Kolkata: Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the national celebrations of the 12th International Day of Yoga from Red Road in Kolkata, West Bengal, on Sunday. Joining thousands of yoga practitioners in the Common Yoga Protocol session, the Prime Minister extended greetings to people across the world and emphasized yoga’s role in promoting health, harmony, and Read More…
Thousands of yoga enthusiasts around the world took part in International Day of Yoga celebrations on June 21, with Indian diplomatic missions hosting special events to promote the ancient practice and its benefits for health and well-being. Observed annually since its adoption by the United Nations in 2014, International Day of Yoga was celebrated this Read More…
Tehran: Iran has announced the closure of the strategically important Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. The move comes in the wake of Israeli military strikes in southern Lebanon, which reportedly left 32 people dead. Iranian authorities said the decision was taken against the backdrop of the continuing attacks and growing Read More…
United Nations: United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on Thursday said that yoga, which originated in ancient India, has evolved into a truly universal practice that benefits millions of people across different faiths and cultures around the world. Speaking on the occasion of the 12th International Day of Yoga, Guterres noted that yoga’s enduring appeal lies Read More…
Evian-les-Bains (France): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday raised concerns over the safety of seafarers during talks with US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France. Modi urged that the protection of seafarers be accorded the highest priority during the implementation of Washington’s peace arrangement with Iran. The issue assumed Read More…
Evian, France: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney held bilateral talks on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Evian, France, on Tuesday, reviewing the progress in India-Canada relations and exploring new avenues for cooperation. The two leaders welcomed the positive momentum in bilateral ties and expressed satisfaction over the developments Read More…
Bratislava: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks with Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico at the historic Bratislava Castle on Monday, with both countries agreeing to elevate their relationship to the level of a Comprehensive Partnership. Prime Minister Modi received a ceremonial welcome upon his arrival before the two leaders held discussions in both one-on-one Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Slovakia on Sunday for the second leg of his two-nation visit. During the visit, he is scheduled to hold talks with Slovak President Peter Pellegrini and Prime Minister Robert Fico, besides interacting with business leaders. Modi’s visit marks the first by an Indian Prime Minister to Slovakia since the Read More…
US President Donald Trump announced that the United States and Iran have finalized a peace agreement aimed at ending the 107-day conflict between the two countries. The agreement is expected to be formally signed in Switzerland on June 19. According to Trump, the deal will lead to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks with French President Emmanuel Macron in Nice on Sunday, reviewing progress in the India-France Strategic Partnership. The leaders discussed cooperation in AI, startups, trade, infrastructure, health, and people-to-people ties, besides exchanging views on key regional and international issues. Modi is also attending the G7 Summit during his visit Read More…