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Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and his family offer prayers at Pashupatinath Temple in Kathmandu
Kathmandu, April 10: Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Shivraj Singh Chouhan, who is in Kathmandu for a meeting of Agriculture Ministers of BIMSTEC nations, visited Pashupatinath Temple with his family today.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Nepal PM Oli discuss further strengthening ties
Kathmandu, April 9: Union Minister of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, called on Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, on Wednesday.
Violence, atrocities against minorities in Bangladesh cannot simply be wished away: MEA
New Delhi, April 9: India on Wednesday once again raised concerns over the persecution of minorities in Bangladesh, hoping that the interim government in the country led by Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus will take strong action against the perpetrators of violence.
India, Nepal strengthen agricultural ties with MoU on crop productivity and climate resilience
Kathmandu, April 9: Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Union Minister of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare, and Rural Development, participated in the third BIMSTEC Ministerial Meeting on Agriculture in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan emphasises on food security at BIMSTEC Agriculture Ministerial Meeting
New Delhi, April 9: Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, led a delegation to the third BIMSTEC Agriculture Ministerial Meeting (BAMM) in Kathmandu, Nepal, on Wednesday.
Concerned about rhetoric from Bangladesh: EAM Jaishankar
New Delhi, April 9: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday expressed concerns about radicalizing tendencies, attacks on minorities, and inflammatory rhetoric in Bangladesh, stating that India has been open about sharing these concerns.
Agriculture Minister Chouhan to attend BIMSTEC ministerial meeting at Kathmandu tomorrow
New Delhi, April 8: Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare Shivraj Singh Chouhan will participate in the 3rd BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) agriculture ministerial meeting at Kathmandu in Nepal on Wednesday, according to an official statement issued on Tuesday.
Myanmar struck by 98 aftershocks in 11 days following 7.7-magnitude quake
Yangon, April 8: A total of 98 aftershocks have hit Myanmar since a devastating earthquake struck the country, according to the country's Department of Meteorology and Hydrology on Tuesday.
PM Modi holds productive meeting with President Dissanayake; India, Sri Lanka boost defence, energy ties
Colombo, April 6: Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a productive meeting with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Saturday with the two countries fostering their partnership in a range of areas including defence and energy.
In Sri Lanka, PM Modi reiterates India's strong commitment to development of Indian Origin Tamil community
Colombo, April 5: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday reiterated India's strong commitment to the development and progress of the Indian Origin Tamil (IOT) community in Sri Lanka during his meeting with the community leaders in Colombo.
Account of Press Secretary to Bangladesh Chief Advisor on PM Modi-Yunus meeting is mischievous, politically motivated: Sources
New Delhi, April 5: In regard to remarks by the Press Secretary to Bangladesh Chief Advisor about the meeting of the Bangladesh leader Muhammad Yunus with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, sources have dismissed the account as mischievous and politically motivated.
Meeting with PM Modi was cordial and fruitful: Nepal PM Oli
Kathmandu, April 5: Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has said the meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the BIMSTEC Summit in Thailand's Bangkok was "fruitful and progressive."
PM Modi meets Sri Lanka's Opposition leader Premadasa, appreciates his commitment to strengthening ties
Colombo, April 5: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with Sri Lanka's Leader of the Opposition, Sajith Premadasa and appreciated his personal contribution and commitment to strengthening the friendship between the two nations.
Sri Lanka will not permit its territory to be used againnst India: Sri Lanka Pres Dissanayake
Colombo, April 5: Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Saturday reaffirmed his government's commitment to India's security and regional stability, stating, "I reaffirmed Sri Lanka's stand that it will not permit its territory to be used in any manner inimical to the security of India as well as towards regional stability."
PM Modi meets Sri Lankan President at Presidential Secretariat in Colombo
Colombo, April 5: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo today, shortly after being accorded a historic ceremonial welcome at Independence Square - the first time Sri Lanka has honoured a visiting leader in this manner.
PM Modi receives unprecedented ceremonial welcome in Sri Lanka
Colombo, April 5: Today's ceremonial welcome for Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Colombo's Independence Square was special. Sri Lanka accorded this honour to a visiting dignitary for the first time, making the gesture both historic and symbolic of the deepening ties between the two neighbours.
India to support cancer care, set up a CoE for traditional medicine in BIMSTEC countries: PM Modi
New Delhi, April 5: India will support cancer care, as well as set up a Centre of Excellence for traditional medicine in BIMSTEC countries, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
PM Modi receives warm welcome from Indian diaspora in Colombo
Colombo, April 5: Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm welcome from the Indian diaspora and members of the Indian community upon arriving at the hotel in Colombo, where he will stay during his Sri Lanka visit.
PM Modi accorded ceremonial welcome in Sri Lanka
Colombo, April 5: Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a grand ceremonial welcome at the Independence Square in Colombo on Saturday, as Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake hosted him during his State Visit to the island nation.
PM Modi meets Bangladesh Chief Adviser Yunus, urges safety for minorities and stronger bilateral ties
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Bangladesh Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus on the sidelines of the BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok on Friday and reiterated India's support for a democratic, stable, peaceful, progressive and inclusive Bangladesh.
