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Under PM Modi's 'Neighbourhood First', India strengthens regional ties with landmark developmental projects
New Delhi, April 6: Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, India has emerged as a trusted development partner to its neighbouring nations, aligning with the vision of the 'Neighbourhood First' policy and reinforcing its commitment to inclusive and sustainable regional progress.
Sri Lanka has special place in India's Neighbourhood First policy, Vision Mahasagar: PM Modi
Colombo, April 5: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that Sri Lanka has a special place in India's Neighbourhood First policy and Vision Mahasagar. He said that India has adopted the vision of 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas' and places great importance on the priorities of its partner nations.
PM Modi holds talks with Lankan Prez Dissanayake in Colombo; Defence pact on agenda
Colombo, April 5: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday held bilateral talks with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in Colombo, aimed at bolstering the strategic and developmental partnership between the two neighbours.
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 to travel to Sri Lanka on State visit on Apr 4, several MoUs expected to be exchanged
New Delhi, March 28: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Sri Lanka for a State visit from April 4-6. During the visit, a number of Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) inked between two nations are expected to be exchanged.
PM Modi to visit Sri Lanka after attending BIMSTEC Summit in Thailand
New Delhi, March 28: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on official visits to Thailand and Sri Lanka from April 03 to April 06, further reaffirming India's commitment to its 'Neighbourhood First' policy, 'Act East' policy, and 'MAHASAGAR' and vision of the Indo-Pacific.
'We have a responsibility to our neighbours': EAM Jaishankar on Sri Lanka
London, March 6: External affairs Minister (EAM), S. Jaishankar spoke about the current situation in Sri Lanka and said that the Narendra Modi-led Indian government helped its neighbouring country Sri Lanka to emerge from a tough and crippling economic crisis which had hit the Asian country in 2022 that triggered a political crisis as well.
Assam, Northeastern states have seen act fast, act first when it comes to development: EAM Jaishankar at Advantage Assam 2.0
Guwahati, February 25: While addressing the Advantage Assam 2.0 in Guwahati, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted on Tuesday how all the Northeastern states of the country have benefitted from the 'Act East, Act Fast and Act First' policy of the union government, saying that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has personally taken an interest in developing the region.
Chief Operations Officer of Royal Bhutan Army meets Defence Minister in New Delhi
New Delhi, February 4: Visiting Chief Operations Officer (COO) of the Royal Bhutan Army (RBA) Batoo Tshering met Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday and discussed various aspects of bilateral relations, with a particular focus on strengthening bilateral defence cooperation, an official release said.
In true 'Vishwa Bandhu' spirit, India allocates Rs 5,483 crore for foreign aid in Union Budget 2025
New Delhi, Feb 1: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has allocated Rs 5,483 crore for aid to foreign nations, slightly higher than last year's Rs 4,883 crore, it was announced in the Union Budget 2025-26 on Saturday.
India hands over defence equipment, stores to Maldives
New Delhi, January 8: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held bilateral discussions with the Defence Minister of Maldives Mohamed Ghassan Maumoon in New Delhi on Wednesday. During the meeting, India handed over defence equipment and stores to the Maldives, as per the island nation's request.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlights strengthening India-Maldives bilateral ties
New Delhi, January 8: In a delegation-level meeting with his Maldivian counterpart, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reaffirmed India's commitment to deepening ties with the Maldives.
Will continue to be steadfast supporter of Maldives' progress: EAM Jaishankar
New Delhi, January 4: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar reaffirmed India's constant support for Maldives' progress and prosperity in line with New Delhi's Neighbourhood First policy and vision SAGAR.