforcing bilateral ties. The highlight of the visit was a grand banquet hosted by the Sultan at the world’s largest residential palace. The event showcased ‘Food Diplomacy,’ with a diverse array of dishes that reflected global culinary traditions. Among the delicacies were Indian fusion treats like Mango Saffron Peda and Motichoor Laddoo, alongside other international cuisines. Watch video for more.
05 September,2024 12:12 PM IST
On September 5, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was warmly welcomed at the Parliament House of Singapore. This visit came shortly after a ministerial roundtable meeting between India and Singapore, which included four Indian ministers and six Singaporean ministers. During his visit, PM Modi held talks with Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong. In his address, Modi expressed a strong desire to emulate Singapore’s success in India. He congratulated Wong on his new role and praised Singapore as a model for development. Modi mentioned that he wants to build “many Singapores” in India, reflecting his admiration for Singapore’s achievements. He highlighted the ministerial roundtable as a groundbreaking step in enhancing cooperation between the two countries. Modi’s visit underscored a shared commitment to strengthening ties and learning from Singapore’s progress. Watch video for more.
05 September,2024 11:16 AM IST
On 4th September, Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm welcome upon arriving in Singapore, where he was greeted enthusiastically by the Indian community. Modi expressed eagerness for upcoming discussions focused on strengthening the friendship between India and Singapore and enhancing cultural connections. He highlighted India’s ongoing reforms and the potential of its youthful talent, positioning the nation as a prime investment destination. In a post on the social media platform X, Modi stated, “Landed in Singapore. Looking forward to meetings aimed at boosting India-Singapore ties. India’s reforms and our Yuva Shakti make us an ideal investment hub. We also anticipate deeper cultural exchanges.”
04 September,2024 04:52 PM IST
On September 3, 2024, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a historic visit to Brunei Darussalam, marking the first time an Indian Prime Minister has traveled to the Southeast Asian nation. This visit celebrates 40 years of diplomatic relations between India and Brunei. The Prime Minister received a warm welcome from the Indian community residing in Brunei, reflecting the strong bilateral ties between the two countries. PM Modi Brunei visit underscores the growing relationship and opens opportunities for future collaboration. On September 4, PM Modi engaged in delegation-level talks, further solidifying the partnership. After concluding his landmark visit to Brunei, PM Modi departed for Singapore later that same day.
04 September,2024 01:42 PM IST
On Tuesday, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), led by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, approved 10 major acquisition proposals totaling Rs 1,44,716 crore. Most of this budget, 99%, will support indigenous products under the Buy (Indian) and Buy (Indian-Indigenously Designed Developed and Manufactured) categories. The approval includes the procurement of Future Ready Combat Vehicles (FRCVs), which are advanced tanks with superior capabilities for mobility, protection, and real-time awareness. The DAC also approved Air Defence Fire Control Radars for tracking aerial targets and Forward Repair Teams (Tracked) for in-field repairs by Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited. Additionally, three proposals were greenlit to boost the Indian Coast Guard's (ICG) abilities, including Dornier-228 aircraft and advanced patrol vessels. The meeting ended with a tribute to the late ICG DG Rakesh Pal, who passed away on August 18, 2024. The Defence Minister and DAC members honored his significant contributions with a moment of silence.
04 September,2024 12:15 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