PM Modi arrives in Colombo, six top Sri Lankan ministers receive him at airport
Colombo April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Colombo on Friday for a two-day visit during which he will meet Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and review progress made on the joint vision of "Fostering Partnerships for a Shared Future"
BIMSTEC serves as vital bridge between South and Southeast Asia: PM Modi
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a dynamic speech at the BIMSTEC Summit, which concluded in Thailand, highlighting key areas for further cooperation and announcing initiatives to strengthen collective commitment toward building a prosperous, secure, and inclusive Bay of Bengal region.
Top Lankan ministers, Indian diaspora accord grand welcome to PM Modi in Colombo amid heavy rain
Colombo, April 4: Hundreds of locals and members of the Indian diaspora community braved heavy rain to give a rousing reception to Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Colombo late Saturday evening as he arrived from Bangkok on a State Visit at the invitation of Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.
PM Modi arrives in Colombo, six Sri Lankan ministers receive him at airport
Colombo April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Colombo on Friday for a two-day visit during which he will meet Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and review progress made on the joint vision of Fostering Partnerships for a Shared Future.
Had extremely fruitful and positive meeting with PM Modi: Oli
Bangkok, April 4: Nepal Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli said on Friday that he had "extremely fruitful and positive" discussions with PM Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the 6th BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok.
PM Modi gifts Brass Dokra Peacock themed boat to Thai PM, silver-gold cufflinks to spouse of Thai PM
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented exquisite gifts showcasing the grandeur of Indian handicrafts to the Thai Prime Minister and her spouse during his visit to Bangkok.
PM Modi calls on Thailand King and Queen, discusses ways to strengthen bilateral ties
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi called on Thailand King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua and Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana at Dusit Palace in Bangkok on Friday. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the two sides exchanged views on the two countries' shared cultural heritage and discussed ways to strengthen multifaceted ties.
People eager to welcome 'Vishwaguru' PM Modi to Sri Lanka
Colombo, April 4: With Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to arrive in Sri Lanka on Friday from Thailand, Indian and Sri Lankan citizens living in the country have started gathering at the hotel where he will stay to welcome him. Around 500 people from both Indian and Sri Lankan communities are expected to attend the reception.
PM Modi meets Myanmar PM, discusses post-earthquake situation
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday met with Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, Chairman of the State Administration Council and Prime Minister of Myanmar, on the sidelines of the BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok.
PM Modi emplanes for Sri Lanka from Thailand's Bangkok after attending BIMSTEC Summit
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for Sri Lanka from Thailand's Bangkok on Friday after attending the BIMSTEC Summit here.
PM Modi meets good friend Bhutan PM, says relations between two nations robust
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday met Bhutan Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay on the sidelines of 6th BIMSTEC Summit, and he said that both the countries are cooperating in several sectors.
PM Modi meets Bhutanese counterpart in Thailand, discusses bilateral cooperation across various sectors
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday reiterated India's commitment to cooperate with Bhutan in various sectors during his meeting with the Bhutanese counterpart Tshering Tobgay on the sidelines of the 6th BIMSTEC summit in Bangkok.
PM Modi urges Bangladesh's Yunus to avoid rhetoric, protect minorities
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday raised the issue of safety and security of minorities in Bangladesh, including Hindus, during his meeting with Muhammad Yunus, Chief Advisor of the interim government in Bangladesh, held on the sidelines of the BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok.
PM Modi offers UPI link to BIMSTEC nations as booster shot for trade, tourism
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday proposed linking India's UPI with the payment systems of the BIMSTEC member nations in an initiative to strengthen trade, industry and tourism in the regional grouping.
PM Modi unveils 21-point action plan at 6th BIMSTEC Summit
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday presented a comprehensive 21-point action plan during the sixth BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok, laying out an ambitious road map for cooperation across diverse sectors.
Sheikh Hasina's extradition discussed during PM Modi, Muhammad Yunus's meeting: Foreign secy Vikram Misri
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday met with Bangladesh's chief advisor Muhammad Yunus for the first time since Sheikh Hasina's ouster. in their meeting that was held on the sidelines of the BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok, the two leaders discussed Sheikh Hasina's extradition, the Foreign Secretary of India, Vikram Misri said.
BIMSTEC Summit: PM Modi, Yunus meet amid strained ties
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday held a bilateral meeting with Muhammad Yunus, Chief Advisor of Bangladeshi interim government, on the sidelines of the 6th BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok.
PM Modi meets Bangladesh Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus on sidelines of BIMSTEC Summit
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Bangladesh Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus on the sidelines of the BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok, their first face-to-face meeting since the collapse of Bangladesh's former PM Sheikh Hasina's government.
How PM Modi revitalised BIMSTEC and helped make it vibrant forum
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision and policies are revitalising the BIMSTEC, reflecting India's leadership and influence on the group's direction and commitment to its Neighbourhood First and Act East policies while aligning with its broader Indo-Pacific vision.
BIMSTEC Summit: PM Modi reaffirms commitment to regional cooperation
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with other BIMSTEC leaders, reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening cooperation across various sectors as he attended the 6th BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok on Friday.